Reviewed by: ramune
I didn't expect it to be this much fun. Swimming with sea turtles was highly recommended. They also took photos for us, which we couldn't have done ourselves while on the water, and it was quite a surprising and well-organized tour.
こんなに楽しいと思いませんでした。
ウミガメと一緒に泳いだり、大変お勧めです。
写真も撮って頂き、海の上なので、自分たちではなかなか出来ず、かなりびっくりしたほどよく出来たツアーでした。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/09 |
Reviewed by: わいちゃん
I was amazed by the blueness and clarity of the sea, which exceeded my expectations. The hamburger for lunch was also exquisite, and it was a tour where I could experience the crew's cheerfulness and kindness.
想像以上の海の青さ、透明度に感動しました。ランチのハンバーガーも絶品で、クルーの陽気さ優しさにも触れられるツアーでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/05 |
Reviewed by: さあゆ
As others have shared, there were mostly black fish, but it was great to see the turtles up close. It was cloudy and drizzling, so I had a towel and something to wear over me, but it was still cold in the sea and on the boat. When we went further out, the sun came out and it got warmer, but the cruising was cold and I couldn't feel any elegance... I think it would have been much better if it had been sunny.☆
他の方の体験談の通り黒い魚ばかりでしたが、亀をまじかに見ることができよかったです
曇り空&小雨になってしまいタオルや羽織るものがありましたが、海で冷え船でも寒かったです 沖に行くと晴れ間が差して暖かくなりましたが、クルジーングは寒くて優雅さを感じるどころではなかったです…晴れていたらとても良かったと思います☆
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/06 |
Reviewed by: マハロ☆
We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon and signed up for this tour to create wonderful memories.
We boarded the bus at 6 AM while it was still dark. Inside the bus, our guide Minako kindly explained the highlights of Oahu, the types of dolphins, precautions, and how to use the equipment. For those prone to motion sickness, they provided ginger tablets. They also inquired about renting wetsuits. The rental fee is $10, but I think it's a good idea to rent one for comfort and safety.
After an hour, we finally began boarding to meet the dolphins! The weather was good on the day we participated, but the wind was strong, and we were heading to a different spot than usual.
With some anxiety about whether we would see any dolphins, we set off on our dolphin search! As we scanned the area, we heard our guide shout, "There they are!!" and we all quickly put on our fins and entered the water. We approached quietly to avoid splashing and scaring the dolphins away. Struggling with the unfamiliar fins, we couldn't see them up close this time… and we got back on the boat.
After a few minutes of moving, we encountered a large group of dolphins again! Waiting for the signal, we entered the water. It was hard to keep up, and I thought we might miss them again, but then we heard our guide say, "Look down!" When I looked down, I saw a graceful school of dolphins swimming below! From then on, we were able to swim alongside the dolphins up close, and it was truly moving.
Swimming with the dolphins marked the end of our first hour. Next, we moved to encounter turtles (the second hour). During the move, we encountered several groups of dolphins, which was a lot of fun.
When we arrived at the spot, everyone snorkeled around, searching in their own way. There were many small fish swimming around, and while we were enjoying the search, suddenly a turtle appeared right in front of us! It was of medium size, but very cute, and I was moved to see it up close, almost within reach.
The staff and guides were all very friendly, making the tour enjoyable. On the way back on the bus, we could purchase photos taken by the photographer, so we could relax and fully enjoy the experience without worrying about taking pictures ourselves.
I participated in several tours, but this was the most memorable one during our trip! I highly recommend it for anyone traveling to Hawaii.
新婚旅行でハワイを訪れ、素敵な思い出を作りたくてこちらのツアーに申し込みました。
まだ暗い、朝6時にバスに乗り込み出発です。
バスの中では、ガイドのミナコさんがオアフ島の見所や、イルカの種類や注意事項、用具の使用方法など丁寧に説明してくれます。
酔いやすい方用にジンジャーの酔い止めも下さいました。
ウェットスーツのレンタル希望もこちらで聞かれます。
レンタル料は10ドルですが、借りておくと、寒く無く安全で安心出来るので良いと思います。
1時間後いよいよ、イルカに会いに乗船開始!
私達が参加した日は天候は良かったのですが、風が強くいつもと違うスポットに向かうとの事。
会えるか不安の中、いざイルカ探しの旅へ!
居ないなぁ〜とあたりを見渡すと…ガイドさんのいたー!!という声と合図と共に一斉にフィンをつけて海の中へ。
イルカが逃げてしまうとの事で極力水しぶきを挙げないように近づきます。
慣れないフィンに苦戦し、この時は間近で見られず…再び乗船。
移動する事数分、又してもイルカの大群が!
合図をまって海の中へ。なかなか追いつけず、又ダメかぁ〜と思っていたら、下見て!のガイドさんの声!
下を見ると、優雅に泳ぐイルカの大群が!
それからは間近にイルカ達と一緒に泳ぐ事も出来、本当に感激しました。
イルカと一緒に泳ぐ。ここでイルカ中学1時間目が終了です。
次は亀と出会うべく移動です(2時間目)
移動中も何頭何十頭とイルカの大群に出会い、大変楽しめました。
スポットにつくと、皆思い思いに辺り周辺をシュノーケリングしながら、探します。
小さい魚も沢山泳いでいて、楽しみながらさがしていると、突然目の前に亀先生が!
中位の大きさでしたが、とても可愛いく、手で触れそうな程近くで見る事が出来て感動しました。
スタッフさん、ガイドさん、皆さんとても気さくな方達で楽しくツアーに参加出来ました。
帰りのバスの中で、カメラマンさんが撮った写真も購入する事が出来ますので、写真を取らなきゃと慌てず思い切り楽しめます。
いくつかツアーに参加しましたが、旅行中で一番心に残ったツアーでした!
ハワイ旅行の際には是非☆お勧めです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/10 |
Reviewed by: MAMI
I participated in a morning-only tour! Both my friend and I were not good at diving, so we were nervous until the day of the tour. We were able to see several natural sea turtles from the boat, which got us excited. Even without snorkeling, we could play around in the nearby shallow waters, and I’m really glad we joined! I’m very satisfied. Above all, the crew members were kind and fun! I would love to participate again.
午前中のみのツアーに参加しました!友人も私も潜るのは苦手でしたので、当日までドキドキしていました。船上から天然のウミガメを何匹も見ることが出来、テンションがあがり、シュノーケリングをしなくても、近くの浅瀬で2人でチャプチャプ遊ぶことが出来、参加して良かったです!大満足です。なんといっても、クルーの方々が親切でかつ楽しかったです!また参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/30 |
Reviewed by: jshj
We went out to the middle of the sea on a small boat and were able to walk in the shallow water. There was a Japanese guide, so we enjoyed listening to explanations in Japanese. For lunch, we had hamburgers made by the captain, which we assembled ourselves with bread and vegetables, along with boiled beans.
小さい船で海の真ん中まで行って、浅いところで海水に入って歩くこともできました。日本人ガイドさんもいたので、日本語で解説など聞けて楽しめました。ランチは船長さんが焼いてくれたハンバーグをパンと野菜など自分で挟んで食べるハンバーガーと煮豆など。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/08 |
Reviewed by: yuri
I went on the 30th of December. My evaluation is... well, it's hard to say. The sandbar had beautiful scenery and the sea was stunning, but the lunch BBQ was not what I expected. Contrary to my expectations, it was just one hamburger. At this price, that's too high.
During the trip, it started to rain, and everyone had to run to the bus, which was far away. It was unfortunate for those with children. I wish the bus could come closer.
This tour includes tips, but when getting off the boat, they still asked for tips voluntarily, which left me feeling unsatisfied with the tour overall. However, I was satisfied with the sandbar itself.
年末の30日に行きました。評価は・・ん-なんとも。
サンドバーは景色も海も綺麗ですばらしかったのですが、お昼BBQランチではありません。
予想とは違って、ハンバーガー1個でした。このお値段では高いです。
途中、雨が降ってしまいバスまで皆走って行きましたが、そのバスが遠く子供さん連れの方などお気の毒でした。もっと近くまで来てくれればいいのに。
このツアーはチップも込みなのですが、船を降りるとき任意でチップも要求されあまり満足できないツアーでしたね。サンドバー自体は満足です。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/30 |
Reviewed by: タカちゃん
On December 30th, I participated with my family. We joined to see the sandbar, but on the day of the event, the seawater was up to our knees. The weather was sunny then cloudy, but it was definitely cold. I recommend renting a wetsuit at the sandbar (it's free). Many people were shivering in just their swim trunks.
After that, we started snorkeling following a quite thorough lecture. I've snorkeled many times, but the safety management was well organized, which made me feel secure. We were able to see sea turtles. Personally, I had seen sea turtles for three consecutive days, so I wasn't as moved by it this time.
The food afterward was delicious. I had researched the tide schedule for the sandbar in Japan and found out that the afternoon of the day we participated (I joined in the morning) was when the tide would be the lowest. However, it rained heavily that afternoon, and the wind was strong, so we couldn't really fight against the weather.
The staff were very kind, and it was a satisfying experience. Next time, I would like to try the sandbar again when the tide is low. Thank you, everyone.
12月30日、家族で参加しました。
サンドバーが見たくて参加しましたが当日は膝上あたりまで海水がありました。
天候は晴れのち曇りといった感じでしたが、さすがに寒い。
サンドバーでもウエットスーツを借りることをお勧めします。(無料です)
海パンひとつで震えている人が多かったです。
その後にシュノーケリング、結構十分すぎるくらいのレクチャーの後にスタートです。
何度もシュノーケリングはしていますが、安全性の管理はキチンとしており、安心でした。
ウミガメも見れました。 ただ個人的には、3日連続ウミガメを見ていたので感動は少なかったですが・・
その後のご飯もおいしかったです。
日本でサンドバーの潮の満ち引きを調べて参加したのですが、本当は私たちの参加した日の午後(私は午前中参加)が一番潮が引くとの事でした。
ただその日の午後は大雨で、さらに風が強かったので、なかなか天候には逆らえません。
スタッフのみなさんは非常に親切で満足な体験でした。
今度は潮の引いているときにサンドバーは再度チャレンジしたいです。
皆さん ありがとうございました。
Aloha! Thank you very much for spending the end of 2014 on this Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We appreciate you sharing various information during the tour. The sandbar takes on different appearances depending on the day and time. Please come back and visit us again! Mahalo!!
アロハ!2014年尾締めくくりをこのキャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーでお過ごし頂き本当にありがとうございます。
色々とツアーでの情報をシェアして頂きありがとうございます。
サンドバーはその日、その時間で様々な表情となります。ぜひ!また遊びにいらしてくださいね。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/30 |
Reviewed by: タカちゃん
Four days ago, my family graduated from Dolphin Junior High. I had heard that the sea was very cold, so I wore a rash guard. We gathered early in the morning, around 6 AM, and after about an hour on the bus, we arrived at the port. We also borrowed wetsuits and set off. Within just 5 to 10 minutes on the boat, we spotted the dolphins.
Under the guidance of the class representative, we started snorkeling and quickly encountered dozens of dolphins. It was so exciting to see baby dolphins as well. I couldn't believe how many dolphins we were able to see...
In the second hour, we also saw many sea turtles. When they came up for air, I could reach out and almost touch them (though of course, I didn't).
At the end, we were even able to see a whale from the boat. It was such an exhilarating experience. The class representative's explanations were interesting, and I purchased a DVD of the photos taken for $50, which I don't think is expensive at all. The quality is beautiful, and it's hard to capture those moments on my own.
We arrived at the hotel by lunchtime, so while waking up early was tough, we made great use of our time. I highly recommend it. My family of three is still buzzing with excitement. Next time, we're aiming for Dolphin University!
4日前に家族でイルカ中学を卒業してきました。
海が非常に冷たいと口コミであったので、ラッシュガードも着用して臨みました。
朝が早く6時過ぎに集合。眠いなか、約1時間バスに揺られて港に到着。スウェットスーツも借りて、いざ出港。 ボートに揺られてわずか5~10分でイルカ先生発見。
すぐに学級委員の指示のもと、シュノーケリング開始。 すぐに数十匹のイルカ先生に会えました。
子供のイルカも見れて、とても興奮。
こんなにイルカがたくさん見れるなんて・・・
さらに2時間目にはホヌにもたくさん会えました。
呼吸するために上にあがってくるホヌに手を伸ばしたら触れるくらいでした。
(もちろん触ってはいませんが)
最後は船内でなんとクジラを見ることができたのです。
すごく興奮した授業でした。
学級委員の説明も面白く、また写真を撮ってもらったものを50ドルでDVDを購入しましたが、わたしは決して高くないと思います。きれいな仕上がりで、なかなか自分では撮れません。お昼にはホテルに到着するので、早起きはつらいけどもとても時間も有効に使えます。是非おすすめです。
家族3人いまだに興奮が冷めない状態です。 次回はイルカ大学入学だ!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: ミルーク
Unfortunately, it was high tide instead of low tide, but it was still very moving. I was able to see sea turtles up close.
However, it was really cold due to the strong wind, so I recommend bringing something to keep warm, like a windbreaker in addition to a bath towel.
残念ながら干潮ではなく満潮時だったのですが、それでもすごく感動でした。
ウミガメも近くで見ることができました。
ただ風が強くて本当に寒かったので、バスタオルの他にウインドブレーカーなど、暖をとれるものを持って行くことをオススメします。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour the other day. Since it's a tour in nature, the sandbar varies in appearance depending on the day. Please come back to Hawaii to visit the sandbar in its different forms. We look forward to that day with the sea turtles!!
アロハ!先日は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。
大自然の中でのツアーですので、日によってサンドバーは様々な表情となります。ぜひまたハワイにお越しの際は違った表情のサンドバーに会いに遊びにいらしてくださいね。
その日をウミガメとともにお待ちしてます!!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/31 |
Reviewed by: いずきん
The warning that the ship might sway didn't apply at all due to the great weather. I wasn't sure what the restroom situation was like, but there was one at the port before departure, and on the sea, there was one on the ship. From there, we could start our walks, meals, and snorkeling, so there was nothing to worry about.
船が揺れるかもしれない、という注意書きは当てはまらない程良い天気。
トイレがどうなっているのか良く分からなかったが、出港前には港にあったし、
海上では船に1箇所あり、ここを起点に散歩・食事・シュノーケルを行うので何も心配する事がなかった。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. As you mentioned in your review, we typically use boats equipped with restrooms during the tour, so you can rest assured. Additionally, we have measures in place, such as using a small motorboat as a support vessel in case of emergencies. Thank you for sharing this information.
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。
書き込み頂いた通り、ツアーの際は通常トイレ完備の船を使用してますのでご安心下さい。
また、緊急時に備えて小型モーターボートを補助船として使用する等対策もとっております。
インフォメーションのシェアありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Yoko
It was just my daughter and me participating. We were the only Japanese people there. It was not a problem that I didn't understand much English. I was looking for snorkeling without the need to wear a life jacket, so I could dive freely, and the staff was nearby. There were also buoy-like floaties, which should provide reassurance for those who are not confident swimmers. If you're feeling anxious, relaxing on the boat might be a good option as well. The staff also joined us in snorkeling and made it enjoyable. The sailing after snorkeling was fantastic. The view of Waikiki from the sea was a luxurious experience that is hard to come by. I will definitely participate again next time.
娘と二人での参加でした。日本人は私達だけでした。英語があまり理解出来なくても問題はありませんでした。ライフジャケットを着なくても良いシュノーケルを探していましたので、自由に潜れますし、スタッフも近くにいてくれますし、棒のような浮き輪もありますので、泳ぎに自信のない方にも安心なのではないでしょうか。もし不安であれば、船上でゆっくりくつろぐのも良いのでは…。スタッフの方も一緒に潜り楽しませてくれました。シュノーケルの後のセーリングも最高でした。海から眺めるワイキキ、
なかなか体験できない贅沢な時間でした。次回も是非参加します。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/24 |
Reviewed by: @ケンさん
When we were picked up at the hotel, Alan, who came to greet us, looked a bit frail, and I was concerned... However, once we started the snorkeling tour, he transformed into a 100% trustworthy guide! He led everyone out into the waters of Hanauma Bay, progressing steadily. The further we went out, the clearer the water became, and the tropical fish grew larger. Alan seemed to be searching for turtles, but unfortunately, we didn't encounter any that day. Still, it turned into a wonderful ocean walk that we couldn't have experienced on other tours.
ホテルのピックアップ時、迎えに来てくれたアランが少し老いぼれて見えて大丈夫かと・・・ところがいざシュノーケリングツアーになると信頼100%のガイドに変身!皆を引き連れてハナウマ湾の沖へドンドンと進んでゆきます。沖にゆくほど透明度は増して熱帯魚も大きくなります。アランは亀を探していたみたいですがこの日は残念ながら遭遇出来ませんでした。でも他のツアーでは体験できない素晴らしい海の散歩になりました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(3月23日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/26 |
Reviewed by: Brad
What a great trip. These guys are the best. It's a really good deal for the amount of time spent on the water and to have a crew that keeps you this entertained. I highly recommend it.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/25 |
Reviewed by: やすとも
The sea was murky due to the storm the day before ( ; ; ) and the sky was cloudy. But! A rainbow appeared along the way ✨ and it lifted my spirits ♡ I want to go on a sunny day next time (..◜ᴗ◝..)
前日までの嵐のせいで、海が濁っていました( ; ; )空も曇ってました。が!途中から虹がでて✨気分も上がりました♡次こそは晴れた日に行きたいです(..◜ᴗ◝..)
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Matt
The tour guides had great attitudes and were very nice especially when working on Christmas day. Only a 5 minute ride to turtle canyon where there were 5-10 turtles as well as a lot of fish. The water was very refreshing and clear. We saw Dolphins adter snorkeling and they literally came within 2 feet of the boat. This tour was extremely worth it. This is a must if you're staying in Waikiki and want to do a fun activity.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/25 |
Reviewed by: Matt
Our pick up time was at 6:20am which seemed extremely early at the time but i am glad we went early because we were one of the first people in the water. The scuba instructor was patient with the first time scuba diver in our group and he was very professional and knowledgable. This tour is definitely worth the money
Thank you Matt, glad you enjoyed. Hope to see you again.
Dan
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/24 |
Reviewed by: 冬のハワイ
I only remember it being very cold and tough because I went in January. Even though it's Hawaii, I definitely don't recommend going in the middle of winter. I think it would be a lot of fun during warmer times!
1月に行ったためかとても寒く辛かったという記憶しかないです。。ハワイと言えど真冬はやはりお勧めしません。暖かい時期であればとても楽しいと思います!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/11 |
Reviewed by: らりるママ
The tour was somehow carried out despite the strong winds before Christmas in December. In a review, it mentioned that "the one-hour journey to the port was filled with various videos and explanations about dolphin ecology from the lively tour guide, leaving no time to sleep!" I thought this would be beneficial for the kids, so I chose this tour instead of just snorkeling.
However, it might depend on the guide for the day or perhaps due to the small number of participants and the use of a minivan, there weren't any detailed lessons, and most people ended up sleeping. Inside the vehicle, there was only an explanation about the $10 rental fee for wetsuits and a reminder to use the restroom before gathering. Of course, the only place to change is the restroom, so I recommend being fully prepared in advance.
The boat was a larger rubber boat! Depending on the location, your belongings might get wet and roll around. Once you sit down, it’s difficult to move or retrieve anything from your bag, so make sure to prepare sunscreen and sunglasses perfectly!
You have to straddle the edge of the boat like a rodeo, and the speed and impact are quite significant, so I wouldn’t recommend it for small children, elderly people, or those who lack physical confidence. Once we reached the open water, we put on snorkels, fins, and simple life jackets, then jumped straight off the edge of the rubber boat to go snorkeling!
According to the tour guide that day, there were "very friendly dolphins in great conditions," but perhaps due to the rain the day before, the visibility wasn't great. We chased a few dolphins drifting below and could see them from above… maybe. The guide gave us a description that it was the best, but I think moving around on a larger boat from a major company might have better points to explore. Alternatively, if you're looking for a guaranteed close encounter with dolphins, a park might provide a more fulfilling experience.
We snorkeled in two different locations for about 10 minutes each! The second time was for fish and coral viewing, but the spots weren't that impressive, so if you're hoping to see many colorful fish in a beautiful blue sea, I recommend shallow, clear waters suitable for snorkeling, like Hanauma Bay.
On the way back, it was extremely cold, and on top of that, there was a $50 charge for the photos taken by the accompanying photographer (optional), as well as tips for the crew. The tour lasted about two hours, and there were no showers or changing facilities, making it difficult to stop anywhere else on the way back, so you would need to return to the hotel to change. Considering the costs and time commitment, I wonder if it’s worth it?
Well, if this is your first time experiencing activities in Hawaii, it might be a good memory to go at least once… Honestly, it seemed a bit lacking for high school-aged kids.
12月のクリスマス前の強風の元、どうにか決行されました。
書き込みで、「港までの約一時間のみちのりは、ノリのよい添乗員さんのイルカの生態など様々なビデオや説明に寝る暇もない!」とあり、ただのシュノーケリングだけでなく、その様なことも子供にはありがたいと思い、こちらのツアーを選びました。
ただ、たぶんその日の担当にもよるのか、はたまた人数が少なくて、ミニバンだったためか、詳しい授業などなく、ほとんどの方が寝ていました。
車内では、ウェットスーツのレンタル代
10ドルの説明とトイレを済ませて、集合とのことくらい。もちろん着替える場所は、トイレくらいなので事前に準備万端にしていくことをお薦めします。
ボートはゴムボートの大きめのもの!
荷物も場所によっては、濡れるし、転がります。一度座ると場所を動くことも荷物の中からなにかを取り出すことも困難なので、日焼け止めやサングラスなども完璧に準備をしましょう!
ボートのヘリにロデオのように跨ぎ、スピードも衝撃もかなりあるので、小さいお子さんや年配の方や体力に自信がないかたにはお薦めしません。
沖に着いたらシュノーケルと足ヒレと簡易なライフジャケットをつけ、いきなりゴムボートのヘリから飛び込み、シュノーケリング!
その日は、添乗員さんいわく「とてもいい状況にとてもフレンドリーなイルカ」とのことでしたが、前日の雨のせいか透明度は今一つ、下に漂っているイルカを何頭か追いかけ、上からみれた!…かな…てきな感じでした。
添乗員さんからは、最高!のような説明も受けましたが、やはり大手の大きめなボートで動き回り、他の最良のポイントも有りかな?
もしくは、イルカとの間近での確実な出会いやふれあいを求めるならパークなどの方が充実感があるように感じました。
シュノーケリングも場所を代えて約10分位を2回!2回目はお魚や珊瑚鑑賞でしたが、やはりポイントしては今一つなので、青い海で沢山のカラフルな魚達をご希望のかたは、浅瀬の綺麗な海(シュノーケリングに適したハナウマなど)をお薦めします。
帰りはとにかく寒くて、おまけに最後に同行したカメラマンの撮ってくださったお写真50ドル(希望者のみ)、とクルーへのチップがいります。
約二時間位のツアーで、シャワーも着替えるところもなく、帰りに他に立ち寄るには厳しい状況なので一度ホテルに帰り着替えなくてはならないので、かなり費用と拘束時間を考えるといかがなものでしょうか?
まあ、ハワイやその様なこともアクティビティーが、はじめてなら1度行かれるても良い思い出になるかと思われますが…
正直なところ高校生くらいの若い子達には物足りなかったようです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/23 |
Reviewed by: 1234
It was a tour that my 70-year-old mother was very satisfied with. The best part was that they provided wetsuits and other gear. Since the weather was a bit chilly when we entered the water, this was very helpful. Additionally, there were many corals, so it was also great for preventing injuries. The snorkeling experience was absolutely satisfying. My mother, who had previously gone snorkeling in Guam, didn't have a very good impression of it (she was scared because the beaches in Guam had many rocks and she slipped), but it seemed she really enjoyed snorkeling on this tour.
70歳になる母も大満足のツアーでした。
一番よかったことはウェットスーツ等の貸出があることでした。
参加した時期のため海に入るとすこし寒いなぁと感じる気候だったので。
それにサンゴが多いのでけが防止のためにもとても役に立ちました。
シュノーケルは有無も言わず大満足でした。
以前グアムでシュノーケリングをした母はシュノーケリングにあまり良い印象を持っていませんでしたが(グアムのビーチは岩が多くすべったりして恐怖を抱いていました)、今回のこのツアーですごくシュノーケリングを気に入ったようでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(3月23日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/28 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I had been interested in the sandbar for a while and decided to sign up! It was great that there was a pickup near the hotel, but I was confused at first because the person who came to pick me up was a woman, not Captain Bob. After about a 50-minute drive, we arrived at the marina, and it was just a short boat ride from there to the sandbar! Since it’s a bay, there were no waves, and even though I usually get seasick, I was fine this time without any motion sickness medication! We passed by a sea turtle spot on the way to the sandbar and were lucky enough to see sea turtles! I heard that if you're lucky, you can also see a school of manta rays, but we weren't able to encounter them, which was a bit disappointing! Since it was December, I was worried about the cold water, but we were blessed with clear sunny weather and had a great time at the sandbar! I definitely think it's a must-do when you go to Hawaii! Our guide, Yuki, was Japanese, very humorous, and incredibly attentive, which made the experience even better!
サンドバーに前から興味があって申し込みました! Hotel近くでpickupでよかったのですが、迎えにきた人がキャプテンbobじゃなく女の人だったので 最初わからなかったです。 車で50分ほどでマリーナに
到着して、そこから船で少しいくとすぐ到着しました! 湾なので波がなく普段 船酔いする自分ですが今回は酔い止め薬が無くて大丈夫でした! サンドバーまでウミガメスポットを通りバッチリウミガメに逢えました! 運が良いとマンタの群れにも会えるみたいですが、自分たちは遭遇できなかったです!残念! 12月ということもあり、海の水が冷たく心配していましたが無事に晴天に晴天に恵まれサンドバーを
満喫できました! ハワイに
行ったら絶対行ったほうがいいと思います! ガイドのユキさんが日本人でとてもユーモアたっぷりで 凄く気がきく人で良かったです!
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Adam
Great day out on the water with a great crew, fantastic experience!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Takako
The day before, I was worried about whether the event would take place and if we could even go into the water, as a typhoon was passing near Oahu. However, on the day of the event, the weather was clear after the typhoon, and we just needed to check the sea conditions. There were no cancellation notices, so we headed to the meeting point.
The meeting point was the last bus pickup, but the bus was over 15 minutes late, and there was no communication or tour desk, which made me anxious about whether the event would be canceled. Eventually, when I called the tour company, they said, "The bus will arrive in about 5 minutes." When I shared this with others waiting for the same tour, they seemed relieved. (If delays happen frequently, I hope they can review the schedule, and if there are delays, I wish there was a way to communicate that at the tour desk. It's unsettling to just wait in a foreign country.)
I had prepared for the bus ride by dressing warmly, as I had read in reviews that it could be cold, so it wasn't too chilly. After arriving at the port, we boarded the boat and set sail! The boat was comfortable and didn't rock at all.
Onboard, the crew provided explanations (in both English and Japanese), which was reassuring. First, we arrived at the sandbar and enjoyed the shallow waters. The water was colder than I expected, but after a while, it became fun. Given the season and time, the water was about knee-deep, and it felt more like a shallow area in the ocean rather than a sandbar.
The crew set up a beach volleyball net, but the Japanese participants didn't seem to play much. I think it would be more enjoyable if they did. After that, we had a BBQ on the boat. The captain grilled the BBQ, and it was delicious!
Then, the boat took us to a spot where we could see turtles. Luckily, we were able to see many turtles. According to the crew, this area was a filming location for many movies (like Pirates of the Caribbean and Jurassic Park), which might be exciting for movie fans.
Finally, we went to the snorkeling area. We swam close enough to the coral reef that we could almost reach it (but we shouldn't touch it). After that, we returned to the port and took the bus back to the original meeting point.
It was a very satisfying tour. With a Japanese guide available, I think those who are not confident in English can feel at ease.
前日は、オアフ島のそばを台風が通過し開催そのものや、海の中に入れるか不安でしたが
当日は台風一過というのか、空は快晴であとは海のコンディションだけでしたが、特にキャンセルの連絡もなかったので集合場所へ。
集合場所は、バスのピックアップの最後だったのですが、15分以上バスが遅刻し、特に連絡もツアーデスクもないので開催されないのか、不安でした。
結局ツアー会社に電話したら「あと5分ほどで到着する」と回答。周りに同じツアーに参加する人にも伝えると安心していたようでした。(遅延が毎回なら時間スケジュールの見直しをしてほしいですし、遅延している場合はツアーデスクなどにその連絡ができるようにしてほしいです。外国でただ待たされるのは心細いです。)
事前にバスの中は寒いと体験談にあったので、厚着して準備していたので、そこまで寒くはなかったです。
港に到着後船に乗船。出航!
船は揺れることもなく、快適でした。
船の上ではクルーによる説明がされ(英語チームと日本語チーム)るので安心です。
まずは、サンドバーに到着し浅瀬で楽しみます。水が思ったより冷たいですが、しばらくすると楽しくなります。季節・時間的にひざ下くらいで、サンドバーというよりは沖の中にある浅瀬という感じでした。
クルーはビーチバレーのネットを用意してくれたのですが日本人はあまり遊んでいませんでした。もっと遊んでも楽しいと思います
その後船の上でBBQ。キャプテンが焼いたBBQをおいしくいただきました!
そして、船はカメの見えるスポットへ。ラッキーにもカメはたくさん見ることができました。
クルーの説明によると、このあたりは多くの映画(パイレーツ・オブ・カリビアン、ジェラシックパーク)のロケがあった場所らしく、映画ファンならうれしいかも。
最後は、シュノーケルエリアへ。珊瑚礁が手がのばせば届きそうなくらい近いところで泳ぎました。(触ってはだめです)
そのあと帰港。バスで元の集合場所へ帰りました。
とても満足のツアーでした。
日本語のガイドもあるので、英語が苦手でも安心だと思います。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/20 |
Reviewed by: nate
Crew was awesome,gave us subway, had great snorkeling gear and saw multiple turtles and a whale...definitely do it again
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/14 |
Reviewed by: れいぽん
I booked a sandbar day tour on this site! The sandbar had water up to my knees, but since everyone loves the sea, we didn't mind and had a great time♡ Beach volleyball too♡ After that, we went turtle watching! I thought it might be difficult, but there were way more than I expected!! Snorkeling and jumping in were fun too! The staff were polite and friendly! I had a 2-year-old with me, but the staff took care of us, and we were able to fully enjoy snorkeling! Thank you☆ I would like to use this service again.
こちらのサイトでサンドバー1日ツアーを申し込みました!
サンドバーはヒザまで海水だったけど、みんな海が好きなので気にしなかったし楽しめた♡
ビーチバレーも♡
その後にウミガメウォッチング!
難しいかなと思ってたら予想以上にたくさんいました!!
シュノーケルも飛び込みも楽しかった!
スタッフも丁寧で気さくな方々でした!
2歳子供連れでしたけど、スタッフが見てくださり、シュノーケル満喫できました!
ありがとうございます☆
また、こちらで利用したいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Alaska and Germany
The weather wasn't in our favor but that didn't keep the crew from showing us a great time. They were warm and friendly and catered to our every need including providing jackets on an unusually cool day. The sandbar is a must see and the snorkel reef had plenty of fish and turtles to make it a good snorkel spot. The boat was very nice and comfortable. I highly recommend booking this activity.
Aloha!! Thank you for your join to out tour.
We are very happy to hear you.
We are looking forward to see you again!! Mahalo.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
Reviewed by: zuan
In mid-November, I participated with my family of four. We have a 10-year-old and a 7-year-old. This was the second time for my 10-year-old daughter and me, as we participated four years ago. We repeated it because we had such wonderful memories.
On the morning of the event, we took a bus from a hotel near our accommodation to the west coast. As soon as we arrived, we ate malasadas and boarded the boat. After a while, the captain spotted a pod of dolphins, so we stopped the boat, put on wetsuits and life jackets, and everyone dove in. We were able to see a pod of dolphins gracefully swimming just a few meters below us. There were several pods, so each time we discovered one, we swam close to them. My 7-year-old son was greatly helped by the staff, who used something like a float to stay with him the whole time. Thanks to that, I was able to concentrate.
We were able to see the dolphins quite closely, and even after getting back on the boat, there were mother and baby dolphins around the boat, jumping and playing, allowing us to see many wild dolphins. That memory continues to energize me even now that I am back in Japan.
At the very end, when most people had already gotten back on the boat, a sea turtle swam by, and those who were still in the water got to see it right in front of them, which was disappointing for me since I had already come up. We also got to experience canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding, and the content was packed, so I was very satisfied this time as well! Thank you very much!!
11月半ばに、家族四人で参加しました。
10歳と7歳の子連れです。
10歳の長女と私の二人は、四年前にも参加したので、2度目でした。
とても楽しい思い出だったために、リピートしました。
当日の朝、宿泊先の近くのホテルから、バスに乗り西海岸まで移動しました。
到着してすぐに、マラサダを食べ、ボートに乗り込みました。
しばらくして、船長がイルカの群れを発見、とのことで、ボートを停めて、ウェットスーツにライフジャケットを着けて、みんなでダイブ。
数メートル下を優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れを見ることが出来ました。
いくつかのイルカの群れがあったので、発見する度に、群れの近くまで泳ぎました。
7歳の息子は、スタッフの方が浮き輪のような物を使い、ずっと一緒にいてくれたので、とっても助かりました。
お陰様で、集中することが出来ました。
かなり近くで、イルカを見ることが出来、またボートに上がってからも、ボートの周りでイルカの親子がいたり、ジャンプしていたり、と沢山の野生のイルカを見ることが出来、その思い出が、日本に帰ってきた今でも、活力になっています。
ほとんどの人がボートに上がってしまった最後の最後に、海亀が一匹泳いできて、まだ海の中にいた人達は、
目の前で見られ、先に上がってしまった私は、残念でした。
カヌーやサップも体験できたり、盛り沢山の内容で、今回も大満足でした!
どうもありがとうございました!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/21 |
Reviewed by: はるなつ
I really wanted to swim with dolphins, and since my return flight was later in the day, I participated on my last day in Hawaii. During the trip there, I received a thorough explanation from the Japanese staff, allowing us to board the boat without wasting much time. While we were searching for dolphins, there were additional necessary explanations, which made it easy for us to get into the water smoothly.
We encountered a pod of spinner dolphins, and there were baby dolphins among them. The pod swam back and forth, allowing us to see the dolphins up close multiple times. Some even performed spin jumps for us. We were lucky enough to see a turtle as well.
I had packed my schedule too tightly, and I only had the last day available, but I managed to squeeze it in and created wonderful memories at the very end. I wouldn't recommend going on the last day due to luggage concerns, but I do recommend it as you can have a fulfilling half-day experience.
The names "Junior High" and "University" made it feel very friendly, almost like a school. It seemed like the age range for participation was broad, from children to adults. They also provide life jackets for safety, and I hope to come back with my mother next time.
イルカとどうしても泳ぎたくて、帰国日の便が遅めだったので、ハワイ最終日に参加しました。
行きの移動中、日本人スタッフから丁寧な説明を受け、時間をほとんど無駄にすることなく船に乗せてもらえました。乗船してイルカを探しに行っている間にも、さらに必要な説明がありました。そのためスムーズに海に入ることが出来ました。
ハシナガイルカの群れに会い、子供のイルカがいました。群れは行ったり来たりしてくれて、何度もイルカを近くで見ることが出来ました。中にはスピンジャンプしてくれるのもいました。運良くカメにも会えました。
予定を詰めすぎて、最終日しか空いておらず、無理に入れましたが最後の最後に良い思い出が出来ました。荷物のこともあるので、最終日に行くのはオススメしないですが、半日でかなり充実した時間を過ごせるのでオススメします。
中学、大学という名前がついていて、学校のようですごく親しみやすかったです。参加できる年齢の幅は子供から大人まで広いように感じました。救命のための胴衣も貸してくれますし、今度は母とも来れたら良いなと思いました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/08 |
Reviewed by: Tiffany
It was an early morning pick-up. I thought I would sleep on the bus, but I couldn't because the guide gave an explanation about the tour. (laughs)
On the bus, they ask if you want to rent a wetsuit. I think almost everyone rented one this time. It costs $10, but I didn't feel cold, and it gave me a sense of security.
When we arrived at the port, we put on our wetsuits and set off. They keep anything that might get wet in a case. You can leave your waterproof camera, drinks, and towel on the seat, but I was worried they might blow away in the wind, and since I wasn't cold, I didn't use my towel during the tour. It felt nice to dip my feet off the boat.
If there are dolphins, you jump off the boat and swim towards them, following the guide's call. It's quite intense.
When entering the sea from the boat, I was anxious because I can't swim and was entering deep water where I couldn't touch the bottom, but they provide a long float for those who aren't confident in swimming, and the guide is attentive, which made me feel safe.
It's quite tiring, so I thought, "That's enough, I'll just rest on the boat," but since I participated, I recommend going into the water multiple times to swim with the dolphins!
I felt more comfortable in the water than on the stationary boat, even though I took motion sickness medication, I didn't get seasick.
When we returned to the port to change, there were no changing rooms, so all the women changed in the restroom. It would be cold to go home just wearing a swimsuit, so I think it's better to change.
I had some anxiety before participating in the tour, but once I did it, it was no big deal.
I had a lot of fun! (^_^)
朝早くのお迎えです。バスの中で寝ようと思ってましたがガイドのお姉さんのツアーの説明があり眠れず。。(笑)
バスの中でウエットスーツを借りるか借りないか聞かれます。今回ほとんどみんな借りていたと思います。10ドルかかりますが寒さも感じなかったし、安心感もあります。
港についてウエットスーツを着て出発、濡れたら困る物はケースに入れて預かってくれます。カメラ(防水)と飲み物、タオルはイスの上に置いておけますが風で飛ばされそうだし寒くなかったので私はツアー中タオルは使いませんでした。船から足を出して乗るのが気持ちよかったです。
イルカが居たら船から飛び込んでイルカの方に泳いで行きます。ガイドさんがこっちでーす!と呼ぶ方へ。かなりハードです。
船から海に入る時、私は泳げないし足のつかない深い海に入るのが不安だったのですが、ライフジャケットの他に泳ぎに自信の無い人用に長細い浮くやつを貸して貰えますしガイドさんも気にしてくれるので安心でした。
かなり疲れるので、もういいや~船で休んでよう。。と思っちゃいますが、せっかく参加したのだから何度も海に入ってイルカと泳ぐのがオススメです!
船酔いも止まってる船にいるよりも、海に入ってた方が楽な気がします。
私は酔い止めも飲みましたが、船酔いはしませんでした。
港に戻って着替えるのですが更衣室などは無いので女性はみんなトイレで着替えてました。水着の上に羽織って帰るのは寒いし着替えた方が良いと思います。
ツアーに参加する前は不安もありましたが、やってみたらナンて事ないです。
とっても楽しかったです!(^_^)
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
Reviewed by: わたなべ
I was lucky enough to ride a speedboat since the regular boat was over capacity. During the cruise, I was thrilled to see sea turtles multiple times. I was also very satisfied with the snorkeling, where I could see sea turtles and many fish.
通常の船が定員オーバーだったのか、運良くスピードボートに乗ることができました。
クルージング中は何度もウミガメを見ることができて感動しました。
シュノーケリングでも、ウミガメや多くの魚を見ることができ、大満足でした。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour.
It was great that you were able to encounter sea turtles multiple times!
Please come visit us again when you're in Hawaii. We'll be waiting with the sea turtles. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
ウミガメに何度も遭遇できてよかったですね!!
またハワイにお越しの際はぜひ遊びに来てくださいね。ウミガメとともにお待ちしてます。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/08 |
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Aloha! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Please come back and visit us again. We look forward to seeing you!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーを満喫して頂けたようで本当に良かったです。
ぜひまた遊びに来てくださいね。お待ちしてま〜す!!