All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

Such a wonderful crew! They were so nice. My grandchildren, from 17 to 26, loved the experience and their patience with my inability to get my ears cleared, yet able to get my picture underwater, was awesome! Thanks to a really wonderful crew! Had a great time! Oh, yeah, I can't swim not one stroke and I wasn't afraid, just wish my ears had cooperated!

I had a great time at the sandbar taking photos, playing beach volleyball, and having a BBQ, and afterwards, we went sea turtle watching! I was very satisfied to see many unexpectedly large sea turtles. Additionally, snorkeling around the coral was a lot of fun!

サンドバーで、写真やビーチバレー、BBQで楽しく過ごし、その後はウミガメウオッチ！
予想外に大きなウミガメが沢山見れて大満足です。
さらに、珊瑚の周りをシュノーケリングして楽しかったです！

What can I say except perfect-starting from the bus picking us up-Jenner was funny and made it like a tour of that part of the Island. The boat crew were all great-quick to help you, offer you stuff, teach you about the boat, the island and the tour. Lunch was great-sandbar was so cool-saw a couple jellies-did not play volleyball but loved watching it. Then we saw at least 10 sea turtles-and a manta-all to end up at the reef-saw a couple sea turtles while in the water and so many fish-it was amazing. I WILL do this again if we return to Oahu.

Absolutely AWESOME!!! The staff where very friendly with a great sense of humor. They knew what they were doing. Always checking in with every person on board to see if they needed anything. We saw tons of dolphins. The SNUBA was fantastic!! We saw so many fish and 2 turtles!! The food and drinks were great as well!!! Will do this again when we come back!!

Wasn't what I expected. It was pretty underwater but you don't maneuver the scooter yourself. It's not motorized or anything. The divers maneuver you by hand. But it was still a memorable experience.

As the name "Heavenly Sea" suggests, the ocean was incredibly beautiful and moving. At the sandbar, the staff took many photos for us, which created wonderful memories. The hamburger we had on the boat was also very delicious. I had heard it would be cold, so bringing a bath towel was the right choice. I would like to use this service again next time.

天国の海と言うだけあって、海がとってもきれいで感動。
サンドバ－ではスタッフの方がたくさん写真を撮ってくださり、思い出が出来て良かった。
船で食べたハンバ－ガ－もとてもおいしかった。
寒いと聞いていたので、バスタオルを持って行って正解だった。
また次回も利用したい。

When I saw "popular," I thought, really?! and felt a bit anxious, but it was really great. The bus ride to and from was cold. There were participants other than Japanese people who seemed to be talking about how cold it was in English, but they only slightly reduced the air flow, and it was still cold. So, warm clothing is necessary.

The sea was truly beautiful, and the kids had a blast! We were very satisfied with the family photos taken. I wish we could have spent more time there. For lunch, we had hamburgers, but the portion was satisfying. The boat also had a restroom, which was reassuring! I didn't experience any seasickness.

After that, we went sea turtle watching. We were able to see several come up for air. Then we moved to a snorkeling spot. We saw a lot of fish and were very satisfied! Both my 6-year-old and 14-year-old enjoyed it. Although we participated at the end of July, it was cold when we got out of the water. At first, I felt the price was a bit high, but my family was very satisfied with our participation. 😊

”人気”と書かれると、ホントに?!と不安に思っていましたが、とても良かったです。
行き帰りのバスは寒かったです。日本人以外の参加の人がいて英語で寒いと会話していたようですが、風量を若干下げてくれてたぐらいで、それでも寒かった。なので、防寒着は必要です。

海は本当にキレイで、子供も大はじゃぎ！
家族写真もうまく撮っていただき大満足。時間的にはもっとゆっくりしたかったなぁ～
お昼は、ハンバーガーだけど、お腹は満足出来る量でした。
船には、トイレもあるので、安心！船酔いも無かったです。
その後は、ウミガメウォッチング。息継ぎに上がってくるのを何匹か見れました。
また移動し、シュノーケリング出来るスポットへ。
魚がいっぱい見れて、大満足！子供6歳、14歳も楽しんでました。
７月末の参加でしたが、海から出ると寒かったです。
最初は、料金的には高い気もしましたが、我が家は参加してとても満足でした(^^)/

The lecture began in the car heading to the ship, and the children seemed somewhat intimidated by the stern instructor. The crowded car was silent. The strict guidance from the instructor continued on board the ship as well. I wonder if they learned not to underestimate the sea.

船へ向かう車内から講義が始まり、厳しい口調の教官に対して子供たちはやや萎縮気味に。満員の車内はシーンとしていました。船内でも教官の厳しい指導が続きました。海をなめてはいけないという教育にはなったかな。

This was a great experience! This was the best part of our vacation, the most fun the both of us had. The crew members really helped to make the trip memorable and so much fun. The crew had much knowledge and was able to answer so many questions. The best part by far was them helping me out. I was very afraid of getting in and snorkeling, I began freaking out and going back to the boat, before getting out the captain asked if I would be more comfortable using a floatation devise to help me out. And man that made a huge difference. Not only did they give me that device they then help me swim out to the spot and help me keep calm. This was the best thing for me, I was very frightened at first but got over it thanks to the crew thank you (:
Tyler & Judy

With 10 adults, 6 toddlers, and 2 infants participating, I thought it would be impossible for everyone to board the boat, but we all managed to get on together, and it became a wonderful memory! The staff were all very nice, providing us with photos and tea, and their attentiveness was excellent. Since it was a short time, I was worried about whether we could enjoy it, but the plan allowed participation even for those with babies and those who didn't want to snorkel, so the whole family was able to have a great time! Plus, since we finished in the morning, we could move on to the next plan, making it a very satisfying day!

大人10名、幼児6名、乳児2名の参加で船の同乗は無理かと思ったけど、みんなで一緒に乗れ、とてもいい思い出になりました！
スタッフの方もみなさん良い方ばかりで、写真やお茶を運んでくれたりで、気配りもとても良かったです。短い時間だったので、楽しめるか心配だったけど、赤ちゃん連れにもシュノーケリングしない人がいても無理なく参加出来るプランで、家族みんなが存分に楽しむ事が出来ました！そして、午前中には、終わるので、次のプランも動け、大満足な日となりました！

The weather on the day was great, and I had an amazing time in the best conditions. I was especially lucky to see manta rays. The staff were very friendly and kind, and I was extremely satisfied. I definitely want to participate again!

当日は天気にも恵まれ、最高のコンディションの中楽しんできました。特にマンタが見れて超ラッキーでした。スタッフの方々もとてもフレンドリー＆親切で大変満足しました。是非また参加したいと思います！

We had a GREAT time! Loved the volleyball on the sandbar, bbq on the boat and cruising across the bay watching the turtles. Snorkeling on the reef was awesome. The crew was awesome. Would do this again in a heartbeat!

I had wanted to visit the sandbar. However, it was unfortunately rainy, and the water depth at the shallowest point was only about knee-deep for men. This was disappointing, as it was due to weather conditions. Despite this, the staff were cheerful and helped create a fun atmosphere, making the experience enjoyable. The snorkeling was in relatively deeper water, but it was safe since we wore life jackets. We were also able to see the honu (sea turtles).

行ってみたかったサンドバー。
しかし生憎の雨、そして最も浅いところの水深も男性の膝下くらいでした。
こればかりは気象条件によるので、残念でした。
そんな中でもスタッフの方々が明るく盛り上げていただき、楽しく過ごせました。
シュノーケリングは比較的深いところですが、ライフジャケットを着て泳ぎますので安心です。ホヌも見ることが出来ました。

I participated in this tour during my first visit to Hawaii.

On the day of the tour, we traveled to the port via a shared bus that stopped at various hotels in Waikiki. During the ride, we received an explanation about the tour.

It seems that the snorkeling spots vary by day, and since the dolphins are completely wild, there’s no guarantee that we will see them. Some days we might encounter around 80 dolphins, while other days we might only see about 20, or in the worst case, none at all. However, since this is nature, there's nothing we can do about it, and it can't be helped. Hearing this made me even more excited as I swayed in the bus.

Once we arrived at the port, we used the restroom, changed out of our clothes, and put on our swimsuits. At this time, they also offered wetsuit rentals, which I believe were around $20, so those who needed one could wear it. By the way, my husband and I thought we would be fine without one, but about half of the participants rented wetsuits.

When it was time to board the boat, I had imagined a somewhat larger vessel, but it felt more like a boat than a ship. Therefore, there was some rocking, so I recommend that anyone prone to motion sickness take some medication beforehand. I personally tend to get quite seasick, so I took some in advance.

After the boat set sail, we spent some time searching for dolphins in the vast ocean, but surprisingly, there were no dolphin detectors on board; we were relying solely on the captain's instincts and experience to find them! I was quite shocked and my anxiety and excitement grew.

Despite my worries, the scenery along the west coast of Oahu was incredibly mystical and beautiful. Unlike Waikiki Beach, it was very quiet and was described as a sacred place for the locals. However, since the name was unfamiliar to me, I forgot the location...

As we were swaying on the boat, the captain made a delightful announcement that there was a pod of dolphins! Everyone quickly put on their snorkeling gear and jumped into the water at the signal.

Following the guide, we proceeded and... there they were! A few dolphins were gracefully swimming at a depth of about 10 meters, and we could see them right below us! However, since we were wearing life jackets and floating on the surface, it didn’t feel like we were swimming with the dolphins. Instead, it felt like we were observing them from above, but I was still so happy to see wild dolphins!

Since dolphins are always swimming and moving, they soon swam away, and we returned to the boat to head in the direction they had gone and entered the water again.

Then, we were able to see another pod of dolphins, and this time, if we listened closely, we could hear their squeaky sounds! The guide also heard the sounds and mentioned that the dolphins were playing.

I don't know if the dolphins were calling out to us, but I felt incredibly happy to have such a precious experience!

After that, we moved by boat again and were taken to see the home of some sea turtles in the ocean. We were able to see about 10 wild sea turtles swimming leisurely up close! Sea turtles come up to the surface to breathe every few minutes, so even as we floated, we could see their faces right in front of us! As someone who loves turtles more than any other creature, I was even more excited about seeing the wild sea turtles than the dolphins!

This tour allowed us to see both wild dolphins and sea turtles, providing a truly rare and happy experience. I hope to visit again the next time I go to Hawaii.

I apologize for my clumsy writing, but I hope it serves as a reference for anyone who reads it. Thank you!

初めてのハワイで参加しました。

当日はワイキキの各ホテルを周る乗合いバスで港まで移動します。
その車内で、まずツアーの説明を受けます。

シュノーケリングするスポットは日によって違うようで、イルカも完全に野生なので、必ず会えるという確約はありませんという事でした。
日によっては80匹程のイルカに会えたり、20匹程しか会えなかったり、最悪全くいないという事もあるそうです。
でもそれも自然相手なのでどうする事もできないし、仕方がないという事でした。
私はそんな話を聞いてますますドキドキしながら、バスに揺られていました。

そして港に着くと、トイレを済ませて、着ていた服を脱ぎ、あらかじめ着用していた水着姿になります。
この時、ウェットスーツの貸し出しも行っていて、たしか20ドルだったと思いますので、必要な方はこちらも着用します。
ちなみに私たち夫婦は大丈夫だろうと思い借りませんでしたが、半数の方が借りていました。

そしていざ船に乗り込むのですが、私は勝手にちょっとした大きさのある船を想像してましたが、船というよりボートに近いかなという感じがしました。
そのためやはり揺れはありますので、乗り物酔いされる方は酔い止めを飲んで行かれる事をお勧めします。
私自身、普段から乗り物酔いが激しいタイプなので、あらかじめ飲んでいきました。

ボートが出港してしばらくの間、ひたすら広い海を進みながらイルカを探すのですが、驚く事にイルカ探知機などは装備しておらず、ただただ船長さんの感覚と経験だけで探すということでした‼︎
私はかなり驚きながらますます不安とドキドキが増していきました。

ただそんな不安を感じながらも、オアフ島西海岸沿いの景色はとても神秘的で綺麗でした。
ワイキキビーチとは違いとても静かで、地元の人達にとって神聖な場所であるというお話でした。
が、聞きなれない名前だった為、地名を忘れてしまいました、、、汗

そうこうしてボートに揺られていると、なんと船長さんからイルカの群れがいるという嬉しい発表が、、、‼︎
すぐにシュノーケリングを着けて海に入る大勢になり、合図とともに海へ飛び込みます。

そしてガイドさんの後に続いて進んで行くと、、、い、いました‼︎
数頭のイルカの群れが、水深10メートル⁇くらいのところを優雅に泳いでいて、私達の真下に見る事ができました‼︎
ただ、私達はライフジャケットを着用して水面に浮かんでいるので、水深何メートルも下にいるイルカと、一緒に泳いでいるという感覚ではなかったです。
ただイルカが群れで泳ぐ様子を私達が上から見ているというという感じでしたが、それでも野生のイルカに会えただけですごく嬉しかったです‼︎

イルカは常に泳いで移動しているので、しばらくするとみんな行ってしまい、私達も一旦ボートに戻り、イルカが進んで行った方向に先回りして、再度海へ入る事になりました。

すると、またイルカの群れを見る事ができたのですが、今度はよく耳を澄ましていると、キィキィキィ、、、というイルカの鳴き声を聞くことができました‼︎
ガイドさんも鳴き声を聞いていて、イルカが遊んでいたねと言っていました。

イルカが私達に向かって声をかけてくれたのかは分かりませんが、貴重な体験ができてすごく幸せな気持ちになりました‼︎

その後、再度ボートで移動し、海中にあるウミガメのおうちに案内してもらいました。
10匹程の野生のウミガメがゆったり泳いでいる光景をすぐ近くで見る事ができました‼︎
ウミガメは数分毎に空気を吸うために水面に上がってくるので、プカプカ浮いてる私達でも、すぐ間近で顔を見る事ができました‼︎
実は生き物の中で1番カメが好きな私は、イルカ以上に野生のウミガメに興奮しっぱなしでした‼︎

このツアーでは野生のイルカにもウミガメにも会えて、とっても貴重な幸せな体験ができました。
次回ハワイに行った際にも、また会いに行けたらなと思います。

つたない文章でしたが、少しでも読んで頂いた方の参考になれば幸いです。
ありがとうございました。

We went snorkeling and saw a lot of turtles above the water. Water wasnt clear enough to see anything with snorkeling gear so they offered free open bar, free sandwiches and cookie.

The sea was beautiful, anyway!
I saw a sea turtle from a distance.
It was my first time snorkeling, and I enjoyed seeing the coral too!
It was great that I could first challenge myself in the shallow waters!
The staff were so cheerful! It was reassuring that the Japanese staff provided clear explanations.
The handmade hamburger we had on the boat was delicious!
The freshly grilled patty was juicy!

とにかく海が綺麗でした！
遠目でしたが、海ガメも見れました。
初めてのシュノーケルでしたが、珊瑚も見れて楽しめました(*^^*)
浅瀬でまずチャレンジできたのがよかった！
スタッフの方がとにかく陽気！日本人のスタッフがきちんと説明してくれて安心でした。
船で食べた手作りハンバーガーが美味しかったです！
焼きたてのパテがジューシーでした！

Nice bay and nice service for a fair preis. Thank you

We participated as a couple. We were moved to see wild dolphins and sea turtles! In particular, we encountered a pod of dolphins, and many dolphins swam right beside us. There were also a variety of colorful fish. They provided cheese for feeding, and when we threw it, they gathered around us. The boat ride was quite bumpy. Snorkels and fins are free, but wetsuits are available for rent at a cost. You can choose the size of the fins, but you cannot choose the snorkel, so if you have a smaller face or are uncomfortable using something someone else has used, it's better to bring your own. I brought mine. If you're not a strong swimmer, you can also borrow a float. If you bring an underwater camera, you can take many wonderful photos. After getting out of the water, it can be cold, so I think it's a good idea to bring a rash guard. You'll need to change in a public restroom that isn't very clean, so it's best to bring clothes that are easy to change into.

夫婦で参加しました。野生のイルカにもウミガメにも会えて感動しました！特に、イルカは群れに出会うことができ、たくさんのイルカがすぐそばをスーッと泳いでいきました。その他にも色とりどりの魚がいました。餌用のチーズをいただけるので、それを捲くと近くに集まってきました。移動はボートでかなり揺れます。シュノーケルとフィンは無料、ウェットスーツは有料貸出になります。フィンはサイズを選べますが、シュノーケルは選べないので、女性で顔が小さい方や知らない人が口にいれたものを使用するのに抵抗がある方は持参したほうがいいです。私は自分のを持ち込みました。泳ぎの苦手な方は浮き輪も貸してもらえます。水中カメラを持っていけば素敵な写真がたくさん撮れます。水からあがった後、寒いのでラッシュガードも持ち込むといいと思います。着替えはあまり綺麗ではない公衆トイレで済ませることになりますので、簡単に着替えられる服を持っていくといいと思います。

Amazing time on 6/30/14! My first time being in the middle of the ocean and snorkeling...funny and entertaining crew and still made me feel safe...thank you!

It was a bit cold since it was the sea in January, but I got to see a sea turtle, and the location was amazing!

The barbecue lunch was delicious, and I was very satisfied!

1月の海だったので少し寒かったのですが、
ウミガメにも会えたし最高のロケーションでした♪

バーベキューのお昼ご飯も美味しかったし大満足でした(^_-)-☆

Wow, what a wonderful crew, boat and view.
These guys are serious about safety in a humorous way. The crew was attentive and hard working while making the experience fun for all.
We saw spinner dolphins. Then moved on to snorkeling with fish and turtles. The fins, snorkels and masks were great. They had sizes to fit everyone. Lunch and mai-tai's were wonderful as well. We were additionally impressed that they cared about the ocean environment.
Highly recommend these guys! Thanks for the great memories!

My boyfriend and i really had fun snorkeling thou it's our first time doing it don't even know how to swim still we loved it..Staffs did a well done execellent job..We got to see lovely sea turtles & snorkel in d' ocean by d' reef (seen a lot of fishes) & a panoramic amazingly beautiful view of d' island..will definitely recommend this activities for everyone whose visiting Oahu..Enjoy!

It was bloody amazing. So worth the money. Do it, you won't regret it.

It was unfortunately rainy from the morning, but the sun came out just during the sandbar and snorkeling time. We checked the tides and were able to see the best views. The round trip from the port was cold due to the rain, and some people were standing in covered areas. There's nothing we can do about the weather, but it would have been even better if it had been sunny.

朝からあいにくの雨でしたが、サンドバーとシュノーケルの時だけ太陽が現れてくれました(^^)v
海の満ち引きを調べて行き、最高の景色を見ることができました。
港からの往復は、雨で寒く屋根のあるところで立っている方もいました。
天気ばかりはどうしようもないですが、晴れていたらもっと良かったでしょう(^-^)

I love Hawaii and go there 1 to 2 times every year. This was my second time participating in the activity of swimming with wild dolphins. Last time (with a different company), I was able to swim with a pod of dolphins, which was incredibly moving, and this time I enrolled in Dolphin University.

Not only can you swim with dolphins, but you can also enjoy malasadas, see sea turtles, and if you wish, you can do kayaking as well (they prioritize your preferences without any pressure). I was truly satisfied.

On the boat, they played the ukulele and sang songs, and performed hula dance; it was the best experience I've had so far. I think everyone, from first-timers to repeat visitors, can enjoy this.

At the end, the pod of dolphins escorted us back to the harbor and showed us some jumps. Above all, the staff were all very warm, and I definitely want to participate again next year.

ハワイ大好きで、毎年1～2回は行っています。
野生のイルカと泳ぐアクティビティも今回で2回目でした。
前回も(違う会社でしたが）イルカの群れと泳ぐことができ、すごく感動し今回はイルカ大学に入学しました。
イルカと泳ぐだけでなく、マラサダが食べられたり、海ガメがみれたり希望すればカヤック等も出来て(無理強いすることなく希望を優先にしてくれます）本当に大満足でした。
船上でウクレレを演奏して歌を歌ってくれたり、フラダンスを踊ってくれたり、今まで参加した中でも1番でした。
ハワイ初めての方から、リピーターの方まで皆さんが楽しめると思います。
最後はイルカの群れが港まで送ってくれ、ジャンプも見せてくれました。
何より、スタッフの方が皆さんあたたかくて来年も是非参加させて頂きたいと思います。

The sandbar feels like an ordinary beach in the ocean, so I wasn't as impressed as I thought I would be, haha. However, I think it's nice to spend the day relaxing, eating burgers grilled on the boat, watching sea turtles from the boat, and snorkeling.

サンドバーは海の中にある普通の砂浜という感じなので思ったほど感動でもなかったです笑でも、船で焼いてくれたハンバーガーを食べたり、船上からウミガメを見たり、シュノーケリングをしたりと1日のんびり過ごせてよいかと思います。

We had a very good time. The weather was beautiful, the water and snorkeling was great. Captain Bob and his crew did an excellent job. Everything was great. Will recommend to any one going to Honolulu.

Really enjoyed sailing on the catamaran and seeing some of the most beautiful fish and turtles! Staff was friendly and accomodating. We were able to bring drinks and snacks aboard. Would go again!

Great experience, Chris and Steve were wonderful, very entertaining and knowledgeable. Saw lots of turtles and fish!!! Highly recommend!!!

I participated alone, and at the time I joined, there was no one else participating alone. However, the guide really took care of me, which made me happy. I was able to swim with dolphins just as the title promised, and I also encountered sea turtles.

On the boat during the transfers, the staff really got everyone excited, and I didn't have a moment of boredom; it truly became a wonderful memory. Although there were only Japanese participants, I felt very embarrassed as no one gave a tip despite how well we were treated.

There are cultural differences, but since I was in America, experiencing the local culture is part of the joy of traveling. I hope people can understand that it's not about thinking "tips are a waste," but rather experiencing a culture where showing appreciation with money is valued. If you enjoyed your experience, please be sure to give a tip!

私は一人で参加したんですが、私が参加した時は、他に一人で参加した人はいませんでした。ですが、ガイドさんはとっても私のことをケアしてくれて、うれしかったです。
まさしくイルカと一緒に泳ぐ事ができたし、タイトルどおりウミガメとも出会えました。
移動中の船上では、スタッフの方が思いっきり盛り上げてくれましたし、暇することも無く本当にいい思い出になりました。
日本人ばかりの参加だったのですが、こんなに良くしてくれたのに、誰一人チップをあげている人がいなくて、いち日本人としてとても恥ずかしくなりました。
文化の違いもありますが、アメリカに行ったんだから現地の文化を堪能する事も旅の醍醐味ですので「チップ代もったいない」と思わず、気持ちをお金で見せる文化だという事を体感してほしいです。
参加した方は、良かったと思ったら是非チップをあげてください！！！