All Reviews for Ko Olina & West Coast

During my first snorkeling experience, I almost had a mini panic at first. However, with the help of the staff, I was able to safely meet the dolphins. It was truly wonderful. There was also a baby dolphin, and it was so cute. I also got to see a honu (sea turtle). My daughter is saying that she definitely wants to participate again the next time we go to Hawaii.

初シュノーケルで海に入って最初はプチパニックになりそうでしたが。スタッフの方に手助けしていただき、無事にイルカに会うことができました。本当に素敵でした。赤ちゃんイルカもいて本当にかわいかった。ホヌにも会えました。娘は次回ハワイに行った時はまた絶対に参加したいと言っています。

The arrangements were smooth as well. The pick-up and drop-off after arrival were also seamless, making it a great value and very convenient. I will definitely use this service again next time.

手配までもスムーズです。到着後もスムーズに送迎してもらえるので料金もお得で大変便利でした。次回もまた利用させて頂きます。

We were blessed with many dolphins! They swam around us in circles. I missed seeing the manta ray, but some people were able to see sea turtles.

We had a packed schedule with snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, jumping off the boat, and even learning hula dancing! It was a fantastic time, and not only did we enjoy the ocean activities, but the staff were all truly wonderful, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The bus ride there with the energetic lessons really boosted our spirits and was the best.

I apologize for the delay in sharing my experience. I look forward to visiting again when I go to Honolulu!

たくさんんのイルカ達に恵まれました♪私たちの周りをくるくると泳いでくれたり♪
マンタに、私は見逃しましたがウミガメも見れた方もいたとか＾＾
シュノーケリングや、スタンドアップパドルにカヌー、船から飛び込んだり、フラダンスを教えてもらったりと、終始盛りだくさん！
海遊びを満喫させて頂けたのももちろん、スタッフの方が皆本当に素敵でそれもあって楽しさ倍増でした☆
行きのバスからのマシンガン授業も気分を高めて頂き最高でした。

最後に体験談の書き込みが遅くなり申し訳ありませんした。
また、ホノルルへ行く際にはお邪魔しますので、よろしくお願いいたします＾＾

I was able to experience a uniqueness that I can't find in Japan. The shuttle service arrived on time, allowing me to enjoy myself without worry. It became a wonderful memory.

日本にはない面白さを感じることができました。送迎も時間通りに来ていただき、安心して遊ぶことができました。いい思い出となりました。

I participated in the Dolphin University on April 16th.

In a word, it was a dream-like experience.

We departed early in the morning before sunrise. We were greeted by the energetic Julie, and headed to the harbor on the west coast where the boat would depart. On the bus, Julie provided lively and enjoyable explanations, sharing stories about dolphins and important notes that got our adrenaline pumping even before we arrived.

We were told that there was a high probability of seeing dolphins, but since it was nature, I had some concerns.

However, shortly after the boat set off, we encountered a pod of dolphins. The staff worked together tirelessly to ensure we could see the dolphins.

Dozens of dolphins slowly passed right beneath us, and it was so moving that it is still etched in my memory.

After that, we moved to a point where we could see turtles. The visibility that day was excellent, and we could see all the way to the bottom, so we were able to spot the turtles quickly. We were able to see both a large turtle and a small turtle, which was truly satisfying.

After seeing the turtles, we had free time in the ocean. We enjoyed various activities like jumping off the boat, snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. After lunch, we all danced the hula together, bringing the tour to a close.

I am truly grateful to all the staff who kept us entertained until the end. If I have the opportunity to participate again, I hope to go see the dolphins with this same crew.

It was the best time. Thank you very much.

4月16日のイルカ大学に参加させていただきました。

一言で言えば、夢のような時間でした。

朝、日が昇らない時間から出発。
元気が良いジュリーさんに迎えられ、ボートが出発する西海岸の港へと向かいます。
バスの中ではジュリーさんの威勢のいい楽しい説明があり、イルカの話や注意事項など到着する前からアドレナリンを放出させられます。

ほとんどの確率でイルカには会えるとのことでしたが、自然相手なので多少の心配もありました。

しかし、ボートが出発してすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇。
スタッフの皆さんも一丸となって私たちにイルカを見せてくれようと必死になって頑張ってくました。

何十頭ものイルカが私たちの真下をゆっくりと通りすぎ、とても感動的で今でも目に焼き付いています。

その後、カメの見られるポイントへ移動。
その日は透明度も良く、底までしっかりと見えたので、カメもすぐに見つけられることできました。
大きいカメと小さいカメの二匹を見ることができ、本当に満足のいく内容でした。

カメを見た後は、そのまま海で自由時間。
ボートから飛び込んだり、シュノーケリング、カヤック、サップと各々海でのアクティビティーを楽しんだ私たちは、昼食後皆でフラを踊り、ツアーの幕が下りました。

最後まで楽しませてくれたスタッフの皆さんには本当に感謝しています。
また参加する機会があれば、同じこのクルーと一緒にイルカを見に行けたらいいなと思いました。

最高の時間でした。ありがとうございました。

I always participate in this tour when I go to Hawaii!!
Even though it's a short half-day OP tour, it mainly features dolphin swimming, hula experiences, a burger lunch on the boat, and surprises, making it 120% satisfying!!!
I will definitely join again when I go to Hawaii!!!

ハワイに行くと必ずこのツアーに参加します！！
半日というショートなOPツアーながらドルフィンスイムをメインに
フラ体験や船上でのバーガーランチ＆サプライズなどなど120％満足する内容です！！！
またハワイに行ったときは必ず参加します！！！！！

We participated as a group of 11 from 4 families. We joined a tour that included lunch and drinks, and it was a great decision not to have to carry cash. It was nice to enjoy lunch at a table with a roof, taking our time.

The water park was a hit with the kids, from elementary school to college, who had a blast playing. There are changing rooms available, so it's no problem to change into swimsuits on-site.

I had previously gone by rental car, but taking the shuttle bus for pick-up and drop-off is definitely more convenient! I recommend this for those who want to have an exciting time!

4家族11人で参加しました。
ランチ、ドリンク付きのツアーに参加しましたが、お金を持ち歩くことをしなくていいので、正解でした。ランチは屋根のあるテーブルでゆっくり食べれてよかったです。
ウォーターパークは、小学生〜大学生までの子供たちは大喜びでたくさん遊びました。
水着は着替える更衣室はあるので、現地で着替えるのは問題ないです。
以前、レンタカーで行ったことあるのですが、行き帰り送り迎えのバスはやはり楽でいいですね！
エキサイティングに遊びたい方には、おすすめです！

The bus rides to and from were very comfortable.
The entrance right after opening was good!
I was disappointed that the slide I wanted to ride the most was out of operation.
It was also unfortunate that I couldn't use the spa.
The barbecue and private bodyboarding made the kids very happy, which was great.

行き帰りのバスはとても快適。
オープンすぐの入場もGood！
一番乗りたかったスライダーが運転停止になってて残念。
スパも入れず残念。
バーベキューと貸切のボディボードには子供達も大喜びで良かったです

We participated with two adults and three children. The park is large and offers a variety of experiences, so be careful as you might run out of time. During lunch, there are often long lines at the food stalls, so it's better to manage your time wisely!

大人2人子供3人で参加しました。
パーク内は広く色々な体験ができます、その為に以外に時間が足りなくなるので注意です。
昼などは売店等かなり並びますので上手く時間を使った方が良いです！

It's a theme park with various slides, but the quality of each is somewhat rough and falls short compared to those in Japanese pools. For some reason, they were operating in a sequence, and it was often the case that the attractions I wanted to ride were not in operation. There was often no information about when they would reopen, which was confusing. The operating hours were from 10:30 to 15:30, and even then, I found myself with too much free time. Overall, it was quite empty. The prices are not much different from Disneyland, so this might be a bit disappointing. However, I think kids would really enjoy it! The food court meals were surprisingly authentic.

スライダーが色々あるテーマパークだが、どれも大雑把な出来で、日本のプールにあるものより少しクオリティが落ちる。
なぜか順番に運転しており、目当てのものが運行していないことが多発していた。何時に来れば再開するのかも書いてないことが多く戸惑った。
10:30〜15:30の営業時間だったかそれでも暇を持て余した。
全体的に空いてます。ディズニーランドと大差ない価格でこれはイマイチかも。でもお子さんと行くならかなり喜ばれるかと思います！
フードコートの食事は意外と本格的でした。

On our honeymoon, both of us were visiting Hawaii for the first time and learned about Wet 'n' Wild. It seems the meeting place for the tour had changed, and we weren't aware of it, but the bus driver kindly came to pick us up at the original meeting spot. Then we set off.

The driver only spoke English, but I thought it was very considerate that they provided audio guides in English, Japanese, and (probably) Chinese.

And we arrived! Since we usually go to Nagashima Spa Land, it didn't feel very large, but the intensity of each attraction definitely felt like something you'd find overseas. The slides had almost a 90-degree drop, which was quite thrilling! The wave pool was 220 meters deep at its deepest point, and the waves were really strong.

It was so much fun! The drinks were mostly carbonated, which felt very American, but the food portions were just right, and everything was really delicious.

ハネムーンで、2人とも初めてのハワイいろいろ調べていてウェットアンドワイルドを知りました。
当日ツアーの集合場所が変更されていたらしく、そのことを知らなかったですが元の集合場所までわざわざバスの運転手さんが迎えに来てくれました。そして出発
運転手さんは英語しか話せない人でしたが、英語、日本語、(おそらく)中国語？の音声ガイドを流してくれてすごく丁寧だなと思いました。
そして到着！普段ナガシマスパーランドに行っているのであまり広くは感じませんでしたが、一つ一つのアトラクションの迫力がやはり海外だなと思いましたスライダーでほぼ90度の角度になって落ちたり笑
波のプールは1番深いところで220mとか笑 しかもすごく波が強い笑
めちゃめちゃたのしかったです

ドリンクは ほぼ炭酸でアメリカンだなと思いましたが、フードのサイズはちょうどよく味もすごく美味しかったです

It was a honeymoon trip to Hawaii, but until we joined this tour, my husband wasn't very comfortable with Hawaii. He hadn't participated in any tours voluntarily and the food didn't quite suit him, so he didn't have a very enjoyable impression of Hawaii leading up to this tour. However, during this tour, we got on a boat, swam in the ocean surrounded by dolphins, and even swam with sea turtles, which are hard to encounter even in Okinawa, Japan. He was very excited and enjoyed it, and seeing him like that made me feel relieved and happy.

Additionally, throughout the tour, a photographer accompanied us and took photos that we couldn't have captured ourselves. Although it was an extra charge, we decided to purchase them, and they became a page in our wonderful memory album. My husband has a lot of snorkeling experience in Okinawa, but he mentioned that it's rare to find a company like this one that allows you to swim for such a long time.

Not only did we swim with dolphins and sea turtles, but the boat also moved to different spots where we could swim with fish. They even had canoes available if we wanted, which showed great consideration.

On the boat, there were services provided at intervals, such as pineapple, juice, snacks, lunch burgers, and even dancing, which made it more than just a sea activity and kept the guests entertained. The crew, led by the organizer Yuriko, along with the young boys, were all kind and pleasant, making for a very enjoyable day. This was the best memory of our time in Hawaii. Thank you very much.

ハネムーンでのハワイ旅行でしたが、このツアーに参加するまでは旦那さんがあまりハワイに馴染めなく、というのも食事が少し合わなかったり、自発的に参加するツアーにまだ参加していなかったので、ハワイに対してあまり楽しい印象がないまま今回のこちらのツアー日を迎えました。けれどこのツアーで船に乗り、イルカに囲まれて海を泳ぎ、また日本では沖縄であってもなかなか遭遇できないウミガメとも一緒に泳ぐことができ、とても興奮し、楽しんでいました。その姿を見て私もほっとするとともにうれしい気持ちになりました。
またこのツアーではずっとカメラマンさんが付き添って下さり、自分たちでは取れないような写真を撮影してくれました。有料にはなりますが、私たちはぜひにと思い購入させていただき、良き思い出のアルバムの1ページとなりました。旦那さんは沖縄でのシュノーケリング経験が多くあるのですが、こちらの催行会社のように、長い時間たっぷりと泳がせてくれるところは少ないと言っていました。
またイルカやウミガメだけでなく、その後もポイントを変えて、魚とも一緒に泳げるスポットまで船を移動して下さり、希望すればカヌー等も用意があり、配慮が行き届いていたと思います。
船上でもパイナップル、ジュース、スナック、ランチのハンバーガー、船上でのダンスなど、時間を置いて少しずつサービス提供があり、ただ海のアクティビティだけをするということではない、ゲストを飽きさせない工夫が凝らされていたと思います。
乗組員の方もまとめ役のユリコさんを筆頭に、若い男の子たちもみなさん親切で感じがよく、とても気持ちの良い一日を過ごすことができました。ハワイでの一番の思い出です。どうもありがとうございました。

I actually intended to purchase Costco coupon tickets, but I forgot my membership card in Japan. I searched for activities in Hawaii on Veltra and made a purchase. It was a place that could only be accessed by car or bus, but since my accommodation was in Ko Olina, taking a taxi seemed more economical, so I opted for a regular ticket without transportation. There were plenty of activities, and I had a great time, but I had to wait about 30 minutes to buy lunch. Looking back, I think I could have skipped eating. The floaties were free, though. I wonder why?

ホントはコストコクーポンチケットを購入するつもりが、会員証を日本に忘れ、ハワイでベルトラ検索し、購入しました。車、もしくはバスでしか行けないところでしたが、宿がコオリナでしたので、タクシーのほうがお得そうなので、送迎なしのノーマルチケットです。アクティビティは豊富で、楽しかったですが、昼ごはんを、購入するのに、30分くらい並びました。今思えば、無理に食べなくても良かったかなと。浮き輪などは、無料でした。なぜだろう？

We were blessed with great weather on the day of our trip, and we encountered many dolphins right after setting sail! I was also very satisfied to see a turtle. While snorkeling, those who wished could also experience sea kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding, so it's recommended for those who want to try a little bit of marine sports without having to sign up specifically for them. A photographer accompanied us, so we could purchase photo data, allowing us to capture memories even without a waterproof camera. It was a very enjoyable time in a friendly atmosphere!

当日はお天気にも恵まれ、
出航してすぐにたくさんのイルカに出会えました！
ホヌにも会えて大満足♡
シュノーケルをしながら、
希望者はシーカヤックやSAPも体験できるので、
わざわざマリンスポーツとして申し込みをしなくても、ちょっとした体験をしてみたい方にもオススメです。
カメラマンさんが同行しているので、写真のデータも購入出来、防水カメラを持っていなくても、思い出が残せます。
和気あいあいとした雰囲気で、とても楽しい時間でした✩

This is a place I always visit when I come to Hawaii. The appeal is that you can ride the slides without having to wait in line like you do in Japan. When I visited after a long time, I found that the locker system had changed. It had switched to a system where you specify the locker number and make a payment through a machine. I couldn't operate it well and gave up for a moment. To my surprise, the credit payment had already gone through, and I received a paper for the completed locker operation from a family that was next in line. If it weren't for their kindness, I would have only made the payment. On the way back, I also struggled to press the button to end the locker usage.

ハワイに来ると必ず行く場所です。
日本のようにほぼ並ばずスライダーに乗れることが魅力です。
久しぶりに訪れるとロッカーのシステムが
変わっていました。
機械でロッカーの番号を指定して支払いをするシステムに変わっていました。
うまく操作できず諦めて一旦操作を辞めました。
まさかのクレジット決済が完了していたため
次に並んでいた家族から操作完了済み指定ロッカーの紙を頂きました。
親切な方がいなければ、支払のみするところでした。帰りもロッカーの使用終了ボタンが押せず苦労しました。

This was a great way to actually *SEE* Oahu. Our tour guide Alex was and excellent driver and guide. We loved it.

I didn't have high expectations, so it was about what I expected. It was written that there would be almost no waiting time, but I ended up waiting for an hour for some things. It started late and ended early. However, the kids seemed satisfied.

期待はしていなかったのでそんなもんです。
待ち時間がほとんどないと書いてありましたが、1時間待たされたものもありました。始まるのも遅く、終わるのも早い。でも子供は満足していたようです。

I didn't have high expectations, so it was about what I expected. It's not as impressive as Nagashima Spa Land. I guess it's better than doing nothing.

大きな期待はしていなかったので、そんなもんです。ナガシマスパーランドよりはたいしたことないです。何もしないよりはましかなと。

I had a great time and the hours flew by. I almost wanted to stay until 4 PM. I felt it was a shame that the water slides were down and the wait times were long.

とても楽しくて時間がすぐに過ぎました。16時ギリギリまでいたかったくらいです。
ウォータースライダーが止まっていたり待ち時間が長かったりしたのがもったいなかったと思います。

I went on a Saturday in late March. The bus arrived 30 minutes late, but they delayed the departure time for the return bus by 15 minutes, which I appreciated. It was unfortunate that the water slide was closed for about half the day. As a result, we had to wait around 30 minutes for the slides that were open. The cabana is expensive, but I think it's worth it since it can serve as a changing room and comes with a float. A dedicated staff member also brings lunch for you. The time spent there felt very short, so I think it's best to have a light lunch. Compared to Japan's Summerland and the Toshimaen pool, it was less crowded, making it a good tour for families with small children.

3月下旬の土曜日に行ってきました。行きはバスの現地到着が30分遅れましたか帰りのバスの出発時間を15分遅らせてくれて、誠意を感じました。ウォータースライダーは　半分位　一日中クローズだったのは残念でした。結果、オープンしているスライダーが混んで30分くらい待ちました。カバナは高いですが、更衣室代わりになるのと、浮き輪が付いてくるので、よいと思います。昼食も専属の係の人が買ってきてくれます。　滞在時間はとても短く感じるので、昼食は軽く済ませるのが正解だと思いましした。　日本のサマーランド、としまえんのプールよりは空いているので、小さいお子様がいる家族にはよいツアーだと思います。

This is my second time and I will still recommend it to my friends.

Saw the dolphins up close and it was fun.

Very safe and effortless.

There were various attractions, many of which are not found in Japan, and the day flew by! It was a bit disappointing that we couldn't bring in food and drinks, but other than that, I was very satisfied!

いろいろなアトラクションがありましたが、日本にないのもたくさんあって、1日があっという間でした！
飲食を持って入ることができないのが微妙でしたが、それ以外は大満足でした！

We went with our spouse and our children, aged 7 and 5. The charter bus for pickup arrived on time. We went around to each designated location in a pickup format, but there was no wasted time, and we efficiently got on the highway. Before we knew it, we arrived while a local explanation DVD was playing inside the bus.

夫婦と子供・７歳と５歳、で行ってきました(^^)お迎えのチャーターバスは時間通りに来ました(^_^)各指定場所にピックアップ形式で周りますが、無駄なロスもなく効率良く高速に乗り車内にて現地の説明DVDが流れるなか、気付けば到着です(●´ω｀●)

Everything we hoped for and more. Check-in was fast and easy; they even have presc. Goggles. The staff (Capt Jenn and the two Nikki's) were helpful and provided excellent customer service. We saw dolphins, whales, and sea turtles.

Must do when in Oahu.

This was a pleasant day, unfortunately the boat really didn't go far from the marina. The only fish we saw were bated by the crew. No whale or dolphin sightings. They fed us lunch at the end of the day nearly 3 a bit hard for kids and adults consuming alcohol. Nothing really bad however not a remarkable day considering the price.

I participated in a tour with my wife in early March! We were picked up early in the morning at Aloha Landing. During the ride, our guide (who was Japanese) provided entertaining explanations, making the journey to our destination enjoyable! After nearly an hour on the bus, we arrived and boarded the boat to head out to sea! Along the way, we sang a song in Hawaiian to pray for safety.

About 30 minutes later, we reached a spot where we could see dolphins. Although there was a chance we might not see any, it seemed we had a very lucky day, as we encountered many dolphins, much to our guide's surprise! We were truly healed by the sight of the adorable dolphins and their cute sounds.

After that, we went back a bit to snorkel and see sea turtles and fish. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see any, but others in the tour said they saw sea turtles! When we returned to the boat, we enjoyed hamburgers and snacks. Eating a hamburger in the great outdoors was exceptional.

The guide and the person driving the boat were both fun, and it was a wonderful tour that allowed us to connect with the dolphins and nature. If I have the chance to come to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate again! I encourage everyone to join this tour; you won't forget Hawaii!

3月上旬に奥さんと一緒にツアーに参加しました！
朝早くにアロハランディングにてピックアップ
道中ではガイド(日本人)の方の楽しい説明で飽きることなく目的地へ！
一時間近くバスに乗っていると到着
船に乗り込んで沖に出ました！
道中ではハワイ語で安全を祈願する歌を歌いました
30分ほどするとイルカが見られるスポットに到着
見られないこともあるとの事でしたが私たちの日は
とても良い日だったみたいでガイドさんも驚くほど
多くのイルカたちに出会うことができました！
かわいいイルカたちの姿やキューという鳴き声に
心から癒されました！
その後、少し戻ってウミガメや魚を見にシュノーケル。
私は残念ながら見れなかったですがツアーに一一緒にいた方はウミガメ見れたそうです！
船に戻って、ハンバーガーとお菓子をいただきました。大自然の中で食べるハンバーガーは格別でした

ガイドさんや船を運転してくださる方も楽しい方ですし、イルカたちや大自然に癒される素晴らしい
ツアーです。
もう一度ハワイに来ることがあれば必ず参加したい
と思っています！皆さんも是非参加して見てください！ハワイが忘れられなくなりますよ

We decided to participate at my daughter's request. To sum it up, we encountered a lot of dolphins!! We even spotted a whale in the distance!!! I think many people probably thought it was amazing. However, our family of five... maybe lacking stamina, all five of us refused to get in the water a second time (^^;) If you ask me if it was fun, to be honest, I would say "..." but I think it was good as another memory.

娘の希望で参加を決めました。結論から言えば、沢山のイルカに遭遇！！遠くにクジラも発見！！！多分、最高だったと思った方達も多くいると思います。しかし我々家族５人...体力がないのか２回目の着水は５人とも拒否(^^;)私は終始海へのエサまき状態（苦笑）楽しかったかと聞かれたら正直なところ「・・・」ですが、それもまた思い出の一つとして良かったと思います。

hospitable crew, great food and facilities. It had been a wonderful experience!

I arrived 10 minutes before the pickup time and waited, but despite the wait, there was no sign of the pickup. After about 20 minutes, my daughter went to make a phone call. Shortly after that, her name was finally called, and she returned to inform me that the 9:05 pickup had turned into 9:35. According to her, they had come once but didn’t recognize us and just passed by. From our perspective, we had arrived early, but we weren’t called by name, didn’t know what kind of vehicle to look for, and there was no guiding sign, so we were left with nothing to do but wait. It felt like a letdown, especially since we had previously had such good experiences with Veltra. I wish they had called our names from the start. The pool seemed to be enjoyable for my grandchildren. If I could wish for something, it would be for a bit more thorough cleaning. Also, despite not allowing outside food, the line to buy food was very long, which felt like a waste of time. I think it’s a place worth visiting once.

ピックアップの時間10分前に行って待っていたのに待てど暮らせどお迎えがなく20分くらいして娘が電話をしにとうとう行きました。それからしばらくして、名前を呼ばれ娘も戻ってきて9時5分ピックアップが9時35分になってました。娘の話によると、一度来たそうだけどわからなかったそうでスルーしたとか。私たちからしたら、早めに来ていたのに名前も呼ばれず、どんな車かも解らず、案内のプレートもなくあの時成すすべもなかったです。ただ待つのみ。veltraさんの今までの対応がよく高く評価していただけに出鼻くじかれたみたいでした。最初から名前を呼んでいただいてらと思います。プールは孫たちも楽しかったようです。欲を言えばもう少し清掃が行き届いているといいのですがそれに持ち込みがダメな割には食べ物を買うだけなのにとても長い行列で時間が勿体なかったです。一度行けばいい所かなと思いました。

We loved our time on the snorkeling and dinner cruise excursion. Well worth the price. Our captain gave great instruction and safety procedures. He also took us up snd close to a whale which gave us quite a show within 25 yards or so. The time by the shore snorkeling was impressive. Lots of fish.
The dinner was delicious with plenty of variety of drinks both spirited and not. I enjoyed the time to enjoy the sunset. Beautiful. There are two restrooms where you can change. Two shower hoses to rinse off after you snorkel. Staff was great. Underwater photographer was along for optional photo package you can purchase.