All Reviews for Marine Wildlife Encounters

I went on a honeymoon with my husband. The first time, the waves were too high, and it was canceled, but since we had a long stay, we rebooked and were able to participate the second time! During the first attempt, we were informed on the boat that it was canceled, which was disappointing. The staff tried to be considerate by throwing food from the boat, but my husband and I were whispering to each other that this wasn't what we expected and we couldn't be satisfied with that, laughing.

I often travel abroad, and I've noticed that for these kinds of optional tours, cancellations tend to be communicated at the last minute. I understand that weather and waves are natural factors, and sometimes you can only know at the last moment, but if we could be informed in advance, we could adjust our plans accordingly. I always think it would be great to know before arriving at the location to avoid wasting time.

Despite that, we had a great time because the staff at Veltra were very attentive, providing us with updates and advice, which made for a pleasant experience. The explanations were all in English, but I think you can manage by the atmosphere! The driver shared various information about the types of sharks during the bus ride, so if you can understand English, it might be enjoyable. I, on the other hand, couldn't catch much, so my husband translated for me the whole time.

Make sure to take motion sickness medication! Almost everyone else on the boat seemed to be struggling with seasickness. I took medication before and during the boat ride, so I was fine, but it really does rock a lot!

I also attached my GoPro to my wrist and took a lot of pictures! If you have an underwater camera, I recommend attaching a strap and securing it around your neck or wrist while diving.

It also depends on the driver, but the shuttle car was freezing! I think it's fine to wear a swimsuit on the way there, but please bring a simple change of clothes for the return trip! There is one restroom, but it's a small cabin-type toilet, so you can manage to change if you really try. It might be tough for those who are particular about cleanliness, but considering the freezing conditions on the way back, you can do it! It was so cold that I felt like I might catch a cold, and the drive from the North Shore to the hotel is quite long.

We saw a lot of sharks! Unfortunately, there was only one species, but seeing over ten of them was an experience I had never had before, and it was really exciting and fun!

In any case, make sure to have motion sickness medication, water, and a simple change of clothes! With just those, you'll be all set! I highly recommend this tour! Thank you so much, Veltra!

ハネムーンで主人と２人で行ってきました
１回目は波が高く中止になりましたが滞在日数が長かったので再度予約して２回目は参加できました♪１回目は船の中で今日は中止だと聞かされがっがり。。スタッフの方も気を使って船の上からエサをまいてみせてくれましたが、こんなんちゃうねん、こんなんで満足できんひんねん、と主人とこそこそつっこみまくりです笑
よく海外旅行に行きますがこのてのオプションツアーはぎりぎりになってから中止だと伝えられる傾向があるなぁと思います＾＾；天候や波などは自然のことなので本当にぎりぎりになってからでしかわからないものもあると思いますがやはり事前にわかれば予定変更の対応もできますしなんとか現地に着く前に知る事ができればいいなぁ時間ももったいないしなぁといつも思ってしまいます＾＾；それでも楽しく参加できたのはベルトラさんがご丁寧に連絡をちょこちょこくださったりアドバイスもくれたりしてとても気持ちの良い対応をしていただいたからだど思います＾＾
あとはすべて英語の説明ですが雰囲気で大丈夫だと思います笑行きのバスの中でサメの種類についてなどをドライバーさんがいろいろ伝えてくれますので英語が聞き取れる方は楽しいかもしれません＾＾私はさっぱりなので主人にずっと通訳してもらっていました笑
必ず酔い止めは必須です！私たち夫婦以外の方はほとんど船酔いでつらそうでした；；行く前と船の中でも薬を飲んで置いたので大丈夫でしたがかなり揺れます！
あと私はゴープロを手首につけてたくさん撮りました♪水中カメラなどある方はストラップをつけて首にかけるか手首に固定して潜るといいと思います＾＾
あとはドライバーさんによると思いますが送迎の車の中は極寒です笑行きは水着でもいいと思いますが帰りは簡単な着替えを持っていって着替えてください！トイレが一箇所ありますが着替えれない事はない程の小屋型のトイレなので本当に頑張って着替えてください笑潔癖の人には辛いかもしれませんが帰りの極寒のことを考えたらできます笑風邪をひきそうなほど寒くノースショアからホテルまでは割りと長い道のりなので＾＾；
自分でクーラーの温度ちょっと下げてと言えちゃいそうな勇者の方！報告お待ちしています笑

サメはたくさんみれました♪あいにく一種類しかいませんでしたが10匹以上見る経験は今までなかったのですごく興奮して楽しかったです！！
とにかく酔い止め、お水、簡単な着替え！これさえあれば完璧です！おすすめツアーです＾＾＊
ベルトラさん本当にありがとうございました

Watching the dolphins move, I participated without any expectations and was pleasantly surprised to see them swimming slowly. Moreover, since it was in shallow waters, I felt very lucky.

At the turtle spot, the turtles were hiding among the rocks on the sea floor, and I regretted not taking off my wetsuit to get in. For those who can dive deeper, I recommend wearing a rash guard or similar for warmth and definitely taking off the wetsuit.

イルカの移動を見る感じだと、期待しないで参加したら、意外にゆっくり泳いでいるのが見れ、しかも浅瀬だったので、とてもラッキーでした。
亀のポイントでは、亀が海底の岩場に隠れていたので、ウェットスーツを脱いで入れば良かったと後悔しました。深く潜れる人はラッシュなどを来て寒さ対策をして、是非ウェットスーツを脱ぐ事をお勧めします。

I was very fortunate to see a lot of dolphins, and it was a warm welcome. I also got to see sea turtles, which made me very satisfied. I would love to participate again if I have the chance.

運が良かったのかとてもたくさんのイルカを見られて大歓迎でした。ウミガメも見られて大満足です。機会があればまた参加したいです。

The underwater scooter that I had been wanting to try was amazing! (^_-)-☆ I received explanations in somewhat hesitant Japanese from the staff, and I wondered if it would be okay, but they were very kind and attentive when it came time to ride the scooter. I was truly impressed by the beautiful sea!! After getting off the scooter, I was able to snorkel, and for $30, you can download photos and videos. It gets very cold when you get back on the boat, so I recommend wearing a thick jacket, and also taking motion sickness medication. The staff worked very hard, but it would be nice if they had a few more smiles. I definitely want to participate again! (*^-^*)

是非やってみたいと思っていた水中スクーター、最高でした(^_-)-☆
スタッフの方のたどたどしい日本語で説明を受け、大丈夫かなと思いましたが、
スクーターに乗る時はちゃんと親切に対応していただきました。
とにかく美しい海に感激しました！！
スクーターから降りた後もシュノーケルが出来、３０ドル払うと写真とビデオがダウンロード
出来ます。
船から上がるととても寒いので、厚手の上着をお勧めします、それと酔い止めも～～
スタッフの方々は一生懸命に対応していらっしゃいましたが、もう少し笑顔があると
いいな～～～
又是非参加したいと思っています(*^-^*)

Without a question this is a 5 star experience. This is one of those moments in life you will never forget and will probably want to do again. The staff is very friendly and experienced and they have great respect for the ocean and its creatures. They gave us a safety briefing and explained what to expect with the sharks and what not do, first thing we heard was "keep all the negative associations with sharks at the shore, go in with an open mind".
We got to swim around Sandbar & Galapagos sharks ranging from 5-10 feet, absolutely mind blowing. Some of them were curious and came close to us! It was a little scared first, but the guide kept us safe during the whole time. While we were enjoying that magical moment another crew member took great pictures of the encounter.
Absolutely a must-do activity if you are in Hawaii. I would love to go out with the Islandview Hawaii crew again!

This is my second time participating in a tour where you can see dolphins up close! I was thrilled to see the dolphins swimming nearby again. The spam onigiri and cheese for lunch were delicious as well. If you are prone to seasickness, taking motion sickness medication is a must.

イルカを間近で見る事が出来るツアーで2回目の参加です！やはりイルカが近くを泳いでくれて感激でした。お昼のスパムおにぎり、チーズもおいしかったです。
船酔いする方は酔い止め必須です。

I participated in an underwater scooter experience with two friends. The ride lasts about 20 minutes, which is plenty of time to enjoy it. I've swum a lot in Hawaii and abroad, but that day had the most beautiful sea. The guide mentioned that the water was clear and warm, making for great conditions. Although it felt a bit chilly due to the wind in November, the water was warm, and we enjoyed the summer sun close to noon. If there's wind, the boat can sway a little, so it might be a good idea to take motion sickness medication before participating. SUP at the sandbar is also fun. You can return to Waikiki by 1 PM, making it a great way to use your morning effectively. Additionally, they take photos underwater and send them via email for $45. The pictures of me playing with the fish and the underwater scooter became wonderful memories. By the way, it's $60 if you want a video included. The equipment is clean, and the staff is friendly, so I highly recommend this company!

友人と3人で水中スクーターをやってみたくて参加しました。
乗っている時間は20分ぐらいですが十分楽しめる時間です。
ハワイや海外でたくさん泳ぎましたが、この日が一番きれいな海でした。
ガイドさんも、濁っていないし、水が暖かいからいいコンディションだと言ってました。
11月という事で風が冷たく感じましたが水は暖かく、お昼近くには常夏の太陽も満喫しました。風があると船も少し揺れるので酔い止めを飲んで参加するといいかもしれないですね。
サンドバーでのSUPも楽しいですよ。
1時にはワイキキに戻れますし、午前中を有効に使うにはおすすめです。
あと、水中で写真を撮影してくれますが、45ドルで写真をメールで送ってくれます。
魚と水中スクーターでたわむれている写真はいい思い出になりました。
ちなみに動画付きだと60ドルです。
装備も清潔ですし、スタッフも親切ですのでこの運営会社はおすすめですよ！

This was my first time, and the shuttle bus was easy to recognize with "Sea Life Park" written on it. Once we arrived at Sea Life Park, the Japanese staff provided explanations, which made me feel comfortable and allowed me to enjoy myself. I was also very satisfied with the interaction with the dolphins!

今回初めてだったのですが、お迎えのバスもシーライフパークと書かれた車でわかりやすかったし、シーライフパークについてからも日本語スタッフが説明してくれて安心して楽しめました☆
イルカとの触れあいもできて大満足です(*^-^*)

The tour was concerning because the pickup was about 20 minutes late. Once we arrived at the site, we had to wait about 20 minutes to board the boat, but we could take our time with the restrooms and such. The end time for the activity was as scheduled, so perhaps the time allocation was generous...?

Once we boarded the boat, we could see many swimming sea turtles and fish from above, which really boosted our excitement! They also gave us bread, and we could feed the fish while waiting. Water, Lay's chips, and Doritos were all-you-can-eat♪

As for the snorkeling cruise, it was cold until we got in... I had to dive in, and at that moment, it was so cold that I felt like I might have a heart attack... I couldn't take my time because there was a line, and it was panic-inducing, which was the worst. However, once we started, the underwater scenery was beautiful, and they took photos with my camera, creating wonderful memories! I got to touch many fish and even swam with a sea turtle, albeit from a distance♪

However, the waiting time on the boat was long, and by the time we returned, I was pale from seasickness and the cold... It's necessary to have motion sickness medication and, depending on the season, some light warm clothing.

ツアーは、送迎が20分くらい遅れて心配になりました。現地についても20分くらい船に乗るまでひたすら待つ時間がありましたが、トイレ等はゆっくりできました。アクティビティの終了時刻は予定通りだったので、余裕のある時間配分になっているのでしょうか・・・？
舩に乗り込んでからは、泳いでいるウミガメや魚が船の上からもたくさん見えてかなりテンションがあがります！パンもくれて、待っている間餌付けもできました。
水とレイズとドリトスは食べ放題です♪
肝心のシュノーケルクルーズですが、入るまで寒かった。。。一度潜って乗るのですが、その時に寒くて心臓発作を起こしそうでキツかったです。。。後がつまっているのでゆっくりも出来ず、パニックで最悪でした。ただ、乗り始めると海の中はとても綺麗で写真も手持ちのカメラでとってくれて、とてもいい思い出になりました！魚もたくさん触れたし、ウミガメも少し遠くですが一緒に泳げました♪
ただし、船の上での待ち時間も長く船酔いして帰るころには寒いしで青ざめていました。。。酔い止めと、時期によってはちょっとした防寒が必要です。

I participated at my mother's request. I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close, and it was very healing. This is one of my fun memories from Hawaii, thank you.

母の希望で参加しました。
イルカとウミガメを間近で見ることができて、癒されました。
ハワイの楽しい思い出の一つです、ありがとうございました。

This was a great experience, the crew was amazing and very knowledgeable!

Our whole family thoroughly enjoyed this adventure... crew and in particular the host were fabulous .... definite must do whilst in Waikiki !!!!

Pick up from hotel was great! Scooter ride was really fun and you get up close to the fish!

This was an awesome experience. I had done the shark cage before, but I never thought that I'd be able to swim with the sharks without cage. I was a bit skeptical about the safety, but once I was in the water, I didn't feel threatened at all. It was just a calm and relaxing experience, and the sharks were not interested in humans at all. The sharks we saw were mostly Sandbar Sharks and Galapagos Sharks, and they only eat fish. They were more attracted to the sound/vibration of the boat engine. So the guide instructed us to stay away from the boat, and we stayed together as a group. We only have a group of 5 with 1 guide and 1 photographer in the water, so the experience was very intimate.

I highly recommend this activity to anyone, and really observe the sharks in their environment. Forget about Shark Weeks, Jaws, etc., and go see them with their own eyes so you can cure people's misconception about these beautiful creatures.

I think it's an activity that anyone can easily enjoy underwater, even if they can't swim, since you're just sitting on a scooter. However, it states that your face won't get wet, but when getting off the scooter, you're told to get off in the water, so you end up submerged. For the 4.5 people after the first, they also had to get on the scooter from underwater, so everyone was soaked. Perhaps because there were so many people, the wait time was long, and there was no snorkeling. However, the underwater scenery was beautiful, so I think it's worth experiencing at least once.

スクーターに座っているだけなので、泳げなくても誰でも簡単に水中を楽しめるアクティビティだと思います。ですが、顔が濡れないと記載されていますが、スクーターから降りる際水中で降りろといわれるので、結果水中に潜った形になってしまいます。4.5人目以降の人たちはスクーターに乗る際も、水中から乗る形になっていたので、みんなビショビショでした。人数が多かったせいか、待ち時間が長くシュノーケリングもありませんでした。ですが水中は綺麗だったので一度体験されるといいと思います。

Unfortunately our scheduled Friday night cruise was cancelled due to rough conditions. The staff were fantastic to reschedule a daytime cruise for us on Sunday since we were leaving the next Thursday. The boat crew were very friendly, informative, safe and competent. We managed to see some green sea turtles and view the island scenery from the water. We were able to capture some wonderful photos to remind us of our visit to Oahu.

This time there was a discount campaign, so I thought it might be a bit expensive, but I decided to go ahead and make a reservation. I was very satisfied swimming while holding onto the dorsal fins of the two animals and being lifted up by having my feet pressed.

今回は割引キャンペーンだったので、少し高いかな？と思いましたが、思い切って予約しました。2頭の背びれにつかまり泳いだり、足の裏を押してもらって持ち上げてもっらったりと、大満足でした。

The submarine experience was nice. The inside of the sub was cool and comfortable. The only downside was that I was expecting to see the ocean floor teeming with fishes and corals which was not the case. Instead there were deliberately sunken ships and airplane ruins that served as artificial reefs or the ocean floor would have otherwise been bare. Didn't see any natural corals. But I guess it's not the fault of the tour though their ads were a bit overhyped and misleading with colourful fishes so you would tend to over expect. A fun and unique activity nevertheless for first timers!

The included transportation was very satisfying. The price might be a bit high, but if you're going to Hawaii, you should definitely go! It's close to Waikiki, and we had the best time with Atlantis in the morning and shopping in Waikiki in the afternoon.

送迎付きとあり、大変満足のいく内容でした。
値段は、高いかもいらないけど、せっかくハワイ行くなら絶対行くべし❗️
ワイキキからも近いし、午前中にアトランティス、午後からはワイキキでショッピングと最高のひとときでした。

The dolphins were incredibly cute. The instructor was also very kind. I was moved to be able to swim with the dolphins.

イルカがサイコーに可愛いかったです。インストラクターの方も親切でした。イルカと泳げるなんて感動しました。

I was able to swim with a large pod of dolphins! A sea turtle even came very close, which was a bit scary!

The staff worked really hard to find the dolphins, and I'm truly glad I participated!

I joined at the beginning of October, and I recommend borrowing a wetsuit. I borrowed one, so I wore a rash guard and shorts over my swimsuit on the way there and back. If you don't borrow one and go in with just a rash guard, you'll need to bring a change of clothes because the bus ride back can be cold ( •́ㅿ•̀ ). Also, if you get seasick, taking motion sickness medication is a must!

I definitely want to participate again when I visit Hawaii!

イルカの大群と一緒に泳げました！
ウミガメもすぐ近くまで来て怖かったぐらいです！

スタッフの方もとても一生懸命イルカの群れを探して下さって本当に参加して良かったです！

10月初めに参加しましたが、ウェットスーツ借りられる事をおすすめします。
私はウェットスーツを借りたので、行きに着ていたラッシュガードとショーパンを水着の上から来て帰りました。
借りずにラッシュガード等で入られる場合は着替え持って行かないと帰りのバスが寒いと思います( •́ㅿ•̀ )
あと船酔いする方は酔い止めは必須です！

またハワイを訪れた際はぜひ参加したいです！

My friend who went to Hawaii with me couldn't swim, but we both wanted to see marine life. While searching for something to do, we came across this underwater scooter! We received an explanation on the boat, then put our faces in the water and hopped onto the scooter! After that, a diver accompanied us the whole way, taking us underwater! The water was clear and visibility was excellent★ Plus, there were so many fish that seemed used to people, swimming right up to us♪ They were so cute, and we even saw a sea turtle, which made for a happy time! We just had to straddle the scooter and gently press the accelerator at our feet (^^♪ They even took videos for us! It costs 3,000 yen, but I think it's worth it! It's so beautiful★ Once our time was up, we had free time. I wanted to swim, so I swam alone, and during that time, they kindly gave me bread to attract the fish! The staff were so nice, and we had a really fun time. I'm glad my friend who couldn't swim was satisfied too!

一緒にハワイに行った友人は、泳ぐことができない友人でしたが、
海の生物に会いたい気持ちは一緒で、何かないか探していたらこの水中スクーターに出会いました！！船の上で説明を受け、海に顔をつけてぼふっと水中スクーターの中に顔を出してすくーたーに跨ります！そうしたらあとはずっと後ろにダイバーさんがついてくれて海中まで連れて行ってくれます！海の水は透明でとっても視界がクリア★しかも魚は人に慣れているのかものすごい量が寄ってきました♪すごくかわいいし、ウミガメも見れたし、幸せな時間でした！私たちはスクーターにまたがり足元のアクセルを軽く踏むだけ(^^♪動画もとってくれます！有料（３０００円）ですが、払う価値あると思います！とってもきれいなんです★自分たちの時間が終わったら、あとは自由時間です。私は泳ぎたかったので一人で泳がせてもらっていましたが、その時も魚が寄ってくるようにパンをくださいました！優しい方々でとっても楽しい時間になり、泳げない友人も満足していたようで良かったです！

I was able to see a lot of dolphins, sea turtles, and tropical fish! However, I was so focused on chasing the dolphins that I couldn't really relax with them...

たくさんのイルカやウミガメ、熱帯魚がみれました！でもイルカを追いかけるのに必死だったので、イルカに癒されるとはいきませんでしたが…

The best adventure I had it was simply awesome ..

I participated for the first time with my uncle, aunt, and my 4-year-old child. We saw a whale for the first time. My child was very moved as well. I want to participate again next time.

おじとおば、4歳の子供の4人で初めて参加しました。初めてクジラに会えました。子供もとても感動してましま。次回もまた参加したいです。

Great experience awesome photographer reasonable price !!!! It was fun tons of turtles and fish ..

It was my first time diving into the sea on a submarine, and it was interesting. Unlike birdwatching, the fish came close to the window, which was adorable. I couldn't touch them, so as a scuba diver, I found it a bit unsatisfying, but I was impressed that advanced divers could easily do shipwreck dives. The depth was displayed in feet, and from the guide's explanation, I learned that 100 ft is about 30 m. It would have been even better if they had provided a conversion table in the guidebook. The guide's explanations were entertaining, and everyone on board fell for his last joke, thinking a whale had appeared, only to find it was the bottom of the welcoming boat!

潜水艦に乗って海に潜るのは初めてなので面白かったです。
バードウオッチングと違い、魚の方から窓の外に寄ってきてくれて可愛かったです。
手に触れることができないのでスクーバダイバーの私には少し物足りなかったですが、
上級者ダイバーにしかできない沈船ダイブが、いとも簡単にできることに感動しました。
水深はフィート表示で、案内のおじさんの説明で100ftが約30mなのがわかりましたが、
ガイド本に換算表を付けてもらえると、もっと良かったです。
この案内のおじさんの説明が面白く、最後の冗談に船内のみんなが引っ掛かり
クジラが出たと思って歓声を上げたら、迎えの船の船底でしたｗｗｗｗ

It was surprising and moving when I discovered the dolphins. However, to see the dolphins, you need to swim close to them, so being able to swim to some extent is a prerequisite. I felt that with the equipment like life jackets, there was no risk of drowning.

イルカを発見した時は驚きと感動でした。　ただイルカを見るには自分で泳いで近くまで行く必要があるので、多少なり泳ぎが出来る事が前提ですね。ライフジャケットなど装備があるので溺れる事はないかと感じました。　

I was able to see fish and turtles right in front of me, but I didn't think I would get wet. However, when getting into the scooter, you have to put your face in the water, so it's better for women to be prepared to get a little wet.＾０＾

目の前で魚やカメなど見れましたが、濡れないと思ってけどスクーターに入る際には顔を水につけるので顔は濡れるので女性は少しは濡れてもいい準備をした方がいいですね＾０＾

Engaging staff explained everything thoroughly
Great adventure and an easy way to get below the surface and see the life there