Reviewed by: あゆみん
I signed up for this tour because I wanted to visit the beautiful ocean in Hawaii for the first time! On the day of the tour, the weather was cloudy with occasional sunshine and rain. Unfortunately, it was cold and windy during the snorkeling, but even so, the ocean was beautiful and I was able to see fish. I think it would have looked even more stunning if it had been sunny the whole time!
初めてのハワイで綺麗な海に行きたいと思い、このツアーに申し込みました!当日は天気が曇り時々晴れ時々雨でした。風が強くあいにく寒い中のシュノーケリングになりましたが、そんな中でも海は綺麗で魚も見れました。ずっと晴れていたら何倍も綺麗に見れたと思います!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/22 |
Reviewed by: かなぴぃ
I was able to swim! ^^
When I signed up, I hesitated. In the end, I decided to enroll to fulfill my partner's wish of "wanting to swim with dolphins."
Even with a life jacket on, I felt anxious. When I jumped in, my heart rate increased, and I couldn't breathe properly, so at first, I swam with my face mostly above water.
However, the crew was persistently encouraging, saying "Dive down, it's okay, it's okay," and after about five minutes, I managed to get my face in the water! (For someone who isn't good at swimming, those five minutes might be tough.)
I'm so grateful! Once I got my face in the water, it felt like a different world. There was a huge group of dolphins, probably around twenty. I was able to keep my face in the water longer because I wanted to see more. I knew I shouldn't move my fins, but out of fear, I was flailing them. However, realizing that the dolphins would swim away, I stopped moving my fins and just floated gently with the help of the life jacket.
I also got to see a sea turtle, and by that time, I was swimming at the front, sticking close to the crew.
This tour gave me a sense of security, knowing that they would help if anything happened. My enthusiasm to see the dolphins helped me learn to swim, and later, I found myself swimming without a life jacket on the beach. I'm so thankful.
I’ve decided to repeat this experience. This might be the first time I want to repeat an optional tour. The transportation to the Kahala Hotel (the meeting point was a five-minute walk from the hotel at Kahala Bridge) was also a nice touch.
泳げるようになっていました^^;
申込の際、迷いました。
最終的には相方の"イルカと泳ぎたい"という希望を叶えるため申込。
ライフジャケットをつけても不安。
飛び込んでも心拍数が上がって上手に息をすることができず、最初はほぼ顔出しで泳ぎました。
で、でも、クルーの方が粘り強くひつこいくらい「潜って潜って」「大丈夫大丈夫」と
言ってくださって、5分後には何とか顔に水をつけられるように!
(泳ぐのが苦手な人にとってはこの5分間はしょうがないかもしれません)
感謝です!顔に水をつけるとそこは上とは別世界。
20匹はいるであろうイルカの大群。
もっと見たいとずっと顔を水につけることができました。
フィンを動かしてはいけないとわかっていたのに怖さからばたつかせていたのですが、
イルカが逃げてしまうと知り、フィンは動かさずライフジャケットの力だけを
借りてそうっと浮かんでいました。
ウミガメも見ることができ、そのころにはクルーの方にくっついて先頭を
泳いでいる私。
このツアーには「何かあれば助けてくれる」という安心感がありました。
イルカを見たい、という熱意で泳げるようになり、その後、ビーチで
ライフジャケットもなく泳いでいる私がいました。感謝感謝です。
リピート決定。
オプショナルツアーでリピートしたいと思ったのははじめてかもしれません。
カハラホテル(集合はホテル徒歩5分のカハラブリッジ)への送迎もあったのも
よかったです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/24 |
Reviewed by: Monica
Had a blast. Staff were awesome and very friendly. Saw sea turtles and tons of fish and played water volley ball on the sand bar. Would do this again!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Hannah and Steve
Me and my boyfriend had a great time on this sail. The crew was so friendly, made us feel right at home. We like to snorkel every chance we get - and we love when the crew will show us specific cool finds - like sea turtles and dolphins! The food was delicious as well. We like more intimate sails, and there were only about 15 people on our boat, with 4 crew members - PERFECT! Overall just a great tour and exactly what we were looking for. Wish it would have lasted longer! 4 hours on the dot. Thanks again guys.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Sail with Transportation [8:30 AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/05 |
Reviewed by: びびこ
This tour is full of Aloha hospitality. On the day I participated, I was lucky enough to encounter wild dolphins at two different points. The American crew was fantastic. The guide who swam with the dolphins was clear and kind in their instructions, and they were experienced in catering to each passenger's needs. I attended with a friend, but I noticed that they provided excellent care for families with children, which was appreciated. The guide's freediving underwater was artistic, almost like a dolphin! On the way back, they performed bright and beautiful prayer songs with sharp dancing.
For those who will be participating, I recommend taking measures against seasickness and bringing a waterproof outdoor jacket. I don’t get seasick, but quite a few people were feeling unwell and couldn’t enjoy the beautiful scenery of the boat trip, which was unfortunate to see. Additional investments to enhance your experience include seasickness medication, which is available at Japanese airports, and a $20 wristband that is introduced on the bus ride to the destination. Also, depending on where you sit on the boat, you may get splashed by the waves. Having a lightweight, water-resistant jacket would make your experience more comfortable.
アロハホスピタリティ満点のツアーです。私が参加した日は、ラッキーなことにポイント2ヶ所で野生のイルカと遭遇できました。アメリカ人のクルーも大当たりでした。イルカと泳ぐガイドもわかりやすく親切に案内してくれましたし、乗客の方それぞれにあった対応も慣れていて、私は友人との参加でしたが、家族連れには子供へのケアが厚く、ありがたい様子でした。水中でのガイドのフリーダイビングも芸術的で、まるでイルカみたいでした!帰りは明るくて祈りの歌が上手でキレッキレのダンスを披露してくれました。
これから参加される方には、酔い止め対策を取られること、Waterproofのアウトドアジャケットを持参されることをお薦めします。私は船酔いしないのですが、結構な方がダウンされていてせっかくの船旅の景色を楽しむことができず見ていて気の毒でした。体験を良くするための追加の投資は酔い止め薬は日本の空港でも売っていますし、往路のバスで$20のリストバンドが紹介されます。また船での移動は座る場所によって波しぶきがかかります。水を通さないタイプの薄手のジャケットがあると快適に過ごせると思います。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Bryan
No time to enjoy or view activities. We felt very rushed. "Gold Package" got us a deli sandwich, which we had to leave the tour for, adding to the time rush. I had taken this tour with a different company several years ago, and had a totally different experience (for the better). Bus drive thru town was pleasant and informative. Driver was knowledgeable.
A couple of more hours could have made all the difference...
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| Packages: | Gold Tour with Picnic Deli Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/01 |
Reviewed by: Sal
It was an awesome day for us! Love the crews, the beautiful ocean
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/24 |
Reviewed by: Joanna
I really enjoyed my time on the captain Bobs tour! I would definitely do it again and would recommend it to all my friends. It's a must do when visiting Hawaii! The company crew was awesome! Very friendly:) can't wait to go back!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/15 |
Reviewed by: 松田由紀
I was impressed by the incredibly beautiful sea!
I was a bit anxious because my elderly mother was with me, but the staff were kind and we were able to enjoy ourselves. I especially appreciate the help from the staff member "Yuki," who I believe is Japanese. I would like to visit again during the season when the sandy beach appears.
Also, I was disappointed for being late to the meeting time, but I am grateful that the VELTRA staff called the hotel and made new arrangements for us. Thank you very much!
と~っても綺麗な海で感激しました\(^o^)/
年老いた母が一緒だったので少し不安でしたが、スタッフのみなさんが親切で楽しむことができました。特に日本人(と思います)スタッフの「yuki」さんお世話になりました。今度は砂浜が現れる季節に行きたいと思います。
また、集合時間に遅れてしまいがっかりしていたところに、VELTRAのスタッフの方がホテルに電話をくださり、新たに手配くださったのにも感謝です。ありがとうございましたm(__)m
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/10 |
Reviewed by: さぼてんマン
The weather on the day was perfect, making it an ideal day for kayaking.
The pickup was on time, and after arriving, we were able to borrow bodyboards and snorkels to play at Kailua Beach until lunchtime. For lunch, you can choose from pizza, BBQ plates, or salad bowls, but I definitely recommend the pizza! The spinach and garlic pizza, in particular, is exquisite! The restaurant staff were cheerful, and we had a great time dining!
After lunch, we pulled the kayaks to the beach. I think it took about 15 minutes to reach Flat Island. Upon arriving at Flat Island, we received various explanations about the island's ecosystem and Hawaii's history from our guide, Yasuyo. They also took plenty of photos, and it was truly a fun time.
After kayaking back to Kailua Beach, we pulled the kayaks back to the shop. We pulled the kayaks ourselves both ways, but it didn't feel burdensome at all.
It was really fun!!!
当日は天候に恵まれ、絶好のカヤック日和でした。
迎えも時間通りで、到着してからお昼まではボディボードやシュノーケルを貸していただき、カイルアビーチで遊びました。
昼ご飯はピザ、BBQプレート、サラダボールから選べますが、、、ピザを断然お勧めします!
特にほうれん草とガーリックのピザが絶品です!レストランの店員さんも陽気で、楽しく食事することができました!
昼ご飯を食べた後、カヤックをビーチまで引っ張って行きます。
フラットアイランドまで15分程度だったと思います。
フラットアイランド到着後はガイドのヤスヨさんから島の生態系やハワイの歴史について等、様々な説明を受けることができました。
写真もたくさん撮ってくれ、本当に楽しい時間でした。
カヤックでカイルアビーチに戻った後は、再びカヤックを引っ張ってお店まで戻ります。
行きも帰りもカヤックを自分たちで引っ張って行きますが、特に負担には感じませんでした。
本当に楽しかったです!!!
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| Packages: | 日本語ガイド付きカヤックツアー(送迎付き)(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/12 |
Reviewed by: HIRO
Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandy beach, but the tour was very good! I forgot the name (sorry...), but the Japanese female staff member was cute, funny, and made it enjoyable♪ They also called the fish with food for snorkeling, and my kindergarten-aged daughter was able to have a great time. The water was about waist-deep for her, so I want to try again next time!
残念ながら砂浜はみれませんでしたがツアーはとてもよかったです!名前は忘れてしましましたが(すいません・・)日本人の女性スタッフの方がかわいくておもしろくて楽しめました♪シュノーケルもエサで魚をよんでくれて、幼稚園児の娘でもしっかり楽しむことができました。水面が娘だと腰くらいまであったので、次回またリベンジしたいです!
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/14 |
Reviewed by: waiiha
The guide was very energetic and it was fun! We got to see sea turtles, which was amazing. On the way back, I think it would be good to have an extra hoodie or something since it gets cold! I want to go again at a different time!!!
ガイドさんがテンション高くて楽しかった!海ガメも見れて、最高でした。帰りは、寒いので余分にパーカーとかあるといいかなと思います!また、違う時期に行きたい!!!
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン スナック朝食付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/14 |
Reviewed by: 旦那1日目
A year after our wedding, we finally made it to Hawaii! And I got to meet dolphins for the first time, which I've always dreamed of!
We woke up early, and I thought I would definitely fall asleep on the bus, but I was too excited about seeing the dolphins to sleep at all. Once we arrived at the ocean and changed, we were ready to go to the spot—let's go!!!
The waves were a bit high today, which made me feel a little blue at first. But after a while, the captain said we could see dolphins, and all my worries disappeared! When we got into the water, there were supposedly only a few, but about ten dolphins came to greet us. I was strangely moved to see dolphins in person for the first time.
I'm so glad I bought an underwater camera—really glad (waiting for the development, haha). After enjoying that experience, we returned to the boat and headed to the snorkeling spot! On the way, we even saw a whale! The crew mentioned that it's rare to see them up close like that. We were super lucky!
When we arrived at the snorkeling spot and got in, unfortunately, the water was really murky, so it wasn't great for snorkeling. I have to deduct one star for that.
We quickly returned to the boat and had a cheeseburger for lunch! The taro buns were amazing—way better than anything from a regular shop!
That wrapped up the tour. I fell asleep on the bus, probably from all the swimming, and when I woke up, we were in Honolulu.
I got to meet dolphins, the cheeseburger was delicious, and the crew was all really nice. I definitely want to join again!
It was such a wonderful honeymoon memory!!!
ハネムーンで1年ぶりのハワイ!そして念願の初めてのイルカ!
朝は早く、バスでは絶対に寝ちゃうと思っていたけどイルカに逢えるワクワクで全然寝れず。。。
海に到着して着替えも済ませていざポイントへLet's Go!!!
今日は少し波が高めなのか、ちょっと気持ちがブルーになりかけちゃいました。
だけどしばらくしたらcaptainからイルカが見えるよの言葉で気持ち悪さも吹っ飛び!
いざ海に入ってみると、数は少ないらしいがちゃんとイルカちゃん達10匹くらい?がお出迎えしてくれました。
初めて生で見たイルカに妙に感動。
水中カメラ買っていって良かった〜、本当に良かった〜(現像待ち笑)
十分に堪能したら船に戻り今度はシュノーケリングスポットへ!その途中でクジラも見れました!クルーも言ってたけど、こんなに近くで見れることなんてないとのこと。めちゃくちゃラッキーでした!
シュノーケリングスポットついて入ってみるととてもじゃないけど水が濁っていてシュノーケリングどころじゃなかったのが残念でした。ここで星ひとつ減点。
早々に船に戻り、昼ごはんにチーズバーガー!タロイモのバンズ、最高でしたー!そこら辺の店よりもはるかに美味しかった!
これでツアーはおしまい。
バスに戻って泳いで疲れたのか即爆睡。気づいた頃にはホノルルでした。
イルカに会えたし、チーズバーガーも美味しいし、クルーはみんないい人だったし是非また参加したいです。
とってもいいハネムーンの思い出です!!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/09 |
Reviewed by: カンタ
Sandbar!!
It was truly a dreamlike view.
A white beach appears alone in the ocean.
There, I played volleyball with cheerful Hawaiians.
After a bit of moving around, I got to see wild sea turtles.
They swam gracefully in the beautiful sea.
For lunch, I had a cheeseburger,
which was delicious because it was grilled on the boat!!
Finally, we toured around the coral.
It was a plan to fully enjoy the sea of Hawaii!!
サンドバー!!
まさに夢のような景色。
沖にぽつんと現れる白浜。
そこで陽気なハワイ人とバレーボール。
少し移動し、野生のウミガメを見学。
きれいな海を優雅に泳ぐ。
昼ごはんは、チーズバーガー
船の上でグリルで焼くからまた旨い!!
最後は珊瑚を周遊。
ハワイの海を全身で満喫するプランでした!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/16 |
Reviewed by: ぷーさん
The barbecue lunch was delicious. Although it wasn't low tide for the sandbar, it was fun to go snorkeling. Snorkeling on the coral reef was unexpectedly... it seems like it would be enjoyable with the fish coming close. I'm sorry for making her feel cold.
ランチのバーべーキューもおいしかったです。サンドバーも干潟になる時間ではありませんでしたが、シュノーケリングできてたのしかったです。サンゴ礁のシュノーケリングは不覚にも…・魚が寄ってきたりして楽しいそうです。彼女には寒い思いをさせてごめんなさい。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/10 |
Reviewed by: まひる
It was a sunny day, but very windy. When kayaking, strong winds can make it take longer to reach your destination and require more effort to paddle, but the woman who guided us was very interesting and kind. The excitement when we arrived was incredible! I had the most fun experience in Hawaii. Also, the pizza was really delicious! I definitely want to come back someday. However, we had to wait about 30 minutes for the other tour participants, so we couldn't spend more than 20 minutes at Lanikai Beach, which was disappointing! If we had one more hour, I would have been even more satisfied.
晴れましたがとても風が強い日でした。カヤックは風が強いと、たどり着くまでが時間がかかり漕ぐ力も必要になりますが、教えてくれた女性がとっても面白くていい方でした。たどり着いたときの感動はひとしお!ハワイで一番面白い体験をできました。あと、ピザ本当においしかったです!いつかまた絶対来たいです。ただ、他のツアーの方を待つのに30分くらい待ったりする時間もあったので、ラニカイビーチには20分もいられず残念!あと一時間長ければより満足でした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/11 |
Reviewed by: noevir
I had a great time.
I participated in mid-September, and the sandbar was about 15 to 20 cm deep at the shallowest point.
During snorkeling, when the staff threw in some food, a lot of fish came close, and I really enjoyed it.
(I think there were sea turtles, but I missed seeing them.)
The lunch hamburger was surprisingly delicious!
I applied sunscreen before participating, but while I took a 30-minute nap on the boat, I got an incredibly severe sunburn like I had never experienced before. It was painful to walk the next day and afterward, which was tough.
At the end, the staff said, "Since this is an American company, if possible, we would appreciate your feelings..." (for tips), so I dropped a little something into the tip bucket at the boat disembarkation point. However, when I looked at the bucket, there were zero tips from anyone except our group!!!
During the tour, they prepared meals and provided support, and I felt that the staff's personality and service were very pleasant. However, there were some people who hesitated, saying things like, "Is it okay to give just coins?" which personally surprised me.
楽しかったです。
9月半ばに参加、サンドバーは一番浅い場所で水深15〜20cmくらいだったかな?
シュノーケリングはスタッフさんがエサを投下すると、たくさんのお魚さんが間近に来てくれて、とても楽しめました。
(海ガメもいたみたいですが、自分は見逃しました。
)
ランチのハンバーガーが意外にも美味しくて♪(´ε` )
日焼け止め塗って参加しましたが、ボートで30分うたた寝してる間に今まで体験したことないくらいの物凄い日焼け(重症)してしまい、翌日以降歩くのも痛くて、大変でした。
最後にスタッフさんが「一応、アメリカの会社なのでできれば、、お気持ちを、、お願いします!」(チップ)と言われたので、ボート降車口に設置されているチップ入れのバケツに少しばかり気持ちを投下しました。が、しかし、バケツを見てみると、うちのグループ以外にチップ投下ゼロ!!!
ツアー中は食事の用意やらサポートやらしていただきましたし、スタッフさんの人柄や対応もとても気持ちの良いものだったと感じたのですが。。
中には「小銭でもいいかな?」なんて言って渋ってる方もいて、個人的には驚きました。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/11 |
Reviewed by: mahalo♪
I was very satisfied! First, they gave us a wake-up call at 5 AM, which was kind of them. Since it was cold, they recommended renting a jacket and mentioned to bring the rental fee if we decided to use it. The pickup was at 5:55 AM from a location close to the hotel we stayed at. Bright and cheerful staff welcomed us, which was a relief. On the bus, they explained what was to come, and after arriving, we had a bathroom break because the restrooms on the boat were quite limited. Soon after, we boarded the boat, and the staff introduced themselves. Everyone was cheerful and made us feel excited. We prayed on the boat and threw flowers into the sea.
Once we reached the area where we could see dolphins, everyone jumped into the water, and after three attempts, we finally spotted a pod of dolphins in the distance! They kept getting closer, and there were more than ten of them! They swam right beneath us! Although we couldn't touch them, I was thrilled to see dolphins up close, something I never expected! After swimming with the dolphins, we had free time to enjoy snorkeling or slide down the slide they provided. After that, we had cheeseburgers, potato chips, and cold pineapple, which made me very happy. The staff danced the hula, enhancing the Hawaiian atmosphere, and it was a moment when I truly felt the essence of Hawaii. I would love to go again. The group photo at the end was a luxurious touch. Mahalo♪
満足でした!まず朝5時にモーニングコールをくださいました。親切です。寒いのでジャケットレンタルをオススメされ、もし使用する場合はレンタル料金を持ってきてくださいとのことでした。朝の5:55にわたし達が宿泊したホテルから近い場所でのピックアップです。明るい元気なお姉さん達がまず出迎えてくれ、ホッとしました。バスの中ではこれからの説明などをしてくれ、到着後は船のお手洗いは大変とのことでお手洗いタイムがありました。その後すぐに船にのり、スタッフさんの自己紹介。皆さん明るくてわくわく気分にしてくれます。船の上でおいのりをして海に花を投げました。
イルカが見える場所についてから、みんな一斉に海に飛び込むこと3回目でようやくいるかの群れを遠くに発見!!と思ったらどんどん近づいてきて、
10匹以上はいました!そしてなんと私たちの真下を悠々と泳いでます!触れる距離ではありませんでしたが、イルカをこんなに間近で見ることが出来るだなんて思ってもなかったので興奮してしまいました!イルカと泳いだ後は各自自由にシュノーケルを
楽しんだり、用意してくれた滑り台を滑ったりなどなど。その後はチーズバーガーを食べ、ポテトチップスを食べ、冷たいパインを食べて幸せでした。スタッフさんたちがフラダンスを踊って、ハワイ気分をもっと高めてくれたので、ハワイの実感が湧いた瞬間でした。またいきたいと思います。最後のグループごとで写真撮影も贅沢でした。mahalo♪
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/04 |
Reviewed by: ゆぅー
This is my second time participating in a wild dolphin snorkeling tour (^O^)
It was my first time with this tour company!
In a word, it was very fulfilling.
Not only did we swim with wild dolphins, but there were also many entertaining performances on the boat that kept us laughing the whole time (人 •͈ᴗ•͈)
We joined the morning tour!
The meeting time was early at 6 AM, but it was reassuring!
First, we received a morning call, which was a nice touch d(゚∀゚d)!
And since it was in perfect Japanese, there was nothing to worry about!
We took a bus for about 45 minutes to our destination ʕ•̫͡•ʔ.
Then we headed to the dolphins' habitat, which took a bit of time ( .. ).
However, the content was packed with activities that kept us entertained ٩( 'ω' )و!
We sang songs together while offering flowers and praying,
and there were explanations on the bus to confirm safety precautions.
Then we started snorkeling with the wild dolphins (^O^).
A dedicated photographer took lots of wonderful pictures for us!
We brought our own waterproof camera, so we didn’t request their service,
but it seems you can get a USB with about 300 photos for $55 if paid in advance, or $60 if ordered later (^^).
After seeing the dolphins, we went snorkeling, and then there were boats and a slide for us to enjoy in the sea (*´罒`*).
We even got to eat hamburgers (♡´艸`).
And on top of that, they performed a hula dance for us!
It was a fun tour filled with laughter from start to finish ( ¨̮ ).
At the end, we took a group photo (^O^).
They send the pictures to your phone, which is a nice service!
If I go snorkeling with dolphins again, I will definitely choose this tour ( ¨̮ ).
*As a note, it can be cold on the boat and in the bus, so be sure to prepare a bath towel and a jacket!
Also, if you get motion sickness, it can ruin everything, so be sure to take motion sickness medication!!
今回で2回目の野生のイルカ
シュノーケリングツアーの参加になります(^O^)
こちらのツアー会社でツアーゎ初めてでした!
一言で言うと、とても内容が濃くて
野生のイルカと泳ぐのはもちろん
船の上でも楽しませてくれる演出が多くあり
ずっと笑いっぱなしのツアーでした(人 •͈ᴗ•͈)
私たちは朝からのツアー参加!
集合は6時と早いです!けれど安心です!
まず、朝からなんとモーニングコールを
していただけちゃいますd(゚∀゚d)ナイス!
しかも日本語ばっちしなので
なんの心配もいりません!
集合バスで出発し〜約45分くらいかけて
目的地まで向かいますʕ•̫͡•ʔ
それからイルカの生息地に向かうのですが
なかなか時間がかかります〜( .. )
けれど、飽きさせない内容盛り沢山٩( 'ω' )و !
海に歌をみんなで歌いたながら
お花を捧げてお祈りをし
再度バスの中でも説明もありますが
注意事項を再度確認して
いざ野生のイルカさんと
シュノーケリング開始(^O^)
専属のカメラマンさんが
素敵な写真をいっぱいとってくださいます〜!
私たちは防水カメラを持参したため
お願いしなかったのですが
前払いで$55、あとからの注文だと$60
で300枚ほどのデータがはいったUSBが頂けるようです(^^)
イルカさんみたあとは
シュノーケリングをして
その時間になんとボートやらすべり台登場w
海で遊べちゃいます(*´罒`*)
さらにハンバーガーも食べれます(♡´艸`)
さらにさらにフラダンス踊ってくださいます!
終始笑いっぱなしの楽しいツアーです( ¨̮ )
最後は集合写真パシャリ(^O^)
これを携帯に写真送ってくれるんです〜
嬉しいサービスですね!
また次回イルカとシュノーケリングをするなら
こちらのツアーにさせていただきます( ¨̮ )
※補足としてほんとボートの上や
バスの中は寒いので
バスタオル、上着はしっかり準備すること!
さらに酔ってしまったら全て
台無しになるので酔い止め必見!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr Ed
We had an excellent day out and learnt a lot of interesting facts about Hawai'i, and the shrimps were fantastic
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/14 |
Reviewed by: べんギャング
I checked the low tide times and participated in a tour with my parents and my husband that included a BBQ lunch. My brother-in-law and his wife, who went with a different tour company the day before, mentioned that the water level was up to their thighs, so I was a bit anxious about what to expect. However, on the day of our tour, the water level was only up to our shins, so it was fine.
The sandbar was even more beautiful than in the photos, and as soon as we arrived, my dad, who was really excited, jumped right in (laughs). My mom, who had said she didn't want to get in the water, ended up swimming before we knew it (laughs). It was that beautiful!
After playing a lot, I can confirm what everyone else has said: the hamburgers were really delicious. Be careful when eating outside if it's windy; things can fly away. We were also able to see many sea turtles from the boat, which was very satisfying. The directions like "12 o'clock" and "9 o'clock" were easy to understand.
All the staff were very kind, and I truly felt like a child playing all day. We took a lot of family photos, making it the best way to show appreciation to my parents. Thank you very much!
However, it can get cold on the way back, both on the boat and the bus, so it's better to have a thick jacket. I brought a light hoodie, but it was still cold. Because the wind was strong and the sea was murky, we didn't see many fish, so I would like to participate again.
干潮時間を調べ、BBQランチがついたツアーに私の両親と主人と4人で参加しました。
前日違うツアー会社で行ったと行っていた義理兄夫婦は太ももぐらいまで水位があったそうなので、どうなるかなーと不安でしたが、当日は膝下ぐらいの水位で大丈夫でした。
サンドバーが写真でみるより綺麗で着いた瞬間、テンション上がった父が飛び込んでました(笑)海には入りたくないと言っていた母もいつの間にか泳いでいました(笑)
それぐらいキレイでした♡
たくさん遊んで疲れたからなのか、皆さんが書いている通り、ハンバーガーが本当に美味しかったー。風が強い時は外で食べるのは要注意です。飛んでいきます。
ホヌも船上からたくさん見ることができ、大満足でした。
12時の方向、9時の方向など分かりやすかった。
スタッフさんがみなさん優しくて、ほんとに1日子供のように遊べました。
たくさん家族で写真も撮ってもらい、最高の親孝行ができました♪
ありがとうございました。
ただ、帰りは船もバスも寒いので厚手の上着があった方がいいです。
薄手のパーカー持っていきましたが、それでも寒かったです。
風が強く、海が濁っていたため魚はあまり見れなかったので、また参加したいなと思ってます。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/14 |
Reviewed by: t_t
Unfortunately, the weather was unstable with cloudy skies, occasional sunshine, and rain... The tour staff and the captain were very cheerful and kind. The sandbar was a bit high due to the tide, but it was nice to have some sunny moments then. However, it rained intermittently, making it a bit chilly, so we decided to skip snorkeling. I think weather is just a matter of luck! I’ll aim for a comeback next time.
生憎の曇り時々晴れ時々雨な不安定な空模様…
ツアー同行スタッフさんや船長さんはとても元気で良い方でした✩
サンドバーは満ち潮気味でしたが、その時は少し晴れ間で良かったです。
しかし雨が途中降ったりで肌寒く、私達はシュノーケリングはやめておきました。
天気は運なので仕方ない!と思い、次の機会にまたリベンジします。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン スナック朝食付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/13 |
Reviewed by: ykm
As soon as we arrived at the bay by bus, it started to rain and the wind was blowing, making it cold. It would have been wonderful if the weather had been good.
バスで湾についたとたん雨が降りだし風も吹いていて
寒かったです。天候が良ければ素晴らしかったはずです
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/02 |
Reviewed by: Peter
This was a perfect way to see a different part of Hawaii away from Waikiki. The pick-up from the hotel was on time with a really friendly driver. We arrived and easily took our own kayaks to the beach. Highly recommend going to Lanikai beach and snorkeling. We chose the pizza for lunch and it was great!
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| Packages: | Self-Guided Kayak & Beach Time - Explore at your own pace! |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/01 |
Reviewed by: A&I
During our honeymoon trip to Hawaii, we wanted to see wild dolphins and swim with them, so we decided to join this tour!
To sum it up, it was a very satisfying tour♪
We were able to swim with dolphins twice in the ocean, but unfortunately, both times the dolphins swam quite far below us, so we couldn't get as close as we had hoped. However, according to our guide, there are times when they are much smaller and even difficult to spot, so we were quite fortunate to see them clearly (sometimes they come very close to people). Well, since they are wild dolphins and not domesticated, it's all a matter of luck, and being able to enjoy that aspect is one of the charms of the tour.
Additionally, not only dolphins but also snorkeling at the sea turtle spot is included, so even if we weren't lucky with the dolphins, it was still okay! There are points where sea turtles are almost guaranteed to be present, and we were able to swim quite close to them, so much so that we had to avoid touching them (it seems that touching sea turtles in Hawaii can result in a fine)!
While the main focus is on snorkeling with dolphins and sea turtles as mentioned above, there are also other activities such as singing Hawaiian songs and throwing flowers to pray for a safe voyage, watching the crew's wonderful hula, enjoying paddleboarding and kayaking, sliding from the boat, and eating burgers. It's quite a packed tour, and combined with the friendliness and brightness of the crew, it guarantees a very enjoyable experience♪
Finally, to make the most of the tour, here are a few reminders. First, definitely take motion sickness medication. We were fine, but a few people looked unwell (the guide gives quite a bit of explanation about seasickness beforehand, which might have the opposite effect). Also, it's a good idea to bring local currency. They offer paid options on the bus heading to the ocean, such as wetsuit rentals ($5 per person), photo packages (we received about 600 photos of all participants on a USB), and motion sickness wristbands (around $20, effectiveness unknown).
And the most important thing: if you're participating in the morning, make sure to wake up properly! The departure is around 5 AM, so an early wake-up is required.
新婚旅行でハワイに行った際、野生のイルカが見たい、イルカと泳ぎたいと思って参加しました!
結果から言えば、かなり満足のいくツアーでした♪
海に入ってイルカと泳ぐことができたのは2回で、1度目も2度目もイルカが私達のかなり下の方を泳いでいたため、思ったほど近くを泳げなかったのは残念でしたが、ガイドさんの話ではもっと小さくしか見えない時や、そもそも視認することも難しい時もあるようなので、しっかりと見ることのできた私達はかなり恵まれた方だったのかなと思います(時によってはかなり人の近くに寄ってくることもあるみたいです)。まあそのへんは飼いならされているわけではなく、あくまで野生のイルカなので、運次第ということでしょうし、そういった点も含めて楽しむことができるのがツアーの魅力のひとつでもあります。
また、イルカだけでなく、海ガメポイントでもシュノーケリングできるので、万一イルカ運に恵まれなかった場合でも大丈夫!こちらはほぼ確実に海ガメがいるポイントがあるらしく、私達もかなり近くで海ガメと泳ぐことができ、むしろ近すぎて、下手に触らないように避けるぐらいでした(ハワイでは下手に海ガメに触ると罰金をとられるようです)!
そして、あくまでメインとしては上に書いたようなイルカ&海ガメとのシュノーケリングですが、これ以外にも、航海の無事を祈ってハワイの歌を歌って花を投げたり、クルーのフラ(素晴らしい)を見たり、パドルボートやカヤック、ボートからの滑り台で楽しんだり、バーガーを食べたりと結構盛りだくさんのツアーですので、クルーの人のよさというか明るさも相まって、非常に楽しいツアーとなることは請け合いです♪
最後に、ツアーを最大限に楽しむためにも、いくつか注意喚起です。
まず、酔い止めは必ず飲みましょう。私達は大丈夫でしたが、数人は気分が悪そうにしていました(ガイドさんが事前にかなり船酔いに関する説明をするので、それがかえって逆効果になる可能性も)。
そして、一応現地通貨は持って行きましょう。ウェットスーツの有料レンタル(1人5ドル)や、写真(USBでもらえます。私達の時は全参加者のいろいろな写真含めて600枚ぐらいありました)の申込(50ドル程度)、酔い止め用のリストバンド(20ドルぐらい?効果のほどは不明)の販売など、海に向かうバスの中で有料オプションを受け付けています。
そしてこれが一番大切なことですが、朝参加の場合は、きちんと朝起きましょう!朝は5時台出発なので、かなり早起きが要求されます。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/26 |
Reviewed by: オオガミ グレン
I participated on November 19, but due to the rainy season, the weather was bad and it was high tide, so I could only see the white sand on the seabed. Also, after about 30 minutes of snorkeling, my body got cold and I couldn't enjoy it much. The hamburger was cold, and I wished it had been warmed up a bit more. I think those who will participate in the future should check the weather and low tide before going. Also, since the boat cuts through the wind, a warm jacket is necessary.
11月19日に参加しましたが雨季の為、お天気が悪くしかも満潮でしたので海底の白い砂を見ただけでした。又シュノーケルも30分もすると、身体が冷えてあまり楽しめませんでした。ハンバーガーも冷えていてもう少し温めてほしいと思いました。これから参加される方は、お天気と干潮を調べて出かけると良いと思います。又船上は風を切って走るので、暖かい上着が必要です。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/19 |
Reviewed by: Ross and Mona
We had a great time. The staff was very helpful and pleasant. We had a few surprises such as the turtle watching and the snorkeling at the beautiful reef. The food was great and the hot cocoa and beverages were a plus. There was more people than we expected but overall we had a wonderful time. Thank you captain bobs gang ;)
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/25 |
Reviewed by: みなっちょ
I rode a kayak for the first time, but I went without an instructor. I was a bit anxious about the path to the sea, but I arrived quickly and was able to go to an uninhabited island. A lifeguard helped me when getting in and out, so it went smoothly. It seems like those with good athletic skills can manage without an instructor. Next time, I want to go further away.
初めてカヤックに乗りましたが、インストラクターなしにしました。
海までの道が少し不安でしたが、すぐ着いて無人島にも行くことができました。
乗り降りの際はライフセーバーが手伝ってくれたので、すんなりできました。
運動神経に自信のある人はインストラクターなしでも良さそう。
次は遠いところまでいってみたいです。
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| Packages: | セルフガイドカヤックツアー(送迎付き)(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/20 |
Reviewed by: Y.S
Although the weather was unfortunately bad on the day, we were able to see many turtles. The plan mentioned a barbecue lunch, but it was actually a cheeseburger.
当日はあいにくの悪天候でしたが、多くの亀を見ることができました。
プランでは、バーベキューランチと書かれていましたが、実際にはチーズバーガーでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/21 |
Reviewed by: polo
The day before, there was a once-in-30-years heavy rain, so the sea was murky, but during snorkeling, I was able to see corals and cute little fish, and sea turtles also popped up occasionally, which was enjoyable. However, today, unfortunately, muddy water from the mountains started rushing toward the sandbar, and when I tried to escape, it was already right in front of me, and I ended up getting soaked. My swimsuit got quite dirty, so I wish the guide had told us to get out earlier if they had noticed.
この日は前日が30年に一度の大雨という事で、海が濁ってましたが、シュノーケリングではちゃんとサンゴや可愛い小魚を見ることができましたし、ウミガメもちょいちょい顔出してくれましたので楽しめました。
ただし今日は運悪く山からの泥水がサンドバーに向かって押し寄せてきたので逃げようとしましたが、気付いた時には目の前まで来ていて浸かってしまいました。
これで水着がかなり汚れましたのでガイドさんには気付いていたのであれば早く上がれって言って欲しかったですね。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン バーベキューランチ付き(~2015年12月31日) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/11/20 |
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Mahalo for your review, Peter! We are glad you had fun and got to experience snorkeling in Lanikai!