All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

It was January, winter, with low temperatures and strong winds, along with occasional rain. It was just cold. When it rained like a downpour, it was a hellish scene. Nothing was enjoyable. I wasted both time and money. I should have researched the timing and weather properly. I recommend making reservations on-site based on the weather.

However, I have set a goal to definitely seek revenge on my next trip to Hawaii.

時期が1月と言う冬で、気温が低めでかつ天気は強風&時々雨。
とにかく寒い。スコールみたいに降った時は地獄絵図でした。
何も楽しくなかったです。時間とお金を無駄に浪費しました。
時期と天気はしっかり調べるべきでした。
天気を判断して、現地で予約をオススメします。

しかし次回のハワイは絶対リベンジしようと目標は決めれました。

This was my second time participating. We were the only Japanese people, but even if you can't speak English, they can communicate in simple Japanese, and if you're not allergic to English, I think you can manage with gestures (laughs). I will upload a photo taken when we arrived at the snorkeling point after heading out to sea. The water and sky were both very beautiful and soothing. Life jackets and snorkeling sets (without fins) are included in the cost and are provided for free. This time, we were lucky enough to see three sea turtles! It was late December, but since I was wearing a long-sleeved rash guard, I didn't feel cold and enjoyed it. After snorkeling, free water and snacks (like chips and cookies) are distributed. I had two cups of sparkling water (I think it was $3 each). Payment is made all at once after arrival (I paid $10 including tips). On the way back, the boat rocked so much that it felt like a banana boat, which entertained the passengers (laughs), but the inside of the boat was flooded. There were about two people who seemed to be seasick and were feeling exhausted, but the staff kindly helped them by letting them smell some aromatherapy. I had a great time again. I will definitely participate next time I go to Hawaii!

2回目の参加です。日本人は私達だけですが英語が話せなくても簡単な日本語は話してくれますし、英語アレルギーが無ければ身振り手振りでも何とかなると思います（笑）。沖まで出てシュノーケルポイントに到着した時の写真をアップロードします。海の中も空もとてもキレイで癒されました。ライフジャケットとシュノーケルセット（足ひれ無し）は費用に含まれているので無料で配布されます。今回は運が良くウミガメ３匹を見る事ができました！12月下旬でしたが長袖のラッシュガードを着ている事もあり寒さを感じる事無く楽しめました。シュノーケル後は無料でお水やお菓子（チップスやクッキーなど）が配られます。私は有料のスパークリング（3ドルだったかな？）を2杯もらいました。支払いは到着後まとめて払います（私はチップ込で10ドル払いました）。帰りはバナナボートかと思うくらい大きく揺らして乗客を楽しませてくれたので（笑）船内は大洪水でした。2人位船酔いのようでぐったりしている方がいましたがスタッフの方がアロマを嗅がせたり優しく対応をしていました。今回もとても楽しめました。次回ハワイに行く時も、必ず参加します！！

This was a really great experience. Uncle Dave-the captain, Shane, and Rider all made the trip educationall, fun, and really put us all at ease. I was amazed at how many sharks we saw!

This was one of the best experiences of my life!

A pod of dolphins came by twice, and we could hear their calls. We also saw a whale's back and a sea turtle. It was amazing. The cheeseburger that the captain made was delicious too.

イルカの群れが2回も来てくれて、鳴き声も聴こえました。クジラの背中もウミガメも見れました。サイコーでした。船長さんが作ってくれたチーズバーガーも美味しかっです。

During this trip to Hawaii, I enjoyed snorkeling for the first time and, feeling adventurous, I booked this tour online while I was there. As mentioned in other people's experiences, we had a great time with our cheerful guide (a Japanese woman). We were able to spot sea turtles multiple times. The main area, the ocean of heaven, had water up to my waist, but it was shallow enough to walk, so it was fine. There were mostly newlyweds, and since the guide was taking pictures for them, my husband and I also had some taken. There were comments about the sandwiches being meager, so I’ll post a photo. American sandwiches are usually like that, but they were filling and delicious. I would like to join again, aiming for low tide.

今回のハワイ旅行で、初めてスノーケリングを楽しみ、調子に乗って、現地でネットで今回のツアーを申し込みました。
他の方の体験談にもあった通り陽気なガイドさん(日本人女性)に乗せられて、楽しく過ごせました。
ウミガメも何回も目撃に成功しました。
メインの天国の海は腰まで水があったのですが、歩けるくらいでしたので、良しとすべきでしょう。
ほとんど新婚さんで、ガイドさんに写真を撮ってもらっていたので、私たち夫婦も負けずに撮ってもらいました。
サンドイッチが貧相だったという意見もあったので、写真を投稿します。アメリカのサンドイッチはあんなもんですが、ボリューム満点で美味しかったですよ。
また干潮をねらって参加したいと思います。

There were nearly 40 participants in the early morning tour, which felt quite large. The pick-up time was perfect. We received explanations in Japanese from a very friendly staff member, and upon arriving at the port, we received rental gear and changed into wetsuits. About 10% of the participants were foreigners, with the majority being Japanese.

As soon as the boat set off, the staff introduced themselves, and we encountered dolphins! However, in a good way, we were not allowed to touch or chase the dolphins. It was more about observing the pod swimming from the water.

When there are many people from other tours nearby, it creates a significant number of humans spread out in the water, making it hard for the dolphins to come close. While this is understandable, I felt that for those who are satisfied, it could be a very rare experience. Honestly, I couldn't shake the feeling of swimming closely with the dolphins as I had imagined. Perhaps my expectations were too high. If you want that experience, a private tour might be necessary, as nearly 40 people felt like too many. While it might be necessary for efficiency, I wished for a smaller group to approach the dolphins without startling them.

We dove twice, and during the first dive to get close to the dolphins, we spent about 30 minutes in the water, which left many women feeling quite groggy. There were many beginners in snorkeling, so I recommend taking motion sickness medication or purchasing and wearing a motion sickness band. There were quite a few people on the boat who looked exhausted, so please make sure to prepare adequately for warmth.

早起きの部で、合計４０名近くでのツアー参加者が居ましたがこれがとっても多いんじゃないかなと感じました。。
送迎時間はピッタリ。とても気さくなスタッフさんから日本語で説明を受け、港に着いたらレンタルグッズをもらいウェットスーツに着替えます。海外の方は１割程度とほぼ日本人。。
船が出向してすぐにスタッフさんの自己紹介を終えるとイルカに遭遇！！

ただし、良い意味でイルカには触ってはいけないし追いかけてもいけません！！あくでもイルカの群れが泳いでいるのをこちらも海中から覗き見るという感じです。

なので他のツアーの方などが近くにいると相当な数の人間が海に広がっているのでイルカもなかなか近寄ってくれません。当然といえば当然かもですが。。。
それでも満足な方であれば非常に稀有な経験ができると思いましたが、正直想像していたよりも近くで泳ぐイルカと一緒に泳げている感覚にはなれませんでした。
ちょっと期待値が高すぎたかなと。それを望むならプライベートツアーじゃないと無理かもしれませんが、４０名近くはさすがに多すぎるように思いました。効率を考えると仕方ないかもしれませんが、本当にイルカを驚かせないように近づいてもらうためにはもっと少人数のツアーだとよかったなと感じました。
２回ダイブするのですが、１回目のイルカに近寄るダイブで３０分くらい海に浸かっているのでこの時点で相当数な女性がグロッキー状態になっておりました。シュノーケリング初心者の方が多かったそうですが、酔い止め薬を飲んでおいたり酔い止めバンドを購入して装着しておくことをお勧めしますよ。船上でもはいてる方やぐったりしている方は多かったので、防寒対策もしっかりとご準備ください。

Was lots of fun - the divers/guides with us were great. Only negative was that it was a little choppy on the day and my husband ended up getting seasick while waiting for others to complete their turn. This though ended up a positive as it helped with bringing more fish closer to the boat! Next time we would be more prepared and take seasick tablets beforehand. Also I had tried scuba diving in the past and had problems "equalizing", thus could not move far from the diving platform. The underwater scooter experience has helped me overcome my previous fears of underwater adventures. An awesome time was had despite the seasickness.

It was written that snorkeling could be done during the waiting time, and although it was more expensive than other sites without snorkeling, I applied thinking I could snorkel as well. In reality, the explanation was insufficient, and the guide who could somewhat speak Japanese was unfriendly. There were no prior instructions for the underwater scooter, so I ended up not knowing when to snorkel. I would like a refund for the snorkeling fee.

待ち時間にシュノーケリングが出来ると書いてあり、他社サイトのシュノーケリング無しより高かったがシュノーケリングも出来ると思い、申し込みました。
実際は説明も不十分ですし、日本語がなんとなく話せるガイドは感じ悪く、水中スクーターの事前の順番の指示もない為、シュノーケリングをするタイミングがわからいまま、終了しました。
シュノーケリング代分返して欲しいです。

Had a great time! As others have said, lots of wait time but you can spend it sunning or snorkeling. We had read the other reviews and knew to take Dramamine. Many others had not and felt sick. We felt great and would recommend this activity. Bought the photo video combo. Great work - only disappointment was we were missing solo wife pics. Still a great value.

- First of all, on the morning of the event, a Japanese staff member made a morning call to our hotel room to inform us again about the meeting time and place, and I was pleasantly surprised by their attentive service.

- The guidance and advice during the bus ride were also excellent and showed a high level of professionalism! They provided important safety tips for being in the ocean (like avoiding contact with sea turtles due to potential fines and bacteria) and suggested not to sleep during certain hours to avoid seasickness, which was very considerate and reassuring. Announcements were made in both English and Japanese, so even those who are not confident in English can feel at ease.

- Once we boarded the boat, the hospitality of the crew was absolutely amazing! They struck a perfect balance between giving us space and being cheerful and engaging, while also being incredibly attentive and considerate. I believe it's rare to find such high-quality service even in various customer service settings within Japan. (I somehow became a fan, and honestly, I wasn't that interested in dolphins or the ocean, but since returning home, I've been following Dolphin & You's Instagram constantly.)

- We were lucky enough to encounter a pod of spinner dolphins right away! Also, it was my first time snorkeling, but it wasn't too difficult.

- Even if you don't see dolphins, you'll definitely leave satisfied with the crew's dance performances on the boat, activities like the water trampoline and air slide, and the delicious burgers grilled right there on the spot.

- By the way, I have a terrible tendency to get seasick, so unfortunately, I couldn't stay in the water for long and spent more time on the boat, but I still had a great time. I had the burger after getting back to the hotel when it was cold, but it was still fantastic! It's one of the best burgers I've ever had in Hawaii. The buns are purple, which is surprising, but they taste great without any weirdness (laughs).

・まず、当日の朝、日本人スタッフの方がホテルの部屋に、改めて集合時間や集合場所を知らせるモーニングコールをしてくださって、丁寧な仕事に良い意味でびっくり

・移動のバスの中での案内やアドバイスもプロファッショナリティを感じる素晴らしいものでした！海の中での注意（罰金を取られるしバクテリアもいるから海亀には接触禁止、とか）や、船酔いになりやすくなるから出来れば移動中◯時〜◯時は眠らない方が良いですよ、とかも凄く丁寧だし安心感が持てます。英語と日本語両方でアナウンスがあるので英語に自信がなくても安心。

・いよいよ船に乗り込んでからのクルーの皆さんのホスピタリティが素晴らし過ぎて！ほどよく放っておいて下さって陽気に接してくださるのですが、実は気配り目配り気遣いがすごい！日本国内のあらゆる接客サービスでもこれだけのものはなかなかないと思えるほど。（なんだかファンになってしまって、正直そこまでイルカや海に興味がなかったのに、帰国してからドルフィン&ユーのインスタずっとフォローしてます）

・ハシナガイルカの群れにも運良くすぐに出会えました！また、初シュノーケリングでしたがそんなに難しくなかったです

・たとえイルカを見られなかったとしても、船上でのクルーのダンスや、水上トランポリン&エアースライダーなどのアクティビティ、その場でグリルして焼く絶品のバーガーなど、絶対満足して帰れます。

・ちなみに私はひどい「波酔い」体質で、残念ながら長く海にはいっていられず、船の上にいる時間が長かったのですが、それでも楽しめました。バーガーも船を降りてホテルに帰ってから冷めたのを頂いたのですがそれでも絶品！ハワイで食べたバーガーの中で1、2を争う美味しさです。バンズが紫色でびっくりしますがクセもなく美味しいです（笑）

I made a reservation because I wanted to swim with dolphins! However, unfortunately, the weather was cloudy... ( ´･ω･) I was worried about whether I could swim with the dolphins, but I was able to swim with them for just a moment!!! I was also able to swim with turtles, which was great! There were plenty of activities like a hula dance show and BBQ, and the crew members were cheerful and made it a lot of fun!

イルカと一緒に泳ぎたくって予約しました！
しかしあいにくの天気で空はくもり。。。( ´･ω･)
イルカと泳げるか不安でしたが一瞬だけですが泳ぐことができました！！！
亀とも泳ぐことができよかったです！
フラダンスショーやBBQともりだくさんでクルーの方々も明るく楽しかったです！

It was such an amazing tour! It was truly moving, and I will definitely go again!

こんなにさいこーなツアーあるんだってくらい！素敵なツアーでした！
ほんとに感動して、また絶対いきます！

Our 2nd time on this trip with captain bobs and another excellent day

As a family of four, this was a fantastic experience with Blue Divers of Hawaii. Our trip in winter was a bit of a windy day. However, our guides had wet suits that we could rent for the snorkeling trip. Saved all of us on that chilly day. Guides were excellent with making everyone comfortable in their masks and keeping us together as a group. Best part was seeing the turtles and the small shark!!

My child was scared to jump off the side of the boat and couldn't do it, but they received gentle support. It was a bit cold on the boat with a wet body, so some measures against the cold might be necessary.

子供が船べりから飛び込むのを怖がって飛び込めなかったのですが、優しくサポートしてもらえました。濡れた体での船の上が少し寒かったので、寒さ対策が必要かも。

The sandbar was knee-deep in shallow areas. Since I participated in January and there was some wind, it was a bit chilly. I had heard that it could be cold on the boat and in the bus on the way there and back, so I brought a jacket and a towel, which made my luggage a bit heavy, but I was able to store it under the seats on the boat, so it wasn't a problem.

At the snorkeling point, a sea turtle came very close to me! That was the most exciting moment.

サンドバーは、浅いところでは膝丈位でした。1月参加というのと、風もあったのでやや肌寒かったです。
船上や行き帰りのバス内が寒いと聞いていたので、上着をもっていったりタオルを持っていったりと、荷物が多くなってしまいましたが、船上の椅子の下にしまうことができるので問題ありませんでした。

シュノーケルポイントでは、ウミガメがすぐ近くまで現れてくれました！それが一番の感動ポイントでした。

４組のイルカが次々と現れて、ほぼ１００頭ぐらいを近くから見れて最高でした。おまけに鯨や海亀も出てきて、感動。スタッフの人たちも一生懸命に場を盛り上げてくれて楽しい時間はあっという間に過ぎたしまいました。日本語を話せるスタッフもいて、ほっとしました。またハワイに行ったら、もう一度参加したいと思います。お勧めです。

I encountered a pod of about 30 dolphins and was able to swim with them up close! I was so moved and excited that I felt like crying underwater. I could even hear the dolphins' calls, and it truly was the best experience of my life.

Considering the price, I believe this experience is worth more than what you pay! The staff, including a funny Japanese lady and other foreign staff, were all really nice and made it so much fun.

It seems that you can't always meet a lot of dolphins every time, but the thrill of the adventure, whether you get to see dolphins or not, is enjoyable enough, especially with the truly beautiful sea and scenery.

During the trip, we also had the chance to go whale watching, and at the snorkeling spot, I encountered several large sea turtles. I was really satisfied!

I heard that due to legal changes, it might not be possible to swim with dolphins directly in the sea this summer, so I hope I can go again before summer. Thank you to all the staff, especially Chinatsu!

30頭程の群れに遭遇して、間近でイルカと泳ぐことができました！感動と興奮で水中で泣きそうになるほどです。水中ではイルカの鳴き声も聞こえて、本当に人生最高の体験ができました。
料金に対して、この体験ができるなら料金以上だと思います！
スタッフは面白い日本人のお姉さんを含め、外国人のスタッフも皆良い人で本当に楽しかったです。
毎回たくさんのイルカに会えるとは限りらないらしいですが、イルカに会えるか会えないかも含めてドキドキしながらの冒険も楽しみと思えるほど本当に綺麗な海と景色に魅了されます。
航海の途中でホエールウォッチングもでき、シュノーケルのスポットでは数頭の大きなウミガメにも出会えました。
本当に大満足でした！
今年の夏には法律の改正で直接海の中でイルカと泳ぐことができなくなるかもしれないらしいので、また夏までに行けたら良いなと思っています。
スタッフの皆さん、チナツさんありがとうございました！

We spent a long time chasing dolphins by boat, so we didn't have enough time to experience SUP or kayaking, but we had fun encountering both dolphins and turtles. A person I met in Hawaii said they participated a week ago and spent two hours searching for dolphins in huge waves, which caused everyone to return, creating a hellish scene, so I think we were lucky.

ボートでイルカを追いかける時間が長かったためＳＵＰやカヤック体験する時間が不足して出来ませんでしたがイルカにも亀にも出会え楽しかったです。ハワイで知り合った方が1週間前に参加したが凄い波の中イルカを2時間も探したせいでみんな戻して地獄絵図だったと言っていたのでラッキーだったと思います。

I borrowed a wet suit for $10, but it was still cold after getting out, so long sleeves and one towel per person are essential. However, I was able to see over 20 dolphins, which made for a fun memory!!!

ウエット$10借りましたがそれでも上がってから寒いので長袖・各自１枚タオル必須です。
しかし２０匹以上のイルカを見ることができ楽しい思い出となりました！！！

I participated in a long-awaited tour to swim with dolphins. An hour before the meeting time, the hotel staff gave us a morning call, confirmed the pickup time and location, and provided explanations, which was very helpful for us since we are not morning people.

The bus that picked us up had a monitor that explained the rules to follow when meeting wild dolphins and how to wear life jackets, allowing us to join the tour without any anxiety. Once we arrived at the port, we used the restroom and boarded the boat to set off!

Onboard, there was a tour guide who spoke Japanese, a photographer, and a lifeguard, all of whom were cheerful and played music, dancing with us. We had a great time without feeling seasick while heading to the dolphin spot. However, for those participating in the winter early morning tour, it might be a good idea to rent a wetsuit due to the cold wind and water temperature.

When we anchored at the dolphin spot, it was finally time to enter the sea! Guided by the crew, when I looked down, I saw a large group of dolphins swimming gracefully within reach. I was so moved when they came right beneath us that I got goosebumps! They came close to us about four times, and I was healed by the sight of the baby dolphins and their squeaky sounds.

Later, while we were heading to the next snorkeling spot, we encountered a pod of whales! We were lucky to see them blowing water and raising their tails just 50 meters away. When we arrived at the next spot and went snorkeling, we were able to see a mother and baby sea turtle swimming on a large rock. They were so cute, and as I watched them from above, time flew by. There were also kayaks, stand-up paddleboards, and a slide from the boat available, and everyone seemed to be enjoying themselves.

When we returned to the boat, the captain was grilling hamburgers for us, and having lunch surrounded by the great nature of mountains and the sea was incredibly delicious. On the way back to the port, they even played the ukulele and performed hula dancing, and the kind and cheerful staff made the tour even more enjoyable. It was truly a fantastic experience!

念願のイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加しました。
集合時間の1時間前にホテルにモーニングコールをしてきて下さり、ピックアップ時間や場所の最終確認など事前に説明して下さり、朝が苦手な私達にとってはとても助かりました。
迎えに来たバスにはモニターがついていて、野生のイルカに会う上で守らなければならない事や、ライフジャケットの着方について説明して下さり、不安なくツアーに参加できました。
港に着くと、トイレを済ませて船に乗り込み出発！
船上には日本語ができるツアーガイド、カメラマン、ライフセーバーがいたのですが、とにかく陽気で音楽を掛けてダンスをしたりしてくれたり、イルカのスポットに行くまでの間、船酔いすることなく楽しい時間を過ごせました。ただ冬の早朝便で参加される方は風も水温も冷たいため、ウェットスーツをレンタルした方がいいかもです。
イルカがいるスポットに船を停泊させて、いよいよ海へ！
クルーに案内されて下を見てみると、イルカの大群が手の届きそうなところで優雅に泳いでいて、私たちの真下にきてくれた時は鳥肌がたつくらい感動しました！その後も4回くらい近くへ来てくれて、子供のイルカやキューキューという鳴き声に癒されました。
その後、次のシュノーケリングスポットへ船を走らせていると、なんとクジラの群れに遭遇！潮を吹いて、尾ひれを上げている様子がすぐ50M先で見ることができてラッキーでした！
次のスポットへ到着してシュノーケリングをしていると、大きな岩の上で泳いでいるウミガメの親子を見ることができました。とてもかわいくてボーッと上の方から眺めているとあっという間に時間が過ぎてしまいましたが、他にもカヤック、スタンドアップパドル、船からの滑り台など用意されていて、みなさんそれぞれ楽しんでいるようでした。
船に戻るとキャプテンがハンバーガーをグリル機で焼いて待っていてくれて、大自然の山と海に囲まれながら食べるはランチは最高においしかったです。
港に帰る船上でもウクレレを持ってフラダンスしてくれたり、親切で明るいスタッフの方々がツアーを更に盛り上げて下さって本当に楽しかったです！！

In January, I participated in a tour with my fourth-grade child. Most of the participants were Japanese.

First, after arriving at the port and before boarding the boat, we had to put on fins and wetsuits. If the sizes don’t fit on the first try, it can get hectic, so I recommend acting quickly, including using the restroom after getting off the bus.

Shortly after departure, we spotted a pod of dolphins, which was exciting. However, since the pod was large and scattered, it was difficult to see, so we spent some time looking for another group of dolphins. It took a while, but I appreciated the cheerful performance by the staff, which made the waiting time enjoyable.

Finally, we found a pod! After a brief explanation of snorkeling, we, as first-timers, cautiously entered the water. For a while, we were just trying to get used to the water, but we were able to see the dolphins three times. It was a strange yet moving experience to see wild dolphins swimming right in front of me in the deep sea!

After swimming with the dolphins, we moved to a different location for free time and activities. Snorkeling in an area with many tropical fish was also very enjoyable. We were lucky enough to see a sea turtle as well. Due to our fatigue from snorkeling and the chilly January weather, we couldn’t fully enjoy our free time, but I think if the timing was better and we had more experience and stamina, we could have had even more fun.

Overall, I felt the staff's desire to create wonderful memories in Hawaii, and I was very satisfied because I was able to have the experiences I had hoped for!

１月に小４の子連れでツアーに参加しました。参加者はほぼ日本人でした。
まず港に着いてから船に乗るまでの間に足ヒレやウェットスーツを着用するのですが、１回でサイズが合わないと慌ただしくなってしまうので、下車後はトイレを含め素早い行動をお勧めします。
出港まもなくイルカの群れを発見して期待に胸が高鳴ります。しかし群れが大きい（まとまりがなくて見にくい）とのことで、しばらく他のイルカの群れを探すことに。探すのに時間はかかりましたが、スタッフの陽気なパフォーマンスで待ち時間を楽しく過ごすことができて感謝でした。
そして、ついに群れを発見！簡単にシュノーケリングの説明を受け、シュノーケリング初体験の我々は恐る恐る入水。しばらくは水に慣れるのに精いっぱいという状態でしたが、計３回の群れを見ることができました。かなり深い海に浮かんでいる自分の目の前を、野生のイルカの群れが泳いでいくというのは、不思議な感覚というか、やはり感動しました！
イルカと泳いだ後は、場所を変えてアクティビティ等の自由時間です。熱帯魚の多い場所で、ここでのシュノーケリングも非常に楽しかったです。運よくウミガメも見ることができました。我々は初体験のシュノーケリングによる疲れと、１月で肌寒かったこともあって、自由時間を十分満喫できたとは言えませんが、時期が良くて経験と体力があれば、もっと楽しめたと思います。
全体を通してスタッフの「ハワイで良い想い出を」という気持ちが伝わり、実際に期待していた経験ができたので、非常に満足でした！

We had a great trip! lots of fun, great weather. The water was a little murky, was hoping it would be clearer but we saw lots of turtles & that was awesome We loved the cruise up past Diamondhead - perfect leghth of tim to enjoy but not get bored. I do think $60 was a little too high for what we got but I will also say my whole family incl 2 teens loved the trip & that made it worth it to me :)
Non alcoholic drinks should be included I think - soda or water at least! The snacks were a nice touch tho. Really enjoyed our outing & would do it again for sure. Great crew too & kocation was perfect for us to walk to from our hotel.

The weather was bad, so I couldn't fully enjoy the scenery as seen in the photos, but thanks to the skillful photography of the tour guide, I was able to take my favorite pictures.

The lunch was delicious, and I was very satisfied.

天気が悪くて、写真でみる様な景色を満喫できませんでしたが、
添乗員の方の上手な撮影でお気に入りの写真を撮ることが出来ました。

昼食も美味しかったですし、とっても満足しました。

It was so great that I can't express it in words!! The locals were handsome, I heard the dolphins' voices, and I was so happy to see so many dolphins!! *\(^o^)/*

言葉じゃいい表せないぐらいよかった！！
現地の人イケメンだし、イルカの声聞いちゃったし、
イルカ沢山見れてよかったぁぁぁ*\(^o^)/*

Everything was exactly as promised. I booked this for myself, 46 yr old mom and my family of 4, kids ages 13, 11 and 9 and Hubby. I chose this tour based on the pick-up time from our hotel and the hot lunch. Other tours had earlier times and offered cold cuts. We took the tour from the Sheraton Waikiki.
The boat and snorkeling equipment were in good condition - the location was amazing and just like the brochure.
The hamburgers were satisfying - we were happy to eat them.
We saw about a dozen Sea Turtles - this made my kids very happy.
The reef snorkle was great for me - but felt short.
Staff was excellent, very helpful and congenial - one even played a guitar during lunch - keeping the ambiance light and loose. They managed boat safety and maneuvering well.
You do not need to have athletic ability- just know how to breath and float and you can enjoy it. The seas were extremely mild and I did not get sick or feel nauseous as I am prone to.

The bus did break down headed up Likelike hwy. The tour operators had a replacement bus on site in about 15 minutes so the inconvenience was minimal. They didn't exactly keep us well appraised of the situation but it was managed well- enough.

It was my first time in Hawaii and my first time snorkeling. I joined the 9 AM pickup, and I thought the chances of seeing dolphins were low, but as soon as I jumped into the water, I encountered dolphins. I barely had time to get used to snorkeling and was just managing to put my face in the water, but I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close.

My fourth-grade child was scared for the first five minutes, but the staff helped, and after that, they enjoyed it.

I took motion sickness medication, but I still got seasick. Besides snorkeling, we could also do hula, kayaking, and SUP, but I was so exhausted that I couldn't focus on anything else. When I asked the staff, they said that the dolphin middle school only offered snorkeling, so if I participate again, I think I would prefer the middle school option.

There were two Japanese staff members along with the Hawaiian staff, which made me feel reassured. They also helped to create a fun atmosphere, and despite feeling seasick, it was an enjoyable time.

初ハワイ、初シュノーケリングでした。
9時頃ピックアップの便に参加で、イルカに会える確率は低いのかなと思いましたが、海に飛び込んですぐにイルカに遭遇。シュノーケリングに慣れる暇もなく、水に顔をつけるのがやっとでしたが、なんとかイルカやウミガメを間近に見ることができました。
小４の子供も最初の5分はおびえていましたが、スタッフが助けてくれて、その後は堪能していました。

酔い止め薬飲んでいきましたが、船酔いしてしまいました。
シュノーケリングの他、フラ、カヤックやSUPもできましたが、疲れきってしまい、それどころではなく…。
スタッフに聞くと、イルカ中学のほうはシュノーケリングだけとのことだったので、次回参加することがあれば、中学でいいかなと思いました。
ハワイアンスタッフの他、日本人スタッフが2人いて、安心できました。また、いろいろ盛り上げてくれて、船酔いしながらも楽しいひと時でした。

The water was shallow, just above the ankles. It wasn't completely dry land, but the good weather and the feeling of standing in the middle of the sea was very strange and became a wonderful memory. The staff were also very friendly and took a lot of photos, which made me happy. I didn't participate in snorkeling since I can't swim, but they lent me a float, so I was able to enjoy myself! The boat's restroom was also clean, which was a plus. I would love to join again.

膝下、足首より上の浅さでした。
完全な陸ではなかったけれど、天気も良く海の真ん中で立っている感覚はとても不思議でよい思い出になりました。
スタッフの方々も、写真を進んでたくさんとってくれて嬉しかったです。
シュノーケリングは泳げないので参加しませんでしたが、浮き輪をかしてくれるので楽しめました！
船のトイレも綺麗だったのも◎
また参加したいです。

I participated in this tour because I wanted to visit the famous sandbar in Oahu. After walking on the sandbar, you can experience snorkeling in the deeper areas around it. There were sea turtles swimming close to the tour boat, and you can also see rays while snorkeling.

When I participated, the tide was somewhat high, so the water depth to the sandbar was about knee-deep, which diminished the experience of the sandbar. I definitely recommend checking the low tide times in advance and trying to participate during low tide if possible.

There are a few GoPro rentals available, so you can also enjoy capturing underwater footage.

オアフ島では有名なサンドバーに行ってみたいということで、このツアーに参加しました。
サンドバーを歩いた後、サンドバー周辺の深くなっているところでシュノーケリングを体験できます。ツアー船になついているウミガメが直ぐ近くを泳いでいたり、シュノーケリングではエイも見ることができます。
参加した時はやや満ち潮の時だったので、サンドバーまでの水深がひざ丈ほどあり、サンドバーの醍醐味は半減でした。是非、事前に干潮の時間を調べ、極力干潮時に参加することをおススメします。
数台ではありますが、Go Proのレンタルもできるので、水中での撮影も楽しめますよ。

I was so excited when I finally saw wild dolphins from the boat. They were jumping around in large groups, and occasionally they even showed off twist jumps like in an aquarium show, which was amazing. Once I got into the water, I only saw a pod of dolphins once, but a huge group swam right underneath me while I was floating! I brought my iPhone in a waterproof case, but I couldn't operate it well underwater, so I couldn't take any photos of the dolphins. If you want to take pictures underwater, I definitely recommend using an underwater camera. I encountered sea turtles several times. They swam right up to where we were floating, and I was worried I might accidentally touch one.

On the boat, the friendly crew kept the atmosphere lively and even showed us a wonderful hula dance. I enjoyed a delicious hamburger for lunch. During the free time for snorkeling, there were plenty of fun options available, like a slide, trampoline, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding.

Since I participated at a discounted rate, I was personally satisfied with the experience, but I think it would have been better if there were a few more opportunities to swim with the dolphins at the regular price. By the way, the crew mentioned that they saw a whale on the way back, but there was no announcement made to the group, so I missed it.

船の上から念願の野生イルカを見れた時にはとてもテンションが上がりました。大勢の群れでピョンピョン飛び跳ねながら、たまに水族館のショーみたいにツイストジャンプまで見せてくれて感激しました。実際海に入ってからは、一度しかイルカの群れを見る事が出来ませんでしたが、自分が浮いてる真下をイルカの大群が泳いでいきました！iPhoneを防水ケースに入れて持って行きましたが、水中ではうまく操作が出来ず携帯ではイルカの写真を撮る事ができませんでした。はやり海中で写真をとるなら水中カメラがオススメです。ウミガメには何度か会えました。私たちがプカプカ浮いている所に泳いでくるので、危うく触れてしまうのではないかとヒヤヒヤしました。
船上ではフレンドリーなクルー達が盛り上げてくれ、素敵なフラダンスを見せてくれました。
ランチのハンバーガーも美味しく頂きました。シュノーケリングの自由時間には、滑り台やトランポリン、カヌー、スタンドアップパドルなどなど、遊べるオプションが充実しています。
モニター価格での参加でしたので、個人的には満足な内容でしたが、一般料金で参加の場合はもう少しイルカと泳ぐポイントが多かったらいいかなと思いました。因みに、帰り際にクルーがクジラも見れたと言っていましたが、特に全体に向けてのお知らせは無かったので私は見ることが出来ませんでした。