All Reviews for Marine Wildlife Encounters

I participated in this tour during my first visit to Hawaii.

On the day of the tour, we traveled to the port via a shared bus that stopped at various hotels in Waikiki. During the ride, we received an explanation about the tour.

It seems that the snorkeling spots vary by day, and since the dolphins are completely wild, there’s no guarantee that we will see them. Some days we might encounter around 80 dolphins, while other days we might only see about 20, or in the worst case, none at all. However, since this is nature, there's nothing we can do about it, and it can't be helped. Hearing this made me even more excited as I swayed in the bus.

Once we arrived at the port, we used the restroom, changed out of our clothes, and put on our swimsuits. At this time, they also offered wetsuit rentals, which I believe were around $20, so those who needed one could wear it. By the way, my husband and I thought we would be fine without one, but about half of the participants rented wetsuits.

When it was time to board the boat, I had imagined a somewhat larger vessel, but it felt more like a boat than a ship. Therefore, there was some rocking, so I recommend that anyone prone to motion sickness take some medication beforehand. I personally tend to get quite seasick, so I took some in advance.

After the boat set sail, we spent some time searching for dolphins in the vast ocean, but surprisingly, there were no dolphin detectors on board; we were relying solely on the captain's instincts and experience to find them! I was quite shocked and my anxiety and excitement grew.

Despite my worries, the scenery along the west coast of Oahu was incredibly mystical and beautiful. Unlike Waikiki Beach, it was very quiet and was described as a sacred place for the locals. However, since the name was unfamiliar to me, I forgot the location...

As we were swaying on the boat, the captain made a delightful announcement that there was a pod of dolphins! Everyone quickly put on their snorkeling gear and jumped into the water at the signal.

Following the guide, we proceeded and... there they were! A few dolphins were gracefully swimming at a depth of about 10 meters, and we could see them right below us! However, since we were wearing life jackets and floating on the surface, it didn’t feel like we were swimming with the dolphins. Instead, it felt like we were observing them from above, but I was still so happy to see wild dolphins!

Since dolphins are always swimming and moving, they soon swam away, and we returned to the boat to head in the direction they had gone and entered the water again.

Then, we were able to see another pod of dolphins, and this time, if we listened closely, we could hear their squeaky sounds! The guide also heard the sounds and mentioned that the dolphins were playing.

I don't know if the dolphins were calling out to us, but I felt incredibly happy to have such a precious experience!

After that, we moved by boat again and were taken to see the home of some sea turtles in the ocean. We were able to see about 10 wild sea turtles swimming leisurely up close! Sea turtles come up to the surface to breathe every few minutes, so even as we floated, we could see their faces right in front of us! As someone who loves turtles more than any other creature, I was even more excited about seeing the wild sea turtles than the dolphins!

This tour allowed us to see both wild dolphins and sea turtles, providing a truly rare and happy experience. I hope to visit again the next time I go to Hawaii.

I apologize for my clumsy writing, but I hope it serves as a reference for anyone who reads it. Thank you!

初めてのハワイで参加しました。

当日はワイキキの各ホテルを周る乗合いバスで港まで移動します。
その車内で、まずツアーの説明を受けます。

シュノーケリングするスポットは日によって違うようで、イルカも完全に野生なので、必ず会えるという確約はありませんという事でした。
日によっては80匹程のイルカに会えたり、20匹程しか会えなかったり、最悪全くいないという事もあるそうです。
でもそれも自然相手なのでどうする事もできないし、仕方がないという事でした。
私はそんな話を聞いてますますドキドキしながら、バスに揺られていました。

そして港に着くと、トイレを済ませて、着ていた服を脱ぎ、あらかじめ着用していた水着姿になります。
この時、ウェットスーツの貸し出しも行っていて、たしか20ドルだったと思いますので、必要な方はこちらも着用します。
ちなみに私たち夫婦は大丈夫だろうと思い借りませんでしたが、半数の方が借りていました。

そしていざ船に乗り込むのですが、私は勝手にちょっとした大きさのある船を想像してましたが、船というよりボートに近いかなという感じがしました。
そのためやはり揺れはありますので、乗り物酔いされる方は酔い止めを飲んで行かれる事をお勧めします。
私自身、普段から乗り物酔いが激しいタイプなので、あらかじめ飲んでいきました。

ボートが出港してしばらくの間、ひたすら広い海を進みながらイルカを探すのですが、驚く事にイルカ探知機などは装備しておらず、ただただ船長さんの感覚と経験だけで探すということでした‼︎
私はかなり驚きながらますます不安とドキドキが増していきました。

ただそんな不安を感じながらも、オアフ島西海岸沿いの景色はとても神秘的で綺麗でした。
ワイキキビーチとは違いとても静かで、地元の人達にとって神聖な場所であるというお話でした。
が、聞きなれない名前だった為、地名を忘れてしまいました、、、汗

そうこうしてボートに揺られていると、なんと船長さんからイルカの群れがいるという嬉しい発表が、、、‼︎
すぐにシュノーケリングを着けて海に入る大勢になり、合図とともに海へ飛び込みます。

そしてガイドさんの後に続いて進んで行くと、、、い、いました‼︎
数頭のイルカの群れが、水深10メートル⁇くらいのところを優雅に泳いでいて、私達の真下に見る事ができました‼︎
ただ、私達はライフジャケットを着用して水面に浮かんでいるので、水深何メートルも下にいるイルカと、一緒に泳いでいるという感覚ではなかったです。
ただイルカが群れで泳ぐ様子を私達が上から見ているというという感じでしたが、それでも野生のイルカに会えただけですごく嬉しかったです‼︎

イルカは常に泳いで移動しているので、しばらくするとみんな行ってしまい、私達も一旦ボートに戻り、イルカが進んで行った方向に先回りして、再度海へ入る事になりました。

すると、またイルカの群れを見る事ができたのですが、今度はよく耳を澄ましていると、キィキィキィ、、、というイルカの鳴き声を聞くことができました‼︎
ガイドさんも鳴き声を聞いていて、イルカが遊んでいたねと言っていました。

イルカが私達に向かって声をかけてくれたのかは分かりませんが、貴重な体験ができてすごく幸せな気持ちになりました‼︎

その後、再度ボートで移動し、海中にあるウミガメのおうちに案内してもらいました。
10匹程の野生のウミガメがゆったり泳いでいる光景をすぐ近くで見る事ができました‼︎
ウミガメは数分毎に空気を吸うために水面に上がってくるので、プカプカ浮いてる私達でも、すぐ間近で顔を見る事ができました‼︎
実は生き物の中で1番カメが好きな私は、イルカ以上に野生のウミガメに興奮しっぱなしでした‼︎

このツアーでは野生のイルカにもウミガメにも会えて、とっても貴重な幸せな体験ができました。
次回ハワイに行った際にも、また会いに行けたらなと思います。

つたない文章でしたが、少しでも読んで頂いた方の参考になれば幸いです。
ありがとうございました。

We went out to sea on a boat that can hold about 20 people, crossing rough waves. We were the only Japanese there. We were divided into three groups and entered the cage in turn. The sharks gathered due to the sound of the boat's engine, so we were able to see many of them! They are not carnivorous and are said to be a type that does not attack humans, so we could enjoy it with peace of mind. While waiting on the boat and inside the cage, it rocked quite a bit, so almost everyone got seasick. Everyone who was lively and energetic on the way out was silent and exhausted on the way back... it was a good memory (laughs). As noted in the precautions, it's definitely better to take motion sickness medication. Also, it can get cold if the wind is strong, so I think it's a good idea to bring something to wear and a bath towel to dry off quickly.

20人乗りくらいのボートで荒波をこえ沖まで出ました。
日本人は私たちだけでした。
3グループに分けられ、順番に檻に入ります。
サメはボートのエンジン音で集まってくるのでたくさん見れました！
肉食ではないので人は襲わない種類らしく、安心して楽しめました。
待っている間のボートも、檻の中も、かなり揺れるのでほぼ全員船酔いしてました。
行きはノリノリで元気だったみんなが帰りは無言でぐったり。。。いい思い出です（笑）
注意事項にもあるとおり、酔い止めは絶対飲んだ方がいいですね。
あと、風が強いと寒いので羽織るものとすぐ体をふけるようにバスタオルは持って行った方がいいと思います。

We participated as a couple. We were moved to see wild dolphins and sea turtles! In particular, we encountered a pod of dolphins, and many dolphins swam right beside us. There were also a variety of colorful fish. They provided cheese for feeding, and when we threw it, they gathered around us. The boat ride was quite bumpy. Snorkels and fins are free, but wetsuits are available for rent at a cost. You can choose the size of the fins, but you cannot choose the snorkel, so if you have a smaller face or are uncomfortable using something someone else has used, it's better to bring your own. I brought mine. If you're not a strong swimmer, you can also borrow a float. If you bring an underwater camera, you can take many wonderful photos. After getting out of the water, it can be cold, so I think it's a good idea to bring a rash guard. You'll need to change in a public restroom that isn't very clean, so it's best to bring clothes that are easy to change into.

夫婦で参加しました。野生のイルカにもウミガメにも会えて感動しました！特に、イルカは群れに出会うことができ、たくさんのイルカがすぐそばをスーッと泳いでいきました。その他にも色とりどりの魚がいました。餌用のチーズをいただけるので、それを捲くと近くに集まってきました。移動はボートでかなり揺れます。シュノーケルとフィンは無料、ウェットスーツは有料貸出になります。フィンはサイズを選べますが、シュノーケルは選べないので、女性で顔が小さい方や知らない人が口にいれたものを使用するのに抵抗がある方は持参したほうがいいです。私は自分のを持ち込みました。泳ぎの苦手な方は浮き輪も貸してもらえます。水中カメラを持っていけば素敵な写真がたくさん撮れます。水からあがった後、寒いのでラッシュガードも持ち込むといいと思います。着替えはあまり綺麗ではない公衆トイレで済ませることになりますので、簡単に着替えられる服を持っていくといいと思います。

The plan to play with dolphins was fantastic. I was worried about the water being cold after reading some comments, but it wasn't cold at all for the 11 AM plan! Plus, we got to touch the dolphins multiple times, and they seemed to enjoy it; they really like humans. After getting out of the water, we took a quick shower and then watched the show, so our swimsuits dried quickly. There was even a child around 2 years old who participated while being held. There are explanations in Japanese as well.

We wandered around the park from around 9 AM, participated in the event at 11 AM, watched the show at noon, and then took a break with some ice cream... before we knew it, it was time to head home. Of course, you get dirty from being in the pool, but a quick shower is all you need. There are changing rooms, but I think it's best to come dressed as if you're at the beach.

イルカと戯れるプラン。腰までの入水、コメントを見て水が冷たそうだと心配していたのですが…11時からのプランだったら全然寒くない！！しかもイルカに何度も何度も触ることもできて、イルカもそれを楽しんでいる、人間が好きみたい＾＾水から上がると、シャワー浴びてすぐにショーを見れば水着もすぐに乾くｗ2歳くらいの子供も抱っこされて参加してましたよ。日本語の説明もあります。

9時ごろからパーク内をうろうろ→11時イベントに参加→12時ショーを見て→アイスでも食べて休憩…としているうちに帰る時間になりました。
もちろんプールに入るので汚れます、シャワーをササッと浴びるだけです。更衣室はありますが、海辺にいるくらいのつもりの恰好で来るのがいいかと思います。

This time, I participated with my brother. I was surprised that the tour start time changed from 9:00 to 6:00 the day before, but it turned out to be better to start at 6:00 for the dolphins' sleeping schedule and the scenery of the mountains on the West Coast. At the dolphin spot, we encountered a pod of about 50 dolphins and had fun swimming with them. The sound of the dolphins was impressive. We also got to swim with turtles. Since the instructor had given us cheese beforehand, we were able to see the fish up close as they went for the bait.

There were about five turtles near their habitat, and we swam alongside them, but they seemed used to people and swam leisurely.

The travel time from Waikiki to the West Coast was about 1 hour. I think we spent about 2 hours out on the water. The instructor had prepared free motion sickness medication for us on the bus beforehand, so I was able to enjoy snorkeling without getting seasick. We arrived back in Waikiki around 11:30.

I hope to challenge myself with Dolphin University next time.

今回は、兄弟での参加となりました
前日に9:00ツアースタート予定が6:00になりびっくりしましたが、イルカの睡眠時間と西海岸の山肌の景色が6:00スタートの方が良いそうなので結果良かったです。イルカスポットでは、50頭くらいの群れと遭遇。し、一緒に泳ぐことができ楽しかったです。イルカの鳴き声が印象的でした。また、亀とも一緒に泳ぐことができました。インストラクターに事前にチーズをもらっていたので、餌に食いつく魚をまじかで見ることができました。
亀は住処付近に5匹程度おり、並走して泳ぎましたが、人慣れしているのか、のんびり泳いでいました。

ワイキキから西海岸までの所要時間は1h。海に出ていた時間は2hくらいだったと思います。事前に行きのバスでインストラクターさんに無料で酔い止め薬を準備してもらえていたので船酔いをすることもなくシュノーケルを楽しむことができました。ワイキキ到着は11:30くらいでした。

次回イルカ大学に挑戦できればと思います。

The dolphin middle school was canceled for various reasons, and we were upgraded to Dolphin University for free, so the following is a review of Dolphin University.

● Positive Points
Thank you to all the friendly staff who worked hard to support everyone until we saw the dolphins.

Although the time was short, it was great to see wild dolphins and sea turtles up close.

I was also quite happy to be able to eat Leonard's famous malasadas in Hawaii.

● Negative Points
I was very anxious because the bus was quite late for the morning pickup time. When I called the hotel front desk to confirm, I was informed that "the bus seems to have just arrived at the hotel," but the bus had not yet arrived at the pickup location, which made me even more anxious. It came a few minutes later, though...

I purchased a lot of photos, but most of them were of people I didn't know, and there weren't many photos of us, so I felt that $60 was expensive.

イルカ中学は諸事情で中止となり、イルカ大学に無料でランクアップになった為、下記はイルカ大学のレビューになります。


●良かった点
参加者全員がイルカを見るまで凄く頑張ってサポートしてくれたフレンドリーなスタッフの皆さん、ありがとうございました。

時間は短かったですが、結構近くで野生のイルカやウミガメを見ることが出来て良かったです。

ハワイで有名なレナーズのマラサダが食べられたのも結構嬉しかったです。


●悪かった点
朝のピックアップ時間にバスがかなり遅れた為、非常に不安になりました。ホテルのフロントから電話して確認したら『今、ホテルに到着したようです。』とご連絡頂いたのにピックアップ場所にまだバスは来ておらず、更に不安になりました。その後、数分後に来ましたが…

購入した写真の枚数は多かったですが知らない人の写真が大半で、あまり自分達が写っている写真がなかったのに60ドルは高いと感じました。

Since I was going to Hawaii, I wanted to have experiences that can only be done there! So I decided to participate!!

My impression of the experience is simply moving! I joined with the mindset of just wanting to see wild dolphins, but I was pleasantly surprised in a good way♡

On the morning of the event, a school bus picked us up around 6 AM near the hotel. It’s about a one-hour ride, but there was an explanation of the schedule and safety precautions on the bus, so I think it’s better to get plenty of sleep the night before since you won’t be able to nap. It also takes a lot of energy...

After arriving at the site, we immediately boarded the boat and set off! For those who want, there’s a rental of wetsuits for $10. We didn’t rent them, but it was quite cold on the boat, and it could help prevent sunburn, so it might have been a good idea to borrow one.

Within about 30 minutes of departure, we arrived at Makua Beach, a sacred place on Oahu. We received information that there were dolphins nearby!! Then, we saw countless dolphins jumping in a spot where we could clearly see them with the naked eye. We got excited, prepared ourselves, and entered the water. It was truly moving to see the dolphins playing right in front of us and to hear their sounds!! We encountered about 70-80 dolphins!!

After enjoying the dolphins thoroughly, we moved to a snorkeling spot and had fun snorkeling. This is the home of the turtles. As soon as we entered, we encountered a family of four turtles! The fish were beautiful too!

After returning to shore and changing, we took the bus back to Waikiki. We were able to return to the hotel by around noon, so we could make good use of the afternoon!

Even for us, who aren’t very good swimmers, we had a great time! I’m thinking I want to enroll in Dolphin University next!

せっかくハワイに行くのだから、ハワイでしか出来ない体験がしたい！と思い参加を決めました！！

参加した感想はとにかく感動です！野生のイルカが見れたらなーくらいの気持ちで参加しましたが、いい意味でとっても裏切られました♡

当日の朝は早く6時くらいにホテル付近までスクールバスでお迎え。
1時間ほどの移動ですが、バスの中でスケジュールの説明や安全に関する諸注意があり、寝ることが出来ないので前日はたっぷり睡眠をとって参加した方がいいと思います。体力も相当使うので、、、。

現地に到着後すぐにボートに乗り込み出発！希望者には$10でウェットスーツの貸し出しがあります。私達は借りませんでしたが、ボートの上はとても寒いのと日焼け防止にもなるので、借りてもよかったかも。

ボートが出発して30分もたたないくらいでオアフ島の聖地マクアビーチに到着。付近にイルカがいるとの情報が！！すると肉眼ではっきりわかるくらいのところで無数のイルカがジャンプしていました。興奮しながら準備をし、海に入りました。目の前をイルカたちが遊んでいたり、イルカの声が聞こえたり、本当に感動しました！！70-80頭くらいのイルカに会えました！！

充分にイルカを楽しんだ後はシュノーケルスポットへ移動し、シュノーケルを楽しみました。ここはカメのおうち。入ってすぐに4匹のカメの親子に出会えました！魚もきれいでした！

岸に戻って着替えて、またバスでワイキキへ。12時くらいにはホテルに戻れるので午後も有効活用出来ます！

泳ぎがあまり得意でない私達でもとっても楽しむことが出来ました！
次はイルカ大学に入学したいなーと思います！

My girlfriend and I decided to do this as a spur of the moment adventure and it was well worth it. The crew was very friendly and knowledgeable about the sharks we would be seeing. The boat fit 16 people so we were split into two groups of 8 that took turns going into the cage. The cage was large and was able to fit 8 people comfortably. The instant I went underwater there were three sharks just swimming right by the cage. We ended up seeing about 6-8 different sharks and it was a surreal experience. I would highly recommend this trip!

This time, we participated as a couple on our honeymoon trip to Hawaii. Since it was our first overseas trip, we had some anxiety, but once we joined, that anxiety quickly disappeared. During the welcome and snorkeling, both local guides and Japanese staff were there to guide us, so we felt safe using the services.

To our surprise, we spotted a pod of dolphins shortly after departing by boat, and with the guide's signal to go, we jumped into the water. With the call of "Look down!" we were able to see many dolphins. Watching the dolphins swim happily, even though we are not great swimmers, we had a wonderful time.

After moving to another spot, we were able to swim with colorful and cute Hawaiian fish. Just when we thought we couldn't find a sea turtle, one surfaced for air right near us, which was both surprising and delightful.

Next time, I definitely want to enroll in other schools as well. Thank you for the enjoyable time.

今回、ハワイへの新婚旅行で夫婦二人で参加させていただきました。
初めての海外旅行ということで不安な気持ちがありましたが、参加してみるとその不安もあっという間なくなりました。
お迎えやシュノーケリングでは、現地の方とともに日本人の方が終始ガイドや誘導をしていたでいたので、安心して利用させていただくことができました。

驚くことに船で出発してすぐにイルカの群れを発見することができ、誘導員さんのGOの合図で海へ飛び込み「下を見て！」の声とともに、たくさんのイルカをみることができました。イルカたちが気もち良さそうに泳ぐ姿を見ながら、泳ぎが苦手な私たち夫婦も楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。

また、ポイントを移動してからは、ハワイらしいカラフルな可愛い魚たちと泳ぐことができました。
なかなかウミガメを見つけることができないなと思っていると、ちょうど息継ぎに上がってきたウミガメが私たちのすぐ近くにいたので、驚くとともに嬉しかったです。

次回は是非、他の学校にも入学してみたいと思います。
楽しい時間をありがとうございました。

I participated with my husband and our 5-year-old child.

As soon as we left the hotel, it started to rain... Our guide, Sue, said, "It's the first rain in six months. But don't worry! This rain is a cleansing rain!" True to her words, by the time we reached the sea, the rain had stopped and the blue sky began to peek through.

However, it's definitely better to rent a wetsuit. It was cold on the boat due to the wind, and I've heard that jellyfish have been appearing lately. Everyone in our group rented wetsuits.

Once we got out to sea, we immediately saw a pod of dolphins! Moreover, they came to us without us having to chase them, swimming right below and beside us while we just floated in the water. Just before we got back on the boat, a huge school of sardines came by, allowing us to experience being surrounded by a black mass of fish. Apparently, this is not something that usually happens. We also saw about five sea turtles. It was so much fun!

Since it was our child's first time at the sea, I was a bit worried, thinking, "Will he be okay?" but he seemed to have a great time.

Above all, our guide Sue was incredibly entertaining. She provided detailed instructions because not paying attention could lead to injuries or cause the dolphins to escape, but she delivered the information with plenty of humor, which really lifted the mood.

My husband is more of an indoor person, so he didn't have high expectations for Hawaii's activities, but he said, "Let's come again! Since I don't have much stamina, let's do this again in middle school!"

We truly had a valuable experience. Thank you very much!!

《It's mentioned that it's good to bring some cash, but you should definitely have around $100 for the wetsuit rental, the photo fee of $50 (you can choose between data or CD), and tips.》

主人と５歳の子供の３人で参加しました。

ホテルを出ると雨…。ガイドのスーさんも「半年ぶりの雨です。でも大丈夫！この雨はお掃除の雨ですから！」との事。言葉通り、海へ着く頃には雨もあがって青空がのぞいてきました。

ただ、ウエットスーツはレンタルした方が絶対いいです。船の上は風もあって寒いのと、最近はクラゲがでるらしいので。私たちが参加したグループは皆レンタルしてました。

海へでると、すぐにイルカの群がいました～！しかも、おっかけなくてもイルカの方から来てくれたので、海に浮いてるだけで下や横を通ってくれました。船にあがるちょっと前にイワシの大群がやってきて、黒い群れの中に身を置くという体験もできました。普通こんなことは無いらしいです。ウミガメも５匹くらい見れました。めっちゃ楽しかったです。

５歳の子供は海へ行くのも初めてだったので「大丈夫かな？」と思っていたのですが、すごく楽しそうでした。

なんと言っても、ガイドのスーさんがとても楽しかったです。
説明を聞いていないと怪我につながったり、イルカが逃げたりするので、細かく注意が入るのですが、それもユーモアたっぷりに話してくださって場を盛り上げてくださってました。

主人はインドア派なので、あまりハワイのアクティビティに期待をしていなかったようなのですが「また来よう！！体力無いから次も中学で！」と言っているほどです。

本当に貴重な体験ができました。ありがとうございました！！


《多少の現金を持っていった方がいいと書いてありますが、ウエットスーツ代、写真代の50ドル(←データかCDを選択できる）、チップ代の合計１００ドル程はもっていった方がいいですよ》

I was so scared but it was amazing!! The staff was so funny and so great!! The boat ride alone was so beautiful!! It's a beautiful location!! So many sharks!! They were all around a us!! It was amazing! I highly recommend motion sickness aides if your not use to the boat rocking!! It was a tour I would visit again!!

I was filled with excitement as I boarded the car for my first submarine experience.

I felt thrilled even while on the boat from Ala Moana Harbor to the offshore location. When we arrived at the point, the announcement mentioned that the previous submarine was surfacing. Bubbles formed, and in no time, the submarine appeared right in front of us. Finally, it was our turn to board. Due to the steep stairs, we slowly descended backwards into the submarine.

My first impression was that, despite being a premium experience, the windows inside the submarine were quite small. Following the crew's guidance, I took my seat. The dive began, and we descended to the seabed. Since I participated in the Japanese tour, I had no trouble with the language, and the explanations were easy to understand. However, depending on the direction we were seated, the season, and the ocean currents, visibility was not very clear, which was disappointing. Given my high expectations, I felt let down.

初めての潜水艦乗船に、わくわく気分で迎えの車に乗車。

アラモアナハーバーから沖合いまでの船の中でもわくわく。
ポイントに着くと船内放送にて前の潜水艦が浮上して来るとのこと。泡が立ちアッという間に潜水艦が目の前に浮上。
やっと順番が来て乗船開始。急な階段の為、後ろ向きにてゆっくり、ゆっくり下り船内に。
第一印象は、プレミアムの割には、船内の窓が狭い。船員さんの案内に従い着席。
潜水が開始され海底へ。
日本語ツアー参加なので言葉には困らず、案内も分かりやすかったが、座る方向、季節、海流にもよるのだろうか？あまり鮮明に見えず残念。
期待が大きかった分、がっかりしてしまった。

I reunited with my daughter, who is studying abroad in Honolulu, and our family after a long time. My daughter, who had been feeling mentally weak, found healing through her interaction with dolphins, and it seems she is starting to blend in with the locals. I am grateful for this encounter!

ホノルルで留学中の娘と家族で久しぶりに合流しました。
メンタル的に弱っていた娘の心もイルカとの触れ合いで癒され、地元にも溶け込みつつあるようです。
この出会いに感謝します！

Nice time and wonderful people from start to finish.
Unique and fun experience evan for seniors such as myself. My older brother and I had a great time.

I decided to sign up for this tour right away when I planned a trip to Hawaii with my friends. I had heard that if luck wasn't on our side, we might not encounter dolphins, but swimming with my favorite dolphins has been a dream of mine for a long time, so I was filled with anticipation!

The day before, I called to inform them about the hotel and room where I was staying, and I was very relieved to speak with a Japanese woman.

Then came the long-awaited day. I received a call even before the meeting time, and I wondered what it was about. It turned out that there were few participants for Dolphin Junior High, so we were upgraded to Dolphin University for free!!! I was so happy that my friend and I were overjoyed from the morning.

After being picked up from the hotel, we rode the bus for about an hour. We then transferred to a boat to go search for dolphins. The crew members were all cheerful and funny! It was so much fun!

And then we spotted the dolphins we had been longing to see! We all jumped off the boat immediately and approached the dolphins. It seemed that our class was a lucky day that only happens once every two weeks, as a cute pod of dolphins swam close by without leaving us! Watching the dolphins swim gracefully right in front of us was truly healing and moving. I had brought an underwater camera, so I was able to capture great shots of the dolphins swimming! It was truly, truly a wonderful time. I will never forget it.

Thank you so much to everyone at Dolphin Junior High and Dolphin University!

友達とハワイに行くことになり、真っ先に申し込んだこのツアー。運が悪ければイルカに出会えない事もあると聞いていましたが、大好きなイルカと一緒に泳ぐのはずっと昔からの夢だったので期待を込めて！

前日に泊まっているホテルと部屋を連絡する為に電話しましたが、対応して下さったのが日本人の女性の方でとても安心しました。

そして待ちに待った当日。
集合時間より早く電話がかかってきたので何だろう？と思ったら、イルカ中学への参加者が少なかった為、イルカ大学に無料でアップグレードとのこと！！！嬉しすぎて朝から友人と大はしゃぎでした。

ホテルにピックアップが来てからバスに揺られること約一時間。船に乗り換えてイルカを探しにでかけます。乗組員さん達はみんな陽気で面白い方ばかり！とっても楽しいです！

そして念願のイルカを発見！
すぐにみんなで船から飛び降りて、イルカに接近します。私たちの授業は２週間に１度あるかないか位のラッキーデーだったらしく、可愛いイルカの群れがずーっと近くを離れずに泳いでくれていました！目の前で気持ち良さそうに泳ぐイルカは、本当にみていて癒されるし、感動しました。水中カメラを持っていっていたので、泳いでるイルカの姿もばっちり撮影することができました！本当に本当に、素敵な時間でした。一生忘れません。

イルカ中学、イルカ大学のみなさん
本当にありがとうございました！

The endlessly blue sky and the crystal-clear emerald sea where you can see the bottom. Swimming alongside the lively wild dolphins in such a wonderful Hawaiian sea created truly unforgettable memories. As first-time snorkelers, everything was a new experience for us, but thanks to the generous support from the staff, we were able to enjoy it safely. When we signed up, we had concerns about whether we would actually see wild dolphins and if we would feel unwell, but those worries faded away in the face of the stunning scenery and the dolphins that healed us. The staff informed us that wild dolphins live over 20 years longer than those kept in aquariums, and it made sense to me that they would thrive in such a wonderful environment. When sea turtles and tropical fish approached us without any signs of fear, it felt like we were naturally swimming as part of that ocean. There are many tours that are worth experiencing at least once in a lifetime, but I think there are not many that make you want to experience them again. If we come back to Hawaii, we would love to re-enroll in Dolphin School.

どこまでも青い空と底が見えるほど透明度の高いエメラルドの海。元気に泳ぐ野生のイルカ達とそんな素晴らしいハワイの海を一緒に泳げて、本当に最高の思い出が出来ました。シュノーケル初体験の私達は、何から何まで初めて尽くしでしたが、手厚いサポートのスタッフの皆さんのお陰で、無事に体験する事が出来ました。参加を申し込んだ時は、野生のイルカにそんなに都合よく会えるのか？体調不良にならないか？など不安もありましたが、そんな心配や不安は感じる暇もないほど素晴らしい景色とイルカ達に癒されました。スタッフの方に、野生のイルカは水族館に飼育されているイルカに比べて２０年以上長生きすると教わり、なるほどこれだけ素晴らしい環境でのびのび生きられたらそうなるなと納得でした。ウミガメや熱帯魚も人間を警戒する様子もなく、目の前まで近づいてきた時は、自分たちがその海の一員として自然と一体になって泳いでいる様な感覚でした。人生で一度でも体験すれば良いツアーはいっぱいありますが、もう一度体験したいと思えるツアーはそんなに多くないと思います。私たちはまたハワイに来たらイルカ中学に再入学したいと思います。

I went to Hawaii for my wedding and honeymoon. I decided to participate in a dolphin encounter to create lasting memories from my time in Hawaii.

Although the meeting time was early at 6:10 AM, I was able to catch a little sleep on the bus.

I was taken care of by Sue, and I had a really enjoyable time! I listened carefully to the instructions on the bus, and upon arrival, we moved to a spot on the boat where we could see dolphins. It's recommended to keep your belongings in a waterproof bag, like a plastic bag, just in case they get wet.

While there are chances you might not see dolphins, the class I participated in was very lucky, and we encountered a pod of nearly 70 dolphins multiple times, getting to see them up close! From the boat, we could also see dolphins swimming alongside us! Swimming with the dolphins (or rather, seeing them underwater) was a dream come true, and I was extremely satisfied!

Additionally, during the second hour, we were able to see sea turtles up close. It was my first experience seeing sea turtles this close.

However, since you have to swim on your own, it's best to let someone know if you're not comfortable with that.

The weather was great all day, and the water clarity was excellent! Meeting dolphins and sea turtles was the highlight of my trip!

挙式＆ハネムーンでハワイへ行きました。
ハワイでの思い出になるものを、と思いイルカ中学に参加することにしました。

朝は6時10分集合と早いですが、バスの中でも少し眠ることができます。

スーさんにお世話になりましたが、とっても楽しく過ごすことができました！
バスの中で注意事項をきちんと聞き、到着すると船でイルカの出るスポットへ移動です。
荷物は水に濡れても大丈夫なように、ビニールバッグ等に入れておくことがオススメです。

イルカに会えない等もあるようですが、参加したクラスはとっても運が良く、70頭近くのイルカの群れに何度も遭遇し、間近で見ることが出来ました！！
船上からも、並走して泳ぐイルカをみることが出来ました！！
イルカの群れと一緒に泳ぐ(実際には海中で見る)ことは夢のまた夢だったので、大満足です！！

また、二時間目にはウミガメも間近で見ることができました。
こんなにも近くでウミガメを見たのは初めての経験でした。

ただ、自力で泳ぐので、苦手なかったはきちんと申し出た方がいいです。


終日、お天気にも恵まれ、海の透明度も最高！
イルカ・ウミガメにも会えて、最高でした！

I was hoping that Sea Life Park would have a bit more content. However, I was satisfied to be able to play with the dolphins. I wish the playtime could be longer!

シーライフパークはもう少し内容が充実しているかな？と思っていました。
でも、イルカと遊べて満足です。もっと遊べる時間が長いといいのになあー！と思いました。

This was my several times visiting Hawaii, and since there was a whale watching tour available, I signed up with high expectations.

We were able to see the whales spouting water and occasionally showing their tails in a location not far from Honolulu, but there were no jumps or anything like that; it felt more like they were swimming gracefully, which lacked a bit of excitement. So, I was a bit disappointed...

However, the weather was nice, and I didn't have to worry about seasickness. Among the boats around us, the Star of Honolulu was the largest and most stylish!

Next time, I definitely want to see them jump and get my revenge!

何度目かのハワイで、ホエールウォッチングの設定がある時でしたので、期待して申込ました。
ホノルルからさほど離れていない場所で潮を吹くところや尾びれをちらっと見せたりと見ることは出来ましたが、ジャンプするとかは無く優雅に泳いでる感じで迫力に欠けたかなという事で、う～ん！少し残念・・・
でも、お天気も良く船酔いする心配もなく、周りにいた船のなかでは一番大きくてカッコイイスターオブホノルル号でした！
次回はぜひジャンプを身にリベンジしたいです。

Going to Hawaii and meeting dolphins was a completely new experience for me. When I think of Hawaii, I think of the "beautiful ocean," and I had a strong desire to see "wild dolphins" in that stunning, vast sea, so I signed up for this option.

On the way to the harbor, the guide explained the diving location and the types of dolphins we would encounter. They also briefly talked about the city and its tourist attractions. The guide was Japanese, very cheerful, straightforward, and easy to talk to.

Once we arrived at the harbor, to avoid wasting time, a lecture was held on the bus. We learned how to put on life jackets and how to signal in case of an emergency. Thanks to the prior instructions, I was able to smoothly determine what to do upon arrival at the harbor. Additionally, I was asked on the bus whether I wanted to wear a wetsuit, which I learned could also serve as a warm layer, so I decided to wear it. My husband chose not to wear one, but since the weather was nice, he didn't feel cold afterward. There were no issues with sunburn either.

Upon arriving at the harbor and boarding a small boat, there were two staff members: one was a photographer and the other was the captain, both of whom spoke a bit of Japanese and were improving their language skills day by day. After a few minutes of sailing, we reached our destination and witnessed something large jumping out of the water. Yes, it was the dolphins we were looking for.

Not just one, but dozens of dolphins were leaping and showing off their presence while waiting for us. Excited, we immediately jumped into the sea. We had an agreement to always stay close to the guide and to signal immediately if anything happened.

When we dove in, it wasn't the dolphins coming to us; we were the ones going to find them, searching desperately underwater. The guide went ahead to the location where the dolphins were and signaled us, and we swam towards them. When we got close to the guide, we could see a group of dolphins (dozens of them) swimming gracefully. It was difficult to approach them, and we could only observe from about three meters away, swimming alongside them. Some lucky individuals had dolphins come close enough to touch, reaching out their hands.

According to the guide, there are times when the dolphins swim slowly and times when they swim quickly. After all, they are wild dolphins... We had two chances to dive and meet the dolphins! During the first attempt, I could barely keep up with the guide. When we reached the area where the dolphins were, they disappeared quickly, and I couldn't see them well. After returning to the boat and moving to a different location, we had a second chance! By the second attempt, I had gotten used to swimming with the fins on my feet. I was able to reach the guide more easily, increasing the number of times I saw the dolphins and allowing me to swim with them a lot. The dolphins also swam in groups, and we could see five or six at a time. While diving nearby, I could even hear the dolphins making sounds like "kyu-kyu." I was able to swim alongside them, matching their direction, and I was extremely satisfied!

ハワイへ行くこと、イルカに会いに行くこと、全て初めての体験でした。
ハワイと言えば「きれいな海」そんなきれいな広い海で「野生のイルカ」が見てみたいと言う強い気持ちを持ちこのオプションに申し込みました。

港へ行くまでは、バスの中でガイドさんが当日潜る海の場所やイルカの種類の説明。また、市内について(観光名所)を軽く話してくださいました。ガイドさんは日本人の方で、とても明るく、サバサバしていて、とても話しやすかったです。

港に着いてからモタモタし、時間を無駄にしてしまわない為に、バスの中で、レクチャーが行われました。
ライフジャケットの付け方、緊急時に備えてのサインの出し方。事前に教えてくださったお蔭で、港に着いてまずは何をしなくてはいけないのか自分で判断することができスムーズに行動ができました。それと、バスの中でウエットスーツを着るか着ないかを聞かれ、防寒着にもなると言うのも聞いたので私は着用しました。夫の方は着用はしませんでしたが、天気も良かった為もあり、終了後も寒がることなく過ごせました。日焼けの方も問題はなかったです。

港に着き、小型船に乗ると、スタッフさんがあと２人。その方々は外人の方で、１人はカメラマンさんで、もう１人は船長さんでした。片言の日本語を話し、日に日に日本語が上手になっているそうですｗ
船を走らせること、数分後、目的の場所に着くと、何か大きな物体が飛び跳ねるのを目の当たりに。そう、目的のイルカです。
一頭だけではなく数十頭ものイルカが代わる代わる回転しながら飛び跳ね存在感をアピールして私たちを待っていました。
テンションマックスの私たちはすぐさま海へ。
ここでの約束として、常に団体行動としてガイドさんのそばから離れないこと。何かあったらすぐにサインを送ること。を守りながらイルカに会いにいきました。
潜って見ると、イルカが会いに来てくれるのではなく、私たちがイルカに会いに行くというスタンスで、必死に海の中を探し回りました。また、ガイドさんが先にイルカのいる位置まで行ってくれ、私たちに合図をし、私たちはガイドさん目がけて常に泳いでいました。
ガイドさんのそばに行くとイルカの集団(何十頭)が優雅に泳いでいるのを目にできました。近づくことは難しく３メートルぐらい離れた位置で見れて、一緒に泳ぐという形でした。運がよく自分の近くまでイルカが来てくれたという方もいて、その方は手を伸ばせば触れれる距離だったそうです。
ガイドさん曰く、ゆっくり泳いでくれる時と、スピードが早い時があるみたいです。なんせ、野生のイルカなので。。。
イルカに会いに潜れるチャンスは２回！！一回目はガイドさんについていくのがやっと。イルカのいる場所まで行ってイルカが見えたと思ったらすぐにいなくなってしまい、ゆっくり、じっくりと見えませんでした。一度船に上がり、船の位置を移動してから２回目のチャレンジ！！２回目には足についているフィンで泳ぐことにも慣れてきました。すぐにガイドさんの所にも行けるようになり、イルカを見る回数も増え、たくさん一緒に泳ぐことができました。イルカの方も常に団体行動をしており、一回につき５、６頭も見れました。近くで潜っていると、「キュ～キュ～」と言うようなイルカの鳴き声まで耳にできるように。イルカの真上でイルカの泳ぐ向きに合わせ、並走して泳ぐことができ、とってもとっても大満足でした！

I went to Hawaii for my honeymoon.

The tour instructor was very friendly, kind, and cheerful. They congratulated us, saying, "Is it your honeymoon? Congratulations!" and we were able to enjoy ourselves throughout the bus ride.

The captain and the photographer were also very bright and energetic, and we had a truly enjoyable time☆

As for the dolphins, we encountered them surprisingly quickly after boarding. It seems that the dolphins in the area we were guided to tend to swim in groups, and we were able to see nearly 20 dolphins up close! I was really happy and moved because I never expected to see so many dolphins so close.

After that, the captain steered the boat so we could swim with the dolphins again, and we were able to swim near them several times.

Not only that, but I was also able to swim with sea turtles and colorful tropical fish, which made me very satisfied☆

I highly recommend this to everyone going to Hawaii. You will surely have a wonderful experience!

I also want to participate again when I go to Hawaii. Thank you very much.

ハワイにはハネムーンで行きました。

ツアーのインストラクターの方はとても気さくで親切な、明るい方でした。
「ハネムーンですか？おめでとうございます！」とお祝いしてくださり、
バスの移動中も終始楽しく過ごすことが出来ました。

船長さん、カメラマンさんもとても明るく元気な方で本当に楽しい時間を過ごせました☆

肝心のイルカはというと、乗船してから驚くほどすぐに出会うことが出来ました。
案内していただいたエリアに生息するイルカは群れで行動する習慣があるそうで、
なんと20頭近くのイルカを間近で見ることが出来ました！
あんなに近くで、しかもあんなにたくさんのイルカに会えるとは思っていなかったので
本当に嬉しく、感激でした。

その後も、船長さんがイルカと再び泳げるよう舵を取ってくださり、何度か近くで泳ぐことが出来ました。

それだけでなく、ウミガメやカラフルな熱帯魚とも泳げて大満足です☆

ハワイに行かれる皆さんにぜひぜひお勧めしたいです。
きっと素敵な体験ができますよ！

私もまたハワイに行く際には、参加したいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

I was divided into a Japanese group and an English group, and I was able to experience it entirely in Japanese. However, I was unclear about what we were waiting for, as the start time was delayed by about 30 minutes. That was my only complaint. I think the return time is just right for families with children.

日本人グループと英語グループとに分けてくれて、日本語オンリーで体験できました。
ただ、何を待っていたのか不明ですが、始まる時間が３０分ほど遅れました。
それだけが不満でした。
帰りの時間も子連れにはちょうどいいと思います。

The stingray tank is not very deep or wide. It’s perfectly fine if you can’t swim, as life jackets and snorkel masks are provided. Although the explanation was in English, the staff provided instructions in Japanese during our visit.

When entering the pool, you should do so quietly and slowly; kicking your feet is absolutely not allowed as it scares the stingrays and fish away. You should wait in the shallow area, which is the stingrays' pathway, and you can touch the stingrays' fins, but not their bellies or backs.

The smooth and soft texture of the stingrays was very pleasant. Additionally, the experience of feeding the fish was truly moving. The instructor handed me some romaine lettuce, and as soon as I held it, the fish gathered around and started eating it with incredible enthusiasm. I could feel them poking at my fingers. Even though I was just floating and being poked by the fish, I felt very relaxed and healed. This is a tour that you can't easily experience elsewhere, so I highly recommend it.

Lockers are available for $3, but there are benches in the area accessible only to tour participants, so I think you can just leave your things there.

This time, I participated in an activity that started at 1:20 PM. I took the first Waikiki Trolley and arrived around 10 AM. I was able to see both the dolphin show and the sea lion show, which was a lot of fun. Since there is no shade for either show, it’s a good idea to bring a parasol. I changed slowly, fed the birds, and returned on the 2:50 PM trolley. The last stop on the Blue Line is Kahala Mall, where I transferred to the Green Line to return to Waikiki.

I tried Dippin' Dots for the first time at the shop. It’s a strange dessert. Definitely give it a try!

エイの水槽は深く、広くはありません。ライフジャケットとシュノーケルマスク着用の為
泳げなくても全く問題ありません。英語での説明ですが私たちの時は、スタッフの方が日本語で注意事項の説明をしてくれました。

プールに入る時はスリ足で静かに入る事・エイや魚が怖がって寄ってこなくなるのでバタ足は絶対しない事・浅瀬になっている所がエイの通り道なので、その場所で待つ事・エイのヒレに触り、お腹と背中は触らない事という内容でした。

エイの滑らかでソフトな感触は気持ちの良いものでした。
又、その後の魚へのエサやり体験が感動モノでした。
インストラクターからサニーレタスを渡されましたが、手に持った瞬間から、魚たちが集まり
凄い勢いで食べ始めました。私の指にもツンツン突く感触が、伝わりました。
ただ浮いていて、魚にツンツンされただけなのに、とてもリラックスでき、癒されました。
なかなか他では体験できないツアーなのでお勧めです。

ロッカーは３ドルですが、ツアー参加者のみ入るスペースにベンチがあるので、そこに置けば
必要無いと思います。

今回、１時２０分開始のアクティビティに参加しました。
ワイキキトロリー１便でワイキキを出発し１０時頃着きました。
イルカショーとアシカショーも見られました。アシカショーがとっても楽しかったです。
両方とも日影が無いので日傘を持っていくと良いです。ゆっくり着替えをして、鳥に餌をやり２時５０発のトロリーで帰ってきました。ブルーラインの最終停留所はカハラモールなのでここでグリーンラインに乗り換えて、ワイキキに戻りました。

売店で売られているドッピンドッツを初めて食べました。不思議なスイーツです。
是非試してみてください。

On December 30, 2013, I participated with my family of six. Whether or not we encounter whales is purely a matter of luck, so there's nothing we can do about that. What we saw were the distant spouts and the tail of a whale. Unfortunately, we couldn't have an experience that we could truly say was "seeing a whale." The weather was nice, so I comforted myself by thinking of it as a cruise. Since it was early in the morning, we opted for a breakfast plan, but given the price, I didn't have high expectations, and it turned out as expected. There was quite a bit of time before we reached the whale watching point, so it might be nice to have a light snack and drink some coffee while passing the time. There weren't too many people, so we didn't have issues seeing the whales, but it would have been great if we had encountered them. What a shame.

2013/12/30に家族6名で参加しました。くじらに巡り合えるかどうか、こればかりは運ですので仕方ありませんが、見えたのは遠～くのくじらの潮吹きとくじらの尾びれでした。
残念ながら”くじらを見た”と言える体験はできませんでした。お天気はよかったので、クルーズをしたと思って自分をなぐさめました。朝早かったので、朝食つきプランにしましたが、まあこの値段ですし期待はしていませんでしたが予想どおり。くじらのポイントまではけっこう時間があったので、軽く食べてコーヒーでも飲みながら時間をつぶすにはいいのではないでしょうか。人が多すぎてクジラがみえないとかそういうことはなかったので、くじらにさえ出会えていればよかったですね。残念。

It's best to take Premium tour if you want to see. The tour guide was very funny. We enjoued ourselves. We like how colors break down as you descend into ocean floor.

You get a quick instruction on how to get in and get out of the scooter, and they teach you important hand signals. I don't know how to swim and never been underwater so I was extremely nervous. But everyone gets their own instructor so if you're freaking out, they're right there to help you. These guys were nice and never push you past your own comfort zone. I actually freaked out going underwater so my instructor brought me back up for a minute, let me calm down and tried it again. I got to see fish and even a few sea turtles swim by it was awesome!

My main complaint is that the guy taking pictures didn't catch any of this. He didn't take pictures until AFTER the fish swam by. So majority of my pictures that I paid $45 for are just of me in the water with no fish in it. What a waste!!

Now this is a warning for those of you who get motion sickness: I took Dramamine an hour before going out to sea and let me tell you that didn't work. While waiting for other people to have their turn, the boat was moving like crazy and I got seasick. Two other people actually got sick as well.

Overall this was a fun activity and I like that they let you snorkel while waiting for others to have their turn. However, I don't recommend this activity if you are prone to motion sickness.

Tip: Bring your own underwater camera!

I signed up for this experience because my husband wanted to interact with dolphins, and it turned out to be a wonderful experience. They provided a thorough explanation in Japanese about the precautions beforehand, which allowed us to enter the pool without any anxiety. The dolphins even held our hands and gave us kisses, which was incredibly fun. After the interaction time ended, my husband continued to applaud the jumping dolphins and was very satisfied with the photos we purchased. It was clear that the staff cares for the dolphins and values Hawaii's nature, and I learned a lot from this experience, leaving me with a sense of richness.

イルカと触れ合いたいという夫の希望で申し込みましたが、とても良い経験ができました。事前に注意点等について、日本語で丁寧に説明してくれたので、不安もなくプールに入ることができました。イルカは私達おじさんやおばさんとも、手（？）をつないだり、キスしたりしてくれ、すごい楽しかったです。夫はふれあいタイムが終わった後もジャンプするイルカに拍手を送り続け、写真を購入して大満足でした。スタッフがイルカを大切に育てていることやハワイの自然を大事にしていることが伝わり、私もいろいろ学ぶことができ、豊かな気持ちになりました。

I never imagined I could spend such a long time in the sea. I was able to see a pod of 30 to 40 dolphins, and Su-san's storytelling was amazing! If you're going to swim with dolphins, definitely choose Ilchu or Ildai! Thank you very much.

あれだけしっかりと長い時間海に浸かれるなんて思ってもみませんでした。
イルカ先生の群れも30～40頭でしっかり見れたし、スーさん先生の語りが最高！！
イルカと泳ぐなら絶対にイル中、イル大ですね！！！
ありがとうございました。

I come here every year, and I am moved every time I participate!
I highly recommend it!!!
Since we leave early in the morning, it's easy to plan the schedule!!

毎年来ていますが、何回参加しても感動しますよ！
おすすめです！！！
朝早く出発するので、スケジュールも組みやすい！！

Woke up at 6:00 AM, gathered at 6:30.
It feels a bit early, but it's necessary. Waking up early is essential to meet the dolphins.

Once we boarded the bus, the morning homeroom led by the student council president, "Akao-chan," began.
The homeroom covered our upcoming plans and safety precautions for the ocean. I was sleepy, but it seemed important, so I listened seriously. (In fact, I think it's better to pay attention since it is important.)

After about an hour of driving, we arrived at the West Coast.
We quickly boarded the boat.

The boat for Dolphin Junior High was smaller than that of Dolphin University, so it swayed quite a bit.
But the scenery around us was amazing!!
Especially the legendary "???" where the Hawaiian music god IZ rests (I'm sorry, I forgot the name) was breathtaking. I wanted to land there. Is that possible?

After about 30 minutes of being rocked by the boat, we finally arrived at the dolphin point.
I jumped into the sea. The key here is to borrow a wetsuit. By the way, I jumped in wearing just swim trunks and it was extremely cold... Don't underestimate the ocean.

After a while, Akao-chan shouted, "Look down, look down!"
When I looked down as instructed, I spotted a pod of dolphins!! There were probably around 50 of them.
It was lucky to find them so quickly.
After that, friendly dolphins were playing just 5 meters away, spinning around, giving us a very precious experience.

That's all for my dolphin experience.

Personally, I also enjoyed the sea turtle observation tour.
I couldn't see any turtles because I got tired, but I encountered a giant stingray and swam alongside it.

Overall, it felt very active, so I think it's more suited for younger people.
Also, since the boat sways quite a bit, if you are prone to seasickness, it might be a good idea to take some motion sickness medication.

Thank you, Akao-chan.

朝6：00起床、6:30集合。
ちょっと早いような気がしますが、これでいいんです。
イルカに会うためには早起きが必要なんです。

バスに乗り込むと『あかおちゃん』こと生徒会会長による朝のホームルームが始まる。
ホームルームの内容は、これからのプラン及び海での注意事項。
眠いが重要そうなので真面目に聞きました。(実際重要なので真面目に聞いたほうがいいと思います)

1時間ほどの運転で西海岸に到着。
早速船に乗り込む。

イルカ中学はイルカ大学より船が小さいためかなり揺れました。
でも周りの景色は最高！！
特に伝説のハワイアンミュージックの神様IZが眠る「???」(すみません、名前忘れてしまいました)は絶景中の絶景でした。上陸したかったです。できませんかね？

船に揺られること30分、ついのイルカポイントに到着。
海に飛び込む。ここでのポイントはウェットスーツ借りること。ちなみに私は海パンいっちょで飛び込んで非常に寒い思いをしました。。海をなめたらあかん。)

しばらくするとあかおちゃんの「下見て、下見て」の掛け声。
言われた通り下を見るとイルカの群れを発見！！ざっと50匹ぐらいはいたのではないでしょうか。
こんなにも早く見つかるなんてラッキーでした。
その後も人懐こいイルカがほんの5m先でくるくる回りながら遊んでいたり、大変貴重な経験をさせて頂きました。

イルカ体験談はここまで。

個人的にはウミガメ観察ツアーもなかなか楽しかったです。
私はヘタってしまったため、ウミガメは見れませんでしたが巨大なエイに遭遇して並走ならぬ並泳しました。

全体的に非常にアクティブなので若い人向けの様な気がします。
あと、かなり船が揺れますので船酔いしそうな方は酔い止めを飲んでおくといいもしれません。

あかおちゃん、有難うございました。