Oahu
the sun was shining, the wind was blowing, the dolphins were swimming, the reef was closer to the surface. But it wasn't, not any. No sailing because of no wind. No sun. No dolphins. I'm near sighted, so the reef, in the sunless water, was too darn deep for me to really see. Got a re-ride ticket - but what good is that going to do me? This was a once in a lifetime trip. I didn't score it worse, cause the "catatonics" helped my mood, and I absolutely love the ocean, no matter what.
EVERYONE WAS COURTEOUS AND NICE.INSPITE OF THE RUFF THE SEA IT WAS VERY NICE. I WOULD DO IT AGAIN ON MY NEXT VIST.
I only had experience with pools in Japan, but this pool is definitely worth a visit. I think it's a pool that can be used in various ways. For those who want to practice boogie boarding in the ocean, you can practice here and then challenge yourself in the ocean the next day... There are many attractions that families can enjoy together, so I really recommend this pool.
日本で流れるプール程度しか経験がなかったですが、このプールは一回はいく価値あり。いろんな使い方ができるプールだと思います。
ブギーボードを海でする人は、ここで練習をしてから次の日に海で挑戦するとか・・・・
家族の人は家族一緒に楽しめるアトラクションが多数あり本当にお勧めなプールです。
First I have to say you MUST ask for JUAN as your guide. He is a native of Kauai. He is not only EXTREMELY knowlegeable of the Island, Juan has a great sense of humor, full of great stories retold to him by his grandfather, native histories, is a wealth of information. The Canyon is fasinating to see, as well as the Water Falls that we stopped along the way to witness. Juan told us local folk lore regarding the Sleeping Giant; Sprouting Horn.
Juan is WORTH THE TRIP in himself!
Aloha
Evva
Our greeter met us with a big smile, with our name on a sign outside the gate when we arrived. She offered to take our picture, and lead us to the restrooms, baggage area, found our transportation for us. She was WONDERFUL! I would recommend this service to everyone.
Jeannie
it was ok younger kids and family would enjoy it. it was intersting because you see things you wouldn't normally see such as ship wrecks and plane wrecks. seeing aquatic life was pretty cool we saw a female sea turtle the narrator said that was rare. the most annoying was the dual english and japneese narration on a sub that was all english speaking passengers.
Despite the poor conditions, I was able to encounter many dolphins, and it was really fun. I could see that all the staff were making great efforts to ensure the participants enjoyed themselves. I was a bit nervous since I easily get seasick and can't swim, but the friendly atmosphere created by the staff, the encounters with the dolphins and turtles, and the delicious hamburgers made it a wonderful experience! I'm glad I participated. If I have the opportunity next time, I would like to join again in good weather conditions during a better season.
条件の悪い中でしたが、
たくさんのイルカと出会うことができて、
とっても楽しかったです。
スタッフの皆さんいずれも参加者を楽しまそうと
大変努力してくださっているのが良くわかりました。
船に酔いやすく泳げない私は多少緊張してましたが、
スタッフの皆さんの和やかな雰囲気とイルカやカメとの遭遇
それに美味しいハンバーガーで
ずいぶんと楽しませていただきました!
参加してよかったです。
次回機会があれば天候のよいシーズンによい条件の中でもう一度参加してみたいです。
My first time in Hawaii. Before wandering around Honolulu, I decided to take in the view from the sea, so after arriving, I dropped off my luggage at the hotel and joined the tour. As soon as we set sail, we were greeted with the stunning scenery of Waikiki and Diamond Head right before our eyes. However, there was a bit of wind that day, and it was quite rocky offshore. Perhaps because of that, the buffet area during lunch wasn't too crowded and was quite smooth. Onboard, there were lessons for making leis, hula dancing, and ukulele playing, which seemed to create a lively atmosphere. Additionally, there were dance shows until disembarkation, and the crew's spirit of service was abundant. Finally, they came around selling group photos taken during boarding for $18. While it's not mandatory, it's a keepsake, so I felt compelled to buy it—what do you think? (laughs)
はじめてのハワイ。ホノルル市内を歩き回る前にまず海上から全体を眺めてみようという事で、到着後ホテルに荷物を預け参加しました。出航後、すぐにワイキキ・ダイヤモンドヘッドの素晴らしい風景を眼前にする事ができます。ただ当日は少し風があり沖合では結構揺れました。そのせいかランチ時のビュッフェコーナーもそう混む事もなくスムーズでした。船内では、レイ作製、フラダンス、ウクレレ等のレッスンがあり盛り上がっていた様です。また、降船時までダンス等のショーもありクルーのサービス精神は旺盛です。最後に乗船時グループ単位で写真を撮影したものを$18で販売に来ます。強制ではないものの記念という事で買わざるを得ませんが、これはどうでしょうか(苦笑)
Thank you very much for boarding the Star of Honolulu.
このたびはスターオブホノルルへご乗船いただきまして誠にありがとうございました。
I participated last December. The weather seemed typical for the Kaneohe Bay area, with a mix of cloudy and sunny conditions. When it was sunny, it was really beautiful, but it felt cold when it was cloudy! That was my impression. I was satisfied with walking on the sandbar and taking commemorative photos. Next time I participate, I think I'll bring a thick sweatshirt.
昨年度12月に参加しました。
天気は曇ったり晴れたりとカネオヘ湾あたりの天気としては普通なようでした。晴れるとすごく綺麗なのですが、曇ると寒い!というのが印象です。
サンドバーを散歩して記念撮影もでき満足でした。
今度参加するときは、厚手のトレーナーを持参して参加しようと思います。
"The Sea of Heaven" was as beautiful as the reviews said. It was a very satisfying tour.
「天国の海」は評判どおり、とても美しい海でした。とても満足度の高いツアーでした。
We had a great time on this cruise. The staff were very friendly, and the boat was beautiful. I would do this again.
Everything was amazing!! The dolphins, snorkeling at the coral reef, the cheeseburgers, and the hula dancing were all wonderful♪ It was so much fun. I want to participate again!!
何もかもが最高でした!!
イルカも珊瑚礁のポイントでのシュノーケルもチーズバーガーもフラダンスも♪
とても楽しいです。また参加したいです!!
Wonderful tour. Very moving. Something everyone from the United States should see and respect the memory of those that died there.
I had been curious about the tour where you can swim with dolphins for a long time. Previously, I participated in a "dolphin watching tour" where I could only see dolphins from a boat. It was enjoyable, but just watching felt a bit unsatisfying, so I definitely wanted to join a tour where I could swim with dolphins next time.
After considering various tours, I was drawn to this one not only because you can swim with dolphins, but also because it includes a "chant" (prayer) before entering the water and hula lessons, allowing me to experience Hawaiian culture. I decided to sign up. I was a bit anxious about participating alone, but once I got into the water, I forgot all about that, and when I saw the dolphins up close, all my worries disappeared!
They picked me up early in the morning from a nearby hotel, and after about an hour, I was moved by the sunrise over Diamond Head that I could see from the car. My anticipation for the tour grew. As soon as we arrived at the harbor, we boarded the boat. The staff welcomed us with ukulele music. After chanting and offering flowers to the sea, dolphins quickly gathered around the boat, and we jumped into the water right away.
I was truly amazed to see dolphins swimming so close! There were about 30 of them, including mother and baby dolphins. The water was beautiful, and I could see all the way to the bottom just with snorkeling. At that time, I was also able to see honu (sea turtles) and rays!
On the boat, the staff entertained us with various performances.
This experience will definitely be unforgettable in my life. I truly felt it was worth participating.
ずっ~と前から気になっていたイルカと一緒に泳げるツアー。
以前、単なる船上からイルカを見る「イルカウォッチングのツアー」に参加した事があったのですが、楽しくはあったけど、見るだけではなんだか物足りなさを感じ、次回は絶対自分も一緒にイルカと泳げるツアーに参加したいと思っていました。
そして色々なツアーを検討した結果、こちらのツアーの、イルカと一緒に泳げるのはもちろん、海に入る前に「チャント(お祈り)」をするところや、フラレッスン等、ハワイの文化にも触れられる事に魅力を感じ、申し込みする事に決めました。
今回は一人での参加で楽しめるのかどうか不安もありましたが、実際に海に入ってしまえばそんな事は気にならず、イルカを目の前にしたら、そんな不安も吹き飛びました!
早朝近くのホテルまで迎えに来てくれ、そこから約1時間、
途中、車の中から見えたダイアモンドヘッドの朝焼けにも感動。これからのツアーの期待が膨らみました。
港に着きすぐに乗船。スタッフがウクレレを演奏し私達を迎えてくれました。
そして、チャントを唱えお花を海に捧げると、すぐにイルカ達が船の周りに集まっていて、早速海に飛び込みます。
本当に間近をイルカ達が泳いでいるのに感動!!
しかも30頭ぐらいの大群。親子のイルカもいました。
海も綺麗で、シュノーケルだけでも充分海の底まで見えます。
この時は、イルカの他にホヌ(海亀)や、エイなども見ることができました!!
船上でも、スタッフの方達が色々なパフォーマンスをしてくれ、私たちを楽しませてくれました。
この感動は、人生の中でも忘れられないものになると思います。
本当に参加して良かったと思いました。
It was very thrilling and satisfying ★
とってもスリルがあり満足★
I had a great time! Everything was thrilling and something you can't experience in Japan. The surfing lesson was fun. I was a bit disappointed that I had to leave early.
とっても楽しめました!日本では味わえないスリルのあるものばかり。波乗りレッスンたのしかったです。帰る時間が早かったのがちょっと残念でした。
You absolutely have to participate!! For everyone going to Hawaii!!
Even if you're hesitant because of the price, you will have an experience that is worth it, or even more than that. Don't worry if you can't speak English! It's fine to go alone!! By the way, this is my fifth time participating, and it was my first time going alone, but I thought I want to go again. Of course, I can't speak English. But I was able to communicate a lot with the boat staff and had a great time.
I definitely encountered dolphins all five times. This time, the dolphin was a bottlenose dolphin, which is different from the spinner dolphins I swam with before, but it was so impressive!! We made eye contact underwater!! They were looking at me, glancing back and forth♪ Not just one, but many!! It was moving. I could clearly hear the dolphins' voices too.
As a bonus, there is a dedicated photographer on board, so they capture great photos on the boat and underwater. It's a separate fee for purchasing, but it's the perfect keepsake for memories!!
This tour is something you can truly enjoy, whether with family, a partner, friends, or even alone like I did!! If you have even a little interest, you absolutely have to go; otherwise, you'll miss out on life!!!
絶対に参加するべきですよ!!ハワイに行かれる皆さん!!
お値段で躊躇してしまった方もそれに見合った、いやそれ以上の体験ができます。
英語ができなくっても大丈夫!一人でも大丈夫!!
ちなみに今回で私は5回目の参加で初の一人でしたが、また行こうって思いました。もちろん英語はできません。でもボートスタッフの方ともたくさんコミュニケーションとれて楽しい時間が過ごせました。
5回全部確実にイルカちゃんに遭遇しましたよ。
今回のイルカちゃんは今まで一緒に泳いだスピナーちゃんとは種類が違うバンドーイルカちゃんでしたが、迫力満点!!海の中で目が合うの!!こっちを、ちらっちらっって♪1頭じゃなくって何頭も!!感動でした。イルカちゃん達の声もしっかり聞えるし。
おまけに、専属カメラマンさんが同乗しているのでボートの上での写真や海の中での写真などしっかり抑えてくれてます。購入する形なので別料金が必要ですが思い出には最高の品ですよ!!
家族と恋人と友達とはもちろん今回の私みたいに一人でも心から楽しめるTourですよーー!!
少しでも興味をもった方は絶対に行かないと人生損です!!!
Took my wife on the 3 star and had a great time! Our waiter was a super waiter ... the food was fancy and tasty and the entertainment was fun. The best part is going up to the top deck and watching the sun go down. You will never see a more beautiful sunset!
I participated with my 7-year-old daughter Ponyo and my dolphin mom. It was really fun. It's not every day that you get to touch dolphins, right? Anyway, this tour is a must for dolphin lovers. It's totally fine even if you have small children!
I also joined a tour to swim with wild dolphins, and both experiences were great. Of course, you can't touch the wild dolphins...
I chose a tour without pick-up service, but you can get here by bus or trolley. It was nice because we could stop by along the way without any worries.
During this tour, the dolphin family also hiked to Makapu'u Point as a bonus.
7歳のポニョちゃんとイルカママと3人で参加しました。
本当に、楽しかったです。普段イルカに触れる事など無いですからネー。とにかく、イルカ好きにはたまらないツアーです。小さい子供がいても全然問題なし!
野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーにも参加しましたが、両方よかったです。野生のイルカはさすがに触れませんからね・・・
ツアーは送迎なしのもの選びましたが、ザバスやトロリーでここまでは来ることができます。途中気兼ねなく寄り道などできるので、それはそれでまた良かったです。
イルカファミリーは、このツアーの途中でついでにマカプウ岬もハイキングしてきました。
I never thought I would get to touch dolphins like this. The staff took beautiful photos, and I was very satisfied. Although I can't swim, I managed to be okay. Holding onto the dolphins and swimming was an amazing experience! You absolutely should participate. I will join again!
こんなにイルカに触れるなんて思ってもなかったです。社員もきれいに撮ってくれるし、かなり満足。
泳げない私ですが、なんとか大丈夫でした。
イルカさんにつかまって泳ぐのは感動です!
絶対参加すべきです。また参加します!
My husband and I took the sunset dinner cruise to celebrate our two-year wedding anniversary. It was fantastic! For those who worry about getting sea-sick, the boat right was very smooth and enjoyable, I did not have any problems. The food was delicious and the entertainment was great. I loved the music, very romantic and low and perfect. The sunset was beautiful. They will take pictures of you on the boat that will make great souvenirs - you need to splurge and buy them! Highly recommended!
I had never snorkeled before and they really walked you through everything. Got to see lots of neat fish, no dolphins however. We did see several turtles. Weather was a bit spotty and we were in some pretty good size swells. I don't know that I would recommend this for smaller children. They have spotters in the water, but it is open ocean and alot can happen,
It was incredibly beautiful, and I was surprised!! There were no areas with sand, but I was really able to relax♪ The weather was nice, but when a few clouds came out and the wind blew, it got a bit cold, and it was quite chilly during snorkeling...! The food was delicious, and our guide Yuko was fun, so I was very satisfied~★
とにかくキレイでびっくり!!
砂が出てるところはありませんでしたが、本当にのんびりできました♪
いいお天気でしたが少し雲が出て風が吹いたりすると寒くて、シュノーケリング中もかなり寒かったです・・・!
ゴハンもおいしくてガイドのゆうこりんも楽しくて満足できました~★
We booked this trip before we arrived on Oahu and were slightly nervous about going as we had never snorkelled before. However, the staff on the trip were very friendly and patient, the food was good and the actual snorkelling was amazing. We would definitely recommend this trip to anyone going to the island and we will certainly be snorkelling again - thanks very much for a great day!
I participated this summer. I thought, "Why would I go to Hawaii just to swim in a pool?" but I was surprised after joining! It was my first experience with such a pool. My first-grade daughter was thrilled and tried the Volcano Express multiple times. The Cliffhanger left me speechless. The speed and water pressure were so intense that I couldn't speak for about five seconds. The surfing attraction, Da Flowrider, was quite challenging. The waves at Hurricane Bay were also impressive and perfect for practicing on a boogie board. I want to participate again!
この夏に参加しました。ハワイに来てまでプールなんて・・・と思っていましたが、参加してみてビックリ!こんなプールは初体験でした。
ボルケーノエキスプレスでは小学校1年の娘も喜んで何度も挑戦していました。
クリフハンガーは、絶句。 あまりのスピードと水圧で5秒程度言葉が出ませんでした。
波乗りアトラクションのダ・フローライダーはかなりむつかしたっかです。
ハリケーン・ベイの波もかなりなもので、ブギーボードの練習にもってこいです。
また参加したいです。
A very touching and meaningful experience.
Regardless of what Island you may stay at it is very easy to Island hop.
It was nice to be greeted by a smiling face and fresh lei's after a 12 hour flight. Our greeter was very nice and took us to the baggage claim. However, we had another group that did not receive their greeting (not sure what company they booked it through) and they were disappointed.
This was a wonderful greeting for our sisters vacation to Kauai. Our greeter Leilani was wonderful. She met us at our gate in Honolulu with a cheery Aloha greeting and beautiful flower leis. She showed us the garden area and took pictures for us. She also escorted us to our connecting flight. This gave us a great start to a terrific Hawaiian vacation.
Thank you Leilani and Honolulu Lei Geetings.
This was my first trip to Hawaii and also my honeymoon. The weather was sunny, the staff was friendly, and I was extremely satisfied with the wonderful heavenly ocean. I would love to participate again on my next trip to Hawaii! ♪
初ハワイであり新婚旅行でもある今回の旅行で利用しました。晴れていたし、スタッフも親切で何より素晴らしい天国の海に大満足です。次回のハワイでも参加したいです♪
Amazing service, food, music, ambiance ... the entire night was brilliant. My friends and I found this experience totally worth the money and we highly recommend it!