Oahu
This submarine dive was awesome. It goes down about 120 feet and makes its way through two shipwrecks, a plane crash, U of Hawaii's artificial coral project... Not to mention all the fish and wildlife you see. It was a once-in-a-lifetime experience! However, do pay attention to the languages set for the time you go. But if you happen to get on a Japanese tour, there are headphones with English.
I went with a 9-year old and the waterpark was a blast. They don't have a ton of slides, but the ones they do have are amazing. I wouldn't recommend it for much younger children because most of the rides not only have a height requirement, but are pretty intense as well.
I participated in the Big Splash Package.
The wave pool and thrilling slides offer an intensity that you can't experience in Japan. My top recommendation is the wave pool and the white V-shaped slide called "Shaka." The tube slide that you go down in complete darkness is also a lot of fun.
It might have been the off-season, but the park was not crowded, allowing us to enjoy the attractions without long wait times. Even when there was a line, it was only about 5 to 6 people.
The staff who took care of us on-site were energetic and very friendly. The travel time from the hotel is quite long, but on the way back, you’re so tired from playing that you can fall asleep in no time.
You can experience everything in a day, so it may not be a place you want to visit again soon, but I definitely recommend it for first-timers.
ビッグスプラッシュパッケージに参加しました。
波の出るプール、スリル満点の滑り台など、そのスケールは日本では味わえない容赦無さ。
私のイチオシは波の出るプールと、白いV字型の滑り台『シャカ』。真っ暗の中を滑るチューブスライドも楽しいです。
シーズンオフだったこともあるかもしれませんが、園内は空いていて、アトラクションに並んで待つ時間を取られず、目一杯遊べます。並んでも5~6人程度のものでした。
現地でお世話してくれたスタッフの方は元気良くとても感じのいい方でした。
ホテルとの移動時間が結構長いのですが、帰りは遊び疲れているのでぐっすり眠ればあっという間です。
一日いれば一通り遊び切れる内容なので、もう一回行きたくなる程のものではないですが、初めての方には絶対お勧めです。
This was our 3rd trip to Oahu and the first time going out with Captain Bob. It was a well organized function with a superb crew! Having the first stop to the sandbar for volleyball was an excellent way for newbies to get used to snorkeling. It also allowed people to get acclimated to the water before getting into the snorkeling around the reef. Their choice in reef was nothing short of excellent! There was a large variety of fish to view to include several Moray Eels that swam about. The location also allowed a beautiful view of the Main Island and isolated islands off the coast. The only complaint is there was a young crew member who needed to pull up his bathing suit a little bit. He was a very nice young man & friendly with everyone but a bit more modesty would have been appreciated.
Overall, the event was great; everyone had an enjoyable time, and would recommend it to anyone visiting Oahu.
For first time visitors to the island, the Lei Greeting at the airport is well worth the expense!
The day before the wedding in Hawaii, I participated with my parents and my partner's parents, a total of six people, to foster friendship.
We really enjoyed the activity!! Especially the blue sea seen from the boat on the way to the submarine! It was beautiful!! (You should definitely go up to the deck!!) Once on the submarine, we saw many fish, turtles, and sharks, and there were thorough explanations in Japanese, which made my parents happy.
If you understand a little English, I highly recommend trying the English explanations as well. They provide clear and interesting information! (When wearing headphones, you might hear other guests suddenly burst into laughter during the English explanations, which makes you curious about what's going on, haha!)
ハワイ挙式の前日、親睦も兼ねて両家両親・計6人で参加してきました。
アクティビティ自体は大変楽しむことが出来ました!!とくに潜水艦までいくまでの船からみる海の青さ!キレイ!!(絶対デッキにあがるべき!!)
潜水艦に乗ってからも魚や亀やサメなど沢山見え、日本語の説明もしっかりあり、親も喜んでいました。
また少し英語が分かる方は、英語の説明も是非トライしてみてください。分かりやすくいろんな話をしてくれます!(ヘッドホンをしていると、英語の説明を受けているお客さんが突然爆笑したりして ナニナニ?と気になります 笑)
It has been a dream of mine for a long, long time! Swimming with dolphins... I participated in a communication session with dolphins that trainers conduct at domestic aquariums! My husband and I joined the Royal Swim, and I got to hold onto the dolphin's dorsal fin and be pulled along, and they pushed the soles of my feet so I could glide through the water like Superman. The closeness with the dolphins was 100%! I touched their backs and bellies multiple times, and I can't even describe how amazing it felt! They are so smart, cute, and the ultimate source of healing. The Royal Swim is more expensive than other programs, but if you're looking for that close interaction with the dolphins, I absolutely recommend the Royal Swim.
ずっと、ずっと夢だったんです!イルカちゃんと一緒に泳ぐの・・・。国内の水族館等で、トレーナーの方がやっているイルカちゃんとのコミニケーションやっちゃいました!!私は、主人とロイヤルスイムの参加だったんですが、イルカちゃんの背びれに捕まって引っ張って貰ったり、両足の裏を押して貰って、スーパーマンみたいに水辺を滑ったり、イルカちゃんとの密着度100%でした!!背中とお腹両方何度も触りましたが、なんて説明したら良いのか分からないくらい気持ちいぃ~~~!それに、賢くて、可愛くて最高の癒しです。ロイヤルスイムは、他のプログラムよりお値段は高いですが、イルカちゃんとの密着度を求めるなら、絶対ロイヤルスイムをお勧めします。
Well organized and informative, particularly the battleship Missouri
I participated in a premium tour. This was my first time in Hawaii and my first activity, so I was a bit anxious about how the transportation would work, but I went to the pickup location. However, from the moment I got on the bus until I got off the return bus, there was a proper explanation (system) in place, which allowed me to participate with peace of mind.
Regarding the submarine, I felt there might be some variability depending on the direction you sit, but since it's a natural experience, I think that's unavoidable (actually, you can't choose as you are guided to one of the two entrances). Nonetheless, I was able to see many fish on the ocean floor that you normally wouldn't see, and I was impressed by the abundance and beauty of the fish.
プレミアムツアーに参加して来ました。
今回の参加が、初めてのハワイ、かつ初めてのアクティビティで、どのような形で送迎してもらえるのかも分からず、多少の不安を持ちつつピックアップ場所に行きました。
しかし、バスに乗る時から、帰りのバスを降りる時まで、きちんとした説明(システム)があり、安心して参加することが出来ました。
潜水艦については、乗る方向によって若干の当たり外れがあるようにも思いましたが、自然のものであり、止むを得ないと思います(というか、2箇所ある入り口のどちらかに案内されるので選べないですが)が、普通は見るのことのできない海底のたくさんの魚が見ることができ、魚の多さやきれいさに感動しました。
My parents loved the personal touch and service.
This was what I was looking forward to the most on my trip to Hawaii, so my expectations were high, but it was even more fun than I anticipated, and my friends and I were thrilled. The brightness and attentiveness of the staff made the experience even more enjoyable.
The clarity of the ocean was amazing, and we were able to see many dolphins and fish. We even happened to encounter a sea turtle while we were kayaking! It was truly lucky.
The hamburgers we ate on the boat were delicious, and the hula lesson was fun, so I’m really glad I participated in this tour. I will definitely be a repeat visitor.
I took a lot of photos, but unfortunately, they didn’t turn out very well, which was a bit disappointing.
今回のハワイ旅行で一番楽しみにしていたものだったので、それだけ期待も大きかったのですが、予想以上の楽しさで友人共々大感激でした。スタッフの方たちの明るさと気配りで、楽しさも一層倍増されました。
海の透明度も素晴らしく、イルカもお魚もたくさん見ることができました。私たちはカヤックに乗っているとき偶然海がめにも出会えたんですよ!!本当ラッキー。
船の上で食べるハンバーガーもおいしかったですし、フラレッスンも楽しかったですし、このツアーに参加してよかったです。リピーターになること間違いなしですね。
と、写真もたくさん撮ったのですが、やはり上手には写っていなかったので少し残念でした。
One of the places I absolutely wanted to visit when I went to Hawaii after seeing photos in a travel magazine. It was truly beautiful and I was deeply moved. It seems to be one of the world's top power spots, and I was able to relax completely. I even got to meet a lucky sea turtle, so I’m sure many good things are waiting for me when I return to Japan (laughs).
As for snorkeling, only my friends participated while I watched from the boat, but it seemed there weren't as many fish as I had expected. It appears that it is greatly affected by the climate and weather.
Since it mentioned "change of clothes" in the items to bring, I brought extra clothes and underwear to participate, but I was told it was fine to ride the return bus in my wet swimsuit, so I just laid a beach towel down and got on. There wasn't even time to change, and it seemed everyone else got on the bus as they were, so it looked like it wasn't necessary to bring a change of clothes for the return trip to keep our luggage light.
旅行雑誌の写真を見てハワイへ行ったら絶対行きたかったところの一つでした。本当に綺麗で感激でしたよ。世界有数のパワースポットでもあるらしく、心底リラックスできました。幸運を呼ぶ海がめちゃんにも会うことができましたので日本に帰ってきてからきっと良いことがたくさん待ってるはずです(笑)
シュノーケルは友人だけの参加で私は船の上で眺めていましたが、あまり期待していたよりはお魚はいなかったようです。やはり、気候や天候に大きく左右されるようですね。
持ち物に「着替え」と書いてあったので着替えの洋服や下着なども持って参加したのですが、帰りのバスは濡れた水着のまま乗って大丈夫ですとゆうことだったので、そのままバスタオルを敷いて乗りました。着替の時間も無かったですし、皆さんそのままバスに乗られていたようなので、荷物を少なくするためにも帰りの着替えは持たなくてよさそうでした。
My girlfriend and I went on your dolphin adventure today on the Kai 'Oli'Oli and we had an amazing time! The sites and food were superb and the staff was very pleasant. The two instructors and or hosts Yoko and Pat did a spectacular job making you feel like you were at home. We will recommend this to all of our friends in Philadelphia when they come to visit.
As promised, your greeter was waiting for our plane and presented my wife with a beautiful Lei. Your greeter also had plenty of advice for us and even found a nice spot to take our picture with the ALOHA sign in the background. A great way to start our trip.
Thank you
We truly enjoyed this tour.
The staff, fluent in Japanese, arrived on time to pick us up.
We spent nearly 40 minutes diving in the sea, exploring the coral reefs.
I was so moved by the beautiful ocean that I felt like crying.
It was easy because there were explanations in Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.
時間通りに日本語ぺらぺらのスタッフが迎えにきてくれた
40分近く海に潜って、サンゴ礁などを見た
きれいな海に感動して、泣きそうだった
日本語、中国語と韓国語の説明があるので楽だった
The leis were beautiful and it was a great beginning to start our vacation in Paradise!
Mahalo
The staff was waiting at the airport just as advertised and really made me and my gursts feel welcome to Hawaii!
I brought family and they are still talking about the lei greeting at the airport!
I participated in the 9:00 tour on October 27! Since I was with my elderly parents this time and we couldn't dive, we decided to take a submarine to see the underwater world easily. The shuttle boat to the submarine was quite rocky, but when we went out on deck, the blue sea was beautiful! It was fun to see a pod of dolphins jumping alongside us (unfortunately, they didn't show up in the photos...). My mother, who is sensitive to motion, looked a bit unwell at first, but she felt better with the wind blowing on her, and she enjoyed watching the dolphins.
The view from the submarine had more sand than I expected, making it look murky. I heard there are no natural coral reefs, but there were planes and ships that have become homes for fish, and we could see fish, sea turtles, sharks, and even divers conducting research. The staff were friendly and accommodating, making for a pleasant experience. Inside the submarine, there was hardly any rocking, so my parents were fine. They enjoyed the deep blue world of the ocean.
10/27の9:00のツアーに参加してきました!
今回は高齢の両親連れのため、潜ることもできそうにないので、お手軽に海の中を見ようということで、潜水艦に乗ることにしました。
潜水艦へ行くまでのシャトルボートは結構揺れますが、甲板に出ていると、青い海がきれい!イルカの群れがジャンプしてついてきたりして楽しかったです☆(写真には残念ながら写ってないみたい・・)乗り物に弱い母は最初気分悪そうでしたが、外の風に吹かれているとマシだったそうで、イルカは喜んで見てました。
潜水艦からみた景色は思ったより砂が多くて濁っている感じ。天然のサンゴ礁はないそうですが、飛行機や船が魚のアパートになっていて、魚や海がめ、鮫、あと調査中のダイバーさんもみることができました。スタッフの方々もにこやかな対応で、気持ち良く過ごせました。潜水艦内はほとんど揺れは感じず、両親も大丈夫でしたよ。深海の青い世界を楽しんでました。
When you think of Hawaii, you think of the ocean.
However, the attractions are also fun!
You can "drop" from an incredible height of about four stories.
You can slide down a slide or ride a tube in complete darkness.
If you're looking for thrills, definitely check it out!
ハワイといえば海。
ですが、アトラクションも楽しい!
ビル4Fくらいの凄い高さから「落ちる」
スライダーや真っ暗闇をチューブに乗って滑り落ちたり。
スリルが欲しい人は是非!
staff very friendly & helpful, great surprise for anyone.
The views were awesome!!! Food was great!! No complaints!!!!
We ordered our Lei Greeting on the internet to surprize our first timers when they arrived in Hawaii. They were shocked to see someone standing there with a sign with their names on it. They had no idea we had ordered them. The girl that greeted us was as sweet and pleasant as anyone could have been, she presented the Lei's beautifully and made sure everyone was happy. She also told us which baggage area we should pick up or baggage and told us how to get there. We could'nt have asked for a more perfect way to start our Hawaiin vacation.
Our Lei Greeter was precious! Friendly, bubbly, sweet! What a nice extra touch upon visiting Hawaii for the first time!
The lei greeting was fantastic. The Hawaiian greeter was waiting for us and the lei's were beautiful.The Hawaiian greeter was very friendly and very helpful. He helped us with the ordering of the limousine and he kept us company until the limousine arrived. We arrived at about 8:30pm and he stayed with us till about 9:30pm when the limousine arrived.He took our picture with the lei's and the limousine in behind us.This was above and beyond our expectations.This was our first time in Hawaii and he made us feel very welcome. Him staying with us was great. We were worried that we would be left deserted at the airport,and he made sure this didn't happen. The fellow was interesting and his conversation was welcome.The lei greeting was a very nice experience.
I have to say that this dinner cruise will always hold a special place in my heart. Not only was the view beautiful, the agenda was entertaining, and I was actually proposed to on this cruise! Thank you for a spectacular evening that added to a wonderful occasion for us. The atmosphere could not have been better!
We had a wonderful time. The food was great and the sunset breathtaking
It was an activity that both the children and we parents could enjoy together.
子供たちも私たち親も一緒になって楽しめるアクティビティーでした。
This time, I participated in Dolphin & You for the first time. The weather was decent, and after setting sail, I was able to see turtles and flying fish, but unfortunately, I didn't get to see any dolphins. Since they are wild dolphins, I understand that this can happen. However, the staff's bright smiles and their efforts to create a lively atmosphere made the experience enjoyable, even though it was disappointing not to see dolphins. I left the boat vowing to try again next time. Next year, I will definitely see dolphins! I’m looking forward to my next trip to Hawaii even more.
今回、初めてドルフィン&ユーに参加しました。
お天気もまあまあで、出航後カメや飛び魚には逢えましたが・・・残念ながらドルフィンには逢えませんでした。
野生のドルフィンですので、こんなこともあるかなとは思います。
しかし、スタッフの明るい笑顔や場を盛り上げる対応で、ドルフィンに逢えなかったことはすごく残念でしたが、楽しいひと時を過ごすことが出来ました。
次回、リベンジを誓い船を後にしました。
来年は絶対!ドルフィンに逢えますように!!!
また、ハワイに行く楽しみが増えました。
This time, our family of four (with a 4-year-old and a 1.5-year-old) participated. We were excited as we headed to Sea Life Park! For a while, my 4-year-old brother was scared and hesitant about the water. However, when a dolphin swam right in front of him and he got to touch it, his excitement skyrocketed, and he seemed to have a great time. My 1.5-year-old brother also managed to touch the dolphin while crying, feeling both surprised and happy.
Touching, kissing, and shaking hands with the dolphin was truly a wonderful memory.
The photos (shots with the dolphin) and DVDs sold in the park are quite expensive, but I thought they would be a nice keepsake, so I purchased photos and a DVD for all four of us. I haven't watched the DVD yet, but it was reassuring that we could see samples when purchasing it.
今回、家族4人(4歳と1歳半)の参加でした。
期待に胸を膨らませてシーライフパークに♪
参加してしばらくは水になれないで怖がっていた4歳の兄。
イルカが目の前を通って触れたことで一気にテンションがあがり、楽しそうにしてくれました。
1歳半の弟も泣きながらもイルカに触って驚き半分&喜び半分と頑張ってくれました。
イルカに触って、キスして、握手できたのはほんといい記念になりました。
園内で販売している写真(イルカとのショット)&DVDはお高いですが、記念になると思い、4人分の写真、DVDを購入しました。
まだDVDは見てないですが、購入の際にサンプルを見れるので安心でした(^^)