Reviewed by: 高木直子
This is my second time at Heaven's Sea. The guide, instructor Yuki, and Ashley were really fun.
Yuki's quick and accurate advice was wonderful! She also adjusted her instructions to suit the Japanese participants.
Thank you for seeing us off at the bus until the end! I will participate again.
2回めの天国の海です
ガイド、インストラクターのゆきさん、アシュリーたちが
本当に楽しい
ゆきさん、の迅速かつ的確なアドバイス!
素晴らしい
きの使い方も日本人に合わせてくれています
帰り道バスを最後まで見送ってくれてありがとうございました!
また参加します
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/21 |
Reviewed by: JJJ
Despite the rain and bad weather at the time of departure, the crew made it enjoyable, and I had a great time. I was a bit disappointed that there were fewer types of fish than I expected, so I thought it would be nice if we could go a little further out.
出航時は雨が降り悪天候にも関わらず、乗組員に盛り上げて頂き楽しかったです。思ったより、魚の種類が少なくて残念だったので、もう少し遠出できるといいのかと思いました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/23 |
Reviewed by: umi
I was looking forward to this, so I was shocked by the way the Japanese female instructor spoke from a condescending perspective. When someone else, who is also Japanese, asked a question, she would interrupt and talk about herself instead. When I asked about the condition of the ocean, her only response was that I wouldn't know unless I looked at the sea. If she had already conducted this tour in the morning, I think there could have been a better way to reassure the customers with her answers. As a professional, I really wanted her to answer the customers' questions properly.
The view from the entrance of Hanauma Bay was breathtaking. The snorkeling was quite challenging, and perhaps the conditions weren't suitable that day. I have participated in various snorkeling tours before, but for the first time, I felt like I shouldn't have come. She mentioned that she would take photos with a GoPro, but there was no explanation when it turned out to be broken or unusable; it was just left at that. During the pickup, she stayed seated in the driver's seat without getting out of the car and just said, "Thank you." It felt like she mistook me for a friend. I only regret choosing this tour during my short trip to Hawaii after paying for it. I believe everyone has their own feelings about experiences, but I found it quite unpleasant.
楽しみにしていたのでショックでした、
日本人女性のインストラクターの全部上から目線での話の仕方。
わたしじゃない日本人の方が質問するとそれにかぶせて自分の話。。
海の様子を聞くと答えは海を見ないとわからないの一点張り。
午前中もこのツアーこなしてるなら、
お客さんをもう少し安心させる答え方があったんじゃないかなと。
プロでこそお客さんの質問にはしっかりと答えてほしかったなー
ハナウマ湾は入り口からの景色は絶景でした。
シュノーケリングはまーなかなか波も強くこの日は適してなかったのかな。。
今までシュノーケルツアーはいろいろなものに参加してきましたが、
初めて来なければよかったと感じました。
goproで撮影してくれると言っていましたが、壊れたか何かで使えないと何の説明もなく、
そのままでした。
送迎時には車から降りず運転席に座ったまま ありがとうございました でした。
友達と勘違いなさってますね。。
お金を払って短いハワイ旅行の中でこのツアーを選んだことに後悔しかありません。
人それぞれ感じ方はあると思いますが私は不愉快に感じました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/22 |
Reviewed by: Kayo
In conclusion, it was incredibly fun!!!!!!!
This was my first solo trip abroad. I was looking for an optional tour to go snorkeling and discovered this tour. It was my second time in Hawaii, and I had seen quite a few sites mentioning that the west side could be dangerous, so I hadn’t researched it for my first visit. But when I found out there was a tour that would take us to the west side, I quickly made a reservation. Of course, since I was participating alone, I had some anxiety, but the moment I met our guide Akima, all my worries disappeared.
This time, there was a Japanese couple, and in addition to them, there were also some international participants (I couldn't identify their countries...), so perhaps that’s why two guides, Akima and a man named Bob, were with us. I regretted not studying English properly, as I could have talked with Bob and the others if I could speak it.
Akima explained various things in an interesting and easy-to-understand manner, including legends and the origins of power spots, as well as Hawaii's history, the mindset of the Hawaiian people, their way of life, and current situations, sometimes in a quiz format. This made the time spent in the car and during sightseeing enjoyable. In fact, I wanted to ask even more questions.
Regarding snorkeling, it was disappointing that I didn’t get to see a turtle (only Bob found one, but it was deeper in the water, so we couldn’t see it from the surface, haha). However, I had fun touching a sea urchin and having it placed on my head (of course, Akima gently returned it to the sea), and I got to see fish that can only be found in Hawaii. I thought I’d like to be able to do some free diving, even if it’s not full-on.
Oh, I learned that while the west side wasn’t safe over ten years ago, that’s not the case anymore in recent years.
I definitely want to request other tours, like a private tour, next time! It would be fun to go hiking together too♪
I look forward to it again!!!
結論から言うと、めちゃめちゃ面白かったです!!!!!
今回、初めて海外へのひとり旅でした。
1日はオプショナルツアーでシュノーケリングしたいなと探していたところ、このツアーを発見。
ハワイは2回目で、西は危ないと書かれているサイトもけっこう見かけていたので1回目は調べもしていなかったのですが、西に連れて行ってくれるツアーあるんだ♪ってことでさっそく予約。
もちろんひとり参加だったので多少の不安はあったのですが、ガイドのあきまさんにお会いした瞬間、その不安はなくなりました。
今回は日本人のご夫婦がいらっしゃって、それ以外に海外の方(国はわかりませんでしたが、、、)も参加されており、そのためかBobさんという男性とあきまさんのお二人がガイドしてくれました。英語がしゃべれたらその方やBobさんともお話できたんだけどなぁと、英語をちゃんと勉強していかなかったことを悔やみました。
パワースポットについての伝説や名前の由来などはもちろん、ハワイの歴史やハワイの方々の考え方、暮らし、状況など、いろいろなことをあきまさんが面白くわかりやすく、ときにクイズ形式で説明していただけるので、車に乗っている間も観光中も満喫できました。
というか、まだまだいろいろ聞いていたかったぐらいです。
シュノーケルについては、カメに会えなかったのは残念でしたが(Bobさんだけ見つけてましたが、海の下のほうだったので海面にいた私たちには見えませんでした笑)、ウニを触ったり頭に乗っけてもらったり(もちろん、丁寧にあきまさんが海に戻しておりました)、ハワイにしかいない魚が見られたりと、楽しかったです。
フリーダイビングまではいかなくても、ある程度の素潜りできるようになりたいと思いましたね~。
あ、西は10年以上前は治安がよくはなかったが、近年はそのようなことはないとのことです。
ぜひ、次回はプライベートツアーなど他のツアーもお願いしたいです!
ハイキングとかもご一緒できたら楽しそうです♪
またぜひよろしくお願い致します!!!
Aloha~
I had fun too~ lol Let's come back soon and go somewhere again—hiking, snorkeling at the North Shore~
Thank you for the wonderful review.
I’m studying every day (though not every day) to learn as much as I can about Hawaii, so I think I’ll have different stories to share when you visit again.
See you soon!
Mahalo,
Akima
アロハ~
私も楽しかったです~w 早く戻ってきてまたどこかに行きましょう~、ハイキング、ノースショアのスノーケリング~
素敵なレビューもありがとうございます。
毎日(とはいきませんが)できるだけハワイのことを知ろうと日々勉強しておりますので、またお越しになった時には違うお話ができると思います。
see you soon!
マハロ
あきま
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| Packages: | 5月16日~9月30日<2名以上> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/22 |
Reviewed by: みかん
I made a reservation without checking the low tide schedule, and when I arrived, there was no sand, just water everywhere.
As for the snacks... the main wrap was too rich with cheese rolls and cream cheese, making it inedible.
However, I was glad to experience stand-up paddleboarding.
Next time, I will check the low tide and try again.
干潮の時刻を調べず予約してしまい、行ったら砂地はなく、どこも海でした。
軽食は・・・メインのラップが、チーズロールさらにクリームチーズでくどくて食べれず・・・
スタンドアップパドルが体験できたのがよかった。
次は干潮を確認してリベンジします。
Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We sincerely apologize that you were not satisfied with the meal. We are constantly making various efforts to ensure our customers are as satisfied as possible with their meals. We would be delighted if you could give us another chance next time and leave satisfied! All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。食事にご満足していただけなかったとのこと、申し訳ございませんでした。食事に関しては、様々な工夫をしてお客様に少しでも満足していただけるように、日々努力をしております。次回リベンジしていただいた際には、ご満足いただけると嬉しいです!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/19 |
Reviewed by: 初めてのハワイ
I enjoyed the local beauty and fun, along with the cheerful service from the staff. It was also great that we could visit Tantalus Lookout as a free bonus.
現地の美しさ楽しさとともにスタッフの明るい対応など気持ちよく楽しめました。無料特典でタンタレスの丘へ行けたのもよかったです。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き!】BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/15 |
Reviewed by: ピーチ
I was alone, but I had no problems and enjoyed myself. I was able to see dolphins as soon as we arrived at the spot. I was surprised that I could see so many dolphins up close like that. The scenery felt unreal. The snorkeling at the next location was also wonderful, with the beautiful blue sea and colorful fish swimming everywhere. I even saw a turtle, so I was very satisfied.
一人でしたが、なんの問題もなく楽しめました。イルカは、ポイント(?)に着いたところですぐに見ることが出来ました。あんなに沢山のイルカをあんな間近に見ることが出来るとは思って無かったので驚きました。現実のものとは思えない景色でした。場所を移動してのシュノーケリングも、綺麗なブルーの海に色鮮やかな魚がそこここで泳いでいて、こちらもとても素敵でした。亀も見れたし満足です。
ALOHA! Peach,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School this time. It was lucky that you were able to encounter Dolphin-sensei right away!
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! ピーチさま
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
すぐにイルカ先生と遭遇できた、ラッキーでしたね〜♪
また、ハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
スタッフ一同心よりおまちしております。
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: | 2017/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Elise Wilson
Seconds after we got to the snorkeling spot, one of the guides emerged from the water holding an octopus, which everyone got to see and interact with. There were probably 7 or 8 sea turtles of all sizes and ages around us the whole time we were in the water, in addition to the tropical fish and moray eels on the reef. It was absolutely incredible.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/24 |
Reviewed by: おにu
It was a tour that was definitely worth the early morning wake-up! Although the weather was unfortunately cloudy, a pod of dolphins came right in front of us, and we were able to swim with them. I was moved to see a baby dolphin as well! The snorkeling was fantastic, and we got to see sea turtles up close. Thanks to taking motion sickness medication beforehand, I didn't feel sick at all and had a fun day.
The crew members were wonderful people who always kept us entertained, so I definitely want to participate again. Next time, I’d like to join a manta ray tour on the Big Island!
とても朝は早起きしないといけませんが、その価値は十分にあるツアーでした!
ちょっと天気は残念な曇り空でしたが、
イルカの群れが目の前にたくさんきてくれて、一緒に泳ぐことができました。
赤ちゃんイルカも一緒に見れて感動しました!
シュノーケルではウミガメも間近に見れてとってもよかったです。
事前に酔い止めを飲んでいたおかげか、まったく酔うこともなく楽しい1日を過ごせました。
クルーの方々も常に私達を楽しませてくれる素敵な人達でしたので、ぜひまた参加したいと思います。
今度はハワイ島のマンタのツアーに参加してみたいです!
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Junior High this time. It was the best day to meet Dolphin Sensei, baby dolphins, and sea turtles! Please join us again when you come to Hawaii. We are also waiting for you on the Big Island!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office, SAKI
ALOHA ! おにuさま
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
イルカ先生、赤ちゃんイルカ、ウミガメにも!みーんなに会えた最高の日でしたね♪
また、ハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
ハワイ島でもお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス SAKI
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/18 |
Reviewed by: にゃんきち
Unfortunately, it rained on and off from the morning, but after we set sail, the weather cleared up a bit and we were able to enjoy the tour. The guide was full of energy, and while the customers seemed to struggle a bit to keep up with her enthusiasm (laughs), we appreciated her consideration for us with children.
Once we set sail, we started with turtle watching, but the turtles are smaller than dolphins and only come to the surface for a moment, so I wasn't able to see any swimming turtles. However, we were lucky to spot some turtles basking on the rocks, and I was able to take some good photos. The sandbar had decent tides that day, so the water depth was around my ankles to my calves. It was a strange feeling standing in a place far from land.
After taking photos, I stayed on the sandbar with my kindergarten-aged daughter while my husband and elementary school-aged child went snorkeling. The snorkeling group swam in a line with the guides, but the people in front weren't moving very quickly, causing quite a traffic jam for those in the back, leading to some bumping into each other. I understand that the swimming abilities of the participants played a role in this, but I wish we could have swum a bit more freely.
While the snorkeling was a bit disappointing, I think we had a fun and enjoyable tour overall. Thank you very much.
この日はあいにく朝から雨が降ったり止んだりでしたが、出航後は少し晴れてツアーを楽しむことができました。ガイドのお姉さんは元気いっぱいでそのテンションにお客さんが若干ついていけてない感じもありましたが(笑)子連れの私たちを気遣ってくれてありがたかったです。出航するとまずウミガメウォッチングですが、ウミガメはイルカより小さく水面に出るのが一瞬なので泳いでいるカメは私は見られませんでした。ですが運よく甲羅干し中のカメたちがいて、しっかりと写真に撮ることもできました。サンドバーは潮がそこそこいい日だったので水深は足首~ふくらはぎくらい。陸地から離れた場所に立っている不思議な感覚が味わえました。写真撮影後、私は幼稚園児の娘とサンドバーに残りましたが夫と小学生の子供はシュノーケルへ。シュノーケル組はガイドさんたちと一列になって泳ぐのですが、前の人たちがなかなか進まず後ろの方はかなり渋滞して、手足がぶつかったりと大変だったとのことです。参加者の泳力の問題もあるので仕方ないとは思いますが、もう少しフリーで泳げたらよかったなぁと思います。シュノーケルは少し残念でしたが、他は楽しくいいツアーに参加できたと思います。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/12 |
Reviewed by: まるだい
The tour was accompanied by a Japanese guide, and there was nothing unclear in the explanations. About 80% of the participants were honeymoon couples. However, although it was sunny on the day of the tour, it had rained for several days prior, so unfortunately, the water clarity was not satisfactory. It's a shame. There were participants who did not wear life jackets and were almost drowning. Even if you're confident in your swimming ability, it's better to wear a life jacket. It can be a nuisance to other participants as well.
It was nice to have warm drinks and light snacks after coming out of the water.
日本語ガイド付きで、説明が分からないことはありませんでした。
参加者は約8割はハネムーンのカップルでした。
ただ、当日は晴天だったのですが、それまで数日雨が続いたそうで、残念ながら透明度は満足できるものではなかったです。残念。
ライフジャケットを付けない参加者がいて、溺れそうになっていました。泳ぎに自信があってもライフジャケットはつけた方がいいです。他の参加者にも迷惑になります。
海から上がった後に暖かい飲み物や軽食がもらえたのはよかったです。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/16 |
Reviewed by: KCY
This was absolutely one of the best things we did while here! The crew was amazing and very attentive. Awesome with our young kids and the food is perfect! We saw lots of fish and 2 turtles while snorkeling. We will definitely do this again!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/17 |
Reviewed by: HAWAII大好き
The guide was very knowledgeable, so I was never bored listening to him! Touring while hearing about history and trivia allowed me to feel nature more deeply, making it a very memorable and stimulating experience! During the afternoon snorkeling, I was lucky enough to encounter a sea turtle, and although we can't touch them due to the law, it came very close to us, and I was completely charmed by its cuteness! I highly recommend this for those who want to enjoy a drive along a coastline different from Waikiki!
ガイドさんの知識が豊富なので聞いていて終始飽きなかったです!!
歴史や豆知識を聞きながら巡る観光は、より深く自然を感じることが出来るのでとても思い出に残る刺激的な体験になりました!
午後のシュノーケルでは運よくウミガメに遭遇した上に、(法律上触れることは出来ませんが)すぐ近くまで寄ってきてくれて、その可愛さにとてもキュンキュンしました☆
ワイキキとは違う海岸線のドライブを楽しみたい方にお勧めです!
Thank you for your review.
The sea turtles in Hawaii are completely protected, and they likely know this, so you can see them up close as long as you don't chase them. Depending on the turtle, they may come up close to people...
The turtles in the ocean are really cute, aren't they?
Please come visit us again.
Aloha,
Akima
レビューありがとうございます。
ハワイのウミガメは完全に保護されていて、向こうもおそらくそれを知っていてこちらが追いかけない限り近くで見ることができます。カメにもよりますが人の近くに上がってきたり・・
海の中のカメは本当にかわいいですよね~。
ぜひまたお越しくださいませ。
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: | 2017/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/17 |
Reviewed by: いたっち
We participated as a family with our 1-year-old and 4-year-old children. It was their first time cruising. Fortunately, they didn't get seasick and were very satisfied with the beautiful sea and delicious hamburgers. The water level at the sandbar was high that day, so the kids couldn't put their feet in (but it wasn't a problem since I was holding them). We also got to see sea turtles, and it was a fun experience that created great memories.
1歳と4歳の子供を連れ、家族で参加しました。子供達は初めてのクルージングです。
ですが、乗り物酔いもなく綺麗な海と美味しいハンバーガーに大満足でした^ ^
その日はサンドバーの水位が高く、子供は足をつける事ができませんでしたが(抱っこしていたので問題なしです)
海亀も観れて終始楽しむ事ができ良い思い出となりました^ ^
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き!】BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/24 |
Reviewed by: くうさん
I really wanted to go to the sandbar, and although I had given up because reservations were full, it seems there was a cancellation just before my departure. Checking VELTRA every day until the last minute paid off!
The weather was cloudy in the morning, but it was sunny at the location, making it incredibly beautiful! When I first got off the boat, I was surprised by how deep the water was. At 158 cm tall, I was submerged up to my chest. It probably varies by season, but those who are shorter should be cautious at first. However, after moving a little further in, I was able to walk, and the water was indeed beautiful! We also saw plenty of sea turtles. Later, we went snorkeling at another spot, but my husband and I stayed on the boat to watch everyone. The sea turtles swam quite close to those snorkeling.
Here are some notes I remember, which might be helpful for those planning to go:
- If you use a waterproof case for your smartphone (available at ABC Store) for too long, a "High Temperature Warning" message will appear on the screen, making it unusable! I wanted to take photos and videos the whole time, but be careful.
- During lunch, it's a buffet style on the boat, so there will be quite a line. Therefore, those who come out of the water early should line up as soon as possible.
- The wind is strong on the boat, so be careful as various items (like lettuce and snacks) on your lunch plate may blow away.
- There is a restroom on the boat, which is reassuring. However, the flushing mechanism can be a bit confusing at first. You need to press a larger lever located under the toilet to flush.
- If you just want to enjoy the scenery, you can stay on the boat the whole time, so you can participate with peace of mind.
Overall, it was a very satisfying tour! I would love to do it again!
どうしても行きたかったサンドバー、予約いっぱいで諦めてましたが、直前にキャンセルが出たのか?出発直前までVELTRAさんを毎日チェックしていた甲斐がありました。
天気は朝は曇ってましたが、現地では晴れたのでメチャメチャ綺麗でした♪
最初、船から降りた時には海が深くて驚きました。身長158で、胸がすっぽり隠れるくらいまで浸かってしまいました。時期によって違うのでしょうが、身長の低い方は最初要注意です。でも少しだけ進むと歩けるようになり、海はやっぱり綺麗でした!!
そしてウミガメもいっぱい見れました。後半別の場所でシュノーケリングをするのですが、私たち夫婦は船上でみなさんの様子を見てましたが、シュノーケリングしてる方のかなり近くまでウミガメが泳いでました。
以下、箇条書きで覚えている事を記載するので、これから行く方の参考に少しでもなれば♪
・スマホの防水ケース(ABCストアで売ってる)をずっと使用してるとスマホの画面に「高温注意」という文字が出て使用不可になる!ずっと写真、動画撮っていたいですが、注意です。
・ランチの時は船内でバイキング形式で順番に取っていくので、かなり並びます。なので、海から早く上がった人は早めに並んだ方が◎。
・船上は風が強いので、ランチのプレートに乗せた色々(レタスとかスナックとか)飛ばされるので注意です。
・船内にもトイレがあるので安心です。が、水の流し方が一見分かりにくいです。便器の下にある大き目のレバー?みたいなのを押すと流れます。
・景色だけ楽しみたい方は、ずっと船上にもいれるので安心して参加できます。
全体的に大満足のツアーでした^^
またリピートしたいです!
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き!】BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/31 |
Reviewed by: こー&みー
The content of the tour was good, but it rained and was cold on the day, so I gave up on seeing the coral reefs. Also, the sandbar was submerged due to high tide, so the beach was not visible.
ツアーの内容は良かったのですが、当日雨が降って寒かったのでサンゴ礁をみるのは断念しました。またサンドバーも満潮で砂浜は見えませんでした。
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| Packages: | 【無料特典付き!】BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/08 |
Reviewed by: Vicki
We had Dan for our guide. On the drive out to the bay he gave us lots of useful information about the local culture. He was upbeat and very knowledgeable. At the bay he was organized and took very good care of us. We had serveral who were snorkeling for the first time and he made them feel very comfortable. As an added bonus he takes pictures of your trip and posts them to FB so you can grab them. No extra charge! Cool! I would highly recommend this excursion
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/15 |
Reviewed by: ひろゆき
We participated in this tour as a couple on our honeymoon. The weather was great, and we enjoyed snorkeling in the beautiful, clear sea! It was amazing to swim close to dolphins and sea turtles. That day, we even got to meet a special teacher shark, which was truly a valuable experience. There were also many tropical fish, which helped refresh our spirits. The guide was Japanese, which made us feel secure while participating. We purchased photos from that day for an additional fee, and they were truly satisfying, especially the ones taken up close with the dolphins. This tour was highly recommended. If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate again. I am filled with gratitude for the guide who was kind, high-energy, and made the experience so enjoyable.
新婚旅行で、奥さんと2人で参加させて頂きました。天候もよく透明度の高い綺麗な海でのシュノーケリング!
イルカや海ガメの間近で泳ぐことができ感動しました。
その日は特別教師のサメにも会うことができ、本当に貴重な体験が出来ました。
トロピカルフィッシュも沢山いて気分をリフレッシュすることができました。
ガイドさんも日本人のかたもいて、安心して参加することができました。
追加料金でその日の写真を購入しましたが、イルカの間近から撮った物など本当に満足いく物でした。本当にオススメのツアーでした。もしまたハワイに行く機会があれば、絶対にまた参加したいと思いました。優しく、またハイテンションで楽しく接してくれたガイドさんに感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School! We are glad you had the opportunity to meet many sea creatures, including Dolphin Sensei, Professor Turtle, and special teacher Shark. We hope that by looking at the photos you purchased, you can remember the fun times you had. When you visit Hawaii again, please be sure to come back and enroll again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! イルカ先生やカメ教授に加えて特別教師のサメなど、たくさんの海の生き物にお会い出来たようで幸いです。 また、ご購入頂いたお写真を見て、楽しかった時間を思い出していただければと思います。 ハワイにまたいらした際には是非、再入学しにいらしてくださいね! MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/05 |
Reviewed by: フラン
The weather on the day was a bit iffy, with rain coming and going, which was disappointing, but I had a great time. The service was good, they took photos for us, and the food was delicious!
当日天気が微妙で雨が降ったりやんだりで残念でしたが楽しかったです。
サービスも良く写真を撮ってくれたり食事も美味しくてgood!
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating. We are very pleased to hear that you were satisfied with our staff's service. All of our staff sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。スタッフのサービスにご満足していただいたこと、とても嬉しく思います。またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Turtle
This trip exceeded expectations. The sandbar and turtle viewing was great but the best part was the snorkeling. Probably the best snorkeling I've ever had. Lunch really hit the spot after some fun on the water. Would def do it again!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/27 |
Reviewed by: EMI
I finally got to visit the long-awaited paradise of the sea! The weather was fairly good, and I was able to see sea turtles up close! The optional snorkeling allowed me to see many beautiful fish, which was fantastic! I also enjoyed a delicious lunch! The staff were very energetic, and it was a lot of fun.
念願だった天国の海へやっと行けました!天気もまあまあ良く、ウミガメも近くで見れました!自由参加のシュノーケリングでは綺麗な魚をたくさん見ることができとても良かったです!昼食も美味しくいただきました!スタッフの方もとても元気な方々でとても楽しかったです。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating. We were delighted that you were looking forward to our tour. The photos of the turtles are fantastic! We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。弊社のツアーを楽しみにしていてくださり、嬉しく思いました。亀さんの写真もバッチリですね!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/27 |
Reviewed by: タケシ
After researching about the sandbar, I found that it's recommended to visit on days when the water depth is below zero meters at low tide, so I chose a perfect day to participate.
However! When I arrived, the water depth was around knee height. I couldn't encounter the sandbar floating in the sea.
The snorkeling afterwards was also not satisfactory in terms of visibility and the number of fish. According to a local lady, it was due to several days of heavy rain. I think those who want to enjoy snorkeling properly should arrange a separate opportunity to do so.
Although the sandbar and snorkeling did not meet my expectations, the guides on the boat were very kind and pleasant, making the tour itself enjoyable.
It was also nice to receive a warm drink after coming out of the sea.
サンドバーについていろいろ調べると干潮時に水深が0メートル以下になる日がオススメということで、バッチリな日を選んで参加しました。
しかーし!現地に行って見ると水深は膝の高さあたり。海に浮かぶサンドバーには遭遇できませんでした。
その後のシュノーケリングも透明度・魚の数ともに満足いくレベルではなかったです。現地のお姉さんが仰るには数日雨が多かったためとのこと。シュノーケリングがしっかりしたい人は別途きちんと満喫できる機会を設けた方がいいと思います。
目的のサンドバーやシュノーケリングはあまり満足いくものではありませんでしたが、船でいろいろ説明をしてくれたガイドの方々はとても親切で感じが良かったのでツアー自体はよかったです。
海から上がった後に暖かい飲み物がもらえたのもよかったですね。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/24 |
Reviewed by: ニャンコ
Having a veteran Japanese tour guide made for a very comfortable and enjoyable snorkeling experience! I was also very satisfied to see the photos taken in the sea on the website!
ベテランの日本語ツアーガイドがついてくれたので、非常に快適で、楽しいシュノーケリングになりました!!海で撮った写真もHPで見れて、大満足でした!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Stacey
If your looking to spend a beautiful morning in the water followed by a great lunch with highly informative guides then this is for you. I am a highly anxious person and they made you feel at ease and also catered for my allergy to gluten with the whole lunch being gluten free! Picked us up from our hotel and returned us after lunch. Couldn't of been easier!
Aloha,
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave this awesome review for us! I can't tell you how much that means. We not only really appreciate that you chose to spend part of your Hawaii vacation with us, but we also really appreciate such great feedback. On behalf of your guides and everybody here, thank you so much, and please come back and see us again next time!
Andy
Holokai Kayak and Snorkel Adventure
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Guided Kayak and Snorkel Tour with BBQ Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Kerri S
Thank you Jenner and crew for a wonderful day! The sandbar is beautiful and snorkeling was the highlight of the day. This trip is something we will remember for years.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/13 |
Reviewed by: andy
After practicing snorkeling at the sandbar, playing beach volleyball, and enjoying a delicious lunch, we searched for sea turtles from the boat. Snorkeling in the vast coral reef was enjoyable even for someone like me who isn't a strong swimmer! Also, the guide (a young woman) had an incredible way of taking photos!
サンドバーでのシュノーケリング練習やビーチバレー、美味しいランチの後には船上からのウミガメ探し。広大なサンゴ礁でシュノーケリング。泳ぎが苦手な私にも充分に楽しめました‼︎また、軽快な喋りのガイドさん(若い女性でした)の写真の撮り方が神がかってました‼︎
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/06 |
Reviewed by: マイクパパ
The guide was very eager to learn and had extensive knowledge about Hawaii. She entertained us by teaching us about Hawaii's birds, fish, flowers, and state flag through quizzes, explaining their reasons and origins. She also provided detailed information about Hawaii's unique climate, lifestyle, customs, and the flowers and seeds of its plants. Regarding the western tourist spots, she humorously shared local legends and stories while guiding us.
As for the snorkeling, she not only showed us fish, coral, and turtles but also discovered dolphins a bit offshore and helped two of our companions, who weren't strong swimmers, by pulling them along on a float. It must have been quite physically demanding for her. She kindly listened to our whims.
Additionally, on that day, we were fortunate enough to encounter a parade for a world champion in martial arts (a fighter from western Hawaii) and even met a wild peacock, which suggests that our guide had a special touch. She had lived in various places around the world and had experience in different jobs, sharing her rich knowledge about the lifestyles, climates, and customs of those countries.
Finally, regarding her personality, I felt she was a kind Hawaiian born in Japan. If I have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again, I would definitely ask her to be my guide.
ガイドの方は、大変勉強熱心らしく、ハワイについての知識が豊富。私たちを楽しませてくれようと、ハワイの鳥、魚、花、州旗などなどその理由、成り立ちについて、クイズ形式で教えてくれました。また、ハワイ特有の気候、生活、風習、植物の花や種についても、詳しく教えてくれました。西部の観光スポットについては、実際にガイドをしながら、現地に伝わる伝説、伝承を交えユーモラスに語ってくれました。肝心のシュノーケリングですが、魚、サンゴ、亀などを見せてくれたのは勿論のこと、ちょっと沖の方にイルカを発見し、泳ぎが得意でない同行者二人をフロートにつかまらせて引っ張って連れて行ってくれました。体力的にもかなりハードであったと思われます。わがままな我々の言うことを優しく受け止めてくれてもいました。更に、当日は何とハッピーなことに格闘技世界チャンピオン(ハワイ西部出身の選手)の凱旋パレードにも出くわしたり、野生のクジャクに出会ったりと、ガイドの彼女は何か持っているに違いありません。ガイドの彼女は世界各地に実際に生活し様々な仕事に携わった経験があり、その国々の生活や気候、風習などについても経験豊富な知識を元に話してくれました。最後に、彼女の性格ですが、私の感じたところ優しい日本生まれのハワイ人という感じでした。又、ハワイに来る機会があれば彼女にガイドを頼もうと思います。
Thank you for your review!
I am still studying about Hawaii. I believe I will have different stories to share next time compared to our previous meeting in West Oahu, so please come again.
I've been told by others that I "have something," whether it's encountering the miraculous monk seal underwater or seeing manta rays at "that beach." I wonder what I will come across next time... stay tuned!
I look forward to welcoming you again.
Thank you so much for the wonderful review!
Aloha,
Akima
レビューありがとうございます!
あれからもハワイのこと勉強中です。またの機会には西オアフの時とは違うお話ができるかと思いますのでぜひまたお越しください。
”何か持っている”と他の方にも言われたことがあります、奇跡のモンクシールに水中であったり、”あのビーチ”でマンタにあったり、今度は何に出くわすか、、お楽しみに!
ぜひまたお待ちしております。
素敵なレビュー本当にありがとうございました!
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: | 2017/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/10 |
Reviewed by: 参加者
It's two to three times more expensive compared to the English tour! But I think the service matched that price. The dolphins, the turtles, and the staff were all very good.
英語ツアーに比べ二、三倍高い!
でもサービスはその価格に合うものだったと思います。
イルカも亀も、スタッフの方々も、とても良かったです。
ALOHA! Participants,
Thank you for joining us at Dolphin Middle School. We hope it has become a wonderful memory for you in Hawaii.
Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! 参加者さま
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
ハワイでの素敵な思い出になってくだされば嬉しく思います。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
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: | 2017/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/06 |
Reviewed by: ミコミコ
I found information that the tide would be at 0.5 feet around the time of arrival, but in reality, the water level was quite high, making it difficult with children. The tour had a fixed departure time, but I thought it would be great if there were options set for the sandbar that allowed for walking on the beach. I understand that it's nature, so guarantees can't be made...
The tour guide and the bus driver were all very nice, and they provided a pleasant experience from departure to disbanding. The staff on the boat were also very kind to the children, so I was extremely satisfied with the staff overall.
潮の満ちひきを調べたら到着時間頃は0.5フィートという情報があったのですが、実際は越下くらいまでと水面が高くて子連れではなかなか大変でした。出発時間が固定されているツアーでしたが、サンドバーを「砂浜として歩ける」時間で設定したものがあれば価値があがるのになと思いました。自然のことなので確約はできないんでしょうけど。。。
ツアーのガイドさんやバスの運転手さんはみないい人で出発から解散まで気持ちよく対応いただきました。船上スタッフさんも子供たちにとても優しくして下さったので、スタッフさんに関しては大大大満足感です。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you very much for participating this time. Many of our tour staff are parents and love children, so this tour is highly recommended for those with small children. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed it. All of our staff sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。ツアースタッフにはママさんも多く、子供好きなスタッフばかりなので、小さなお子様連れでもオススメできるツアーです。楽しんでいただけたようで嬉しく思います。またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/05/22 |
Reviewed by: 白メガネ&黒肌
I recently visited Hawaii after a long time, and since it was my friend's first trip to Hawaii, I was in charge of planning the itinerary. After debating between a "local guide" and a "niche tour," I decided on this tour.
First, I was surprised that our guide was a woman! Since it was advertised as "West Oahu where no one goes," I was curious about what kind of local guy would show up, but…
There were really no Japanese people at the beach! I felt like this was exactly the kind of tour I was looking for, and my excitement was through the roof. The supermarket was filled with locals, and I loved the feeling of being in an unfamiliar place.
The caves were also getting crowded with tourists shortly after us, so I thought the timing was perfect. The content included explanations of old legends and myths, and the guide took plenty of photos for us, providing thoughtful assistance throughout. She was knowledgeable about animals and plants, and I never got bored listening to her.
We encountered a pod of dolphins around Yokohama Bay, which got everyone excited.
During snorkeling, we saw not only sea turtles but also sharks. When someone shouted "Shark!" and I turned around, there was a shark about a meter long, and I had the incredibly rare experience of swimming alongside it. I was told it was not aggressive, but it was a bit thrilling.
While it wasn't just a random assortment of fish, we did see colorful fish and schools, which was great.
However, the temperature difference in the water made me feel cold before the turnaround point, and I started to feel seasick. The stops for explanations were the worst for my nausea. I apologize for not being able to hear much during the second half as I was battling my discomfort.
If you're sensitive to the cold, it might be a good idea to wear a rash guard during certain times.
But it would have been better if I hadn't gotten seasick… Even if you can't swim and use a float, you still feel the waves while holding onto it… (laughs) It was fine while I was biting down on the snorkel, but the moment I took it out and tasted the seawater, I felt like I was going to gag (though I didn't throw up).
For lunch, it might be better to keep it light or eat something that can be eaten with your hands in the car on the way back (like bread). I bought a poke bowl for lunch, and they kept anything that needed refrigeration cool, so I felt safe purchasing it!
On the way back to Waikiki, I fell into a deep sleep, and by the time I woke up, I had recovered from my seasickness and was ready to enjoy the evening activities.
私は久々のハワイで、初ハワイの彼に行程を任されまして、「現地人ガイド」か「マニアック系」で悩んだ結果、こちらのツアーに決定しました。
まず、ガイドさんが女性なのに驚き!"誰も行かない西オアフ"ってマニアックな事を謳うくらいなのでどんな地元に根付いた兄ちゃんが出てくるのかと思ったら…!
海も本当に日本人いない!こういうツアーを求めてた!!!って感じでテンションはあがりまくり…
スーパーもローカルしかいない所でこのアウェー感がたまらん!状態。
洞窟も私たちのちょい後には外人さんでいっぱいになっていて、時間のチョイスも絶妙だと思いました。
内容も昔ながらの伝説や神話を交えて解説、写真もバシバシ撮って下さるし細やかな対応で助かりました。
動物や植物にも詳しく、聞いていて飽きなかったです。
ヨコハマベイ周辺ではイルカの群れに遭遇で一同盛り上がりました。
シュノーケリングではウミガメだけでなく、サメにも遭遇しました。
サメだ!の声に振り返ると1mくらいのサメがいて、一緒に泳ぐという貴重すぎる体験が出来ました。人を襲わないヤツと言う事でしたが、ちょっとスリルがありましたね。
手当たり次第魚がいると言う感じではなかったですが、カラフルな魚や群れも見られて良かったです。
ただ…割と水の寒暖差でUターンポイント前には体が冷え切り、波には酔う始末。
説明の為に停滞するのが酔いの命取り状態でした^^;;
後半は自分との戦いでほぼ説明が聞き取れずですいませんでした。
寒さを感じやすい方はラッシュガード上下あると良い時期があるかもしれませんね。
しかし、波に酔わなければより良かったです…
泳げなくてNG!なら浮き輪で戻れても…酔いは浮き輪に捕まっていても揺れますしね…(笑
シュノーケルを奥歯でギューっとしている間は良かったのですが、外して海水の味が口に回った瞬間オエっとなりました(吐かなかったけど。
ランチは控えめか、帰りの車の中で失礼した方が良いかもしれません。(パンとか手で食べられるもの)
ランチはポキボウルを買いましたが冷蔵が必要なものは冷やしておいて下さるので安心して購入出来ました!
ワイキキに戻る間にぐっすりいっちゃったので、起きた時には酔いからも回復していて夕方からの遊びもがんばれました。
Thank you for your review.
That shark was just at that time; I haven't seen a shark at that beach before, so I was lucky! (It's a white tip shark, which lives in coral reefs and grows to about 1.5 meters, so it's a small shark. It rarely attacks people.)
During snorkeling, I was worried, thinking, "Are they not having fun?" but it was actually seasickness! I'm sorry I didn't realize that...
Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii!!
Aloha,
Akima
レビューありがとうございます。
あのサメはあの時だけです、あのビーチでサメを見たことはまだないんです、ラッキーでした! (ホワイトチップという、サンゴ礁に住むサメで大きくなっても1.5mくらいの小さいサメです。人を襲うことはまずありません)
シュノーケルの際、あれ? 楽しくないのかなと心配していたのですが、酔いのほうでしたか! 気がつかなくて申し訳ありませんでした。。。
またハワイにお越しの際にはご参加ください!!
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: | 2017/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/06/03 |
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Thank you very much for participating in the tour. However, I sincerely apologize for not being able to provide the service that met your expectations.
I am truly sorry that the tour you were looking forward to was ruined due to the instructor's attitude. I have confirmed the situation with the operating company for that day, and they stated that the instructor did their best to ensure customer satisfaction. It seems that the instructor was unable to provide detailed information about the sea conditions because they did not participate in the morning tour and were unaware of the specifics. I deeply apologize for causing you any anxiety due to their handling of the situation. Additionally, regarding the GoPro, it appears that filming is not done every time. The staff on that day happened to have a GoPro and planned to take photos as a service, but it seems they were unable to do so due to a malfunction. I apologize for the lack of proper explanation regarding this matter. I will request the operating company to focus on training their on-site staff.
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