Reviewed by: チコチコ
I was very anxious about participating alone, but I had a great time! I was really lucky this time, as I was able to see dolphins three times while swimming, and they came close to the boat on the way back and played with us, which was very moving! Next time, I want to go with friends.
During the photo session, the attendant announced loudly into the microphone that I was a solo participant, which made me feel a bit sad.
But this tour is definitely worth it!
1人参加とても不安でしたが、とても楽しかったです!
今回本当に運が良く、3回泳ぎながらイルカを見ることができたし、帰りの船に近寄ってきて一緒に泳いで遊んでくれたので、とても感動しました!
次は、友人といきたいと思いました。
写真の時は、アテンドさんがお一人様参加の方ですねと大きくマイクで言われて呼ばれたので少し悲しい気分になりました。笑
でも、このツアーは間違いなしです!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/10/20 |
Reviewed by: ももんがー
I participated with my family in their 80s, and it seems everyone had a great time. The hospitality from the staff and other participants was high, and we were blessed with good weather, making it comfortable. Tropical fish gathered around the food in our hands, and if you're lucky, you might see sea turtles swimming by your feet or right in front of you. I think it's also recommendable for elderly people.
**Notes:**
1. It's best to take motion sickness medication first thing in the morning before participating. A few people forgot to take it and got seasick.
2. After getting out of the water, it gets very cold on the boat, so regardless of age or health, everyone needs to wear beach towels, raincoats, or windbreakers to avoid getting cold.
3. Since it's bright, I think it would be good to bring sunglasses. If you have polarized sunglasses for fishing, you might be able to see into the water from the boat when it's sunny.
80代の家族と一緒に参加しました。とても楽しめたようでよかったです。
スタッフや参加者の方々のホスピタリティーも高く、天気にも恵まれたので快適でした。熱帯魚が手元の餌に群がり、運が良ければウミガメが足元の海底や目の前を泳いでいきます。高齢の方にもお勧めできると思います。
【注意】
①朝起きたら、まず酔い止め薬を飲んでから参加したほうがいいです。酔い止めを飲み忘れて何人か船酔いしていました。
②水から出た後、船上はとても寒いので年齢や体調に関わらず"全員"、ビーチタオルやレインコート、ウィンドブレーカーを着て体を冷やさないようにする必要があります。
③眩しいのでサングラスを持っていくとなおいいかと思います。釣り用の偏光サングラスがあれば、晴れていたら船上から海の中を見ることもできるかもしれません。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/27 |
Reviewed by: ももんがー
You can see various types of submerged reefs and the creatures swimming around them. There are ships, airplanes, and more. You can listen to a Japanese audio guide through headphones, but when the captain is guiding in English and a sea turtle passes by, he cheerfully shouts "KAME! KAME!" or if there’s a shark, he’ll say "SHARK! SHARK!" When moving to the submarine by boat, if the weather is clear, you can see a beautiful view from Waikiki Beach to the mountains.
海底に沈められたいろいろなタイプの漁礁やその周りを泳ぐ生き物を見ることができます。
船、飛行機など様々です。日本語の音声ガイドをヘッドフォンで聞くこともできますが、キャプテンが英語でガイドしている時にウミガメが通ると「KAME!KAME!」とか、サメがいれば「SHARK!SHARK!」と賑やかに教えてくれます。
船で潜水艦まで移動している時は、晴れているとワイキキビーチから山まできれいに見ることができます。
Aloha! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed exploring parts of Hawaii that most people don't get to see! Thank you for sharing your experience with us and joining in the Aloha spirit. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!
アロハ!ほとんどの人が見ることができないハワイの一部を探索したことを楽しんでいると聞いてうれしいです!あなたの経験を私たちと共有し、アロハスピリットに参加していただきありがとうございます。またすぐにご参加ください。マハロ!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Erin
This excursion exceeded our expectations! The crew was personally and knowledgeable about sharks and the ocean sea life. We had plenty of time in the water with the sharks because of the small group. We also saw a huge pod of dolphins 40-60 jumping out of the water traveling out to our final destination. We felt like they were putting on a show just for us. Important to note we never felt in danger while observing the sharks in the cage. Our guides were professional and patient with the timid swimmers. It was a bucket-list check off for us. We recommend an underwater camera or waterproof pouch for your iPhone. Don’t miss these amazing moments with the sharks. We will back! We highly recommend this excursion! Thanks for an incredible experience!!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/19 |
Reviewed by: momo
It was unfortunately rainy, but after a while, we were able to see some clear skies. I couldn't see anything at the first and second spots, but finally at the third location, I was able to see dolphins underwater! I was also happy to see sea turtles! We could see the swimming dolphins and sea turtles from the boat as well! The guide and all the staff on the boat were kind and friendly, and they really made the experience enjoyable! They even made a dolphin ring underwater for us! The sea was beautiful, and we saw a rainbow, making for a very fun time! I want to participate again and see even more dolphins next time!
あいにくの雨でしたが、しばらくしたら晴れ間も見られました。1回目、2回目のスポットでは私は見ることが出来ませんでしたが、3回目のところでようやく水中でイルカを見ることができました!ウミガメも見ることが出来て嬉しかったです!
泳いでいるイルカ、ウミガメも船からみることができました!ガイドのお姉さん、船に乗っているスタッフの方みんなが親切で優しく、盛り上げてくれました!
水中でドルフィンリングを作ってくれたりもしました!海も綺麗で、虹も見られ、とっても楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました!
また参加して今度はもっとたくさんイルカを見たいです!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/23 |
Reviewed by: みっち
We participated with my husband, my mother-in-law, and my sister-in-law. A Japanese guide named Shota was with us.
It was challenging for my mother-in-law due to her leg issues, but the staff provided cheerful support when boarding and while she was seated, which we were truly grateful for.
I was thrilled to see wild dolphins and turtles!
However, I got a bit carried away and went down the boat slide, which left me with whiplash, making things difficult after returning home. I realized that in my 40s, I need to be more selective about activities as my body can't keep up.
Since we swam in the sea and got our swimsuits soaked, everyone changed in public restrooms after we docked before getting on the bus. I think it's better to bring a change of clothes.
The staff were bright and fun, making it a wonderful half-day experience!
私達夫婦と義母、義妹と参加しました。
日本人のしょうたさんがガイドでした。
義母が脚が悪く大変だったのですが、乗船する時や母が座っている時もスタッフの方々が明るくサポートして下さり、本当に有り難かったです。
野生のイルカと亀に会えて嬉しかったです!
調子に乗って、船の滑り台を滑ったらムチウチ状態になり、帰国から大変でした。40代はアクティビティを選ばないと身体がついていかないことを実感しました…
海で泳いで水着がびしょ濡れになるので、寄港してから皆さん公衆トイレで着替えてバスに乗っていました。着替えは持参された方が良いと思います。
スタッフの皆さん、明るく楽しく盛り上げてくれて半日満喫出来ました!
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| Packages: | 【お得なセット割】7:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/29 |
Reviewed by: Shakadad
I took my son, daughter, and my son's two friends on this cruise for my son's birthday and they had a blast! The crew got them sized for their snorkels and fins and they had so much fun swimming with all the fish in the clear water! The kids loved jumping on the inflatable trampoline, going down the slide, and especially loved jumping off the top deck of the boat! They raced each other on kayaks and the stand up paddle boards and had tons of fun. The crew were very accommodating and friendly! They even had snacks and drinks for everyone, which the kids devoured. My kids and my son's friends had a memorable day in the water and I got some great pictures to remember his birthday!
Thanks for leaving a lovely review! We all had a great time, hope to see you guys again!
Mahalo :)
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Deluxe Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/22 |
Reviewed by: yoshimi
I always use Dolphin University without fail. I've never missed seeing dolphins! I've never missed meeting a turtle! This time, there was a little incident that delayed our dolphin encounter, but we were able to see plenty of dolphins in the end. The incident was something I probably won't encounter again in my lifetime, so it ended up being a good resolution, and we all high-fived each other.
My son (8 years old) loves turtles and brought a turtle doll from Japan to dive with, showing the real turtle to the doll.
After that, during snorkeling, we received food to give to the fish, and many fish came to us.
The hamburger we had on the boat was also amazing! The staff were all high-energy and entertaining, making for a great time without any boredom.
I also purchased some photos.
If you have a GoPro, it's very convenient. You can take lots of great pictures. I had some excellent videos of the dolphins, but unfortunately, I couldn't upload them.
For those who are prone to seasickness, taking motion sickness medication is a must!
イルカ大学は毎回必ず利用します。
イルカが見れなかったことがない!カメに会えなかったことがない!
今回は ちょっとした事件があり ちょっとイルカに会うまでに
時間がかかりましたが バッチリ沢山のイルカに会うことができました。
事件は多分一生 遭遇することのない程のことだったので、最終的にいい事件解決だったので みんなで ハイタッチした程でした。
息子(8歳)はカメが好きで、日本からカメの人形?をもって一緒に潜り
カメの人形に 本物のカメを見せていました。
そのあとのシュノーケリングも 魚たちにあげる餌をもらい
まくと たくさん魚が 寄ってきてくれました。
船で食べた ハンバーガーも最高!とにかく スタッフの方達
みんなハイテンションで面白く 飽きることない いい時間でした。
写真も購入しました。
Goproあれば とても便利です。良い写真たくさん撮れます。
イルカは動画だったので とてもいい動画だったのに 載せられず残念。
酔いやすい人は 酔い止め必須です!
ALOHA!
Thank you for always participating in Dolphin University!
We appreciate you sharing your wonderful experience.
Please join us again on your next trip to Hawaii.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
いつもイルカ大学へご参加頂きありがとうございます!
素敵な体験をシェアして頂きありがとうございます。
次回のハワイ旅行の際もぜひご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりおまちしております。
MAHALO!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/11 |
Reviewed by: KaimukiMom
This was SUCH a fun experience for my kids and their friends (ages 7 - 12). They got to do all five activities and didn't have any wait at all for 4 (there was a short wait for the stand-up paddle, but because there were four other things for them to have fun doing, they didn't notice at all). The crew was fabulous. They let the kids jump off the boat from different parts and had great snacks that the kids gobbled up. We asked them what they liked the best and they said they loved all the activities.
The stand-up paddling was probably the biggest hit. The snorkel and kayak and jumping off the boat (extra LOL) was next. Slide and trampoline after that. Since they're smaller/lighter, it was harder for them to jump on the trampoline -- adults will be able to make it bounce more. But yes, over all, AMAZING experience. Just a reminder that the harbor is paid parking so make sure to be ready for that. Hope you all enjoy it like we did! :)
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Deluxe Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/22 |
Reviewed by: でぶたん
I thought I would see a lot of fish and turtles since it was a submarine experience, but I might have had too high expectations. Since it's in nature, I think timing plays a role as well. The price is a bit high too. The staff was very enthusiastic and made it enjoyable.
潜水艦ということで、個人的に沢山の魚や亀がみれるとおもったが、期待しすぎていた。自然の中なので、タイミングもあると思います。値段も高いかな。スタッフさんはとても盛り上げてくれました。
Aloha! Thank you for your cooperation. I'm sorry to hear that it wasn't as exciting as you expected. The ocean is often very unpredictable, and sightings of marine life can vary by time. 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。多くの場合、海は非常に予測不能であり、水中生物の目撃は時間によって異なります。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: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Ashton
My friend and I went on this together and it was the first time for both of us on a submarine! It was really neat getting to see the airplane and ships that were down there as well as getting the chance to see about 4 sea turtles and even a small shark! The crew was very nice and professional and we had a great time.
Mahalo for your review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your time exploring Hawaii's marine life. We're glad you had a fun time adventuring with us. We hope you’ll join us again soon! Mahalo!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/29 |
Reviewed by: ヒロミ
I had my elderly father and mother participate in a tour. On the day of the tour, the tour company made a mistake with the meeting time and arrived an hour early, so they didn't come to pick them up no matter how long they waited. My mother managed to think on her feet and contacted the tour company, allowing them to join the tour that was scheduled an hour later.
The day before, I had provided the emergency contact information to the tour company, yet they decided to mark them as absent simply because "they weren't at the meeting place" without properly confirming. If they had checked thoroughly, they would have realized they had mixed up the times. What would have happened if my mother hadn't contacted them?
After returning from the tour, I reached out to the tour company, but their response was, "If you were able to join the next tour..." It completely ruined what was supposed to be a meaningful trip for my parents.
高齢の父と母をツアーに参加させました。
当日、ツアー会社が集合時間を間違え1時間前のツアーの迎え時間で来てしまい、いくら待っても迎えに来ず…。母が何とか機転を利かせてツアー会社に連絡し、最初に予定していたものの1時間後のツアーに参加することが出来ました。
前日には、ツアー会社に緊急連絡先も伝えておいたのに、「集合場所にいなかったから。」という理由できちんと確認もしないまま不参加と判断するものはいかがかと。しっかり確認していれば、次の時間と間違えていたと気がついたと思います。母が連絡していなかったらどうしていたのでしょうか??
ツアーから戻って来てからツアー会社に連絡しましたが、「次のツアーに参加できたなら…。」という対応でした。
折角の親孝行旅行が台無しになってしまいました。
Aloha, and thank you for sharing your review. I am very disappointed to know that your overall experience was not exceptional, and I sincerely apologize for the inconveniences you encountered. We look forward to your valuable feedback. Additionally, I am sharing your review with the General Manager and leadership team to ensure we can provide a fun experience for all guests. Mahalo for sharing details about areas where we can improve.
アロハ、そしてレビューを共有してくれてありがとう。あなたの全体的な経験が例外的ではなかったことを知って非常に失望しており、あなたが経験した不便を心からおaびします。貴重なご意見をお待ちしております。また、すべてのゲストに楽しい体験をお届けできるよう、レビューをジェネラルマネージャーおよびリーダーシップチームと共有しています。私たちが改善する可能性のある分野に関する詳細を共有してくれたマハロ。
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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: | 2019/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/20 |
Reviewed by: vanilla
This was my second time participating in this tour. I usually join the morning sessions, including those from other companies, but this time I thought I’d try the 12 PM session. Just like last time, the staff were all very pleasant. It’s a reliable tour. The visibility wasn’t great this time, but we saw more than five turtles and a decent number of fish. It lasts about two and a half hours, and the fact that it departs right from the heart of Waikiki makes it highly recommended for enjoying such an experience just a bit offshore. I also appreciated that they provide fins along with the snorkeling set.
このツアーには2回目の参加でした。他社のも含めいつも朝イチの方にさんかしてたのですが、たまには午後にしてみようかと今回は12時の回にしてみました。前回同様スタッフはみなさん感じよく。安定感あるツアーです。今回は透明度が今ひとつでしたが、亀さんは5匹以上、魚はまぁまぁいました。2時間半程度で、しかもワイキキど真ん中からのツアー、ワイキキからちょっと沖にでてこれだけ楽しめる、というのは変わらずおすすめ!シュノーケルセットに加えてフィンも貸してくれるのも結構うれしいポイントです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/13 |
Reviewed by: りりおね
I ended up not being able to see dolphins in the ocean. It was my second time seeing dolphins, but it was my first time at Dolphin Junior High. This time it was very hectic, going in and out repeatedly. Since the dolphin tour is with nature, I think it's understandable whether you see them or not, but the level of satisfaction does change. I think it might be good to consider that point carefully.
イルカを海の中で見ることが出来ずに終わりました。イルカは2回目でしたが、イルカ中学は初めてでした。今回はとてもせわしなくて、ハイ入って、出て〜の繰り返し。イルカのツアーは自然相手なので、見られても見られなくても仕方ないと思いますが、やはり満足度は変わりますね。その点をよく考慮してみてもよいかと思います。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School.
Since this is a tour with wild dolphins in the natural ocean, the conditions vary every day.
We look forward to your retry when you come to Hawaii.
MAHALO!
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございます。
野生のイルカ、大自然の海でのツアーなので、毎日コンディションは異なります。
また、ハワイへお越しの際はリトライお待ちしております。
MAHALO!
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| Packages: | 11:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/22 |
Reviewed by: いるか
I was worried about the cloudy weather, but luckily, during our first entry into the water, we were able to see a pod of about five dolphins. Some people even had dolphins come very close to them. The instructor mentioned that it was truly a lucky day. Since there were participants who hadn’t seen dolphins a few days prior, I believe the chance of seeing them and how many you see is completely based on luck.
Since it was early in the morning, some people were sleeping during the explanation on the bus, but I think it’s better to stay awake as they discuss safety on the water and what’s necessary to see the dolphins. Thanks to that, I was able to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
The snorkeling after dolphin watching was also fun, as we got to see turtles and fish. The visibility was somewhat low, possibly due to the weather, but it was very moving.
Since swimming requires stamina, I got tired while taking a break with my companion, and it was a bit disappointing that the goggles and fins were put away early. Since it’s something you put in your mouth, I thought borrowing them again might mean using ones that others had just used, so we rested on the boat instead, which might have helped conserve our energy. After everyone got out of the water, almost everyone was exhausted and sleeping on the bus.
The hamburger wasn’t particularly delicious, but I think they did a good job providing snacks and drinks that could be prepared on the boat. The staff were very cheerful and made it the most enjoyable activity of my stay in Hawaii. Their attitude towards caring for the ocean and its creatures, as well as their effort to entertain the guests, was wonderful. I absolutely recommend it. There were many repeat visitors, and I also thought I would definitely want to repeat this experience if I come back to Hawaii.
You’ll definitely want photos, so it might be good to bring cash for that. I paid for the fee while I was at the office to pick up my souvenir. On chilly days, they recommend renting wetsuits, so it might be wise to bring cash for that as well.
曇り空で心配でしたが、運良く一回目の入水で5匹程のイルカの群れを見ることができました。間近までイルカが来ている方もいました。インストラクターも本当にラッキーな日だと言っていました。数日前に見れなかった方も参加していたので、実際に見れるか・どれくらい見れるかは完全に運だと思います。
朝早いのでバス内での説明の時に寝ている人もいましたが、海上での安全とイルカを見るために必要なことを話しているのでしっかり起きていた方がいいと思います。おかげで安心して体験できました。
イルカ鑑賞後のシュノーケリングでもカメや魚を見れて楽しかったです。天気のせいかやや透明度は低かったですが、とても感動的でした。
泳ぐのに体力が必要なので疲れてしまった連れと休憩に上がっていたら、ゴーグルとフィンを早々と片付けられてしまったのは唯一残念でした。口にくわえるものなのでもう一度借りても他の人が使ったばかりのものかも…と思い、そのまま船上で休憩しましたが、かえって体力温存にはなったかもしれません。みんな海から上がった後はくたびれていて、バス内でもほぼ全員寝ていました。
ハンバーガーは特に美味しくはありませんでしたが、船上で準備できるものとしてはスナックや飲み物など含めて十分頑張られていると思います。
スタッフの皆さんがとても陽気に盛り上げてくれて、ハワイ滞在の中で一番楽しいアクティビティになりました。海と海の生き物を大切にする姿勢、お客さんを楽しませようという姿勢が素晴らしかったです。絶対におススメです。リピーターも多く、私もまたハワイに来たら是非リピートしたいと思いました。
写真も絶対に欲しくなりますので、その分の現金は持っていっていいかも。私は記念品をもらいにオフィスに行くついでに料金を支払いました。
肌寒い天気の日はウェットスーツのレンタルを勧められるので、その分の現金も持って行った方がよいかもしれません。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University!
Since this is a tour with wild dolphins in the great ocean, the conditions vary every day.
It was very lucky to see the dolphins up close!!
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございます!
野生のイルカ、大自然の海でのツアーなので、コンディションは毎日異なります。
イルカが間近で見られたのはとってもラッキーです!!
またハワイへお越しの際はご参加ください。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
MAHALO!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/20 |
Reviewed by: Penny J
My clients said they saw about 60 bottlenose dolphins. They said it was the most incredible experience!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Turtle Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/10 |
Reviewed by: タイタイ
This was my second trip to Hawaii, but this time I traveled with my one-year-old child. I was looking for activities that would be enjoyable for kids, and choosing this was definitely the right decision! The staff on-site spoke Japanese and provided thorough explanations, making our first interaction with dolphins a wonderful memory. Even my shy child managed to smile and get a photo with the dolphin thanks to the instructor's assistance! Next time, I want to participate in the swimming experience together.
ハワイは2回目でしたが、今回は1歳の子どもを連れて旅行。子どもでも楽しめるアクティビティを、と思っていたところ、こちらを選んで大正解!
現地には日本語を話せるスタッフの方が、丁寧に説明をしてくれて、初めてのイルカとの触れ合いがとても良い思い出になりました。
恥ずかしがり屋の子どもも、インストラクターのアテンドで笑顔でイルカとのツーショットもゲット!
今度は、一緒に泳ぐ方に参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 濡れずにイルカと触れ合える!ドルフィン・アロハ(2020年9月30日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/13 |
Reviewed by: あーちゃん
I had an early pickup at 6 AM, but when I woke up, it was already 5:51 AM!! I hurriedly got dressed and left my room, and somehow managed to make it in time for the pickup. On the bus ride there, the guide's fun explanations kept me awake and alert. When we arrived at the port, the sea was calm with hardly any waves, which surprised the guide as well. Shortly after departing, we spotted dolphins. Although the water was murky, we were able to see the dolphins without them ever coming on board. We were thrilled to see the dolphins spinning and jumping around happily. After that, we also got to see a huge turtle that looked like a rock.
The captain and crew were very kind and helpful. They guided my mother, who was snorkeling in deep water for the first time, and she was able to swim without any issues. She had been worried about swimming and seasickness, but she seemed to get used to it and was satisfied by the end. I, on the other hand, felt a bit unwell towards the end, possibly due to lack of sleep since I arrived in Hawaii the day before. I think it's better to get enough rest and prepare your body beforehand. As for photos, I was so focused on watching the dolphins that I didn't have the chance to take many. Therefore, I mostly took pictures on the boat. A professional photographer accompanied us and took photos of the dolphins, turtles, and participants. It was $50 for data sent via email and $60 for a USB purchase. Payment can be made on the day or later at the office. It is a bit pricey, but since it includes photos you can't take yourself, I think it's worth it as a keepsake. If you're considering purchasing, I recommend actively asking for photos.
Also, for those who are sensitive to the cold or worried about sunburn, I think it's better to rent a wetsuit ($10 per person). Lastly, since I also tipped, I suggest bringing extra money if you're thinking about buying photos or renting a wetsuit. I almost missed out on the tour, but I'm glad I made some great memories. If I go to Hawaii again, I would definitely want to repeat this experience. Mahalo!!
朝が早く6時にピックアップでしたが、目覚めると5時51分!!
急いで着替えて部屋を出て、何とかピックアップの時間には間に合いました。
行きのバスの中では、ガイドさんの楽しい説明があり眠気など飛んでいきました。港に着くと、波がほとんどなく穏やかな海でガイドさんもびっくりしていました。出港後、すぐにイルカを発見。海が濁っていたため少し視界は悪かったですが、一度も船に上がることなく終始イルカを見ることができました。また、ご機嫌なイルカ先生のスピンやジャンプもたくさんみれて大興奮でした。その後は、岩のように大きなカメも見ることができてました。
船のキャプテン、クルーの方々もとても親切で良かったです。深い海でのシュノーケルが始めての母を誘導していましたが、特に問題なく泳ぐことができました。母は、泳ぎや船酔いの心配をしていましたが、途中から慣れてきて満足できたようです。私は、参加したのがハワイ到着日の翌日で寝不足もあってか最後に気分が悪くなってしまいました。そのため、十分に睡眠をとり体調を整えていたほうが良いと思います。写真に関しては、イルカさんを見るのに必死で取る余裕がなかったです。そのため、海の中ではほとんど撮らず船の上で撮りました。プロのカメラマンさんが同行しているので、イルカやカメさん、参加者の写真を撮影してくれます。メールへのデータ送信であれば50ドル、USBの購入であれば60ドルでした。支払いは、当日でも、後日オフィスへ支払いに行っても大丈夫です。少し値は張りますが、自分では撮れない写真も含まれているので記念になると思います。購入を考えている方は自分から積極的に写真を撮てもらうといいと思います。あと、寒さに弱い方や日焼けが気になる方は、ウエットスーツをレンタル(1人10ドル)したほうがいいと思います。
最後にチップも支払ったため、写真の購入やウエットスーツのレンタルを考えている方は、その分のお金は持参したほうがいいと思います。
危うくツアーに参加しそびれるところでしたが、いい思い出ができてよかったです。また、ハワイに行くことがあれば是非リピートしたいと思います。
マハロ!!
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School.
We appreciate your wonderful comments about your memories.
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to seeing you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
素敵な思い出のコメントありがとうございます。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
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: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額! |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
Reviewed by: RUSHAR
I was able to swim with wild dolphins and sea turtles! This was the best time. The sea and mountains were beautiful. The staff were Japanese, and I thought their easy-to-understand talk and performance were great. This tour is worth it.
野生のイルカやウミガメと一緒に泳げた!これは、最高の時間でした。海も山も綺麗きれいキレイ。スタッフの方が日本人で、わかりやすいトーク&パフォーマンスも良かったと思います。このツアーは、価値ありです。
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University.
I believe snorkeling with wild dolphins and sea turtles is truly a wonderful experience.
Please join us again when you visit Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
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。
野生のイルカやウミガメとのシュノーケルは本当に素敵な経験だと思います。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください。
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: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/07/30 |
Reviewed by: くろku
We had an early morning pickup. We drove in the dark and headed to the coast while watching the sunrise. I thought we would only see turtles and dolphins from a distance. We missed the dolphins, but surprisingly, a turtle came up from the seabed right in front of us and almost collided with us! The photos we purchased separately were attached to an email, and it’s clear that professional shots are better. There were turtles and dolphins captured from positions other than ours. Oh, and the spam onigiri for a light snack was delicious. I've had many, but it was very much to the taste of Japanese people. I wonder where they sell it? Custom-made? I would love to participate again. Thank you, dolphins and everyone!
朝早いピックアップでした。暗いうちに走り朝日見ながら海岸へ行きました。 かめイルカ遠目にみるぐらいだろうなーと思っていました。 イルカはタイミングあいませんでしたがかめはなんと私たち前に海底から上がってきてぶつかりそうで避けました。別購入の写真はメール添付なのでやはりプロが撮ったほうがいいですね。自分たち以外の位置のかめやイルカが映ってました。 あっ軽食のスパムおにぎり美味しかったです。数々食べてますがとても日本人向け。どこに売ってるんだろ?特注? また参加したいです。 いるかさん皆さんありがとう!
ALOHA!
Thank you for considering joining the Dolphin Middle School.
We offer tours with wild dolphins and sea turtles, and while the conditions vary each day, we hope it will create wonderful memories for you.
Please join us again when you visit Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ご検討ありがとうございます。
野生のイルカやウミガメとのツアー、毎日コンディションは異なりますが、
素敵な思い出となっていたら嬉しく思います。
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひ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: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: ALOH
Due to the last-minute change in schedule, I was filled with anxiety, receiving a call early one morning while still in Japan asking, "I plan to participate today, what’s going on?" and having several exchanges to confirm the changed itinerary. However, the customer service representative was very kind and helpful.
On the day of the event, I was picked up in Waikiki at 11:25. Perhaps due to the timing, there were only a few participants on the large bus. We went straight to Sea Life Park with staff who were expressionless and silent. Once we arrived, the explanation was provided by a Japanese guide, so there was no confusion. However, I was disappointed to find that while the bus was scheduled to gather at 16:45, the park closed at 16:00. I later saw the closing time in the Q&A section, but I felt that such an important detail should be included in the schedule that everyone can see.
Before making the reservation, I asked, "If I participate in the 13:45 encounter, which shows can I see?" but received a complete copy of the schedule from the website. I didn’t feel any kindness in that response. In the end, the only show I could see was the dolphin show.
The price for photos was surprisingly high at 6,000 yen, and like the closing time, I felt it should be clearly displayed for everyone to see.
Although it was a highly rated tour, considering the price and the enjoyment I had, I think once is enough. I also feel that it wasn’t necessary to do this in Hawaii.
今回はギリギリに時間変更をした事もあり、まだ日本にいる全く別の日の早朝「今日参加予定ですがどうなっていますか?」と電話が来たり、変更した日程確認で何度かやり取りが発生したりと、不安でいっぱいでしたが、カスタマーの窓口の方にはとても親切にご対応いただけました。
当日11:25ワイキキお迎え。時間帯のせいか、大型バスに参加者ちらほら。無表情で無言のスタッフと共にシーライフパークへ直行。
ついてからは日本人のガイドの方の説明でしたので、迷う事は無かったのですが、バス集合16:45に対して閉園が16:00と何だかガッカリ。後にQ&Aに閉園時間についてありましたが、こんな大切な事は誰もが観れるスケジュールに掲載するべきだと感じました。
予約前にも「13:45エンカウンターに参加した場合、どのショーが観れますか?」と質問するも、HPのスケジュールをまるまる転記。全く親切心が感じられませんでした。結果観れたのはイルカショーのみでした。
写真が6000円と驚く程高く、先程の閉園時間と一緒で、誰もが一目で確認出来るよう掲載すべきと感じました。
評価の高いツアーでしたが、価格と楽しんだ時間で考えると一度行けば十分です。特にハワイで行かなくても良かったとも思っています。
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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: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/02 |
Reviewed by: Kelley
My friend and I did this activity last week and it was so much fun! Perfect thing to do on your day off or if you are vacationing in Hawaii. So many activities to do on one boat, you can't beat it! All of the employees were very kind and happily helped us when we asked to use kayaks/paddleboards, etc. Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Deluxe Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/06 |
Reviewed by: わっぴー
Although you can't see the grand ocean scenery like in a painting, you can enjoy a surreal underwater world at the "20,000 Leagues Under the Sea" attraction in Tokyo DisneySea! It's especially recommended for those who are not good at swimming and don't want to dive! However, if you're prone to seasickness, it's a good idea to take some motion sickness medication beforehand. I also tend to get seasick, but I prepared in advance based on prior information, so I was able to enjoy the underwater scenery until the end!
絵に描いたような壮大な海の中の様子は見れませんが、非日常の世界をリアルな海の中をディズニーシーにある海底二万マイルというアトラクションにのように楽しめました!
泳ぎが苦手でダイビングはやりたくないなぁって方は特にオススメです!
ただ船酔いしやすい方は酔い止め飲んでおくと安心です!私も船酔いしやすいですが、前情報から酔い対策してたので最後まで楽しく海底を鑑賞できました!
Aloha! We're glad you enjoyed the cruise at such a unique and beautiful location in Waikiki. Thank you for sharing your experience and recommendations. We hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo!
アロハ!ワイキキの非常にユニークで美しい場所でのクルーズを楽しんでいただけたことを嬉しく思います。あなたの経験と推奨事項を共有していただきありがとうございます。将来またご参加ください。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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/07 |
Reviewed by: あいママ
My third-grade daughter also participated. I was a bit worried because she isn't very good at swimming, but she was full of curiosity and I had no worries at all. We offered a prayer and headed to the spot on a beautiful boat. We jumped into the sea and followed the leader! We swam quite a bit and got to see some adorable dolphins. This became the best memory of our trip. Floating in the sea, swimming, and gazing at the island was so healing. The staff kept saying that this is the real Hawaii. I want to participate again.
小学生3年の娘も一緒に参加しました。
娘はあまり泳ぎが得意ではないので
少し心配でしたが、好奇心でいっぱいで
全く心配ありませんでした。
お祈りを捧げ綺麗な船でスポットに。
海に飛び込みリーダーについて行きます!
結構泳ぎましたがかわいいイルカに会えました。
今回の旅の一番の思い出になりました。
海に浮いて泳いで、島を眺め、癒されました
スタッフもこれが本当のハワイだ、としきりに言っていました。
また参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/06 |
Reviewed by: yyf
I was able to see a pod of 2 to 30 dolphins in the ocean. Since I was participating with my preschooler, I couldn't move around very quickly, but it seemed that other participants were able to see many more dolphins up close. While I was struggling in the water with my 4-year-old son, the guide kindly took care of him, allowing us to see the dolphins. Thank you very much.
2〜30匹のイルカの群れを海中で見ることが出来ました。
未就学児を連れての参加だったため、私はあまり機敏に動けなかったのですが、他の参加者の方はもっと沢山のイルカを近くで見れたようです。
4歳息子を引き連れて海でまごまごしていたところ、ガイドの方が息子の相手をして下さり、イルカを見ることが出来ました。
ありがとうございます。
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! If you have the opportunity, please come and visit with your family again. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。また機会がございましたらご家族皆様でぜひ遊びにいらしてくださいね、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【サマーキャンペーン】大人2名様で子供1名様半額!<07:30/11:00出港プラン> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: ゆうゆ
This time, I participated with my two grandchildren. They were thrilled to gradually dive underwater. We enjoyed the rarely seen seabed. One disappointment was the condition of the headphones...
今回二人の孫と参加しました。徐々に潜水していく様子に孫たちは大喜びでした。滅多に見れない海底を堪能しました。
一つ残念なのは、ヘッドフォンの調子が…
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: Darren
My fiancée and I had a great Oahu experience. The team on board made us very comfortable and explained each step with detail. They chose a great site to go in at and the personal attention when in the water was amazing. Hats off to the crew.
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Troy and Tricia
So glad we chose Haleiwa Shark Tours/Three Local Boys! Only had six people on boat and cage held six people! We never had to get out of cage! Saw between 10-20 sharks, hard to tell exactly because there was ALWAYS 4-6 in view! The captain and his mate, terrible at names but think Captain was Chris, both very knowledge about history of island and pointed them out as we were going to drop spot. Felt very comfortable in cage - anybody can do this! I'd love to back tomorrow, but we are leaving. HIGHLY recommend Haleiwa Shark Tours
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Shark Cage Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/03 |
Reviewed by: TOKO
We participated as a family of three (a couple and our 13-year-old daughter) who loves snorkeling and dolphins. When we arrived at the snorkeling point, we could see dolphin fins from the boat, and we even saw them jumping! That alone brought us so much joy.
There were about 70 participants that day. Before joining, I checked reviews that suggested staying close to the guide in the water, so we made sure to keep near them. When a pod of dolphins appeared, the guide shouted out directions, and we were able to see the dolphins... it was truly moving! Underwater, we could even hear the sounds of the dolphins. I didn't notice, but my daughter exclaimed that she saw a mother and baby dolphin!
We were lucky enough to see the pod multiple times, which was amazing. According to the guide, it was rare to see them that often. After that, we moved to a spot with turtles for snorkeling, but unfortunately, we couldn't swim with them. However, we did encounter a turtle that surfaced on our way back to the port, which made us very satisfied.
The tour content was very satisfying. A few points to note:
1. Take motion sickness medication beforehand.
2. We participated in August, but if you're sensitive to cold, it might be better to rent a wetsuit. I wore tights and a rash guard, but I was freezing and couldn't stop shaking after getting out of the water.
3. The return bus was quite cold, so it's essential to prepare for that.
シュノーケルもイルカも大好きな家族3人で参加(夫婦、13歳女子)しました。シュノーケルポイントにつくと船上からイルカの背びれが見え、ジャンプする姿も・・・!もうそれだけで喜びが。
当日の参加者は70人と大人数。参加前に口コミ情報をチェックしたら、海ではガイドさんの近くにいるようにとあったのでガイドさんの近くをキープ。
イルカの群れが現れると大声で声掛けしてくれるのでその方向をみるとイルカの群れが・・・感動です!!水中ではイルカの声?も聞こえました。私は気づきませんでしたが、娘は親子のイルカがいた~!と。
一度だけではなく、何度もイルカの群れを見れて本当に最高でした。ガイドさんいわく、こんなに何度も見れるのはラッキーだったそうです。
その後カメのいるポイントに移動してシュノーケルしましたが、残念ながらカメと泳ぐことはできませんでした。(港に帰る途中でカメが水上へ現れたのに遭遇できたので気分的には大満足)
ツアーの内容は大満足でした。
注意点としては
①酔い止めを飲んでおく。
②8月参加でしたが冷え性の人はウエットスーツをレンタルしたほうがいいかも。(私はタイツとラッシュガードでしたが海からあがったら寒くて手の震えがとまらなかったです。)
③帰りのバスはかなり寒いので防寒対策必至です。
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| Packages: | 【お得なセット割】7:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/27 |
Reviewed by: Pally
The crew was sensational! I loved their friendliness, easy-going American attitude and care for their passengers.
We loved the afternoon and were fortunate to see some wildlife.
Highly recommended.
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| Packages: | Now Available! Daytime Cruise (25% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/01 |
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ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School program!
We apologize for any lack of consideration from our staff.
Many individuals also join our tours.
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are sincerely looking forward to your visit.
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA!
この度はイルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました!
スタッフの配慮が足りず申し訳ございませんでした。
弊社ツアーはお一人の方もたくさんご参加いただいております。
またハワイへお越しの際は是非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