Reviewed by: rapisb
Waianae Beach
The ocean was very clear, and I was truly impressed.
I was able to see many dolphins. Their sounds were also audible, and they were really cute.
Makaha Beach
I went snorkeling and saw many sea turtles and small fish swimming around.
Makaha Beach felt like a place that wasn't a typical tourist spot; it was a laid-back beach that I definitely want to visit again.
After enjoying snorkeling at this beach, you can also try stand-up paddleboarding.
Stand-up paddleboarding was exciting and fun, but there was a bit of a rotation system with the vibe of "Okay, you did one round. You stood up! (Next!)", so I felt there was a bit less freedom.
Even so! I thought it was truly valuable to have that much fun and relax just in the morning.
It had a different atmosphere compared to the typical spots like Waikiki, North Shore, and Kailua. I think it's a direction that we don't often go to on our own, but I highly recommend it. I'm really glad I participated!
イルカ・ワイアナエビーチ
海がとてもクリアで感動しました。
たくさんのイルカを見ることができました。
鳴き声も聞こえたりして、本当に可愛かったです。
カメさん・マカハビーチ
海ガメや小さな魚がたくさん泳いでいるところをシュノーケルしました。
マカハビーチは、観光地!という感じではない、
のんびりとしたビーチでぜひまた行きたい思う場所でした。
ここのビーチでシュノーケリングを楽しんだ後はサップができます。
サップは盛り上がって楽しかったのですが、交代制で
「はい、1周したね。立てたね!(次!)」という雰囲気が
なんとな~くあったので
自由度が少なかったように思います。
それでも!午前中だけであれだけ楽しめてのんびり過ごせて本当に価値があると思いました。
ワイキキ・ノースショア・カイルアなど定番のスポットとは一味ちがう雰囲気でした。なかなか自分たちの足では行くことが少ない方面だと思うのですが、すごくお勧めです。本当に参加してよかった!
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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: | 2017/08/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/16 |
Reviewed by: Lorna and Tammy
Bob and Akima picked us up at 7.25 am outside Hawaiian Prince Hotel, then picked up 2 other groups of 3 making 8 of us. We drove out of Waikiki for around 20 mins with interesting commentary about Hawaii from Akima before reaching our first stop - a beautiful picturesque beach where it"s possible to see dolphins. Akima spoke Japanese so stayed with the 6 Japanese people leaving Bob to me and my friend. Bob told us a lot about the area and if you want to know more about surfing then Bob's your man. We then moved on to a small group of shops where we bought items for our picnic lunch later.
We next went to a Kaneana,(Makua cave) a very old sea cave with many legends attached to it. Bob was a great storyteller telling us about the legend of the shapeshifter shark man of Makua cave. Then you can explore the cave a bit if you dare!
Next we stopped at the stunning Makaha valley which again has a great legend associated with it and looks like scenery from Kong Island or Jurassic Park.
We were really lucky driving to our next spot as Bob spotted a rare Monk Seal basking on the rocks.
A couple more lovely spots then time for our lunch at Ku'ilioloa Heiau, and then the snorkelling at Pokai Bay. First Bob checked our swimming ability then gave us mask,snorkel and fins plus a life vest. Bob is very patient and stays with you all the time gently encouraging you to explore the sealife. I'm not confident snorkelling but felt very safe with Akima and Bob. We saw corals, beautiful colourful fish and 2 sea turtles.
It was a really great day which we would definitely recommend to anyone wishing to see a much less touristy authentic side of Oahu, the scenery is just beautiful and excellent snorkelling. Many thanks to Akima and Bob who made our day special.
Aloha, thank you for your time for review us!
We are happy to hear that you enjoyed our unique tour. West Oahu is very special place, we are glad you experienced this sacred Hawaiian land.
We also do private tour, you ever come to Hawaii, let us take you again!
Mahalo nui loa
Akima
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| Packages: | West Oahu Land and Snorkeling Tour |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/31 |
Reviewed by: きんちゃん
We participated as a family of four. It was August, and all participants wore bodysuits. Those who were worried about seasickness purchased seasickness bands (for both wrists). Our family also took seasickness medication, but we wanted to enjoy ourselves, so we bought the bands. (Those without bands seemed to struggle with nausea!) We put on our snorkeling gear and jumped into the sea, following the person in front of us. We were lucky to swim with "dolphins," "sea turtles," and "fish" right away. After playing, we had lunch on the boat with hamburgers and fruit, and there was also a hula dance with the staff. Since we had signed up for photos ($60) on the bus ride there, we got to take commemorative pictures with the captain in the ship's upper control room, which made for great memories!
家族4人で参加しました。8月でしたが、参加者全員ボディスーツ着用して船酔いが心配な人は
酔い止めバンド(両手首)を購入しました。我が家も酔い止め薬は服用しましたが、楽しみたいのでバンド購入。(バンドない人は酔って辛そうでした!)シュノーケル道具一式を身に付けいざ、海に。前の人に続いて思い切りドボン!と飛び込み、すぐに「イルカ」「海亀」「魚」と一緒に泳げて、ラッキーでした。あそんだ後は、船上でハンバーガーとフルーツのランチやスタッフと一緒にフラダンスがありました。行きのバスの中で写真($60)申し込んでいたので、船の屋上操縦室でキャプテンと記念撮影や写真も優遇してもらったりしていい記念になりました!
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/06 |
Reviewed by: ebisu-tarou
I think I went in August, which is the hottest time of the year. Even so, when the wind blows, it can be quite chilly. You definitely need something to wear over your swimsuit.
I visited on a Sunday in August, and there were quite a few people.
There aren't as many food stalls as in Japanese pools, so you have to wait in line for lunch.
The slides also had a decent line, so I couldn't ride them very much.
At the back, there’s a slide. I didn't initially understand how to line up, but the most popular slide (Rainbow Tube) is for two people or for the red and blue single-rider tubes. If you line up for the green tube, you'll waste time, so be careful. I saw many people having to line up again because of that. I also had to line up again at first...
I stayed for about 5 hours, excluding lunch, which means I spent around 4 hours in the pool. If I say I'm satisfied, then I am, but it's an expensive pool.
I recommend going on a weekday.
8月なので、一番暑い時期に行ったと思います。
それでも、風が吹くとまぁまぁ寒いです。
羽織るものは必要ですね
8月の日曜日に行きましたが、
そこそこ人がいます。
日本のプールほどではありませんが、売店も少ないので、
お昼は並びます。
スライダーもそこそこの行列でそんなに乗れませんでした。
奥にあるスライダー
並び方が最初はわかりませんでしたが、
一番人気のあるスライダー(虹のチューブ)は
2人乗り、または、赤と青の一人乗りチューブ用です。
緑チューブで並ぶと無駄な時間を過ごしますのでお気を付けください。
何人もそれで並びなおしをしているのを見かけました。
そういう私も最初は並びなおしになりましたが…
滞在時間 5時間 お昼ご飯の抜いて約4時間のプールですが、
満足と言えば満足
高いといえば高いプール
平日利用をお勧めします。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定サマーキャンペーン】お子様無料 1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/06 |
Reviewed by: no name
It was amazing.
I think it depends on the weather that day, but I encountered a lot of dolphins! The sea turtles also passed right in front of me multiple times, which was touching. However, it was sad to see that the tour guests got too close, making it difficult for the turtles to come up for air...
We also signed up with my grandparents, and people of all ages can enjoy it! I hope we are lucky enough to meet dolphins again next time!
最高でした。
その日その時の天候などに左右されると思いますが、とても沢山のイルカに出会えました!
ウミガメも、目の前を何度も通ってくれて感動。ただ、ツアー客の方々が近づき過ぎてウミガメが息継ぎしにくそうでかわいそうでしたが…
お爺ちゃんお婆ちゃんも一緒に申し込みましたが、どの世代も楽しめます!また次もイルカに出会える運に恵まれますように!
ALOHA! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. We are very happy to hear that you and your family enjoyed it! Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. Our staff is looking forward to welcoming you! MAHALO! Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! no name さま
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
ご家族皆様で、お楽しみ頂けたようで!大変嬉しく思います。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Hiro
The tour didn't have the usual delays in pickup. Instead, the instructor greeted us with a big smile and kind assistance, which made me confident that this tour would be great. The tour itself was rich in knowledge and experience, allowing us to learn a wide range of facts about Hawaii, including trivia. It wasn't just a simple "go to a place, swim, and come back" tour; it included myths related to caves and snorkeling points, making it a tour that deepens your understanding of Hawaii. Why not give it a try?
ツアーにありがちなピックアップが遅れる…。そんなこともなく、インストラクターが満面の笑顔と親切な対応で、出迎えていただきこのツアーは大丈夫と確信いたしました。
ツアー自体も、ガイド知識と経験が豊富で、ハワイの知識(雑学も含めて)を幅広く学べるものでした。単なる「場所に行って泳いで帰る」というツアーではなく、洞窟にまつわる神話やシュノーケリングポイントなどなど、ハワイに対してまた一段と造形深くなるツアーです。一度ご参加されてみてはいかがでしょうか。
Thank you very much!!
I was relieved to have a good impression, haha. I personally love cultural topics like legends and sacred lands, so I’ve been researching a lot. Please join us again if you have the opportunity; I think there will be different information to share next time~
Aloha,
Akima
ありがとうございます!!
好印象で安心いたしましたw 私自身、伝説や神聖な土地の話など文化的なものが大好きなのでいろいろ調べております。また機会がありましたらご参加ください、その時はまた違うインフォメーションが飛び出てくるかと思います~
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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/05 |
Reviewed by: Kam
It's smaller in scale than I expected. Also, I wouldn't recommend the all-you-can-eat lunch. The drinks are only carbonated soda, and there are only about four types of food. The pre-made options from the shop are tastier and cheaper, in my opinion.
思ってたより規模が小さいです。
それとランチ食べ放題はお勧めしません。
飲み物は炭酸ジュースのみ。食べ物も4種類くらいしかなく、作りおきで売店の方が美味しいし安いと思います。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: gurimai
My daughter had her first experience seeing sea turtles and dolphins in nature. They came close enough for her to touch them. However, she was a bit scared when it came to jumping into the sea from the boat. The staff on the boat were kind, and we had a great time dancing to music!
For lunch, they packed a hamburger for us since my daughter was sleeping. We enjoyed it deliciously at the hotel.
I also purchased photos, and I was surprised to find there were about 500 images. They were all evenly captured. It was a bit pricey, but I’m glad I bought them. It’s a wonderful memory.
If you participate, keep in mind that renting a wetsuit (for those who want it) costs extra, so it's best to bring some money. Also, just in case, bring motion sickness medication!
I will be going back to enroll in Dolphin University.
娘は人生初の自然のカメ・イルカに会えました。
触れるくらい近くに寄ってきてくれました。
ただ、船から海に降りる際は飛び込みなのですこし怖がっていました。
船ではスタッフさんも親切で楽しく過ごせました。音楽にダンス!!
お昼食のハンバーグは娘が寝ていたため、持ち帰りにしてくれました。
ホテルでおいしく頂きました。
また、写真を購入しましたが500枚くらいデーターがありびっくりしました。
みんな均等に撮れてました。少し高いですが、購入してよかったです。いい思い出です。
こちらを参加する際はウェットスーツ(希望者)でお金がかかるのでお金は持っていった方がいいです。
後は念のため酔い止め!!
また、イルカ大学に入学しにいきます。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! I hope it has created wonderful memories for your child. Please do come visit Dolphin Middle School and University again when you're in Hawaii! 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! お子様にも良い思い出になったのであれば幸いです。 また是非、ハワイにいらした際はイルカ中学・大学に遊びに来てくださいね! MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/14 |
Reviewed by: nikki
excellent. I will definitely come back. had an amazing time
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Christina
Had a blast on this event! Although we did not see dolphins up close, we still saw amazing sea life and beautiful waters! First time snorkeling out this far and it was awesome! Worked up an appetite and the crew hit it off with some tasteful grub!!! Shaka to the crew!!!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise with Transportation from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/01 |
Reviewed by: no name
My first time in Hawaii. My first time with dolphins!
A friend recommended Dolphin University for swimming with dolphins, so I chose it.
The staff were lively and attentive, checking in with us during the swim, asking, "Are you okay?" which made the tour enjoyable and reassuring.
They explained the precautions in a fun way while being precise, so I was able to listen without getting bored!
I was also glad that I could do the SAP that I wanted!
One thing, it would have been better if the photographer's shutter timing was a bit slower. Some funny faces ended up being shared with the photo buyers, haha.
初めてのHawaii。初めてのイルカでした!
友人がイルカと泳ぐならイルカ大学がいいよと教えてくれ、選びました。
ノリのいいスタッフで、泳いでる最中も『大丈夫〜??』と細かく気を使ってくださり、楽しく安心してツアーに参加する事ができました。
注意事項なども遊び心を交えながら、かつ的確に説明してくれるので、退屈せずに聞けました!
やりたかったSAPも出来たのでよかったです!
一点、カメラマンさんのシャッターのタイミングがもう少し遅いと良かったです。
変な顔が写真購入者に回ってしまうので笑
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are very happy to have been able to help you create wonderful memories on your first visit to Hawaii. Our photographers will continue to strive for excellence. Thank you for your valuable feedback, 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! 初めてのHawaiiで良い思い出を作る助力が出来ましたこと、大変幸いです。 お写真もフォトグラファー一同精進してまいります。貴重なご意見を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 |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/16 |
Reviewed by: AngelicaB
My kids and I had the best time!! Our bus guide was the best! This luau was the highlight of our trip!! Highly recommend this luau!
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/03 |
Reviewed by: ヨシエ
Swimming while searching for wild dolphins was a precious experience. My 9-year-old daughter was thrilled to see dolphins and sea turtles up close. I am grateful for the kindness of the staff towards my 4-year-old daughter as well.
野生のイルカを探して泳ぐ…貴重な体験でした。9才の娘はイルカと海ガメを間近で見て大喜び。4才の娘にもスタッフは親切で感謝です。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! I'm glad to hear that the children enjoyed it as well. Please feel free to come back with your family to Dolphin Middle School and University! 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!お子様方にもお楽しみいただけた様で何よりです。また是非、ご家族でイルカ中学・大学に遊びにいらしてくださいね!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: | 2017/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/01 |
Reviewed by: れいな
There were many types of water slides, and it was really fun. However, the ground was very hot, and I felt like I could get burned if I went barefoot. If I wore sandals, I would have to take them off when going on the slides, so I would be in trouble if I lost them... I wish I had brought some inexpensive sandals from a 100 yen shop that I wouldn't be sad to lose.
たくさんの種類のウォータースライダーがあってとても楽しかったです。でも地面がとても熱くて裸足だと火傷しそうでした。サンダルを履いて行くと、スライダーに乗るときは脱がなきゃいけないので無くなると困るし…ということで、100円ショップなどの安い無くなっても悲しくないサンダルを持っていけばよかったなと感じました。
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| Packages: | 1日券 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/14 |
Reviewed by: のぶぶ
I entered as soon as it opened and stayed until 3 PM, but time flew by.
It was relatively uncrowded, and almost all attractions had a wait time of around 15 minutes.
I think it's a place you should visit at least once when you come to Hawaii.
オープンと同時に入って3時まで滞在しましたが、あっという間に時間が過ぎました。
比較的すいていて、ほぼ全てのアトラクションが15範囲内の待ち時間でした。
ハワイに来たら一回は行くべきだと思います。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定サマーキャンペーン】お子様無料 1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/04 |
Reviewed by: Kim
This was a lot of fun but I think it would have been better if the bus would go to the waterfall and one beach place to allow more time to do activities. Our bus driver was informative but repeated himself alot which did get a little annoying at times.
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| Packages: | [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/02 |
Reviewed by: 30代女子
I always go when I visit Hawaii. It's wonderful to be able to ride the thrilling slides without waiting in long lines. It was definitely the right choice to go out and have fun.
ハワイに行くと必ず行きます。
長時間並ばずに、絶叫スライダーに乗れるのは、素晴らしい
わざわざ遊びに行って正解です
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| Packages: | 1日券 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/24 |
Reviewed by: Debra Cooper
This activity was okay. It was hard to see the dolphins when they did swim near us underwater because we had to wear life vests which kept us at the surface. The snorkeling in this side of the island(at least the part we were taken to)is not as good as other parts. The crew was nice and the food at the restaurant was good. I was not happy that one of our fellow passengers took one of our beach towels. They belonged to the condo we were staying in and I had to replace it.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/09 |
Reviewed by: Sarah
We never found any dolphins, so we just snorkeled in the exact same location twice.
We were also required to wear life vests, which is unusual compared to most other excursions we've been on.
Ate lunch at 3:00 and off the boat.
Not the "speed raft" adrenaline adventure we were hoping for.
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| Packages: | Mid-Morning Tour |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/08/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/08/01 |
Reviewed by: ぶーおく
We participated in creating family memories for my daughter's 10th birthday present. The morning pickup point was somewhat scattered, and our house was about a 7 to 10-minute walk away. The bus was comfortable, and the explanations from the Japanese instructor were very easy to understand, which was great. There were 45 participants that day, and since it was during summer vacation, there were 12 children under 12 years old.
When we arrived at the port, we quickly spotted dolphins on the stable Tamakalan boat, but perhaps because of the large size of the boat, we couldn't get close to the dolphins. Maybe the smaller Dolphin Junior boat is more maneuverable? We tried to enter the water ahead of the direction the dolphins were swimming, but since 45 people splashed in at once, the dolphins swam away, and we desperately swam towards them. During the first entry, I was able to catch a glimpse of them by closely following the instructor, but it was only for about 10 seconds. That day, instead of the usual two entries, we made three, but in the end, my daughter and husband couldn't see any dolphins... It turned into a disappointing memory.
However, the accompanying photographer was very cheerful and lively, which made it a lot of fun, but the photos he took cost $60 per group. We ended up spending quite a bit. Because we made three entries, we didn't have time for snorkeling, and we couldn't do any marine activities. I think our satisfaction would have been much higher if we had encountered the dolphins, so it's very disappointing.
For our family of four, including the photo costs, it came to 60,000 yen. I was aware that there was a possibility of not seeing them since they are wild animals, but it was very disappointing that we couldn't see them in the water even though we could confirm they were so close.
娘の10歳お誕生日プレゼントとして家族の思い出作りに参加しました。
朝のピックアップポイントはざっくりと分かれており、我が家は徒歩7〜10分歩いたところでした。バスは快適で、日本人インストラクターの方の説明がとてもわかりやすくてよかったです。この日は45名の参加があり、夏休み中ということもあり12歳以下の子供が12人参加。
港に着くと、揺れの少ないタマカランボートに乗ってイルカはすぐに見つかりましたが、大きいボートのせいかなかなかイルカに近づけず。イルカ中学のボートのほうが小回りが利くのでしょうか?イルカが泳いでくる方向に先回りしてエントリーしましたが、45人がバシャバシャ飛び込んだせいか、イルカが離れていってしまい、イルカのほうまで必死に泳ぎました。1回目のエントリーではインストラクターの後をすぐについていったのでちらっと見ることができましたが10秒程度。この日、通常2回のところ、3回エントリーしましたが、結局、娘と夫はイルカを見ることができず。。。しょっぱい思い出作りになりました。
ただ同行していたカメラマンの方がとても陽気で盛り上げてくれて、とても楽しかったのですが、撮ってくれた写真は1グループ60$。すっかり散財してしまいました。
3回エントリーしたことで、スノーケリングの時間もなくなり、マリンアクティビティもできずじまい。イルカと遭遇できていたら満足度が高かったと思うのですが、とても残念です。
家族4人で写真代をいれて6万円。自然のものなので会えない可能性があるのは承知の上でしたが、すぐそばに確認できたのに海の中で見られなかったことがとても残念でした。
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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: | 2017/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/27 |
Reviewed by: まなみ
The instructor's enthusiasm to show everyone the dolphins was incredible, and they extended the time to chase the dolphins, allowing us to see them multiple times. The most touching moment was when three dolphins swam right beneath us! ♪ Because of the extension, the snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) we had planned later were combined into one activity, so my husband chose SUP while I chose snorkeling. I was able to enjoy cheering for my husband on the surface while snorkeling. Since these are wild dolphins, we can't always swim with them, but it was a thoroughly enjoyable tour.^^
参加者のみんなにイルカを見せようというインストラクターさんの熱意がすごくて、イルカを追う時間を延長して何度も見せてくれました。
丁度自分たちの真下を3匹のイルカが泳いで行った時が一番近くて感動しました♪
その延長のために、後に計画していたシュノーケリングとサップの時間が一緒になり、どちらかひとつの参加となりましたが、夫はサップを、私はシュノーケリングを選び、シュノーケリングの傍らサップしてる夫を水面から応援して楽しむことが出来ました。
野生のイルカなので、常に一緒に泳げるわけではありませんが、十分に楽しいツアーでした。^^
Aloha!! Manami,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University tour. We are all very happy to hear that you had an experience that is hard to come by in Japan and that it has become one of your wonderful memories in Hawaii. When you visit Hawaii again, we also have manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Yu
Aloha!! まなみ様
この度はイルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして、ハワイでの素敵な思い出の一つとなったようでスタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
次回ハワイにお越しの際には、ハワイ島ではオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Yu
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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: | 2017/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/28 |
Reviewed by: まなみ
The pickup bus did not arrive on time, and we had to wait quite a while. The bodyboarding lesson and lunch took up a lot of time, leaving us with little opportunity to enjoy the attractions freely. Honestly, the BBQ lunch wasn't extravagant, and we could have just bought hamburgers and hot dogs on-site. The pool is open until 5 PM, but the return bus gathering was at 3 PM. I think it would be better to go by rental car next time.
迎えのバスが時間通りに来ず、だいぶ待たされました。
ボディボードレッスン、ランチに時間を取られてしまって、自由にアトラクションを楽しむ時間が少なかった。
BBQランチは正直豪華な訳でもなく、ハンバーガーやホットドッグを現地で買っても良かった。
プールの営業は17時迄なのに帰りのバス集合は15時。
次回行くならレンタカーで行った方が良いと思いました。
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| Packages: | デラックス・パッケージ(BBQビュッフェランチなど含む) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/27 |
Reviewed by: まりえ
My first trip to Hawaii. And it was a solo journey. I was able to swim together during two out of three dives! After that, I enjoyed marine sports and went snorkeling again. I wish I had taken motion sickness medication. The staff were bright, reliable, and made me feel safe!
初のハワイ。そして一人旅。3回のダイブで2回一緒に泳ぐことが出来ました‼︎その後はマリンスポーツで楽しんだりまたシュノーケリングしたりと満喫できます。酔い止め飲んでいれば良かったです。スタッフの皆さん明るく頼もしく安心でした‼︎
ALOHA! Marie,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. It was such a lucky day to swim with the dolphin instructors twice! Please join us again when you come to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! まりえさま
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
2回もイルカ先生おと一緒に泳ぐことができたなんて、とってもラッキーな日でしたね♪
また、ハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/06 |
Reviewed by: まなび
It's a park that both children and adults can enjoy. The BBQ lunch was in a buffet style, where you take pre-cooked items rather than grilling them yourself, which was different from what I had imagined. There weren't many options, so I would rate it a minus one. However, the area where you purchase food was quite crowded, so if I go again, I think I would choose a lunch option.
子供も大人も楽しめるパークです。BBQランチは、想像していたBBQとは異なり焼くのではなく、出来上がっているものをとるビュッフェ形式でした。あまり種類もなくマイナス1。ただし、食事を購入するところはかなり混雑していたので、次回行くとしてもランチ付きを選ぶと思います。
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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: | 2017/07/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/26 |
Reviewed by: あいうえお
It's very spacious and you can enjoy it all day long. However, I had to wait quite a bit because the pickup time was more than 30 minutes late. Since bringing any food or drinks into the park is prohibited, there were people whose water bottles were confiscated.
とても広くて一日中楽しめる。
ただ、ピックアップ時間を30分以上遅れて来たため、だいぶ待ちぼうけをした。
パーク内は全ての飲食物の持ち込みが禁止のため、水筒ごと没収されてる人達もいました。
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| Packages: | 1日券 |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/07 |
Reviewed by: tamuranmiki
I thought I wouldn't be able to communicate in Japanese when I joined the tour, but it turned out that the guide was a Japanese American, so they kindly provided explanations in Japanese! Since there are many Japanese people in Hawaii, it was refreshing to be on a tour with fewer Japanese participants.
I had my 1.5-year-old child with me, and they were thrilled to see the dolphins. I thought I would have to take turns snorkeling with my husband, but surprisingly, we were able to swim with our child in water deeper than 10 meters. (My husband isn't a strong swimmer, so I went in with them, haha.)
It's recommended to bring a life jacket since even small children can join in. The waves can be high, so if you're not a strong swimmer, it might be better not to go in with small children.
日本語が通じないと思ってツアーに参加したら、なんとガイドの方が日系アメリカ人ということで、日本語での説明も丁寧にして下さいました!ハワイにいると日本人が多いので、日本人が少ないツアーだったのも新鮮でした。
子供が1歳6ヶ月同伴でしたが、イルカに大はしゃぎ。シュノーケリングは夫と交代でやらないといけないと思っていたのですが、なんと水深10メートル以上のところで、子供と泳がせてもらいました。(夫は泳ぐのが苦手なので、私が一緒に入りました笑)
小さいお子様でも一緒に入れるので、ライフジャケットは持って行っておくのがオススメです!波が高いので、泳ぐのが苦手という方は、小さいお子様とは一緒に入らない方がよいかもしれません。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/07 |
Reviewed by: クラママ
I've been going to this pool with my kids for three years. In Japan, you would have to wait in a long line, but here the wait time isn't that long, and I think the slides are more thrilling than those in Japan. However, it was disappointing that the pickup time was more than 30 minutes late, which reduced our time there. I thought that if the return time were a bit later, we could have enjoyed it even more.
3年前から子供達と行ってるプール。日本だと長蛇の列だけどここはそこまでの待ち時間ではなくスライダーもここまでの迫力は日本にはないと思います。ただピックアップの時間が30分以上遅れてだったので滞在時間が少なくなってしまったのが残念でした。帰りもその分か、もしくは元々もう少し遅いともっと満喫出来るのに…と思いました。
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| Packages: | デラックス・パッケージ(BBQビュッフェランチなど含む) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/25 |
Reviewed by: ゆきまみ
It was fun, but I’m not sure if it was because of summer vacation or an accident, but we got stuck in traffic on the way there, and by the time we arrived, the beach chairs were already taken (we did manage to get a seat in front of the food court). It was really disappointing that our stay was so short. I expected the park to be crowded, so that was understandable, but I think it would have been much more enjoyable during the off-season. We also had to wait for the return bus because some people didn’t arrive on time, so overall, the tour left me with the impression of just waiting.
楽しかったですが、夏休みだからか事故なのか分かりませんが、行きの道中渋滞にはまり着いた頃にはオープン後でビーチチェアーも確保できず(フードコート前の席は取れましたが)滞在時間が短くなってしまったのがとても残念でした。園内が混み混みなのは予想範囲内でしたので仕方がないですが、きっとオフシーズンだともっと楽しかっただろうなと思います。帰りのバスも時間に来ない方がいらっしゃって待たされ、全体的に待ち時間ばかりが印象に残るツアーになってしまいました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定サマーキャンペーン】お子様無料 1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/26 |
Reviewed by: Hirowin
I had a very enjoyable day. Here’s a summary of my experiences:
****** Meeting Point ******
- Gather in front of the three flags at the Ilikai Hotel.
- There were many Japanese people around at the meeting time.
- The bus driver (a foreigner) was taking attendance.
- Before boarding, we each received wristbands according to our plans.
- The bus was cold. It's better to choose a seat where the overhead vent is not broken, as the vent was blocked and couldn't be closed.
- Arrived 30 minutes before the opening. It’s a good idea to eat breakfast during that time. You can also eat while the bus is driving.
****** Entrance ******
- It's better to line up early to secure a large locker.
- While waiting in line, it's a good idea to apply sunscreen.
- Food and drinks cannot be brought in. There will be a check.
- Dash to secure a locker as soon as the venue opens!!
- Lockers are selected via a touch panel. Choose large or small based on the order, and insert your credit card.
Note: It takes time for the credit card to be recognized after insertion. Once you register your PIN, you will be assigned a locker number.
****** Attractions ******
- It's best to do everything you want to do first thing in the morning.
- Weekdays are recommended. You can ride without waiting in line.
- Flip-flops are essential. You can take them off at the entrance, but it’s fine to just stick your arm through the thong part when riding. In fact, if you take them off, you might regret it.
****** Food and Drink ******
- It's expensive, but not enough to justify an all-you-can-drink or all-you-can-eat option. It would be a waste of time.
- Definitely recommend using a credit card.
That’s all. Hope this helps!
とても楽しい1日を過ごせました。体験したことを箇条書きにしますね。
****** 集合 ******
・イリカイホテル前にある3本の旗が立っている前で集合
・集合時間にそのあたりに日本人がたくさんいた
・バスドライバー(外国人)が点呼をしていた
・乗る前にそれぞれのプランごとにリストバンドをしてもらう
・バスの中は寒い。吹き出し口が壊れていて塞ぐことができないから上の吹き出し口が壊れていない席を選んだほうがいい。
・開場30分前に到着。待ちぼうけ。その間に朝ごはん食べたほうがいい。バス運転中も食べることは可能。
****** 入園 ******
・早めに並んだほうがいい→ロッカー大を確保するため
・並んでいる間に日焼け止めの対策をするといい
・飲み物食べ物は持ち込めない。チェックがあります。
・開場とともにロッカーの確保のためダッシュ!!
・ロッカーはタッチパネルで選択。順番的に大or小を選び、クレジットカードを挿入。
注)挿入してからクレジットカードを認識するまで時間がかかる
暗証番号を登録したら、ロッカー番号を指定されます。
****** 遊具 ******
・朝一に行きたいものは全ていったほうがいい
・平日がおすすめ。並ばず乗れる
・ビーチサンダルは必須。入り口に脱いでいるが、そんなことしなくても乗るときに鼻緒の部分に腕を突っ込めば問題ない。むしろ脱いでいくと地獄を見る
****** 飲食 ******
・高いが、飲み放題や食べ放題にするほどではない。時間がもったいない
・クレジットカード利用が絶対おすすめ。
以上です。参考までに
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| Packages: | 【期間限定サマーキャンペーン】お子様無料 1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/25 |
Reviewed by: ちたま
We went with a 13-year-old, a 7-year-old, a 4-year-old, and a 1-year-old.
There are many attractions that each of them can enjoy.
We visited on a Saturday, and there were a lot of locals.
The concession stand was a bit pricey, but we got 8 mini hamburgers, 4 drinks, and a large order of fries for just under $40.
I recommend it!
13歳、7歳、4歳、1歳でいきました。
それぞれが遊べるアトラクションが多数あります。
土曜日にいきましたが、地元の方々
非常に多かった。
売店は高めでしたがミニハンバーガー8個、ドリンク4つ、大山盛りポテトで40ドル弱
おすすめです!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定サマーキャンペーン】お子様無料 1日パス / 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/07/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/22 |
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ALOHA!! Thank you for making a reservation with Dolphin University! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the good old Hawaii on the West Coast. We sincerely apologize for the times when we couldn't provide enough time for everyone to fully enjoy the marine sports, especially on busy days. We hope you will come back to Dolphin University and give SUP another try! Thank you, MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご予約頂きありがとうございました! 西海岸の古き良きハワイをお楽しみいただけたようで幸いです。 お客様が多くいらっしゃる日には皆様に十分にマリンスポーツを楽しんでいただくお時間を取ることが出来ないこともあり、大変申し訳御座いません。 また是非、イルカ大学に遊びに来ていただいて、SUPもリベンジしていただけたらと思います! ありがとうございました、MAHALO!!