Reviewed by: hiroko
This was our second trip to Hawaii, my husband who is 53 and I who am 51. This time, we were really looking forward to the sandbar and our first snorkeling experience.
The pickup location was not at our hotel but in the lobby of a nearby hotel. We waited for about 20 minutes, which made us a bit anxious, but finally, our guide arrived. When our names were called and we boarded the microbus, I noticed that there were only a few Japanese people, and most of the group was from Australia. The guide, who was quite cheerful, also seemed to be a local rather than Japanese, and all the instructions and explanations on the way to the port were in English. I realized that most of the guides for optional tours in Hawaii are either Japanese or Japanese-speaking Nikkei. Even though I was in a foreign country, I felt excited to finally be in a place where I could immerse myself in English.
When we arrived at the port, another large bus had already arrived, and we merged with that group. There was a cute Japanese girl as the guide for that group. On the boat, there were about equal numbers of Japanese and people from other countries, totaling around 40 people. We set off with the captain, who was driving the boat, and three staff members. We received various instructions, including how to use the snorkeling gear, in both Japanese and English as we approached the sandbar.
Unfortunately, even in the most lively area, the water was only about 20 centimeters deep, and it didn’t look like the pictures I had seen. However, even in the deeper areas, the water was only up to my waist or chest. We practiced snorkeling for about an hour, played beach volleyball, and everyone seemed to be having a great time. Of course, even small children had no trouble at all. You could stand in the middle of the ocean! It was amazing.
What impressed me next was the large hamburger made with patties grilled by the captain on the deck. It was very delicious.
Unfortunately, during the actual snorkeling session after we moved to a different spot, I couldn’t muster the courage and just watched everyone swimming from the boat, enjoying the scenery. Even so, it felt wonderful and was a lot of fun. Next time, I will definitely challenge myself to try snorkeling.
53歳の夫と51歳の私の2回目のハワイ。今回はサンドバーと初シュノーケルをとても楽しみにしていました。
お迎え場所は宿泊しているホテルではなく、近くのホテルのロビー。20分程待たされ少々不安ではありましたが、やっとガイドさんが到着。名前を呼ばれて、マイクロバスに乗り込むと、日本人らしき人は少しで、殆どがオーストラリアの方でした。とても愉快なガイドさんも日本人ではなく地元の方のようで、港までの案内も説明もオール英語。ハワイでのオプショナルツアーのガイドさんは殆どが日本語の喋れる日系の方か日本人ですよね。異国アメリカに来ているのに、英語に触れる機会が少ない中、私はやっと外国に来た感じがしてワクワクしました。
港に着くと、もう一台の大きなバスが先に到着していて合流。そちらの方にはカワイイ日本人の女の子のガイドさんでした。ボートには日本人と他の国の方がだいたい半々で、全員で40人位でしたでしょうか。ボートを運転する船長さん?とスタッフ3人で出発。日本語と英語に分かれて、シュノーケルの使い方を含むいろいろな説明を聞きながらサンドバーに到着。
あいにく一番盛り上がっている所でも海面の下20センチ位で、写真で見たような感じではなかったけれど、その周辺は深い所でも小柄な私の腰や胸辺り。約1時間シュノーケルの練習をしたり、ビーチバレーをしたり、みなさんとても楽しそうでした。もちろん小さな子供さんもぜんぜん大丈夫です。海のど真ん中で足が着くんですよ。感動です。
私がその次に感動したのは、デッキで船長さんが焼いてくれたパティを挟んでの大きなハンバーガー。とてもおいしかったです。
残念ながら、その後移動してからの本番のシュノーケルは、勇気が出なくて、船上から泳いでいるみんなの楽しそうな風景を眺めていました。それでもとっても気持ちが良く、楽しかった。次回は必ずシュノーケル挑戦します。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/06 |
Reviewed by: ハルママ
My husband and our son, who will soon be two years old, participated in the Dolphin Encounter. I joined as an observer to film the event. My son was a bit scared and couldn't kiss the dolphin, but he seemed really happy to touch it. It's not often that we can have such an experience in Japan, so it became a wonderful memory. We also got some beautiful photos with the dolphin, and I'm glad we purchased those. I definitely want to participate again when we go to Hawaii.
もうすぐ2歳になる息子と主人がドルフィンエンカウンターに参加しました。私はビデオ撮影の為見学者で参加しました。息子はイルカとのキスは少し怖がって出来ませんでしたがイルカにタッチはすごく喜んでいた様でした。日本ではなかなかこんな体験は出来ないのですごく良い記念になりました。イルカとの写真も綺麗に撮って頂いてこちらも買って良かったです。またハワイに行くときは是非参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/05 |
Reviewed by: ぽんず
When I first signed up for this tour, I didn't really know what to expect, but I learned that a sandbar is a shallow area formed by waves eroding coral out in the ocean. It was quite mysterious to see a white sandy beach floating in the middle of the sea, but it was very beautiful. We played beach volleyball on the sandy beach in the middle of the ocean, walked around, and practiced snorkeling. I think it's a unique experience that you can't have often. After that, we went turtle watching from the boat and snorkeled in another location, making it a three-in-one experience. We also had homemade hamburgers for lunch on the boat, which were very delicious. I think this tour is highly recommended for those who are snorkeling for the first time or have a short stay.
最初このツアーに申し込んだときは、どんなツアーかよくわからないで参加していたのですが、サンドバーとは海の沖に波でサンゴが削られてできた浅瀬だそうです。白浜が海の真ん中にぽっかりうかびあがっているのはとても不思議は感じでしたが、とてもきれいでした。海の真ん中の砂浜でビーチバレーをしたり、歩きまわってみたり、シュノーケリングの練習をしたり。なかなかできない体験だと思います。そのあとは船の上からカメウォッチングをし、別の場所でシュノーケリングをしたり、一度で3度おいしい感じです。ランチも手作りハンバーグを船上で食べ、とてもおいしかったです。初めてシュノーケリングをされる方や、滞在が短い方にはお勧めのツアーだと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I have visited Hawaii several times, but this was my first time going to the sandbar. I was very surprised to find a shallow sandy beach in just a part of the offshore area. I learned that it was a shallow area formed by coral being eroded by the waves, and it was very mystical. I heard it is also used in commercials in Japan. It was delicious to make my own hamburger from a grilled patty on the boat. Watching sea turtles from the boat and snorkeling for quite a long time was also a lot of fun. Since you can enjoy various activities at once, I think it's great for those visiting Hawaii for a short period.
ハワイには何度か訪れていますが、今回初めてサンドバーへいきました。沖合の一部だけ浅瀬の砂浜があるのにはとても驚きました。波でサンゴが削られて出現した浅瀬とのことですが、とても神秘的でした。日本のコマーシャルでも使われているとのことです。船の上で焼いたハンバーグを自分でハンバーガにして食べたのはとてもおいしかったです。船上からウミガメをウォッチングしたり、シュノーケリングもかなり長い時間できたので、とても楽しかったです。一度にいろいろ楽しめるので、短期間でハワイを訪れる方にはよいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/04 |
Reviewed by: チエ
We went to Hawaii for our honeymoon, and I thought if we're going to the ocean, it should be a beautiful place! So, we joined this monitor tour. The weather was great, and the sea was incredibly beautiful with scenery I had never seen before, which was truly moving.
However, when we arrived at the shallow area, it seemed to be slightly high tide, so the sandbar wasn't visible. But the water was about waist-deep, so we played beach volleyball together without worrying about the country we were in. It was a rare experience to play beach volleyball in the ocean! I had so much fun.
It was also great to see fish while snorkeling. The cheeseburger we had for lunch in the middle of the sea was exceptional! I was a bit disappointed that I could only see a turtle swimming from a distance. However, it was so much more beautiful than Waikiki Beach, so if I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I would love to go back!
ハネムーンでハワイに行き、海に行くなら綺麗なところで!と思い、こちらのモニターツアーに参加しました。
天気も良くてすごく海が綺麗で今まで見たことない景色で感動しました☆
ただ、浅瀬に到着したんですが、微妙に満潮だったみたいでサンドバーは浮かび上がってませんでした。。
でも、腰ぐらいの高さだったので、コートをはって国なんか関係なくみんなでバレーをしました♬
海の中でビーチバレーするなんて貴重な体験でした!
すごく楽しかったです♬
シュノーケルでも魚が普通に見れて良かったです☆
ランチのチーズバーガーも海の真ん中で食べれて格別でした!
海がめは遠目に泳いでるのが少し見えただけだったのでちょっと残念でしたが・・。
ワイキキビーチとは比べ物にならないくらい綺麗だったので次ハワイに行くことがあったらまた行きたいです☆
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/03 |
Reviewed by: みきぴょん
I participated because I wanted to see the sand beach. There really is a sand beach! The water suddenly became shallow, and I experienced the wonders of nature.
I enjoyed snorkeling in the coral reef area, turtle watching, and cruising, which allowed me to fully enjoy the sea.
The hamburger I had on the boat was also delicious.
I felt that having about 100 people on two boats was a bit too crowded.
サンドビーチを見てみたくて、参加しました。
本当にサンドビーチってあるんですね。いきなり海が浅くなっていて、自然の不思議さを体感さきました。
さんご礁地域でのシュノーケリング、亀ウォッチング、クルージングと、海を満喫できて楽しかったです。
船上で食べたハンバーガーもおいしかったです。
2艘の船で約100人というのは、ちょっと人が多すぎだと感じました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2009/11/02 |
Reviewed by: good experience
It was so nice to have your staff member waiting with sign for our Leis...I was thrilled..
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/11/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was impressed by the sandbar, which was only knee-deep and located in the middle of the ocean, and it was beautiful! My wife, who was snorkeling for the first time during the upcoming sea turtle watching, was a bit anxious at first, but it seemed she really enjoyed practicing snorkeling in the shallow, beautiful sandbar and the sparkling white sand underwater. Although it wasn't during our time, there are times when the sandbar appears like a path from the seabed due to the tides. I definitely want to walk that path the next time we participate.
After enjoying the sandbar, we had lunch with hamburgers that the captain grilled, and we made our own burgers with our favorite toppings. They were quite filling and satisfying even for men! Alcohol was available for purchase, but it was convenient that soft drinks were free to drink at any time.
We then moved to the sea turtle point and started watching. The fish (tropical fish?) were more noticeable than the sea turtles, but the sight of the fish swimming right in front of us was stunning! I would like to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii.
海の真ん中に膝までくらいの深さしかない、しかも綺麗な海、サンドバーに感動しました!
後に控えるウミガメウォッチングでのシュノーケリングが初体験の妻は、はじめ少々不安気味でしたがこの浅い綺麗なサンドバーでシュノーケルを練習し水中で白く光る砂浜を存分に楽しんでいたようです。私たちの参加した時間ではありませんでしたが、潮の満ち引きの関係で砂浜が一本の道のように海底から現れる時間帯もあるようです。次回参加する際はぜひその道を歩いてみたいものです。
サンドバーを満喫した後、昼食にはキャプテンが焼いてくれたハンバーグで自分たちで好きな具材を入れてハンバーガーを作りました。なかなかボリュームがあり男性でも満足できました!アルコールは有料でしたが、ソフトドリンクはいつでも飲み放題だったのも便利でした。
その後ウミガメポイントに移動し、ウォッチング開始。ウミガメより魚(熱帯魚?)の方が目立っていましたが、目の前に泳ぐ魚群が圧巻でした!!
次にハワイに行く際にも参加したいと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/02 |
Reviewed by: あきべえ
This time, my youngest child was just tall enough to meet the height requirement, so we were able to ride a submarine for the first time! We traveled by boat to board the submarine, and it was great to see Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea. I was worried about getting seasick, but I managed to board the submarine without any issues. The underwater view was not as clear as I had expected, and as I had heard, the coral was in a dying state, which gave me a different impression of the underwater world than I had imagined. It was interesting to see planes and ships that had been intentionally sunk, and there were fish and sea turtles around them. It felt a bit like being in a modern-day Urashima Taro story!
今回、末っ子も身長制限をぎりぎりクリアできていたため、初の潜水艦に乗ることができました☆潜水艦に乗り込むところまで船で移動するのですが、海上からのワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドを見ることができよかったです。心配していた船酔いもせず、潜水艦に乗りました。海の中は、思っていたよりもクリアではなく、珊瑚も死んでいる状態と聞いていたとおり、思っていた海の世界と違った印象を受けました。わざと沈めたという飛行機や船などがあり、そこに魚たちや海がめがいたのがおもしろかったです。ちょっとした浦島太郎気分でした♪
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/11/01 |
Reviewed by: あきべえ
I have visited Hawaii several times, but this was my first time at Sea Life Park. The purpose of our visit this time was the "Dolphin Royal Swim"! Since my 8-year-old daughter met the age and height requirements, we decided to participate despite the somewhat high price, wanting her to have an experience interacting with dolphins that she can't have in Japan. Of course, since she couldn't participate alone, Dad joined her as a companion.
We also had our 5-year-old and 2-year-old with us, so we signed up for a tour without transportation and drove our family of five to Sea Life Park in a rental car. Since we were on the first session, it seemed fine for those driving, but it might be tough for those using the trolley for the first session.
In the session that the two of them participated in, there were no other children besides my daughter. The instructor who took care of them seemed to be Japanese, and there were explanations in Japanese, which my daughter seemed to understand. However, since the pool was deep and they only wore life jackets, I was worried about whether she would be okay. They swam in the pool holding onto the dorsal fins of two dolphins and pushed off the dolphins' noses to swim like "Superman." Water splashing in their faces was inevitable, so as long as they could handle that, I think children can enjoy it. However, since my daughter's feet are small, it seemed difficult for the dolphins to push her feet. They asked her if she wanted to try again after a failure, but she didn't want to retry. Dad, on the other hand, did great! There were also photos and DVDs available for purchase during the activity, which interested participants could check out and buy. It was over in a flash, but my daughter was very excited to have the experience of touching and seeing dolphins up close, something she can't usually do. I hope to let the younger two try it when they get bigger.
ハワイには数回訪れていますが、シーライフパークに行ったのは初めてでした。今回訪れた目的は『ドルフィンロイヤルスイム』!8歳の娘が年齢・身長制限をクリアしたこともあって、お値段は少々お高めですが、日本ではまずできないイルカとのふれあいをさせよう!と参加しました。もちろん娘一人ではまだ参加できないので、パパが同伴者として参加しました。
私たちは他に5歳と2歳の子も一緒だったので、送迎なしのツアーに申し込み、シーライフパークまでは家族5人でレンタカーで行きました。1番目の回だったので、レンタカーなどで行かれるかたは大丈夫のようですが、トロリーなどを使われる方は1番の回は厳しいかもしれません。
2人が参加した回は娘の他には子供はいませんでした。担当してくれたインストラクターの方は日本人のようで、日本語でも説明があり娘も理解できていたようですが、プールは当然足もつかず、ライフジャケットを着用するだけなので、大丈夫か心配でした。2頭のイルカの背びれにつかまってプールを泳いだり、足の裏をイルカの鼻でプッシュして”スーパーマン”のように泳いだり、顔に水がかかることは必至なので、そのあたりがクリアできていれば、お子様でも楽しめると思います。ただ、足の裏をプッシュしてもらうのは娘の足が小さいので、イルカ自身も難しいようです。失敗してもう一度やる?と聞かれていましたが、娘はリトライはしませんでした。パパの方は、バッチリ♪アクティビティ参加中の写真やDVDの販売もあり、希望者は確認して買うこともできます。あっというまでしたが、娘はイルカに触ったり間近で見たり、と普段できない経験ができてとても興奮していました。今度、下の二人が大きくなったらまたやらせてみたいなと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
There was indeed a place where you can walk in knee-deep water in the middle of the ocean. We had time to play beach volleyball and practice snorkeling, and during that time, they were grilling hamburger patties on the boat.
We had lunch on the boat while moving to the sea turtle watching spot, where we each took bread, hamburgers, fruits, and salad in an assembly line.
After that, we went snorkeling in deeper waters. They provided life jackets, snorkeling gear, and fins, so everyone could swim once they were equipped.
We had about an hour to play. They fed the fish, so there were many fish nearby.
海の真ん中で膝くらいの水面で歩ける場所が本当にありました。
ビーチバレーやシュノーケリング練習をする時間があって、その間に船の上ではハンバーガーの肉を焼いてくれていました。
流れ作業で各自パン、ハンバーガー、フルーツ、サラダを取って海ガメウオッチングまで移動している間に船上でランチをします。
その後深い海のところでシュノーケリングです。
ライフジャケット、シュノーケリング用具、足ひれを貸してくれるのでそれぞれつけた人から泳いでいけます。
1時間ほど遊ぶ時間があります。
餌付けをしてくれるので近くに魚がたくさんいました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/11/01 |
Reviewed by: ぷゆきち
I wanted to see the sandbar at least once, so I joined this tour. During the cruise, the staff provided interesting explanations about how the sandbar was formed, which increased my enjoyment. The activities at the sandbar, snorkeling in the coral reef area, and watching the fish while floating were all uniquely enjoyable experiences that you can only have in Hawaii. The lunch we had on the boat (hamburger) was simple but very delicious, and I was extremely satisfied. I had a very fun day.
サンドバーを一度見てみたいと思い、このツアーに参加しました。
クルーズ中には、サンドバーがなぜ出来たのかなど、興味深い説明がスタッフからあり、楽しみが倍増しました。
サンドバーでの海遊び、さんご礁エリアでのシュノーケリング、ぷかぷかと泳ぐウォッチング、すべてがハワイならではの楽しさで、良かったです。
船の上で食べたランチ(ハンバーガー)もシンプルだけどとてもおいしくて大満足でした。
とても楽しい1日を過ごせました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/31 |
Reviewed by: KeI
A fantastic pod of dolphins appeared right nearby, and I was so excited! I was thrilled to see multiple dolphin spins right in front of me, along with a baby dolphin, and I even got to hear the dolphins' "squeaks." I was completely satisfied! In addition to the dolphins, there were sea turtles and beautiful fish, and in the distance, I could see whales swimming—what an emotional experience! I truly had a wonderful time. The staff were all bright, kind, and full of service spirit! They even performed hula dancing and played the ukulele.
最高なイルカの群れがすぐ近くに現れ、大興奮!
目の前繰り広げられる何回ものイルカのスピンジャンプ、イルカの赤ちゃん、終いには「キューキュー」というイルカの声まで聞け大満足でした!
イルカの他にもウミガメやきれいな魚達、さらに遠くにはクジラも泳いでおり感動の連続!本当に幸せな一時を過ごすことができました。
スタッフも皆さん明るく優しくサービス精神旺盛!フラダンスやウクレレを披露してくれました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Waking up early was worth it! I had a truly wonderful experience. After praying and throwing flowers into the sea, we set off! Dolphins appeared right away. During snorkeling, they swam close enough to reach out and even we got to see a baby dolphin. The handmade burgers made on the boat were also fantastic. Onboard, we were able to witness the rare male hula performed by a local boy. It was a tour that satisfied me from start to finish. I definitely want to participate again!
早起きした甲斐がありました!とても素晴らしい体験ができました。
お祈りをして花を海の投げ入れてから出発!すぐにイルカが現れてくれました。
シュノーケルの時も手の届きそうな距離を泳いでいましたし、いるかの赤ちゃんまで見る事ができました。船上で作る手作りハンバーガーも最高でした。船上ではロコボーイの珍しい男性フラを拝見することが出来ました。最初から最後まで大満足させてくれるツアーでした。また是非参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/30 |
Reviewed by: 花子☆
I was worried that I wouldn't be able to enjoy myself since I can't swim. I wondered if I would be able to see dolphins properly from the boat.
However! I was able to encounter dolphins clearly from the boat, and even a pod of them!
I was so moved and healed by seeing dolphins for the first time.
Although I couldn't dive into the water, I had a fulfilling time seeing dolphins up close, kayaking, enjoying hamburgers made by the captain on board, and watching the crew dance the hula and play the ukulele. It was a tour that allowed even non-swimmers to fully enjoy the Hawaiian sea.
All the staff were very cheerful and friendly! I was able to create the best memories in Hawaii. Thank you!
私は泳ぐことができなく、楽しめるのかな?船の上からでもちゃんとイルカが見れるのかな?と心配でした。
しかし!船の上からでもきちんとイルカに出会う事ができました。しかもイルカの群れ!
初めて見るイルカにとっても感動し、癒されました。
海中に潜ることはできませんでしたが、間近でイルカの群れを見れたり、カヤックにのったり、キャプテンが船上でハンバーガーを作ってくれたり、クルーの人達がフラを踊ったり、ウクレレを弾いてくれたりととても充実した時間を送ることができました。泳げない人でも十分にハワイの海を楽しめるツアーでした。
スタッフの人皆とても明るくてフレンドリー!ハワイでの最高の思い出を作ることができました。ありがとうございます。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Two foreign staff members assisted us, one as the driver and the other explaining the parasailing and helping us put on life jackets.
They provided explanations in both English and Japanese, so it was fine even if you didn't understand English.
While the foreigners flew one by one, I requested to go up together with another person.
At first, the boat sped off quickly, which was overwhelming, but once we were flying, it wasn't scary at all!
In fact, the wind was refreshing and the view was great☆
At the end, they playfully dropped us into the sea, but if you say "NO," they won't let you fall. Haha!
The flying experience went by in a flash!!
It was $15, and they also took photos. Since it was on film, we couldn't check them on the spot, but they had a telephoto lens, so they took pictures even after we were flying. I’m looking forward to the 24 shots we took.
Tips are requested separately. It might be a good idea to bring a little cash for tips for the camera.
担当してくれたのは外国人の方が二人で、運転手とパラセイリングの説明やライフジャケットを着せてくれて、上にあげてくれる人。
説明は英語と日本語でそれぞれしてくれたので、英語がわからなくても大丈夫でした。
外国人は一人ずつ飛んでいたましたが、私は二人でお願いして一緒に上げてもらいました。
最初はボートが勢いよく進んでいくので圧倒されたけど、飛んでしまえばぜんぜん怖くなかったです!
むしろ、風が吹いてで景色も良かったのでさわやかでした☆
最後に愛嬌でぼちゃんと海に落とされるのですが、ちゃんとNOといえば落とさないでくれます。笑
あっという間のフライングでした!!
15ドルでしたから写真も撮ってくれます。
フィルムなのでその場で確認することは出来ませんが、望遠レンズ付なので飛んでからも写真を撮っていました。24枚取りで出来上がりが楽しみです。
チップは別に要求されます。
カメラをチップで少しお金を持っていくといいかもしれません。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The pool is available in both Japan and Guam, but this pool is truly on par with Hawaii. I lost track of time. The waves in the wave pool are incredible, and the slide is just amazing—both the kids and moms were left in awe. I will definitely join again when I come back to Hawaii.
プールは日本にもグアムにもありますが、ここのプールはさずがハワイ級。時間がたつのを忘れてしまいました。波がくるプールの波も半端じゃないし、スライダーは凄いの一言で子供もママも放心状態になっていました。またハワイに来たときには参加します。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was really anxious about snorkeling since I can't swim at all, but they provided fins and life jackets, and you can practice snorkeling in the shallow waters of the sandbar, so I recommend it for beginners!
They communicated in Japanese, which made the explanations easy to understand, and it was beautiful to take a walk in the middle of the ocean where you could stand!
The schedule was as follows: sandbar (photo opportunities, snorkeling practice) → lunch on the boat → turtle watching → snorkeling.
There was a shallow area about knee-deep right in the middle of the ocean. It was a bit disappointing that the sun wasn't very strong and it was cloudy that day, but I was satisfied because I wanted to visit the sandbar!
While we were practicing snorkeling, they were preparing lunch by grilling hamburgers on the boat. We moved while enjoying fruits, hamburgers, and drinks with a view of the ocean, heading to the turtle watching point.
We saw about 5-6 large turtles swimming in a circle! They occasionally popped their heads up, and it’s rare to see so many at once.
After that, we started snorkeling in earnest. They fed the fish, so there were plenty around the boat! The coral reefs were beautiful, and the hour went by in no time.
I recommend bringing an underwater camera. There are lots of blue and yellow fish.
I want to participate again!
まったく泳げないのでシュノーケリングに不安があったけれど、フィンやライフジャケットもちゃんと用意されているし、サンドバーの浅瀬で事前にシュノーケルの練習も出来るので初めての人にもオススメです☆
日本語で対応してくれたので、説明もわかりやすいし、海の真ん中で足が着くところをお散歩できてキレイなところでした!
スケジュールとしては、サンドバー(写真撮影、シュノーケル練習)→船上ランチ→海がめウオッチング→シュノーケルの順番でした。
膝くらいの浅瀬のところが本当に海の真ん中にありました。
当日はそんなに日差しが強くなく曇りがちだったのがちょっと残念でしたが、サンドバーに行ってみたかったので満足です♪
シュノーケルの練習をしている間に船上ではハンバーガーを焼いてランチの準備をしてくれていました。
フルーツ、ハンバーガー、飲み物を海を眺めながら食べつつ移動し、海がめウオッチングポイントまで。
大きな海がめが5-6ひき(?)輪になって泳いでいました!! たまに顔を出してくれて、こんなにたくさん見れるのは珍しいそうです。
その後、本格的にシュノーケル開始です。
餌付けをしてくれるので船の周りはお魚がたくさん!!
さんご礁もきれいであっという間の1時間でした。
水中カメラを持っていくことをオススメします。
青や黄色のお魚がたくさんいます。
また参加したいです!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/25 |
Reviewed by: mashonna
This was a wonderful reception to Hawaii. The Lei Greeter was so helpful to us. She greeted us, gave us our leis, took us over to get out bags from the airport terminal, and helped us get information about sites and events in Hawaii. Wonderful, Wonderful!! We would recommend this to anyone traveling to Hawaii, especially your first time.
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/25 |
Reviewed by: jen
My first time at the Kaneohe Bay sandbar.
I was truly surprised by its beauty, which exceeded my expectations!
On the day of the visit, I was a bit worried about the clouds affecting the view, but when we arrived at the sandbar, it was sunny with a stunning marine blue sea! The contrast between the deep and shallow waters was incredibly beautiful. You won't see a view like this anywhere else.
At the sandbar, we had about an hour of free time to play beach volleyball, practice snorkeling, take photos, and relax. I had my camera with me, and the Japanese staff took many posed commemorative photos for me! I brought a digital camera that can be used underwater, but I recommend using an underwater camera here! You can capture some really great photos.
After that, we enjoyed hamburgers on the boat. These were large and delicious hamburgers. Soft drinks were available in unlimited quantities. Alcohol (beer, wine) is available for an additional charge.
Then we moved away from the sandbar for some sea turtle watching. We could see many sea turtles from the boat. On this day, we were also able to see a manta ray, which is quite rare!
Finally, we went snorkeling in an area with coral. I was truly amazed here!
As soon as I dove in, there was a sea turtle right in front of me! I never expected to encounter a sea turtle so close, and I was really moved. There were many more fish here than at Hanauma Bay, and I was never bored swimming around.
If you're going to Oahu, I think this tour is a must-do at least once. The staff's excellent service was also wonderful. It truly became a fantastic memory.
初めてのカネオヘ湾のサンドバー。
本当に想像以上の綺麗さにびっくりしました!
当日少し雲がかかっていて綺麗に見えるか心配だったのですが、サンドバーに到着した時は晴天で本当にマリンブルーの海!深い海と浅い海の色の変わり目が素晴らしく綺麗です。こんな景色は他では見れません。
サンドバーではビーチバレーをしたりシュノーケル練習、写真撮影などと各自自由時間を一時間ほどとってくれてゆったりできます。私はカメラを持っていたら、日本人スタッフの方が記念撮影をポーズ指定で沢山撮ってくれました♪
私は水中でも使用可能なデジタルカメラを持っていったのですが、ここでは水中カメラお勧めです!本当にいい写真が沢山撮れます。
その後は船上でハンバーガーをいただきました。
これも大きいハンバーガー美味しかったです。
ソフトドリンクは何杯でもいただけます。
お酒(ビール、ワイン)は有料です。
そしてサンドバーから離れて海ガメウォッチング。
沢山海ガメが船上から見ることができます。
この日はなかなか見ることができないマンター?
も見ることができました。
最後に珊瑚のあるところでシュノーケリング。
ここで本当にびっくりすることが!!!!
なんと、潜った瞬間、目の前に海ガメがいたのです!!
まさかこんな目の前で海ガメに遭遇すると思わなかったので本当に感動しました。
お魚はハナウマ湾よりもずっと沢山いて泳いでいて全く飽きませんでした。
オアフ島に行くのであればこのツアーは必ず一度は行った方がいいと思います。
スタッフの対応の良さもとても素晴らしかったです。本当に素敵な思い出になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/23 |
Reviewed by: Laurel
Great way to experience Oahu. Our guide was knowledgeable and seemed to enjoy his work. Even though we didn't get to do the sail part, the refund process was immediate and simple.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The guides were all English-speaking, and only when we arrived at the sandbar did a Japanese guide come aboard from another boat to explain how to use the snorkeling equipment and the facilities on the boat in Japanese. Therefore, the overall content was mostly explained in English, but I didn't feel anxious about it. The staff were all very kind, so I didn't experience any particular inconvenience.
There were three destinations: Sandbar → Coral Reef → Sea Turtle Watching.
First, we headed to the sandbar. It was near the area where you can see Chinaman's Hat, and the location was fantastic. I thought the sandbar would be close to the land, but it was actually quite far from the shore, and I was amazed to find a spot where the water was up to my waist. The scenery was so beautiful that I thought if there is a paradise, it must look like this. At the sandbar, you can also play volleyball. Since the water is shallow, it might be a good place for those who are not used to snorkeling to practice. They provide fins and life jackets for snorkeling, so even those who are not good swimmers can feel safe.
When I went snorkeling at the sandbar, I encountered a sea turtle and was able to swim with it, which was another amazing experience. I brought a waterproof camera, so I was able to take great photos. If you don't have one, a disposable camera with waterproof features is also fine, so I recommend bringing one. You can buy one for about $13 at the many ABC Stores in Waikiki.
For lunch, we had hamburgers, which the captain grilled on the stove while we were playing at the sandbar, and they were delicious.
The second snorkeling session took place at a coral reef the size of a soccer field, where we could feed a lot of fish. It was a fun experience to have colorful fish pecking at the food I held.
During the sea turtle watching, we were able to see many sea turtles from the boat and took a lot of photos.
The sandbar is offshore, and it's a place you obviously can't reach by car, so I felt it was definitely worth using when visiting Hawaii.
ガイドの方々はみんな英語で、サンドバーに到着したときのみに日本人のガイドの方が他の船から乗ってきて、日本語で再度シュノーケリングの使い方や船内設備等の説明してくれました。
よって全体的な内容はほぼ英語での説明になりますが、不安になることはありませんでした。
スタッフの方も皆さん親切な方々なので特に不便はしませんでした。
目的地は三か所あり、サンドバー → サンゴ礁 → 海亀ウォッチングとなります。
最初に、サンドバーへ向かいます。
チャイナマンズ・ハットが見える周辺であり、ロケーションは最高でした。
サンドバーということで陸地に近い場所にあるのかなと思っていたのですが、陸まではかなり距離がある場所であり、こんなところに腰くらいまでの水深の場所があるのかと感動し、天国があるならばこんな景色なんじゃないかなと思えるほど素晴らしい景色と体験ができました。
サンドバーではバレーボールをすることもできます。
また、浅いのでサンドバーでシュノーケリングに慣れない方は練習するのもいいかもしれません。
シュノーケリングの際にはフィンやライフジャケット等も貸してもらえるので泳ぎが得意でない方でも安心です。
サンドバーでシュノーケリングをした際、そこで海ガメと遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができ、またまた感動でした。防水のカメラを持って行っていたのでばっちり写真を撮ることもできました。
持っていない方は防水機能の付いた使い捨てカメラでも構わないので、持っていくことをお勧めします。ワイキキにたくさんあるABCマートで13ドルくらいで購入できます。
昼食はハンバーガーになります、サンドバーで遊んでいる間に船長がコンロで焼いてくれるので、おいしかったです。
2回目のシュノーケリングはサッカー場ほどのサンゴ礁で行います、ここでたくさんの魚に餌付けを行うことができます。自分が持った餌に色とりどりの魚が突っついてくる状態で面白い経験ができました。
海亀ウォッチングはかなりたくさんの海亀を船上から見る事ができ、写真もたくさん取れました。
沖合にあるサンドバーであり、車では当然行けない場所ですし、ハワイに行った際にはかなり利用する価値はあるのではないかと感じました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Ryo
It was a very precious experience to be able to touch dolphins. There were a total of 8 participants, including the two of us: 4 family members from America, 2 Japanese, and us.
The dolphin trainer was Japanese and provided explanations in both English and Japanese, which made it very enjoyable. However, the return time of 2:30 PM for the first bus from the narrow Sea Life Park might make it difficult to pass the time.
Since we had plans in Waikiki at 1:30 PM, we took The Bus back. The travel time was about 1 hour. If you take either the No. 22 (not in service on Tuesdays) or No. 23 bus, you will definitely arrive in Waikiki. The No. 22 bus is called the Seaside Line and runs along a very beautiful coastal route.
For those who want to make the most of their afternoon, I recommend participating in the first morning session and taking The Bus back.
イルカに触れることが出来て大変貴重な体験でした。参加者は、私ども2名を含め全員で8名。
アメリカから来られたファミリー4名と日本人2名と私ども。
イルカトレーナーは、日本人の方で英語と日本語と両方で説明してくれ、非常に楽しめました。
ただ、帰りの時間が14時30分が第1便と狭いシーライフパークでは時間を潰すのに苦労するかも。
私どもは、午後13時30分よりワイキキでの予定があったため、ザ・バスにて帰って来ました。所用時間は約1時間。
22番(火曜日運休)と23番のどちらかに乗車すれば、間違いなくワイキキに着きます。
22番はシーサイドラインと呼ばれ非常にきれいな海外線を走る模様。
午後の時間を有意義に使いたい方は、午前一番の回に参加し、ザ・バスで帰ってくることをオススメします。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
My husband experienced it for the first time in 20 years, and it was my first experience, but the staff taught us various things in advance, so we felt safe entering the sea. We had a lesson with three people, including someone from Europe, and they helped us compare the waves so that everyone could ride equally. It was exciting to ride the waves and I was thrilled. I definitely want to participate again.
主人は20年ぶり、私は初体験でしたが、スタッフの方が事前にいろいろ教えてくれ安心して海に入れました。
欧人の方と3人のレッスンでしたが、どの人にもまんべんなく乗れるよう波を見比べてくれ、楽しく波に乗ることができ感激でした。
また、是非参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/15 |
Reviewed by: バブリー
I participated in the 9 o'clock session with a friend. It was quite empty, so we were able to sit comfortably inside the submarine. We saw sea turtles multiple times, and it was interesting to experience the blue world. The diving time was longer than I expected, lasting about an hour. However, the noise from the motor at the back of the submarine was terrible, and I could hardly hear the explanations, which was disappointing. I recommend sitting at the front in the direction of travel.
友達と2名で、9時スタートの回に参加しました。
結構空いていたので、潜水艦内はゆったりと座れました。
海ガメも何度も見れたし、ブルーの世界を体験できて面白かったです。潜水時間も思ったより長く、1時間くらいありました。ただ艦内後ろ側のモータ?音がひどくて説明がほとんど聞き取れなかったのが残念でした。進行方向の前側に座るのがお勧めです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/13 |
Reviewed by: Jackie & Shannon
Aloha! We are local residents of the island Oahu and have never been fortunate enough to do an activity like this one... until now!
Captain Bob's tour was an adventure full of variety for even the local resident. The sandbar was amazing and a great place to start the activity. We were surprised at the size of the sandbar and even though our tour was a crowded we had ample space to enjoy our own privacy and each others company. There was also volleyball set up in the middle of the ocean for playing and group enjoyment.
We then went to a spot where we saw an abundance of sea turtles. As locals of Hawaii, turtles are no big surprise and are often seen in our waters everywhere. However, when we cruised over the area - they were such an amazing and beautiful sight, that we started to ooh and ahh!
The actual snorkeling was also an experience. The reef that we were brought to was private and well marked and preserved. It was beautiful to swim around the edges and explore. It was the
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/13 |
Reviewed by: Mapes
We booked this tour on line before arriving in Waikiki. Wondered if we had made a mistake, but the tour was great. We were picked up on schedule exactly as promised. Our tour guide, Sam, was informative and knowledgeable about the island and the culture.
The best part of this tour is the choices! The next best thing is how much time you have on your own to enjoy the activity choices. Couldn't have been better. Absolutely loved it! Would go again.
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/12 |
Reviewed by: Lien
Hello All!
My husband and I took this tour on Tuesday, Oct 6th, 2009. It was the best tour ever! North Shore is beautiful and absolutely amazing. We had one activity and rode a beach cruiser to all the beaches. We hung out at Waimea Beach and the waves were pretty insane. There was a surfing competition on the other beach. We saw sea turtles and that was a SIGHT! Our tour guide Sam is the definitely the coolest guide ever. We 100% recommend this activity to everyone. No joke. If you don't believe, you guys can contact us at mdot42@hotmail.com. =D
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/10 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
WE had a great time we all enjoed our selves it is good for famlies as well as older people
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Joanne & Paul
It was awesome. It was our first time and the staff was very knowledgeable about every aspect of the activity. They both were very friendly, took pictures, and answered questions. We would recommend this to everyone. You have a beautiful view from up there. Was a little scary at first, then you relax and enjoy the view of beach and Diamond Head. Would do it again
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/09 |
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