All Reviews for Food & Dining Experiences

The hotel pick-up was at 6:00, so I rubbed my sleepy eyes and headed to the meeting point. They asked about the hotel location in advance, so they came close to the hotel.

The staff were very kind and high-energy! I was worried about feeling lonely since I was participating alone, but they made an effort to include me, so I didn't feel lonely at all. By the way, there were two other solo participants besides me.

As soon as we set sail, we saw a whale. However, it took a while for the dolphins to appear. Finally, we spotted them and were able to see them up close three times. Since it’s the birthing season, there were baby dolphins too.

During snorkeling, I was able to see turtles, various beautiful fish, and even rays.

On the way back, we saw two whales very close to us again.

It was full of experiences that you can't have in Japan, and I can't wait to brag about it to my family and friends when I get back.

This is definitely a tour you should join!!

Thank you so much to the crew!

ホテルには６：００のピックアップだったので、眠たい目をこすって集合場所へ。事前にホテルの場所を聞いてくれるのでホテルの近くまで来てくださいました。

スタッフのみなさんがとても親切でハイテンション！！私は一人参加だったのでさみしいかなって心配だったんですけど、輪に入れてくれようと気遣ってくださったので全然寂しくありませんでした。ちなみに一人参加の方は私以外に２人いらっしゃいました。

いざ出航してすぐにクジラがいました。だけどなかなかイルカは現れてくれません。やっと見つけて飛び込むこと３回とても近くにイルカを見ることができました。今は出産シーズンということで赤ちゃんのイルカもいました。

シュノーケリングではカメをみることができたし、いろんなきれいなさかな、そしてエイもみました。

帰りにはまたクジラがすごく近くに２頭も。

日本では経験できないことばっかりで、帰ったら家族や友達に自慢しちゃいます。

絶対参加してほしいツアーです！！

クルーのみなさん本当にありがとう

Unfortunately, I was not satisfied with this tour. Even though they said we would see sea turtles, we only saw a turtle briefly poke its head out from the boat, so we couldn't take any photos. The cruise was just a short trip around the bay. The meals were simple. The staff also left an impression of being rough around the edges. I thought $60 was too expensive for this experience.

残念ながら今回のツアーは満足できませんでした。
ウミガメに会えると言っても、船の上からちょこっと顔を出した亀をみるだけなので、写真にもとれず。
クルーズと言っても、湾の周りをちょろっとまわる程度。
食事も簡素。
スタッフもガラの悪い人たちとの印象。
これで60ドルは高すぎると思いました。

This was my first time going to Hawaii with my husband, and this time we booked activities online. The weather was nice on the day, but it was a bit chilly, and I wondered how it would go. However, the enthusiasm of the staff and the other participants made me forget the cold! The staff were very warm and friendly, and I was able to spend the whole time with a smile.

We got to see dolphins swimming, and we even encountered a whale! I had given up hope since it was still early in the season, so it was a surprise. I was so excited! It must be due to everyone's good deeds. The hamburgers for lunch were also really delicious, and the dance time was fun!

Thank you so much, Captain Ken, Avi, Kaina, and Kekoa! I would love to participate again next time with my whole family. It's snowing in Kobe. I miss the days spent in Hawaii! Staff, please take care of yourselves and give us another wonderful experience next time!

主人とハワイに行くのは初めてで　今回はネットを利用してアクてィビティーを予約させていただきました。
当日は天気はよいものの肌寒くて　どうなる事かと思いましたが、スタッフの皆さんや　参加されてる皆さんの熱気で　寒さも忘れるほどでした！！
スタッフの皆さんとても暖かくてフレンドリーで　本当に四六時中　笑顔で過ごせました☆☆
イルカが泳いでいるのも見れて、なんとクジラにも遭遇！！！！
まだ時期的に早いとあきらめていたのに　ビックリ。
すごく興奮しました！！
皆さんの日頃の行いが良いせいですね♪♪
お昼のハンバーガーもすごく美味しくて　ダンスタイムも楽しかったです！！
キャプテン、ケンさん、アヴィちゃん、カイナさん、ケコアさん　本当にありがとうございました☆☆
また次回は家族沢山で　参加させていただきたいです。
神戸は雪です。
ハワイで過ごした日々が懐かしい！！
スタッフの皆さん、お体に気をつけて　また私たちに素晴らしい体験をさせて下さいね☆☆

I participated with my mother and sister. Since it was their first time in Hawaii, I thought my sister would want to go snorkeling and my mother would enjoy the beautiful scenery, so we joined this tour. We were picked up at the Ambassador Hotel and transferred to a large bus at the Sheraton Hotel to set off! The bus was freezing cold, and my sister, who was wearing short sleeves, was feeling chilly. We arrived at the port on time. The waves were calm, and thankfully, there was no seasickness, thanks to the fun staff, and we quickly reached the turtle watching point! We saw sea turtles, but just for a moment! Their heads popped up briefly. We saw a few, but I think it would be difficult to take pictures. My mother, who expected to see the turtles up close, was a bit disappointed. Next, we went to the sandbar! We had 40 minutes there. First, we took photos! It felt very free, as everyone could do their own thing. The staff took pictures, so couples and groups could get photos together. I thought about wearing clothes, but since the water was up to my waist, I went in my swimsuit. Standing in the middle of the ocean was truly magical! Next was snorkeling. We swam along a rope to avoid disturbing the current. I think beginners should wear life jackets. They only explained how to breathe, and there was no actual practice. My sister, feeling confident since it was her second time, struggled to breathe and almost drowned, which made my mother and me burst out laughing! Snorkeling was really enjoyable, and we saw lots of small fish. I had so much fun that I wanted to do it more. On the way back, we filled our stomachs with sandwiches and warm tea, laughed at Yukiko's stories, and arrived at the port. On the bus, I fell into a deep sleep, probably from waking up early and swimming. It was a great tour that ended on time in the morning, allowing us to use our time meaningfully. However, there were really a lot of newlywed couples! If you want to snorkel a lot, a full-day tour might be better. The bus driver on the way back was a native speaker with excellent pronunciation and was somehow very high-energy! We laughed again! On the return bus, we had to raise our hands to indicate where to get off. I think the Sheraton will stop properly, but we almost missed the Ambassador stop because of the excellent pronunciation! Since we got back on the bus wet, I recommend bringing a long-sleeve cover-up and a bath towel. This tour was well-organized, and we had a meaningful time; it was truly enjoyable. It became a wonderful memory.

母と姉と3人で参加しました。母と姉は初のハワイだったのでシュノーケルがしたい姉、母には綺麗な景色を見てもらいたいと思いこちらに参加しました。アンバサダーホテルでピックアップしてもらい、シェラトンホテルで大型バスに乗り換えて出発！バスは冷房ガンガンで半袖の姉は寒がってました(^^;時間通りに港に到着。波も穏やかで心配していた船酔いもなく、楽しいスタッフのおかげであっという間にタートルウォチングポイントへ!!ウミガメは見れたけど…一瞬！顔がピョコっと出る程度。何匹かみれたけど写真に撮るのは難しいと思います(-_-;)ウミガメがガッツリ見れると思っていた母はちょっと残念がってました(^-^;次にサンドバーへ!!滞在時間は40分。まず写真撮影～♪おのおので自由にという感じです。スタッフが撮ってくれるのでカップルやグループでもみんなで写った写真が撮れます。洋服を着ていこうと思いましたが、水が腰ぐらいまであったので水着で行きました。海のど真ん中に立てるっていうのはとにかく神秘的！次にシュノーケル。海流を乱さないためにロープに沿って泳ぎます。初めての方は救命着を着た方がいいと思います。呼吸の仕方などは説明のみで実際に練習はなしです。姉は「二度目だから～♪」と調子に乗って上手く呼吸ができず溺れかけていました。これに母と私は爆笑！シュノーケルは本当に気持ちよくて、小さな魚がいっぱい見れました。楽しかったのでもっとしたかったです。帰りの船でサンドウィッチと暖かい紅茶でお腹を満たし、ユキコさんの話で爆笑し、港に到着。バスでは早起き&泳いだ疲れか爆睡でした。時間通り午前中のうちに終わるツアーで時間を有意義に使えるツアーで本当に良かったです。ただ、ほんっっとに新婚カップルばっかりでした(^_^;)シュノーケルをたくさんしたい方は1日ツアーの方がいいかもしれません。帰りのバスの運転手はまぢのネイティブで発音がめっちゃ良い英語&なぜかハイテンション!これにまた爆笑！帰りのバスは降りる所が挙手制で、シェラトンはちゃんと停まると思いますが、アンバサダーは危うく乗り過ごすところでした。なにせ発音がめっちゃ良いので(笑)帰りは濡れたままバスに乗るので、長袖の羽織りとバスタオルは持参した方がいいと思います。こちらのツアーは段取りもよく有意義な時間を過ごせ、本当に楽しかったです。いい思い出になりました。ワイ

Sandbar is a place I always wanted to visit. I was aware that the height of the water varies depending on the season and time. When I actually went, the water was about knee to waist deep. Even so, it was incredibly beautiful and felt great.

The staff were kind, and I had a lot of fun. The burgers were delicious too.

Playing beach volleyball while being submerged up to my waist was quite tough, but I was able to enjoy playing with other guests I met for the first time.

Also, if you're going during this season (winter), it can get cold when the wind blows over the water, so it's definitely a good idea to bring clothes to wear over your swimsuit and a large beach towel.

サンドバーは、一度は行ってみたかった場所。
時期や時間によって、海面の高さが違うのは承知の上。
実際に行った時は、膝上から腰ぐらいの深さだった。
それでも、実に美しくって、気持ちよかった。

スタッフの皆さんは、親切で、とっても楽しめました。
バーガーも美味しかったなぁ。

腰ぐらいまで浸かってのビーチバレーはさすがにキツかったけど、初対面の他のお客さんとも、楽しく遊べました。

あと、この時期（冬）に行くのなら、海上で風が吹くと寒いので、水着の上から着る服や、大きめのビーチ・タオルは必ず、持って行った方が良いですよ。

I signed up for the luau. At first, I made a reservation without a meal, but I reconsidered and it turned out to be a great decision. The buffet was plentiful and delicious, but the welcome drink seemed to be a Blue Hawaii style with zero alcohol. During the meal, a young couple played the ukulele and performed hula, and I felt their sincerity and dedication. They were not overly pushy, which was very refreshing.

As for the impersonation show members, there were two Elvis impersonators (one for the first half and one for the second half), as well as Lady Gaga, Elton John, and Michael Jackson. I was impressed by how well they researched and practiced their performances, showing a strong professional spirit and dedication to their work.

At the end of the show, we were able to take commemorative photos together and get autographs. Some people missed out on getting autographs, but a manager-like person in a black suit and glasses quickly went to the dressing room and brought back autographs for everyone, which made me very happy. I didn’t catch their name, but I am grateful. It was so much fun!

　ルアウつきで申し込みました。最初、食事なしで予約し、考え直して当たりでした。BUFFET式で、種類も多く、おいしかったですが、ウエルカムドリンクが、ブルーハワイ風でアルコール分はゼロだったような．．．　食事中、ウクレレで曲をかなで、フラを披露してくれた、若いふたりが一生懸命で、誠実さを感じました。客ずれしてなくてとても好感を持てました。　ものまねショーのメンバーでは、プレスリー（二人いて、前半、後半）、ガガ、エルトン・ジョン、マイケル・ジャクソン、全員よく本人達を研究し、練習を重ねプロ意識を持ち仕事してるな、頑張ってるな、と感心しました。　ショー終了時、記念写真を一緒にとれましたし、サインももらえ、もらいそこねた人もいたのですが、黒いスーツで、眼鏡をかけた、マネージャーらしき人が機転をきかせて楽屋まで行き、貰ってきてくれ、全員分のサインがそろい、とても嬉しかったです。名まえはわかりませんでしたが、感謝してます。　すごく楽しかったです！

The staff were all very cheerful, and I had a great time on the boat!

I saw a lot of dolphins, and there was even a sea turtle right next to me (laughs). The taro burger after swimming was also really delicious!!

I'm very satisfied!

とにかくスタッフの方がみんなノリが良くて、船の上がすごく楽しかったです♪

イルカもたくさん見れて、ウミガメなんてすぐ隣にいました（笑）泳ぎ終わった後の、タロイモバーガーもすごく美味しかったです!!


満足です(^O^)

Did not like the Luau food at all! Very thankful that they had great ice cream at the concession before the show

I participated because I wanted to see the sandbar with my own eyes. What I had imagined was being able to walk on the sandbar. However, there was water up to my knees, which was a bit disappointing. (The sandbars you often see are really only visible on limited days, right...?) However, the staff were very enjoyable, and the content was fulfilling, so I was very satisfied.

サンドバーをこの目で見たくて、参加しました。
私が想像してたのは、サンドバーの上を歩けることでした。
でも、ひざ下ぐらいまでの水がありちょっと残念でした。（よく見るサンドバーは、本当に見れる日が限られてるから感・・・？）
しかし、スタッフの方もとても楽しい方々で、内容も充実していてとても満足です。

After seeing the dolphins, while moving to a point where we could see sea turtles, we were stopped in the water due to engine trouble. We returned to port safely on the one boat that was functioning. The hula dance lesson, the staff's planned dance on the boat, and the BBQ lunch (which had been cooked on the boat but was cold) were held at a park instead.

It seemed to be an unexpected trouble, but the staff were smiling, kind, and fun, which made me forget that we hardly got to do any snorkeling or experiences like kayak surfing or paddle surfing.

However, what was disappointing was the company's response. Despite the schedule changes due to the boat trouble, the apology was simply a discount on the DVD (which could be purchased by those who wanted it) from 8,000 yen to 3,000 yen. At that moment, everyone was tired from seasickness and agreed to it, but considering that some might not want to purchase it, I found it strange.

It was truly disappointing, especially since all the staff were great. Among the group, I was the only one participating for the second time, and knowing how much fun I had the first time made me feel sorry for my friends who joined me this time. Even though it was an unexpected trouble, I believe such situations could happen again in the future, and I hope they will consider a proper response.

I appreciate the participants and the staff for their efforts. Thank you very much.

イルカを見たあとに、ウミガメのみれるポイントに移動中、
エンジンのトラブルで、海の上で足止め、
二つのうち一つ無事なほうで、帰港しました。
フラダンスレッスン、船上で予定していたスタッフのダンス、BBQランチ（船で焼かれたものを持ってきてあり、冷えてました）は公園で行われました。
予想外のトラブルだったようですが、スタッフの方たちは、笑顔で優しく楽しく、結局シュノーケリングがほとんどできなかったこと、カヤックサーフィンやパドルサーフィンなどの体験もできなかったことを忘れさせてくれる気がしました。

ただ、残念なのが、会社の対応です。船のトラブルで、スケジュールに変更があったにもかかわらず、お詫びが『（希望者のみ購入する）DVD8000円を3000円に割引します』といったものでした。その場では、皆船酔いなどの疲れもあり、了承しましたが、購入しない場合もあることを考えるとおかしいと思います。

スタッフの方たちが、全員よい方だっただけに本当に残念です。グループで参加の中、私だけ二回目参加で、一回目とても楽しかったことを知っていただけに一緒に参加した友人にも申し訳ない気持ちになりました。
予想外のトラブルとはいっても、今後もあり得ることだと思いますし、キチンとした対応を考えていただきたいと思います。

参加者のかたたち、スタッフのみなさんの対応には感謝いたします。ありがとうございました。

We took a dinner cruise on the last night to celebrate my parents' 60th birthday and wedding anniversary.

First, we were welcomed with a welcome drink, ukulele music, and hula dancing as we boarded the ship. The staff's service was excellent, and there were staff members who spoke Japanese.

During the vow renewal, the captain acted as the officiant, offering congratulatory words and reciting the vows of love. We brought leis in advance and exchanged them with my parents. It was a wonderful experience to reaffirm their love and support for each other.

After us, a young foreign couple also had a vow renewal ceremony. Following that, we enjoyed champagne while taking photos with the captain and our family. The sunset was incredibly romantic.

The food was average, but the champagne included in the package, as well as the cocktails and non-alcoholic cocktails available with coupons, were very Hawaiian and delicious. The jazz performance was lovely as well.

It might be a good idea to take something for motion sickness. We used a limousine for transportation. Since we don't usually ride in limousines in Japan, it was a great experience.

Although the price is a bit high, it was perfect for the celebration, and my parents were very happy.

両親の還暦祝いと結婚記念日祝いの為、最終日の夜にディナークルーズを利用させていただきました。
まずウェルカムドリンクとウクレレ、フラダンスに迎えられ、船に乗り込みます。
スタッフのサービスも良かったです。日本語が出来るスタッフもいました。
バウリニューアルでは、キャプテンが結婚式の神父様の役割をしてくださり、お祝いの言葉と、愛の誓いを言ってくれます。
レイは事前に用意して行き、両親に交換してもらいました。これからも愛し合い、助け合って行くことを再認識できるので、とても良かったと思います。
私たちの後に、若い外国の方がバウリニューアルしていました。
その後シャンパンを飲みながらキャプテンと家族で写真を撮ってもらえます。
サンセットはとてもロマンチックでした。
料理は普通でしたが、パックについていたシャンパンや、クーポンで飲むことが出来るカクテル、ノンアルコールカクテルがハワイらしく、味もとても美味しかったです。
ジャズ演奏もステキでした。
乗り物酔いは飲んだほうが良いかもしれません。
送迎はリムジンを利用しました。日本では乗ることがないので、良い体験ができました。
少し料金は高くなりますが、お祝いにはぴったりです。両親にとても喜んでもらえました。

We participated as a couple. Unfortunately, it was a cloudy day with some wind, which made it a bit chilly, but we were healed by the beautiful colors of the sea and sky in Kailua. The distance we kayaked was just right for beginners and was enjoyable. The pizza we had for lunch was delicious. The staff were all very good at Japanese, making it a great recommendation for beginners.

カップルで参加しました。あいにくの曇り空と風で、少々肌寒かったのですが、カイルアの美しい海の色と空で癒されました。カヤックに乗って行く距離も、初心者には丁度良い距離で楽しかったです。昼食で食べたピザが美味しかったです。スタッフの方、みなさん日本語がお上手で初心者の方にオススメですよ。

I had seen a hula dance show in Guam before. I wondered if it would be similar, but since I was in Hawaii, I decided to watch it there as well. Even though the type of dance was the same, it was truly amazing no matter how many times I saw it!!! I got to see a lot of different types of dances, and the fire dance was absolutely captivating!!! It was so incredible that I still can't forget it and I want to see it again☆ The women were beautiful, and the men were strong♪ It was a lot of fun!!!

以前グアムでもフラダンスショーは見たことがありました。
似た感じなのかなぁと思いましたが、せっかくなのでハワイ
でも見る事に♪
ダンスの種類は同じでもやっぱり何度見てもすばらしい!!!
いろんな種類のダンスがいっぱい見れたし、何と言っても
ファイヤーダンスがくぎ付け!!!
すごくて今でも忘れられないしまた見たいって思いました☆
女性は綺麗だったし男性はたくましかったし♪
とても楽しかったです!!!

Ship was clean, sailing was fun. The food was not especailly great (except the cream puffs--defrosted frozen, love them!), and I was surprised that the alcohol was not good quality and the beer was limited to two types. We just sailed back and forth for about 1 1/2 hours off the coast of Waikiki, saw fireworks that lasted about 10 mins, and couldn't see them well unless you were on the front of the boat (and not everyone could fit up there. The crew were polite but not very interactive. Wouldn't do it again.

We had a very good time at the polynisian cultural center. Had an opportunity to understand about the different cultures in the polynesian islands.

I participated in a company trip with my colleagues. We also attended a cruising show, but unlike the audience participation shows, this one had a much more relaxed pace, and there were moments when I felt a bit sleepy just watching. Since we had premium seats, we were the first to eat, but the food was quite bland, so I didn't enjoy it much. I was left with the impression that the fruit was the most delicious part, which was disappointing. The climax of the fire dance was very impressive, but considering the food and the price, I can't say I was completely satisfied.

会社の旅行で同僚達と参加しました。
クルージングのショーにも参加しましたが客席参加のものとは異なり、かなりゆったりした進行で、ほとんどがショーを見だけで若干眠くなる場面もありました。
プレミアムシートだったので、食事は一番乗りで食べられたのですが、内容が大味すぎて今ひとつ食はすすみませんでした。フルーツが一番美味しかったような印象なのが残念に感じました。
クライマックスのファイアーダンスは見応え満点でしたが、食事、値段なども合わせると大満足とはいきませんでした。

It was great to see the sea turtles up close.

ウミガメがとても近くで見れてとてもよかったです。

I went to an uninhabited island by kayak. I'm a beginner, but I had a lot of fun. I was able to reach it even without a guide. Since I went to the farther uninhabited island, I was cutting it close on the way back. Along the way, I spotted sea turtles twice, and although I got tired, it was a very enjoyable activity.

カヤックで、無人島まで向かいました。初心者ですが、結構楽しめました。ガイドなしでもたどり着けました。遠い方の無人島に行ったので、帰りは時間ギリギリでした。途中、ウミガメを二回目撃し、疲れはしましたが、とても楽しいアクティビティでした。

It was absolutely wonderful! However, the seawater in late November was cold, and without a wetsuit, it seemed like you couldn't stay underwater for more than 30 minutes while snorkeling. I was fine since I was kayaking. It became a fun memory. Thank you!

とても素晴らしかったです！
ただ１１月下旬の海水は冷たく、シュノーケリングするにはウェットスーツがないと30分ももぐっていられないようでした。
私は、カヤックだったので平気でした。
楽しい思い出になりました。ありがとうございました！

This was my eighth trip to Hawaii, but it was my first experience at the sandbar. The knee-deep water in the middle of the ocean was very mysterious, and the contrast between the sand and the sea was beautiful. When we went, it was not the season for the sand to be exposed, but I would like to visit again during low tide. I thought the staff was friendly and their service was good, but I wish they would refrain from smoking at the sandbar. Even though there are no legal restrictions, I wonder why anyone would smoke in such a beautiful natural place. There were even comments encouraging smoking among participants, and I saw people walking around the sandbar with cigarettes in their mouths. It was uncomfortable on the water.

ハワイは８回目でしたがサンドバーは初体験でした。
海の真ん中で膝下の水位はとても不思議で砂と海のコントラストがとてもきれいでした。
私たちが行ったときは砂浜は出ない時期でしたが今度は干潮の時に行ってみたいです。
スタッフの方はフレンドリーで対応等は良かったと思いますが
サンドバーでわざわざタバコを吸うのはやめてほしいです。
法律での規制がないとはいえ、なぜあのような自然の綺麗な場所で喫煙するのか？です・・・参加者にも喫煙をあおる発言をしていて実際咥え煙草でサンドバーを歩いてる人もいました。
海の上で不快でした。

My husband, 7 month old son, and I had a great experience with this activity during snorkeling and snuba. We got lucky, and one of the guest/crew members watched our son (who mostly slept) so we had the opportunity to both go together for the snorkeling and snuba. The catamaran we took was a great ship. The crew was very accommodating, nice, funny, and took care of everyone, including a woman who lost her camera in the water, and when my hubby got a little overwhelmed in the beginning during snuba. The food was okay, but definitely helped after a good amount of time time in the water. I would defintely do it again. The great crew actually made a huge difference too!

My wife and I enjoyed our visit and horseback riding experience at the Gunstock Ranch. We did not want to go to a heavily commercialized facility for horseback riding. There were a lot of animals at the ranch and the scenery was beautiful. The ride trail was nice and rustic which we wanted in our experience. The guide provided us great instruction and information about the ranch, the area and plants along the trail.
Our only improvement suggestions are for the restroom facility's cleaning cycle, grading and packing the access road and a more legible road sign.

Since I attended alone, I chose the cocktail and show-only course. Everything was in English, but even as someone who doesn't usually listen to Western music, I recognized most of the songs, and rather than just impersonations, the entertainers were fantastic, so I enjoyed it until the end.

However, the more expensive course has seats on the first floor (I was on the second floor), where the stars come closer, and it feels like you're participating in the show. I thought I would like to choose that course next time.

Still, even with the cocktail-only course, I was able to take photos with the performers after the show.

一人での参加だったのでカクテル＆ショーのみのコースにしました。
全て英語でしたが、普段洋楽を聴かない私でも知っている曲ばかりだったし、モノマネと言うよりエンターティナーとして素晴らしかったので最後まで楽しめました。

でも高いコースの方が1階席で(私は2階でした)スターも近くに来てくれるし、ショーに参加してるような気分になれそう。
次回はそちらのコースにしたいと思いました。

でも、カクテルのみのコースでも終了後に出演者と一緒に写真を撮れました。

Due to my schedule, I couldn't participate for long and joined the morning session. I only caught a glimpse of the sea turtles from the boat, but I was impressed by the beauty of the sandbar! When getting off the boat, the water was up to my stomach, and in the shallow areas, it was up to my knees. I'm so glad I bought a waterproof camera!

The weather was a bit gloomy during the cruise, with some light rain, but we were able to see a rainbow, and by the time we arrived, it was sunny! It must be even more sparkling and beautiful on a clear day.

Since I was at the back during snorkeling, the visibility was poor, but I really wanted to go to the sandbar, so I was happy about that. The early finish allowed me to spend the afternoon meaningfully. The warm tea and sandwiches served on the way back were delicious!

I hope I can take my time a bit more next time.

スケジュールの関係であまりゆっくりのには参加できず、午前の部に参加しました。
海亀は船上からちらっと見る程度でしたがサンドバーの綺麗さに感動☆ボートから下りるときはおなかくらい、浅いところでもひざ上まで浸かりました。張り切って防水のカメラを買ってよかった～♪
天気も、クルーズ中はどんよりとしてパラパラ振ったりしましたが虹も見れたし到着するころには晴れたし☆快晴だともっときらきらして綺麗なんでしょうね。
シュノーケルは後ろの方だったので濁ってあまり見れませんでしたが、サンドバーは絶対行きたいとこだったのでよかったです。早めに終わるので午後からも有意義に過ごせました。
帰りに出された温かいお茶とサンドイッチもおいしかったです☆
次はもう少しゆっくりできるといいなぁ。

I participated with the expectation of meeting dolphins and possibly swimming with them. However, it seems to be a rare case, but I didn't see any dolphins at all, and there weren't many turtles or fish either, which was disappointing. The staff were all very friendly, and the atmosphere was good, but I was really let down that I couldn't see the dolphins, which I was looking forward to the most. It's understandable since it's nature, but...

イルカに会える、しかも一緒に泳げるかもしれない、と、期待して参加しました。ところが、まれなケースみたいですが、全くイルカには会えず、亀や、魚も目立つようには居なかったり、残念でした。
スタッフは、楽しい方ばかりで、雰囲気は良かったんですが、一番楽しみにしていた、イルカを見ることも出来なかったのは、本当にがっかりでした。自然相手ですから、当たり前なんですが・・・

It was a long wait from when we entered until the show started, and since we went on the day of our arrival, I ended up feeling sleepy towards the end of the show. We had to go up in turns to get the food, but our seats were towards the back, so we had to wait quite a bit and had nothing to do in the meantime. It was a bit disappointing. However, we made some good memories.

入ってから、ショーが始まるまでが長く、到着日に行ったので、ショーの終わりの方は睡くなって、しまいました。
料理も順番に取りに行くのですが、私たちの席は最後の方だったので、かなり待たされ、ずっとする事もなくダラダラでした。
少し残念。
でもいい思い出ができました。

We went on a morning tour as a couple. We took three large buses to the port. I think almost everyone was Japanese.

Upon arriving at the port, we split into three groups and took a boat to our destination. I believe we were on the boat for about 20 to 30 minutes. Along the way, we had a brief sea turtle watching experience, but we could only catch a glimpse.

Once we arrived at the sandbar, we started with photo sessions. In deeper areas, the water was about waist-deep, while in shallower areas, it was around knee-deep. We asked a Japanese female guide named Yukiko to take various photos for us. It seemed like other participants were taking photos among themselves. However, if you ask the guide, she will give you pose instructions and take several shots, so I think it's better to ask her! Just be aware that there might be a wait, so it's best to stay close to the guide once you get into the water! (laughs)

After that, we went snorkeling. Life jackets were available for those who wanted them, but I didn't wear one. We went surprisingly deep, and it felt like it was about 5 to 10 meters deep. We followed the guide while making a rough line, stopping occasionally. We swam in areas where our feet couldn't touch the bottom. They also provided long floatation devices, but if you can't swim well, it's better to wear a life jacket! My husband regretted not wearing one since he isn't a strong swimmer. The floatation device is meant for two people, but in reality, it sinks when two people use it (laughs).

Swimming near the guide at the front allows for a surprisingly long snorkeling experience, which can be tiring, but we got to see coral up close and even spotted some fish, making it a very valuable experience. If you're at the back of the line, it might be murky due to the people ahead swimming, so I recommend being towards the front. My husband and I led the way and thoroughly enjoyed it♪

Afterward, warm tea and sandwiches were distributed, which was very helpful since we were a bit hungry♪

午前のツアーに夫婦で行ってきました。
大型バス3台で港へ。
ほぼ全員日本人だったように思います。

港に着いて3つグループに別れて船で目的の場所まで行きました。
時間は20～30分くらい乗っていたように思います。
途中に海ガメウォッチングだったのですが、ほんとーにチラッと見える程度でした。

サンドバーに着いて、まずは写真撮影。
深いところでは腰くらい、浅いところは膝くらいでした。
ガイドさんで日本人女性のユキコさんにお願いして、色々撮って頂きました。
他の方は、参加者同士で撮り合っていたようです。
ですが、ガイドさんに頼むとポーズの指示をしてくれ、
数枚撮ってくれ、とても上手なので頼んだ方がいいと思います！
ただ順番待ちが発生するので、なるべく海入ったらガイドさんの近くにいた方がいいですよ！！（笑）

そのあとはシュノーケリング。
救命胴衣は希望の方だけ着る流れで、私は着なかったです。
案外深いところまで行くのですが、たぶん5m～10mくらいあったように感じます。
途中止まったりしながら、ざっくりとした列を作りながらガイドさんについていく感じです。
終始足が着かないところを泳ぎます。
水に浮く細長いやつも貸してくれるのですが、泳げない方は救命胴衣を着た方がいいです！
夫がそんなに泳げないのに着なくて後悔してました。
細長いやつは2人で1つ、実際は2人で使うと沈みます（笑）

ガイドさん近く、先頭で泳ぐと案外長くシュノーケリングするので疲れますが、
サンゴを近くで見れ、魚も少し見れて、とても貴重な体験が出来ました。
列の後方にいると先に行った人が泳いだせいか濁って見にくいので、先頭を行くくらいがお勧めです。
私たち夫婦は先頭切って泳いで、堪能しました♪

終わった後は温かいお茶とサンドイッチが配られ、小腹が空いていたのでとても助かりました♪

This was my third time participating. Unfortunately, I couldn't meet the dolphins for the first time... But I had a great time with the crew and other guests. I participate about once every six months, but I was most disappointed that my favorite crew member, a boy, had left.

今回３回目の参加でした☆
残念ながら初めてイルカと会えず。。。
でもクルーの方たちやほかのお客さんと楽しい時間を過ごせました♪
半年に１回のペースで参加していますがお気に入りのクルーの男の子がやめてしまっていたのが一番残念だったなぁ。。。

Good

The view from the sandbar was very beautiful. I was told to practice snorkeling there, but not many people were doing it. We had a lot of fun playing beach volleyball with the participants. Although not everyone joined, about 15 people were playing. The lunch afterward was delicious, with freshly grilled meat. I wasn't a fan of the sweet bean stew.

I went snorkeling a little further from the sandbar, but there weren't many fish, so I got out quickly. It seemed like we had quite a bit of time (around an hour), and someone said, "Are we getting out already? There's still 30 minutes left." Then, I was splashed with water from a bucket over my head, which seemed to be a substitute for a shower.

I thought the Japanese staff member could have used a bit more polite language, as they were speaking casually to everyone.

サンドバーでの景色はとてもきれいでした。
そこでシュノーケルの練習をするといわれましたが、
あまりみなさんやってなかったです。
ビーチバレーは参加者の方たちとみんなで楽しくやりました。
全員参加ではなかったですが15人ぐらいはやっていました。
そのあとのランチはお肉が焼きたてでおいしかったです。
豆の煮つけみたいなのは甘くて苦手でした。


サンドバーから少し行ったところのシュノーケルをしましたが、魚があまりいなかったのですぐにあがりました。
結構長い時間(1時間ぐらい～)時間があったらしく「もうあがるの～あと30分もあるのに。」と言われました。
そして頭からバケツで水をかけられました。それがシャワーのかわりみたいです。

日本人の係員の方はちょっとだけ「丁寧な言葉を使ったほうがいいかなと思いました。(全員にタメ口だったので…)