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サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

This is the worst. 最悪だ

Reviewed by: かもちゃん

I participate every year as usual. This time, the ship's anchor was malfunctioning, and we were stranded on the sea for nearly an hour.

It might be popular, but it’s gradually becoming boring... I won’t go anymore. It’s always the same.

毎年恒例のように参加。
今回は船のイカリが調子が悪く1時間近く海の上で立往生。

人気かもしれないがだんだんつまらなくなる・・・
もういかない。
いつもかわりばえしない。

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Posted on: 2017/03/25
Activity Date: 2017/03/06

ハナウマ湾シュノーケリング ベテラン日本語ガイドがご案内する少人数制ツアー 貸切プランあり<半日>

It was an experience where I could feel the growth of my child! 子供の成長も感じられた体験になりました!

Reviewed by: ともこ

The couple who are instructors worked together seamlessly. First, they took photos after we arrived at Hanauma Bay, and then we chose our fins. We rented wetsuits to prevent scratches from the coral and because the seawater was cold, which turned out to be a great decision! Thanks to this, both my child and I were able to enjoy snorkeling comfortably. I absolutely recommend it for sunburn prevention as well.

Before entering the water, they explained how to use the mask and snorkel in a very easy-to-understand way, and after we got in, they taught us how to move, which allowed my 6-year-old son to enjoy himself without any issues. They also took many underwater photos, creating wonderful memories for us!

After swimming, they prepared snacks and water for us, and we were grateful for it as we were craving hydration and salt! I would love to participate again when we visit Hawaii! Thank you very much!

ご夫婦でインストラクターをされているとのことで、息のあったお二人が担当して下さいました。
まずハナウマ湾に到着してから写真を撮ってくださり、その後足ヒレを選びました。
海水が冷たいこと、珊瑚での擦り傷防止にウエットスーツをレンタルしましたが、これは大正解でした!
このお陰で親子共々快適にシュノーケリング出来たと思います。
日焼け防止の為にも絶対にオススメです。
水に入る前に、とても分かりやすくマスクとシュノーケルの使い方を説明していただき、水に入ってからも動き方を教えてくださったお陰で、6歳の息子も問題なく楽しむことができました。
また水中写真も沢山撮ってくださって、とても素敵な想い出になりました♪
泳ぎ終わったあと、スナックとお水を用意してくださっていて、水分&塩分を欲していた私たちはありがたくいただきました!
またハワイに行ったらぜひ参加させていただきたいです(^^)
ありがとうございました!

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Thank you for bringing your whole family this time. On that afternoon trip, out of the 10 guests, 4 were children (under 10 years old), so I explained things in simpler terms than usual and extended the practice a bit. All the kids did their best and swam together with their buddies until the end. They were really great! Please do come back when you're in Hawaii again. I look forward to seeing you all again!! Thank you very much. Mahalo!!

この度はご家族皆様で来ていただき、ありがとうございます。この日の午後便はお客様10名中4人がお子様(10歳以下)と言う日でしたので、いつもより簡単な言葉で説明させていただき、練習もちょっと長めにさせていただきました。どの子も皆さん頑張ってくれて、ちゃんとバディ同士で最後まで泳いでくれましたね。本当に上手でしたよ。是非またハワイにお越しの際にはリピートしてください。またお会いできるのを楽しみに待っております!!
ありがとうございました。Mahalo!!

  • 水がとても綺麗で大きな魚が沢山いました!

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イルカ中学 野生のイルカ&ウミガメシュノーケリングクルーズ 高速ボートでイルカ遭遇率アップ!<少人数制/ワイキキ&コオリナ送迎可/日本語/ランチ付き>

We were blessed with good weather. 天気に恵まれました

Reviewed by: きょん

I participated in a dolphin tour with my mother. I thought Dolphin Junior High would be a hard tour with boats that make you seasick, like banana boats, but it was actually a double-decker ship. I didn't get seasick, and we got to meet Dolphin Sensei and Professor Turtle. The weather was great that day, and we received word right after departure that Dolphin Sensei was nearby. We quickly spotted them swimming around. The group of Dolphin Sensei was so cute, and I was really happy to see so many sea creatures. There were about five staff members, including a funny photographer. The staff were friendly, and I'm glad I participated in this tour. My mother had trouble using the snorkel and said she couldn't breathe in the water, so I think it would be reassuring for first-time snorkelers to receive detailed instructions before entering the ocean. Next time I go to Hawaii, I would like to participate in Dolphin University as well! The waters of Hawaii were truly beautiful.

母と一緒にイルカ中学のツアーに参加しました。イルカ中学はハードだとかバナナボートみたいな船酔いするボートで行くのだと思っていましたが、ボートではなく二階建ての船でした。船酔いもすることなく、イルカ先生、ウミガメ教授にも会えて、その日は天気も良く、出航からすぐにイルカ先生たちがいると連絡があり、あっちこっちと泳いでいるとすぐに会えました。初めてのイルカ先生の群、とっても可愛くて海の生き物にたくさん会えてよかったです。スタッフは5人ぐらいいて、一人カメラマンのおもしろい人もいました。スタッフのみなさんも気さくな方たちで、このツアーに参加してよかったです。母は、シュノーケルの使い方がわからず、海で息ができないと言っていたので、初めてシュノーケルをする人には、そういう細かいところまで教えてもらった方が安心して海に入れると思いました。また、ハワイに行った時は、次はイルカ大学にも参加してみたいです!!ハワイの海は本当に綺麗でした。

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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. We will work together with our staff to provide clearer and more thorough explanations regarding snorkeling. Thank you for your valuable feedback, and we look forward to your next visit! 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! ツアーをお楽しみいただけたようで幸いです。 シュノーケルに関する説明は、もっと丁寧にわかりやすく出来るようスタッフ共々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、またのお越しをお待ちしております! MAHALO!!

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Posted on: 2017/03/24
Activity Date: 2017/03/11

サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

There weren't that many fish. 魚がそんなにいなかった

Reviewed by: のりのり

Maybe I was expecting too much. Since we went on a large bus and a big boat, there were a lot of people, and we had to line up for snorkeling, which made it difficult to move and we kept bumping into others. It was also disappointing that there weren't many fish; there were more at Waikiki Beach, haha. Snorkeling was hard because I didn't have fins, so it was tough to get around. Next time, I want to choose a different optional tour with a smaller group.

期待しすぎていたのかな。
大型バス、大型の船で行くので人が多くて、シュノーケリングも列で並んで進まないといけないし、人にぶつかるし、あまり魚がいないのも残念だった。ワイキキビーチの方が魚いた笑
シュノーケリングは足ヒレがないからなかなか進みずらかった。
今度は少人数での別のオプショナルツアーにしたいと思う。

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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.

Although it was a mixed tour, I apologize that your experience in the beautiful waters of Hawaii was ruined due to the waiting time. I confirmed with the operating company regarding the rental of snorkeling fins. They mentioned that snorkeling equipment, including fins, is always available on the boat, but since many customers do not use fins, they are only lent out upon request. I understand that there may be customers who are not aware of the rental fins, so I have made sure to advise the operating company to provide clear information about the rental equipment.

We take your feedback seriously and will work together with the operating company to further improve our services in the future.

Thank you very much for your valuable feedback during your busy time.
VELTRA Customer Support Team

この度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながら、ご期待に沿ったサービスを提供できませんでしたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。

混載ツアーのためとはいえ、せっかくのハワイの海での体験が待ち時間のため台無しとなってしまったことお詫び申しあげます。
シュノーケリングのフィンのレンタルに関して催行会社に確認させていただきました。シュノーケリング用具はフィンも含め船に常備しているとのことでしたが、フィンを使用されないお客様が多いため、お客様からリクエストがあった場合のみ、お貸出ししているようでした。今回のようにフィンのレンタルにお気づきにならないお客様もいらっしゃることと存じますので催行会社にはレンタル用具に関してはしっかりとご案内するよう注意いたしました。
 お客様からのお言葉を真摯に受け止め、催行会社と共に、今後さらなるサービス向上に努めてまいります。

お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム

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Private Kaneohe Sandbar Speed Boat Rental with SUP & Snorkel – Captain Bruce

Great service on the private charter!

Reviewed by: kara

Very experienced and friendly guides who were also very prepared with hot beverages and rain coats when it got cold and rainy. Showed us lots of sea life including turtles. Nice spread of snacks and drinks. Comfortable and clean boat. We enjoyed their conversation and everyone had a great time! We hope to do it again.

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We are glad to hear you enjoyed our tour. Hope we can see you again, Mahalo!

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Posted on: 2017/03/22
Activity Date: 2017/03/02

Small Group Snorkel Tour with Personal Guide at Hanauma Bay [Open Soon]

March 15, 2017 #SB2k17

Reviewed by: Christina and Ruth

AMAZING for my first time snorkeling! Perfect weather, clear water, ran into 3 turtles and a beautiful school of fish. Dan and Chieko are very sweet people. Would definitely have brought a waterproof camera if I had one.
Recommend hydrating beforehand, especially if you haven't swam in the ocean before.
We got lucky with the weather on a beautiful day!

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Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour & BBQ Lunch with Waikiki Pickup

Great Family Experience

Reviewed by: Larry Jackman

Entire family had a wonderful experience. The crew was exceptionally friendly and accommodating. Plenty of time to enjoy the Kaneohe Bay sandbar and snorkel around the coral reef. Saw sea turtles and hand fed fish at the reef. They spent time teaching people who had never snorkeled before. And they provided all sizes of equipment from kids to oversize adults. Simple lunch of cheeseburgers with all the fixings, chips, bbq beans and fruit was plenty. Price was as reasonable as any other tourist activity on the island but a lot more fun.

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Posted on: 2017/03/21
Activity Date: 2017/03/18

2.5-Hour Spirit of Aloha Waikiki Turtle Snorkel Tour with Cocktails from Hilton

Spirit of Aloha - Turtles

Reviewed by: Danni M.

Did this one second day into the trip and it did not disappoint. Had a fantastic time and will definitely do it again when we come back next year !!!

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Posted on: 2017/03/21
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サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

For beginners at the sea 海初心者の方向け

Reviewed by: Momo

I chose this plan because I had children with me, but there were so many people that it took a long time to get into the water, to board the boat, and for the snorkeling instructions. In total, we spent about 15 minutes actually in the water.

We snorkeled just a little off the sandbar, forming a long line with a large group, which made it difficult to move freely. The visibility underwater wasn't great, possibly due to the clouds, and because there were so many people, we quickly received an announcement to return to the boat, which ended the experience in about 5 minutes.

Since I usually do skin diving, I felt that this was not really at the level of snorkeling.

The point where we saw a turtle had good visibility and looked interesting, but we could only see it from the boat.

With a large number of participants and many people who seemed unfamiliar with the sea, those who usually enter the water themselves might find the waiting time too long and unsatisfying.

The boat was clean, large, and comfortable. There were also several types of drinks available during the trip.

子供がいたのでこのプランにしましたが、人数が多くて海に入るまでに
時間がかかり、船に上がるのにも時間がかかり、シュノーケルの説明にも
時間がかかりと、実際海に入っている時間はトータル15分くらいでした。

シュノーケルはサンドバーからほんの少しそれたところへ、大人数で列を
なして進み、自由に動けないのと曇りのせいか海中の透明度もよくなく、
また人数が多いせいか、すぐに船にもどってくださーいというアナウンスが
あり、5分程度で終わりました。
普段スキンダイビングをしているため、こちらはシュノーケルとはいえない
レベルの内容でした。

途中亀を見たポイントは透明度も高くて面白そうでしたが、これは船から見るのみ。

ツアー人数も多く、海に慣れていない人も多い様だったので
普段自分で海に入る人には、待機時間が長すぎて物足りないかもしれません。

船は綺麗で大きく、快適でした。
途中でもらえる飲み物も何種類もあります。

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イルカ中学 野生のイルカ&ウミガメシュノーケリングクルーズ 高速ボートでイルカ遭遇率アップ!<少人数制/ワイキキ&コオリナ送迎可/日本語/ランチ付き>

I was able to see a family of dolphins up close! まじかでイルカの家族が見れた!

Reviewed by: Ryo

The tour was accompanied by the principal, and everyone, including the staff and the photographer, was very pleasant, making it enjoyable. It was lucky to see a pod of dolphins and turtles, but being able to see seals as well made it the best snorkeling experience.

学園長さんも同行のツアーでしたらスタッフの方もカメラマンもみな感じの良い人達で楽しめました。
イルカの群もカメも見れたのはラッキーでしたが、さらにアザラシまで見れて最高のシュノーケリング体験になりました。

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ALOHA! Ryo,

Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School program. The dolphin family, sea turtles, and even seals!! Our photographer was so excited to find the seals, which are rarely seen, and successfully took close-up photos to share with everyone when they returned to the office!

Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!

MAHALO!
Dolphin Office

ALOHA ! Ryo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。
イルカの家族もウミガメも、アザラシまで!!
あまり見ることの出来ないアザラシを見つけて、皆様にお写真をお見せしようと近くでの撮影に成功したカメラマンも大興奮でオフィスに戻ってきていました!
ぜひ、またハワイへお越しの際はご参加ください。
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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2.5-Hour Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour, Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

Amazing

Reviewed by: Jan Goldberg

Saw whales, multiple sea turtles, eels & got to pet an octopus! Great trip.. will do again on next trip!

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2.5-Hour Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour, Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Freyda Calderon

Thank you for being part of our memory making. It was an amazing experience. Your crew was extremely attentive and going out of their way to make our experience a pleasant one. We will certainly use your services again whenever we get the opportunity. Thank you

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サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

Angel's Sea Sandbar Turtle Watching 天使の海 サンドバー ウミガメウォッチング

Reviewed by: まあさママ

The tour was well-organized, and having a Japanese guide made me feel very reassured. We arrived at the sandbar about an hour after low tide, so the water was knee-deep, but instead, we were able to borrow snorkeling gear on-site and practice snorkeling before the main event. After that, we boarded the boat and moved to the snorkeling spot (the reef) to enjoy the actual snorkeling, but the time went by so quickly that I wished we could have stayed longer. Some lucky people were able to swim with sea turtles at both the sandbar and the snorkeling spot. Since the bus ride back was cold, I recommend changing clothes in the restroom (there are no changing rooms).

きちんとしたツアーで、かつ日本人のガイドさんもいたので、とても安心感がありました。
サンドバーは干潮から一時間後に到着したため、膝下ほどの潮の高さでしたが、代わりにその場でシュノーケリング道具を借りて、本番の前にシュノーケリングの練習ができました。
その後、船に乗りシュノーケリングスポット(リーフ)に移動して、本番のシュノーケリングを楽しみましたが、シュノーケリング時間があっという間で、もっといたかったです。
運が良い人は、サンドバーとシュノーケリングスポットと両方でウミガメと一緒に泳げたそうです。
帰りのバスが寒いので、トイレで着替えることをおすすめします(更衣室はありません)

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Activity Date: 2017/03/14

イルカ中学 野生のイルカ&ウミガメシュノーケリングクルーズ 高速ボートでイルカ遭遇率アップ!<少人数制/ワイキキ&コオリナ送迎可/日本語/ランチ付き>

Marine マリン

Reviewed by: Mac

There were a lot of dolphins, but the sea was in a bad mood and a bit murky. I was lucky to be able to watch a whale spouting in the distance. It's a shame that interactions with dolphins seem to be restricted now. After all, Hawaii is definitely about the marine life!

イルカがいっぱいでしたが、海の機嫌が悪く、少々濁っていました。
遠くの方に、潮を吹いているクジラまでウオッチングできでラッキーでした。
イルカとの触れ合いも規制されてしまうそうで、残念です。
やはりハワイは、マリンかなー

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ALOHA! Mac,

Thank you for participating in the Dolphin School this time.
It's a tour that allows you to experience the ocean in its 100% wild and 100% natural state, where you can feel the slightly moody sea and encounter dolphins and whales that appear unexpectedly!
It was lucky to meet so many dolphin teachers, wasn't it?
When you come to Hawaii again, please join us! All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit!

MAHALO!
Dolphin Office

ALOHA ! Mac 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。
100%野生、100%自然を相手にするツアーだからこそ感じられる、
少し機嫌の悪い海や、突然現れてくれるイルカやクジラ!!
たくさんのイルカ先生と出会えたことがラッキーでしたね♪
あたハワイへお越しの際はえひご参加ください!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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Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkeling Tour & BBQ Lunch with Waikiki Pickup

Good but one thing

Reviewed by: Tyler

The trip was EXTREMELY fun but if i had to change one thing, it would have been to actually swim with the turtles instead if just seeing them. Other than that the food was fresh, crew was funny, and it really is worth every penny!

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イルカ中学 野生のイルカ&ウミガメシュノーケリングクルーズ 高速ボートでイルカ遭遇率アップ!<少人数制/ワイキキ&コオリナ送迎可/日本語/ランチ付き>

There is a world of dreams beyond Disney! ディズニー以外にも夢の世界はあった!

Reviewed by: 第?期イルカ中学卒業生

I came to Hawaii for the first time and was enjoying myself in Waikiki. Then I participated in a tour at Dolphin School and felt like I encountered what I was looking for in Hawaii. Waikiki is also a lot of fun, but for those who want to see the true face of Hawaii, I definitely recommend participating.

私は初めてハワイに来て、ワイキキで楽しんでいました。それからイルカ中学のツアーに参加して私がハワイに求めていた事に出会った気がしました。ワイキキもとても楽しいですが、本当のハワイの姿を見てみたいと思った方は是非参加する事を推めます。

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ALOHA! To the graduates of the Dolphin Middle School,

Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School. It truly is a dream world of nature! Please join us again when you come to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!

MAHALO!
Dolphin Office, SAKI

ALOHA ! 第?期イルカ中学卒業生さま

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。
まさに大自然の夢の世界!ですよね!!
また、ハワイへお越しの際は是非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 SAKI

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Posted on: 2017/03/15
Activity Date: 2017/03/12

サンドバー キャプテンブルース 天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも!<午前・午後/日本語クルー>

Full of fun!! 楽しさ満点!!

Reviewed by: k&a

The tour was enjoyable for a wide range of ages, from children to seniors. The snorkeling was disappointing as it wasn't a free experience; we had to swim in a line. Other than that, the friendly atmosphere created by the crew made it a very enjoyable time. Although it was early March and we were blessed with great weather, the water was quite cold, so I felt that some preparation for the cold was necessary.

ツアーの内容としてはお子様からご年配まで幅広く楽しめるものでした。
シュノーケリングは自由に楽しめるものではなく、並んで泳ぐ期待外れなものでした。
それ以外はクルーのフレンドリーな雰囲気でとても楽しく過ごす事が出来ました。
3月上旬でしたが、絶好の天候に恵まれたにも関わらず海の中はかなり寒かったので、寒さ対策が必要と感じました。

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Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Since it is an outdoor tour, we recommend bringing a long-sleeved jacket regardless of the season. Thank you for sharing the information.

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございました。
屋外でのツアーのため季節を問わず参加の際は長袖の上着の持参をお勧めしてます。情報シェアありがとうございました。

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Packages: 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで>
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/03/14
Activity Date: 2017/03/06

サンドバー キャプテンブルース 天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも!<午前・午後/日本語クルー>

I'm glad I went. 行って良かった

Reviewed by: K.J

The colors of the sea were truly beautiful, with green in the shallow areas and a deep blue in the deeper parts.

At the place where we got off the boat, the water level was up to my waist, but it became shallower as we approached the sandbar, eventually reaching about knee height.

There were many participants, and we went out to sea on a two-tiered boat. Each group on the boat had a chance to snorkel while the other group enjoyed light snacks. The snacks included hot dogs and fruits, which were plentiful and delicious.

Since there was a family that was anxious about swimming, we lined up last for snorkeling. Because we were behind everyone, we heard someone in the distance say, "There’s a turtle!" but we couldn’t do anything about it. By the time we returned to the boat, there were people playing with floaties and boards around us, as well as others resting on the boat. I wasn’t sure if the free time was set for each boat, so I just rested for a while, but before I knew it, it was time to depart in about 10 minutes. It was disappointing not to have any time to play. If you want to play after snorkeling, it might be better to swim at the front of the group.

It seemed that we were the only group that didn’t see a turtle, and the captain, knowing this, kindly circled around a bit before returning to shore. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to see the turtle, but I appreciated the thoughtfulness. On the way back, I handed the tip I had prepared to the captain.

During this time of year, the sun is strong, but the water temperature is quite low, so I recommend wearing a rash guard or a hoodie while swimming.

浅いところはグリーン、深くなっているところは濃いブルーと、海の色が本当に綺麗でした。

船を下りた場所では腰まであった水位がサンドバーに近づくほど低くなっていき、一番低くて膝くらいになりました。

参加人数が多く2層の船で沖に出ました。船ごとのグループで、1グループがシュノーケリングの間、もう1グループが軽食をとりました。
軽食はホットドッグやフルーツなど十分な量があり、美味しかったです。

シュノーケリングは、泳ぎに不安な家族がいたので一番最後に並びました。
皆より遅れていたので、遠くで「亀がいるよー」と聞こえましたがどうにも出来ず…。
船に戻った頃には、周りで浮き輪やボードで遊んでいる人と、船で休んでいる人がいました。
船ごとに自由時間が決まっているのかな?と、よくわからなかったのでひとまず休んでいたら、10分程で出発する時間になってしまいました。
遊ぶ時間が無かったのが残念です。シュノーケリング後に遊びたい方は先頭の方で泳いだ方がいいかもしれませんね。

グループで我々だけが亀を見れなかったらしく、それを知った船長さんが陸に戻るまでに少し付近を回ってくださいました。
残念ながら亀の姿は見れませんでしたが、気遣いが嬉しかったです。
帰りには用意していたチップを船長さんにお渡ししました。

この時期、日差しは強いですが水温が結構低いので、ラッシュガードやパーカを着て泳ぐことをお勧めします。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Please come visit us again! We hope you encounter a honu next time!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。
ぜひ!また遊びにいらして下さいね。その時こそはホヌと遭遇出来ますように!

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Posted on: 2017/03/14
Activity Date: 2017/03/07

サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

I got to see a manta ray. It would have been even better if the weather had been nice... マンタに会えた。天気が良ければもっと良かったのに・・・

Reviewed by: jty

Unfortunately, it was cloudy. The weather had been nice until the day before, but it started raining at night, and even after getting on the shuttle bus, the mountains ahead were covered in clouds and the roads were wet. Once on the boat, I felt a chill. However, during the sea turtle watching, I was able to see them up close multiple times, and I even encountered a family of manta rays, which is a rare sight. If only the weather had been nice, it would have been perfect... (The next day was clear.)

あいにくの曇天。
前日までは天気が良かったのに、夜からの雨で、迎えのバスに乗ってからも前方の山には雲がかかり道路は濡れている。船に乗ってからは、寒さを感じるほど。
でも、ウミガメウォッチングでは、間近で何度も見ることができたし、めったに見られないマンタの家族にも会えた。
これで天気が良かったら、最高だったのに…(翌日は、快晴でした)

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Posted on: 2017/03/14
Activity Date: 2017/03/09

サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

A large sea turtle right below us! 大きなウミガメが真下に!

Reviewed by: KENT

On the day of the trip, it was cloudy, so we didn't have the clear skies we hoped for at the sandbar, but considering the weather forecast predicted a "storm," we could say we were lucky.

We landed on the sandbar just after 11 AM (about an hour after low tide), and the water level was about knee-deep. After enjoying taking photos and playing water volleyball for about an hour, the water level rose to around mid-thigh when we returned to the boat. It's essential to check the tide levels in advance, as you can't land when it's close to high tide.

The BBQ hamburger for lunch was grilled on the boat, creating a great atmosphere and it tasted good.

During the post-lunch sea turtle watch, we spotted a few from the boat, but it was truly moving to see a large sea turtle swimming right below us during snorkeling. However, it was a bit cold.

The Japanese tour guide, Yukiko (I believe), was cheerful and very good at talking, and she was very kind, taking various photos of our family.

I highly recommend this tour.

当日は曇り空で、快晴のサンドバーとはいきませんでしたが、天気予報が「嵐」だったことからすれば、ラッキーと言えるでしょうか。
午前11時過ぎ(干潮時刻から約1時間後)にサンドバーに上陸しましたが、水かさはひざ下程度でした。小一時間ほど写真を撮ったり水上バレーボールを楽しんだ後、船に戻る際にはひざ上程度になりました。満潮に近いと上陸できないので、事前に潮位を調べておくことが不可欠です。
昼食のBBQハンバーガーは船上で肉を焼くので、雰囲気がよく味も良かったです。
食後のウミガメウォッチでは船上から数匹見つけましたが、その後のシュノーケルの際に大きなウミガメが真下を泳いでいて、とても感動的でした。でもちょっと寒かったです。
日本人添乗員のユキコさん(だったと思います)は明るくとても話し上手で、我々家族の写真も色々と撮ってくれるなど、とても親切でした。
おすすめのツアーです。

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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: Families
Posted on: 2017/03/13
Activity Date: 2017/02/28

サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

It was fun. 楽しかった

Reviewed by: chika

It was beautiful as expected, but it felt like the sea was a bit dirtier compared to the past! The boats were newer and more comfortable than before.

やっぱり綺麗でした、昔に比べたら少し海が汚れた気がしました!
昔に比べて、船が新しくなってて快適でした。

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Posted on: 2017/03/13
Activity Date: 2017/03/11

Hanauma Bay Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide & Waikiki Transportation

So many Fish

Reviewed by: Jessica

Great expert instruction for a true beginner. Even saw a sea turtle in early march. So glad I opted to rent a wet suit.

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Hi guys, glad you had fun. Hope we see you again. Dan.

  • HANUAMA BAY

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Posted on: 2017/03/12
Activity Date: 2017/03/09

Hanauma Bay Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide & Waikiki Transportation

Absolutely Fabulous Experience

Reviewed by: LATOYAYE

This was our first experience with snorkeling...but I was convinced that we could not go to Oahu and not see the ocean life for ourselves. Dan and Cheiko were great.

We paid for a group of 5 (3 adult, 2 children). We had to pay the full price to have my grandmother brought along, even though she was not participating. With that said it was suppose to be just our small group to the two guides. This was especially important to me as the two children could swim and the adults in our group could NOT swim well. It turned out two others joined us, so Chieko was mostly their guide and Dan was with the four of us. It was raining that day, so my grandmother was not able to come observe (so paid and not used). Although I was not expecting a refund for her experience necessarily, I was a little put off that we were then charged extra for the optional wet suits to keep us warm (given the weather that day). That really is the only thing I would improve, but given the nature of the business, that may be challenging.

Otherwise, it was FANTASTIC! Dan was amazingly patient and made the experience great. The children, although swimmers, panicked with the snorkel equipment and sea animals. The adult limited swimmers had a blast! Even on a dreary, rainy day. LOL! they took awesome pictures that we were easily able to download from their social media page, so one less thing to worry about doing especially given first time out. I would definitely recommend this experience no matter what skill level, it will not disappoint.

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Hi guys, hope we see you again on a nice sunny day. Dan and Chieko.

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Posted on: 2017/03/11
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Hanauma Bay Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide & Waikiki Transportation

Tons of Fish

Reviewed by: Jessica

Excellent professional instruction for true beginner.Great guide in the water. We saw tons of fish. Lucky enough to have seen a sea turtle in early March. So glad I rented a wet suit.

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Hi Jessica, glad you enjoyed. Hope we see you again. Dan.

  • HANUAMA BAY

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Posted on: 2017/03/10
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サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

It was really great! めっちゃよかったです!

Reviewed by: ハワイ初心者

I signed up on-site at the last minute, but I received a confirmation email right away, which made it easy to plan. The crew was very lively, engaging with everyone and checking to see if everyone was having fun, which I thought was impressive. I felt motivated to participate again.

現地で急遽申し込んだのですが、すぐに予約確定のメールも届き、予定が立てやすかったです。
クルーの方々のノリもよく、全員に声をかけ、みなが楽しんでるか確認しながら進めていたので凄いなーと思って見ていました。
また、参加したいと思えました。

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Posted on: 2017/03/10
Activity Date: 2017/03/07

2.5-Hour Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour, Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

Wonderful

Reviewed by: Bob and Jabez

My 15 year old son and I had a wonderful sail and snorkel trip. The 3 person crew took great care of us and we got to see turtles, fish and whales. Very thankful for the cruise. Highly recommend them.

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Posted on: 2017/03/09
Activity Date: 2017/03/06

サンドバー天使の海 シュノーケリング&ウミガメウォッチクルーズ 船上のBBQグリルで焼くハンバーガーランチ付き!<午前/日本語クルー>

I guess this is it... こんなもんかな。。。

Reviewed by: ミルク

It seems that it was the rainy season, and the weather wasn't very good, which contributed to a less than satisfactory experience... When I saw it on TV, I thought it might feel like standing in the ocean, but when I got off the boat, I was submerged up to my chest in cold water, which was surprising and uncomfortable... If the weather had been better, it might have been more exciting... Perhaps the morning timing wasn't ideal either? The light snacks provided were just ham and cheese sandwiches and tortilla chips, which was a bit disappointing. Well, I wasn't expecting much in that regard, but still... During the sea turtle watching, I felt like I was peeking through gaps from behind everyone else, and I didn't even get to take any photos. It was disappointing, especially since I had high expectations.

時季的に雨季にあたるようで、お天気があまり良くなかった所為もあり、いまいちでした…テレビで見た時は、海の中に立っている気分なのかなという気がしてましたが、船から降りる時は胸まで水に浸かって、冷たいやら、ビックリで…お天気が良かったら、もう少し盛り上がったかも……時間帯も朝だったから良くなかったのかな?付いている軽食も、ハムとチーズだけのサンドウィッチとトルティーヤチップスだけで、えーって感じでした。まぁ、そこはそんなに期待していたワケではないですが…ウミガメウォッチングも、みんなの後ろから隙間を覗くようで、写真を撮るところまでいきませんでした。期待が大きかった分、残念でした。

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Posted on: 2017/03/09
Activity Date: 2017/02/27

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

A Great Tour

Reviewed by: HulaHoney

The staff was great. If you get tired of kayaking they can tow you in. We snorkeled along some rocks. We saw a turtle and fish. It was nice to get out of Waikiki. The lunch was great too. One of the guides took pictures then shared them with us.

I would do this tour again.

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Aloha,
Thank you so much for joining us, and for taking the time to post an awesome review for us. We always love to hear everybody's feedback from their trip with us. I'm so glad you had a great experience with us, and we look forward to seeing you again! Mahalo nui loa.

Andy

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Packages: 3-Hour Guided Kayak and Snorkel Tour with BBQ Lunch
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Posted on: 2017/03/08
Activity Date: 2017/02/27

West Coast Explorer - Land Tour & Beach Snorkel (from Ko Olina / Waikiki)

West Side

Reviewed by: HulaHoney

I enjoyed the sea cave and the snorkel. Our guide took great measures to ensure our safety while snorkeling. We had a small tour with only 4 people.

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Glad to know you enjoyed!!!
Please come back when you come next time :)

Aloha!
Akima

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Posted on: 2017/03/08
Activity Date: 2017/03/02

2.5-Hour Waikiki Guided Turtle Snorkel Tour, Snacks & Drinks - Holokai Catamaran

FUN!

Reviewed by: HulaHoney

The crew was helpful. There were 7 large sea turtles out waiting to greet us. One of the crew members was in the water with us to keep us safe. We had a great time.

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Posted on: 2017/03/08
Activity Date: 2017/03/03
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