Reviewed by: Mmr
I went whale watching using a wheelchair on a trip with my mother. The staff were very kind and helped us out. We were able to see the whales spouting water and swimming alongside us, and we even saw their tails twice. I was worried we might not see anything, so I was glad my mother enjoyed it.
母との旅行で車椅子を利用してのホェールウォチングでした。スタッフの方々がとても親切でお手伝いしてくださいました。
鯨は潮を吹いていたり、並行して泳いでくれているかんじでみえたり、しっぽまでも2回みれました。
みえないものかなーと思っていたので母にもよろこんでもらえてよかったです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/20 |
Reviewed by: 海好きおやじ
The staff's response was good, and the tour members were attentive and engaging, which made the children very happy. If I had to say something, both children and adults need a certain level of physical fitness, as there are currents in the open sea.
スタッフの対応が良かった、ツアーメンバーの気配り、盛り上げ方など、子供達も大喜び、あえて言うなら、子供も大人もある程度の体力は求められます、外洋で流れもあります。
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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: | 2018/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/19 |
Reviewed by: wasabi
Tours depart every hour, making it easy to adjust your schedule, and it was perfect for an activity before checking in on the day we arrived in Hawaii. The air-conditioned interior of the boat allowed us to slowly recover from the fatigue of our overnight flight. We were able to see large fish and sea turtles around the reefs and shipwrecks, which really boosted our excitement from the very first day of our trip.
1時間に1本ツアーが出ているので時間の融通が利きやすくて、ハワイ到着日のチェックイン前のアクティビティに最適でした。エアコンのしっかり効いた船内で夜行フライトの疲れがゆっくりと癒せます。
魚礁や沈船のまわりには大型魚やウミガメも見ることができて、旅の初日からテンションが上がりました。
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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: | 2018/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/17 |
Reviewed by: はるはな
It was memorable to take a walk under the sea with my partner! It was cold, so having warm drinks would have been even better.
カップルも相方と一緒に海底散歩ができるので思い出に残りました!
寒かったので暖かい飲み物があると尚よしでした。
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| Packages: | 送迎付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/05 |
Reviewed by: fuu
You don't need to be able to swim at all! With the support of the local Japanese instructor, even someone like me who can't swim was able to see and swim with the dolphins properly! I heard that this tour might be discontinued in Hawaii to protect the wild dolphins... However, if this tour is available the next time I go to Hawaii, I definitely want to do it! It was the ultimate healing experience, and I highly recommend it in Hawaii!
全く泳げなくても大丈夫!現地の日本人インストラクターさんのサポートがあるので、泳げない私でもちゃんとイルカを見れて一緒に泳ぐおことができました!
ハワイでは野生のイルカを守るためにこのツアーがなくなってしまうかも・・・との事でしたが、もしまたハワイに行ったときにこのツアーがあれば絶対やりたいツアーです!
究極の癒しの時間を過ごせてハワイ1オススメです!
Aloha!! fuu,
Thank you for participating in the private Dolphin Middle School tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! fuu様
この度は私立イルカ中学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/27 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Did the same dive with One Ocean last year and was so impressed I had to do this again. This time, the sharks were even more curious as to our presence and came up quite close to us at 4-5 feet distance on some pass bys. Got some incredible 4K video on the footage. Sophie and Kevin were very enthusiastic about their work and Sophie’s passion for researching sharks really shows, giving everyone information about what we saw in he water with specific characteristics and personalities of certain sharks that they frequently see. Thanks again to Sophie and Kevin and see you guys for the 3rd time hopefully soon!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/19 |
Reviewed by: つっち
The first day had nice weather and a pleasant cruise, but we didn't see any whales, so we tried again the next day. On that day, we suddenly spotted a spout, and then we were able to see baby whales multiple times while anchored for over an hour. However, the weather was bad, and the wind was very cold.
1日目はいいお天気で気持ちよいクルージングでしたが、クジラはまったく現れず、翌日リベンジしました。そうしたら、翌日はいきなり潮吹きが見えて、それから1時間以上停泊して何度もクジラの赤ちゃんを見ることができました。でも天気は悪くて風がとても寒かったです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/18 |
Reviewed by: たぬきち
In mid-March, there were hardly any whales. I wonder if you might see them depending on luck. It might be nice to think of the cruise as a way to see Diamond Head from the sea! If you can spot a whale, it feels like a bonus!
3月中旬と言う時期的な問題なのか、クジラはほとんどいませんでした。
運次第では観れるのかなとも思います。
クルージングで、ワイキキからダイアモンドヘッドを海から見えると思えば良いのかな!
クジラが見えればお得と思います!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy whale watching this time.
We hope you will have the opportunity to enjoy it next time.
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。
今回は鯨の観測を十分にお楽しみ頂けなかった事大変残念に思います。
次の機会にお楽しみいただければと思います。
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: | 2018/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/18 |
Reviewed by: マリア
When traveling by boat, the rocking was quite intense. I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. Even for those who usually don't get seasick, if you happen to feel unwell, you won't be able to enjoy anything, so it's safer to take it.
As for the dolphins, we were able to see them properly, and there was a large group! Since we were wearing wetsuits and life jackets, we couldn't dive, so we just watched the dolphins swimming below us. It was still an emotional experience.
We saw a small sea turtle as well. I participated in early March, but it was cold after coming up from the sea because we were moving by boat. I think it's a good idea to bring a jacket that you don't mind getting wet.
On days when dolphins are not seen, there may be an extension of time beyond the planned schedule, so it's better to keep your afternoon free.
船で移動する時は、すごく揺れが激しかったです。酔い止めを事前に飲んでおくことを、オススメします。普段酔わない方でも、万が一酔ってしまうと何も楽しめませんので、飲んでおいた方が無難だと思います。
肝心のイルカにも、ちゃんと会えました。しかも大群でした。ウエットスーツとライフジャケットを着ているため、潜れませんので、下の方でイルカが泳いでいるのを、見るという感じです。それでも感動します。
ウミガメは小さかったですが見えました。
3月の早朝に参加しましたが、海から上がったあとは、船で移動するため寒かったです。濡れてもいい上着などを持って行くと良いと思います。
イルカが見れない日は、予定よりも時間を延長する場合があるので、午後一の予定は空けておく方が良いと思います。
ALOHA, Maria
Thank you for participating in the tour. I appreciate your precise advice.
Especially during this season, even though it's winter in Hawaii, the water temperature isn't that low, but the boat can be cold after swimming.
The boat's sway varies with the weather, but it's always best to be prepared.
I'm very happy to hear that you encountered a large group of dolphins. The feeling of swimming together in the same ocean is truly mystical and moving!
I'm glad you also got to see the sea turtles. It's said that encountering sea turtles in Hawaii brings happiness.
Please take that happiness back to Japan with you.
In Kona on the Big Island, you can also enjoy Dolphin High School, swimming with manta rays at night, and sports fishing.
I look forward to the day we can meet again!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office Moe
ALOHA, マリア様
この度はツアーにご参加下さりありがとうございました。的確なアドバイス有難うございます。
特に今の季節はハワイとはいえ冬のなので水温はそれほど低くありませんが泳いだ後の船は寒いですよね。
船の揺れは天候によって毎回変わってきますが万全を期すにこしたことはないですね。
イルカ先生の大群に出会えたとのことで大変嬉しく思います。
同じ海に一緒に泳いでいる感覚は本当に神秘的で感動しますよね!
ウミガメにも会えてよかったです。ハワイではウミガメに会えると幸せになると言われています♪
ぜひその幸せを日本に持って帰ってください。
ハワイ島コナではイルカ高等学校、マンタと夜の海で泳ぐマンタ大学、そしてスポーツフィッシングもお楽しみいただけます。
またお会い出来る日を楽しみにしております!
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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/15 |
Reviewed by: 愛知県民
I wasn't able to see any dolphins. I participated with the understanding that the chances of seeing them were quite high, so I was quite disappointed. I thought we would be searching with some kind of detector, but it turns out we were looking for them with the naked eye from the boat.
However, I did get to see a sea turtle, and the ocean where we went snorkeling was beautiful.
Since we spent about three hours on the boat, I wouldn't recommend it for people who easily get seasick. In fact, there were quite a few people who ended up feeling sick.
The staff were friendly and helped to create a lively atmosphere, which was a positive aspect.
イルカには会えませんでした。
会える確立がかなり高いという認識で参加したので落胆は大きかったです。
探知機みたいなので探すと思っていましたが、船上から肉眼で探すそうです。
ただ、ウミガメには会えたし、シュノーケリングした海は綺麗でした。
3時間くらい船上で過ごすので酔い易い人にはお勧めしないです。
実際、酔ってダウンしている人が少なからずいました。
スタッフは気さくで盛り上げてくれるのでそこは良かったです。
Aloha, Aichi Prefecture residents,
Thank you for participating in the tour. We are also disappointed that you couldn't meet Dolphin Sensei. The chances of meeting are about 90%, but depending on the sea conditions, such as water temperature, the day after fireworks, or the presence of sharks, there may be days when we cannot meet. We are glad to hear that you were able to meet Professor Turtle. If you were unable to meet Dolphin Sensei, you can retry for free during middle school, so please feel free to contact us again if the opportunity arises.
Additionally, on the Big Island of Kona, you can enjoy Dolphin High School, swimming with manta rays at Manta University at night, and sports fishing.
We look forward to the day we can meet again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha, 愛知県民様
この度はツアーにご参加下さり有難うございました。
イルカ先生に会えなかったとのことで私たちも残念です。
会える確率はだいたい9割ですが、水温や花火を上げた翌日、サメがいるときなど
海の状況によって会えない日もあります、、
カメ大教授には会えたとのことで私たちも嬉しく思います。
イルカ先生に会えなかった場合、中学は無料でもう一度リトライをしていただけますので、
ぜひまた機会があればご連絡ください。
また、ハワイ島コナではイルカ高等学校、マンタと夜の海で泳ぐマンタ大学、そしてスポーツフィッシングもお楽しみいただけます。
またお会い出来る日を楽しみにしております。
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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/16 |
Reviewed by: Mike & Mel Coull
The clear blue pacific didn't disappoint. An abundance of fish and of course the stunning turtles. Capt. Rich, Michelle and Austin got us to were we needed to be safely and with a lot of fun. Genuinely nice people as well. Made us feel special on our 20th wedding anniversary. Would go on an adventure with them without hesitation. Highly recommend.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Sako
I felt like I waited quite a while before we set sail. Since it was a large ship, the view from the deck was wonderful. However, whales didn't appear for a long time, and when they finally did, it was from quite a distance. During my last trip in January, I was able to see mother and baby whales up close, so I was a bit disappointed and thought it was just bad luck this time. The cruise, with the whales not showing up, felt a bit slow, and some people were resting because they were tired. I experienced a bit of seasickness from the slow-moving ship, so I recommend that those who are prone to motion sickness take medication beforehand.
出港までに随分と待たされた印象でした。
大型船でしたので、デッキからの眺めは素晴らしいものでした。ただ、なかなか鯨が現れず、現れてもかなり遠いところからの見学となりました。前回、1月に参加した際には近い距離で親子鯨を見ることができましたので、期待外れとその時の運だと思いました。鯨がなかなか現れない中でのクルーズは、やや中弛みし疲れて休んでいる人もいらっしゃいました。ゆっくりと進む船に少々船酔いしましたので、酔い安い方は事前に薬を飲むことをオススメします。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy the whale watching this time. We hope you will have the opportunity to enjoy it on your next visit. All of our staff are looking 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。
今回は鯨の観測を十分にお楽しみ頂けなかった事大変残念に思います。
次の機会にお楽しみいただければと思います。
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: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/16 |
Reviewed by: ティノ君
I participated with my daughter. Both my daughter and I tend to get motion sickness, so we took some medication before joining. We usually do fine with regular boat rides, but we had to stop the boat and wait on the water for the whales to arrive. This is what made us feel nauseous.
All the announcements on the boat were in English.
The food seemed to be worth the price.
We were able to see a whale briefly, but I expected to see more, which is why I gave this rating.
娘と一緒に参加しました。私も娘も乗物酔いをする方なので、酔い止めを飲んで参加しました。通常の船の走行では大丈夫なのですが、クジラが来るのを待つために船を止め海上の上で待機するのです。これが、酔います。
船内の案内は全て英語です。
お料理は値段相応かしらという感じでした。
クジラは少しだけ見ることができましたが、もっと見れるんだと思っていたので、この評価となりました。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. Depending on the day, you may be able to observe active whales showcasing spectacular jumps, so please come back and challenge yourself 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ご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
日によっては豪快なジャンプをみせてくれるアクティブな鯨を観測できる事もありますので、
是非またチャレンジしにいらして下さい。
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+カルチャー体験+昼食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/16 |
Reviewed by: イルカ大好き
I was able to see more dolphins than I imagined! There were lovey-dovey dolphins and baby dolphins cuddling with their mothers. They showed us their natural behavior, which made us smile. During snorkeling, I only saw one turtle, but I got to see plenty of tropical fish! Additionally, we enjoyed the acrobatic swimming of the guides underwater. Right after we set sail, we saw many turtles from the boat, so it turned out to be an amazing experience!
想像以上に沢山のイルカ達に会えました!ラブラブなイルカやおかぁさんに甘える子供のイルカ。自然な姿を見せてくれてこちらも思わず微笑みたくなるような場面もありました。シュノーケリングではカメさんには一匹しか会えませんでしたが、熱帯魚はたくさん見れました!さらにガイドさん達の水中でのアクロバチック?な泳ぎも楽しみました。出航してすぐに船の上からカメさんには沢山会えたので、結果最高の体験になりました!
Aloha!! Dolphin Lover,
Thank you for participating in the private Dolphin Middle School tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! イルカ大好き様
この度は私立イルカ中学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
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: | 2018/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/15 |
Reviewed by: Keiko
Unfortunately, we were unable to encounter any whales during this cruise. However, the view of Hawaii from the sea was exceptional. I would definitely like to try again on a nice weather day.
残念ながら、今回のクルージングではクジラと遭遇する事は出来ませんでした。
でも、海から見るハワイの景色もまた格別でした。
またお天気のいい日に、ぜひチャレンジしてみたいと思います。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to enjoy whale watching this time. We hope you will 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。
今回は鯨の観測をお楽しみいただけなかった事、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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Donna Sue Youngblood
The boat crew and divers were friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. We definitely want to do again and bring our whole family. Experiencing close encounters with sea turtles, sea stars, and numerous species of fish was thrilling. The crew has 7 scuba scooters with a diver to assist each scooter. The divers make sure each participant is safe, feels comfortable, and points out the aquatic life while also allowing independent discovery. While waiting your turn to scooter, we had a wonderful time snorkeling on our own. The waters are clear and beautiful and allow perfect visibility. For an extra fee you can get pictures and a video of your adventure. The diver captured some of my favorite vacation pictures!
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/14 |
Reviewed by: Chris
It was amazing, encourage others to go. We saw a tail slap, fins, and a whale clear the water! Enjoyed it immensely. The captain even stayed out a little longer because we saw so many.
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/11 |
Reviewed by: polo6
On the first day I participated, no whales appeared.
After returning to the hotel, I called the tour company and participated again two days later.
During the second time, although it was quite far away, I was able to see the spouts, dorsal fins, and tail fins about 5 or 6 times. It was disappointing not to see any jumps, but I suppose it's something rare to encounter.
Both days had good weather, so I was able to spend a comfortable time. Thank you very much.
最初に参加した日にはクジラは現れませんでした。
ホテルに戻った後,催行会社に電話して(日本語),2日後にまた参加しました。
2回目には,かなり遠くの方ではありますが,潮吹きや背びれ・尾びれなど,5~6回は見ることができました。ジャンプが見れなかったのは残念でしたが,きっとなかなか出会えないのでしょうね。
2日とも天気は良かったので,快適な時間を過ごせました。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/13 |
Reviewed by: さあや
I'm really glad I participated in the tour. After departing and finishing the eco-mai, dolphins appeared, and I was able to see them. Before that, I also encountered sea turtles! Once again, dolphins showed up, and I was able to swim with them, fulfilling my dream of swimming with dolphins in the waters of Hawaii! During snorkeling, I also encountered sea turtles and sharks, and within that short time, I was able to meet many sea creatures! I enjoyed marine sports like stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking, which are not easily available in Japan, making it a fulfilling trip. I'm truly grateful to everyone at Dolphin University. Thank you for the wonderful memories!
ツアーに参加して本当に良かったです。
出発してエホマイ終了後にイルカが現れて、見ることができました。
その前にもウミガメに出会うこともできました!
再び、イルカが現れて一緒に泳ぐことができ、ハワイの海でイルカと泳ぎたいという夢が叶いました!
シュノーケリング最中も、ウミガメやサメにも遭遇し、その短時間の間で海の生き物にたくさん出会えることができました!
日本ではなかなかできないサップやカヤックなどマリンスポーツも楽しめ、充実した旅行になりました。イルカ大学のみなさんには本当に感謝してます。ステキな思い出をありがとうございます!
Aloha Sayaka,
Congratulations on your graduation from the prestigious Dolphin University.
We are very happy to have been able to help you achieve your dreams. Please feel free to visit us anytime!!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha さあや様
この度は名門イルカ大学ご卒業おめでとうございます。
さあや様の夢を叶えるお手伝いが出来たこと、大変嬉しく思っております。
またいつでも遊びに来てくださいね!!
Mahalo〜
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/07 |
Reviewed by: kabo
Seeing Honolulu from the sea was amazing, but I didn't see any whales at all. Instead, I just kept seeing airplanes.
海から見るホノルルはすごく良かったんだけど、クジラが全く見れなかったぁ。代わりに飛行機ばっかり見てた。
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: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/10 |
Reviewed by: chappie
I could clearly see the whale. It was closer to the land than I expected. However, since it was still far away, I honestly couldn't feel its immense size. Still, I thought the richness of Hawaii's marine nature was wonderful.
The lunch buffet on the boat was satisfactory.
The photo was taken through the window while I was eating, so the quality is poor, but it captures the moment the tail went under.
クジラがはっきりと見えました。思ったよりも陸地に近い場所です。ただ、離れているのでその巨大さは正直感じられませんでした。それでもハワイの海の自然の豊かさ、素晴らしいと思いました。
船内の昼食ブッフェは満足できるレベルです。
写真は、食事しながら窓ガラス越しに撮ったので画質が悪くなりましたが尻尾が沈む瞬間です。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/09 |
Reviewed by: たじまやミート
I really wanted to see it live, so I decided to try whale watching for the first time. Since this is the only season to see them, I thought it would be a great opportunity.
In the morning, we headed to the port on a large bus, where a somewhat older but impressive cruise ship was docked. Other guests from different buses boarded, and we received explanations about the whales' behavior, how to respond when we spot them, and the best locations to find them.
As we set sail, we enjoyed a leisurely cruise while gazing at Waikiki Beach and heading out to sea just past Diamond Head. It seemed like the whales appeared somewhere, but I missed them. However, I was able to see a few blows and breaches from a distance afterward.
When everyone turned in unison toward the direction of the sighting, it created a strange sense of unity, and I really enjoyed it. Whether or not you see them is a matter of luck, but even just the cruising experience was highly satisfying, and I was able to spend the morning in a pleasant and meaningful way.
どうしても生で是非見てみたいというということで、初めてホエールウォッチングに申し込んでみました。この季節しか見れないということもあり、折角ならという思いもありました。
朝、大型バスで港に向かうと少し古めですが立派なクルーズ船が停泊していました。他のバスからのお客さんも乗り込み、生態や見つけた時の対応、出没スポットなどを説明いただきました。
出航すると、横目にワイキキビーチを眺めつつダイヤモンドヘッドの少し先の沖合までゆったりクルーズが続きました。
と、どこかで出現したようでしたが、見逃してしまいました。ただその後に何度かブローとブリーチングを遠目からですが、見ることができました。
出現した時に全員が一斉にその方向に向かうのは妙な一体感があり、とても楽しめました。見れるかどうかは運次第ですが、クルージングだけでも満足度は高く、午前中の時間を心地よく有意義に過ごすことができました。
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。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/26 |
Reviewed by: あっこ
There were few Japanese participants, and the guide spoke in English, but this is truly something you shouldn't miss! After seeing the underwater scenery, entering the sea brings various deep emotions. You can enjoy watching fish, sea turtles, and sunken ships. We participated in a few other tours, but we all agreed that this was the best one in our group!
日本人の参加者は少なく英語でガイドでしたが、これはほんとに見て損はないです!海中を見たあとに海に入ると色々と感慨深い
魚や海ガメ、沈んだ船など鑑賞できます
他にもいくつかツアーを参加しましたがこれが私たちのグループでは1番よかったねと感想を言い合いました♪
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| Packages: | スタンダード・サブマリン<定員48名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/09 |
Reviewed by: モアナ
We boarded the boat and moved to the front on the second deck early after lunch. Thanks to moving early, we secured the best spot for viewing! About 30 minutes later, we spotted a spouting whale! After that, it showed up multiple times. It was swimming close to the boat, and dolphins were swimming alongside it as well. Capturing photos was challenging, so I filmed everything on video. Later, I laughed at my excited voice while watching the video (lol). It was such a wonderful experience!
船に乗り込み、昼食後早めに2階の船の先頭へ移動しました。早めに移動したおかげで探すのにベストな場所をゲットできました!
30分程経って、潮を吹く姿を発見‼︎
それからは何回も姿を見せてくれました。
船からも近いところを泳いでいて、イルカも一緒に泳いでいました。
写真はタイミングが難しいので、ずっと動画で撮影。後で動画を見て興奮する自分の声に笑いました(笑)
とっても素敵な体験でした!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/08 |
Reviewed by: chiyo
I participated in the dolphin school. Although I wasn't expecting much since there are times when you can't see the dolphins even if they say you can swim with them, I was thrilled to encounter a dolphin right at the start. It swam right beneath us, and while spinning nearby, it jumped around, which was truly moving.
I was also able to see a large sea turtle up close, almost within reach, and I was very satisfied. The staff were bright and entertaining; at times, it felt a bit strict when we were looking for dolphins, but their desire to show us the dolphins really came through.
Overall, I was extremely tired but had a lot of fun and gained a truly valuable experience. I'm really glad I participated.
イルカ中学に参加しました。イルカと泳げると言っても見れないこともあるからあまり期待はしていなかったのですが、開始早々にイルカとご対面、私たちの真下を泳いでくれて、すぐそばでクルクル回りながらジャンプしてくれて、本当に感動しました。
大きなウミガメとは本当に手が届いてしまうほどの距離で見ることができて、大満足です。
スタッフの皆さんも明るく面白く、イルカ発見の場所では少しスパルタにも感じましたが、私たちにイルカを見せてあげたいと気持ちがとても伝わりました。
全体的に凄く疲れたけど、凄く楽しく、凄く貴重な経験ができて本当に参加して良かったと思っています。
Aloha Chiyo,
Congratulations on your graduation from Dolphin Junior High School!
We are glad you had the chance to meet our friendly Dolphin teachers. There may have been a bit of a tough love approach, but we hope you felt our desire for all students to swim with the Dolphin teachers!
We look forward to the day we can meet you again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha chiyoさん
この度は私立イルカ中学ご卒業おめでとうございます!
フレンドリーなイルカ先生達にお会い頂けてよかったです。
少しスパルタな面もあったかもしれませんが、生徒の皆さん全員がイルカ先生と泳いで欲しい!
という私たちの思いを感じて頂けたなら大変嬉しく思います。
是非またchiyoさんにお会いできる日を楽しみにしております。
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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/07 |
Reviewed by: junrin
In reality, it was quite far, but I was satisfied to see the tails and dorsal fins of whales about five times. I think it's a great tour for parents and families. The interior of the boat was also clean.
実際には、すごく遠かったですが、5回くらいクジラの尾びれや背びれが見られ満足です。親子、ファミリーには良いツアーだと思います。
船内も綺麗でした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/17 |
Reviewed by: DBA
The family enjoyed it very much, the staff was helpful abd informative.. plus we got to see whales abd dolphins..
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Al and Becky
At least 25 sightings some even swam under the boat. Food was also very good, and the staff were all customer focused and friendly.
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| Packages: | 2.5 Hour Afternoon Premier Cruise with Lunch Buffet & Roast Beef Carving Station |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/12 |
Reviewed by: RISA
I went in mid-February. I was worried because the weather was bad when we set sail, but we were able to see whales! The weather improved along the way, so we also got to see Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head beautifully, which was amazing!
2月の中旬に行きました。出港した時は天気が悪く心配していたのですがちゃんとクジラを見ることが出来ました!天気も途中から良くなってきたのでワイキキビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドも綺麗に見れて最高でした!
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。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/15 |
Reviewed by: Trevor
Great adventure underwater fun. Crew were friendly and efficient . Everything supplied and even if you are not a very competent swimmer you could easily manage this activity as a fully qualified diver is in the water to assist at all times.
Ideal alternative way to get under the water if you are incapable of scuba diving. Would definitely do it again The music on the boat was from the 70's and 80's which made the trip even more enjoyable as it was what I grew up listening too
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/06 |
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ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are glad to hear that your child enjoyed it as well. There are days when you need to swim a lot to swim with wild dolphins, but we sincerely appreciate your understanding and evaluation of the tour! We look forward to your next participation. 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! お子様にもお楽しみいただけたようで幸いです。 野生のイルカと共に泳ぐにはたくさん泳がなければいけない日もございますが、それを理解した上で当ツアーを評価していただき誠にありがとうございました! またのご参加をお待ちしております。MAHALO!!