Reviewed by: なおこ
I was able to see it multiple times! Although we didn't get to see the upper body completely emerge, it was exciting to watch several whales, which appeared to be a mother and her calf, spouting water and floating on the waves with their tails out. Since we had a hotel pickup plan, it was smooth and we didn't have to worry about finding the boarding area.
何回も見ることができました!
上半身がザパーンと出るまでは行きませんでしたが
親子と思われる複数頭が潮吹きをしたり波に浮かんで尻尾を出したり、終始エキサイティングでした。
ホテルに送迎のプランだったので乗り場も迷うことなくスムーズでした。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Mochizuki
I had a wonderful holiday! The guide took my child's hand and helped them swim, so my child enjoyed snorkeling more comfortably than I expected. I'm thinking of asking for this again next year! Thank you very much.
とても素敵な休日を過ごせました!ガイドさんが子供の手を取って泳いでくれたので、思っていた以上に子供も安心してシュノーケリングを楽しんでいました。また来年もお願いしようかと思っています!有難うございました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/25 |
Reviewed by: さくらもち
Since it's near Honolulu, I thought it would be lucky if we got to see whales, and if not, we could enjoy the cruise, so I made a reservation. There are colorful fish in the harbor where the boat docks, so definitely check them out before boarding! The various sizes of yellow and blue fish really get you excited.
For those without meals included, we were guided to the third floor where we received explanations about the whales and the boat before departure, but everything was in English and honestly, it was content you could take or leave. Later, a file with explanations in Japanese was placed on the stage, which was sufficient. Since there was time, many people were having breakfast with the rice balls and bread they brought. Since it was early in the morning, having a meal here might be enough.
Once we set sail, we had free time, so I quickly went up to the observation floor on the fourth deck. About 30 minutes after departure, when we could see Ala Moana, dolphins started swimming alongside the boat!!! Everyone was super excited to see about 20 dolphins! They swam alongside the boat, jumped a little away, and then came back... just this alone felt worth the price, and I was already very satisfied.
After about 45 minutes, we arrived off Diamond Head and stopped. An announcement was made to look for whales. However, during the announcement, we already saw a spout, and when we focused our eyes, we spotted a large tail! It was a bit far, but we could see it perfectly! After that, we spent about an hour and a half moving and stopping while searching for whales, and we were able to see them more than 15 times, which was amazing! In the end, we even saw a mother and calf swimming leisurely about 50 meters from the boat, and I was grateful for the generous spirit of the whales.
After seeing the whales perfectly, we returned to the harbor and were thrilled to also see a turtle swimming smoothly beside the boat during the 4-hour trip!
By the way, I spoke with someone who booked a tour with meals included after disembarking, and they mentioned that during their meal, there was an announcement saying, "A whale has appeared over there," so they kept going back and forth and hardly got to eat, nor did they see the whales. Announcements are made after a whale has already appeared. I think it’s unlikely you’ll see them if you run over after hearing the announcement... it seems like you have a higher chance of spotting them by focusing your eyes on the spouts yourself. Also, I wouldn’t really recommend it for children. Since you can’t approach the whales (but it’s okay if they come close), the whales are far away, and I wonder if they understand when you say, "Over there!"... Many kids seemed to get bored and fussy.
It might be good to participate with the mindset of "If we see them, great; if not, we’ll cruise around Waikiki and Diamond Head." That said, it was fantastic as a cruise! Whether you see whales or not might be a matter of luck, but it was a fun experience worth more than the price♪ I highly recommend it for those going to Hawaii during whale season!
ホノルル近郊だし見れたらラッキーくらいで、見れなかったらクルージングとして楽しもうと予約。
船の停泊している港にはカラフルな魚がいるので乗船前にぜひ見てください!黄色や青の大小さまざまな魚でちょっとテンション上がります
食事無しの人達は3階へ誘導され出港前にクジラや船の説明をされますが、すべて英語だし特に聞いても聞かなくても…という内容。後ほど日本語で書かれた説明ファイルがステージに置かれるので、それで十分。時間があるので、持ってきたおむすびやパンで朝食をしている方が結構いました。朝も早いのでここで食事で十分かも
出港してしまえば自由行動なのでさっそく展望フロアの4階へ。出港して30分、アラモアナが見えてきた頃船と並走するようにイルカが!!!
20頭ほどのイルカにみんなで大興奮!!船と並走したりちょっと離れて飛んだりまた近づいてきたり・・・これだけで値段以上のいいものが見れた気がしてすでに大満足w
45分ほどするとダイアモンドヘッド沖まで来て停泊。ここでクジラを探すとアナウンスが。
が、アナウンス中にすでに潮吹きが見れ、目を凝らしてると大きな尻尾!
ちょっと遠くでしたがバッチリ見れました!
そこからは1時間半ほど動いたり停まったりしながらクジラを探してましたが、15回以上は見れて感動!最後には船から50m先くらいにのんびりと親子で泳ぐクジラまで見れ、サービス精神旺盛なクジラに感謝です
ばっちりクジラを見て港へ帰還中、船の横をすぃーっと泳ぐカメまで見れて感動の4時間でした!!
ちなみに下船後食事つきのツアーで申し込んだ方と話したのですが、食事してる時に「あっちにクジラが出た」とアナウンスがかかるため、見に行ったり戻ったりで食事もほぼ出来なかったし、クジラも見れなかったと。
クジラが出る度にアナウンスはかかるのですが、クジラが「出た」あとにかかります。アナウンスを聞いてからそっちへ走ってもほぼ見れないと思います…自分で目を凝らして潮吹きを探した方が確立高いような気がします。
あと、お子様にもあんまりおススメできないかも。クジラに近寄ってはいけない為(クジラが近寄ってくるのはOK)、クジラは遠くだし、「あそこあそこ!」と言ってもわかってるかなぁ・・・って感じです。結構飽きちゃってグズッてるお子様多数でした
「見れたらラッキー、見れなかったらワイキキやダイアモンドヘッドを巡るクルージング」として参加してみたらいいかな。
とは言え、クルージングとしても最高!見れるか見れないかは運かもしれないけど、お値段以上の楽しい体験でした♪
クジラのいる時期にハワイへ行く方にはかなり!おススメです!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the experience.
As you mentioned, there are days when the whales are very active and other days when they are more relaxed, so we believe that keeping an eye out for them will give you the best chance to see them at the right moment.
Regarding meals, please note that outside food and drinks are not permitted on board. Recently, the Aloha Tower Marketplace, where the ship departs, has been renovated, and there is now a small supermarket where you can purchase snacks and bento. Additionally, there are open-air tables within the Aloha Tower Marketplace, so if you have booked a cruise without a meal, you might enjoy a light breakfast there before your cruise.
On sunny days, especially in the morning, the cruise is particularly pleasant, so we hope you will visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back!
Star of Honolulu
この度は私どものクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございます。
クルーズをお楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
鯨はとてもアクティブな日もあれは、のんびりしている日もございますので、
お客様の仰る通り、お外で目を凝らして鯨を探していただくと、一番良いタイミングでご覧いただけると思います。
お食事の件に付きましては、船内は外からの食べ物、飲み物のお持込は禁止させて頂いております。
最近では、船が出港いたしますアロハタワーマーケットプレイスがリニューアルし、
ちょっとしたスナックやお弁当がご購入できます小さいスーパーマーケットもあり、
また、アロハタワーマーケット内にはオープンエアのテーブルもございますので、
お食事無しのクルーズをお申し込みの場合は、そちらで軽く朝食をされてからクルーズをお楽しみいただいても宜しいかと思います。
お天気の良い日は、特に朝のクルーズは気持ちが良いので、是非また遊びにいらして下さい。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております!
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/31 |
Reviewed by: ukitaq
- The bus on the way there was very cold.
- It seems that certain conditions are needed for a complete sandbar, and this time the water was up to my knees.
- The guide was Japanese and very kind.
・行きのバスがとても寒かったです
・完全なサンドバーには条件が必要なようで、今回はヒザ下まで水がありました
(月に1、2回とか)
・ガイドさんは日本人でとても親切でした
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/09 |
Reviewed by: ukitaq
- We gathered on-site and went by rental car.
- One hour was enough to enjoy it.
- The filming location of Jurassic Park was truly impressive.
- Due to safety, speed and driving methods were restricted, so there wasn't much freedom.
・現地集合、レンタカーでいきました
・時間は1時間で十分楽しめました
・ジュラシックパークのロケ地はさすがに圧巻でした
・安全から速度や走法は制限され、あまり自由はありません
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| Packages: | 四輪バギー1時間コース(1名乗り)※2020年3月31日まで |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Suzanne and Ginger
Captain Bob experience was one of our highlights! We saw turtles , fish, snorkeled, good food, great crew. Will go again next year.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/04 |
Reviewed by: KAZUNO
We were both quite nervous as it was our first time in Hawaii, but the crew was very cheerful and kind, making it an incredibly memorable experience! Since there were Japanese staff members, we didn't have any particular difficulties, and being newlyweds, we were able to take many wonderful photos (*´ ˘ `*)♡ I would love to participate again!
お互い初めてのハワイでかなりドキドキしていましたが、クルーの皆さんがとても明るくて優しくて、ものすごく良い思い出になりました!
日本人スタッフさんもいてくれているので特に何かに困ることは無かったし、新婚ということでたくさん素敵な写真を撮って頂きました(*´ ˘ `*)♡
何回でも参加したいと思います!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/02 |
Reviewed by: JAM
The sandbar felt shallow, possibly due to high tide, but during the subsequent sea turtle watch, we saw many sea turtles and manta rays! There were also plenty of sea turtles while snorkeling, and it was one of the most satisfying snorkeling experiences I've had. The staff was friendly, and since they provided a Japanese guide, I felt comfortable enjoying the activities. I definitely want to do this again next time.
サンドバーは満潮だったのか、浅瀬って感じでしたが、その後のウミガメウォッチではたくさんのウミガメと、マンタが見られました!
シュノーケリングの時も、たくさんウミガメがいて、今まで体験したシュノーケリングでもかなり満足できました。
スタッフの方も気さくで、日本語ガイドなので安心して遊べました。
また次回もやりたいです。
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/03 |
Reviewed by: 小島文子
I have quite a bit of experience traveling to Hawaii, but this was my first time at Kualoa Ranch. I've always wanted to go, and I finally made it happen this time. I'm so glad I went! I wonder why I didn't come sooner? At the private beach, I relaxed in a hammock, and on the cruise, I even got to see turtles. The location tour was fun, and it was a valuable experience to see the U.S. military bunkers. It was a packed and enjoyable day from early morning until nearly evening.
ハワイ渡航歴はかなりありますが クアロア牧場へは今回が初めてでした。
いつも行きたいと思いつつ、今回やっと実現しました。
行ってよかったです!なんでもっと早く来なかったんだろう?
プライベートビーチではハンモックでのんびり、クルーズでは亀にも会えました。
ロケ地巡りも楽しく、米軍の防空壕を見ることができたのも貴重な体験でした。
早朝から夕方近くまで盛りだくさんで楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/14 |
Reviewed by: yoshi
The weather was nice, the sea was beautiful, and I really enjoyed my first snorkeling experience. Also, the hamburger eaten on the water was exceptional and very delicious.
天気もよく、海もきれいで、初シュノーケリングもとても楽しめました。
また、海の上で食べるハンバーガーは格別でとても美味しかったです。
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/28 |
Reviewed by: katsumi
I have participated in other tours, but this tour was very relaxing and I think it would be enjoyable for families as well. It was a tour that makes you want to go again. I recommend it!
他のツアーに参加した事がありますが、今回のツアーはとてもゆったりとしていて家族で行っても楽しめると思います。また行きたくなるツアーでした。お薦めです!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Suzanne and Ginger
Guides went far beyond average to show us a special time. Excellent instruction
Thanks guys, sorry for the late reply. Come again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Shuhei Nishioka
I didn't reach a speed that could be called a sprint, but I was very satisfied.
We run deep into Kualoa Ranch, crossing a small stream along the way, climbing slopes, and navigating bumpy paths made of stones.
Additionally, we stop at filming locations, allowing us to fully enjoy Kualoa Ranch.
疾走というほどのスピードは出ませんが、大変満足でした。
クアロアランチの奥まで走るのですが、途中で小川を渡り、斜面を登り、石でガタガタの道を走ります。
また、ロケ地にも停まって撮影させてくれるので、クアロアランチを満喫できます。
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| Packages: | 四輪バギー2時間コース(1名乗り) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/13 |
Reviewed by: ハワイサイコー
I'm not a fan of thrill rides, but I decided to join the 150m attraction at my husband's request for our honeymoon memories. The view was amazing, and I had a lot of fun!
The pickup vehicle was supposed to be a colorful car as stated on the reservation, but in reality, it was just a plain blue car, making it hard to identify unless you actively look for it.
If you let them know you're Japanese, you can get the consent form in Japanese. Also, one of the passengers got seasick and vomited, so taking motion sickness medication is a must.
絶叫系アトラクションは苦手ですが、新婚旅行の思い出にと旦那さんのリクエストで思い切って150mに参加。景色も最高で非常に楽しかったです!
ピックアップの車は、カラフルなロゴの入った車と予約票には明記されていますが、実際はただの青い車で自分からアピールしないとわかりにくいです。
車内で記入する同意書は、日本人だと伝えると日本語版が貰えます。
また、同乗した方は船酔いして吐いていましたので、酔い止め必須です。
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| Packages: | 高さ150メートル エキストリームライド! |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/22 |
Reviewed by: はなぶ~
This is my second time participating. Three years ago, when I joined, we had to carry the surfboards from the shop to the beach ourselves, which was quite heavy and challenging. However, it has improved, and now we only need to transport them from the car parked by the beach to the water's edge! This is much easier.
I signed up for a group lesson, but since there were only two of us that day, it turned into a semi-private lesson, which was lucky. The timing was perfect, and I was able to stand up properly from the first try! The instructor spoke mostly English, but once we were out in the water, we only needed to use commands like "paddle" and "stand," so it wasn't a problem if you didn't speak English. Occasionally, they checked on us in a mix of Japanese, asking things like "Are you tired?" (laughs).
The group doing stand-up paddleboarding at the same time also let us surf towards the end. All the staff were friendly, and I had a great time participating again.
2度目の参加です。3年前に参加した時はサーフボードをショップからビーチまで自分たちで運ばなければならず結構重くて大変だったのですが、改善されてビーチサイドに止めた車から波打ち際まで運ぶだけで良くなっていました!これは楽チン。
グループレッスンを申し込みましたがこの日は二人だけだったので、セミプライベートになりラッキー。タイミング良く波に乗せてくれるので、1回目からちゃんと立つことができました!
担当してくれた方はほとんど英語ですが、沖に出てしまえば「漕いで」「立って」くらいしか使わないので英語が出来なくても問題ないです。時々日本語まじりで「ツカレタ?」などと気遣ってくれました(笑)
同じ時間にスタンドアップパドルをしていたグループも最後の方にはパドルを置いてサーフィンをさせてくれていましたよ。スタッフは皆フレンドリーで今回も楽しく参加できました。
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| Packages: | グループレッスン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/01 |
Reviewed by: kanako
We participated as a family of four, but everyone except me (the mother) was skilled at snorkeling and swimming, so they had no problems enjoying it. However, I was filled with anxiety because I was scared of the water and the waves. The sea water during this season was cold, which only added to my anxiety. Since I don't usually exercise, I ended up having a small panic attack from that mental state, with cramps and water getting into my snorkel. (laughs)
But Fumio, our Japanese female guide, noticed my situation and held my hand while swimming, which helped me calm down and enjoy swimming as if I had never panicked at all. I think I would have given up halfway if it weren't for her.
I'm really glad I made a reservation this time.
Of course! Of course! We were able to see sea turtles too! I would like to ask for your help again when I go to Hawaii. Thank you very much.
家族4人での参加でしたが私(母)以外はシュノーケル得意・泳ぎ得意で問題なく楽しめたのですが私は水が怖く波が怖く不安でいっぱいでした。この時期の海の水は冷たくてさらに不安でいっぱいになってしまいました。普段から運動していない私はそんな精神状態から足がつったりシュノーケルに水が入ってきたりで小パニックを起こしてしまいました。(苦笑)
でも、そのことに気が付いてくれたフミオさん(日本人女性ガイドさん)が私の手をずっとつかんで泳いでくださり、あんなにパニックになっていたのがウソのように落着き楽しく泳ぐことができました。
彼女がいなければ途中でギブアップしてしまっていたと思います。
今回、予約をしていき本当に良かったと思いました。
もちろん!もちろん!ウミガメも見つけられましたよ~
またハワイへ行くときはお願いしたいと思いました。ありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/21 |
Reviewed by: アルパカ
I participated with my mother.
Among the many tours available, I chose this one because it offered a simple itinerary focused on the sandbar and snorkeling, along with two key points: "Japanese-speaking guide" and "BBQ lunch included."
Once we boarded the bus heading to Kaneohe Bay from the meeting point, the guide was a foreigner who knew a few words of Japanese (not fluent). The atmosphere on the bus was extremely high-energy, filled with American jokes, but only the English-speaking passengers were laughing. Many of the Japanese passengers, who made up 80% of the bus, felt left out... (sigh). I was worried that this person with broken Japanese was the "Japanese-speaking guide," but I felt relieved to find another Japanese staff member on the boat.
The Japanese-speaking female guide was energetic and great at engaging the group; she was very funny and kind! Her explanations were very clear, and as someone who lacks confidence in English, I was glad I chose a Japanese staff member. The other staff members were all locals, and although their Japanese was limited, they were friendly and kind. I was able to enjoy the experience comfortably throughout.
The sandbar we aimed for had water up to about my knees, but it was beautifully clear, and while some people were swimming, others were playing beach volleyball. I think everyone was able to enjoy themselves thoroughly. We were blessed with good weather, and we had plenty of time to relax on the sandbar. Although it was a large tour with two boats, we didn't feel crowded with other tours, and we were able to take beautiful photos!
Lunch was a BBQ on the boat! I didn't have high expectations since it was an option, but it turned out to be hearty and delicious! Freshly grilled hamburgers with a wonderful view! A pleasant breeze! The staff even sang while playing the guitar... it was truly the best moment! After that, we moved to see sea turtles together and even spotted a rare giant manta ray, which made us feel special when they said, "Today is your lucky day!"
The snorkeling point was filled with lots of fish, and I was thrilled to see colorful tropical fish right in front of me. My mother, who is over 60, was initially scared of snorkeling and planned to stay on the boat, but I took her to the water, and although she was scared and almost in tears, a staff member guided her with a floating stick, allowing her to swim comfortably throughout. She was able to see many beautiful fish up close, and I think it became a great memory for her. I appreciate the kind assistance, as I imagine guiding her underwater must have been tiring.
At the snorkeling point, we were lucky enough to swim close to a sea turtle, which became a very memorable experience. Like the sandbar, this was also a private spot just for our tour participants, so we could enjoy it without being crowded. I think we had about 45 minutes to an hour of snorkeling time. We thoroughly enjoyed our time in the water! After getting out of the sea, it was great to receive a warm drink to warm up my chilled body.
The only disappointing part was... when we boarded the bus for the return trip, there were somehow too many people, and there were no seats available. There were even empty seats on the way there, so why were there more people on the return trip? Were they not checking names properly before boarding? This remains a mystery... I was terrified thinking that we could have almost been left behind because the bus was full! This was a moment that made me realize the lack of organization compared to Japanese tours. I ended up feeling disappointed at the very end. (★-1) I also felt uneasy when the staff only took attendance in the morning and then left in the vehicle without saying anything... (after a while, a large bus arrived). Given that the tour itself exceeded my expectations, the handling during the meeting and the bus rides detracted from the quality of the tour.
I felt that the prices of tours have risen signific
母と2人で参加しました。
数あるツアーの中で、サンドバーとシュノーケリングに特化したシンプルなツアー内容であること、そして「日本語ガイド」「BBQランチ付き」の2点がポイントでこちらに申し込みました。
集合場所からカネオヘ湾へ向かうバスに乗り込むと、バス内でガイドしてくださる方はガチガチの外国人の方で、一言二言日本語を知っている(≠話せる)レベル。
バス内は超高いテンションで終始アメリカンジョークがさく裂していましたが、笑っているのは英語圏の方のみ。車中80%を占める日本人の多くは置いてけぼり状態‥(苦笑)
まさか、このカタコトの方が「日本語ガイド」??と焦りましたが、船には別の日本人スタッフの方がいてひと安心。
日本語ガイドの女性はテンション高く盛り上げ上手で、とーっても面白くていい方でした!
説明も大変わかりやすく、英語に自信がない私はやっぱり日本語スタッフを選択して正解でした。
その方以外の他のスタッフは皆 現地の方々でしたが、日本語はカタコトなものの、フレンドリーで優しくていい方ばかり。終始楽しく、安心して参加することが出来ました。
お目当てのサンドバーは膝下くらいの水位でしたが、底まで透き通って大変美しく、泳ぐ方もいればビーチバレーをする方々もいて、参加者各々が十分に楽しめたと思います。
お天気にも恵まれ、サンドバー上陸の時間も十分にとってくださり、マッタリと過ごすことが出来ました。
船2隻での大所帯ツアーでしたが、他のツアーの方と一緒になって混雑するようなこともなく、美しい写真もバッチリ撮れます!
昼食は船内でBBQランチ!オプションだからと期待していませんでしたが、これがまたボリューミーで美味しかった!
たった今焼いたばかりの出来立てハンバーガーに素晴らしい景色!気持ちいい風!スタッフの方がギター片手に歌まで披露してくれて‥まさに最高のひと時!
その後、移動して皆でウミガメを見たり、珍しい巨大マンタも目撃することができ「今日はラッキーだよ!」と言ってもらえて特別感もありました!
シュノーケリングポイントは本当にお魚がい~っぱいいる場所で、目の前にカラフルな熱帯魚がたくさんいて感激でした。
60歳オーバーの母は、シュノーケリングを怖がって船内に残るつもりでいましたが、せっかくだから!と半ば強引に海に連れて行き、怖くて泣きそうになっていたところ、スタッフの方が棒状の浮きを持ってずーっと誘導してくださり、終始安心して泳ぐことができたようです。
美しいお魚も近くでたくさん見られたようで、母にとってもいい思い出になったと思います。
海中での誘導は疲れたと思います。親切な対応に大変感謝します!
シュノーケリングポイントではウミガメも出没!幸運にも近くで一緒に泳ぐこともでき、とても心に残る経験になりました。
サンドバー同様、ここも同じツアー参加者だけの貸し切りスポットだったため、人で溢れかえるようなこともなく悠々と楽しむことができました。
シュノーケリングの時間は45分~1時間ほどあったように思います。十分すぎるくらいに海の中を満喫し、心底楽しめました!
海から上がって冷えた身体に、すかさず温かいドリンクをいただけたのは「わかってるなぁ!」という感じでした。
ひとつだけ残念だったのは‥‥
帰りのバスに乗り込むと、なぜか定員オーバーで座る席が無かったこと。
行きの車内では空席もあったくらいなのに、なぜ帰りの便は席が足りないほど人が増えているのでしょうか?
ちゃんと名前を確認して乗車させていないんでしょうか?こればかりは謎でしかありません‥
満席だから出発!と、危うく現地に置き去りにされる可能性もあったかとお思うと、恐ろしくてなりません。
こればかりは、日本のツアーとは違う杜撰な部分が出たな‥と痛感した場面でした。
最後の最後に残念な思いをしてしまいました。(★-1)
朝の集合時も、点呼だけして何も告げずに車でどこかに行ってしまうスタッフの方に不安を感じました‥(しばらくして大型バスが到着)
ツアーの内容自体が期待以上だっただけに、集合時と行き帰りのバスでの対応が、ツアーの質を落としている感は否めません。
どのツアー会社も、以前に比べツアー自体の価格が高騰して数十ドル値上がっている印象を受けましたが、今回は大変満足したツアーでしたので、この内容だったらまたぜひ参加したいなと思いました。
他社に比べてクチコミのポイントが高いのも納得できるいいツアーです!
安心してご参加をオススメできます。
お天気や気候、サンドバーの状態は運任せだけど、楽しめるツアー内容であることは間違いないですよ!
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are also pleased to hear that you enjoyed the food and the view from the restaurant.
We apologize for not being able to provide the transportation service to and from the tour according to your expectations, which may have caused you some concern. Based on your valuable feedback, we will work with the tour operator to ensure we can provide a more satisfactory service in the future.
Thank you very much for taking the time to share your thoughts with us.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
また、料理やレストランからの景色にご満足いただけたようで嬉しく思います。
行きと帰りの送迎につきましては、ご希望にそったサービスが提供されておらず、ご不安なお気持ちにさせてしまいましたことお詫び申し上げます。
お客様からの貴重な体験談を元に、催行会社と共に、更にご満足いただけるサービスを提供出来るよう努めてまいります。
お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/28 |
Reviewed by: rina
I participated in the Heavenly Ocean Tour in Hawaii for the first time! My friends also said it was really great to join this tour. The ocean was stunningly beautiful! No doubt about it! Additionally, the guide was kind and friendly, making it a very enjoyable day. The people were warm, and since it was my first time seeing such a beautiful ocean, it became the best memory. When I go to Hawaii again, I would like to join this tour! Thank you!
初めてハワイで天国の海ツアーに参加しました!友人もみんなこのツアーにきて本当に良かったと言っていました。素晴らしく海は綺麗です!間違いないです!そして、ガイドの方も親切で、尚且つフレンドリーに接してくださりとても楽しい1日になりました。人も暖かく、海も私はこんな綺麗な海初めてみたので、最高の思い出になりました。またハワイに行く際は、このツアーに参加したいです。ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/01 |
Reviewed by: にしお
The highlight of my trip to Hawaii was the sandbar at Kaneohe Bay! The boat had both local and Japanese crew members, and both were very accommodating. In particular, the Japanese crew member, Yukiko, was very friendly, chatting with all the participants and taking photos, which made for even more enjoyable memories!
The weather was great that day, and the sandbar was absolutely beautiful! At the sandbar, we enjoyed an hour of free time where we could practice snorkeling, take photos, and play beach volleyball with the crew and other participants.
After returning to the boat, we had hamburgers for lunch. The captain grilled the meat himself, and snacks and vegetables were self-serve. Soft drinks were unlimited, and the crew would refill them anytime if you asked at the counter on the boat.
Actually, my meat hadn’t been grilled yet, and I was told to wait a bit for a fresh one, but since they felt bad for making me wait, I ended up getting two pieces of meat (laughs), and they also grilled some cheese and bread for me! I really appreciated this kind of thoughtfulness.
After lunch, we watched sea turtles and manta rays from the boat. I heard that sea turtles are there every day, but we were lucky to see many manta rays that day, which was very moving!
From 1:00 PM, we went snorkeling near the coral reef! We snorkeled for about an hour around a very large coral reef, watching the fish. I wasn’t able to swim with the sea turtles, but it seemed that others were able to, and it appears that there are lucky moments when you can swim with them!
Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I would love to participate again!
ハワイ旅行で一番の楽しみだった、カネオヘ湾のサンドバー!
ボートには現地の人と日本人のクルーが両方乗っており、どちらもとても対応が良かったです。
特に日本人クルー、ユキコさんは参加者皆に気さくに話し掛けていたり写真も撮ってくれたり、すごく陽気な方でより楽しい思い出ができました!
この日は天気がよく、サンドバーがとっても綺麗でした!!サンドバーでは、この後にあるシュノーケリングの練習ができたり、写真を撮ったりクルー達もツアー参加者も混じってビーチバレーをやっていたりと、各自で1時間のフリータイムを楽しんでいました。
ボートに戻ったら昼食のハンバーガー。お肉は船長自ら焼いてくれて、スナックや野菜は自分でお皿に取る方式でした。あと、ソフトドリンクは飲み放題で、ボートの中のカウンター?でクルーに声を掛ければいつでも注いでくれました。
実は私の分のお肉が焼かれていなくて新しく焼くから少し待ってと言われたのですが、待たせてしまったからと言ってお肉は2枚頂き(笑)、チーズやパンも少し焼いてくれました!こういう気づかいもして頂いて嬉しかったです^_^
昼食が終わって、ボートからウミガメとマンタをウォッチングしました。
ウミガメは毎日いるそうなのですが、この日は運良くマンタも沢山見れてとても感動しました!
13:00からは、サンゴ礁の近くでシュノーケリング!とても大きなサンゴ礁の周りを、魚たちを見ながら1時間ほどシュノーケリングしました。私はウミガメと一緒に泳げなかったのですが、他の方は泳げていたみたいで、運よく一緒にウミガメと泳げる事もあるみたいです!
総合的に、とても素晴らしい体験でまた参加したいなと思いました!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/01 |
Reviewed by: Leah
The ship and crew are lovely and we saw a pod of 3 whales come up 3 times, but it felt too brief. We were in one location the whole time and before you knew it we were heading back. Maybe thats what all whale watching tours are like. If there was a longer option I'd do that next time.
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| Packages: | Morning Cruise with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Bernie Powers
This was a great ride. Couldn't have asked for anything better. Our pilot was wonderful and did a very good job of explaining everything during the trip. Would love to do it again some day.
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| Packages: | Doors Off Flight [50 mins] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/27 |
Reviewed by: マサカズ
This time, unfortunately, I couldn't encounter any whales, but I was surprised by the differences in the plan's content. Despite paying a bit more for a tour that was supposed to have Japanese guidance, there was only an English explanation. Additionally, even though iced tea was listed as a beverage, it wasn't available, and I was told that while there was Japanese tea, it would be at an extra charge. I almost want a refund because, in a way, it was a memorable tour.
今回、残念ながらホエールには遭遇出来なかったんですが、それよりプランの内容に違いがありビックリしました。少し高いお金を払い日本語案内があるものを選んだにも関わらず英語オンリーの解説しかなくしかも飲み物にアイスティーが記載されているにも関わらず用意がなく日本茶なら有料だがあるとの返答。料金を返金してもらいたいぐらいある意味心に残るツアーでした。
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| Packages: | <午後プラン>ランチビュッフェ付き |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/24 |
Reviewed by: kan
There was no land visible above the water surface as often seen in photos, but the white color of the knee-deep water spread throughout the blue sea. The tones of white, blue, and emerald green were very beautiful. After lunch, during snorkeling, I was able to see a large sea turtle up close that I felt I could ride, making it an exhilarating tour.
写真でよく見る、水面上の陸地はありませんでしたが、ひざ上位の水深の白い色が、青い海のなかに広がっていました。
白、青、エメラルドグリーンのトーンが、とても綺麗でした。
ランチのあとのシュノーケリングでは、自分が乗れそうな大きな海ガメを、間近に見ることができ、大興奮のツアーでした。
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Gabby
A great activity for all. Captain Mark is very knowledgeable and the staff are very friendly. I've done this tour twice and would recommend to anyone. It's amazing seeing dolphins so close in the wild.
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| Packages: | Dolphin Snorkel Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/26 |
Reviewed by: Jan B
Great buffet lunch, accommodating service staff and siting a number of whales - what could be better?
I highly recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/25 |
Reviewed by: しましまお
I initially planned to take The Bus to Kailua Beach, but since I needed to transfer along the way and there were limited buses, I ended up signing up for a tour. We had been to the town before, so this time we chose this plan to relax at the beach.
The shuttle bus arrived at the hotel on time, and since it was Sunday, the roads were clear, so we quickly arrived in Kailua. There were three staff members who spoke fluent Japanese, which made us feel very comfortable. Additionally, the lockers and changing rooms were conveniently located inside the office (in the area where the famous shave ice place, Island Snow, is located). By the way, there were also changing rooms and restrooms at the beach, but they weren't very clean as the locks were broken and the water didn't flow properly.
We borrowed snorkeling sets, mats, boogie boards, and life jackets from the office and set off. It was about a five-minute walk to the beach. Honestly, I thought I wouldn't be able to spend four hours just at the beach, but I lost track of time and was able to relax because of the stunning beauty of the ocean. For lunch, we could choose from pizza, barbecue (closed on Sundays), or sandwiches (from the town?), and we went with pizza. Each slice was very large and delicious, and we were more than satisfied. It seems that if you bring a cup, you can refill soft drinks for free.
After leaving the beach, I took a shower and changed. The shower was outside and very basic, using a pull-string to turn on the water (for saving purposes, they said). Also, the changing room was just a space divided by curtains, and since we had to place our bags on the floor, it would have been nice to have some simple shelves.
On the way back, I fell into a deep sleep and returned to the hotel very comfortably. I think this is a convenient and good plan for those visiting the beach for the first time.
カイルアビーチには最初ザ・バスで移動するつもりでしたが、途中で乗り換える必要があったり、本数が少なかったりするようなので、結局ツアーに申し込むことにしました。私たちはタウンの方には以前行ったことがあるので、今回はビーチでのんびりしたくてこちらのプランを選択しました。
当日の送迎バスはホテルに時間通りに来てくれて、さらに日曜日ということもあり道路もすいていたため、あっという間にカイルアに到着しました。現地では日本語ぺらぺらのスタッフが3名で対応してくださり、とても安心できました。またロッカーや更衣室も事務所内(シェイブアイスが有名なアイランドスノーがある一角)にあり便利でした。ちなみにビーチにも更衣室やお手洗いがありましたが、鍵がこわれていたり、水が流れなかったりしてあまりきれいではなかったです。
事務所でシュノーケルセット・ゴザ・ブギーボード・ライフジャケットなどを借りて出発です。ビーチまでは歩いて5分ほどでした。行く前は正直ビーチだけで4時間も過ごせるかと思っていましたが、海のあまりの美しさに時間を忘れてゆっくりできました。お昼はピザ、バーベキュー(日曜は休み)、サンドイッチ(タウンの方?)から選べて、私たちはピザにしました。1ピースがとても大きくておいしいし、十分満足できました。ソフトドリンクはカップを持っていけばおかわり自由だそうです。
ビーチから引き上げたあと、シャワーを浴びて着替えました。シャワーは外にあって、紐をひっぱって水を出す形式でとても簡易的なものでした。(節約のためとのことです)また、更衣室はカーテンで区切られただけの空間で、床にバッグを置かなければならないので、簡単な棚などがあるとよかったかなと思います。
帰りの車内では熟睡して、とても楽にホテルに戻ってこれました。初めてビーチに行く方には手軽でよいプランではないでしょうか。
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| Packages: | ☆会員限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/24 |
Reviewed by: しげのり
I was able to make good use of the time from 9:00 to 15:00.
The beauty of the sandbar and the fun of snorkeling were, of course, wonderful, and the cheerful and articulate staff on the cruiser kept the atmosphere lively throughout. There were customers with small children, and I thought it was really lovely to see the couple enjoying snorkeling while the staff kept the kids entertained.
During snorkeling, I even got to see sea turtles underwater, which was amazing!! ヽ(´∀`*)ノ
9:00~15:00の時間を有意義に使えました。
サンドバーの美しさやシュノーケリングの楽しさはもちろん、クルーザーの上でも愉快で滑舌のよいスタッフの方が始終盛り上げてくれていました。
小さなお子様連れのお客様がいらしたのですが、ご夫婦がシュノーケリングを楽しめるよう子供をずっと楽し気にあやしている姿を見たときに非常に素敵だなと思いました。
シュノーケリングでは海中のウミガメまでみれて、最高でした!!ヽ(´∀`*)ノ
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/26 |
Reviewed by: Otukisama
My daughter has always dreamed of swimming with dolphins, and although it was a bit pricey, I'm really glad we participated because she was so happy‼︎
Not only did we get to interact with dolphins, but we also had the chance to meet seals and many birds, making it a wonderful experience☆
The timing was just right too^_^
娘がイルカと一緒に泳ぐのが夢で、ちょっと高くて迷いましたが、娘がとても喜んでいたので、参加して本当に良かったです‼︎
イルカだけでなく、アシカやたくさんの鳥たちとも触れ合うことが出来て、とてもいい経験になりました☆
時間もちょうどよかったです^_^
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!ドルフィンスイム・アドベンチャー(~2019年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Otukisama
There are many attractions like slides, an athletic course, a wave pool, and a lazy river, and my sixth-grade daughter and third-grade son really enjoyed themselves!
The shuttle service timing was just right! I definitely want to go again!
たくさんの滑り台やアスレチック、波のでるプール、流れるプールなど、たくさんのアトラクションがあり、6年生の娘と3年生の息子もとても楽しんでいました^_^
送迎の時間もちょうど良かったです!
ぜひまた、行きたいです☆
Thank you for visiting Wet n Wild Hawaii. We look forward to your next visit.
ウエットアンドワイルド ハワイにお越し頂きりがとうございました。
又のお越しをお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 1日券 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/09 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好きっこ
The breakfast was decent, but I was very moved to see the whales. There were many announcements in English on the ship, but everyone moved in the direction of the whales, so I didn't have any particular difficulties.
朝食はそれなりですが、くじらを見られてとても感動しました。
船内の案内は英語が多いですが、くじらのいる方向にみなさん動くので、特に不自由ありませんでした
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to see the whales. Please do come back and visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
Reservations Department
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
くじらをご覧いただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非また遊びにいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
予約課
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/08 |
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Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to see a mother and baby whale. All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私どものクルーズにご参加いただき、誠に有難うございます。
鯨の親子をご覧いただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
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