All Reviews for Marine Wildlife Encounters

On the first day of this tour, we didn't see any whales at all. We were in the afternoon group, but it seems the morning group had the same experience. We just ended up enjoying a leisurely cruise.

このツアーが始まった初日だったせいか、クジラの姿は、全く見られませんでした。私たちは、昼からだったのですが、午前の部も同様だったそうです。ゆったりクルージングを楽しんだだけで終わりました。

I think it was a valuable experience. However, it is quite expensive. I believe there is also a burden on the dolphins, and the time spent riding the dolphins is only about three seconds. I wish we could enjoy it at least twice. If you're aiming for repeat customers, I think a bit more creativity is needed.

貴重な体験をしたと思います。
しかしながら、高額ですね。
イルカへの負担もあると思いますが、イルカに乗っている時間なんて３秒程度、せめて２回位楽しめればと思いました。
リピーターを狙うなら、もう少し工夫が必要なのでは？

At the beginning of the tour, I saw a glimpse of a whale's tail, but after that, nothing at all. It started to rain, which was a bit disappointing. Well, since it's nature, I guess there's nothing you can do about it.

ツアーのはじめの方で、クジラのしっぽが少し見えたのですが、その後は全く。雨も降ってきてしまい、ちょっと残念な結果でした。ま、自然相手なので、仕方ないかな、と思います。

I was able to see the whale perfectly. I'm also satisfied with the ray I created. However, I was surprised by how expensive the parking fee was.

くじらは、バッチリ会う事ができました。
レイも作成して、満足です。
ただ、ﾊﾟｰｷﾝｸﾞ代の高いこと、びっくりしました。

While the experience of directly interacting with dolphins and rays is very enjoyable, the price feels high, especially without any meals included. The park itself is not very large, so unless you participate in multiple activities, you can't spend a whole day there.

イルカやエイに直接触れるという内容自体は非常に楽しいのですが、如何せん食事も無しでこの値段は高く感じる。
園自体もあまり大きくないので、複数のアクティビティに参加しない限り丸一日は過ごせません。

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to see any whales this time, but I did get to see dolphins. There were a few people who joined alone, so it's a tour that you can easily participate in. Next time, I definitely want to see whales in person!!

残念ながら今回はクジラを見ることはできませんでしたが、イルカを見ることはできました。一人で参加の方も数名いましたし、気軽に参加できるツアーです。次回こそはクジラを生で見てみたいです！！

This is the only place where a one-and-a-half-year-old child can encounter dolphins and whales on a tour. It was amazing to see so many dolphins jumping and showcasing various tricks, something you can't experience in Japan. We had a few hours until the bus return time, but there were play equipment and shows in succession, so we never felt bored. Don't expect much from the food options.

１歳半の子どもがイルカ、クジラなどに出会えるツアーがあるのはここしかありませんでした。
あんなにたくさんのイルカたちがジャンプしたり、いろいろな技をみせてくれるのは日本では見られないくらい素晴らしかったです。
バスの帰る時間まで数時間ありましたが、遊ばせる遊具やショーが順々にあったので、持て余すことはありませんでした。
フード系は期待しないほうがいいです。

The cruising this time was blessed with good weather, and we even encountered whales off the coast of Diamond Head, making it the best event. My family who participated together was very satisfied. I understood that the limited variety of food at the buffet was acceptable given that it was on a ship. I also appreciated the somewhat hesitant Japanese explanations. After the whale encounter, there were activities on board like hula dance lessons, ukulele lessons, and lei-making experiences, ensuring that passengers were not bored, which made for a fun time.

今回のクルージングでは好天に恵まれ、またダイヤモンドヘッド沖でクジラにも遭遇でき、最高のイベントとなりました。
一緒に参加した家族も大満足です。
ビュッフェでの料理で食材の種類が限られるのも、船内でのビュッフェということで納得。
たどたどしい日本語の解説も好感が持てました。
クジラとの遭遇が終わった後も、船内ではフラダンス講習、ウクレレ講習、レイの手作り体験等、乗客が退屈しないような取組みがされており、楽しい一時でした。

This was my fourth trip to Hawaii, and I finally got to visit Hanauma Bay. The views were amazing, and snorkeling was fun. The steep path to the beach was easy to navigate with the bus included in the Alan Wong tour. On the last day, I went again and was even more impressed. I want to go to Hanauma Bay again next time.

ハワイ４回目で初めて行けたハナウマ湾。素晴らしい眺望とシュノーケルは楽しかった。海岸までの急な坂道もアランワンのツアーなら、バス付きで楽々往復できました。最終日のもう一度行ってさらに感動。次も、また、ハナウマベイに行きたいです。

The weather was nice, and I had high hopes, but unfortunately, I couldn't see it this time. I hope for the next time. The chicken tandoori was delicious.

天気もよく期待していたのですが今回は残念ながら見ることが出来ませんでした。次回に期待したいと思います。食事はチキンタンドリー美味しかったです。

I was eager to partake in the Whale Watching Cruise, my husband joined in because he knew it was something I was keen on doing. I had high hopes & admittedly was disappointed. We saw numerous 'blows' but from a great distance, two flukes & one dorsal, again pretty far away. I realize there is no guarantees ~ I guess my expectations were unrealistic & the boat could not get too close for the safety of these beautiful animals.

I found it interesting & sad that family groups on the tour often were too busy on their iPhones, Game Boys etc., to bother going on deck ~ why did you come?? Leave the electronics at home & enjoy nature!!

I participated on December 23rd. Since it was December, I thought I might not encounter any whales, but I was able to see whales several times, which was enjoyable.

12月23日に参加しました。12月なので、クジラに遭遇出来ないかも知れないと思っていましたが、何度かクジラを見ることが出来て楽しかったです。

This is my second trip to Hawaii, and my husband is joining for the third time after ten years. We enjoyed the boat ride to the submarine, and I was relieved that I didn't get seasick.

I was excited to see the rare, cute, and colorful fish, and I was amazed by the sunken aircraft and the mysteries of the ocean floor.

The audio guide was hard to hear, but I managed to catch some English. We were worried about being late for the meeting time and hurried, but in the end, we had to wait about 30 minutes. I wish they had pushed back the check-in time. However, it was so enjoyable that it made up for it. I'm sure the kids will be thrilled!

ハワイ2回目の私と10年ぶり3回目の夫と初参加です。
潜水艦までの船から楽しめ、心配だった船酔いもなくスタートできました。
珍しい魚、かわいい、カラフルな魚にわくわくし、沈んだ機体に驚いたり海底の神秘さも感じました。

オーディオガイドが聞きにくく、なんとか英語を聞き取りました。
集合時刻に遅刻しそうで2人であわてて行ったけれど、結局は30分ほど待つことに。それなら照合時刻を遅くしてほしかったですね。
でも、帳消しになるくらい楽しめました。お子さんはきっと興奮ですね

I participated at my mother's request to touch a dolphin. As mentioned in the reviews, it feels like a group of about ten people doing a conveyor-belt style interaction, but swimming with real dolphins is a unique experience that you can't have often. There was a short dolphin show for Japanese group travelers at a time not listed in the pamphlet, and we happened to see it together. In addition, we watched shows featuring dolphins, penguins, and sea lions. Photos were sold in sets of three for $40. Overall, it's a bit pricey, but I think it's worth trying at least once.

いるかに触りたい♪という母の希望で参加しました。レビューにあるように、１０人くらいのグループで流れ作業的に触る感じではありますが、やっぱり本物のいるかと一緒と泳ぐというのはあまりできない体験。パンフに無い時間帯に、日本人グループ旅行向けの短いいるかショーが有り、たまたま一緒に見させて頂きました。それ以外にもいるか、ペンギン、アシカのショーを見ました。写真は３枚セット４０ドルで売っていました。全般的にお高いですが、一度やってみる価値はあると思います。

This is a tour that you can only experience here!! The location is on the North Shore, so it’s a bit far, but I definitely recommend participating. It’s very safe and you can join with peace of mind.

I signed up for the tour without transportation and met at the location because I had a rental car to enjoy the North Shore afterward. Since you can only get to the North Shore by car, I recommend going with a rental car.

The location is at the port next to Alii Beach, where there is a sign. There’s no one around, and it can be a bit difficult to find, so I recommend arriving early.

You will travel to a cage anchored offshore on a mysterious boat called "Dangerous Boat." About eight people will enter the cage.

You can see sharks from the boat, but once you’re in the cage, several sharks measuring 3 to 5 meters swim around you. When you throw food from the boat, you can see their fierce side, which is very exciting. It lasts about 20 minutes, but it was a lot of fun.

However, please note that Japanese is not spoken. After getting off the boat, there are showers at the nearby Alii Beach, so it’s better to park your rental car at Alii Beach! If you plan to go to the North Shore, I highly recommend it.

ここでしか体験できないツアーです！！場所がノースショアなので遠いのですが是非参加されることをお勧めします。とても安全で安心して参加できます。

私は、送迎なしの現地集合で申し込みました。それは終わったあとはノースショアを楽しむ為、レンタカーを用意していたからです。ノースショアは車でないと行けないのでレンタカーで行かれたほがお勧めです。

場所は。アリイビーチの隣の港で看板が立っています。誰もいませんし、ちょっとわかりにくいので早めに行かれることをお勧めします。

”危ない号”という不思議な船で沖合に係留してあるケージまで移動します。
大体８人くらいでケージに入ります。

船の上からでもシャークの姿が見えますが、ケージの中に入ると目の前を３～５mのシャークが数匹ケージの周りを泳いでいます。船の上から餌を投入すると獰猛な一面が見れて大興奮します。２０分程度で終わりますがとても楽しかったです。

但し、日本語が通じませんのでご注意ください。船から上がったらシャワーは隣のアリイビーチにありますので、レンタカーはアリイビーチに停めたほうがいいでしょう！ノースショアに行く予定があれば是非お勧めします。

Seeing and touching dolphins up close like this is something you can't easily do in Japan! It's definitely a must-visit at least once! Although it's a bit pricey, I think it's worth booking the Royal Course. You can kiss the dolphins, hold onto the dorsal fins and swim, and the dolphins will even push you with their snouts while you swim. They keep the camera rolling the whole time, taking photos for you, and within an hour, you can purchase the photos or a DVD. If you can swim, I highly recommend this experience. You'll wear a life jacket, but you need to swim to the edge of the pool on your own, so if you can do a dog paddle, you can participate! It might be a bit difficult for those who can't swim at all.

Depending on the season, it can be cold when you get out of the pool, so I think it's a good idea to bring something to wear over your clothes.

イルカがこんなに間近で見て、触れるなんて！
日本じゃなかなかできないことですので、絶対に1度は訪れるべきです！
少し高いですが、ロイヤルコースを予約するといいと思います。
イルカとkissしたり、2頭の背びれにつかまって泳いだり、イルカが鼻の先で足裏を押してくれて、泳いだりできます。終始カメラを回しており、写真も撮ってくれて、1時間もあれば、写真やＤＶＤを購入することができます。
泳ぐことができる人であれば、是非経験したほうがよいと思います。
ライフジャケットを身につけますが、1人でプールの端まで泳いでいかないといけないので、犬かきができる人であれば、体験できます！まったく泳げない人は少し難しいかも。

季節によって、プールから上がると寒いので、羽織るものを持っていった方がよいと思います。

It was a program where we could interact with dolphins, so my husband’s parents and I participated together. This was my first time joining, and the dolphin that happened to assist us was Kekaimaru from Walfin. Since it was my first time interacting with a dolphin, I couldn't really tell the difference, but I was told that it was a bit larger than a regular dolphin. The staff were all very kind and accommodating, and I had a great time.

イルカに触れ合えるプログラムだったので、主人の両親と4人で参加しました。
今回初めての参加でしたが、たまたま対応してくれたイルカがウォルフィンのKekaimaruちゃんでした。イルカに触れ合うこと自体が初めてだったので、違いがよくわかりませんでしたが、普通のイルカよりも少し大きいとのことでした。
スタッフの方もみなさん親切に対応して頂き、とっても楽しかったです。

Can't wait to go back to do it again. The family loved it.

I used this for my honeymoon. I was moved to be able to interact with dolphins, which I had always dreamed of! I felt really glad to have participated in this precious experience that can only be done here.

新婚旅行での利用でしいた。
念願のイルカと触れ合えて感動！
ここでしか出来ない貴重な体験が出来て、参加して本当によかったと思えました。

This is my third time in Hawaii, but it was my first time riding a submarine.

First, we took a boat for about 5 to 10 minutes to reach the submarine, but even for someone like me who gets seasick easily, it was fine. There was so much to see that I didn't have time to feel sick! The beach viewed from the sea was very beautiful, and Diamond Head was truly impressive. Plus, we even saw a pod of dolphins!!! I boarded the submarine in a state of great excitement.

The guide was American, but he explained everything in very beautiful Japanese, so the audio guide was unnecessary. (He also made a lot of jokes, which were entertaining.) Of course, I was excited to see the fish and sea turtles, but I was particularly thrilled by the shipwrecks and airplanes.

I'm not sure if I will repeat this experience the next time I go to Hawaii, but I definitely recommend it to those who haven't tried it yet.

ハワイは３回目ですが、潜水艦に乗るのは今回が初めてでした。

まずは船で潜水艦まで５分～１０分ぐらい？かけて行きますが、船酔いしやすい私でも大丈夫でした。
というのも、見るものが多すぎて酔っている場合じゃない！のです。
海側から見るビーチはとても美しく、ダイアモンドヘッドも大迫力でした。
しかも、イルカの群れまで！！！
大興奮のまま潜水艦に乗り込みました。

ガイドさんはアメリカの方でしたがとても綺麗な日本語で説明してくれたので、オーディオガイドは不要でした。
（ジョークも多く、面白かったです。）
魚やウミガメはもちろんですが、私は沈没船や飛行機にわくわくしました。

次にハワイに行った時、リピートするかはわかりませんが、未体験の方には是非おすすめです。

This was my third time, but it was completely different from before and had turned into just a sightseeing experience. Ten years ago, it was truly educational, and even five years ago, although the time was shorter, it still felt educational. Each person received a certificate, and the children were very happy. With so many participants being managed in such a short time in a show space like now, the appeal is almost nonexistent. Japanese aquariums are much better.

今回で3回目でしたが、以前とは全く違って単なる観光になっていました。
10年前は本当に教育、5年前も少し時間が短くなりましたが、教育という感じで、一人一人に修了証書ももらって、子供たちも大喜びでした。
今のように、こんなに大量の参加者にさばいて、短い時間でショースペースで行うようでは、魅力はほとんどなくないです。
日本の水族館の方がよほどいいです。

We had booked Atlantis submarine adventure with Hawaii activities for the thanksgiving weekend and we were not disappointed. Right from the ease of booking to getting us to the event on time everything was as smooth as it could get. I had booked several other events through Hawaii activities including parasailing, Magic of Polynisia show and Polynesian cultural center luau and everyone of them was memorable. Had a chance to deal with one of the most professional and Courteous staff from Hawaii activities who made sure that this was our best vacation.

I think both children and adults can enjoy getting up close to and touching the dolphins. The space is just right, and you can watch the show at a leisurely pace without feeling rushed. There’s also a small playland near the center, so kids who get bored can play on the slide and other activities. It was a very satisfying tour.

間近でイルカを見れて触れるので子供から大人まで楽しめると思います。
広さもほどよく、ショーもゆっくり見れるのでバタバタすることはありませんでした。
真ん中付近に小っちゃいプレイランドもあり、飽きた子供も滑り台などで遊べるようになっています。
かなり満足の行くツアーでした。

I was disappointed with the tour. I expected to see a lot of marine life. This was not worth the price that was charged. Pictures were also very expensive. No one purchased the pictures during my tour. You may want to reconsider the pricing.

The weather was clear, and I could see well into the ocean; it looked very beautiful.

天気も晴れていて海の中がよく見えて、とてもきれいに見えました。

It was our family's first trip to Hawaii with five people. We had a very good experience, but I thought it was a bit expensive.

初めての家族5人のハワイ旅行でした。
とても良い経験が出来ました、でもちょっと値段が高い用に思います。

The level was lower than I had imagined. You might see whales, but it's better to think of it as a lucky chance if you do. Simply going out to the open sea and feeling the pleasant breeze makes it worth the price. It's also suitable for busy people since there's no need to go to the port for a pickup.

想定していたイメージよりレベルが下でした。
クジラは見えるかもしれませんが見えたらラッキーと思っていた方がいいです。
単純に外洋に出て心地よい風に当たると思えば値段的にもお得と思います。
わざわざ送迎にて港へ行く必要がないため忙しい方に向いていますね。

I thought I had signed up for a tour to swim with dolphins, but it turned out to be just a tour where you touch and kiss them. It was my mistake for not checking properly, but I was really disappointed since I just wanted to swim with them.

イルカと泳ぐツアーに申し込んだつもりだったのですが、間違えて触れたりキスするだけのツアーでした。きちんと確認しなかった私のミスですが、一緒に泳ぎたかっただけにとても残念でした。

I was skeptical about whether I could really see wild dolphins, but I was moved to see them for sure! I was asked about wearing a wetsuit, but since none of the other participants raised their hands, our group also participated without suits. However, the seawater was colder than I expected, and it was very chilly with the wind when we got back on the boat. I recommend participating with a wetsuit.

　本当に野生のイルカなんて見れるの？と、半信半疑で参加しましたが、ちゃんと見れて感動しました!!
　ウェットスーツの着用を聞かれましたが、他の参加者が誰ひとり手を挙げなかったので、我グループもスーツ無しで参加しました。が、海水も思った以上に冷たく、船に上がったときの風でとても寒かったです。ウェットスーツを着用して参加することをお勧めします。

I had to cancel dolphin watching twice in Kyushu due to typhoons, even though the probability of seeing them was over 90%. This time, I learned that in Hawaii, not only can you see them, but you can also swim with them, so I confidently signed up!

On the day of the event, we had an early morning meeting at 6 AM, but my excitement kept me awake and ready to go☆

As soon as we arrived, I put on a wetsuit ($10), hopped on the boat, and off we went! I was a bit anxious about the early start, but as soon as we reached the bay, we spotted dolphins right away! Over the course of a few hours, we encountered several dolphins, including baby dolphins♪ Other teams were there too, but the dolphins kept coming back to our group, making it hard for us to get back on the boat (laughs).

We changed locations and were able to see two sea turtles swimming. My husband said he found the sight of the turtles gliding through the water to be mystical.

Thank you for the wonderful time☆

逢える確率９０％以上の九州でイルカウォチングを２回も台風で断念。今回は常夏ハワイで見るだけでなく一緒に泳げることが出きると知り、大丈夫だと申込しました！

当日は朝も早く６時集合でしたが、ワクワクする気持ちが大きくてしっかり起きれました☆

到着するやいなやウエットスーツ（＄１０）を着て、ボートへ乗り込み、いざ出発！なんて早いスタートなんだと焦りましたが、湾にでるとすぐイルカ発見！！数時間の間に何頭もイルカや子供イルカにも逢うことが出来ました♪他のチームも来られていましたが、イルカは私たちのチームへ何回も寄ってきてくれボートに上がるに上がれない状態でした（笑）

場所を変えてウミガメは２匹も泳いている姿を見ることができました。旦那はウミガメの悠々を泳ぐ姿が神秘的に感じたと言っていました。

楽しい時間をありがとうございました☆