Reviewed by: たのっち
I participated in Dolphin University. Since it was the second trip (meeting at 9 AM), I didn't have to wake up early, and I was in great shape, but the atmosphere on the boat was more intense than I expected (laughs).
Even in August, it can get really cold on the boat, so please bring extra bath towels. A hoodie is a must.
Once you spot a dolphin, you need to jump into the sea immediately and swim hard, or the dolphins will swim away. You'll be kicking with your fins until your legs are sore.
If you're not a strong swimmer, it might be tough unless you train in a pool in Japan first.
My 9-year-old son ran out of energy during his second attempt out of three and rested on the boat for the third try.
On the second trip, there was no lunch on the boat, and we only received a Whopper Jr. from Burger King on the way back. It's delicious, though.
イルカ大学、参加してきました。2便(9時集合)だったので早朝から起きることもなく、体調も万全でしたが、船上は予想以上にスパルタです(笑)。
8月でも船上はホントにガタガタするくらい寒いので、バスタオルは多めに持っていってください。パーカー必須です。
イルカを見つけたら即海へ飛び込み、ガチで泳がないとイルカが遠くへ行ってしまうので、足がパンパンになるまでフィンキックします。
泳ぎの苦手な方は日本のプールでトレーニングしてからじゃないとハードかも。
9歳の息子は3回のトライのうち2回目で体力が尽き、3回目は船上で休んでました。
2便は船上ランチはなく、帰りのバスでバーガーキングのワッパージュニアを配られるだけです。美味しいけどね。
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/06 |
Reviewed by: ムース
I participated with three children. They said the wave pool and slides were incredibly fun. It was just a transportation-only tour, but it was sufficient.
子供3人と参加。波のプールとスライダー最高に楽しかったそうです。
送迎のみのツアーでしたが、十分でした。
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/05 |
Reviewed by: サケイ
You definitely should go to this pool! I was recommended to visit and had a great time. The slides were fun and I didn't have to wait in long lines to enjoy them!
I upgraded to an all-you-can-drink soft drink option on-site, but there was a long line, and it was a struggle to get even one drink. I think I didn't really need the all-you-can-drink option.
このプール絶対行った方がいいよ!っておすすめされて行きました。スライダーはどれもそんなに並ぶことなく滑れて楽しめました!
現地でアップグレードしてソフトドリンク飲み放題を付けましたが、長蛇の列で飲み放題を1杯もらうにも一苦労。飲み放題は要らなかったなと思っています。
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/05 |
Reviewed by: ゆかちむ
The activities were amazing!
The jet ski was thrilling and so much fun!
I gave my all in the following activities too!
アクティビティが最高!
水上バイクがガンガンに飛ばして最高やった!
後のアクティビティも全力でやりきった!
Aloha!!
Yukachim-san,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University this time.
Also, thank you for your wonderful words.
Please come visit us again when you come to Hawaii to meet the dolphins.
I look forward to the day we can meet again.
Mahalo!!
Aloha!!
ゆかちむさん
この度はイルカ大学にご参加ありがとうございました。
並びに素敵なお言葉ありがとうございました。
是非またハワイに来られる際は、イルカに会いに遊びに来てくださいね。
また会える日を楽しみにしています。
Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 11:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/05 |
Reviewed by: 日本人
It was truly amazing. We searched for dolphins from the boat, and as soon as we spotted them, we put on our snorkels and dove into the sea! Underwater, there was a large group of dolphins, creating a magical world! After playing a bit with the dolphins, we moved on to the next snorkeling spot… this time, there were three sea turtles! Swimming with the sea turtles was the best moment! Despite a hurricane approaching that day, the visibility was outstanding, and I don't think the conditions could have been better. While the presence of wildlife and sea conditions depend on luck, I feel like we used up all our luck this time because it was just incredible!! In the end, we all did a hula dance together, and it was so much fun! I want to participate again with my family next time.
本当に凄かったです。船上からイルカを探してイルカを発見したらすぐにシュノーケルをつけて海にダイブ!
海の中ではイルカの大群がいて幻想的な世界でした!
イルカの大群の中で少し遊んでからは次のシュノーケルポイントへ…今度はウミガメが3匹も居ました!
ウミガメとも一緒に泳げて最高の一時でした!
当日はハリケーンが来てるという中透明度もバツグンでこれ以上のコンディションは無いのじゃかいかな?というぐらい良かったです。
自然の生き物と海のコンディションは運次第だけど、今回は全ての運を使い果たしたのじゃないかな?というぐらい最高でした!!
最後はフラダンスもみんなでして楽しかったです!
今度は家族と参加したいです。
Aloha!!
Dear Japanese guests,
Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin University.
We are all delighted that you had a wonderful experience.
We will continue to work hard to make our tours even better, so please do come again with your family next time.
We look forward to seeing you again.
Mahalo!
Aloha!!
日本人様
この度はイルカ大学にご参加有難うございました。
素敵な経験をしていただけて従業員一同嬉しく思います。
さらに良いツアーにしていけるようがんばりますので、是非次はご家族でいらしてください。
また会える日を楽しみにしています。
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Sali
In the morning, a dedicated bus came to pick us up near the hotel. From there, we traveled by boat to the location where the dolphins were. During the first two attempts, we couldn't see any dolphins, and I was worried about whether we would get to see them, but we were able to see them swimming underwater!
Due to lack of sleep and fatigue, along with the low water temperature, I ended up feeling seasick towards the end, but I’m glad I had this valuable experience.
I think it would be better to prepare some motion sickness medication if possible.
朝は専用バスがホテル近くまで迎えに来てくれました。
そこから船でイルカのいる場所まで移動。最初の二回はイルカは見えず、会えるかどうか不安でしたが無事に水中を泳ぐ姿が見れました!
寝不足と疲労、それから水温が低かった為に最後の方は船酔いしてしまいましたが、貴重な体験ができて良かったです。
酔い止めは出来れば用意した方が良いと思います。
Thank you for your message. I'm glad you were able to see dolphins. Please come visit us again when you're in Hawaii. Some people may experience seasickness due to jet lag, so if possible, I recommend joining the dolphin tour on the second day or later.
書き込みありがとうございます。イルカが見れてよかったです。またハワイにお越しの際は、遊びに来てください。時差ボケで船酔いする方もいらっしゃいますので、ドルフィンツアーへのご参加は、もしできましたら、2日目以降をおすすめします。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/03 |
Reviewed by: TyunTyun
I think there is little time to play on-site. Arriving at 10:30, then applying for a locker and changing until 11:00, followed by a 30-minute meal, and preparing to leave by 14:30 means the actual playtime is about 3 hours. I felt like I didn't really get to enjoy myself much.
Choosing the lunch option was the right decision. If we had purchased food on-site, we would have had to wait in line, which would have reduced our playtime by another hour.
The water slides also had a bit of a wait, so if you want to slide a lot, you need to plan efficiently to feel satisfied. The BBQ lunch buffet had only six items, but the taste was good.
They mentioned unlimited soft drinks, but I ended up not drinking any since I didn't wait in line for lunch. I also wasn't sure which deck chairs I could use. They said they would give us park souvenirs, but looking back, I realize I didn't receive anything.
Honestly, I don't think I'll be going back next time.
とくかく現地での遊ぶ時間が少ないと思います。
現地到着10時半、そのあとロッカー申し込んで着替えて11時、その後食事を30分ですませてでまた遊んで14時半には帰りの準備となると、実質の遊び時間は3時間程度。あまり遊んだ気がしなかったと思います。
ランチ付きにしたのは正解でした。別途現地で購入すると行列に並ぶので更に1時間遊ぶ時間が減るところでした。
ウォータースライダーも少々並ぶので、たくさん滑りたいならかなり効率を考えないと満足度が得られないかなとおもいます。
BBQランチのビュッフェで、品数は6品と少ないですが、味は良かったです。
ソフトドリンク飲み放題とのことですが、結局ランチの列に並ぶはずもなく一回も飲みませんでした。デッキチェアーもどれを使っていいのか分からずで。パーク記念品もくれるとありましたが今思えばもらってません。
正直次回は無いなと思ってます。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】BBQランチ食べ放題付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/01 |
Reviewed by: 家族連れ
I participated in the 11:00 departure plan. Previously, I joined an early morning departure plan where there were many dolphins, but this time I felt there were fewer and more scattered.
Also, I participated with my 10-year-old and 7-year-old children. To see the dolphins, it's quite important to jump into the sea from the boat quickly, but since I had to take care of the kids, I didn't have much time to look under the water. In the end, I only saw the shadows of dolphins a little way off.
The Japanese female guide and the crew on the boat were all fun people, so I was very satisfied with that.
If I were to make a recommendation, it would be: 1) Participate in the earliest tour possible, and 2) Join with adults or older children only.
If you want to show small children the dolphins, I think a dolphin watching tour from the boat without snorkeling would be more enjoyable than a plan that includes snorkeling.
11:00出航プランに参加しました。以前は早朝出航のプランに参加し、イルカがたくさんいましたが、今回はまばらで数が少なかった気がします。
また、今回10歳と7歳の子供連れで参加しました。イルカを見るためには、スピード勝負で、船から真っ先に海に飛びこむことが結構大切ですが、子供のケアをしなければならないので、海の下を覗いている余裕があまりありませんでした。結局、少しだけ遠くにイルカの魚影が影のように見えただけでした。
ガイドしてくれた日本人の女性や、船のクルーはみんな楽しい人たちばかりなので、そこは非常に満足しています。
おすすめするとすれば、①極力朝一のツアーに参加すること、②大人または大きな子供だけで参加すること、です。
もし、小さな子供にイルカを見せてあげたい!という方は、イルカとシュノーケリングするプランではなく、シュノーケリングはせずに、船の上からイルカウォッチングするツアーの方が、楽しめると思います。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We apologize that there weren't many dolphins on the two trips you attended. However, we are glad to hear that you were satisfied with our staff's service. We hope that if you have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again, you will come join us for another tour. Thank you, MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! ご参加いただいたお日にちの2便にはあまりイルカがいなかったとのことで、申し訳ございません。ですが、弊社スタッフのサービスにはご満足いただけたとの声をお聞きでき良かったです。また是非、ハワイにいらっしゃる機会がございましたらツアーへ遊びにお越しいただければと思います。 ありがとうございました、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/31 |
Reviewed by: ちっぴー
This was our family's fourth trip to Hawaii. We wanted to visit West Oahu, which we hadn't been to before, so we decided to join this tour. On the day of the tour, we were lucky to have just our family, and we were able to talk a lot with our guide, Akima. He shared various tips, such as the delicious food court places at Ala Moana (Lahaina Chicken, Blue Water Shrimp) and recommended buying grass-fed meat at Whole Foods if we wanted to cook for ourselves. We later visited those places and bought the meat, which was really cheap and delicious! Personally, I found it much tastier than Wolfgang's. The tour took us to West Oahu, which isn't often featured in guidebooks, and I believe it's a power spot. Akima's stories about the myths were fascinating and mystical, and just listening to them was very healing for me.
The highlight was snorkeling. At first, the water was murky and visibility was poor, but as we swam further, the water cleared up, and we could see colorful tropical fish. To our surprise, we encountered three sea turtles! We were able to swim alongside them. Akima, our underwater photographer, took pictures of us with the sea turtles and later emailed them to us. My middle school son, who has snorkeled in places like the Great Barrier Reef, Guam, Saipan, and Phuket, said, "This was the best ever! I want to go again!" Thank you, Akima, for the wonderful memories! We look forward to the next time!
今回家族で4回目のハワイ。まだ行ったことのない西オアフに行きたいと思って参加しました。ツアー当日は運良くうちの家族だけで、ガイドのあきまさんともたくさんお話しでき、おいしいアラモアナのフードコートのお店(ラハナチキン、ブルーウォーターシュリンプ)や自炊するならホールフーズでグラスフェッド(牧草だけを食べて育った牛)のお肉を買うといいなど、ツアー以外のことも色々教えて頂き、後日実際お店に行ったり、お肉も買いましたが、本当に安くておいしかったです‼︎(お肉は個人的にはウルフギャン◯よりもずっとおいしい☆)ツアーもガイドブックにはあまり紹介されていない西オアフ、パワースポットであるからだとも思いますが、あきまさんがして下さる神話の話がおもしろく、神秘的で私は見ているだけでとても癒されました。
クライマックスのシュノーケリング、入ってすぐは濁っていて視界が悪かったのですが、泳ぎ進めていくうちに視界もクリアになり、色とりどりの熱帯魚が見れ、さらにはなんと3匹の海亀に遭遇‼︎一緒に泳ぐことができました。水中カメラマンのあきまさんには海亀との写真をいつの間にか撮って頂き、後日メールで送って頂きました。グレートバリアリーフ、グアム、サイパン、プーケットなどの海でもシュノーケリングをしたことがある中学生の息子が「今までで一番良かった‼︎また行きたい‼︎」と言っていました。あきまさん、素敵な思い出をありがとうございます‼︎次回もまたよろしくお願いします☆
Thank you for the review.
The meat was definitely much better than what you would get at a mediocre restaurant, right? The ingredients here are really good. Even the rice tastes great when cooked properly.
You might be praising my son a bit too much, but I’m really happy to hear that. However, please let him know that I would be even happier if you could tell me (the guide) directly next time!
Are you coming back next year?! The year after?! We look forward to seeing you!
Aloha,
Akima
レビューありがとうございます。
お肉、下手なお店で食べるよりずっとおいしかったでしょ~w 素材はいいのあるんですよ、ここ。お米だってちゃんと炊けばおいしいし。
息子さん褒めすぎですが、そういっていただいてすごく嬉しいです。でも今度はガイド(私)に直接言っていただけるとなお嬉しいとお伝えくださいw
また来年?! 再来年?!お待ちしております!
アロハ
あきま
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| Packages: | 5月16日~9月30日<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/31 |
Reviewed by: アロハ
It was a wonderful plan where one child could join for free when participating with three family members, and it included transportation. The park opened at 10:30, and the return bus was at 15:00, so the stay felt a bit short. Since the closing time is much later, I wish we could stay a little longer.
家族3人で参加すると子供1人分が無料で、しかも送迎付きとの嬉しいプランでした。10時半開園で帰りのバスは15時だった為、滞在時間が少し物足りない感じでした。閉園時間はずっと遅いので、もう少し長く滞在出来ればいいのに、と思います。
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/27 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
We did the Paridise Cove Luau and had an amazing time. We enjoyed the food and the show. It was great meeting new people
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/22 |
Reviewed by: ハネムーンでした
We used this service for our honeymoon. The small boat was packed with about 40 adults and around 5 instructors. No matter how much profit is at stake, that was terrible. I am a diver, and even on boats of similar size, the limit is 10 people.
There was hardly any space to sit, and of course, there were beginners in snorkeling, so when we spotted dolphins, everyone was flailing around in the water, and the dolphins quickly disappeared. It was handled in a way that made it feel like just being lucky to see them once! Therefore, I do not recommend this company for those hoping for a leisurely dolphin swim.
The camera fees were also exorbitant, with still images costing $60 and both still images and videos costing $100, which is shocking. Additionally, although it was optional, there was also a charge for the wetsuit. There was only one photographer for 40 people. When I checked the photos after returning home, despite paying a high price, I only had about 20 photos of myself. I am not satisfied with this.
I believe that if they reduced the capacity to around 20 people and added another photographer, the tour would be much better. I hope for improvements.
I was truly happy to see wild dolphins, even just once. For my next trip to Hawaii, I plan to use a different tour company.
Thank you.
今回ハネムーンで利用しました。
小さな船に大人40人とインストラクター約5人がぎゅうぎゅう詰めでした。
いくら利益の為とはいえ、あれはひどいです。私はダイバーですが、ダイビングでは同じような大きさの船でも10人が限度です。
座るところを探してもないぐらいの押込み具合で、もちろんシュノーケリング初めての方もいらっしゃいますので、イルカを見つけると、海上でバタバタし、イルカもすぐにいなくなりました。一目見れただけでラッキーだね!という捌き方なので、ゆっくりドルフィンスイムを希望の方にはこちらの会社はオススメ致しません。
カメラ撮影も高額で、静止画で60ドル、静止画&動画は100ドルと驚きの価格です。その上任意ですが、ウェットスーツ代も取られます。
カメラマンは40人に対して、1人だけです。帰国後に写真を確認すると、高額を支払ったにもかかわらず、やはり自身の写真は20枚前後です。これには納得がいきません。
定員数を20人程にし、カメラマンをもう一人増やせば、もっとよりよいツアーになると思います。改善されることを希望致します。
野生のイルカを一目でも見ることが出来たのは本当に嬉しかったです。次回のハワイ観光では他のツアー会社を利用しようと思います。
ありがとうございました。
Thank you for your candid feedback. We conduct tours on a boat that accommodates 40 guests, and I sincerely apologize for any discomfort you experienced. I would like to share this review internally for future improvements. I am sorry we could not meet your expectations.
率直な書き込みありがとうございました。お客様の定員が40名様用のボートでツアーを行っておりますが、狭い思いをさせてしまったようで、大変申し訳ありませんでした。今後のために、こちらのレビューを社内でシェアさせていただきたいと思います。ご希望に添えず、申し訳ありませんでした。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/08 |
Reviewed by: toshiki
I joined from Waikiki by bus. The hotel pickup in the morning takes a surprisingly long time because the driver attaches wristbands to each person individually. Food and drinks are not allowed on site, so if you bring them, you have to throw them away. It's a facility that is quite satisfactory for elementary school kids to enjoy the slides!
Waikikiからバスで参加しました。朝のホテルピックアップで運転手さんが一人一人にリストバンドを取り付けるので意外と時間がかかります。現地は食べ物、飲み物の持込み禁止なので、持っていくと捨てなければいけません。
小学生ぐらいがスライダーで遊ぶには十分満足の施設です!
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/24 |
Reviewed by: H.Family
Since summer vacation had just started, it was just our family of four. We visited places that are hard to reach with individual or large tours, and ended with snorkeling. The snorkeling spot had calm waves, and our elementary school-aged sons seemed to relax and enjoy themselves very much. We were thrilled to see turtles, many types of fish, and even caught a glimpse of a manta ray later on! Akima's stories were enjoyable, and we definitely want to request him as our guide again next year!
夏休みが始まったばかりだったので、私たち家族4人だけでした。個人や大手のツアーではなかなか行けないような所を周って、最後はシュノーケルでした。シュノーケルの場所は波も穏やかで、小学生の息子達もとてもリラックスして楽しめたようです。亀やたくさんの種類の魚や後半ちらっとマンタも見ることができ、大興奮でした!アキマさんのお話も楽しくて、ぜひぜひ来年もガイドをお願いしたいです!
Thank you for the prompt review.
I'm glad to hear that your sons enjoyed it as well. It was truly lucky to see the manta ray—I've felt like they've been appearing every week for the past few weeks, but it's still a super rare sight. I look forward to sharing more new information about Hawaii with you next year!
Aloha!
Akima
早速のレビューありがとうございます。
息子さんたちにも喜んでいただけたようでよかったです。マンタは本当にラッキーでしたね~、ここ数週間毎週出ている気がしますが超レアものです。また新しいハワイ情報もお話しできるかと思いますので来年またお待ちしておりますね!
アロハ!
あきま
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| Packages: | 5月16日~9月30日<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/24 |
Reviewed by: 家族友人と
There were many corners where we could experience things for free, and the children had a great time going up on stage to try hula. When we were on the canoe, the older brother who paddled for us sang a lot of songs from Moana, and the children seemed to have a lot of fun and made wonderful memories.
無料で体験できるコーナーもたくさんあり、
子供たちは、ステージに上がってフラ体験をしたり大満喫してました
カヌーにのったときは、漕いでくれたお兄さんが、モアナの歌をたくさん歌ってくれ、子供たちは、とてもたのしく、思い出になったようです
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| Packages: | デラックスプラン(前方または後方ボックス席/テーブルサービスの食事) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/27 |
Reviewed by: くみにゃん
I was very anxious about participating with my 4-year-old child who can't swim, but the staff said, "I'll take good care of you, so you just enjoy yourself," which I was really grateful for. They held my daughter securely both in the water and on the boat, and she seemed to feel safe.
The other people were also friendly and would check in on us, creating an easy-going atmosphere where it was comfortable to ask questions.
And we encountered dolphins! At a distance of about two meters! We came across a group of about eight, and two of them swam alongside me. They looked directly into my eyes, and I looked back at them… it was an unexpected moment of eye contact! It may have been a very brief time, but it felt like we were together for a long time in the blue sea, and I will never forget that memory. It was an event that made me realize that even in middle age, there are still things that can move me so deeply.
We also met a sea turtle. It was swimming leisurely and had an impressive presence.
I recommend renting a wetsuit. The first boat departs at 7:30 AM, and the wind after getting out of the water can be quite cold. My husband, who has a bit more body fat, didn’t seem cold at all, but my child and I felt chilly even in wetsuits. Also, I recommend bringing motion sickness medication. The prestigious Dolphin University uses a double-hulled boat, so it doesn't rock much, but it's a good precaution just in case you start to feel unwell.
4歳の泳げない子どもを連れての参加でしたので、非常に不安でしたが、スタッフの方が「私がちゃんとケアするから、あなたはしっかり楽しんで」と言ってくださり、本当にありがたかったです。
実際、娘を海の中でも船の上でもしっかりと抱きかかえてくれて、娘も安心していたようです。
他の方々も、ことあるごとに声をかけてくださるし、何かあれば聞きやすいフレンドリーな雰囲気です。
そしてイルカ、出会えましたよ! しかも2メートルくらいの至近距離で! 8頭くらいの群れと出会ったのですが、うち2頭が私と並行に泳いでくれたんです。そして私の目をじっと見て、私も彼らの目を見て…まさかのアイコンタクト! それはとても短い時間だったのでしょうが、音が一瞬聞こえなくなり、青い海のなかでとても長い間一緒にいたような気がしました。一生忘れられない思い出です。中年になっても、こんなに感動できることがまだあったのかと思うくらいの出来事でした。
ウミガメ先生にも出会えましたよ。ゆったりと泳いでらして、すごい貫禄でした。
ウェットスーツのレンタルはおススメです。第1便だと7時半出港ですから、水から上がったあとの風はかなり冷たいです。肉付きのよい夫は全然寒くなかったようですが、私と子どもはウェットスーツを着ていても寒かったです。
それから、酔い止めのお薬の持参をおススメします。名門イルカ大学は双頭船なのでさほど揺れませんが、気分が悪くなってはもったいないので念のためのお守りです。
Thank you for participating in the tour.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed it.
We look forward to your participation next time.
Iruka Office
ツアーご参加いただきありがとうございます。
楽しんでいただけたとのことで大変うれしく思います。
ぜひ次回もご参加お待ちしております。
Iruka Office
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/25 |
Reviewed by: mai
I participated with my son. Since we used it a few days before summer vacation, my son, who is 10 years old, was the only child, but both adults and children enjoyed it.
It's quite a physically demanding tour, but it's fine for kids. Even those who can't swim were able to enjoy it with the support of the staff. I was thrilled to swim with dolphins on my third attempt. The place where we first dove was astonishingly beautiful, and that alone was moving. I also got to swim with sea turtles, and we had a lot of fun with sea kayaking, slides, and stand-up paddleboarding.
My son also had a great time playing with the staff. The hamburgers were excellent.
There were a few people who got seasick, so it's essential to take motion sickness medication if you participate. Even though my son and I usually don't get seasick, we took it just in case, and I think that was the right decision.
I purchased photos for $65 on a USB. If you download them, it's $60. There are about 500 photos from the entire tour that day.
息子と2人で参加しました。夏休みの数日前に利用したためか、子どもは10才のうちの息子のみでしたが、大人も子どもも楽しめました。
けっこう体力がいるツアーですが、子どもでも大丈夫。泳げない方もスタッフの方のフォローで楽しんでました。3回目のチャレンジでイルカと泳げて感激しました。始めにダイブした場所は海が驚くほどキレイで、それだけでも感動。海亀とも泳げて、シーカヤックやスライダー、サップもできてホントに楽しかったです。
息子もスタッフの方に沢山遊んでもらって良かったです。ハンバーガーも絶品でした。
船酔いでダウンの方も数名いらっしゃったので、参加の際は酔い止めは必須です。普段は酔わない私達親子も念のため飲んで行きましたが、正解だったと思います。
写真は65ドルでUSBを購入しました。ダウンロードだと60ドルです。その日のツアー全体の写真が500枚くらいになります。
Thank you for participating in the tour!
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed it.
We look forward to your participation next time.
Irukka Office
ツアーご参加いただきありがとうございます!
楽しんでいただけたとのことで大変うれしく思います。
ぜひ次回もご参加お待ちしております。
Irukka Office
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/18 |
Reviewed by: K&R
The sixth-grade boy was very satisfied. As others have mentioned, I didn't have high expectations for the BBQ. I thought we would be grilling and eating raw meat, which would have been disappointing. However, the meat (beef and chicken) was delicious.
On the day of our visit, it seemed like there were about 200 to 300 local elementary school students on a field trip, so the wait times were long. We couldn't go on all the slides, but the kids were very happy.
We had a nearly private lesson for bodyboarding in the wave pool, but since the waves weren't as high as those in the ocean, I think experienced boarders might find it lacking. However, the kids were thrilled.
We couldn't take advantage of the free Wi-Fi because we booked just a few days before our departure date. I recommend making reservations early.
小学生6年4年の男の子は大満足。
他の方も記載あるようにBBQは期待してませんでした。実際に生の肉を焼いて食べるのだと思ったらガッカリされると思います。しかし美味しいお肉(牛肉、鶏肉)でした。
当日は遠足らしく地元の小学生が200~300人程の団体できてましたので並ぶ時間は長かったです。
全部のスライダーは行けませんでしたが子供達は大満足でした。
ボディーボードにレッスンはほぼ貸し切り状態になっての波のプールでボディーボードをしましたが実際に海でやるような高い波ではないので一回でもされている経験者からしたら物足りないと思いますが子供達は大喜びでした。
無料特典のWi-Fiは予約した日が出発日の数日前だった為に受けられませんでした。予約するのは早めにすることをお勧めします。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き】BBQランチ食べ放題付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/25 |
Reviewed by: Shigeru
We participated with my wife and our three daughters, who are in fifth grade, third grade, and kindergarten. Initially, we considered an all-inclusive plan, but since the price was almost 1.5 times higher and we had a larger group, we opted for a plan that only included transportation and park admission. The food and drinks inside the park are indeed more expensive compared to outside, but the portions are large enough that one item can serve two children. One large drink is also sufficient for our family of five. I believe the all-inclusive option is unnecessary unless you're part of a university sports team group. Both the kids and I had a great time in the park. From what I observed, it seemed that the kids enjoyed this much more than swimming at the beach.
小5、小3、年長の娘3人、妻と私の5名で参加でした。最初にフル込みのプランと悩みましたが、価格がほぼ1.5倍なのと人数が多いため送迎とパーク入園のみのプランにしました。パーク内の飲食は、外と比べると確かに高めですが分量が多いため一つで子供2人分はいけました。飲み物もラージサイズ一つで家族五人分はいけるのでこちらも一個で十分です。フル込みは、大学の運動部のグループでなければ、不要だと思いました。パーク内で子供もわたしもすごく楽しめました。見てると、子供にとってはビーチで泳ぐよりは、こちらの方が楽しそうでした。
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/24 |
Reviewed by: ちびたろう
It's expensive, but I signed up for a plan that includes transportation. There are pizzas and hamburgers available on-site for about $10. I had those, and they were sufficient. There are a lot of slides, and I rode them all! It was so much fun!
I noticed that while some slides were empty just a moment ago, they suddenly had long lines, while others that were crowded earlier became available. I think it's a good idea to ride the ones that are less crowded. The big slide has both four-person and two-person floats, and I believe the green one is for two people.
If you just stand in line, everyone is waiting for the yellow four-person float, so two-person groups can get the green float by skipping ahead a bit. This way, your turn will come up quickly. There was no guidance, so I ended up standing in line.
It was great because I could play without it being too crowded! The showers are cold water. Please be careful as the lockers are small.
高いですが、送迎付きのプランで申し込み。
現地で10ドルくらいでピザやハンバーガーあります。
それ食べました。十分です。
スライダーがたくさんあって乗りまくりました!楽しすぎました!
スライダーはさっきまで空いてたのに急にすごい並んでると思いきや、さっきまで混んでた方が空いてたりするので、うまくすいてるやつから乗るといいと思います。
デカスラは、四人用と二人用の浮き輪があって、確か緑が二人用。
普通に並んでると四人用の黄色の浮き輪をみんな並んでるので二人組は緑色の浮き輪を横抜かし的な形でもらって行くことになります。
そーするとすぐ順番来ますよ。
なんの案内もないので、列に並んじゃってました。
混みすぎずにあそびまわれるので、最高でした!シャワーは水です。
ロッカーは小さいので気をつけてください。
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/21 |
Reviewed by: みほひな
On July 12, I participated with my 6th-grade daughter. The pickup was smooth, and since we arrived early, we waited about 20 minutes at the entrance. Waiting in the blazing summer sun without any shade was quite tough. After checking our bags, we entered. We were allowed to bring one unopened plastic bottle per person.
We used a smaller locker. I had heard that only cards could be used, but it turned out that cash was accepted for $13. I had a waterproof cover for my phone hanging around my neck, along with a card and about $50 in cash, so I might not have needed to rent a locker for just a towel and a change of clothes. There were plenty of chairs, so everyone left their belongings and went off to play.
Since we only had a plan for pickup and entrance fees, we bought a hamburger and fries set for about $10 for lunch. I wasn't expecting much, but it was really delicious! It was around 12:30, and we didn't have to wait long to buy it.
The attractions require you to carry your own float and climb quite a steep slope and stairs to slide down, which is pretty tiring, but it was a lot of fun and something you can't find in Japan. It was bustling with local kids during summer vacation.
The stairs and slopes were hot on bare feet, but beach sandals tended to slip off when sliding down, so marine shoes might have been a better choice.
7月12日小学6年生の娘と2人で参加。ピックアップはスムーズで、早めに着いたので入り口で20分くらい待ちました。真夏の太陽の下日陰もなく並んで待つのはかなり辛かったです。カバンの中身チェックの後入場。無開封のペットボトル1人1本なら持込OKです。
ロッカーは小さい方を使用。カードしか使えないと聞いていたのですが13ドル現金使用でした。私は携帯の防水カバーを首から下げてカード1枚と現金を50ドルほど入れていたのでタオルと着替えだけならロッカー借りなくても良かったかも。椅子がたくさんあるのでみんな荷物置いて遊びに行っていました。
ピックアップと入場料のみのプランだったのでランチは10ドルくらいのハンバーガーとポテトのセットを購入。期待していなかったけどとても美味しかったです^_^12時半くらいでしたがそんなに待たずに買えました。
アトラクションは自分で浮き輪を抱えてかなりの坂道と階段を上がって滑り降りる仕組みになっているのでかなり疲れますが日本にはない
アトラクションでとても楽しかったです♪
夏休みで地元の子供達で賑わってました。
裸足だと階段や坂道あがるのに熱いですがビーチサンダルは滑り降りるときに脱げてしまうのでマリンシューズだとよかったかも。
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| Packages: | 1日券 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/12 |
Reviewed by: werduffy
Overall great experience
Food was great and the dancers were fantastic!!
the pre-show activities were great and the sunset pics were gorgeous too
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/19 |
Reviewed by: ike
The weather was great, and the waves were calm, so as soon as we set sail, we encountered a large pod of dolphins! It was amazing to see dolphins coming from both directions! After that, we went snorkeling at a sea turtle spot, where we saw about four or five sea turtles, and our guide took some wonderful photos for us! The hamburger we had at the end was really delicious. The guides were all cheerful, and it was a very enjoyable and fulfilling tour!
お天気も良く、波も少ない日で、出航してすぐ沢山のイルカの群れに会えました!あっちからもこっちからもイルカがきて感動しました!その後ウミガメのスポットでシュノーケリング、ウミガメも4、5匹いて、ガイドさんが素敵な写真を撮ってくれました!最後に食べたハンバーガーはとっても美味しかったです。ガイドさん達はみんな明るく、とても楽しくて、充実したツアーでした!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something you can't easily do in Japan. How lucky to have met so many of Professor Turtle!
When you come to Oahu, we also have tours for Dolphin High School and Manta University, so we look forward to seeing you again.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Moe
この度はイルカ大学ツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
日本では中々経験出来ない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
カメ大教授にもたくさん出会えたなんてラッキー!
オアフ島にお越しの際はイルカ高校・マンタ大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Moe
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/19 |
Reviewed by: アリスとテレス
I visited in early December. Although it was a bit chilly, there were very few customers due to the season, so I could ride any slider as much as I wanted. It wouldn't have been like this during the peak season. There are also rides with height restrictions, so please be mindful of that.
12月上旬の利用です。
少々肌寒さはあるものの、季節柄お客さんが極めて少なく、
どのスライダーも乗り放題。オンシーズンだったらこうは
行かなかったでしょう。身長制限がある乗り物もあるので、
それだけ気をつけて下さい。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定キャンペーン】1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/07 |
Reviewed by: Villota family
All the time we have been pied as guys cuz we have a wonderful time myself and my family beautiful view beautiful food wonderful food wonderful show
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/21 |
Reviewed by: ひーくん
The feedback from users was very helpful. I hope more tours will be added in the future. I will apply again next time!
利用者の声がとても参考になりました。今後、他のツアーも増えてくればいいですね。次回もこちらから申し込みます!
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| Packages: | 【家族キャンペーン】送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/18 |
Reviewed by: 4人ファミリー
I'm glad I was able to see the dolphins, but I felt that the time spent on other activities (like the staff's performance) was a bit wasted compared to the time swimming with the dolphins. I think it would have been better to visit a few more spots to increase the time spent swimming with the dolphins.
イルカは見ることができて良かったのですが、イルカと泳げた時間に対して、それ以外(スタッフさんのパフォーマンス等)の時間が勿体なかったかな?何ヵ所かポイントを回ってイルカと泳ぐ時間を増やす方が良かったと思います。
Thank you for your comment. Regarding the time spent swimming with the dolphins, we determine the duration with consideration for the dolphins' well-being. We completely understand your feelings, but Dolphin & You is an eco-friendly tour that respects nature, so we appreciate your understanding.
コメントありがとうございます。イルカと泳ぐ時間についてですが、イルカへの負担を考えて泳ぐ時間を決めております。お気持ちはすごくわかりますが、ドルフィン&ユーはエコフレンドリーツアーでもあり、自然への敬意を払ってツアーを行っておりますので、ご了承いただけると幸いです。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/19 |
Reviewed by: Tobi
It was an awesome experience. The crew was very friendly and nice. The bus was nice and new and comfortable. I however did get a little sea sick so I would recommend taking motion sickness pills to help. Also I would bring a towel
Aloha Tobi,
Mahalo for your 5-Star review! Thank you for taking the time to share your experience. Motion sickness medication is a great recommendation, especially if it is something a guest is prone to. We offer PSI bands for sale on every tour for those who forget, as well. We are glad you enjoyed the crew and were comfortable on the bus. Please come again some day, and consider joining us for our other And You Creations tours! Aloha!
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| Packages: | Morning Cruise - Buy One & Get One 50% Off! |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/20 |
Reviewed by: mmm
It might require quite a bit of stamina. I think it would be tough if you're not used to exercising. However, I forget my fatigue and desperately chase after the dolphins. The tiredness hits me later (laughs). I was a bit distant from the dolphins, but it was an emotional experience.
結構体力が必要かも?普段から運動していないときついと思います。だけど、疲れていることを忘れ必死にイルカを追っかけますので。あとで疲れが来ます(笑)
イルカとはある程度距離がありましたが、感動しました。
Thank you for your message. Ocean activities can be physically demanding, so we recommend doing some exercise before participating in the tour. Additionally, depending on the dolphins' situation, you may have the opportunity to observe them at a leisurely pace. Since conditions vary daily, we appreciate your understanding.
書き込みありがとうございます。海のアクティビティーは体力も使いますので、ツアーご参加前には、少し運動しておくことをお勧めします。またイルカの状況により、ゆったりとみられる場合もあります。毎日状況が違いますので、ご了承いただけると嬉しいです。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/12 |
Reviewed by: gohira
I was worried about not being able to see any dolphins, but I ended up seeing a lot of them. I was so absorbed in dolphin watching that before I knew it, my husband and I had separated while watching. It was also fun dancing on the boat!
イルカに会えなかったら?と不安もありましたが、たくさんのイルカに会えました
イルカ鑑賞に夢中で、気付けば夫婦バラバラになって見てました。笑
船の上でのダンスも楽しくて良かったです
Thank you for your happy comment. Please come and visit us again!
嬉しい書き込みありがとうございます。是非また遊びに来てください。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/07/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/11 |
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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! This time of year is the dolphin birthing season, and some dolphins may be swimming faster, so the tour might have been a bit challenging. I hope your whole family enjoyed it! If you have the opportunity, we would love for you to come back and visit again. Thank you, MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! この時期はイルカの出産シーズンで一部のイルカの泳ぎが速くなっていることもあり、ツアーは少しハードだったかと思います。ご家族皆様、お楽しみいただけましたでしょうか? また機会がございましたら皆様で遊びにお越しいただければと思います。ありがとうございました、MAHALO!!