Reviewed by: ミックン
We participated in the tour on June 24 with five people. Although the pickup was early in the morning, the staff's fun talks and the detailed explanations of the tour were appreciated. Once on the boat, the captain and the friendly crew naturally brought smiles to our faces. We swam with dolphins at the two locations they guided us to, and both times we encountered dolphins, which was an emotional and thrilling moment. We also saw sea turtles several times at the surface. This was my first dolphin tour, but thanks to the enjoyable guidance from the staff, as well as the boat burgers and hula dancing, we had a wonderful time. If I come to Hawaii again, I will definitely join this tour without hesitation. Thank you to everyone at Dolphin & You.
6月24日のツアーに5人で参加しました。朝早いピックアップでしたが、スタッフ皆さんの楽しいトークやツアーの説明には丁寧さも感じました。船に乗船してからもキャプテンをはじめ楽しくて親切なスタッフクルーに笑顔が自然に出ておりました。イルカは二回ほど案内して頂いた場所で泳ぎましたが、二回ともイルカに出逢え感動と感激の瞬間を味合うことが出来ました。海亀も海面上で何回も出逢えました。今回は初めてのイルカツアーでしたが、スタッフ皆さんの楽しい引率や船上バーガー・フラダンスなど、楽しい時間を過ごさせて頂来ました。またハワイに来たら迷わすツアーに参加させて頂きます。ドルフィン&ユーの皆様有難うございました。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/22 |
Reviewed by: haru
A trip to Hawaii with my friend's family. I was the only one who wanted to swim with dolphins, so I felt anxious but decided to sign up anyway. My worries while waiting for the pickup bus were blown away by the guide's Japanese. All the participants were Japanese as well, and they were all cheerful and friendly, which made me feel even more at ease!
The one-hour ride was never boring thanks to the lively talk from our guide, Julie (a cheerful Japanese woman). The weather was great, the boat was stable, and I enjoyed the beautiful scenery of the west coast of Hawaii. I got to see plenty of dolphins, turtles, and tropical fish, which was thrilling and moving!
The staff were not only cheerful but also maintained safety properly, which made me feel secure. Typically, I am satisfied after one experience, but this time I found myself wanting to participate again.
友人家族とのハワイ旅行。
イルカと泳ぎたいのは、自分1人だったので不安ながらも申し込みました。
ピックアップしてくれるバスを待っている間の不安は、ガイドの方の日本語で吹き飛びました。参加者も全員日本人で、しかも陽気な良い方ばかりでさらに安心!
1時間の車内は、ガイドのジュリー(元気な日本女性)のトークで飽きないし、天気も良くて船も揺れが少なくて、ハワイ西海岸の景色を満喫しました。イルカも亀も熱帯魚もたっぷりと見れて、感動・興奮!
スタッフ達も陽気なだけじゃなく、キチンと安全をキープしてくれてて、安心出来ました。
大体なんでも、1度で満足する自分が、また参加したいと思いました。
Dear Haru,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Middle School this time.
Also, thank you for your wonderful words.
We will do our best as the Dolphin Family to make it an even better tour, so please come back to be healed by the Dolphin Teacher.
All of us at the Dolphin Family are looking forward to the day we can meet again.
haru様
この度はイルカ中学にご参加有難うございました。
また、素敵なお言葉も有難うございます。
さらに良いツアーにしていけるようイルカファミリーで頑張りますので、ぜひまたイルカ先生に癒せれに遊びにいらしてください。
また会える日をイルカファミリー一同楽しみにしています。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated after reading the reviews! The same Japanese staff guided us from the bus to the snorkeling, which made me feel at ease! They were also knowledgeable about dolphins and took us to a spot where we could see a lot of them, so I was able to swim with the dolphins perfectly!
クチコミを見て、参加しました!バスのガイドから、シュノーケルのガイドまで同じ日本人スタッフの方がやってくださり、安心しました!また、イルカに詳しく、大量に見れるポイントで潜らせてくれたのでバッチリイルカと泳ぐことが出来ました!
Aloha Anonymous,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University.
We hope you enjoyed your half day at Dolphin University amidst the great nature of West Oahu. We all look forward to the day we can meet you again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha 匿名希望様
この度は名門イルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
イルカ大学での半日、西オアフでの大自然の中お楽しみいただけましたでしょうか?
是非また匿名希望様にお会いできる日をスタッフ・クルー一同楽しみにしております。
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: | 2018/06/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/19 |
Reviewed by: ムラゴン
I was able to see wild dolphins up close, and I also got to see sea turtles much closer than I had expected! It became a once-in-a-lifetime memory that I can only experience here!
野生のイルカが生で見ることが出来たこと、さらにウミガメも思っていた以上に近距離で見れました!
ここでしか見ることが出来ない一生の思い出になりました!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/19 |
Reviewed by: こゆき
It took longer to get around than I expected, and I returned to my room late, but I was glad to see the sea turtles. I heard there was a Japanese guide in the morning, so I aimed for that and was very satisfied with my reservation.
思いのほか移動に時間がかかり部屋に戻るのが遅くなりましたが海ガメに会えたし良かったです。午前中は日本語ガイドがあると聞いていたのでそれを狙って予約できて大変満足です。
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| Packages: | プレミアム・サブマリン<定員64名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/15 |
Reviewed by: matsu
I booked a tour for the next day while I was there. I received a confirmation email and waited at the pickup location on the day of the tour, but after waiting for over 20 minutes, no one showed up... I couldn't speak English, so I had to call, and with the help of the hotel staff, I managed to convey my issue. It seems the tour company said there was no reservation. In the end, I took a taxi to the boat and got a refund for the taxi fare, so I was able to participate in the tour after all. Since I didn't incur any financial loss, I asked Veltra to check the situation after returning home, and they responded sincerely. The tour itself was fine (I even saw a whale, albeit just a little), but it might be a bit risky to make last-minute reservations.
現地にいる時に翌日のツアーを予約しました。
予約完了メールも来て、当日迎えの場所で待っていましたが20分以上待っても来ず…英語が喋れないけど電話するしかない、とホテルの人に手伝ってもらいなんとか要件を伝えると、予約が入っていないとツアー催行会社から言われたようで…
結局タクシーで船のところまで行ってタクシー代を返金してもらえ、ツアーに参加することが出来たのでなんとかなりました。
金銭的に損をしたわけではなかったので、帰国後ベルトラさんに状況確認だけお願いしたところ誠実に対応してくださいました。
ツアー自体は問題ありませんでしたが(鯨もちょこっとだけ見れました)、直前の予約は少し注意が必要かもしれません。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We appreciate your valuable feedback. We will work together as a team to improve on the issues raised. 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。貴重なご意見、有難うございます。今後の課題として、スタッフ全員で改善に取り組みたいと思います。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: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Christine
I was a little unsure about what to expect but once we got on the boat the tour guide did an awesome job of making us feel more comfortable. He explained everything and was very professional. It was amazing to be so close to the sharks and to have a new understanding of them. I would do it again for sure.
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| Packages: | Pelagic Shark Dive Tour |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/12 |
Reviewed by: Charlene Ryan
We book the Holokai everytime our family and friends come visit us on the island, and it never disappoints! Staff is great, and the views can’t be beat. Very relaxing!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/15 |
Reviewed by: ミクニ
It was truly amazing to be close to the honu (sea turtle) and swim with it! The crew was also very nice. For those who get seasick, taking motion sickness medication is definitely a must. The final yacht sailing can be a bit rocky.
ホヌ(ウミガメ)が間近にいて泳げたのは本当に最高でした!クルーも感じが良かった。船酔いする人は確実に酔い止め必須。最後のヨットセーリングは揺れます。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/15 |
Reviewed by: ふじさん
I participated with my 5-year-old daughter and dad!
We were picked up early in the morning from a nearby hotel, and our guide, Julie, was so energetic and fun. I learned a lot of interesting facts about dolphins.
I thought I could swim, but then I realized I had never swum in the ocean with a current before. At first, I couldn't really take care of my daughter, but Julie helped watch her, and gradually I was able to use the fins and keep up (sweating a bit).
We encountered dolphins three times, with as many as ten at one point. I brought an underwater camera, but the professional photographer dove down for us and was great at getting close to the dolphins and sea turtles. So, instead of floundering around, it might be wiser to pay about $50 and enjoy being photographed, then buy the professional pictures (since you'll want them anyway).
Anyway, Julie was great at keeping us entertained, and my daughter was totally into it, even participating in the final diving competition. It became a wonderful memory!
5歳娘とパパと三人で参加しました!
早朝に近くのホテルから拾ってもらい、テンション高いジュリさんのガイドっぷりも楽しく、イルカの豆知識も勉強になりました。
泳げるつもりでしたが、考えたら潮の流れのある沖で泳いだことはなく、娘の面倒を最初はほとんど見る事が出来なかったけど、ジュリさんが娘を見てくれ、徐々にフィンを使って進めるようになり何とかついて行けました(汗)
イルカには3回遭遇出来、多い時で10頭でした。水中でも撮れるカメラ持参でしたけど、プロのカメラマンさんは潜ってくれますし、イルカやウミガメのそばに行くのも上手なので、バタバタする位なら、50ドルほど払いますが、写される事を楽しんで、プロの写真を買った方が賢明かもしれません。(どうせ、欲しくなりますから)
とにかく、楽しませるのが上手で、娘はすっかりノリノリで、最後のダイビング大会も参加する始末。
良い思い出になりました!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/14 |
Reviewed by: ポニョ
I had an amazing experience that I can't usually have! I was able to feel an indescribable thrill as sharks constantly swam around the enclosure! I want to go every time I visit Hawaii!
普段出来ない最高な体験ができました!!
サメが絶えずオリの周りを泳いでいてなんとも言えないスリルを味わえました!!
ハワイ旅行の際には毎回でも行きたい!!
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| Packages: | 檻の中から間近で見学!ケージプラン<現地集合> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/13 |
Reviewed by: msaku
It was an early departure, and I was sleepy at the start of the tour, but the bright and detailed explanations on the bus gradually made me feel more awake. By the time we arrived at the port, I was filled with excitement to meet the dolphins.
At first, the ceremony right after departure made us, as a shy couple, a bit anxious, but the cheerful communication at just the right distance quickly warmed our hearts. By the time we started singing, there was a sense of unity within the team!
When it came time to meet the dolphins, we were lucky to encounter them right away! Within about five minutes of departure, we jumped into the sea and met the dolphins immediately!
After that, we followed the instructor's directions and swam playfully like children, chasing the dolphins. I was so excited to see those adorable dolphins!
Afterward, we returned to the boat for a commemorative photo! The team was united, and there were many honeymooners among us, making the group photo while saying "Welcome, newlyweds!" a lot of fun!
Next, we changed snorkeling spots! This time, we encountered sea turtles, which was truly moving! Personally, I found the turtles even more touching! Their cuteness was number one!
As we were heading back to the port, a pod of dolphins appeared as if to say goodbye, which was heartwarming.
After that, I fell into a deep sleep on the return bus (laughs). It was an incredibly emotional experience for just half a day! It was the best experience where I could have fun like a child with my wife!
Thank you so much!!
朝早い出発で眠い中でのツアースタートでしたが、バスの中での説明からとても明るく丁寧な説明に徐々に眠気もなくなり、港に到着するころにはイルカに会いたい気持ちでいっぱいになりました。
出港直後の儀式も最初は人見知りな夫婦としては少し不安でしたが、絶妙な距離感での明るいコミュニケーションにすぐに心が打ち解け、歌を歌う頃にはチームの一体感も生まれていました!
いざイルカとの出会いでは運よくすぐに遭遇!!
出港から5分程度で海に飛び込み、すぐにイルカと出会うこともできました!
その後はインストラクターの指示に従い、子どものように無邪気に泳ぎ、
イルカを追っていました。
本当に可愛いイルカたちにテンションマックス!
その後、船に戻り記念撮影!チームもまとまり、ハネムーンでのお客さんも
多く、みんなで新婚さんいらっしゃい!と言いながらの記念撮影がとても
楽しかったです!
その後は、シュノーケリングのスポット変更!
今度はウミガメに出会い、感動!!
私的にはカメの方が感動!
愛らしさはNO1でした!
その後、港に戻ろうとすると、まるでお別れを伝えに来たかのように
イルカの群れが現れ、胸がジーンとしました。
その後は帰りのバスで爆睡(笑)
半日とは考えられなくらいの感動体験!
子どものように妻とはしゃぐこともできた最高体験でした!
ありがとうございます!!
Aloha, Ms. Maku,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University. We are all very happy to hear that you were able to fully enjoy an experience that is hard to come by in Japan. The farewell with the dolphins is truly a precious moment!! ♡ When you visit the Big Island, we also have tours for Dolphin High School and Manta University, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office Moe
Aloha, msaku様
この度は名門イルカ大学にご参加頂き、ありがとうございます。
日本では中々経験出来ない体験を全力で楽しんで頂けた様で、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
イルカのお見送りとはとっても貴重ですね!!♡
ハワイ島にお越しの際はイルカ中高校・マンタ大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス Moe
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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: | 2018/06/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/14 |
Reviewed by: ヤンマー
I participated in the Dolphin University tour. We quickly spotted dolphins from the boat and everyone dove in!
Since there was a sequence for diving, some people at the end couldn't see them at that time. However, during the next dive, those who hadn't seen the dolphins were prioritized and guided to where the dolphins were, so all participants were able to see them!
The crew was lively, and everyone was in high spirits!
There were Japanese-speaking crew members, which made it easy to enjoy the tour without any worries.
After swimming with the dolphins, we moved to a different location for snorkeling near the coral reefs, where we could also swim with sea turtles.
Those who weren't physically strong rested on the boat, while those with more energy played in the water.
By that night, I was so satisfied with the tour that I wanted to join the Dolphin University tour again the next day.
I recommend renting a wetsuit as it helps prevent fatigue.
The photos are ones I took.
イルカ大学ツアーに参加して来ました
すぐに海上からイルカが見つかりみんなでダイブ!
ダイブするのも順番があるので最後の方の方は
その時は見ることが出来ない方もいてました。
しかし、次のダイブの時には見えてない人優先で
イルカのところに誘導してもらえるので
参加者全員がイルカを見ることが出来ました!
クルーの方のノリも良く、みんなテンション Maxでした!
日本人のクルー、日本語を話せるクルーがいてるので
安心してツアーに参加し楽しめました
イルカと泳いだ後は、場所を変えて
サンゴ礁近くでシュノーケリング等を
ウミガメと一緒に泳ぐこともできました
体力のない方は、船上で休憩
体力のある方は、海ではしゃいで遊んでました
その日の夜には、明日またイルカ大学ツアーに参加したい
と思うほど私は大満足なツアーでした
ウエットスーツはレンタルすることをお勧めします
体力低下防止にもなるので
写真は私がとった写真です
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/10 |
Reviewed by: H. Toomey
Great experience! Kids really enjoyed themselves. The tour guy on the submarine was hilarious! The boat ride out to the submarine was really nice and got to see some beautiful scenery. Everyone was very friendly! Have to do it if your here, we wanted to do things that we aren’t able to do back home.
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| Packages: | Family Special! Standard Submarine Tour |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/12 |
Reviewed by: 静岡の海人
I thought I would be operating the underwater scooter myself, but the diver controlled the left, right, and up and down movements, so I was a bit disappointed that I only had to open the throttle. This time, it was a bit chilly after the experience, possibly because of the cloudy sky from the volcanic smoke on the Big Island, so I needed something to wear afterward.
水中スクーターは自分で操作するのかと思っていたらダイバーが左右上下をするので、ただアクセルを開けるだけだったのが少しがっかりでした
今回はハワイ島の噴煙で曇り空だったせいか肌寒かったので体験後は羽織るものが必要でした
アロハ、
私たちの潜水艦スクーターに参加していただきありがとうございます。スクーターは、サンゴ礁を保護するために上下することができません。曇りの日もありますが、それはハワイのビッグアイランドからの煙のせいではありません。申し訳ありませんが、天候をコントロールすることはできません。水中に長時間いると体温が奪われます。そして水から出ると風が冷たく感じるため、お客様にはタオルを持参することをお勧めしています。
マハロ、素晴らしい一日をお過ごしください。
リンダ
Aloha,
Thank you for joining us on our Submarine Scooters. The scooters are not allowed to go up and down so we can protect the reef from people hitting it. We do have cloudy days but it was not from the smoke from the Big Island of Hawaii. I'm sorry, but we cannot control the weather. When you are in the water for a length of time, you lose your body heat. Then when you get out of the water, the wind makes you cold that is why we advise customers to bring a towel.
Mahalo and have a wonderful day,
Linda
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/01 |
Reviewed by: tamala
I was moved to see wild dolphins and sea turtles. The tour guide is energetic, which I think can be polarizing. After getting on the boat, there was a feeling of forced excitement, and those who want to genuinely enjoy the activity might feel put off. However, the staff were generally nice, but I had some doubts about the Japanese cameraman's attitude. I admit I struggled to understand the intent behind his questions and had to ask him to repeat himself several times, but saying "That's enough" in Kansai dialect was inappropriate. I was left feeling uncomfortable as I didn't know him well. I've participated in snorkeling tours many times in the past, and I felt a lack of professionalism this time. By the way, if you don't take measures against seasickness and cold, the return trip can be tough, so it's important to prepare properly.
野生のイルカとウミガメ見れて感動しました。ツアーガイドはエネルギッシュなので好き嫌い分れると思います。船に乗った後は無理やり盛り上げてる感があって純粋にアクティビティを楽しみたいと思って参加する人はしらける方もいるかもしれないですが、スタッフの皆さんはいい感じでいいか…と思いきや担当した日本人のカメラマンの対応に疑問を感じました。話しかけられて質問の意図が分からなくて何回か聞き直してしまった自分にも非がありますが関西弁で『もうええわ』はないです。知り合いや仲良くもないのになぜこんな態度を取られるのか不快な思いしか残りませんでした。過去に何度もシュノーケリングツアーに参加してきましたがプロ精神に欠けていると感じました。ちなみに船酔い対策と寒さ対策はしないと帰りがキツいのでしっかりとしなきゃ厳しいです。
Aloha, Tamala,
I sincerely apologize for any discomfort we may have caused you. We have shared your feedback with the individual involved and within our company, and we will strive to ensure that such incidents do not occur in the future.
Thank you very much for participating in the private Dolphin Middle School during your valuable time in Hawaii and for sharing your valuable opinions. Our entire staff will continue to improve, and we hope you will consider joining our tours again in the future.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office, Moe
Aloha, tamala様
この度不快な思いをさせてしまい、大変申し訳ございませんでした。
ご指摘いただきました内容を本人及び社内にて共有し、今後このようなことがないよう努めて参ります。
貴重なハワイでのお時間の中で私立イルカ中学にご参加頂き、貴重なご意見を共有して下さり誠に有難うございます。
スタッフ一同精進してまいりますので、また機会がございましたら弊社ツアーにご参加頂ければと思います。
Mahalo
イルカオフィス Moe
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/11 |
Reviewed by: Talisha Jackson
This was such an incredible experience. Within minutes of leaving the harbour, there were dolphins next to our boat. We got in the water, and the pods of dolphins were swimming around us the whole time we were in there. When we moved to the snorkeling spot, again there were dolphins swimming straight under us and turtles swimming along the surface. They had great water activities at the snorkel spot, such is the SUP and trampoline. The staff were having so much fun, which made all the guests have heaps of fun. If you needed anything, they were happy to help. This was a highlight of our whole trip. Would highly recommend.
Aloha Talisha,
Thank you so much for your fantastic review! It's so good to hear that this was the best part of your vacation. That's when we know we hit the target! Mahalo for sharing your experience, and we hope to have you back on board again some day!
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| Packages: | Morning Cruise - Buy One & Get One 50% Off! |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/09 |
Reviewed by: 店長!
It was an early morning tour, but since I had plans to go to Ala Moana in the afternoon, I opted for the morning tour. I was really sleepy, but our guide, Julie, was super energetic despite the early hour! She talked non-stop, and before I knew it, we had arrived at the marina.
She mentioned on the bus that seeing dolphins in the wild can vary; sometimes you see them right away, and other times you might search for over three hours without spotting any. I was a bit anxious as we left the marina, and although the waves were quite high and the boat was rocking, we started with a ceremonial Hawaiian song to meet the dolphins and tossed plumeria flowers into the sea. Thanks to that, we quickly encountered dolphins! We saw several dorsal fins breaking the surface! We hurriedly prepared our snorkeling gear and dove into the water! The visibility wasn't great, probably due to the high waves, but we managed to encounter some dolphins!
Swimming was quite tiring, but I thought of it as good exercise, and it was worth the effort. After that, we changed locations for snorkeling. Again, the visibility wasn't very good, but we encountered many sea turtles! A photographer who was underwater took my camera and captured close-up shots of the turtles.
Captain Gian (a famous former lifeguard) and his daughter, who claims to be part of the EXILE crew, along with our guide Julie, who was at her maximum energy level, made for an entertaining and enjoyable time! Thank you!
あさが早めのツアーでしたが、午後からアラモアナに行く予定があった為午前のツアーにしました。めっちゃ眠たかったですがガイドのジュリちゃんのテンションが早朝に関わらずMAX!!喋りっぱなしで気が付いたらマリーナへ着いていました。
自然のイルカなのですぐ見れる時と3時間以上探しても見れない時もあるとバスの中で言っていたのでどーかなぁ〜?と思いながらマリーナを出て、波は中々高く船は揺れいましたが、まず出航してからイルカに会う為の儀式的なハワイ語の歌、プルメリアの花を海に投げ入れお願いしたおかげか、すぐにイルカに会えました!水面にイルカの背鰭が何個も!早々にシュノーケルの準備をして海へダイブ!波が高かったせいかあまり透明度はありませんでしたが、何とかイルカに遭遇!
泳ぐのは結構疲れますがいいエクササイズと思いながら頑張ったかいが有りました。
その後ポイントを変えてのシュノーケルやはり透明度は余り無かったですが沢山の海亀に遭遇!水中カメラマンの方が、私の水中カメラを持って潜ってくれて、至近距離のカメを撮ってきてくれました。
キャプテンジャイアン(有名な元ライフセーバー)
キャプテンの娘さん、自称EXILEのクルー
ガイドのテンションMAXのジュリちゃん
話も面白く楽しい時間が過ごせました!
thankyou!
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School! We are glad to hear that you had a wonderful time with the wild dolphins, turtles, and our staff! Please come back and visit us again; we are looking forward to seeing you! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! 野生のイルカやカメ、そして弊社スタッフと共に楽しい時間をお過ごしいただけたようで何よりです! また是非遊びにいらしてくださいね、お待ちしております! MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/09 |
Reviewed by: KOHAKU
On the day of the festival in Waikiki, the meeting place was changed the day before. However, thanks to VERTRA's attentive email support, I was able to participate without any issues. There were Japanese-speaking staff on-site, which made everything very smooth. The park had a pool for feeding fish and a space for feeding parrots, so we could enjoy ourselves without worrying about the time until our transportation or activities. It was difficult to take photos or videos of the dolphins during the activity, so I think we will end up buying the ones taken by a professional, which were $30 each. I participated with my 8-year-old son, and he was not afraid of the dolphins at all; he was thrilled to swim with them.
当日ワイキキでお祭りがあり、前日に集合場所が変更になりました。しかし、VERTRAさんの丁寧なメール対応で問題なく参加できました。
現地に日本語のスタッフがいて非常にスムーズ。パーク内には魚にえさをあげるプールやインコにえさをあげるスペースもあり、送迎やアクティビティまでの時間は気にすることなく楽しめました。イルカの写真や動画はアクティビティ参加中は撮ることが難しいのでプロに撮ってもらったものを買うことになると思います。1枚30$でした。8歳の息子と参加しましたが、イルカに怖がることもなく、一緒に泳げて感動してました
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| Packages: | イルカと泳ぐ!ドルフィンスイム・アドベンチャー(~2019年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/09 |
Reviewed by: ルンルン
We participated as a family! We were anxious because we hardly speak English and my mother is not a good swimmer, but the Japanese instructor Musashi was cheerful and provided excellent support, even swimming with those who couldn't swim. We could borrow float boards for free, so there were no issues.
Of course, since we needed to swim towards the dolphins, it was better to be able to swim to see many dolphins, but even without swimming skills, we were able to see them properly this time. The dolphins were wild and not accustomed to humans, so they didn't come close. I was worried about whether we could swim together with them.
They guided us to a total of three spots, and at the last spot, we were able to see many dolphins up close, and they swam alongside us, which was truly moving. I think they were about one meter away. We were able to take videos with an underwater camera and took lots of photos!
After that, we went to a snorkeling spot while viewing power spots from the boat. The snorkeling was in a very clear area with a depth of about four meters. There, we were able to see a large sea turtle and thoroughly enjoyed it.
One thing to be careful about is that the sea is deep, so the seawater temperature is cold. Additionally, it gets even colder on the boat due to the wind. It's better to bring a bath towel or a windbreaker.
Finally, we all danced the hula, and there was an explanation that made us think about ocean environmental issues, so I felt glad to have participated in the tour.
親子で参加しました!
私たちは英語がほぼ話せないことと、母は泳ぎが得意ではないので、不安でしたが日本人のインストラクタームサシさんは明るくて、泳げない人も一緒に泳いでくれサポート万全で、浮きボードも無料で借りられて問題なかったです。
もちろん、イルカのところに人間が向かっていく必要があるので、多くのイルカに会うためには、泳げるに越したことはないですが、泳げなくても、今回はちゃんと見ることができました。
イルカは野生で人馴れしていないため寄って来るという感じではなかったです。
なので、近くで一緒に泳げるのか不安でした。
全部で3箇所のスポットを案内してくれたのですが、最後のスポットではたくさんのイルカが間近で見れて、まさに一緒に泳いでくれて、感激しました。
距離的に1メートルくらいの近さだったと思います。
水中カメラで動画も撮れたし、写真もいっぱい撮れました!
その後、船上からパワースポットなどを見ながらシュノーケリングスポットへ。
シュノーケリングも透明度の高い場所で水深4メートルほどあったと思います。そこでも大きなウミガメを見ることができて満喫できました。
注意したほうがいいのは、海が深いので、海水温度が冷たいです。そして、船上は風が吹くのでさらに冷えます。バスタオルや、ウインドブレーカーなどを持参した方が良いです。
最後にみんなでフラダンスを踊り、海の環境問題を考えさせられる説明もあって、ツアーに参加してよかったと思いました。
Aloha, Runrun-san,
Thank you very much for participating in the Private Dolphin Middle School! We are all delighted that you had the unique experience of swimming with Dolphin-sensei and Professor Turtle in Hawaii.
When you visit the Big Island, we also have tours available at Dolphin High School and Manta University, so we look forward to your next visit.
Dolphin Office, Moe
Aloha. ルンルン様
この度は私立イルカ中学にご参加下さり有難うございました!!
イルカ先生、カメ大教授と泳ぐというハワイならで体験をしていただけてスタッフ一同嬉しい限りです♬
ハワイ島にお越しの際はイルカ高等学校、マンタ大学などのツアーもございますので、またのお越しをお待ちしております。
イルカオフィス Moe
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/08 |
Reviewed by: momo
This was my first trip to Hawaii for my honeymoon. I was determined to get in the water, so I took on the activity of swimming with dolphins! The day I participated was sunny, and the waves weren't high, so I was able to see the dolphins right away on my first attempt! I saw a pod pass underneath me twice and even heard their calls, making it a satisfying experience.
I took motion sickness medication before getting on the boat, but since I tend to get seasick, I felt a bit unwell. However, once I got in the water, I forgot all about that and was completely absorbed in searching for dolphins. After the dolphins, we had a lesson with the sea turtle professor, and we went to a spot where sea turtles are known to live. In the clear water, I was lucky enough to spot five sea turtles from the rocks and took lots of photos with my underwater camera!
I didn't have the energy for the last activity, but those who were kayaking and paddle boating looked like they were having a great time without showing any signs of fatigue. Since I was able to encounter the dolphins without much trouble this time, it became a wonderful memory. If I have the chance to come back to Hawaii, I would love to participate in this activity again!
ハネムーンで初ハワイ。これは海に入らねばと意気込んでイルカと泳ぐアクティビティに挑みました!
私が参加した日は快晴で、波も高くなかったので1回目のチャレンジで即イルカ先生が見られました~!
真下に群れが通る事2回、鳴き声も聞けて満足のいくアクティビティでしたね。
船に乗る前に酔い止めを飲みましたが、自分が船酔いしやすいのもあり、多少気分が悪くなりましたが、海に入ればそんな事も忘れて無我夢中でイルカを探していました。
イルカ先生の後は、ウミガメ大教授の授業との事で、ウミガメの生息している所へ
透き通った海で、岩場から運良く5匹のウミガメがいるのを確認でき、水中カメラでバシバシ撮りました♪
私は最後のアクティビティをやる元気はありませんでしたが、カヤックやパドルボートを漕いでいる方達は疲れも見えず、楽しそうにしていましたね~
今回はそれ程苦労せずイルカと出会えた為か、すごくいい思い出になったので、またハワイにくる事があれば、こちらのアクティビティに参加したいと思います!!
Aloha Momo,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University. We hope you enjoyed your valuable time at Dolphin University during your honeymoon.
We look forward to the day we can meet you again, from all the staff and crew!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha momo様
この度は名門イルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
ハネムーンでの貴重なお時間をイルカ大学でお楽しみ頂けましたでしょうか。
是非またmomo様にお会いできる日を、スタッフ・クルー一同楽しみにしております!!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
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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: | 2018/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/15 |
Reviewed by: Hiro
I had a great time seeing dolphins and turtles with the energetic crew early in the morning! I think it's a good idea to take motion sickness medication, as you might experience seasickness. I ended up getting seasick and couldn't enjoy the slides in the second half, but my wife had a blast with the other participants. :) There are only the boat or the restroom to change back, so it might be a good idea to be prepared to head back wet.
朝早くからテンションあげあげなクルー達と楽しくイルカ、亀をみれました!
船酔い、波酔いはあると思うので酔い止めは飲んでおいた方がいいです。
自分は波酔いしてしまって後半滑り台とかで遊べなかったですが妻が他の参加者の方と謳歌していました :)
帰りの着替えする場所は船上かトイレしかないので濡れたまま帰る準備はあっても良いかもです。
Thank you for your comment. I'm very sorry to hear that you experienced seasickness, but I'm glad to know that you enjoyed your time with the dolphins and the crew. When you come back to Hawaii, please take some motion sickness medication and give it another try. We look forward to seeing you again!
書き込みありがとうございます。船酔いされてしまったようでとても残念ですが、イルカやクルー達との時間を楽しく過ごしていただけたようでよかったです。またハワイにお越しの際は、酔い止めを飲んでリベンジしてください。お待ちしております!
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Nunia T.
This trip was the first time we have ever been on a submarine and we are glad we did it as it was one of the best experiences of our lives. My boyfriend Daniel and I were booked on the Premium Seats which I definitely recommend as those windows are much larger. The staff members are very knowledgeable and always looking out for your safety. You will first board the ship that will then sail out to take you to the submarine dock. The sail is really beautiful as you get to see Waikiki and diamond head on the way. When loading into the Submarine they ensure that your safety comes first and are very careful about every little details. During the submarine tour we went as deep as 110ft and it was just wonderful. Everything is super blue and you get to see a lot of different varieties of fishes, treasures and coral reefs. Also the guide and captain are super funny so you will definitely enjoy your time.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/09 |
Reviewed by: kkkkk
I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. Also, since they can only be seen from a distance, I couldn't tell what they were. Apparently, the tail was visible. It seems like having a telephoto lens or binoculars would be a good idea. It might not be an activity you can fit into a short number of days.
酔い止めの薬の事前服用をオススメします。
あと遠くにしか見れないので小さくて私は分かりませんでした。
尻尾が見えたらしいですが。
望遠レンズ、望遠鏡もあったほうが良さそうです。
少ない日数の中で入れるアクティビティじゃないかも。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/03 |
Reviewed by: maa
I had so much fun! I was able to meet the dolphin teacher right away, and swimming together was incredibly healing. The time flew by, and I wanted to stay much longer. When I come to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate again. And Julie is the best! It was even more fun because I was with Julie. I'll request again!
楽しすぎました〜
いるか先生にすぐ会えて、一緒に泳げて、とーっても癒されました。
あっというまの時間で、もっともっと長くいたかったです。
ハワイにきたときにはまた絶対参加したいです。
そしてジュリ最高!
ジュリとだったからさらに楽しかったです。
またリクエストしまーす!
Aloha Maa,
Thank you for participating in the private Dolphin Middle School!
I hope you were thoroughly healed by Teacher Dolphin and the great nature of West Oahu. Please come back to see Teacher Dolphin and Julie again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha maa様
この度は私立イルカ中学へのご参加ありがとうございました!
イルカ先生と西オアフの大自然にばっちり癒されましたでしょうか?
是非またイルカ先生とジュリに会いに来てくださいね。
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/04 |
Reviewed by: kelly
The pickup did not arrive even after the meeting time had passed, and when I called Sea Life Park, I couldn't get through because it was outside of business hours. In the end, they arrived about 15 minutes late. The dolphins were very cute and amazing. The photos were sold for $15 each, which felt a bit expensive. Also, since the return shuttle was combined with other time slots, I ended up having about 3 hours of free time after it was over, so I took the bus home.
集合時間過ぎても迎えが来ずシーライフパーク に電話をしても営業時間外で繋がらなかった。結局15分ほど遅れて来た。イルカはとても可愛くて最高でした。写真が1枚15ドルでの販売で少し高い。また帰りの送迎がほかの時間帯の方と合わせる為、終わってから3hほど時間を持て余したのでThe busで帰宅しました。
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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: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/17 |
Reviewed by: みかん
Three years ago, I participated in Dolphin University, and I thought that if I could go to Hawaii again, I would definitely want to join.
I was moved to see many more dolphins than before. I could hear their calls, and they swam right by me. The snorkeling was better last time, and I feel like I had more photos taken then, but the main focus is the dolphins, so that's okay.
The group of three 66-year-olds was initially anxious, but once they got into the water, they were completely absorbed and having a great time.
3年前にイルカ大学に参加し、またハワイに行けたら絶対参加したいと思っていました。
前よりたくさんのイルカ達が見れて、感動しました。
鳴き声も聞けたし、すぐ近くを横切ったり、
シュノーケルは前のが良かったし、写真も前のがたくさん撮ってもらえた気がしますが、メインはイルカなのでOK
66歳の三人組も、最初は不安がっていましたが1度海にはいると、夢中で楽しんでいました。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! I'm glad to hear that your second challenge with the dolphins was a great success. Since we have many customers participating, there may be fewer photos per group during the tour compared to smaller groups due to the limited time. However, our staff will strive to overcome such issues in the future. Thank you for your valuable feedback, 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! 2度目のチャレンジ、イルカは大成功で終えられたようで何よりです。 たくさんのお客様にご参加いただいているので、限られた時間の中でのツアーでは1グループあたりの写真枚数が少人数の時よりも少なくなってしまうことがございますが、そのような問題を今後乗り越えられていけるようスタッフ一同精進してまいります。貴重なご意見をありがとうございました、MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/02 |
Reviewed by: クミちゃん
I was a bit anxious being alone, but Julie was bright and kind in her response. I had wanted to join a dolphin swimming tour for a long time, but I never had a friend to go with me. This time, I came to Hawaii alone for the first time and decided to participate without hesitation. I was worried about not being able to swim well, not having much experience with snorkeling, and not being young anymore, but my strong desire to see the dolphins helped me get through it. Thank you so much to Julie, of course, to the warm Papa, to Brandon who led us, and to Mele who took beautiful photos!
ひとりで少し不安でしたが ジュリさんが明るく優しく対応してくれました。
ずっ〜と前からイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加したかったのですが中々同行してくれる友人がいなく、今回初めてひとりでハワイに来ることになり、迷わず参加しました。
ほとんど泳げないこと、シュノーケルを使ったことがあまり無い事、そして若く無い事が不安でしたが、イルカを観たい一心で何とかなりました。
ジュリさんももちろん、暖かいパパさん、リードしてくれたブランドン、綺麗に?撮ってくれたメレさん 本当に有難うございました!
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School! We are glad to hear that even as an individual participant, you were able to create wonderful memories with the dolphin teachers and staff! Please feel free to visit us again if you have the opportunity! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! お一人のご参加でもイルカ先生たちやスタッフと楽しい思い出を作っていただけたようで幸いです! また機会がございましたら遊びにいらしてくださいね! MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/31 |
Reviewed by: ken
We participated as a couple!!
We achieved our long-held dream of swimming with dolphins!
We were able to meet them sooner than we expected, and it was moving.
Once we entered the water, we got to see a pod of dolphins up close!
However, there were many other tour guests, so our watching time was limited.
I wanted to see more, but I was very satisfied!!
In addition to dolphins, there were activities like snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding, allowing us to enjoy the unique scenery of the ocean while having fun.
The staff members were very friendly, and it was enjoyable even on the boat!
I want to participate again next time.
夫婦2人で参加!!
念願だったイルカと泳ぐを達成!
思った以上にすぐに会えて
感動しました。
いざ入水
近くでイルカの群れを見れました!
しかし、他のツアー客も多く
限られた時間でのウォチングでした。
もっと見たかったですが、
大満足でした!!
イルカ以外にも
シュノーケルやスタンドアップパドル等もあり、沖ならではの光景を楽しみながら遊べました。
スタッフの方々がとてもフレンドリーで
船上でも楽しいです!
次回も参加したいです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed the entire tour. If you have the opportunity, please come visit us again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度イルカ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! ツアー全体を通してお楽しみいただけたようで幸いです。また機会がございましたら是非遊びにいらしてください! MAHALO!!
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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: | 2018/06/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/06/05 |
Reviewed by: mcavalheiro
I had a blast with Dolphins & You, the cruise was fantastic! The crew was fun, prompt, courteous, engaging and entertaining. We saw a lot of dolphins and they were swimming right next to us. What an amazing feeling it is to be so close to such lovely creatures.
The west side coast is so beautiful, the mountains and the ocean... every where you look you makes you want to take pictures! The snorkel part was also great and for lunch we had a delicious burger.
The boat is so much fun, when they stop on the second snorkel location you also have the chance to play with the water toys, they have water slide stand-up paddle and kayaks.
Even though it might seem like the west coast is far away from Waikiki, it's totally worth the trip. This tour has free pick-up from most of Waikiki hotels and the snorkel spots are much better than the ones in Waikiki. I highly recommend this dolphin cruise to everyone!
Mahalo for your 5-Star review! As we like to say, the West side is the BEST side! We absolutely agree that snorkeling is more beautiful and exciting on the West side of Oahu, and the views of the Waianae Mountain Range make it even more of a 360-degree experience. As you noted, transportation is complementary from 10 pick-up locations in Waikiki and Ko Olina. Thank you for recommending our tour, and we'd love to host you again some time! Please check out our other tours - Nature and You or Island and You - if you're still in the area.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/06/05 |
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Thank you for your happy comments! We look forward to seeing you next time. Please come to meet the dolphins and us!
嬉しいコメントありがとうございます!是非次回もお待ちしています。イルカと私たちに会いに来てください!