All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

The rain and wind were intense, so it wasn't a picturesque view, but the crew was entertaining and the lunch was delicious. Next time, I want to try again when the weather is nice.

雨と風が凄くて写真のような景色ではありませんでしたが、クルーの方は面白く昼食も美味しかったです。今度は天気がいいときにリベンジしたいです。

Chieko and Dan were very accommodating. For someone who's first time at the sea, I was able to participate because of them. I had an awesome time. Highly recommend them!

The weather was terrible on the day we went, and it rained several times along the way. During the snorkeling, there was a heavy downpour like a tropical storm, but the staff kept the atmosphere lively with bright voices and topics.

The rain was so intense that more than half of the people returned to the boat, but even then, they kindly prepared warm cocoa and coffee for us. The Japanese staff member took a lot of photos, and I thought it would have been perfect if the weather had been just a little better.

I was told that as long as I disposed of my trash, I could smoke on the sandbar, so I think smokers should definitely bring their cigarettes and lighters without hesitation. If you're not taking photos underwater, a regular digital camera or phone would be just fine.

The BBQ burger was delicious. You won't get one unless you remember the staff's name! The amount of tomatoes is one slice per person, so if someone takes two, there won't be enough. The staff was watching and laughing, saying, "One slice only!!"

行った日は天候が酷く、途中に何度も雨が降っていました。シュノーケルのタイミングでスコールのような大荒れの天気になったのですが、明るい声や話題で絶えず盛り上げて下さいました。
あまりにも激しい雨だったので、半分以上の人が船に戻ったのですが、そのときもすぐに温かいココアやコーヒーを用意して下さったりと、本当に親切でした。
日本人スタッフのお姉さんは写真をたくさん撮ってくれたし、天気があと少しでも良かったら最高だったなあと思いました。
自分でゴミさえ処理すれば、サンドバーでタバコも吸っていいよ、と言われたので、喫煙者の方は遠慮せずタバコとライターを持っていくべきだと思います笑
海の中を取らないのであれば、普通のデジカメや携帯でも問題ないくらいです。
BBQバーガーも美味しいです。スタッフさんの名前を忘れているともらえません。笑
トマトの量が1人1枚なので、ひとりで2枚取るような人がいると足りなくなります。スタッフさんが「1枚マデー！！」と笑いながら監視してました。笑

This place was a great choice! So glad we booked this kayaking activity! It was both me and my friends first time kayaking in the ocean and I was a little nervous but as soon as I got there I was greeted by a very friendly staff! Our guide "PO" was so welcoming and friendly! He made us feel very comfortable from the moment we met him. He was very patient, knowledgable, taught us some history about Kailua and most of all he made us feel safe! :) PO was an AMAZING kayaking guide!!! I would totally recommend this activity to anyone who wants to get away from the crowed beaches like in Waikiki. Most beautiful beach in Oahu in my opinion. Forgot to mention the lunch it included was super yummy!

PS. PO our guide also took great pics of us with his GoPro and emailed them to us for free. Great customer service!!! Wish I could give 10 stars

The sandbar is beautiful, just as it looks in the photos. Also, the hamburgers eaten on the boat are incredibly delicious.

サンドバーは、写真で見たとおりに、綺麗です。また、船の上で食べるハンバーガーも、最高に美味しいですよ。

I signed up because it was said to be a clear beach, but due to the approaching hurricane, there were winds and waves, and I couldn't enjoy the snorkeling I was looking forward to. It was disappointing that the weather wasn't favorable, with heavy rain at times. However, I rented a bike and went out shopping and to Lanikai Beach with my child. The bike rental is $10 (credit cards accepted). Since we extended our trip to Lanikai Beach, we didn't have much time to relax on the way back. If you're planning to snorkel, I think Kailua Beach would be a better option to enjoy it more leisurely.

澄み渡ったビーチだということで申し込んだのですがハリケーン接近中のため風・波があり楽しみにしていたシュノーケリングができませんでした。
一時大雨になったりと天候には恵まれず残念でしたが
自転車を借りて子供とふたりラ二カイビーチやショッピングに出かけました。
自転車は＄10でレンタル（カードＯＫ）できます。
ラ二カイビーチまで足を延ばすと帰り時間ぎりぎりでゆっくりできなかったので
シュノーケルするのであればカイルアビーチだけのほうがゆっくりできると思います。

We were pretty disappointed with this trip. Just not as organized as we had hoped. We've been on many different snorkel trips over the years and this is one of the most unorganized we've attended. Competing boats seem to pass out gear and explain rules and safety regulations on the way to the destination. Then, once anchored, we can get in the water. This boat waits until we are on anchor, then starts the slow unorganized process of handing out gear. Takes way too long!

Food was decent, but mixed drinks were not! The captain, although tried to be funny, was not for the most part. We tried to have a conversation with him and generally got one word answers. So, he really wasn't interested in talking with us. When we were on anchor, he seemed to be more interested in flying his own personal drone around the boat.

The crew was nice and helpful, the captain, not so much! The best part of the trip was the photographer. Really a terrific individual, very personal with the guest and generally took an interest in the guest.

Overall, I wouldn't use this boat again.

Unfortunately, it was cloudy and windy, and it was cold without a rash guard... The scenery is nice, though. However, it seems that the view during high tide, like in the photos, can only be seen a few times a year, and it appears that this is not the right time.

残念ながら、曇っていて風もあり、ラッシュガードが無いと寒くて…景色は良いです。ただし、写真で見るような満ち潮の時のような景色は、一年に数回しか見れないようで、今回はその時期では無いようでした。

What a fun and enjoyable experience. Completely organized, focused on their customers and so knowledgeable. Extremely nice people who take care of every detail. A definite 5 Star experience!

Even though I spent the whole morning for this activity, I just rode the underwater scooter for 15 min only. Furthermore, I couldn't even enjoy with my wife and son at the same time. So embarrassed and annoyed much. I admit the riding itself is exciting activity but their program was not that sophisticated. I was so much disappointed.

Thank you for a very memorable day in a beautiful location. It was so easy as we were picked up at our hotel and dropped home. Very reasonable price and stunning surroundings.

Wow! I was blown away to see that sandbar! Volleyball was fun ! Everyone participated ! Lunch was excellent! Hawaiian music playing awesome sunshine making new friends relaxing swimming Wow! Loved the bbq! The crew were excellent knew their stuff! Antonio Bryan cuno ? The turtles were amazing to see so many! The snorkelling was amazing and so much fun! Loved the whole day! Movie facts near the end Gillian's island etc was awesome ! Will always do this trip and go with this company again and again ! Incredible day out on the bay Aloha !!

I was able to see dolphins from the boat multiple times, but it was difficult to see them swimming underwater. However, on my third try, I finally got to meet a dolphin I had been hoping to see. They swam beneath us and, although at a distance, they performed spinning jumps, and I even got to see a baby dolphin. It was amazing. I want to participate again.

船の上からイルカを何度も見ることはできていましたが、水中で泳いでいる姿を見ることはなかなかできませんでしたが、3回目のトライで念願のイルカに逢えました。
自分たちが泳いでいる下を通り過ぎたり、中距離でしたが、回転ジャンプしたり、赤ちゃんイルカに逢えました。
最高でした。また参加したいです。

I was curious about what it would be like, so I participated. When we spotted the dolphins from the boat, everyone dove into the sea one by one at the signal and chased after them. However, I didn't have enough stamina and couldn't use my fins effectively, so I couldn't get very close. But next time, I want to build up my stamina and participate again.

どんな感じに見えるのか疑問に思い参加しましたが船の上から発見すると合図と共にみんなが順番に海へダイブ、イルカを追いかけました。しかし体力が無い私は足のフィンを上手く使えずにあまり近くへ寄ることが出来ませんでした。
でも今度は体力を付けて参加させて頂きたいと思います。

Of all the things we did in Hawaii, this was the best! The crew was fun and personable. We saw turtles and dolphins on our tour. The catamaran was impressive and very well kept. Excellent selection of adult beverages.

I felt like the sea of angels became my own!
The Japanese guide, Yukiko, was also humorous.
I had children with me, but all the staff were kind.
Soft drinks (self-serve pitchers) are all free.
The cheeseburger grilled over charcoal had a distinctly Hawaiian flavor, and I was very satisfied.
They had extra patties grilled, so those who wanted could have double burgers.
You can practice snorkeling at the sandbar, so even beginners can enjoy snorkeling on the coral reef later on.
There seems to be a point where you can meet sea turtles, and whether you see them up close or from a distance is up to luck.

天使の海が自分の物になったような気分！
日本人ガイドのユキコさんのトークもユーモラスでした。
子供連れでしたが、スタッフは皆親切でした。
ソフトドリンク(ピッチャーをセルフ)は全て無料で頂けます。
炭火で焼いたチーズバーガーもハワイらしい味で大満足。
パティは余分に焼いていて希望した人にはダブルバーガーとかにしてました。
サンドバーでシュノーケルの練習ができるので、後半のサンゴ礁でのシュノーケリングは初心者でも楽しめますよ。
途中でウミガメに会えるポイントがあるようで、近くで見れるか遠くかは運次第。

I had a great time! The sandbar had water up to my knees as the tide came in, but I was able to move around the coral and see a lot of fish while enjoying snorkeling. I would love to participate again if I have the chance!

とても楽しかったです！
サンドバーは、潮が満ちてきて
膝上ぐらいになってましたが、
移動してみたサンゴの周りで
魚もたくさん見れてシュノーケルを
楽しめました(o´罒`o)♡
また機会があれば参加したいです！

Thanks to the thorough guidance, I was able to fully enjoy my first snorkeling experience. When I come to Hawaii again, I definitely want to snorkel at Hanauma Bay once more.

丁寧に教えていただき、初めてのシュノーケリングを存分に楽しむことができました。
またハワイに来る時は、是非もう一度ハナウマ湾でのシュノーケリングをしたいと思います。

At the end of June, during our company trip, I visited Hawaii for the first time and wanted to experience something unique to Hawaii, so I signed up for this tour to meet wild dolphins and sea turtles.

On the morning of the tour, we gathered at the meeting point and departed as soon as everyone arrived. The bus ride takes about an hour if there’s no traffic. During the ride, the instructor and the bus driver introduced themselves and explained the precautions for participating in the tour and the day's itinerary. Motion sickness medication can also be purchased for about $2, so if you don’t have any and need it, you can buy it on the bus. Even if you’re confident you won’t get sick, the boat can sway quite a bit depending on the weather, so I recommend buying and taking the motion sickness medication. In fact, there were a few people who didn’t take it and ended up getting sick on the boat. If you get seasick, you won’t be able to enjoy the tour to the fullest, so be sure to take it.

Before long, we arrived at the port, and those who wanted to rent wetsuits settled the rental fee. You can also sign up for wetsuit rental on the bus. As other reviewers have mentioned, even if it’s warm on land, returning to the boat with a wet body can be much colder than you expect, so I recommend renting one.

Once we were ready, we set off. There were about 20 to 30 people, and the bus was nearly full. Along with the participants, there were three instructors who joined us from the bus, as well as the captain and his son. The boat is equipped with a restroom, which is reassuring. The instructors kept the atmosphere lively on the boat.

This time, we were lucky with the weather, and about five minutes after departure, we spotted a pod of dolphins.

Following the instructor's instructions, we quickly changed into our wetsuits and got ready. I was so excited, but since we were dealing with nature, I knew that being unprepared could be dangerous. I calmly listened to the instructor's explanations and prepared myself.

Once we were ready, we entered the water one by one as instructed. It was my first experience with snorkeling, so I was initially scared, but wearing a life jacket helped me get used to it quickly. Once in the water, we swam towards the pod of dolphins. It does require a fair amount of stamina.

Since the dolphins are constantly moving, staying close to the instructor makes it easier to encounter the pods.

I missed the first pod of dolphins, but when the next one appeared, I stayed close to the instructor and was able to see the dolphins clearly.

The wild dolphins were incredibly mystical, cute, and moving.

After seeing the dolphins, we moved to a spot with lots of colorful tropical fish for snorkeling. Here, in addition to snorkeling, those who wanted could also enjoy activities like paddle surfing. I decided to stick with snorkeling this time.

We were also lucky to encounter a sea turtle and swim alongside it. It felt like we were swimming right next to each other.

After finishing snorkeling, we returned to the boat, changed out of our wetsuits, and prepared to head back to the port.

On the way back, we saw several sea turtles.

During the ride back to the port, we had a great time eating hamburgers, singing and dancing with the instructors and other participants, and enjoying the scenery.

Once we arrived at the port, we took a group photo and boarded the bus for the return trip. On the bus, those who wanted could purchase the photos taken by the photographer who accompanied us that day.

We were able to return to the hotel by early afternoon, making good use of our time.

Participating in this tour was a very memorable experience, especially since we were blessed with good weather and conditions. My wife and I both said it was the most fun we had during our trip to Hawaii. If we have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again in the future, we definitely want to participate again.

If you’re on the fence about it, I highly re

6月末に社員旅行でハワイに初めて訪れた際に、ハワイでしか経験できないことをしたいと思い、野生のイルカとウミガメに会いに行くこちらのツアーに申し込みました。

当日の朝、集合場所へ行き人数がそろい次第すぐに出発しました。
バスでの移動時間は渋滞などなければ1時間前後だと思います。
行きの車内ではインストラクターの方やバスの運転手の方の自己紹介、今回のツアーに参加するにあたっての注意事項、当日の流れなどの説明をインストラクターの方がしてくれます。
酔い止めの薬も2ドル(だったような、、)で購入できるので、酔い止め薬を持参してなくて必要な方は購入することもできます。
酔わない自信がある方でも、当日の天候次第ではかなり船が揺れるみたいですので、酔い止め薬を購入して飲んでおくことをオススメします。
実際に今回も酔い止め薬を飲まず、船で吐いてる方も何名かいらっしゃいました。
船酔いしてしまうと、ツアーを100パーセント楽しむことができないため必ず飲んでおくようにしましょう。

そうこうしているうちに港に到着し、ウェットスー
ツのレンタルを希望している方はウェットスーツ代の精算をします。
ウェットスーツのレンタルも行きの車内で申し込むことができます。
他の投稿者の方も書いてますが、陸は暖かくても濡れた体で船に戻ると想像以上に寒いと思うので、こちらもレンタルすることをオススメします。

準備が整い次第、さっそく出発です。
人数は20〜30人くらいでほぼ満席だったと思います。
参加者の他に、行きのバスから同行して
くれたインストラクターの方と、ハワイの現地人のインストラクターの方が3名、船長と船長の息子さんで出発です。
船はトイレも完備されているため安心です。
船ではインストラクターの方々が色々と盛り
上げてくれます。

今回はラッキーなことに天候にも恵まれ、船が出発して5分くらいでイルカの群れを発見しました。

インストラクターの方の指示で、さっそくウェットスーツに着替え準備に入ります。
ワクワクが止まりませんが、自然が相手ですので準備を怠ると危険なケースも考えられます。
落ち着いてインストラクターの方の説明を聞き準備を行います。

準備が完了したらインストラクターの方の指示で、順番に海に入ります。
シュノーケリングは初めての経験でしたので最初は恐怖心がありましたが、ライフジャケットも着てるのですぐに慣れます。
海に入ったらイルカの群れに向かってひたすら泳ぎます。
そこそこ体力も必要になるかと思います。

イルカも常に移動してるので、インストラクターの方の近くにいるとイルカの群れに遭遇しやすいかと思います。

私は最初のイルカの群れは見ることが出来ませんでしたが、次に現れたイルカの群れの時はインストラクターの方の近くに付きイルカの群れをしっかりと見ることができました。

野生のイルカの群れはとても神秘的で可愛くて感動しました。

イルカを見た後は、場所を移動しカラフルな熱帯魚がたくさんいるところでシュノーケリングを行います。
ここではシュノーケリングの他にも、希望者はパドルサーフィンなどのアクティビティで遊ぶことができます。
私は今回はアクティビティは行わず、ずっとシュノーケリングをすることにしました。

ここでもラッキーなことにウミガメに遭遇し、一緒に泳ぐことができました。
ものすごく距離が近く隣で一緒に泳いでいるって感覚です。

こちらでのシュノーケリングが終わったあとは船に戻り、ウェットスーツなど着替え、帰る準備をし、港へ向けて出発します。

港へ向かうあいだにも何匹もウミガメがいました。

港までの時間は、ハンバーガーを食べたり、インストラクターの方々と、ツアーの参加者みんなで歌ったり踊ったり、景色を眺めたり、ずっと有意義に過ごすことができます。

港へ着くと最後にみんなで記念撮影をし、帰りのバスに乗り込みます。
帰りのバスでは本日同行してくれたカメラマンの方が撮影したデータを、希望者は買うことができます

昼過ぎにはホテルへ戻ることができるので、時間を有効に使うことができます。

今回参加してみて、天候やコンディションに恵まれたこともあり、とても思い出深い経験をすることができました。
私と妻も、今回のハワイ旅行の中で1番楽しかったと言っています。
また今後ハワイに行く機会がありましたら、ぜひまた参加したいと考えています。

迷っている方が居ましたら、1度参加してみると素晴らしい感動や体験が待っているのでオススメします。

The sandbar was very beautiful, and I really felt it was worth going. However, what impressed me the most was being able to swim alongside the sea turtles. Thanks to this tour, I have come to love sea turtles. They are just so cute!

Additionally, the tour guide was a very humorous Hawaiian person, which made the experience enjoyable throughout.

One thing I did notice was that many Japanese tourists left without tipping, which I found disappointing. It might be a culture they are not familiar with and may find it difficult to tip, but it does impact their living expenses and can lead to improved services in the future. I hope that those who enjoyed the experience will consider leaving a tip.

サンドバーはとても綺麗で本当にいってよかったと思いました。
ただそれ以上にウミガメと並走して泳げたことが一番感激しました。
このツアーのお陰でウミガメが大好きになりました。可愛くてしかたありません、
また、ツアーのガイドさんがとてもユーモアのあるハワイの人で終始楽しかったです
。
あと一点思ったのは、日本人観光客の多くがチップを払わずに帰ってしまっていたことが残念に感じました。あまりなじみのない文化で払いにくいかもしれませんが、彼らの生活費にも影響してきますし、今後のサービス向上のにもつながると思うので、楽しかったと思えた方はチップを払っていただければと思いました。

After about 15 minutes on the boat, we arrived at the spot where the dolphins are. We quickly put on our masks and fins and dove in! There were really so many dolphins welcoming us. I think there were more than 20. We briefly drifted away, but they came back to us, and as the instructor mentioned, the dolphins all seemed to be swimming relaxed. They even came right up to us, which was very moving! If I could wish for anything, it would be to swim with them a bit longer. It was so much fun that the time felt really short.

After swimming with the dolphins, we moved a little to a spot with lots of fish and enjoyed snorkeling. They seemed used to people and didn’t escape even when we got close. We also enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding! Afterward, we all had cheeseburgers and pineapple. As the boat was returning to the port, the dolphins came back toward us and showed us some dolphin jumps. It really felt like they were seeing us off. Finally, we danced the hula, and I was very satisfied! Even now that I’m back home, I can’t get the hula dance song out of my head!

船に乗り15分ぐらいでイルカ先生のいるスポットに到着しました。すぐにマスクとフィンを取り付け潜水！本当にたくさんのイルカ先生達がお出迎えしてくれました。20頭以上はいたのではないかと思います。一度離れてしまいましたがまた戻ってきてくれ、インストラクターの方も言ってましたがイルカ先生達はみんなリラックスして泳いでいるようでした。目の前に来てくれることもあり、とても感動しました！欲を言えばもっと一緒に泳ぎたかったな〜〜。楽しくて本当に時間が短く感じました。
イルカ先生と泳いだ後は、魚がたくさんいくところへ少し移動。シュノーケルを楽しみました。人に慣れているのか触れそうになっても全然逃げない。。カヤックやSUPも楽しみました！終わった後はみんなでチーズバーガーとパイナップルを食べました。船が港に戻ろうとするとまたイルカ先生たちがこちらに向かって来てくれドルフィンジャンプを見せてくれました。本当にお見送りしてくれてるかのようでした。最後はフラダンスを踊ってとっても満足で
す！帰国した今もフラダンスの歌が頭から離れません笑。

I was able to discover many sea turtles. I was really moved. The sandbar provided great photo opportunities and became a wonderful memory. While I could swim around the coral reef while snorkeling, I got so caught up in the beauty that it was difficult to leave in the end.

海ガメ、たくさん発見できました。すごく感動しました。サンドバーはすごくいい写真が撮れて、よい思い出になりました。シュノーケルで珊瑚礁を一周泳いでもよいのですが、きれいで夢中になっていたら、最後は帰るのが大変でした。

Excellent pair of guides with a small group of us to work with. I had never snorkeled before and had no trouble following the instructions. It didn't matter that I was not an experienced swimmer. Sure makes a difference getting past the lineup to get in because of being part of a group. I recommend aiming for low tide if you have a choice.

The sea was blue, the sunlight sparkled, the dolphins were cute, and I felt like I wanted to swim forever. Also, all the staff members were really great. I had two close calls due to my mistakes, but both times they kindly helped me out, which was a huge relief...

海が青くて、太陽の光がキラキラ、イルカはかわいいし、もうずっと泳いでいたい気持ちになりました。
また、スタッフさんみなさんとってもよかったです。
私のミスでピンチが２回もありましたが、両方ご厚意でフォローしていただき、とても助かりました・・・。

I have been to Hawaii several times and previously participated in a dolphin school. At that time, I was able to meet the dolphin instructor, but I could hardly see them for a moment. So, this time I enrolled in university for a second chance.

The weather was great, and on the bus ride there, a cheerful lady talked about the dolphin instructor and important notes in a fun way. Her enthusiasm for dolphins was contagious, and I got excited to swim with the dolphin instructor!

Once we boarded the boat, I didn't feel seasick and enjoyed a comfortable cruise. It felt a bit long as we struggled to find the dolphin instructor, but when we finally spotted them, everyone was super excited! We jumped into the sea one after another! Many children participated in the tour, and the staff helped the little ones into the water, pulling them along with floaties, which made it feel safe and enjoyable for families.

When the dolphin instructor approached, the staff shouted, "Look down!" so we swam desperately in that direction. Then, right below us was a pod of dolphins! I couldn't believe how many there were! I was so moved that I forgot to take videos at first and just stared in awe.

After that, we went snorkeling. There weren't many colorful fish, but I enjoyed the beautiful, clear sea. When we got back on the boat, I was hungry and the cheeseburger was really delicious!

A photographer accompanied us and took various pictures, but we couldn't take photos with our own cameras or smartphones, possibly because they wanted us to purchase the photos. I would have loved to take casual pictures with the staff.

I only caught a glimpse of a turtle for a moment, which was disappointing, but meeting so many dolphin instructors became a wonderful memory! On the way back, I was so tired that I fell into a deep sleep and have no recollection of it (laughs).

If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely want to join this tour!

Hawaiiには何度か行った事があり、以前イルカ中学校に参加した事がありました。その時にもイルカ先生には会えたのですが、一瞬でほとんど見えませんでした。なので、今回はリベンジに大学に入学しました。
お天気もよくて、行きのバスの中で元気なお姉さんがイルカ先生についてや、注意事項を楽しく話してくださって、イルカが大好きで熱心な様子も伝わり、早くイルカ先生と泳ぎたい！とテンション上がりました。
船に乗ってからは船酔いもなく、快適なクルージング。
なかなかイルカ先生が見つからず少し長く感じましたが、いざイルカ先生が見つかったらみんなテンションMax‼️
次々に海へ！ツアーにはお子様もたくさん参加していて、小さい子はスタッフの方が一緒に海に入ってくれて海の中でも浮き輪で引っ張ってくれたり、子連れでも安心して楽しめる印象でした。
イルカ先生が近づいてきてくらたら、スタッフが「下見て～！」と叫んでくれるので、必死にそちら側へ泳ぎます。そうすると、真下をイルカ先生の群れが～
こんなにたくさんいるなんて！ホントに感動で、最初は動画とるのも忘れるくらいにただボーっと眺めていました。
その後はシュノーケリングもしました。あんまりカラフルな魚はいなかったけど、透き通った綺麗な海で楽しめました。船にあがったら、チーズバーガーお腹もすいてて、すごく美味しかったです‼️
写真は、カメラマンさんが同行していて、いろんな写真を撮ってくれていましたが、その写真を購入してほしいからか、自分たちのカメラやスマホでは写真を撮ってもらえませんでした。スタッフの方との写真が気軽に撮れたら嬉しかったです。
カメさんは、1匹一瞬しか見えなかったので残念でしたが、たくさんのイルカ先生に会えたのはいい思い出になりました！
帰りのバスは疲れて爆睡で記憶がありません(笑)
また、Hawaiiに行く機会があればぜひ参加したいと思えるツアーでした。

I signed up for the early morning plan this time. The instructors were both Japanese and foreign, but they spoke Japanese fluently and had the hospitality typical of Japan, making the snorkeling experience very enjoyable.

They were also kind in guiding those who are not good at swimming.

Hanauma Bay can be accessed if you plan it yourself, but during busy times, joining a plan like this makes it relatively easier to enter, so I highly recommend it.

今回朝一のプランに申し込みました。
日本人の方と、外国の方が先生でしたが、日本語ぺらぺらでしたし、日本のホスピタリティも持ち合わせていらっしゃるのでとても楽しくシュノーケルが出来ました。

泳ぎが苦手な方にも親切に指導していらしてました。

ハナウマ湾は自身でも計画さえすれば入れるところですが、混む時期はこのようなプランに入れば比較的楽に入場できるので大変おすすめです。

During our recent trip to Hawaii, we finally got to participate in a tour with wild dolphins at Dolphin University, which we had been looking forward to. We were a family of four, and I was a bit nervous about whether we would encounter dolphins, especially since I had my 5-year-old son and 9-year-old daughter with me. However, we were fortunate enough to come across a large pod, and my son, who was snorkeling for the second time, was incredibly excited to see them. He enjoyed snorkeling and kayaking until the very end! We were thoroughly satisfied with the warm support from the staff, and I definitely want to join this tour again on our next trip to Hawaii! I highly recommend it!!!

この度のハワイ旅行で、念願の野生イルカとのツアーで【名門イルカ大学】にヒットし、家族四人で参加させてもらいました。
イルカに遭遇できるか？５才の息子と９才の娘と一緒だったため、小さな子どもたちでもちゃんと見れるか？ドキドキでしたが、見事大きな大群に出逢えてシュノーケル２回目だった５才の息子も大群を見ることが出来て大興奮でしたし、一番最後までシュノーケルもカヤックも楽しんでました！スタッフの方々のあたたかいサポートにも終始大満足で、次回のハワイ旅行の時にも是非また参加したいと思えるツアーでした！超～オススメですよ！！！！！

I had an amazing snorkeling experience in the most beautiful sea, and a sea turtle swam right underneath me! The captain had a great personality, and the crew was friendly and fun. The lunch they prepared and the beer were delicious! If you come to Hawaii, this is definitely a must-do!

最高に綺麗な海でのシュノーケリングで
たまたま泳いでいる真下をウミガメが泳ぎ抜けて行きました！
船長のキャラも良く
船員の雰囲気も気さくで楽しく
作ってくれたランチもビールも美味でした！
是非ハワイに来たら行くべきです！

Was a really nice and relaxing sail. Everyone was really nice. Snorkelling gear and floatation vests were provided. Packet snacks like chips and candy were provided on board. You just have to pay for drinks (even bottled water). I would suggest bringing your own water.

I apologize for the long message.
I participated with my three children early in the morning on July 19, but unfortunately, we didn't get to see any dolphins. To make matters worse, it seemed that the day was affected by a typhoon, and the waves were quite rough, making for a really tough tour.
As the main event of our Hawaii trip, I wanted my sons, who love swimming, to swim with dolphins. After reading many reviews, I chose this tour, which allows participation from age two, and I was really looking forward to it. I woke up early and took all three kids with me. I wanted to create good memories, so I purchased a USB and an SD card in advance as recommended.
However, after boarding the boat and being tossed around in the rough waves for over an hour while searching for dolphins, even our family, who usually doesn't get seasick, started to feel unwell, along with other participants.
We changed our plans and started with free snorkeling time, but as soon as the boat finally stopped, the nausea peaked... Many people felt sick and were resting on the boat.
Even though we felt unwell, we decided to jump into the sea, but the wave conditions were quite severe, making it difficult even for adults to snorkel. It was a challenging task for my husband and me to care for our three children while swimming, and our four-year-old and two-year-old sons were crying. There were only a few crew members in the water to support us, and there were no floatation devices for the kids. Of course, it wasn't a situation where anyone could play on the trampoline or paddleboard; it seemed like no one was having fun. We returned to the boat early, but the seasickness didn't go away, and eventually, our second son got sick. The only one who enjoyed the slide was our eight-year-old son.
Despite purchasing the SD card and USB in advance, I didn't even realize that underwater photos were being taken, as we spent so little time in the water. I regret buying them since we didn't get to see any dolphins. (Moreover, for some reason, I can't open the photos on the USB after returning home.)
Even after returning to the boat, the seasickness lingered, and I felt unwell, not to mention we hardly saw any dolphins or turtles, so I didn't even feel like eating a cheeseburger. There were a few others who were also taking out food. On the way back, there was a hula dance performance, but the mood inside the boat had dropped significantly, and the crew's high spirits felt out of place.
I heard that other tour companies also didn't encounter any dolphins that day, and I understand that it's nature, so it's not 100% guaranteed. However, most of the time was spent traveling, and the sea conditions were terrible, leaving us with hardly any time in the water. Overall, I was left with dissatisfaction regarding the photos and videos. We received a voucher for half-price participation next time, but it's not easy for our family to come to Hawaii again, and I can't justify the cost of over 80,000 yen for that experience.
If participation is allowed from age two, I wish they would consider more accommodations for children. We have participated in various activities as a family before, but this was the most expensive tour with the lowest satisfaction. While our family trip to Hawaii was enjoyable, thinking back on this day makes me sad.

長文になります、すみません。
7/19早朝から子供３人を連れて参加しましたが、残念ながらイルカには会えませんでした。それどころか、その日は台風の影響らしく波がかなりうねっていて本当に辛いツアーになりました。
今回のハワイ旅行のメインとして、泳ぐのが大好きな息子達にイルカと一緒に泳がせてあげたいと思い、口コミもたくさん読んで２歳から参加できるこのツアーを選びものすごく楽しみに、がんばって早起きをして３人連れて行きました。いい思い出を残したいと思い、USBもSDカードもすすめられるがまま事前に購入しました。
しかし、船に乗って荒々しい波に延々一時間以上？揺られながらイルカを探しまわるが現れず、その時点で船酔いしない我が家も、他の参加者も具合が悪そうに…⤵
予定を変更して、先にフリーシュノーケルタイムと、やっと停舶したと同時に気持ち悪さがピークに。。。何人もの方が気持ちが悪くなって船で休んでいました。
我が家も気持ち悪いながらも
せっかくだからと思いきって海に飛び込みましたが、波のうねりがかなりひどく、大人でもシュノーケルが難しい状況なうえに、夫婦で３人の子供達をケアしながら泳ぐのは至 難の技で、４歳と２歳の息子は号泣。それでも海に入ってるクルーはわずかだし、子供へのサポートや浮き具なども特になし。もちろんトランポリンやパドルボートなどで遊べるような状況ではなく、誰も遊んでいなかったようです。早々に船に戻るも船酔いが治らず、とうとう次男は戻してしまいました。唯一8才の息子は滑り台は楽しんでいましたが。
事前にSDカード＆USBを購入したのにも関わらず、肝心な水中での写真なんて撮られている自覚もありません、そもそも海に入ってる時間がわずかだったので。イルカに会えないなら買わなければ良かったと思っています。(しかも、帰国してからなぜかUSBの写真が開けない)
船に戻っても船酔いが治らず、気持ちは悪いわイルカにも亀にもろくに会えないわで、チーズバーガーなんてましてや食べる気になりませんでした。同じようにテイクアウトしてる人も、何人かいました。帰りもフラダンスの披露などありましたが、もう船内のテンションは落ちまくり、クルー達の高いテンションは空回り、といった感じでした。
その日は他のツアー会社もどこもイルカに遭遇できなかったとのことで、自然のものなので、100%ではないのは承知済みですが、ほとんどが移動で終わり、さらに海のコンディションは最悪で水中にはほとんど入れず、写真や動画撮影に対しても、全てにおいて不満だけが残りました。次回半額で参加できるバウチャーを、いただきましまが、我が家にとってそんなに簡単にハワイに来られる訳でもありませんし、そもそもあの内容に対しての５人で80000円以上の負担は納得がいきません。
２歳から参加OKとしているなら、もっと子供への配慮を考えてほしいものです。今まで様々なアクティビティに、家族で参加してきましたが、今までで一番高額で 満足度は一番低いツアーでした。今回の家族でのハワイ旅行は楽しかったですが、この日のことを思い出すと悲しくなります。