Reviewed by: きのこマン
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 plans and safety precautions for the ocean.
I was sleepy, but it seemed important, so I listened seriously. (It really is important, so I think it's better to pay attention.)
After about an hour's drive, 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 spot where the Hawaiian music god IZ rests, "???" (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.
Jumping into the sea was the key point here. By the way, I jumped in wearing just swim trunks and it was extremely cold... (Don’t underestimate the ocean.)
After a while, I heard Akao-chan shout, "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 truly precious experience.
That's all for the dolphin experience.
Personally, I also found the sea turtle observation tour quite enjoyable.
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 it seems geared towards younger people.
Also, since the boat sways quite a bit, if you’re prone to seasickness, it might be a good idea to take some motion sickness medication.
Thank you, Akao-chan.
Kinoko Man
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。
きのこマン
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/07 |
Reviewed by: YUJI&RIE
On April 23, 2014, with clear skies and an early morning departure, we stayed at The Kahala Hotel & Resort, and on that day, we were picked up from our hotel. During the ride to the meeting point in Waikiki, our representative, Yuriko, shared stories about environmental protection in Hawaii and the healing power of dolphins, which made me feel very relaxed despite the early hour. When she smiled and said, "I hope you get to see many dolphins," I felt optimistic about our chances.
During the drive from Waikiki to the boarding location, our guide, Takao, explained various sightseeing spots like "The Tree of Life" and "Pearl Harbor." Although I had done snorkeling before, I was a bit anxious about going into the deep ocean for the first time. The guide thoroughly explained the safety precautions for the tour, saying, "I may have to use strict words regarding safety, but it's important that everyone experiences the tour without any accidents, so please understand." This reassured me greatly.
In April, the water temperature is still low, so as someone who gets cold easily, I borrowed a wetsuit. As the guide mentioned, it gets really cold when you’re on the boat and the wind hits you, so I think it’s especially advisable for children and women to wear one. Of course, we also wore life jackets and were fully prepared.
When we arrived at the point, we entered the water following the guide's upbeat instructions, who loudly pointed out the direction of the dolphins. When he shouted, "Look down! Look down!" and I did, I was amazed to see a pod of dolphins swimming right below us! The excitement of seeing wild dolphins up close for the first time is beyond words. The guide remarked, "It’s amazing that in such a vast ocean, they choose to swim right underneath us; dolphins are curious and come close to us... it’s truly a mystery," and it really felt mystical.
Listening closely, I could hear the dolphins making sounds like "ee-ee," and seeing them swim in the crystal-clear blue water, always together with their families, made me question, "Is this real?" Just watching them was healing for both my body and soul, and it felt like they were teaching me something important.
We were very lucky that day, encountering pods of dolphins multiple times. When we entered the water at the second point, it felt like we were surrounded by dolphins. While I was swimming away from my husband (with no one else nearby), a dolphin swam right in front of me, and our eyes met... I was so overwhelmed with joy that I shouted, "Yay!" As it swam by, about four dolphins swam together towards the ocean floor, and even now, it feels like a dream.
According to the guide, we were fortunate to encounter over 150 dolphins that day. I had heard that there are days when you might not see any dolphins due to their wild nature, so I was truly grateful and moved. After that, we moved to another point and got to see turtles and many beautiful fish, which made me very satisfied!
I brought a waterproof camera, but there was a photographer who took pictures for us, and we could purchase them, making for a wonderful keepsake. Throughout the boat ride and while swimming, the guide kept an eye on each of us, checking, "Are you okay?" which made me feel very safe.
It was a fantastic tour swimming with dolphins at a power spot, and I was particularly impressed by the guide's thorough safety management. Next time, I definitely want to experience manta ray diving on the Big Island. Thank you, Yuriko, Takao, and the captain for taking us to such great spots and providing a wonderful experience!
2014/4/23晴天・早朝出発・私たちはカハラ宿泊でしたので、当日は宿泊ホテルまで迎えに来て頂きました。迎えにいらした代表yurikoさんからワイキキ集合場所までの間「ハワイでの環境保護のお話」や「イルカから与えられる癒し」のお話し頂き、早朝にも関わらずとてもリラックスした気分になりました。素敵な笑顔で「沢山のイルカに会えると良いですね」と言われると沢山会える気がしてきます。ワイキキから乗船場所までの車中はガイドのtakaoさんから「日立の木」や「パールハーバー」など観光名所も説明して頂けます。私はシュノーケルはしていましたが、沖で深い海に入ることが初めてだったので少々不安がありました。ガイドさんがツアーにおける安全面での注意事項をしっかり説明して下さり「安全に関しては私も厳しい言葉で注意してしまうかもしれませんが、何より皆さんが無事故でツアーを体験して頂ける大事なことなのでご容赦下さい」との言葉にとても安心しました。4月の海はまだ水温が低いため寒がりの私はウエットスーツを借りました。ガイドさんの説明通り海に入っている時より船に上がって風に吹かれると本当に寒くなるので特にお子さんや女性は借りた方が良いと思います。もちろんライフジャケットも着用し準備万端です。いざポイントにつくとガイドさんのテンポ良い指示で海へ入り、イルカのいる方向を大きな声で教えて頂けます。「下見て!下見て!」という声で下を見ると本当にイルカの群れが泳いでいます!初めて野生のイルカを間近で見た時の感動は言葉では言い表せません。ガイドさんが「あんなに広い海なのにどうしてわざわざ自分たちのいる真下を通って泳いで来てくれるのか、イルカも興味を持って近づいて来てくれる・・・本当に不思議です」とおっしゃってましたが、本当に神秘的です。耳を澄ますと「キューキュー」とイルカの鳴き声が・・・真っ青で透き通った海に泳ぐイルカ・・家族といつも一緒にいるイルカ・・・「現実なんだろうか」と不思議な感覚になり、見ているだけで身体も心も癒され感動しますし、大切な何かを教えてくれる気がします。この日はとてもラッキーでイルカの群れに何度も会い、2回目のポイントで海に入った時はイルカの群れに囲まれるような感じでした。私は主人と離れて泳いでいた時に(近くに誰もいなかった)目の前をイルカが横切り、イルカと目が会い・・・あまりの感激で「ぎゃ~!」と喜び叫んでしまいました。横切りながら4頭位のイルカがまとまって海の底の方に向かって泳いでいったのですが、今思い出しても夢みたいでした。この日はガイドさんいわく合計150頭以上のイルカと遭遇出来たラッキーな日だったとのこと。野生のため、残念ながらイルカに会えない日もあると聞いていたので本当に感謝感激でした。その後、また別のポイントへ移動し、カメと沢山の美しい魚たちに会えましたので大満足です!防水カメラを持参しましたが、カメラマンさんが同行して写真を撮って下さり、写真も購入出来たのでとても記念になりました。乗船中も、泳いでいる最中もガイドさんが一人一人に目を配り「大丈夫?」と安全確認してくださるのには本当に安心しました。パワースポットでイルカと泳ぐという素晴らしいツアーでしたし、何より安全管理をキチンとされるガイドさんに感心しました。次回はぜひハワイ島でマンタ大学も体験したいと思います。yurikoさんtakaoさん、良いポイントへ連れて行って下さった船長さん、素敵な体験をありがとうございました。
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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: | 2014/05/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/23 |
Reviewed by: 都会っ子。
I participated with a friend. On the day of the event, there were various people including friends, couples, and solo travelers.
When we arrived at the port with the boat, we immediately enjoyed some malasadas. I had heard from others that they were "really delicious!" but personally, I felt that one was enough. (laughs)
After departure, we all sang a song for safety and to hope for dolphin sightings. You can rent wetsuits for an additional fee, and during my visit, almost everyone borrowed one. I went in April, and even in Hawaii's waters, it was a bit chilly, so renting one turned out to be a great decision. You can rent it on the spot for $10.
To reach the spot where we could see the dolphins well, we all sat on the edge of the boat, enjoying the marine attraction. The boat rocked a lot, which was quite thrilling.
Once we spotted dolphins, we all dove in immediately! Even if you can't swim, the staff will pull you along, so there's no need to worry. The water was incredibly clear, and we could see the dolphins swimming distinctly, making it feel like we were in an aquarium. After that, we also went snorkeling and experienced many things that we couldn't have done on our own!
By the way, the boat rocks quite a bit, so if you are prone to motion sickness, taking anti-nausea medication is a must. However, even if you do get sick and end up vomiting, the staff will respond kindly without any unpleasant expressions, so you can feel at ease!
友達と2人で参加しました。当日は友達、カップル、ひとりの方など、さまざま方とご一緒でした。
船のある港に着くと、すぐにマラサダをいただきます。
周りから、「すごく美味しいよー!」と聞いていましたが、個人的に1回食べれば良いかんじ。笑
出航後は、安全祈願とイルカに会えますようにと、みんなで歌をうたいます。
追加料金でウエットスーツを貸し出してもらえますが、わたしの時はほぼ全員借りていました。4月に行きましたが、ハワイの海でも少し肌寒かったので結果として借りて大正解でした。その場で10ドルでかりられます。
イルカが良く見えるスポットまでは、みんなで船の縁に座り、マリンアトラクション♪船はすごく揺れるので、すごい迫力です。
イルカを発見したら、すぐにみんなでダイビング!泳げないか方でも、スタッフの方が引っ張っていってくれるので安心です。
水がすごくきれいで、イルカが泳いでいるのがはっきり見え、水族館で泳いでいる感覚になります。
その後も、シュノーケリングをしたりと、自分たちだけではできないようなことをたくさん経験させていただきました!
ちなみに、船はかなり揺れるので、酔いやすい方は酔いどめ必須です。
でも、酔ってリバースしてしまっても、スタッフの方はいやな顔ひとつせず優しく対応して下さりますので、安心して下さいね!
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/20 |
Reviewed by: Peter Muth
Within 3 weeks in Hawaii packed with exciting excursions including helicopter flights, scuba diving and hiking, this was the initial reason to travel all the way from Germany - and it was worth it !!!
My wife always wanted to see those animals in the wild, and our guide dropped us right in front of a group of dolphins.
Wonderful - Great day out !!!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/13 |
Reviewed by: Nシスターズ
I participated with my sister.
Although we had an early morning gathering, the president of the Dolphin Junior High School cheered up the participants, who were still waking up and feeling low-energy. From the car windows, we were able to see "This Tree, What Tree," Pearl Harbor, and the Disney Hotel, which gave us a bit of a sightseeing experience.
I was a bit anxious after hearing that there were two days the previous week when we couldn't see dolphins, but after about 10 minutes of departing from the port, we dove right into the sea! When the captain shouted, "Look down!!" I desperately peered into the water, and there they were—the dolphins I had longed to see! Not only did I get to see them, but I was truly moved to hear their "kyu-kyu" sounds.
After that, we moved to a tropical fish and honu spot. When we had food, aggressive tropical fish swarmed around us (laughs). We also managed to meet a honu that was napping.
Originally, this was supposed to be the end, but because we found the dolphins early, we were given a special second dolphin dive! We were able to see an even larger group of dolphins than the first time, which was incredibly exciting!
Actually, my sister had been feeling a bit unwell since the morning, but she completely recovered without realizing it. It seemed like the dolphins had healed her.
Thank you to everyone at Dolphin Junior High for the fun lesson! ^^
姉妹で参加させていただきました。
早朝の集合でしたが、
車内では寝起きでテンション低めの参加者達をイルカ中学会長さんが盛り上げてくださり、
車窓からは「この木なんの木」やパールハーバー、ディズニーホテルなどを見ることできて
ちょっとした観光気分を味わうことができました。
前週に2日イルカに会えない日があったと聞いて若干不安でしたが、
港を出発して10分程ですぐに海へダイブ!
船長さんの「シタヲミテー!!」の言葉で必死に海中を覗くと、
念願のイルカが!!
姿を見ることができたのはもちろんのこと、
「キューキュー」という鳴き声を聞くことができたのには本当に感動しました。
その後は熱帯魚&ホヌスポットへ移動。
餌を持っていると、わらわらと群がってくるアグレッシブな熱帯魚たち(笑)
お昼寝中だったホヌにも何とか会うことができました。
本来はこれで終了らしいのですが、
イルカの発見が早かったからとのことで、
特別に2回目のイルカダイブ!
1回目よりもさらに大群のイルカ達を見ることができて大感動!!
実は朝から若干体調が悪かった妹ですが、
知らぬ間にすっかり回復。
イルカ達に癒されたようでした。
イルカ中学のみなさん、楽しい授業をありがとうございました^^
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/18 |
Reviewed by: Toru Nakaya
We participated as a couple. We left early in the morning and drove for an hour to the West Coast, a place not often visited by tours. During the drive, our enthusiastic guide shared a wealth of information about the tour, Hawaii, personal introductions, and safety instructions, keeping the conversation lively until we reached our destination.
After using the restroom, we changed into wetsuits, which were available for a voluntary fee of $10. They even had sizes for my larger frame. It was a good decision to rent one since the water was still cold. We encountered dolphins shortly after setting sail. Following the captain's and the guide's instructions, we entered the water. There were a lot of dolphins! I never expected to see them so soon; it felt like a natural aquarium. We were treated to numerous dolphin jumps and even spotted sea turtles, along with octopuses and various tropical fish. The weather was perfect, with no wind, making for the best conditions. For my wife, who is not a strong swimmer, they provided something like a floatation device. Normally, life jackets are available, so it's not necessary, but those who feel scared might want to borrow one.
夫婦で参加しました。早朝に出発し車で1時間、あまりツアーで行かない西海岸へ行きます。
車の中でテンションの高いガイドさんから、おもしろおかしくツアーのこと、ハワイのこと、自己紹介、注意事項など盛りだくさんのお話があります。沈黙することなく目的地に到着。
トイレを済ませ、ウェットスーツに着替えます。任意で10ドルです。太目の私のサイズもありました。海の中はまだ寒いので借りてよかったです。出航してすぐにイルカに遭遇。キャプテンと学級委員(ガイド)の指示で海に入ります。大量のイルカです。こんなに早くお目にかかるとは!天然の水族館です。イルカのジャンプを何度も見せてくれました。ウミガメも見ることができました。他にもタコやいろんな熱帯魚。当日は風もなく天候にも恵まれ最高のコンディションでした。泳ぎの苦手な妻には浮輪のようなものを貸してくださいました。本来はライフジャケットがあるので必要ありません。それでも怖いひとは借りておくとよいでしょう。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/15 |
Reviewed by: tamucho
☆Private Dolphin Middle School☆
We were picked up at 6:25 AM, and although we were worried about the cloudy weather in Waikiki, we arrived at Waianae Harbor on the West Coast in about an hour, and the sun started to shine. The dolphin watching was conducted in a classroom format with a tour guide. Mr. TAKAO's explanations (he looked a lot like Tetsuya Takeda) prioritized the safety of the participants, and he prayed in the morning for everyone to encounter dolphins.
Before we reached the point, our feelings and prayers were answered, and we encountered a pod of bottlenose dolphins. Feeling optimistic, we first went snorkeling at a spot with sea turtles and fish to get accustomed to the water. There was an explanation that those who are sensitive to the cold water temperature could rent a wetsuit for $10, and many people took advantage of that. I was fine in the water with my long-sleeved rash guard, but the wind after getting back on the boat was tough; I managed to cope with my towel.
With the keen eyes of our dolphin-finding captain, we changed locations a few times and jumped into the water!
At first, everyone was so eager to see the dolphins that we struggled to communicate with them, and they seemed to swim away. However, after a few attempts and relaxing a bit, we could hear the dolphins' sounds up close, like "kyurukyuru."
With the captain's visual spotting from the boat and Mr. TAKAO's accurate guidance, we heard the call to "look down, look down." A few dolphins swam really close to us. It was such a joy to meet wild dolphins freely moving in the vast ocean!
I definitely want to join this tour again, and next time I want to participate in Dolphin University as well. I'm a little proud of the eco bag we received as a graduation certificate!
☆私立イルカ中学☆
早朝6:25ピックアップ、ワイキキの曇天を気にしてたけれどウエスト・コーストのワイアナエ港に約一時間で到着どんどん晴れてきて。イルカウオッチングをバスの中から授業形態にしてのツアーガイド。TAKAOさんの説明(武田鉄矢に超似てました)参加者さんたちの安全第一、皆がイルカと遭遇できるように朝一でお祈りしてきてくれました。
皆の気持ちと祈りが通じてポイントに到着前に、ハンドウイルカの群れと遭遇。幸先の良さを感じつつ、この日は先にウミガメやお魚たちのいるポイントでシュノーケルの身体慣らし。バスの中から水温が低くて寒いの苦手な方は10ドルでウエットスーツ借りられる説明があり、何人もの方が借りてました。私は長袖のラッシュガードで水中は全く大丈夫でしたが船に上がってからの風が堪えました、持参のバスタオルでどうにかしのげましたが。
イルカ探しの名人キャプテンの目で数回場所を変えながら、水中にイン!
最初は皆のイルカだイルカと気持ちが先走り上手くイルカさんたちとのコミュニケーションが取れず、逃げられちゃってる感じでしたが数回のチャレンジで気負いが取れてリラックスしたせいか「キュルキュル」とイルカさんたちの声まで聞こえる近さに。
キャプテンの船上からの目視とガイドのTAKAOさんの的確な判断で「下観て、下観て」の声が。ほんとに近くを数頭が泳いでくるんです。大海原を自由に動き回ってる野生のイルカとの対面うれしかったぁ~^^
また参加したいツアーだし、今度はイルカ大学にも参加したいです。卒業証書としていただいたエコバックちょっと自慢です^^;
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/16 |
Reviewed by: いるかちゃん
I was extremely satisfied!!!!!
The meeting was quite early in the morning and the price was reasonable, but it was definitely worth it!
We were blessed with good weather and the conditions were excellent with no waves.
On the way to the dolphin spot, we encountered a whale! We were able to see the whale's tail.
This year, I plan to buy a lottery ticket.
We discovered a group of about 50 dolphins in the clearest waters on the West Coast.
We jumped in at the perfect timing thanks to our amazing captain.
We were able to see the dolphins up close multiple times!
That sight is something I will never forget; it left a lasting impression on my heart.
Next, we headed to the sea turtle spot.
On the way there, we encountered whales again.
It seemed like a mother and baby whale were practicing their jumps.
At the sea turtle spot, we saw six sea turtles!
We were able to see them up close.
The fish in the sea were also incredibly beautiful.
In the beautiful sea, I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close, and I encountered whales as well.
I was captivated by the rich land...
I am extremely, extremely, extremely satisfied!
Next, I want to go to Dolphin University and Manta University!
超超大満足でした!!!!!
かなーーーーり朝早い集合でお値段もそこそこしますが、十分価値のあるものです!
天候にも恵まれ、波のなくコンディション抜群でした。
イルカスポットへ向かっている途中。
くじらに遭遇しました!くじらのシッポをみることができました。
今年は宝くじを購入しようと思います。
西海岸で一番海の透明感が高いところで、イルカさん50匹くらいの団体さんを発見。
超いけてる船長さんのタイミングで入水。
ばっちり間近でイルカを何度も見ることができました!
あの光景は今でも忘れられません。それくらい心に残ります。
続いて、ウミガメさんのスポットへ。
またその移動途中、クジラに遭遇。
どうやらクジラ親子がジャンプの練習をしている様子でした。
ウミガメスポットには6匹のウミガメさんが!
間近で見ることができました。
海のお魚さんもすごーーーーくきれいでした。
きれいな海で、超間近でイルカ・ウミガメにあえ
クジラにも遭遇。
豊かな大地にも心を奪われ、、、、。
超超超大満足です!
次はイルカ大学・マンタ大学にもいきたいです!
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| Packages: | 卒業旅行限定プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was moved by how close I could see and swim with the dolphins, which was beyond comparison to regular dolphin watching! I'm so glad I participated; it was a great decision! Seeing wild dolphins spin around and come back was such a joy. They are so cute.
When we saw the dolphins, their group behavior was incredibly impressive and overwhelming.
- Even if you're anxious about swimming or snorkeling, it's okay! We weren't great swimmers, but they lent us floaties and the instructors provided support, so we felt safe. They also taught us about the dolphins' habits, points of interest, and precautions on the bus, making it easy for beginners. The instructors were incredibly quick at spotting the dolphins.
I did get seasick and had to step away for a bit, but I could still see the dolphins from the boat. It became a wonderful memory.
Also, the cheese and donuts we had as snacks along the way were delicious! Thank you for everything. I want to do this again when I go to Hawaii!
イルカウォッチングとは比較にならないほどの間近で、イルカが見れ一緒に泳げたことに感動しました!!!!
参加して良かったです!大正解!!野生のイルカがくるっとまわったり、途中で戻ってきたり、自然のイルカを見れて幸せです。かわいい。
イルカが見れた時、集団で行動しているので迫力満点で圧倒されます。
・泳ぎやシュノーケルに不安があっても大丈夫でした!!
私たちは泳ぎが苦手でしたが、浮輪貸していただいたりインストラクターの方がサポートしていただけたので安心です。またバスの中でイルカについて習性やポイント、注意点を色々教えて頂いたりするので、初心者でも大丈夫でした。
インストラクターの方がイルカを見つけるのが早いこと早いこと。
また船酔いで途中離脱してしまいましたが、船からもイルカが見えました。
いい思い出になりました。
あと途中のチーズとドーナツのおやつがおいしいww
色々とお世話になりました。
またハワイにいったらいきたいな~!!
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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: | 2014/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/02/03 |
Reviewed by: SAKI KUBOTA
This time, it was my first trip to Hawaii with a friend. While looking through the guidebook, I discovered a tour where you can swim with dolphins! Plus, it was on sale at Alan1.net, so I felt lucky.
The day before the tour, I called the dolphin center for a confirmation, and they informed me that due to fewer participants, the start time would be moved from 9 AM to 6 AM. With the 9 AM start, I was able to enjoy my afternoon since it would end around 3 PM, which was great. I was happy to make good use of my time.
In the morning, I got into the pickup car, and the lecture at the center began. Takao's lecture was very enjoyable and interesting. I was a bit nervous when they mentioned that the sea was rough in the morning and that the tour might be canceled, but thankfully, it went ahead as planned.
The seawater was cold that day, so I rented a wetsuit for $100. It was a nice wetsuit without any holes.
While searching for dolphins, I spotted a whale's spout in the distance. When we got a little closer, I was lucky enough to see the tails of a mother and baby whale several times.
Next, we discovered a pod of dolphins and entered the water to swim with them. It was a bit cold. I tried hard to kick my legs to get closer to the dolphins, but I couldn't get very close. Unfortunately, the water was murky due to the rough sea the day before, so the visibility wasn't great. I was disappointed because I had assumed Hawaii would always be beautiful.
Although I couldn't see the dolphins clearly, they appeared mystical like shadows. I was really glad to see them swimming on the surface and diving deep.
After that, we went snorkeling at a different spot. The visibility there was outstanding, and you could see all the way to the bottom, but there were no tropical fish at all. I didn't see any sea turtles either, but meeting the dolphins and whales made it a truly wonderful experience. I want to go back to Hawaii again to see the dolphins.
今回は、友達と2人で初めてのハワイ旅行でした。ガイドブックを見ているとなんとイルカと泳げるツアーを発見!しかもAlan1.netだとsaleで割引になっていてラッキーでした。
ツアー前日イルカ中学に事前確認の電話をすると明日は参加者が少ないので9時からが早朝の6時からになるとお知らせがありました。9時からだと午後3時ぐらいまでがお昼の12時ぐらいまでになったので午後からバッチリ遊べるのでラッキーでした。時間を有効に使えるのでうれしかったです。
朝迎えの車に乗り中学での講義が始まりました。タカオさんの講義はとっても楽しく面白かったです。朝、海が荒れてたみたいで中止になるかもしれないと言われとてもドキドキしましたが無事決行できました。
その日は海水は冷たかったので100ドルでウェットスーツを貸してもらいました。きれいなウエットスーツで穴などは空いてなかったです。
イルカを探してると遠方になんとクジラの潮吹きが見えました。もう少し近づいてもらうと親子のクジラのしっぽを何回も見ることができ、ラッキーでした。
次はイルカの群れを発見し一緒に泳ごうと海の中に入りました。ちょっと冷たかったです。イルカに近づこうと頑張ってバタ足したけどなかなか近づけなかったです。そして残念なことに前日海が荒れていたので濁って透明度が良くなかったです。ハワイはいつでもきれいと思い込んでいたのでがっかりでした。
イルカはしっかり見えなかったけど陰影みたいに見れて神秘的でした。
水面を泳いでる姿や深く潜っていく姿も見れて本当によかったです。
その後はシュノーケルを違うポイントにしに行きました。そこは透明度抜群で下の方まで透き通ってたのですが、熱帯魚は全くいなかったです。海ガメも見れなかったけど、イルカとクジラに会えたのでとっても素晴らしい体験になりました。またハワイに行った時はイルカに会いに行きたいです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/19 |
Reviewed by: yossy
I went to Hawaii for the first time on my honeymoon. I wanted to do something that felt Hawaiian, so I chose this tour. The tour guide (being a dolphin enthusiast, he humorously called himself the class representative) was very friendly and had a great vibe, making the bus ride to our destination a lot of fun. Fortunately, the weather was clear, and we had great visibility. First, we encountered whales on the boat and were able to see them spouting water several times. We also spotted sea turtles popping their heads up to the surface. When we saw the dorsal fins of dolphins, we all jumped in at once. It was my first time snorkeling in deep water, and I was surprised by how big the waves were. However, I was thrilled to see dolphins swimming just below me! We were able to see them in relatively shallow water, and they were huge, which was so moving. To top it off, we even saw a baby dolphin swimming while nursing! This seemed to be quite a rare sighting, so we were lucky.
We then changed locations to see sea turtles and schools of fish. We were able to swim close to about four sea turtles together. When we fed the fish some cheese, they quickly gathered around us, which was adorable. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to touch any fish.
Being in the ocean was quite challenging, but I got to see so many amazing things, and we were even guided to a power spot, making it a truly wonderful experience. I highly recommend this tour!
新婚旅行で初めてハワイに行きました。何かハワイらしいことをしたいと思ってこのツアーを選びました。ツアーの添乗員さん(イルカ中学なだけに肩書きは学級委員さん)はとっても気さくなノリの良い方で、行きのバスからとても楽しい時間でした。運よく晴れて視界も良好、まずはボート上でクジラと遭遇して潮吹きを数回みれました。ウミガメもちょくちょく顔を水面に出して来たのをみれました。イルカの背びれが水面に見えたのを確認してみんなで一斉に飛び込みました。深い海の中でシュノーケリングしたのは初めてでしたが、波がかなり大きくてびっくりしました。ですがイルカがすぐに下にいて興奮!しかも結構海の浅い所でみれたのでめちゃ大きくて感動しました。しかもおっぱいを飲みながら泳ぐ赤ちゃんイルカまで!!!これはかなり珍しいことだったようでラッキーでした。場所を変えて、ウミガメと魚の群れを見に行きました。ウミガメは4匹くらい一緒になっているところを近くで泳げました。魚にはチーズをやるとどんどん寄って来て可愛かったです。残念ながら私は魚を触れませんでした。
すごく海の中にいるのは大変でしたが、こんなにいろいろ見れて、しかもパワースポットまで案内してもらえてすごくいい体験をさせて頂きました。ぜひお勧めしたいツアーです!
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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: | 2014/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/02/10 |
Reviewed by: yoko
This was my second time in Hawaii. The first time, I only did the typical sightseeing around Waikiki and shopping malls, so this time I really wanted to get on a boat and go out to sea. I applied for this tour that was looking for monitors and participated with a friend. There were no issues during the pickup, and on the way to the location, we listened to the tour guide's stories, and since it was early in the morning, we took a nap for the remaining time. On the bus, we were lucky enough to spot a whale! Once we arrived, it was cold, so we put on wetsuits. At that time, all participants paid an additional fee of $10 for the option. After heading out, we had a hard time encountering dolphins, but perhaps due to the season, we spotted several whales! Next, we went snorkeling and encountered a green sea turtle. It was so moving to swim together! After that, we looked for dolphins again but couldn't find any. However, I was very satisfied.
ハワイは二度目でした。一度目はワイキキ周辺やショッピングモールなどの定番観光で終わっていたため、今回はぜひ船に乗り海へ出たいと考えていました。そこで、モニター募集のあったこちらのツアーに応募し、参加させていただきました。友人と二人での参加です。ピックアップの際も問題なく、現地に着くまではツアーガイドの方のお話を聞き、残り時間は早朝だったため仮眠となりました。行きのバスの車中で、ラッキーな事にクジラを目撃することが出来ました!現地についてからは、寒さを感じるためウェットスーツを着用しました。その際、参加者皆さんがオプションで10ドルの追加料金を支払いました。沖に出てからは、イルカになかなか出会えず、しかしながら時期であったためか、クジラを何頭も目撃しました!次にスノーケリングをし、アオウミガメに遭遇しました。一緒に泳ぐ事が出来てとても感動しました!その後もう一度イルカを探しましたが見つからず。けれどもとても満足できました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/31 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Seeing dolphins up close like this was a first for me, and it's a memory that stands out from my trip to Hawaii. I participated with a friend, and there were others who came with friends, couples, and even some solo travelers. On the way to the ocean, it was raining, and I wasn't sure how things would turn out, but by the time we boarded the boat, the weather cleared up, and we were able to swim in the ocean under a blue sky. It was a bit chilly, so I wore a wetsuit, and I was glad I borrowed one.
After the boat set out, we heard there were dolphins, so we jumped into the water. When I looked down at the signal from the instructor, I was truly moved to see so many dolphins. I could even hear their sounds and saw baby dolphins as well. According to the instructor, there were more dolphins than usual in the past few days, and they were swimming close by, so I think it was a really good day for this experience. After that, we moved the boat a bit more and were able to see sea turtles too.
I was worried about seasickness, but none of the participants got sick. The instructor was also really entertaining. Thank you very much. I think this is a wonderful activity that offers a fantastic experience.
イルカをこんなにも身近に見たのは初めてで、ハワイ旅行の中でもとても印象に残る思い出です。
私は友人と2人で参加しました。他の方は友人同士やカップル、お一人で参加されている方もいました。当日、海に向かっているときは雨が降っており、どうなるのかわからないという感じでしたが、いざ船に乗るときは天気が回復し、青空の中海で泳ぐことができました。少し肌寒かったのでウェットスーツを着用しましたが、借りて良かったと思いました。
船が出て少しすると、イルカがいるということで、海に入り、先生の合図で下を見るとイルカがたくさんいて本当に感動しました。イルカの声を聞くこともでき、赤ちゃんイルカも見ることができました。先生いわく、ここ数日で一番イルカたちがたくさんいて、近くを泳いでいるということで、とても良い条件の日だったのだと思います。その後は、また船で少し移動しウミガメも見ることができました。
船酔いが心配でしたが、参加者の誰も船酔いになりませんでした。また、先生が本当に面白い方でした。ありがとうございました。素敵な体験ができるアクティビティだと思います。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I am convinced that this was the most meaningful and memorable tour among all the tours in Hawaii! I have experienced various ocean activities, but swimming with wild dolphins was truly an emotional moment.
On a still chilly early morning, as we boarded the boat for the tour, we were able to see a sea turtle right before departure! Our guide, Sue, told us that "seeing a sea turtle in Hawaii brings happiness," which heightened everyone's anticipation for the tour.
However, due to an engine failure, we were unable to depart for an hour, and just as I was starting to give up thinking it might be canceled, the issue was resolved and we were able to set sail safely.
As soon as we departed, we encountered a mother and baby whale, and everyone was filled with emotion. Furthermore, we were able to see the heart-shaped tail of a whale, which is said to be a rare sight, and it was so moving that I felt like crying.
On that day, our guide was also able to see a bottlenose dolphin for the first time in Hawaii! It seemed we wouldn't have seen it an hour earlier, and thanks to the trouble, it was a series of miracles. I was truly filled with happiness as I experienced the power and beauty of the wild whales and dolphins right in front of me.
The guide from Dolphin Middle School was attentive to everyone on the tour, and more than anything, they were great at keeping the energy up, conveying a strong desire for us to experience this emotion! I believe this is something you absolutely must experience when you come to Hawaii!!!
ハワイのあらゆるツアーの中で、最も有意義で想い出に刻まれるツアーだと確信しました!
様々な海のアクティビティを体験してきましたが、野性のイルカと泳ぐというのは、本当に感動的な瞬間でした。
まだ肌寒い早朝、ツアーへのボートに乗り込むと、出航前からいきなり海カメを見ることができました!ガイドのスーさんが「ハワイで海カメを見ると幸せになれる」と教えてくれて皆のツアーへの期待がさらに高まりました。
しかし、エンジンの故障で一時間出航できず、このまま欠航なんでは…とあきらめかけた時、故障が直り無事出航することができました。
出航するやいなや、クジラの親子連れに遭遇し、皆が感動に包まれました。さらに、めったに見ることができないと言われているクジラのハート型の尾びれを見ることができ、涙が出そうなくらい感動しました。
そして、その日はガイドさんもハワイでは初めて見るというバンドウイルカに会うことができました!!一時間前には会えなかったようで、トラブルのおかげで、まさに奇跡の連続でした。すぐ目の前にいる野生のクジラやイルカの迫力と美しい海を体感することができ、本当に幸せな気持ちに満たされました。
イルカ中学のガイドさんは、ツアー全員への気配りが行き届いており、何より盛り上げ上手で、この感動を体感してほしい!という強い気持ちが私たちにも伝わってきました。
ハワイに来たら絶対に体験するべきだと思います!!!
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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: | 2014/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/24 |
Reviewed by: イルカsisters
During my first trip to Hawaii, I wanted to do some activities before heading back, and I found Dolphin School. Since we could see wild dolphins and sea turtles, we signed up without hesitation. Once we arrived in Hawaii, the hotel contacted us, and we received a confirmation call on the morning of the tour, with reliable pick-up and drop-off services. Since this was a personally booked activity rather than a tour option, I was a bit anxious about what to expect, but I was honestly surprised by the exceptional service provided by the Japanese staff.
On the day of the activity, it was a bit windy, but relatively warm and sunny, allowing us to proceed with our planned activities. Thanks to the instructors' careful guidance and the warm consideration of the boat staff, even as complete beginners, we felt safe entering the water and swimming with fins and masks. At first, the dolphins were elusive, and we searched around by boat. (However, because of that, we were able to see whales multiple times!) We changed locations and discovered some adorable sea turtles. During this time, the captain communicated with other boats, and when information about dolphins came in, we moved to that location. As the end time approached and everyone was starting to lose hope, we received information that dolphins were nearby, so we moved the boat and entered the water to search. Then… while swimming underwater with the instructor leading us, we spotted a pod of dolphins below us!!! We swam alongside them, watched dolphins approaching us, and observed them up close as they surfaced—an experience we could never have in Japan!
Although finding the dolphins was challenging that day, they extended our time on the boat by about 15 minutes, allowing us to experience such emotions in nature, resulting in the best activity ever. I am truly grateful to everyone at Dolphin School. They also ensured we were safely returned to our hotel and sent us photos and emails the same day, making me feel throughout the experience that "choosing Dolphin School was the right decision." Thank you for a lifetime of memories! I believe it made for a wonderful trip to Hawaii!! I want to swim with dolphins again!!!
初めてのハワイで何かアクティビティをして帰りたいと思い、探していたところイルカ中学を見つけました。野生のイルカ&ウミガメを見られるということで、私たちは迷わず申し込みました。ハワイに着いたらホテルに連絡があり、当日の朝も確認の電話が入り、送り迎えもしっかりしてくれました。ツアーのオプションでなく、個人的に申し込んだアクティビティだったので、どんなものなのか少し不安もありましたが、日本人スタッフによる期待以上のサービスに正直驚きました。
当日は少し風が強かったものの、比較的暖かく晴れており、予定通りの活動が出来ました。そして、インストラクターの丁寧な指導や乗船スタッフのあたたかい心遣いで、足ヒレをつけるのもマスク・シュノーケルを装着するのも全く初心者であった私たちでも安心して海に入り泳ぐことができました!!最初はイルカがなかなか出てきてくれず、ボートで探し回りました。(しかしそのおかげでクジラは何回も見ることが出来ましたが♪)場所を変え、かわいいウミガメは発見できました。その間も船長さんが他の船と連絡を取り合い、イルカの情報が入るとそこへ移動してくれました。終了の時間も迫り、みんな諦めモードになっていたそのとき、イルカがいるという情報が入ったので近くの場所までボートを動かし、海に入って探しました。すると…インストラクターの先生にリードしてもらいながら海の中を泳いでいたら、下のほうにイルカの群れを見つけることが出来たのです!!!一緒に泳いで、群れをはずれて近づいてくるイルカを見たり、水面から出るイルカたちを間近で見たり、日本では経験できないような体験をさせてもらいました!
この日は、イルカ探しが難航しましたが、予定より乗船時間を15分ほど延長してくれて、自然の中でこんな感動を味わわせてくれて、結果的に最高のアクティビティでした。イルカ中学の皆さんには本当に感謝です。帰りもホテルまでしっかり送り届けてもらい、その日のうちに写真やメールを届けてくれ、最初から最後まで「イルカ中学にして良かった」という気持ちにさせてくれる内容でした☆★一生の思い出をありがとうございました。おかげで素晴らしいハワイ旅行になったと思います!!またイルカと泳ぎたいです!!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/16 |
Reviewed by: やっち
This was our first trip to Hawaii with our sixth grader and preschooler. We signed up for Dolphin School because we wanted to give them a wonderful experience. At first, I hesitated because it seemed expensive for the whole family, but in the end, I felt it was a fantastic experience for the price! It took just over an hour by shuttle bus from the Waikiki area to West Oahu. From there, we took a banana boat-style speedboat out to sea to look for dolphins! Amazingly, we encountered a pod of dolphins just one minute after setting sail! We all jumped into the water, and as we looked underwater, about 20 dolphins swam right beneath us. There were baby dolphins too! It was an incredible experience! We encountered dolphin pods several more times! Along the way, we were thrilled to see a manta ray, which gracefully swam right below us! Since it was such a special day, the captain confidently said that we might also see whales and took the boat further out! I thought seeing a whale was a long shot, but...
We actually encountered a humpback whale! And it was close! Plus, it was a mother and calf! The boat was filled with excitement and happiness. Right after hearing that seeing a whale's tail brings good luck, we were lucky enough to see one jump right in front of us, and we all got to see its tail! They said this might be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I certainly agreed (^ω^). To see dolphins, manta rays, and whales all in one day was amazing! The kids were so moved, their eyes wide with wonder! However, when the whale appeared, it seemed like they were too seasick to enjoy it. Even the adults were excited at Dolphin School. All the staff were friendly and fun to talk to, and I’m really glad we chose Dolphin School! Next time we go to Hawaii, I’ll try the university program!
For those planning to participate! The staff suggested leaving cameras at the port, so we did, but I think you can bring them as long as you’re careful not to drop them on the boat! Unfortunately, we have no photos of such a wonderful experience. They do sell a DVD with photos taken by the staff, but since it included other people and was a bit pricey, we decided against it. Also, make sure to eat a little breakfast beforehand, or you’ll get hungry! Light snacks are served at the end.
小6と年長さんの男の子に連れての初ハワイ。何か素敵な体験をさせてあげたいとイルカ中学に申し込みました。最初は家族で申し込むと高いし、ちょっと悩みましたが、結果安かったと思うくらい素晴らしい体験ができました!ワイキキエリアから送迎バスで西オアフまで1時間ちょっと。そこから高速のバナナボート風のボートで沖にでてイルカを探しました!でもなんと出航1分でイルカの群れに遭遇!みんなで海に入り、海中を見ると20頭くらいの群れが私たちの真下を間近に通って行きました。赤ちゃんイルカも一緒でした!素晴らしい体験でした!そのあとも何度もイルカの群れに遭遇!途中、なんとダイバーの憧れのマンタが現れまたもや私たちの真下を悠々と泳いで行きました!そんな日だったので、船長さんが鯨も現れると断言してくれて更に沖に船を進めてくれました!さすがに鯨は~って思ったけれど
なんと!ザトウ鯨に遭遇!しかも近い!しかも親子!船上は興奮と幸せに包まれました。鯨の尾をみると幸せになれるという説明を聞いた直後にはなんと間近てジャンプまでしてくれてみんなで尾を見ることができました!こんな事はたぶんみなさんの人生で2度とないかもしれませんと言われて、確かにそうだなぁと思いました(^ω^)イルカも群れ、マンタ、鯨、全て見られるなんて!子供たちも感動して目を丸くしてました!でも鯨が現れたときは船酔いでそれどころではなかったみたいです。大人も興奮したイルカ中学。スタッフみなさんフレンドリーで話も楽しく、ほんとーにイルカ中学にしてよかった!またハワイに行ったら次は大学にチャレンジしてみます!
これから参加予定の方に!
スタッフの方にカメラは港においていった方がいいと言われたので置いて行きましたが船上では落とさないようにすれば撮れるので持っていってもいいと思います!私たちはそんなすてきや体験をしたの1枚も写真がなく、ちよっと残念。スタッフが撮った写真をDVDにして販売もしてくれますが、他の方も写っているものだし、ちょっと高かったのでやめました。あと朝ごはんは少し食べていかないとお腹すきます!軽食は最後に出るので。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/07 |
Reviewed by: もりもり
I visited on December 6, 2013. This time, I was picked up from Ko Olina, so it was very easy with only about a 30-minute ride. It saves about an hour compared to going from Honolulu, so I especially recommend it for those staying in Ko Olina. This tour had about 20 participants, with a wide age range from their 20s to 60s, which made it feel cozy and nice. The guide spoke only in Japanese, which made me feel very comfortable participating. From the port, we took a boat for about 20 to 30 minutes to reach an area where dolphins might be. The boat also passed through stunning scenery, so we could enjoy the views. The captain found a spot where dolphins were likely to be and prepared for snorkeling. After jumping into the water, we encountered a large group of dolphins just one minute later! There were about 20 dolphins gracefully swimming slowly about 7 to 8 meters away. I was surprised at how quickly we found them! After the group moved away, we returned to the boat and headed to the next spot. The second encounter was amazing, with a group of 30 to 40 dolphins. Furthermore, the dolphins came up close, just about 3 meters away. I could even hear their sounds, and it truly felt like we were swimming together. I recommend this experience for families, couples, and friends. The guide mentioned that encounters like this happen only about twice a year...
2013年12月6日に行ってきました。今回はコオリナからのピックアップでしたので、片道30分程でとても楽々でした。ホノルルから行くより1時間くらいは時間短縮出来るので、コオリナの宿泊の方は特にお勧めです。今回は20名ほどのツアーで、年齢層も20代~60代と幅広くこじんまりした感じで良かったです。ガイドもすべて日本語でとても安心して参加できました。港からは約20分~30分ほど船に乗り、イルカのいそうな場所へ向かいます。この船も絶景を通るので景色も堪能できます。船長がイルカのいそうな現場を見つけシュノーケル準備。海に飛び込み1分後、早速イルカの大群に遭遇!!!推進7~8メートルくらいを20頭ほどで優雅にゆっくりと泳いでます。こんなにすぐ!という感じでビックリ!一旦群れが去ったので船に戻り、次のスポットへ。2回目が凄く、群れが30~40頭。更にはイルカも上昇してきて、距離はわずか3メートルほど。泣き声も聞こえ、本当に一緒に泳いでいる感じでした。ご家族やカップルお友達同士、様々な方にお勧めです。※年に2回ほどは遭遇出来ないとガイドさんがおっしゃってました・・・。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with two friends. It had been my dream to swim with dolphins in Hawaii, so I had high expectations.
On the day of the tour, our guide, Su-san, was very entertaining, and we had a great time in the car on the way there.
Once we got into the water, it took a while for the dolphins to come close, but we were thrilled to see 5 to 8 dolphins swimming right below our group! It was so exciting! Later, when we moved to swim with the fish, we had fun feeding the beautiful tropical fish. I also saw a turtle swimming very close to me (probably within 1 to 2 meters) as it returned to its underwater habitat! That was also incredibly moving! I didn't see it, but I heard there were sea lions as well.
In addition to the dolphins and turtles, the scenery of the surrounding mountains was stunning. The weather was nice, and the divine, quintessentially Hawaiian landscape was absolutely beautiful.
Although it’s not a cheap tour, given the richness of the experience in just half a day, it was worth every penny! I heard there are tours where you can swim with manta rays on the Big Island, so if I get the chance, I definitely want to go! I had such a great time!
友人と3人で参加しました。以前から、ハワイに行ったらドルフィンスイムをするのが夢だったので期待大でした。
当日は、ガイドのすーさんが非常に面白く行きの車の中から楽しかったです。
海に入ってからはなかなかそばにイルカが来てくれなかったのですが、何と、自分たちのグループの真下をスーと5~8匹のイルカが泳いで行ったのを見れました!!大興奮!!
その後移動してお魚たちと泳いだ時も、綺麗な熱帯魚?たちに餌をあげれて楽しかったです。亀も自分のすぐ近く(たぶん1~2メートル範囲)をスーと泳いで、水中のすみか?に帰って行くのを見れました!これも大感動!私は見れなかったですが、アシカもいたとか。
また、イルカや亀だけではなく周辺の山側の景色も素晴らしかったです。天気が良かったこともあり、神々しくハワイらしい景色が非常に良かったです。
決して安いツアーでは無いですが、半日でこの充実ぶりなら惜しくない!!
ハワイ島ではマンタと泳げるツアーもあるとのことでしたので機会があれば絶対行きたいです。本当に楽しかった!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/04 |
Reviewed by: MMM
Since I participated from Kailua, I headed to the location without a shuttle. There is no tour desk at the site, so be careful as the meeting point is at a specific location. (I ended up going to the tour desk of another tour company.)
Since I used the second boat, we were able to use the large boat from Dolphin University, which was lucky because I got to eat a cheeseburger on the way back. The boat from Dolphin Junior High looked quite small, so that was good, but my friend got seasick and was throwing up, so it's best for those who get motion sickness to take medication before boarding. I also rented a wetsuit for $10. It serves as sunscreen and helps you float to some extent without a life jacket, so I recommend it.
We saw a lot of dolphins on the way to the point. I was excited to see baby dolphins jumping and being quite friendly. Unfortunately, we couldn't find any sea turtles at the point, but we enjoyed snorkeling there. The local staff were fishing.
It was a shame that there was no photographer accompanying us this time, so we didn't have any photos. It seems that a photographer doesn't accompany every trip, so it's a good idea to bring a disposable underwater camera for peace of mind. A friend who brought a waterproof camera seemed to have issues because they didn't have a housing for it, and it stopped working partway through. Also, the storage area under the bench isn't completely waterproof, so I think it's better to bring a beach bag that closes, like one made of vinyl.
On the way back, we saw a sea turtle taking a breath, which completed our mission. If you love dolphins, this is definitely an activity you'll enjoy.
カイルアからの参加だったので送迎なしで現地に向かいました。
現地にツアーデスクはなく、ポイント集合なので注意です。
(別のツアー会社のツアーデスクに行ってしまいました)
2便利用だったためか、戻ってきたイルカ大学の大きな船をそのまま使用できる
ことになり、帰りにチーズバーガーも食べられラッキーでした。
船もイルカ中学はかなり小さそうだったので、良かったですが
それでも友人は船酔いして吐きまくっていたので、酔う人は乗船前に
酔い止めを飲んだほうがベストです。
また、10ドルでウェットスーツも借りました。
日焼け止めにもなるし、ライフジャケットをつけなくてもある程度浮くのでオススメです。
イルカはポイントに向かう途中から沢山見られました。
赤ちゃんイルカもジャンプしたり、かなり友好的な姿に興奮しました。
ウミガメは残念ながらポイントにいっても発見できなかったのですが
そこではシュノーケルを楽しみました。
ロコのスタッフは魚を釣ってました。
今回、カメラマンが同行しなかったので写真が無くて残念でした。
毎回同行するわけではないようなので、使い捨ての水中カメラは持って行ったほうが安心です。防水カメラを持っていった友人はハウスをつけていなかったためか、途中で動かなくなってしまったようでした。
また、荷物入れはベンチの下で完全に防水なわけではないのでビニール製などの口が閉じるビーチバックを持って行ったほうがいいと思います。
帰りがけに息継ぎをするウミガメも見られてミッションコンプリートとなりました。
イルカが好きなら絶対楽しめるアクティビティですね。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/11/25 |
Reviewed by: Melissa McIntosh
We had a blast! It was the coolest experience we have ever had!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Jami
The girls were very knowledgeable and friendly - Jenna even made a nest of life jackets for me in the bow to lay out and get some sun when I was done swimming! They took us to an area with plenty of dolphins to see, and a few were as close as 5 feet away!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/11/07 |
Reviewed by: kazu
I came to Hawaii for my son's wedding.
I was scheduled to participate in Dolphin University, but I was transferred to the university due to boat maintenance.
Lucky!!
I got to see a lot of dolphins!!
My son and his wife participated in the tour the next day and they said they saw dolphins and whales.
Dolphin University, November 2, 2nd trip.
息子の結婚式でハワイに来ました。
イルカ中学に参加予定でしたが船のメンテナンスのため大学に編入されました。
ラッキー!!
いっぱいイルカを見れました!!
息子夫婦は翌日のツアーに参加しイルカとクジラが見れたそうです。
イルカ大学 11月2日 2便
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/11/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/11/02 |
Reviewed by: kaotuku
I was able to see so many dolphins! It seems to be the season when baby dolphins are around, and their cuddly appearance was adorable. When I was snorkeling and lost track of where they were, the staff on the boat pointed them out, so I could find them right away. I also got to see a rare seal, which made it a very lucky day.
I'm glad I rented a wetsuit. With it, I could float without a life jacket, and since it got colder, I think it was essential. The staff really made an effort to show us many dolphins, and it turned out to be a very fulfilling time. I had a great time!!
本当にたくさんのイルカを見ることができました!
ちょうど赤ちゃんイルカがいる時期らしく、一緒にくっついている
姿がかわいかったです。シュノーケルで潜っているときに、どこにいるか
見失っても、ボートからスタッフの方が、あっちだと指さしてくれるので
すぐに見つけることができました。珍しいアザラシも見ることができ
とてもラッキーな日だったと思います。
ウエットスーツはやっぱり借りてよかったです。
あればライフジャケットなしでも浮いていられるし、だんだん寒く
なってくるので、必須だと思いました。
スタッフのみなさんが、イルカたちをたくさん見せようとしてくれて
とても充実した時間になりました。楽しかったです!!
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/08 |
Reviewed by: かずひろ
I'm glad I chose this place, even though there were many similar activities available. After just five minutes on the boat, I was able to swim with the dolphins, and I also had the chance to watch them swim alongside the boat for a while, which was very satisfying. I was also able to see the turtles up close. It would be even better if they could sell only the photos that include us.
似たようなアクティブたくさんありましたが、ここにしてよかったと思います。
イルカは船に乗って5分後には一緒に泳ぐこともできましたし、そのあとも船の横を並んで泳ぐのをじっくり見れたりと、とても満足出来ました。
亀もじっくり見ることができました。
写真は自分たちの写っているのだけを売っていただけると、なおいいかと。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/05 |
Reviewed by: くまねこ
I was able to see a lot of dolphins from the boat!
There were baby dolphins doing spinning jumps everywhere. Even when I watched the video later, I was very moved.
Next was snorkeling.
It was my first time snorkeling. On top of that, I can only swim dog paddle, but thanks to the buoyancy, even though my position was unstable, I was able to see dolphins, sea turtles, and rays in the ocean.
I think those with snorkeling experience or who can swim will enjoy it even more!
ボートからたくさんのイルカたちが見れました‼
あちこちで子イルカ達が回転ジャンプをしていていました。
動画で撮ったものを後から見ても、とても感激します。
次はシュノーケル。
私はシュノーケルは始めて。おまけに泳ぎは犬かきのみですが、浮力で体勢が不安定ながら海の中でもイルカとウミガメ、エイを見る事ができました。
シュノーケル経験者や泳げる方は、もっともっと楽しめると思います
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/14 |
Reviewed by: もも太郎
Picked up near the hotel just after 6 AM. It took about an hour to reach the harbor, and during the bus ride, our cute and fun guide, who looked like a half-model, explained various things to us. According to the guide, the weather is starting to get colder, so everyone borrowed wetsuits. This choice turned out to be a good one… it also helps prevent sunburn.
When we arrived at the harbor, we put on our wetsuits and set off! Unexpectedly, we encountered a pod of dolphins right away and started snorkeling. It was overwhelming to see wild dolphins up close for the first time… we were really lucky to meet so many dolphins so quickly! The staff were also moved by the experience.
Since we didn’t spend much time searching for dolphins, we had a longer snorkeling session at another location afterward. Here, we were able to see many sea turtles and vibrant tropical fish, which was also amazing! Actually, I was so impressed by the snorkeling on the previous moon tour that this experience felt even more special… (>_<) Even with a decent number of participants, the snorkeling points at Dolphin School are spacious, so it doesn’t feel crowded, and the water clarity and number of fish were significantly better.
There seems to be a full-day Dolphin University tour as well, but I think it was a good choice to go with this one since it’s less physically demanding. It also seemed like there were fewer people here. There were a couple of girls who were down due to seasickness or fatigue, so for those who are worried, taking motion sickness medication is a must.
A friend who enjoys diving was also impressed. It’s a highly satisfying tour! I recommend it!!
朝6時過ぎに宿泊ホテル近くでピックアップ。
片道1時間くらいかけてハーバーまで向かいましたが、行きのバスの中では
ハーフモデルのような可愛くて楽しいガイドさんがいろいろ解説をしてくれました。
ガイドさんによると、そろそろ寒くなってくる季節とのことで全員がウェットスーツを借りました。
この選択は正解だったなあ…日焼け防止にもなるし。
ハーバーに着くと、ウェットスーツを着て出発!
予想外にもすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇し、シュノーケリング開始。生まれて初めて間近で見る野生のイルカたちに感無量…とってもラッキーだったみたいで、こんなにたくさんのイルカたちにすぐに会えるなんて!とスタッフさんたちも皆感動。
イルカ探しに時間がかからなかったので、その後の別の場所でのシュノーケリング時間が長くなりました。
ここでも、沢山のウミガメと鮮やかな熱帯魚を見ることができてまたも感動!
実は、このツアーの前に参加していた月のツアーでのシュノーケリングがあんまりよくなったので感動もひとしおで…(>_<)
イルカ中学は、参加人数がある程度いてもシュノーケリングポイントが広いのでごちゃごちゃしないし、海の透明度も魚の数も格段に上でした。
1日がかりのイルカ大学もあるようですが、結構体力を消耗するのでこちらにしてよかったと思っています。人数もこちらの方が少なそうだし。
船酔いか疲れたのかダウンしていた女の子が2,3人いたので、心配な人は酔い止め薬必須かも。
ダイビングが趣味の友人も感動していました。かなり満足度の高いツアーです(^^)おすすめ!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
There were a lot of dolphins, and I was able to see sea turtles and go whale watching too! I was truly moved when I got to swim with the dolphins.
イルカもいっぱいいて、ウミガメも見られたし、ホエールウォッチングもできました!本当にイルカと泳げたときは感動しました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/03/15 |
Reviewed by: オクムラカズミ
I joined the tour just to pass the time, but it was the most moving experience. As a diver, I've explored many seas, but I've never encountered so many dolphins and sea turtles.
暇つぶしで参加したツアーですが一番感動しました。私はダイバーなので色んな海を潜りましたが、こんなたくさんのイルカや海亀に出会えたことがありません。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/02 |
Reviewed by: M&K
On that day, the dolphins were swimming very fast, and I couldn't see them much.
Everyone was concerned and asked if I saw them, but even though I hadn't, I ended up giving a typical Japanese response of "I saw them." So, my time with the dolphins came to an end. I should have honestly said that I didn't see them much.
I was glad to see two turtles up close, though.
イルカがこの日はとても早く泳いでおり、あまり見れませんでした。
みなさん見れましたか?と気を使ってくれるのですが、見れてないのに「見れました」と日本人らしい回答をしてしまい、イルカとの時間は終了。
正直にあまり見れなかったといえばよかった。
亀は2匹も間近でみれてよかったです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/06 |
Reviewed by: いるか
I was able to meet many dolphins in the clear, deep blue sea! As soon as I entered the water, I could hear the dolphins communicating, and it was truly moving!! There was even a family with a baby (^^). I also got to see a large sea turtle, and it was really a wonderful experience. The guide was kind and seemed very experienced, so I felt safe participating. Thank you very much♪
透明度の高い真っ青な海でたくさんのイルカ達に会える事ができました!
海に入ったとたん、イルカ達の会話が聞こえて大感動!!
赤ちゃん連れの家族もいましたよ(^^)
大きな海ガメも見られたし、本当にステキな体験をさせていただきました。
ガイドさんは親切で、ベテランらしく安心して参加できました。
ありがとうございました♪
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/19 |
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Big mahalo for joining us and for your review! We do hope you "drop" in again and join us for another Dolphin Excursion. We value all guests and do love our return snorkel adventurers.