Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was really anxious about snorkeling since I can't swim at all, but they provided fins and life jackets, and you can practice snorkeling in the shallow waters of the sandbar, so I recommend it for beginners!
They communicated in Japanese, which made the explanations easy to understand, and it was beautiful to take a walk in the middle of the ocean where you could stand!
The schedule was as follows: sandbar (photo opportunities, snorkeling practice) → lunch on the boat → turtle watching → snorkeling.
There was a shallow area about knee-deep right in the middle of the ocean. It was a bit disappointing that the sun wasn't very strong and it was cloudy that day, but I was satisfied because I wanted to visit the sandbar!
While we were practicing snorkeling, they were preparing lunch by grilling hamburgers on the boat. We moved while enjoying fruits, hamburgers, and drinks with a view of the ocean, heading to the turtle watching point.
We saw about 5-6 large turtles swimming in a circle! They occasionally popped their heads up, and it’s rare to see so many at once.
After that, we started snorkeling in earnest. They fed the fish, so there were plenty around the boat! The coral reefs were beautiful, and the hour went by in no time.
I recommend bringing an underwater camera. There are lots of blue and yellow fish.
I want to participate again!
まったく泳げないのでシュノーケリングに不安があったけれど、フィンやライフジャケットもちゃんと用意されているし、サンドバーの浅瀬で事前にシュノーケルの練習も出来るので初めての人にもオススメです☆
日本語で対応してくれたので、説明もわかりやすいし、海の真ん中で足が着くところをお散歩できてキレイなところでした!
スケジュールとしては、サンドバー(写真撮影、シュノーケル練習)→船上ランチ→海がめウオッチング→シュノーケルの順番でした。
膝くらいの浅瀬のところが本当に海の真ん中にありました。
当日はそんなに日差しが強くなく曇りがちだったのがちょっと残念でしたが、サンドバーに行ってみたかったので満足です♪
シュノーケルの練習をしている間に船上ではハンバーガーを焼いてランチの準備をしてくれていました。
フルーツ、ハンバーガー、飲み物を海を眺めながら食べつつ移動し、海がめウオッチングポイントまで。
大きな海がめが5-6ひき(?)輪になって泳いでいました!! たまに顔を出してくれて、こんなにたくさん見れるのは珍しいそうです。
その後、本格的にシュノーケル開始です。
餌付けをしてくれるので船の周りはお魚がたくさん!!
さんご礁もきれいであっという間の1時間でした。
水中カメラを持っていくことをオススメします。
青や黄色のお魚がたくさんいます。
また参加したいです!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/25 |
Reviewed by: min
This trip was my second time in Hawaii★ Last year was my first experience in Hawaii, and I was completely captivated by this country, so I came back this year★ I wanted to experience something unique to Hawaii, so I joined this heavenly ocean tour! I had read a lot of reviews before going, so I was filled with anticipation about what a fun tour it would be...♪ But... everything exceeded my expectations (>_<)
As someone who loves the ocean, this tour provided me with incredibly wonderful and happy moments (:▽;) The staff were all very fun, and the men were incredibly handsome... (>U<)★ I even got to take pictures with them~~♪ I've seen many oceans in Japan, but nothing compares to the ocean I was taken to on this tour!!
The blue, azure, and deep blue were beyond anything I could imagine in Japan!!!! The contrast of cobalt blue and emerald green was so beautiful that I genuinely felt grateful to be alive, without exaggeration (laughs). At the sandbar, there was really nothing to do... that time itself was pure "healing," and I realized how trivial my worries were... I was able to let go of everything★ It truly was a "power spot"★
I took many photos with the emerald green sea as a backdrop, in places used for filming Jurassic Park and Godzilla♪ It was my first experience with snorkeling, and I discovered the beauty of the underwater world for the first time, which is still vividly etched in my memory. I was thrilled to meet a sea turtle while snorkeling. After getting out of the water, I was able to see sea turtles from the boat multiple times, and that alone made me incredibly happy.
This became my best memory from the four-night, six-day trip!!★ I brought a waterproof digital camera, so I was able to capture plenty of photos underwater and at the sandbar, and I’m very satisfied with that. I highly recommend bringing a waterproof camera if you can♪ I will definitely participate again next year (^3^)
今回の旅行は私にとってハワイ二度目★
去年ハワイ初体験でもうすっかりこの国に魅了されてしまい今年もやってまいりました★今回はハワイならではのことが体験したくてこの天国の海ツアーに参加しました!行く前から口コミでもたくさん読んでいたのでどんな楽しいツアーなんだろ・・♪と期待に胸をふくらませておりましたが・・・・・
もう、、、すべてが想像以上でした(>_<)
海大好きな私にとってこのツアーはたまらなく素晴らしい幸せな時間が過ごせました(:▽;)スタッフの皆さまも非常に楽しくまた男性は非常にかっこよく・・(>U<)★一緒に写真撮ってもらっちゃいました~~♪
日本でたくさんの海をみてきましたがこのツアーで連れてっていただいた海にかなうものはありません!!
日本では考えれないぐらい青い蒼い碧い!!!!
コバルトブルーとエメラルドグリーンのコントラストがとても美しく心底。。大袈裟でなく生きててよかったと思いました(笑)サンドバーでは本当に何もすることがない・・その時間こそが「癒し」そのもので色んな自分の悩みがなんてちっぽけなものだったんだろ・・と全部ふっきれました★まさに【パワースポット】です★
ジュラシックパークやゴジラの撮影で使われていた場所をバックにエメラルドグリーンの海とたくさん写真を撮りました♪シュノーケルも初体験だったのですが海の中の美しさ素晴らしさを初めて知り、今でもしっかり目に焼き付いてます。海ガメさんにもシュノーケルのときに会うことができ感動の嵐でした。海からでて船の上からの何度も海ガメさんにあうことができてそれだけですごく幸せでした。
四泊六日の旅行の中で一番の思い出となりました!!★私は防水のデジカメを持って行ったので十分に海の中の写真やサンドバーでの写真を残すことができましてとても満足してるのでできれば防水のカメラを持っていくことをお勧めします♪来年も必ず参加します(^3^)
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/25 |
Reviewed by: jen
My first time at the Kaneohe Bay sandbar.
I was truly surprised by its beauty, which exceeded my expectations!
On the day of the visit, I was a bit worried about the clouds affecting the view, but when we arrived at the sandbar, it was sunny with a stunning marine blue sea! The contrast between the deep and shallow waters was incredibly beautiful. You won't see a view like this anywhere else.
At the sandbar, we had about an hour of free time to play beach volleyball, practice snorkeling, take photos, and relax. I had my camera with me, and the Japanese staff took many posed commemorative photos for me! I brought a digital camera that can be used underwater, but I recommend using an underwater camera here! You can capture some really great photos.
After that, we enjoyed hamburgers on the boat. These were large and delicious hamburgers. Soft drinks were available in unlimited quantities. Alcohol (beer, wine) is available for an additional charge.
Then we moved away from the sandbar for some sea turtle watching. We could see many sea turtles from the boat. On this day, we were also able to see a manta ray, which is quite rare!
Finally, we went snorkeling in an area with coral. I was truly amazed here!
As soon as I dove in, there was a sea turtle right in front of me! I never expected to encounter a sea turtle so close, and I was really moved. There were many more fish here than at Hanauma Bay, and I was never bored swimming around.
If you're going to Oahu, I think this tour is a must-do at least once. The staff's excellent service was also wonderful. It truly became a fantastic memory.
初めてのカネオヘ湾のサンドバー。
本当に想像以上の綺麗さにびっくりしました!
当日少し雲がかかっていて綺麗に見えるか心配だったのですが、サンドバーに到着した時は晴天で本当にマリンブルーの海!深い海と浅い海の色の変わり目が素晴らしく綺麗です。こんな景色は他では見れません。
サンドバーではビーチバレーをしたりシュノーケル練習、写真撮影などと各自自由時間を一時間ほどとってくれてゆったりできます。私はカメラを持っていたら、日本人スタッフの方が記念撮影をポーズ指定で沢山撮ってくれました♪
私は水中でも使用可能なデジタルカメラを持っていったのですが、ここでは水中カメラお勧めです!本当にいい写真が沢山撮れます。
その後は船上でハンバーガーをいただきました。
これも大きいハンバーガー美味しかったです。
ソフトドリンクは何杯でもいただけます。
お酒(ビール、ワイン)は有料です。
そしてサンドバーから離れて海ガメウォッチング。
沢山海ガメが船上から見ることができます。
この日はなかなか見ることができないマンター?
も見ることができました。
最後に珊瑚のあるところでシュノーケリング。
ここで本当にびっくりすることが!!!!
なんと、潜った瞬間、目の前に海ガメがいたのです!!
まさかこんな目の前で海ガメに遭遇すると思わなかったので本当に感動しました。
お魚はハナウマ湾よりもずっと沢山いて泳いでいて全く飽きませんでした。
オアフ島に行くのであればこのツアーは必ず一度は行った方がいいと思います。
スタッフの対応の良さもとても素晴らしかったです。本当に素敵な思い出になりました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The guides were all English-speaking, and only when we arrived at the sandbar did a Japanese guide come aboard from another boat to explain how to use the snorkeling equipment and the facilities on the boat in Japanese. Therefore, the overall content was mostly explained in English, but I didn't feel anxious about it. The staff were all very kind, so I didn't experience any particular inconvenience.
There were three destinations: Sandbar → Coral Reef → Sea Turtle Watching.
First, we headed to the sandbar. It was near the area where you can see Chinaman's Hat, and the location was fantastic. I thought the sandbar would be close to the land, but it was actually quite far from the shore, and I was amazed to find a spot where the water was up to my waist. The scenery was so beautiful that I thought if there is a paradise, it must look like this. At the sandbar, you can also play volleyball. Since the water is shallow, it might be a good place for those who are not used to snorkeling to practice. They provide fins and life jackets for snorkeling, so even those who are not good swimmers can feel safe.
When I went snorkeling at the sandbar, I encountered a sea turtle and was able to swim with it, which was another amazing experience. I brought a waterproof camera, so I was able to take great photos. If you don't have one, a disposable camera with waterproof features is also fine, so I recommend bringing one. You can buy one for about $13 at the many ABC Stores in Waikiki.
For lunch, we had hamburgers, which the captain grilled on the stove while we were playing at the sandbar, and they were delicious.
The second snorkeling session took place at a coral reef the size of a soccer field, where we could feed a lot of fish. It was a fun experience to have colorful fish pecking at the food I held.
During the sea turtle watching, we were able to see many sea turtles from the boat and took a lot of photos.
The sandbar is offshore, and it's a place you obviously can't reach by car, so I felt it was definitely worth using when visiting Hawaii.
ガイドの方々はみんな英語で、サンドバーに到着したときのみに日本人のガイドの方が他の船から乗ってきて、日本語で再度シュノーケリングの使い方や船内設備等の説明してくれました。
よって全体的な内容はほぼ英語での説明になりますが、不安になることはありませんでした。
スタッフの方も皆さん親切な方々なので特に不便はしませんでした。
目的地は三か所あり、サンドバー → サンゴ礁 → 海亀ウォッチングとなります。
最初に、サンドバーへ向かいます。
チャイナマンズ・ハットが見える周辺であり、ロケーションは最高でした。
サンドバーということで陸地に近い場所にあるのかなと思っていたのですが、陸まではかなり距離がある場所であり、こんなところに腰くらいまでの水深の場所があるのかと感動し、天国があるならばこんな景色なんじゃないかなと思えるほど素晴らしい景色と体験ができました。
サンドバーではバレーボールをすることもできます。
また、浅いのでサンドバーでシュノーケリングに慣れない方は練習するのもいいかもしれません。
シュノーケリングの際にはフィンやライフジャケット等も貸してもらえるので泳ぎが得意でない方でも安心です。
サンドバーでシュノーケリングをした際、そこで海ガメと遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができ、またまた感動でした。防水のカメラを持って行っていたのでばっちり写真を撮ることもできました。
持っていない方は防水機能の付いた使い捨てカメラでも構わないので、持っていくことをお勧めします。ワイキキにたくさんあるABCマートで13ドルくらいで購入できます。
昼食はハンバーガーになります、サンドバーで遊んでいる間に船長がコンロで焼いてくれるので、おいしかったです。
2回目のシュノーケリングはサッカー場ほどのサンゴ礁で行います、ここでたくさんの魚に餌付けを行うことができます。自分が持った餌に色とりどりの魚が突っついてくる状態で面白い経験ができました。
海亀ウォッチングはかなりたくさんの海亀を船上から見る事ができ、写真もたくさん取れました。
沖合にあるサンドバーであり、車では当然行けない場所ですし、ハワイに行った際にはかなり利用する価値はあるのではないかと感じました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Jackie & Shannon
Aloha! We are local residents of the island Oahu and have never been fortunate enough to do an activity like this one... until now!
Captain Bob's tour was an adventure full of variety for even the local resident. The sandbar was amazing and a great place to start the activity. We were surprised at the size of the sandbar and even though our tour was a crowded we had ample space to enjoy our own privacy and each others company. There was also volleyball set up in the middle of the ocean for playing and group enjoyment.
We then went to a spot where we saw an abundance of sea turtles. As locals of Hawaii, turtles are no big surprise and are often seen in our waters everywhere. However, when we cruised over the area - they were such an amazing and beautiful sight, that we started to ooh and ahh!
The actual snorkeling was also an experience. The reef that we were brought to was private and well marked and preserved. It was beautiful to swim around the edges and explore. It was the
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in late October 2008!
The participants were all newlyweds. I saw it online and imagined a blue sea, but unfortunately, the weather was bad on the day. The water depth was up to my stomach, and we were far from the sandbar.
Also, be careful because the water is quite cold!
2008年10月下旬に参加しました!
参加者は新婚さんばかりでした。
ネットで見て、ブルーの海を想像していたのですが。。
当日は生憎天気が悪く、また水深もお腹のあたりまであり
サンドバーには程遠かったです。
また、かなり水が冷たいので、ご注意を!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/05 |
Reviewed by: yurime.
This time, I aimed to participate on a low tide day!
...but I mistakenly checked the calendar, and it was almost high tide (;_;).
I set sail feeling a bit disappointed.
But that feeling quickly faded!
The ocean here is completely different from Waikiki Beach.
It's not like the beaches in the North; it really feels like you're taken right into the middle of the sea.
Even at high tide, there are shallow areas where adults can sit and relax.
As our guide Yuko said, it was a sea where you could just "do nothing and zone out."
The snorkeling afterward was fun, and swimming while watching turtles was the best!!
Even those who can't swim can look for them from the boat.
Most of the staff are Japanese, so there's peace of mind in terms of language.
I think people of all ages can enjoy it safely and comfortably.
I participated in the morning session this time, but I definitely want to join the afternoon session next time.
Or if there's a full-day plan, I would definitely go!
今回は干潮日を狙って参加!
…したのに暦のみ間違いでほぼ満潮(;_;)
ちょっと残念な気分のまま出航しました。
でもそんなのすぐ晴れます!
ワイキキビーチとはまるで違う自然の中の海。
ノースのようなビーチとも違い、
本当に海の真ん中に連れて行かれる感じです。
満潮時でもオトナなら座れる程度の浅瀬でぼんやりタイム。
ガイドのゆうこさんが仰っていた通り、
『何にもしないでぼーっとする』ことの出来る海でした。
その後のシュノーケルも楽しかったし、
なんと言っても亀を見ながら泳げるのはサイコー!!
泳げないヒトも船上から見れるよう探してくれます。
スタッフはほとんどが日本人なので、言葉の面も安心。
老若男女問わずみんなで安心して楽しめると思います。
今回は午前の分で参加したけど、
今度は是非午後の分で参加したいです。
もしくは1日プランがあれば、ココなら行きます!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/10/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We used this service during our honeymoon trip to Hawaii in late July. There were three participants, including my wife and me. The guide was fluent in Japanese and very entertaining. My wife struggles with sports and had a hard time getting used to swimming, but the guide patiently supported her until the end. Thanks to that, we heard her say something very positive that she usually wouldn't: "I want to try this again."
Underwater, we were able to see many fish and, believe it or not, a sea turtle! If you only consider the price, there are cheaper options available locally and on other sites, but when you include the services (ticket purchase, bus ride to the bay, snacks, and the guide), I think it's definitely a great deal. I highly recommend it, especially for beginners! If I have the chance again, I would love to participate.
7月下旬から新婚旅行でハワイに行ったとき利用させてもらいました。参加者は私達夫婦を含めて3人でした。
ガイドさんは日本語もバッチリ☆そしておもしろい★妻はスポーツが苦手で、なかなか泳ぎになれず、最後の方まで苦戦していましたが、ガイドさんが、最後まで根気強くサポートしてくれました。そのおかげで、「またやってみたい。」といういつもにはないチョー前向きな言葉を聞くことが出来ました。
また水中では、たくさんの魚や、なっなっなんとウミガメを見ることも出来ました。
料金だけで考えると、現地や他のサイトで、もっと安いものもありますが、サービス(入場券購入、湾までのバス利用、おやつ、ガイドなど)を含めると、断然お得だと思いました。特に初心者には絶対お勧め!!
また機会があれば、是非参加してみたいと思います(^_^)v
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/09/23 |
Reviewed by: Charity
Captain Bob's was one of the highlights of our trip. The crew was very laid back and extremely helpful (served us beer in the water). One girl even got stung by a jellyfish and the captain carried her all the way back to the boat and immediately rendered first aid. 60 of us total and it was not crowded at all. Burgers were good, people were awesome and the snorkeling was spectacular. Saw a few turtles and other beautiful fish. Volleyball on the sandbar was pretty fun too!! All in all my husband and I really had a great time. Would highly recommend it to anyone!!!!!!!!
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/12 |
Reviewed by: Hula
I participated in a morning plan on September 1st.
Contrary to the clear skies in Waikiki, the area around Kaneohe Bay was unfortunately cloudy. Moreover, the sandbar we were looking forward to visiting had its low tide at just after 6 AM that day, so by the time we arrived, the water level was already up to our knees, and we couldn't stroll on the white sandbar like in the commercials. Therefore, if you really want to walk on the sandbar, I recommend doing some thorough research beforehand.
After returning to the boat and enjoying some light snacks like bread, chips, and fruits, we went snorkeling. A Japanese staff member kindly explained how to use the equipment, so I think even beginners will be fine. Perhaps due to the cloudy weather, the visibility underwater wasn't very clear, but we were still able to see the coral reefs and tropical fish perfectly.
After that, we changed locations for a second snorkeling session. We were supposed to swim with sea turtles, but unfortunately, none appeared (cry). However, we were able to see a sea turtle surfacing for air from the boat at another spot♪
On the way back, you can ride in the shuttle car in your swimsuit, so if you have something to throw on, you won't need to change. However, it can get quite cold on the boat, so it's better to have a jacket. Depending on the weather, I wore a hoodie and wrapped myself in a bath towel. Also, since waves can splash into the boat, it might be a good idea to put your belongings in a waterproof bag. If you want to take photos without worrying about getting wet, a waterproof case for your digital camera is a must☆ They were selling waterproof cameras on the boat too, but I think it was around $25?
While I regret not seeing the sandbar due to the weather, the time spent in the beautiful sea became a great memory. I would love to participate again next time for a revenge trip♪
9月1日に午前発のプランに参加しました。
快晴のワイキキとは裏腹に、カネオヘ湾付近はあいにくの曇り空。しかも楽しみにしていたサンドバーは当日の干潮が午前6時過ぎだったということで、私達が到着した頃には既に膝下くらいまでの水位があり、CMのように白いサンドバーを闊歩・・・という具合にはいきませんでした。なのでどうしてもサンドバーを歩きたい!!という方は事前によく調べていくことをオススメします。
ボートに戻ってパンやチップス、フルーツなどの軽食を頂いた後はシュノーケルです。使い方など日本人のスタッフさんが丁寧に教えてくれるので、初めての方でも大丈夫だと思いますよ☆曇天のせいか水中もあまりクリアではありませんでしたが、それでも珊瑚礁と熱帯魚はバッチリ見ることができました。
その後ポイントを変えて2度目のシュノーケル。ウミガメと泳ぐ~♪・・・ハズが、カメ現れず(泣)。でも、ボートに戻って他のポイントに行き、船上からでしたが水面で息継ぎをするウミガメに会うことができました♪
帰りは水着のまま送迎車に乗せてもらえるので、羽織るものでもあれば着替えは必要ありません。ただ、船上はかなり寒いので上着があった方がいいです。お天気にもよると思いますが、私はパーカーを着て更にバスタオルにくるまってました。あと、波しぶきが船内まで入ってくることもあるので持ち物はビニールバッグなど濡れてもいいバッグに入れて行った方がいいかもしれません。水濡れを気にせず写真を撮りたい方は、デジカメ用の防水ケースもマストです☆船上でも防水カメラ売ってましたが・・・25ドルだったかな?
お天気とサンドバーを見られなかったのが心残りでしたが、綺麗な海でのひと時はいい思い出になりました。次回、リベンジしにまた参加したいです♪
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/09/05 |
Reviewed by: ふく
As a beginner in snorkeling and not very good at swimming, I wanted to try snorkeling at Hanauma Bay, so I joined this tour.
The guide, Alan, was very kind, which made it easy for me to swim and I really appreciated that. The life jackets really do float. I was very satisfied to see turtles as well.
I am grateful that they took us along in the water even though we couldn't swim very well. I would love to go again.
シュノーケル初心者で、泳ぎも得意でないのですが、一度ハナウマ湾でシュノーケリングをしてみたかったのでこのツアーに参加してみました。
ガイドのアランさんがとってもやさしくて、安心して泳ぐことができて、とてもよかったです。ライフジャケットは本当に浮きます。カメも見られて大満足でした。
あまり泳げない私たちを泳いで連れて行ってくれるんですから、感謝感謝でした。また行きたいと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/09/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I saw a sea turtle for the first time! It was very moving.
初めて海ガメを見ました!とても感動しました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/31 |
Reviewed by: こんぺいとう
This time, our family participated with eight members ranging from 10 to 73 years old across three generations. I was a bit worried about whether the kids and grandparents would be okay... but the two guides were very kind and escorted us, and we even got to meet a honu (sea turtle). Before we knew it, time flew by. If I have the chance again, I would definitely like to join this tour. Thank you for the wonderful memories.
今回下は10歳から上は73歳まで3世代8人のファミリーで参加しました。子供やおじいちゃんおばあちゃん・・・大丈夫かな・・・海に入るまで不安はありました。でもガイドのお二人がとても親切にエスコートしてくださり、ホヌにも出会え、あっという間に時間が過ぎてしまいました。また機会があれば是非こちらのツアーに参加したいと思います。素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/30 |
Reviewed by: azugon
This was my eighth trip to Hawaii, and I have exhausted all the optional tours featured in magazines. I participated with my husband and our two sons, who are in middle and elementary school, making a total of four of us. I had always wanted to experience sailing on a large yacht after seeing others enjoy it, and with the kids' request for snorkeling, we decided on this tour.
Since it was during the Obon holiday, half of the participants were Japanese families. There were no Japanese staff on the tour, and all explanations on the yacht were in English.
We walked to the meeting point, which was easy to find. The yacht departed on time. After about 20 minutes, we arrived at our destination off the coast of Waikiki, where we received instructions on how to use the goggles and floats, as well as information about the fish we would see. We then enjoyed an hour of snorkeling. The wind was calm, and there was little rocking; the water was clear, allowing us to see many small and large black fish. Our underwater camera was put to good use. On the yacht, soft drinks were available for $1 and beer for $3. The remaining time was spent sailing back while enjoying the views of Waikiki. We went quite far out and close to Diamond Head, where dolphins and turtles approached the yacht.
I had some anxiety about signing up since there were no participant reviews, but I truly felt it was a great decision to join this tour.
今回は8回目のハワイで、雑誌に掲載されているようなオプショナルツアーは行きつくしている贅沢モンです。
夫婦と中学生・小学生の男子、合計4人で参加しました。以前から大きなヨットでセーリングを楽しむ人々を見て、いつか私も体験したいと思っていたツアーでした。子供たちのリクエストもあってシュノーケリング付きの、このツアーに決めました。
お盆の時期だったので、参加者の半分は日本人のファミリーでした。ツアーのスタッフに日本人はいません。ヨット上での説明もすべて英語です。
集合場所まで徒歩で向かいました。場所はすぐに分かります。時間通りにヨットは出発しました。20分ほどで目的地のワイキキ沖に着き、ゴーグルや浮きの使い方や見える魚の説明があり、その後1時間シュノーケルを楽しみました。風も穏やかで揺れも少なく、海の透明度は良く大小の黒い魚がたくさんみえました。持参の水中カメラが活躍しました。ヨットの上で、ソフトドリンク1ドル・ビール3ドルで買えます。残りの時間は、ワイキキ沖をセーリングしながら帰ります。かなり沖の方やダイヤモンドヘッド近くまで行きました。その時、ヨットの近くにイルカやカメがよってきました。
参加体験談が無かったので申し込み時には不安もありましたが、このツアーに参加して本当に良かったと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to encounter many dolphins. I was moved to see baby dolphins as well. Instead of swimming after the dolphins, if you stay still in one place, they come to you one after another. I was able to meet countless dolphins. ☆ Also, for small children, the guide swims closely with them, so I think parents with kids can participate and enjoy with peace of mind.
たくさんのイルカに出会うことができました。赤ちゃんイルカも見ることができて、感動しました。イルカを追いかけて泳ぐのではなくその場でじっとしていると次から次へとイルカがやってきます。数えきれないくらいたくさん会うことができました☆
また、小さな子供には、ガイドさんがつきっきりで泳いでくれるので、子供連れのパパ&ママも安心して参加&楽しむことができると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Jim
Quite an experience and probably the best time of our trip to Honolulu. We experienced snorkeling with turtles as advertised, one even came up for air in the middle of the four of us. My teenagers were quite excited. On top of that we got to see dolphins that swam with us and around our boat, which is very unusual. The crew were great and very helpful, knowledgeable and upbeat. We had so much fun we went back for the afternoon cruise the next day and had a great time drinking (adults), singing and splashing thru the waves. Also got to see more dolphins along side and a school of fish skimming up on the surface, very cool. We highly recommend this tour and operator.
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/25 |
Reviewed by: とらお
The sandbar had a more beautiful sea than I expected. It was disappointing that I couldn't dive while snorkeling because we had to wear life jackets.
サンドバーですが、予想以上に綺麗な海でした。
シュノーケリングがライフジャケット着用だったので潜れなくて残念でした。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/23 |
Reviewed by: むうぽん
It was fun! The sea was surprisingly blue and beautiful.
The BBQ was delicious.
However, after walking on the sand, I went snorkeling right away, so I spent a long time in the water and got quite cold.
I was moved to see many honu swimming.
楽しかった! びっくりするほど海が青くてきれいでした。
BBQもおいしかったです。
ただ、サンドウォークして、すぐにシュノーケルをしたので、海の中にいる時間が長く、体がかなり冷えました。
ホヌが泳いでいる姿をたくさん見ることができ、感動しました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Battist Family-Madison,WI
Awesome!!! First time snorkeling for our family (3-kids ages 21, 19, 13). Alan was a very good tour guide - patient and knowledgeable & made it easy for us. Our daughter was a bit nervous going over the coral reef so he held her hand until she made it over & then we saw sea turtles which was the highlight. Fish were incredible throughout. Being from Wisconsin, we had an incredible trip and we would sign up to do this again if we get the chance to return. We brought underwater cameras which made it fun for the kids. 5-stars. : )
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/11 |
Reviewed by: Battist Family-Madison,WI
Awesome!!! First time snorkeling for our family (3-kids ages 21, 19, 13). Alan was a very good tour guide - patient and knowledgeable & made it easy for us. Our daughter was a bit nervous going over the coral reef so he held her hand until she made it over. Then we saw sea turtles which was the highlight. Fish were incredible throughout. Being from Wisconsin, we had an incredible trip to Hawaii and we would sign up to do this again if we get the chance to return. We brought underwater cameras which made it fun for the kids. 5-stars. : )
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| Posted on: | 2009/08/11 |
Reviewed by: tsugu
We participated in a morning tour with my 7-year-old and 10-year-old daughters and my wife, who can't swim. Our guide, Alan, picked us up at the meeting point, and on the way, we stopped by Alan's office to choose fins that fit my feet before heading to Hanauma Bay. Alan is a friendly guy who has lived in Nagoya, so he speaks Japanese quite well.
First, we learned how to wear the mask, breathe, and use the fins. We paired up with the kids and set off holding hands. When we got to deeper water, my younger child got scared, but Alan held their hand too, and the three of us held hands as he took us to various points.
There were many different fish, and they came so close that it felt like we could catch them if we reached out. They swam right in front of us and below us without fleeing. We didn't see any turtles, but we encountered some very large fish and long, slender fish about a meter long. Alan mentioned that turtles don't come to the bay much during low tide because it's shallow.
Towards the end, my daughters and wife got tired and decided to retire, while I asked Alan to take me to another point, which left me very satisfied. I brought a disposable underwater camera, but it was difficult to take pictures while floating. I won't know how well they turned out until I develop the film.
Thanks to the life jacket, my wife, who can't swim, was able to float and enjoyed herself. The kids seemed to have a great time too and were reluctant to leave. Alan was very considerate, so we completed the tour without any worries.
For those considering the tour, here's some helpful information: they provide a fairly large safety box (with a lock), which easily accommodated changes of clothes, towels, and sandals for all four of us. The ride down to the beach was easy since we took a trolley bus (the trolley bus fee seemed to be included in the participation cost). There were also showers and changing areas available.
It's a tour that makes you want to participate again!
7歳と10歳の娘と泳げない妻との4人で午前中のツアーに参加しました。
ガイドのアランさんがピックアップ場所まで迎えに来てくれ、途中アランさんの事務所により自分の足に合ったフィンを選びハナウマ湾へ出発。アランさんは名古屋に住んでいたことがあるらしく日本語が達者な気さくなオッサンです。
最初にマスクの付け方、呼吸の仕方やフィンの使い方などを教わり、大人と子どものペアで手をつなぎ出発。深い所に行くと下の子が怖がってしまいましたが、アランさんも子どもの手をつないでくれ3人で手をつなぎいろんなポイントに連れて行ってもらいました。
いろんな魚がたくさんいて、手を伸ばせば捕まえれそうな距離まで近づいても逃げずにいるし、私たちの前や下を普通に泳いで行きます。
亀にはあえませんでしたが、とても大きな魚や1mぐらいはある細長い魚たちに遭遇。亀は引き潮の時間は湾が浅いからあまり来ないと言っていました。
終盤に娘と妻が疲れたとリタイヤ、私はアランさんに別のポイントに連れて行ってもらい大満足。
使い捨ての水中カメラを持って行ったのですが、浮かんだ状態での撮影は難しいです。上手く写っているかは現像してみないと分かりません。
泳げない妻もライフジャケットのおかげで浮いていられ、楽しんでいました。
子どもたちもとても楽しんでくれたみたいで帰るのを惜しんでいました。
アランさんがいろいろと気をつかってくれたので何の不安もなく無事ツアー終了。
ツアー検討中の方へ参考となれば
結構大きいセーフティボックス(鍵付き)を持っていってくれるので、4人分の着替えとタオル、サンダルはその中に余裕で入りました。
海までの上り下りはトロリーバスで行くので楽チン(トロリーバス代は参加費に含まれていたみたい)
シャワーと着替える場所はありました。
もう一度参加したくなるツアーです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/27 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Sanchez
There is no place like Cptn.Bobs for a good adventure, good time
and good fun at all.
Thank you very very much!!!!!!
Patty, Betty, JP and Raul.
Sanchez Palacios, Fam.
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/26 |
Reviewed by: ホヌ
On the day of the new moon, I was able to see a perfect Milky Way. I was incredibly moved, feeling as if I was standing in the universe. I highly recommend enjoying the southern route of the Big Island of Hawaii.
当日は新月だったこともあり、完璧な天の川を見ることができました。まるで宇宙の中に立っているような感覚に大感激。ハワイ島南回りを満喫するにはおススメです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/25 |
Reviewed by: ホヌ
On the day, we were able to see two types of dolphins, and we also saw a rainbow. It seems like it was a very lucky day, and I am extremely satisfied.
当日はイルカは2種類見ることが出来、また虹も見ることができました。
とてもラッキーな一日だったようで、大満足です。
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/25 |
Reviewed by: かみー
Since we had relatives, including a 3-year-old and a 1.5-year-old, at the ceremony, we used it as an activity that everyone could enjoy together. The staff really got everyone excited, and we had a great time! ^^;
挙式で連れて行った親族の中に3歳と1歳半の子供もいたので皆で楽しめるアクティビティとして利用しました。スタッフが盛り上げてくれて、楽しめました^^;
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I had to cancel last time because I caught a cold, so I went for a revenge trip.
On July 13th, it was sunny in Waikiki, but the ocean in Heaven was cloudy... It was cold, but the staff's support was excellent! I had a great time.
It was my first time snorkeling, but I felt very safe with the staff watching over us. The fish and corals were absolutely amazing! I was moved by the incredible color of the ocean when the sun peeked through!
I want to go again.
前回風邪を引いてキャンセルしてしまったので、リベンジしてきました。
7/13の参加で、ワイキキでは晴天だったのに、天国の海は曇り。。。寒かったですが、スタッフさんの対応もばっちり!とても楽しめました。
シュノーケリングは初挑戦でしたが、スタッフさんが見守ってる中だったのでとても安心できました。そして、魚もサンゴもとてもすばらしかった!
晴れ間が覗いた時の海の色のすごさには感動しました!
また行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/15 |
Reviewed by: YUPPY
At the sandbar between the seas, I felt the mystery of nature, it was amazing! For my first time snorkeling, I cautiously ventured from the sandbar to a point where the sea turned a deep blue. I was half scared and half excited, but there were so many fish in the coral reef, it was incredible! Unfortunately, my friend and I couldn't quite grasp the snorkeling techniques and had to give up on going to the deeper part of the sea, but it seemed we practiced a lot at the sandbar. Later, we went to Hanauma Bay for a revenge attempt, and it seems our practice paid off as we were able to see the fish. The staff lady at the sandbar checks if you can snorkel, so it's better not to push yourself too hard.
On that day, there were about 40 participants in the morning session, but in the afternoon when I joined, there were only about 10 people, allowing us to enjoy the scenery comfortably. I also got to taste the much-anticipated malasada, and the BBQ was delicious, it was just the best! Additionally, I brought a waterproof case for my digital camera, which made it so much fun. The photos are filled with my amateurish attempts, but I definitely recommend everyone to bring a waterproof camera. (Photos 5 and 6 are from Hanauma.) There was also a playful and mischievous captain who suddenly showed us a sea cucumber right in front of us, making it a truly enjoyable day.
海と海の間にあるサンドバーで、自然の神秘を感じすごーい?。そして人生初のシュノーケルで、サンドバーから恐る恐る海が濃い青に変わっているポイントへ。怖さとワクワクが半分でしたが、さんご礁にお魚いっぱいですごーい、すごーーい?。残念ながら、私と同行の友人はシュノーケルのコツがつかめず、海が深いポイントへは断念しましたが、サンドバーでずっと練習していた様で、後日ハナウマ湾へリベンジに行ったのですが練習の成果が出てお魚を見る事が出来た様です。サンドバーでスタッフのお姉さんがシュノーケル出来るか見てくれますので余り無理はしない方が良いですね。
この日午前便は40名程の参加者がいた様ですが、私が参加した午後は10名程度でゆったり景色を見る事が出来ました。期待のマラサダ?も食し、BBQも美味しくってもうサイコー★ あと、私はデジカメを防水仕様に出来るウォータープルーフケースを持っていったのですっごい楽しめました。ど素人ぶりが満載な写真ですが、皆様も是非カメラは防水を持っていかれる事をおススメいたします。(5・6枚目はハナウマ) イキナリなまこを握って目の前に出してくるおちゃめでいたずらっ子なキャプテンもいて本当に楽しい1日でした。
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/15 |
Reviewed by: ちえ
I was truly moved to encounter dolphins!!
When I arrived in Hawaii, I was anxious about what the tour staff would be like, but they were really kind and helped create wonderful memories!!
It was reassuring that the staff were Japanese.
Whether or not we would see dolphins was uncertain until that day, but it felt amazing to speed across the beautiful ocean on the boat.
When the dolphins came close, I was really touched, and I still feel happy that I got to swim with them.
The activity passed by in the blink of an eye.
If you go to Hawaii, I definitely recommend participating!!
本当にイルカに出逢えて感動しました!!
ハワイに着いてツアーのスタッフさんもどんな方がこられるのか不安だったけどスタッフさんも本当に親切で楽しい思い出を作っていただけました!!
スタッフさんが日本の方というのも安心できました
イルカにあえるかどうかはその日にならないとわからないけど、でもとっても綺麗な海の上を船でびゅ~んと飛ばすと本当に気持ちよかったです^^。
イルカが近くまで来てくれたときは本当に感動で一緒に泳げたなんて今でも幸せ感があります。
あっという間に時間が過ぎてしまうアクティビティでした。
ハワイに行かれたらぜひ参加してほしいです!!
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/10 |
Reviewed by: ポン
I participated in the dolphin tour again this year. This time, it was with Dolphin Junior High. From the boat, we spotted about 50 dolphins! According to the guide, there are twice as many underwater. When I excitedly entered the water, I encountered many dolphins one after another!! I was very satisfied to hear dolphin babies and their sounds! For those who prioritize meeting dolphins, I think Dolphin Junior High is a great choice. In comparison to the other tour I took last time, which had a larger boat and allowed for fun on the boat and snorkeling, this tour focused more on dolphins, and we weren't as impressed with the snorkeling. However, I was very satisfied to meet so many dolphins. I believe those who are mainly interested in dolphins will have a great time.
去年に続き、イルカツアーに参加しました。
今回は、イルカ中学での参加でした。船の上からイルカの群れを50頭位発見!
ガイドの人によると、水中にはこの倍はいるとのこと。
胸をふくらませて水中に入ると、次から次へとたくさんのイルカに出会うことができました!!
イルカの赤ちゃんやイルカの声も聞けて大満足です!
イルカに出会うことを中心で考えられる方は、イルカ中学がいいと思います。前回の他のツアーは、もっと大きな船で船上やシュノーケルでも楽しめましたが、このツアーはイルカ中心でシュノーケルについては私たちはいまいちでした。でも、たくさんのイルカに出会えてとても満足でした。イルカメインで考えている方は、十分楽しめると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2009/07/08 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Our guide was Juan Carlos and he did a great job. Took time with us (maybe because we were the only family since someone else canceled). Nice Bay, I think it was just right for us beginners.
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| Posted on: | 2009/06/22 |
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