Reviewed by: ikuo
Meeting a large mother and baby whale was truly moving. At the same time, I thought about how the approaching boats must be a nuisance for the mother whale caring for her newborn, which left me with somewhat mixed feelings. What is the ideal way for modern humans to connect with the natural world? While we understand this in our daily lives, we often don’t think deeply about it. I realized that we need to reconsider the power of humans and civilization that has even pushed the largest mammals in Earth's history, the whales, to the brink of extinction.
A beautiful world should remain beautiful.
A wonderful nature should remain as it is.
This tour taught me the preciousness of simply connecting lives.
大きなクジラの親子に会えたのはやはり感動がありました
と同時に生まれたばかりの子供の世話をしているお母さんクジラにとってはボートで近づいてくる人間は迷惑なんだろうなと思い、少々複雑な感情にもなりました。
自然界と現代人の繋がりかたの理想とはどんなものなのか。普段の生活では理解していても深くは考えないものですが、地球史上最大の哺乳類と言われるクジラさえも絶滅の危機に追いやってしまった人間の力、文明の威力を改めて考える必要があると実感しました。
綺麗な世界が綺麗なままで。
素晴らしい自然がありのままで。
命をただ繋ぐ尊さを教えてもらったツアーでした。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/23 |
Reviewed by: パルム
I had very little experience with boarding a ship, but there were staff members who spoke Japanese, and the other staff were also kind, which made me feel very at ease. There was a wide variety of alcoholic beverages and soft drinks, which was enjoyable. Although the chances of seeing a whale were low, they searched diligently, and I was able to see its tail. I also got to see dolphins up close for a long time, which I didn't think would be possible. It was a very enjoyable plan.
船に乗る経験もほとんどありませんでしたが、日本語を話せるスタッフがいたり、他のスタッフも親切でとても安心して過ごせました。
アルコール類やソフトドリンクも豊富で楽しかったです。
鯨も確率は低いそうですか、熱心に探してくれ、尻尾を見ることができました。また、見れないと思っていたイルカを近くで長時間見れました。
とても楽しいプランでした。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<~2020/12/17> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/23 |
Reviewed by: アロハ!
I participated with my 3-year-old child. The dolphins' eyes were adorable, and it was my first time touching them, which felt quite strange. They let us hear their sounds and splashed us with their fins, which was fun. It was my child's first time in a big pool, and it turned out to be a great experience. Wearing life jackets made us feel safe.
There were many foreign guests, so it felt like we were abroad. The staff only spoke English, but they communicated well with gestures, so it was fine! There was also a dolphin show, areas where we could touch starfish, and a play area for kids, making it a fun place to visit!
3歳の子連れで参加しました。
イルカの目が可愛らしく、触るのは初めてでしたが不思議な感触でした。鳴き声を聞かせてくれたりヒレで水をかけてくれたり楽しかったです
子供は大きなプールに入るのは初めてでしたが良い経験になりました。ライフジャケット着用で安心です。
外国のお客さんが多いので外国に来た気分を楽しめますスタッフは英語のみですが、身振り手振りで教えてくれるので大丈夫です!
イルカショータイムもあったり手でヒトデなどに触れるエリアや子供用プレイエリアもあり、楽しめる場所です!!
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| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/19 |
Reviewed by: lisha
I was satisfied to see them jumping and swimming with their families up close! It would be nice if we could choose items like a ballpoint pen or a T-shirt instead of a revenge ticket. The revenge is quite difficult.
かなり近くでジャンプや親子連れで泳ぐ姿も見れて満足!リベンジ券ではなく、ボールペンやTシャツかを選べると良い。リベンジはかなり難しい。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching nearby. Please do come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
近くでクジラの観測をお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しくます。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/21 |
Reviewed by: せいぎ
I had a great time enjoying SUP at the sandbar with my dog Shaka. I took a lot of photos with my iPhone, creating many memories. Thanks to the diver's care, I was able to see fish and sea turtles up close with Scuba Bob. It was truly an amazing experience. Scuba provided the photos as data for the group for $40. Videos are an additional $40. I think that's a very reasonable price.
I joined this tour after reading reviews on Veltra. At first, I was a bit worried because there were some negative reviews, but once I participated in the tour, I realized there was nothing to worry about. Everyone was very friendly and nice. However, regarding what to bring, I think it's essential to have something warm, like a large towel, especially during the winter season (we participated in February) when coming out of the water.
While I recommend scuba diving, I highly recommend Scuba Bob, where you can comfortably see underwater! If you have a phone in a waterproof case, you can take a lot of great photos underwater! That’s what I did. If I have the chance to go again, I would choose this tour.
犬のシャカと一緒にサンドバーでSUPを楽しめました。私が持っていったiPhoneで写真をたくさん撮ってくれ、思い出がたくさんできました。スキューバボブはダイバーさんの気遣いで魚やウミガメが間近でみられました。本当に感動体験でした。スキューバは、撮ってくれた写真をデータでくれました(グループで$40)。動画はさらに+$40です。かなり良心的な値段だと思います。
veltraのレビューを見てからここのツアーに参加しました。はじめは、不安なレビューも複数あって、大丈夫かな?と思いましたが、ツアーに参加してみればなんのことはありません。皆さんとても気さくでいい方たちでした。ただ、持ち物に関して、冬の時期とされる期間?(私たちは2月に参加)は、大きなタオルなど、海から上がった際に暖を取れるものが必ずあったほうがいいと思います。
スキューバダイビングもおすすめですが、海の中を安心して見ることのできる、スキューバボブはめちゃくちゃおすすめです!防水カバーに入れている携帯なら、海の中をめちゃくちゃ撮れますよ!わたしはそれ派でした。また行く機会があれば、ここのツアーにするとおもいます。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Friends
What an experience! This tour is definitely worth it. The boat only takes out a max of 6 people which allows for more cage time and less crowds. The cage was plenty big for everyone to see and not feel cramped. We had sharks around us the entire time we were in the water and the water was so clear it was quite the experience. The crew was awesome and very knowledgeable about not only sharks but whales as well. We were able to stop on our way back into harbor and watch the whales for a little bit. Overall such a great experience, highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/21 |
Reviewed by: しまじろー
This time, not only the participants from Dolphin University but also the middle school participants went on the same boat! It was disappointing that there were more people than last time and that the activities and hula dance time were shorter.
However, the crew worked hard to entertain the participants, and I was moved to see dolphins up close!!! Although the activity time was short, I had a great time! Thank you very much! (^ ^)
今回はイルカ大学の参加者だけでなく、中学の参加者も同じ船で行きました!前回よりも人数が多かったのと、アクティビティやフラダンスの時間が短くなってたことが残念でした。
でも、クルーは参加者を楽しませようと頑張ってくれて、イルカにもすっごい近くで会えて、感動しました!!!アクティビティも時間は少なかったけど、楽しみました!ありがとうございましたー(^ ^)
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating for the second time!
We apologize for any slight delays in timing on the day, which may have left you feeling a bit unsatisfied.
We would be grateful if you could join us again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度は2度目のご参加ありがとうございます!
当日の状況によりそれぞれの時間に多少前後があり、少し物足りなかったとのこと申し訳ございません。
ぜひまた、ご参加頂けましたら幸いです。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
MAHALO!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/01 |
Reviewed by: ダイキ
You shouldn't have overly high expectations, as you won't be able to take flashy whale photos like those seen in tour advertisements. Also, the breakfast is similar to that of a budget hotel, so it might be best not to include it in your plan.
ツアー写真のような派手な鯨の写真は撮れませんので過度な期待は持たない方が良いですね。
また朝食も格安ビザナスホテルの朝食みたいな感じなのでプランに含まなくても良いかと
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are sorry to hear that you were unable to fully enjoy the whale watching and dining experience.
We will share your comments internally and use them to improve in the future.
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測やお食事を十分にお楽しみ頂けず、残念に思います。
頂きましたコメントは社内で共有させて頂き、今後の改善に役立たせて頂きます。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
Reviewed by: めぐみ
I didn't see as many beautiful fish as I was expecting. I did catch a glimpse of a turtle, which made me a bit satisfied. Given that experience, I felt the price was a bit high.
期待してた様な綺麗なお魚さんはそんなに見れませんでした。
亀は一瞬見えたんで、それで少し満足できました。
あの感じであの料金は少し高いと感じました。
Aloha! Thank you for your cooperation. I'm sorry to hear that it wasn't as exciting as you expected. The ocean can often be completely unpredictable, and sightings of marine life can vary from hour to hour. We look forward to your valuable feedback. Please feel free to share it with the team. Mahalo!
アロハ!ご協力いただきありがとうございます。あなたが期待していたほどエキサイティングではなかったと聞いて申し訳ありません。海洋はしばしば全く予測不可能であり、水中生物の目撃は時間ごとに異なります。貴重なご意見をお待ちしております。ぜひチームで共有してください。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 窓が大きいプレミアムプラン<定員64名>※2020年3月31日までのご参加 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/20 |
Reviewed by: 小夏1984
This is my second time participating. The weather was great, and I was able to see many fish and turtles. The Japanese guide was also available, which made it enjoyable.
2回目の参加です。
天候にも恵まれたくさんの魚や亀も見れました。
日本語ガイドもあり楽しめました。
Aloha! We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed your time with us! Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Mahalo!
アロハ!あなたが私たちとの時間を楽しんだことを聞いて、私たちはとても幸せです!素晴らしい経験を共有していただき、ありがとうございます。すぐに再びお迎えできることを楽しみにしています。マハロと
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| Packages: | 基本プラン<定員48名>※2020年3月31日までのご参加 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/02 |
Reviewed by: ちゃみー
I came to Hawaii with my children to create memories, and I participated to see dolphins and honu (sea turtles). We were blessed with great weather and had a wonderful time. We were lucky enough to see a whale as well!
We also went snorkeling, played in the ocean, and enjoyed the slide! One of my kids got seasick and couldn't play, but it all became great memories. The staff were cheerful and kind, and I would love to participate again!
子供連れてハワイに来て思い出を作りたくて
イルカやホヌを見る為に参加しました。
お天気にも恵まれて、とても気持ちよく過ごせました。
たまたまくじらも見れてラッキーでした!!
シュノーケルもして、海で遊んで
滑り台もして!
子供1人船酔いで遊べなかったけど
どれも良い思い出となりました。
スタッフさんも明るくて、親切で
また参加したいです!
Thank you for joining Dolphin & You. I'm sorry to hear that your child got seasick, but I'm glad to know you enjoyed it. Please come back and visit us again!
この度は、ドルフィン&ユーへのご参加ありがとうございます。お子様が酔われてしまったのは、残念ですが、楽しんでいただけたようで嬉しいです。是非また遊びにいらしてください。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/04 |
Reviewed by: ちゃみー
I woke up early with the kids and was excited to go.
I had heard that the captain would let us know if there were whales, but I couldn't understand in English, so I hurried to follow everyone else. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any whales. It's a natural occurrence, so I understand, but I started to think that maybe I don't need to try again.
However, the staff was kind, and the boat was wonderful!
子供達と朝早起きしてワクワクしていきました。
くじらがいたら、キャプテンがお知らせしてくれると聞いていたけど
英語で分からず、皆が動く方へ急いでついて行ったけど
くじらの姿は見れなくて残念でした。
自然のものなので、仕方ないけど
リベンジはもういいかなって思ってしまいました
でもスタッフさんは親切で素敵な船でした!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to enjoy whale watching this time.
We also offer dinner cruises, so we would be happy to see you again.
Thank you for your valuable feedback.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
今回はクジラの観測をお楽しみ頂けず、大変残念に思います。
ディナークルーズなどもございますので、またお会いできれば幸いです。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/03 |
Reviewed by: リボンのママ
We gathered in the morning and took a bus to the dock. The boat was large and impressive, and it was great that it didn't sway much. Fortunately, we encountered a pod of whales several times. Although we were a bit far from them, we could definitely feel their presence, which was very fulfilling. It seems that the encounter rate is high, so I think it's worth going during whale season.
朝集合し、バスで船着場から船へ。大きくて立派な船で、そんな揺れもなくてよかったです。
幸いクジラの群れに何度も遭遇できました。船からの距離は少し離れていたものの、その存在はしっかり感じられて、充実感がありました^_^
遭遇率も高いようなので、クジラのシーズンには行って損はないと思います。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to enjoy the experience, despite encountering whales multiple times. Please do come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
何度もクジラに遭遇出来き、お客様にもお楽しみ頂けました様で大変残念に思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/27 |
Reviewed by: MK365
We boarded a large ship and headed offshore from Honolulu. We could see the Honolulu skyline and Diamond Head, and we searched for whales at a distance quite close to the land.
When a whale is spotted, there’s an announcement on the ship saying, “There it is at the direction of ◯ o'clock,” so we can move smoothly. (laugh)
In the first half, the whales were so far away that we couldn’t see them at all without binoculars, and I wasn’t excited at all. However, in the second half, suddenly two whales came close to the ship! I was thrilled to see them spouting water and their fins with the naked eye! I felt the grandeur of nature. I highly recommend it! 😊
大きな船に乗ってホノルルの沖合へ。
普通にホノルルのビル群や、
ダイヤモンドヘッドが見える、
陸からかなり近い距離でくじらを探します。
見つかったら船内アナウンスで、
◯時の方向にいますよー
って放送があるので、
スムーズに移動しましょう。笑
前半はまったく近くに見えず、
双眼鏡が必要なレベルの遠い距離にいるだけで、
まったくテンション上がりませんでした。
しかし、後半になって、急に二頭のクジラが
船のそばへ!
肉眼で潮を吹く様子や、ヒレが見えて感動!
自然の雄大さを感じました。
とてもオススメです(^^)
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching up close. Please do visit us again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測を近くからお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/27 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ子
It was my first whale watching cruise. Since you can't guarantee a sighting, I was nervous, but I'm glad we were able to see them safely.
We didn't see the spectacular jumps like in the photos, but a baby whale popped its head up several times, and it was very cute. I wonder if it was practicing its jumps?
The cruise was longer than I expected, and even if we hadn't seen any whales, I think I would have been fully satisfied just enjoying the beautiful sea and scenery of Hawaii.
By the way, we took the bus from our hotel in Honolulu to the meeting point, and even as a first-time bus rider in Hawaii, I arrived safely. However, the bus frequency is low, so be careful with the timing.
Next time, I hope to see some impressive jumps!
初めてのホエールウォッチングクルーズでした。必ず見れるわけではないので、ドキドキでしたが、無事に見れて良かったです。
写真で見るような豪快なジャンプは見れませんでしたが、赤ちゃんクジラが何度も顔を出してくれて、とても可愛かったです。ジャンプの練習してたのかな?
思ったよりクルージングも長く、もしクジラが見れなかったとしても、ハワイの綺麗な海と景色が見れて充分満足だったと思います。
ちなみに、集合場所までは自分たちでホノルルのホテルからバスで行きましたが、ハワイのバス初体験の私でも無事に到着できました。ただし、バスの本数は少ないので、時間には要注意です。
次回は、豪快な迫力あるジャンプが見れれば良いなと思います。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are glad you were able to encounter the adorable baby whale!
We are also very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time with us.
We hope to see you next time for some spectacular jumps!
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
可愛いクジラの赤ちゃんに遭遇出来てよかったですね!
お楽しみ頂けました様で私共も大変嬉しく思いまうす。
次回は豪快なジャンプが観られると良いですね!
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/16 |
Reviewed by: つんつん
I had previously interacted with dolphins in Japan, but I was drawn to participate in this rare activity where you can swim with wild dolphins! I chose this tour particularly because of its 30 years of experience and the presence of Japanese staff, and it was definitely the right choice!! From the pick-up, the energetic Japanese staff elevated our spirits and made the tour exciting. Once we got on the boat, the foreign staff were all friendly, making it a fun experience from start to finish!
The wild dolphins exceeded my expectations, swimming beneath us in incredible numbers and coming back to us multiple times! On that day, they even showcased spin jumps! After that, we moved to the snorkeling spot, where we encountered sea turtles and were able to swim with them. On the return boat ride, we even spotted whales that were in Hawaii during this season!
The staff promptly pointed out the dolphins, sea turtles, and whales, so we hardly missed anything! Additionally, we got to play on a slide that goes into the sea, and there was also a hula dance by the staff, making it a luxurious tour that never got boring! It was worth more than the price we paid!!
日本でイルカと触れ合ったことはありましたが、野生のイルカと泳げるという貴重なアクティビティに惹かれ参加しました!特にツアーを始めて30年という実績がある点と日本人スタッフがいる点で選びましたが、大正解でした!!お迎えから気持ちを高めてくれる元気な日本人スタッフさんがツアーを盛り上げてくれ、船に着いてからも外国人スタッフさんもフレンドリーな方ばかりで始終楽しかったです!そして野生のイルカは想像を超える数のイルカが私たちの下を泳いでくれ、何度も来てくれました!この日はスピンジャンプも披露してくれました!その後シュノーケルの場所に移動し、ここでウミガメにも遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができ、帰りの船ではこの時期にハワイにきているクジラにも遭遇できました!
イルカもウミガメもクジラもすぐにスタッフさんが教えてくれるので見逃すことがほとんどありませんでした!
他にも海に飛び込む滑り台で遊べたり、スタッフの方のフラダンスもあり、飽きることのない贅沢なツアーでした!お値段以上の価値がありました!!
Thank you for choosing the Dolphin & You tour. We also appreciate your kind comments. When you come to Hawaii, please be sure to visit the dolphins and us.
この度は、ドルフィン&ユーのツアーを選んでいただき、ありがとうございます。また嬉しいコメントありがとうございます。ハワイにお越しの際は、ぜひイルカと私たちにあいに来てください。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
Reviewed by: わさび
I participated in a morning plan that included breakfast. I thought it would be unlikely to see whales, but shortly after we set sail, there was an announcement that whales were nearby. We were able to see the whales' backs and their spouts up close. The boat drifted near the whales for a while, and we continued to see their backs and spouts. Although it was a wonderful breakfast buffet, I was so captivated by the whales that I hardly ate, and I wondered if breakfast was even necessary. On the way back to the port, we were also able to see a rainbow over the island. While we didn't see the kind of jumps often featured in photos, I was still very satisfied.
午前中の朝食付きのプランで参加しました。くじらはなかなかみられないだろうなと思いながら参加しましたが、出航してすぐにくじらがいると放送があり、くじらが近くにいて、くじらの背中と潮吹きがみられました。その後もくじらの近くを船が漂い、ずっとくじらの背中や潮吹きがみられました。せっかくの朝食ビュッフェでしたが、くじらに夢中であまり食べられず、朝食はなくてもよかったのかなと思いました。帰港中に島にかかった虹もみることができました。写真でよくみるようなジャンプはみられませんでしたが、満足でした。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back on board when you visit Hawaii again.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Andres
It´s quite a unique and different experience. I don´t know if all of these scooters are like this but mine didn´t move much. You could turn but not move forward so that was disappointing.
I saw mostly sardines, a couple of pretty fish and two small sea turtles at the bottom (but you had to be looking hard for them). The fun thing is that they have a food thing attached to each scooter so you squeeze it and the fish (mostly sardines) come right in front of your face.
The crew was really helpful and nice. They gave me some sea sickness oil but I think they should offer it to everyone since four of us threw up.
Overall it was an OK experience but I wouldn´t do it again like I´ve done snorkeling multiple times.
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/14 |
Reviewed by: みっくん
We experienced it as a family of six, but it's hard to say we saw a whale! We only caught a glimpse of its back.
家族6人で体験したけど、クジラを見た!とはなかなか言いにくい感じでした
背中の少し見えただけ?でした!
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are also disappointed that we were unable to observe whales this time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back on board during the next whale season when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。また、今回は鯨の観測が出来なかった事は、私共も残念に思っております。次回鯨のシーズンにハワイへお越しの際には、再乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Andres
It was great! Got to see 8 sea turtles and a lot of fish. After snorkeling, they did a couple of laps around which was really relaxing and even got to see a whale (although I´m sure it might not be that common to see a whale).
The only down side was that it´s in Waikiki so there were several other tours in the same area so it was a bit crowded.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/16 |
Reviewed by: Ramone Bartel
I was excited to go on this event. My excitement was well rewarded. On the way out we got a bonus of seeing a whole group of humpback whales breaching high in the air!!! At this point I felt my money was already a good investment!
The sharks did not disappoint either!! At least 20 of them circled our boat and cage while we got great views! Captain Caleo is a super guy and excellent at steering this tour perfectly
I would recommend this tour to all my friends!
Oh and we saw dolphins on the way back!!
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| Packages: | Shark Cage Diving (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Joe & Melly
I highly recommend this activity if your staying at the Hilton Hawaiian Village in Waikiki.
It was AMAZING getting up close and personal with the turtles! I recommend bringing on the trip a waterproof camera or GoPro!!!! The snorkel equipment they provided was clean and in great shape. They offered a full bar and 2 types of draft beer! The Crew was awesome! They kept the drinks coming and provided us with lunch after our swim and was able to just relax out on the boat and enjoy the view.
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| Packages: | Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel Cruise with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/13 |
Reviewed by: Laura L.
It was a great day filled with great adventure. I saw a bunch of turtles and even Had a few swim a little closer than the 2 meters we were told to give them. The crew was fantastic. They were always checking on us on the boat and were always with in sight in the water.
The only thing I didn’t like was the 42 people (plus the 4 crew members) on board. It felt crowded even when were spread out on the nets and side (hard to move around to and from the bar.) capping the max to 35 guests (plus 4 crew) would have made it an outstanding day.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/15 |
Reviewed by: Tyler O
Has the time of my life, it was a once in a lifetime experience. If I ever had the chance to do it again I wouldn’t hesitate. Guides were great and the shark experience even better. Oh yeah and we saw whales!
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| Packages: | Now Available - Shark Cage Dive without Transportation |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/15 |
Reviewed by: ゆうた
I went whale watching in early February 2020. The weather was nice, but we couldn't see any whales. I thought maybe it was a bit early in the season since they apparently don't jump until after giving birth. The hotel sent a bus to pick us up, but it arrived more than 10 minutes late, which made me anxious that we might have gone to the wrong meeting place. Once the bus arrives, they call out names, so there's no need to worry while waiting. I opted for the breakfast option, but there wasn't much time, and the menu was quite limited, which was disappointing. The good thing was that the sea was beautiful! I hope this helps you.
2020年2月初旬にホエールウォッチング。天気良かったけれど、クジラは観れず。子供を産んだ後でないと飛び跳ねないらしく、ちょっとシーズン早かったのかなっと思った。ホテルにバスが迎えにきてくれたが、10分以上遅れてバスが到着。集合場所を間違えたのかと不安になってしまった。バスが来たら名前で呼んでくれるから心配せずに待ってればいい。朝食付きの物にしたが時間が少なく、またメニューもかなり少ないので残念。良かったのは海が綺麗だったってことですかね!参考にしてもらえればと思います。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Kate
We had a great time on the tour. The boat was easy to find. We signed a waiver and picked a spot to sit until it was time to leave. The crew were friendly and told us where to sit if we want a splash (my kids did) and where to stay dry. They even kept our bag somewhere safe from the waves. My kids loved laying on the net and riding out to turtle canyon. We were one of the first boats out there. They went over some simple instructions and handed out snorkeling equipment. I liked the life vests they used-it was an aqua lung type instead of a basic life jacket so you could choose how much air to have. I had brought a life jacket for my toddler and 5yr old, but they also had life vests for some other kids on our tour.
I had a 10, 5, and 22mo old with me. The crew was helpful handing out stuff and trying to find a mask to fit my 5yr old. She is actually a pretty good snorkel-er but unfortunately it was hard finding a mask and snorkel that fit her. They kept filling with water. I wish I had known and I would have brought hers. If you have a set you like-my tip is to bring it. They did not provide fins either which was ok but I can get my kids and I around easier with fins. The masks and snorkels were pretty basic. Mine fogged up every couple minutes but luckily I am experienced and can clear it. That’s the only draw-back about the trip is I would have rather had our own stuff that we have properly cleaned and fit better. It’s February and kind of a windy/rainy day but it was still warm enough to be comfortable In the water. There were lots of waves and the water was cloudy so it was difficult to see. Soon there were tons of boats and people. We mostly interacted with Matt. He was out in the water life guarding. He helped us find the turtles and was so nice letting my kids hold onto his surfboard when needed. He even helped me carry my middle daughter to the beach since I had my hands full. Thank you! He definitely made the tour great!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/17 |
Reviewed by: 母娘2人旅
I was worried about whether I would really be able to see anything based on the reviews, but from about 30 minutes after departure, I was able to see continuously. I couldn't see the large figure right in front of me, though... I didn't include breakfast, so I went outside early and watched from above. There were English announcements followed by explanations in Japanese, so I think it would be fine for those who don't understand English. Since this ship is large, I think even those who are prone to seasickness would be okay. On the way back, I asked the driver if I could be dropped off at Ala Moana, and I thought he said okay, but in the end, I was just passed by. However, I was able to get off without going to the pickup location, which saved me time for my plans afterward. Next time, I want to go on a slightly smaller ship.
口コミをみて、本当にみられるか心配でしたが、出航して30分くらいからずーっとみれました。
大きな姿を目の前で!というわけにはいかなかったのですが…。
朝食はつけなかったので、早めに外に出て上の方から見てました。
英語のアナウンスに続いて日本語の説明もあり、英語が分からないひとでも問題ないかと思います。
この船は大きいので、酔いやすい人も大丈夫だと思います。
帰りに、アラモアナで降ろしてもらえるかドライバーに聞いたのですが、OKと言ったと思っていたら結局素通りされてしまいましたが、ピックアップの場所まで行かなくても、降りることが出来たので、その後の予定への時間を節約でしました。
次はもう少し小さい船で行きたいと思います。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching.
Please do come again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測をお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/12 |
Reviewed by: テンペスト
At first, I was unlucky and thought I wouldn't meet anyone this time, but in the second half, I got to swim with dolphins up close!! The excitement of swimming with dolphins is something I will never forget! I definitely want to participate again next time!
最初は運が悪く全然出会えず、今回はダメかなと思っていましたが、後半でイルカ先生が!!
間近でイルカと泳いだ感動は今でも忘れられないです!次回もぜひ参加したい!
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University!
The excitement of finally meeting wild dolphins is truly exceptional, isn't it?^^
We hope you will join us again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました!
野生のイルカ!やっと会えた時の感動は格別ですよね^^
ぜひまたご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
MAHALO!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/22 |
Reviewed by: 初ハワイ夫婦
We participated as a couple. We were moved to see beautiful fish. A sea turtle swam from afar, and the staff operated the sea bob to take us close to it. We were thrilled to see the gracefully swimming sea turtle at a distance where we could almost reach it. It's an activity that anyone can enjoy without any swimming skills, so you can relax and have fun. There were staff members who understood Japanese, and everyone kindly supported us with attention to detail. I highly recommend it!
夫婦で参加しました。綺麗な魚たちを見れて感動しました。遠くからウミガメが泳いで来て、サポートの方がシーボブを操作し近くまで連れて行って下さりました。優雅に泳ぐウミガメを手が届いてしまう距離で見ることができて、大興奮でした。全く泳げなくても問題は一切なく、安心して楽しめるアクティビティです。スタッフの方も、日本語が分かる方がいらっしゃり、皆さま細かいところまで親切にサポートしてくださいました。とってもおすすめです!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/06 |
Reviewed by: マリリンラブ
I was worried about whether I would really be able to see them, but thanks to the fun and reliable staff, I was able to see the dolphins up close. I also saw two whales breaching in the distance, and I was very satisfied to see turtles and sharks as well. Next, I definitely want to participate in a school in Hawaii where I can swim without wearing a life jacket.
本当に見られるか心配もありましたが、楽しくて頼もしいスタッフさんのお陰でイルカもすごく間近で見られました。遠くでクジラ2頭が跳ねたのも見れましたし、タートルもサメも見られ大満足です。
次は救命胴衣を着けなくても泳げるハワイ島でのスクールに是非参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/13 |
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Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。