Reviewed by: shizuka
My first overseas trip was to Hawaii.
What I was looking forward to the most was the class with the dolphins.
There were 10 Japanese participants, including my mother and me, 6 foreigners, and 4 staff members...
I guess that made for quite a large group?
I took a spot right at the front of the boat, and despite being blown by the strong wind, I had a really fun time.
After a short ride, we spotted a whale!
It was quite close, and I could hear the sound of it spouting water.
After seeing the whale, we went searching for the dolphin teachers...
There they were!
A bottlenose dolphin teacher.
However, it seemed that the bottlenose dolphin couldn't swim with us, so we just watched it, but it swam alongside the boat.
It was so close that I felt like I could almost touch it!
I was so excited and thrilled!
I wanted to keep playing tag with it... (laughs)
Though it was hard to say goodbye to the bottlenose dolphin, we moved on to search for the striped dolphin teacher.
Then we discovered a group of them!
I heard they were sleeping...
So, we quietly entered the water, trying not to splash, and put our faces in the water to watch the dolphin teachers.
Seeing so many dolphins swimming right below me was incredibly exciting and mysterious...
It's a shame I couldn't see them up close, but some participants might have had a good view?
I wanted to spend more time with the striped dolphins...
Reluctantly, we moved on to the next point to see the sea turtles.
Here, wearing life jackets was optional.
So, I decided not to wear one...
But it was cold, so I had borrowed a wetsuit from the start, which made it difficult to dive properly, but I was surprised to see a large sea turtle right next to me!
We swam together for a few seconds.
The sea turtle took a breath and dove deep, and I thought about following it, but I couldn't dive like the turtle... (sigh)
Next time I come to Hawaii, I definitely want to participate again!
I learned a few tips, so next time, I'm eager to see many dolphin teachers.
The only downside was that it was cold...
Am I just too sensitive to the cold? (laughs)
I'm looking forward to participating during a warmer season next time.
Thank you very much, and I hope to do this again!☆
初めての海外旅行が、今回のハワイ。
そして何よりも楽しみにしていたのが、【イルカ中学】の授業でした。
参加者は、私と母を含め、日本人が10名、外国の方が6名、スタッフさんが4名・・・。
人数的には、多かったのかな?
私はボートの真ん前を陣取りスゴイ風にあおられながらも、とっても楽しい時間でした。
少し走ると、クジラさんが♪
結構近くにいたりして、潮を吹く音が聞こえました。
クジラさんを見た後は、イルカ先生探しに。。。
いました!
バンドウイルカ先生が。
でも、バンドウ先生は一緒に泳ぐことが出来ないらしく、ミテルだけでしたが、ボートと一緒に泳いでくれました。
とっても近くで、手で触れそうな至近距離!
ドキドキワクワクです♪
ずっと一緒に追いかけっこをしたいくらい。。。(笑)
名残惜しかったけど、バンドウ先生とバイバイして、今度はハシナガイルカ先生探しに。
そして群れでいる先生を発見♪
話によると、寝てるそうな・・・?
なので、そぉ~っと海に入って足をばたつかせないようにして海に顔をつけてイルカ先生ウォッチング。
沢山のイルカ先生が、自分の真下をスゥ~ッって泳いでいくのは、とっても興奮で、とっても不思議で・・・。
至近距離では見れなかったのが残念ですが、参加者した人の中では、良い感じに見れた人もいたかも?
ハシナガ先生とも、もっともっと居たかったけど。。。
後ろ髪を引かれつつも、次のウミガメさんのポイントへ移動。
ココではライフジャッケットの着用は自由。
なので、私はなしにして・・・。
でも、寒かったので、最初からウェットスーツを借りてきてたので、うまく潜ったり出来ませんでしたが、大きなウミガメさんが、すぐ真横にいてビックリ!
数秒でしたが一緒に泳いでました。
ウミガメさんは、息を吸って?深く下へもぐって行ってしまい、ついていこうと思ったけど、ウミガメさんのようには潜れず。。。(苦笑)
次回ハワイに来たらまた絶対に参加させてもらいたいです♪
チョットコツを覚えたので、今度は、沢山イルカ先生を見る気満々です。
残念なのは、寒かったこと・・・。
私が寒がりすぎなのか?(笑)
もう少し暖かい時期に参加するのを楽しみにしています。
また、是非よろしくお願い致します☆
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/04/23 |
Reviewed by: Hana
I participated with my cousin and her 5-year-old child. The weather was clear on the day, but the wind was very strong. The boat was rocking a lot, and we couldn't even eat the snacks that were served along the way. However, we encountered many dolphins. During the first try, we could even hear the dolphins' calls. Unfortunately, during the second try, we were late and couldn't see anything because I was calming the child who didn't want to get in the water, while others seemed very satisfied with the large number of whales they saw compared to the first try. It seems that it's a bit much for a 5-year-old. But it's okay to leave the child on the boat because the staff takes care of them. I brought my camera to take pictures of the dolphins, but the staff took many photos and will send them to us via email later. So, it seems better to just focus on watching the dolphins. We couldn't go to the Dragon Palace, but we did encounter whales and mantas. I think I will participate again next time.
いとことその子供(5歳)と3人で参加しました。
当日は、晴天でしたが、風がとても強かったです。
船は大揺れで、途中出された軽食も食べるどころではありませんでした。
ですが、たくさんのイルカに遭遇。一回目のトライでは、イルカの鳴き声まで聞くことができました。二回目のトライでは、出遅れてしまい何も見ることが出来ず、残念。というのも、水中に入らない子供をなだめていたからで、他の人たちは、一回目よりも大量のクジラに大満足のようでした。
やはり、5歳の子供には、無理のようです。でも、船上に子供を残しても、スタッフの方が面倒をみてくださるので大丈夫です。自分でイルカの写真を撮ろうとカメラを持っていったのですが、スタッフの方がたくさんの写真を撮っていて、あとでメールに送信してくださいます。ですから、ただ、イルカを見ることだけに専念する方がよさそうです。
竜宮城に行くことはできませんでしたが、クジラやマンタにも遭遇できましたよ。
また、次回も参加しようと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2009/04/12 |
Reviewed by: れもん
On the day we participated, fortunately, we encountered a pod of dolphins about 10 minutes after the boat departed. The sight of dolphins swimming in the ocean was very magical, and all the participants were captivated, swimming alongside the dolphins. While it's common to see dolphins and sea turtles at aquariums, I think swimming with wild dolphins and sea turtles is a rare experience. The staff were also very accommodating, making it a wonderful memory. I believe this tour is worth getting up early for. Since there are no changing facilities at the port, I recommend wearing clothes that are easy to put on and take off.
私たちが参加した日は,幸い,ボートが出港してから10分くらいでイルカの群れに遭遇することができました。海の中でイルカが泳ぐ姿はとても幻想的で,参加者はみんな,夢中になってイルカと一緒に泳いでいました。水族館でイルカやウミガメを見ることはあっても,野生のイルカやウミガメと一緒に泳ぐことはなかなかできない経験だと思います。スタッフの方々の対応も良く,とても良い思い出になりました。早起きして参加する価値のあるツアーだと思います。港には着替える場所が整っていないので,着脱しやすい服がおすすめです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I really wanted to see dolphins, so I joined this tour.
After about an hour's drive in a van, we arrived at Waianae Yacht Harbor. (The driving in this van was a bit rough...) From there, we moved to the dolphin point on a high-speed Zodiac! They said it was less likely to make you seasick because of the speed, but there were still about three people who got sick, so I think it's better to take motion sickness medication. Also, they provide snacks and drinks on the boat, but if you're prone to seasickness, it's better to hold back on those.
The Zodiac was packed, with nearly 30 people on board, which was surprising!
I’m not sure how far we traveled, but we finally encountered a pod of dolphins!! I immediately jumped into the water to swim with them, but it didn’t go well, so I moved a bit and tried again! This time, the pod was swimming right underneath us, and I was so excited. The water wasn’t too cold, but it was chilly after getting out, so I definitely recommend borrowing a wetsuit. (It was $10 per person, paid after we got back to land.)
After swimming with the dolphins, we moved to a sea turtle spot! The water was so clear that you could almost see the bottom, and it was breathtaking. There were about three turtles as well. After enjoying snorkeling to the fullest, we returned to land. Once we were back, there was quite a bit of waiting time to write our impressions in a notebook and type our email addresses into something like a laptop before heading home. However, we were able to return to Waikiki by around 12:30, so we could enjoy other activities in the afternoon.
The wild dolphins were much smaller and cuter than I imagined. I highly recommend this tour for dolphin lovers!
イルカにどうしても会いたくて、このツアーに参加しました。
バンで1時間ほど走って、ワイアナエ・ヨット・ハーバーに到着。(このバンの運転は、ちょっと荒いです・・・)
そこから高速ソディアックで、イルカポイントへ移動!高速なので、酔いにくいということでしたが、やはり酔っている人が3人ぐらいいたので、酔い止めは飲んでおいた方がいいと思います。
あと、船の上で、お菓子や飲み物などを出してくれますが、酔いやすい人は、控えた方がいいと思います。
ソディアックは、こんなに乗れるの?というぐらい満員で、全員で30人弱ぐらい乗っていたと思います。
どれぐらいの距離を移動したかはわかりませんが、ついに、イルカの群れに遭遇!!
すぐに海に入り、イルカと一緒に泳ごうとしましたが、うまくいかず、少し移動して、もう一度トライ!
次は、ほんとに自分達の真下をイルカの群れが泳いでいて、大興奮でした。
海の中は、そこまで寒くありませんでしたが、水から上がった後が寒いので、ウェットスーツは絶対借りた方がいいと思います。(一人$10で、陸に着いた後、支払いました。)
イルカと泳いだ後は、海ガメスポットへ移動!
水が澄んでいて、底までみえそうなほど綺麗で、感動しました。カメも、3匹ぐらいいました。
シュノーケリングを十分楽しんでから、陸へ。
陸へ上がった後、感想をノートに書いたり、自分のメールアドレスをノートパソコンのようなものに打ちこんだりして、帰るまで、割と待ち時間があります。
でも、ワイキキに12時半ぐらいまでに、帰れるので、昼からは、また違うことをして楽しめます。
野生のイルカ達は、想像よりずっと小さくて、とてもかわいかったですよ。イルカ好きの人には、おすすめのツアーです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/14 |
Reviewed by: ANRI
I boarded the pickup car with sleepy eyes, starting early in the morning. Since the wind was blowing, I asked if it would be shaky, but I was told the boat is fast, so it would be fine. On the way, we passed by the Hitachi tree and the house of a certain famous person, and then we arrived at our destination. After boarding, we had a light snack and headed to the whale watching spot. I was thrilled to see a mother and baby whale!
Next, we went to the dolphin watching point. Dolphins are nocturnal, so they come to shallow waters during the day, allowing us to safely observe them. Of course, we swam with them! They were so cute! It was a rare experience to see such a large group of dolphins.
Next, we went to the diving point.
I was very satisfied with the turtles, many fish, and the beautiful sea.
The staff were kind, fun, and made the experience enjoyable!
早朝スタートで眠い目をこすりながらお迎えの車に乗車☆
風がふいていたのでゆれるんじゃないか…って聞くと船が速いのでだいじょうぶのこと☆
行く途中に日立の木や某有名人のお家を横目に現地に到着☆
乗船後、軽食をとりクジラのウォッチングスポットへ
クジラの親子をみれて感激!!
次にイルカのウォッチングポイントへ…☆
イルカは夜行性なので昼間は浅瀬にくるので浅瀬で安全に鑑賞☆もちろん一緒におよぎました☆
かわいかったぁ☆あんなに大群のイルカをみれるなんて貴重な体験でした☆
次にダイビングポイントへ
亀やたくさんのおさかなときれいな海で大満足☆
スタッフさんも親切でノリがよくてたのしかったです☆
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/07 |
Reviewed by: maki
From Waianae, about an hour's drive west of Waikiki on Oahu, we took a boat towards Ko Olina and headed to Kahe Point.
Right after we set off, we spotted a whale. It was far away, but we could see it clearly.
Then we encountered dolphins!
The water was cold, but the dolphins were amazing!!!
In the morning, it seems the dolphins swim while they are still sleeping. On that day, they were swimming quite slowly, but we couldn't catch up at all! After that, we moved to a spot with lots of fish, where we snorkeled, and then headed to Turtle Point.
Sea turtles are considered the guardians of the Hawaiian sea and are treated with great respect. If you touch one, there's a fine of 500,000 yen, haha.
But we were able to get quite close. Turtles can swim fast when they really try, but generally, they seem to just sway with the waves, and even as a snorkeling beginner, I could swim alongside them quite easily, haha.
Since it was such a great experience, I decided to try again on the last day!
This time, we heard there was a pod of dolphins at Makua, the westernmost point of Oahu, so we tried a different spot!
Makua is considered a sacred place. The sea there is truly beautiful.
Right after we set off, we spotted another whale! This time, we encountered a mother and calf! We were able to see them much closer than before. The largest creatures on Earth, their presence is breathtakingly beautiful.
Then we headed to the dolphin spot! There were even more dolphins than last time, including babies, and we were able to swim up close.
One of my dreams since childhood came true.
Thank you to all the middle school students who made this dolphin experience so addictive!
オアフ島の西、ワイキキから車で一時間くらいの所に有るワイアナエから、ボートに乗りコオリナ方面へボートを走らせカヘポイントへ。
出発早々クジラ発見、遠かったけどその姿はしっかり見れた。
そしてイルカに遭遇!
水は冷たかったけど、イルカ、、感動!!!
朝はイルカも寝ながら泳いでるらしい。この日はかなりゆっくり泳いでいるとか、でも全然追いつけない!その後、魚の多いポイントへ移動、そこでもシュノーケル、そしてタートルポイントへ。
ウミガメはハワイの海の守り神として、とても大事にされている。触ったら罰金50万とかww
でもかなり接近出来ました。亀も本気で泳いだら早いんだろうけど、基本的には波に揺られてる感じだし、シュノーケル初心者の私でもかなり楽に一緒に泳げたw
せっかくだから、最終日にもう一度try!
この日はワイアナエからオアフ島の最西端にあるマクアにイルカの群れがいるとの事で前回とは違うポイントでtry!
マクアは聖地とされている場所。本当に美しい海。
出発早々またクジラ発見!今度は親子のクジラに遭遇!前回より近くに見る事が出来ました。地球上で一番大きな生物。その存在感は息をのむ美しさです。
そしてイルカのいるポイントへ!こちらも前回より群れの数も多く子供もいて、間近に泳ぐ事が出来ました。
子供の頃からの夢の一つがかないました。
かなり癖になりますいるか中学の皆さんありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2009/03/06 |
Reviewed by: kantamama
On February 27th, my family of four (myself, my husband, our 3-year-old son, and my 64-year-old grandmother) participated. It was quite windy and cold that day, so we borrowed wetsuits and set off! We arrived at the dolphin point at a pretty high speed. Along the way, we were able to spot several whales as well!! While slowly swimming beneath many dolphins that were peacefully resting, we also took our time swimming. It was so soothing. My son found snorkeling a bit challenging for the first time, but he was very happy saying, "I saw a dolphin!" We were thrilled to meet many sea turtles and fish at the underwater palace. Yuriko and Ryuichi were also wonderful people, and we definitely plan to visit again!
2月27日、家族4人(私・ダンナ・3歳の息子・64歳のばあちゃん)で参加しました。
当日は、風が強く寒かったのでウエットスーツを借りて出発!かなりのスピードでかっとばしてイルカポイントに到着。途中、クジラも数頭見つけることができました!!眠りながらゆっくり泳ぐたくさんのイルカさん達を真下に見ながら、こちらもゆっくり泳ぎました。癒されますね~。息子は、初めてのシュノーケルが少し難しかったようですが、「イルカ見えた~」ととても喜んでいました。竜宮城では、たくさんの海ガメさんや魚たちにも会えて感激です。ユリコさんや、リュウイチさんもとても素敵な方々で、またぜひ遊びに行きますね!
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/05 |
Reviewed by: sora
I was excited from the morning knowing that we would see dolphins. Once we got on the van, the organizer quickly remembered everyone's names and chatted with us, making the journey enjoyable right from the start!
When we arrived at the port and boarded the boat, we set off. The boat was a bit bumpy and scary, but I was so captivated by the magnificent scenery that I forgot about it. Wild dolphins appeared almost immediately, and one by one, we started jumping in from the boat. The dolphins were coming in groups, and it felt like they were swimming underneath us rather than just following us. It was my first time seeing dolphins in person, and I was so moved, especially when I could even hear their sounds!
After that, we went to see sea turtles. There were about four turtles in deeper water, and I was looking down at them from above. One of them came up to the surface, and it felt so close that I thought I could reach out and touch it! I managed to take some great photos too!
On the way back, we were given light snacks, and it was truly the best experience. It was a bit cold, but we could borrow wetsuits, so we managed to cope with the chill. Thank you, Yuriko and Aya!
イルカが見えるって事で朝からワクワクしていました。
バンに乗り込んで、すぐに主催者の方はすぐにみんなの名前を覚えてくれて、色々話しをしてくれて向かう時から楽しかったです!
港についてボートに乗り込んで、出発☆ボートは少しフワフワして怖かったんですが、雄大な景色に見とれてその事も忘れていました。
野生のイルカはすぐに現れて、あとはボートから順番に次々飛び込んでいって。どんどんイルカの群れが来て追っているというより、下を通って行く感じでした。初めて生でイルカを見て感動なのに、声まで聞こえてきてもっと感動でした♪
その後はウミガメを見に行きました。深い所にウミガメが4匹?ぐらいいて、上から眺めていたんですが、その内の1匹が水面まで上がってきて手が届きそうでした~近い!近い!と思うぐらいだった。そして写真はいいのが撮れました!
帰りは軽食を配って頂いて、本当に最高のいい体験ができました。少し寒いんですが、ウエットスーツも借りれるので寒さはなんとかしのげます。
ユリコさん、アヤさんありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/26 |
Reviewed by: クーコ
I participated in the tour on February 11. I've been to Oahu countless times, but it was my first time in the West Coast area. I was first impressed by the clarity of the water. I wore a rash guard, but I thought it might be a bit cold. However, after borrowing a wetsuit, I found it really warm and comfortable. You should definitely wear one.
We encountered whales right after departing. Moreover, it was a mother and her calf. I was incredibly lucky to see the mother whale teaching her calf how to swim! And they were right next to the boat, spouting water multiple times. I was amazed by their size.
After seeing enough whales, we set off again to search for dolphins. We quickly encountered a pod of dolphins. I often see dolphins in captivity, but it was my first time swimming with so many wild dolphins! It seemed there were several groups, and dolphins kept coming one after another. There was even a group with a baby dolphin, which was incredibly cute.
After that, we went to a spot with fish and sea turtles. There were lots of fish, and I saw two sea turtles. They say swimming with sea turtles brings happiness, and I felt like I received a lot of happiness.
Our guide, Yuriko, also made the tour even more enjoyable with her bright personality. Thank you very much. I will participate again.
2月11日のツアーに参加させていただきました。
オアフは数え切れないほど行っていますが、西海岸エリアは初めて。海の透明度にまず感動。
ラッシュガードは着ていったものの、やっぱり少し寒いかなと思っていましたが、ウェットスーツを借りてきたら、ほんとにあったかくて快適。これは絶対着たほうがいいです。
出港してすぐにクジラに遭遇。しかも親子連れ。なんとおかあさんクジラが子クジラに泳ぎを教えているところ。こんなのが見れるなんてものすごくラッキー!
しかも、ボートの真横。何度も潮を吹いて。その大きさに感動。
充分、クジラを見たあと、イルカを探して再び出発。
イルカの群れにもすぐに遭遇。
飼育されているイルカはしょっちゅう見ていましたが、野生のイルカをあんなにたくさん、しかも一緒に海の中で泳いだなんてもちろん初めて!
いくつかのグループがいたらしく、次から次へとイルカがやってきます。子イルカを連れたグループもいて、すごくかわいかった。
そのあと、お魚&ウミガメスポットへ。お魚いっぱい。2頭のウミガメがいました。ウミガメと一緒に泳ぐと幸せになれるとか。たくさんのしあわせをもらった気がします。
ガイドのユリコさんの明るさもツアーを一層楽しいものにしてくれました。ありがとうございました。また参加します。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/17 |
Reviewed by: aya
We participated as a family, including our 5-year-old child. Since it was an early morning activity, the temperature was quite low and it was really cold. Everything was a first experience after getting on the boat; we saw whales in the distance, and the experience of swimming close to a pod of dolphins is something I will never forget. My 5-year-old daughter, who was afraid of the ocean, was taken care of kindly by the staff member Yuriko, who swam with her the whole time. Even after returning home, we keep talking about the ocean that day with Yuriko. It seems to have become her best memory in Hawaii. I'm really glad we chose this tour among the various dolphin tours available. I definitely want to participate again next time. Thank you very much.
5歳の子供を含む家族で参加しました。
早朝からのアクティビティだったので、気温もだいぶ低くとにかく寒かったです。
ボートに乗ってからは全てが初体験で、鯨も遠くに見えたし、何頭ものイルカの群れを間近で泳いだ体験は一生忘れられません。
海を怖がっていた5歳の娘も、スタッフのユリコさんがずっと一緒に泳いで優しく面倒を見ていてくれて、帰ってからもずっとユリコさんとあの日の海の話をしています。
ハワイでの一番の思い出になったようでした。
色々あるイルカツアーの中でここを選んで本当に良かったです。
次回も是非参加させて頂きます。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/10 |
Reviewed by: YOKO
On January 7th, I participated with my 68-year-old mother. When I reconfirmed, I hesitantly mentioned that I could swim, and the organizer, Yuriko, cheerfully agreed, saying, "How wonderful!" On the day of the event, she was high-energy from the morning, quickly remembering and calling out each participant's name, creating a lively atmosphere.
The west side of the island, Waianae, which is not often visited by other tours, has jagged mountains rising behind it. From the yacht harbor, we set out to sea on a speedy inflatable boat, a Zodiac, and the blue sea was clear enough to see down below! Fortunately, we spotted our first pod of dolphins about 30 minutes after departure and immediately jumped into the water! However, while the dolphins were visible from the boat, I couldn't catch up to them in the water, and I wasn't able to swim with them on my first try. Others who were swimming with me also returned to the boat for a retry after the pod swam away.
On the next attempt, we successfully chased the pod of dolphins from above! The playful spinner dolphins, true to their name, jumped and spun, swimming with their bellies up in the water, truly enjoying their freedom. At one point, I noticed a white spray from the dolphins in front of us... could it be... dolphin poop? Well, I guess it was a good omen for the new year (laughs).
After two dives at the dolphin point, we moved to the turtle point. Here, if you are confident in your swimming, you can remove your life jacket and swim while chasing the turtles. They are so close that you might be tempted to reach out and touch them. The turtles swim gracefully, flapping their fins that resemble angel wings. They are really cute! We also had two dives at the turtle point. Just when I thought I saw four turtles, I felt something prickly touching my hands and feet. I wondered if it was a jellyfish, but it turned out to be sea lice. I got a couple of small bumps on my hand that felt like mosquito bites, but they disappeared quickly. I heard that washing with vinegar helps.
Due to that, I gave up on the second dive midway, but the captain, KK, who is the top local lifeguard, took us to a surf point that locals usually keep to themselves, where we could watch the skills of advanced local surfers. We also got to see stand-up paddleboarding, which has recently become popular in Hawaii. Finally, we returned to the harbor while watching the dolphins from the boat.
1月7日に、68歳の母との参加でした。リコンファームの際、水泳はできますが…と恐る恐るそれを伝えてみると主催者のユリコさんは「まあステキ!」と快諾してくださり、当日は朝からハイテンションで寝ぼけ眼をこすりこすりの参加者ひとりひとりの名前をすぐ覚えて声をかけてくれ、盛り上げてくれます。
なかなか他のツアーでは行くことのできない島の西部、ワイアナエは後ろにギザギザの山が切り立ち、ヨットハーバーからスピードの出る軽いゴムボート、ゾディアックで海へ出ると下まで見通せる青い海!
我々は幸いにも出て30分くらいで最初のイルカの群れを発見でき、すぐ海へGO!
しかし船の上からはゆっくり見えたイルカたちも海の中では追いつくことができず、最初のトライでは私は一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでした。一緒に泳いでいた人たちも、イルカの群れが離れてしまったということで一度船へ戻り再挑戦。
次のトライではずっとイルカの群れを上から追いかけることに成功!遊び好きなスピナードルフィンたちは、その名の通りジャンプにスピンに、水中ではお腹を上にして泳いだり、本当に自由を謳歌しています。
途中、前方のイルカから白い噴射物… これはもしやフン…?などということもありましたがまあ新年早々ウンがついたということで(笑)
イルカポイントで2度のダイブの後は、ウミガメポイントへ移動。こちらでは泳ぎに自信があればライフジャケットを外せて、ずーっと亀先生を追いかけて泳ぎます。あんまり近いので思わず手を伸ばしそうになります。ウミガメは天使の羽そっくりのひれをパター、パターと動かして飛ぶように泳ぎます。ホントにかわいい!
ウミガメポイントでも2度のダイブ。今度は亀が4匹も!と思ったら時折チクチクと手足を差すものが。クラゲ?と思ったらシーライス(海シラミ)だそうです。私は手に2箇所ほどちょっと蚊に食われたくらいのふくらみができてすぐに消えましたが、お酢で洗うといいそうです。
そんなことで2度目のダイブは途中で断念しましたが船のキャプテンKKが地元のライフサーバーの一番偉い人!だそうで、その後はロコ以外は近づけないようなサーフポイントへ行ってくれて、地元の上級サーファーの妙技を見物。最近ハワイではやっているというスタンダップ・パドルも見学できました。
さらにはまたイルカたちを船上から見ながら帰港。
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| Posted on: | 2009/01/12 |
Reviewed by: はしもと
The day we participated was incredibly windy with high waves! The Dolphin Middle School uses a speedboat, so we easily navigated through the rough waters. Among the many dolphin exploration boats out that day, ours was the first to spot dolphins!! It seems that experience really matters when searching for dolphins!
Before other boats arrived, we had the dolphins all to ourselves! I was moved by the sight of so many dolphins swimming and jumping right in front of us. I was so engrossed that I swam alongside the dolphins. Although it was said that "the visibility of the sea is low after the rain," we could still see the seabed. It's hard to imagine that in Japan. I wonder how beautiful the sea is when it's clear? We also saw several sea turtles.
That day, due to the strong waves, the staff suggested playing in the sea inside the breakwater, and we wrapped up our time in the ocean early to visit nearby spiritual points and a local supermarket. The staff came up with various ideas, and it turned out to be a wonderful tour for our family, who were looking to do a spiritual tour and visit supermarkets.
Thanks to the cheerful and fun staff, including Yuriko and Maeda, we were able to enjoy our first trip to Hawaii. I definitely recommend this for those who are not confident in their English!!
参加した日は、ものすごく風の強い日で波も高い日!
イルカ中学校さんはスピードボートなので荒波を難なく超えていきます。
イルカ探索船が数多く出ている中で、この日はわたしたちのボートが一番先にイルカを発見!!イルカ探しは経験がものをいうそうです!
他のボートがやってくる前に、わたしたちの船だけでイルカを独占!
目の前でたくさんのイルカが泳いだり跳ねたりしている様子に感動!夢中になってイルカと一緒に泳ぎました。
「雨上がりで海の透明度は低い」という話でしたが、海底は見えるんですよ。日本では考えられないですよね。海がきれいなときは、どんなにきれいなんだろう?ウミガメも何匹も見ましたよ。
この日は波が強くて、防波堤の内側での海遊びを提案していただいたり、海を早めに切り上げて近くのスピリチュアルなポイントを巡ったり、地元のスーパーを見せてくれたりと、スタッフの皆さんが一生懸命色々なアイディアを提案していただきました。スピリチュアルツアーとスーパー巡りをしようとしていた我が家にはとってもうれしいツアーになりました。
日本人スタッフのYurikoさん、Maedaさんをはじめ、スタッフ全員が明るく楽しく、始めてのハワイを楽しむことができました。英語に自信のない方にも断然おすすめです!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/01/09 |
Reviewed by: KAORU
This time, I participated in a trip to Hawaii with my husband, his mother, his sister, and myself, making a group of four.
I was surprised by the welcoming whales as soon as the boat set sail. Shortly after, we encountered dolphins. We quietly approached them and were able to enter the water together to swim alongside them. During the first encounter, we couldn't get close, but during the second, I was able to see a dolphin swimming just below me. Then, we went snorkeling at Turtle Point. The turtles came very close to us, and we also enjoyed the tropical fish. Just when I thought we would head back to the harbor, the boat continued on to search for whales, and we were able to see them again near the far western tip of Oahu.
In contrast to the heavy rain in the morning, the boat was warm and sunny, and we leisurely enjoyed a ride that felt like being on a banana boat.
Although my husband and I were used to the ocean from diving, it was the first time for his sister and our 70-year-old mother to snorkel in deep water. With the guidance of the staff, they were able to see the dolphins up close and were very excited. We are truly grateful for their kindness. Our whole family was able to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
今回のハワイ旅行は夫とその母と妹と私の4人で参加しました。
船が出るとすぐの鯨のお出迎えにはびっくり。ほどなくイルカとも遭遇。そっと近寄って皆で海に入り一緒に泳ぐことができました。1回目は近くに寄れませんでしたが、2回目は自分のすぐ下を泳ぐイルカを見ることができました。そして、亀ポイントでのシュノーケリング。亀はすごく近くまで寄ってきてくれて、南方の海水魚も堪能しました。そして、そのまま港に帰るのかと思ったら、そのあとも、鯨を探してオアフ島のかなり西の先端のほうまで船を走らせてもう一度鯨を見ることができました。
朝方の大雨とは代わり、船上は暖かく日が差し、バナナボートのような船上ドライブをまったりと楽しみました。
私たち夫婦はダイビングなどで海に慣れていたものの、シュノーケルも足が着かない所ははじめてという妹と70歳の母もスタッフの方にガイドされて近くでイルカを見ることができ、大感激していました。本当に親切にしていただき感謝しております。家族皆安心して楽しむことができました。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/01/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in August 2008 and had such a great time that I joined again at the end of December. December coincides with Hawaii's rainy season, and the weather was a bit uncertain. About ten days prior, there was heavy rain, and I was worried as the ocean turned brown, but by the end of the year, things had calmed down quite a bit.
On the day I had booked, the waves were high, so the tour itself was postponed. I had the option to cancel or reschedule, and I chose a different date to participate.
On the day of the tour, the shuttle bus arrived on time, and we headed to the boat harbor to board the boat and set off. The weather was nice, and my spirits were high.
I thought it might be cold during this time, but it wasn't much different from when I participated in the summer; in fact, the water felt warmer. However, the water clarity was somewhat affected by the bad weather, and it was much clearer during the summer.
As for the dolphins I was hoping to see, I was able to swim with numerous dolphins multiple times, and I also observed turtles swimming gracefully. At the point with tropical fish, I got to play with a large number of them. This is where the advantage of participating in winter comes in: after swimming with the tropical fish, we headed out to the whale point by boat, and I was lucky enough to see a whale jump. It was truly a satisfying tour.
08年8月に参加し楽しかったので12月の年末にまた参加しました。12月はハワイの雨季にあたり天候が微妙な感じでした。特に10日前ぐらいは大雨が続き海が茶色に汚れるなど心配でしたが、年末の時期には大分落ち着いてきました。
申込をしていた日は波が高いということでツアー自体が延期になりましたが、キャンセルするか別の日に振り返るかということで別の日程にしてもらい参加しました。
ツアー当日は向かえのバスが時刻とおりに来て、ボートハーバーまで向かいボートに乗り込みいざ出発です。天候もよく気分上々でした。
この時期は寒いかと思いましたが、夏に参加した時とそれほど違いはなく、逆に海の中の方が暖かいぐらいです。しかし、海の透明度は悪天候が続いたせいで濁りが多少あり夏の時の方が抜群でした。
期待していたイルカちゃんですが、多数のイルカと何度も泳ぐことができ、カメも優雅に泳いでいるところを観察できました。熱帯魚のいるポイントでは大量の熱帯魚に戯れることができました。ここからが冬の参加のメリットですが、熱帯魚と泳いだ後にクジラポイントまでボートで出かけ、運よくクジラジャンプを見ることができ本当に満足いくツアーでした。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2009/01/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I got to meet them! Dolphins & sea turtles~☆
It's a bit pricey, but I recommend this tour. I could even hear the dolphins' voices, and it was so moving! The staff's energy was also high, which was great^^
会えました!イルカ&ウミガメ~☆
ちょっとお高めですが、おすすめのツアーです。イルカの声も聞けたし、感動しますよ!スタッフのテンションも↑↑で、◎です^^
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2009/01/02 |
Reviewed by: himawari
This was my first time in Hawaii, and I participated with my daughter, nephew, and two relatives, making a total of five of us. The information that December might be cold was accurate, but they offered wetsuit rentals. Once we boarded the boat, it only took about five minutes to encounter a pod of dolphins, which made us all very happy. After that, due to the murky water, we didn't go into the sea but instead toured around the island on the boat. It felt like the boat was flying over the water, and it was fun like a roller coaster. We all returned with joy. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises. The staff were also very kind and helpful, which made me happy. Thank you!
初めてのハワイ、娘と甥、親戚の親子と、5人で参加しました。12月は寒いかも?という情報はあたってましたが、ウエットスーツの貸し出しもあり、いざボートに乗り込み、5分もするとイルカの群れに、会うことができ大喜び。そのあと、海のにごりのため、海に入らずにボートで島の周りを観光、ボートは海の上を飛ぶように、ジットコースターのようで楽しかった。皆で喜んで帰りました。又、機会があれば参加したいです。スタッフの、皆さんも色々親切にしてもらえて、うれしかった。ありがとね。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/12/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my first time participating in Dolphin Middle School. The weather was cloudy and the sea was murky, so the conditions weren't great, but in December, we were lucky enough to see whales multiple times. I saw the whales spouting water and their tails. It was moving to see a whale in person for the first time.
While moving to the next point, we encountered a pod of dolphins. Many dolphins swam alongside the boat, and I felt like I was being welcomed by them. I tried to dive into the sea to look for dolphins, but the water was murky, and I could only see them for a few seconds, which was disappointing.
After that, we went to see sea turtles. I dove into the water again to search for them, but it was still murky, and I could only see them faintly. However, I definitely saw at least four turtles. It was amazing to see so much in one tour!
Although the visibility was poor this time due to the murky water, I heard that usually the sea is clearer and visibility is better, so I definitely want to try again next time.
今回初めてイルカ中学校に参加しました
当日は天候が曇りで海もにごっていたのであまり良い
コンディションではありませんでしたが、12月なので
なんと!クジラが何度も見れました。
クジラが潮を吹いているところや尾びれが見えました
初めてクジラを生で見たので感動です
次のポイントに移動している最中にイルカの群れに
遭遇、沢山のイルカがボートと一緒の泳いでいて
まるでイルカに歓迎されている気分でした
そこで海にもぐりイルカを探しましたが海がにごっていて
数秒しかイルカが見れず残念でした
そのあとにウミガメを見にいきました、そこでも海にもぐってウミガメを探すのですが、そこでも海がにごっていて
うっすらとしか見えませんでしたが確実に4匹はいました
一度のツアーでコレだけ見れて最高です!
今回は海がにごっていたのであまり良く見えませんでしたが
普段はもっと海が澄んでいて良く見えるそうなので
また次回リベンジしたいと思いました
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/12/23 |
Reviewed by: ビッキーパパ
On a slightly cloudy morning, I was filled with anticipation as I watched a rainbow appear. We headed straight to the dolphin-rich waters by powerboat from the harbor. The deep blue sea and the clear blue waters revealed numerous pods of dolphins. At the cheerful captain's signal, we entered the water with the crew, and although the dolphins were within reach, I couldn't quite catch up to them. I saw a mother and her baby swimming closely together and jumping around; they were incredibly "cute" dolphins.
After that, we stopped the boat at a beautiful coral reef and entered the water where sea turtles were swimming. I was surprised at how fast the turtles swam, almost like they were flying!
This was my first time participating alone, but the cheerful Hawaiian captain and his brother made it a lot of fun. The snacks provided were also delicious. The cooler bag was very useful during my stay.
Next time, I want to go back to meet the dolphins and turtles swimming in the clear blue sea, which you can't see in Waikiki.
うす曇りの朝虹がかかっているのを観て期待でいっぱいになってきました。
港からパワーボートでイルカのいる海域へ一直線。藍色の海、そして透明な青の海、そこにはたくさんのイルカの群れが見えました。陽気な船長の合図でクルーと一緒に海に入ると手の届くところにイルカたちがいて一緒に泳ぎたくても、なかなか追いつくことができません。母子が寄り添って泳いでいたりジャンプをしたり、すごく”カワイイ”イルカたち。
その後、サンゴ礁がきれいな所にボートを止めてウミガメのいる海の中へ。飛ぶように泳ぐウミガメ。思ったより早く泳いでいるのにはビックリ!!
今回初めて一人で参加しましたが船長兄弟が陽気なハワイアンで、十分楽しめました。
そらから軽食もおいしかったですよ。クーラーバックも滞在中重宝しました。
次回もワイキキでは見られない、透明な青い海の中を泳ぐイルカとカメに逢いにいきたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/11 |
Reviewed by: yumeco
I have lived in Hawaii for three years. Until now, I had only seen dolphins from a great distance and really wanted to see them up close. I participated in a tour that had amazing reviews online.
The staff were incredibly kind, and I was impressed by the beautiful scenery in the Makaha area, which I wouldn't normally visit. The bus ride was also enjoyable. Unlike dolphins that are managed by humans, seeing wild dolphins swimming freely was moving, and I felt like I was part of nature while enjoying the experience.
On the day I participated, I was lucky enough to see a Hawaiian monk seal, which was fantastic! I also got to see wild sea turtles up close, and the staff guided us to the best spots, so there was no wasted time.
The life jackets were sturdy, so I think it's safe even for those who can't swim. I had no worries about what I would do if I couldn't swim. While swimming, I could hear the dolphins' calls, which was very soothing. Since the tour ends in the morning, I think it's an efficient option for those who want to fully enjoy Hawaii during a short stay. The snacks provided during the tour were also plentiful and added to the experience.
If you're in Hawaii, I highly recommend this dolphin tour, not just shopping!
I had a truly fun time and reaffirmed the charm of Hawaii. Thank you!!!!
ハワイに住んで3年。今までイルカを本当に遠くからしか見たことがなく、どうしても見てみたいなぁと思っていたところに、書き込みでもものすごく評判の良かったことツアーに参加させていただきました。
スタッフの方もすごく親切だったし、なかなか自分では行かないマカハ方面の美しい景色に感激しながら、バスの道中も楽しかったです。
人間に管理されているイルカとは違い、野生のイルカののびのび泳いでる様子に感動しながら、自分も一緒に楽しませてもらってる感覚は自分も自然の一部なんだと思いました。
私の参加した日はラッキーなことにハワイアンモンクシールも見られ、最高でした!!
野生の海亀もものすごく近くまで見れて、ちゃんとポイントを押さえてスタッフの方が誘導してくださるので無駄がありませんでした。
ライフジャケットもしっかりしてるので、泳げない人にも安心だと思います。泳げなかったらどうしようと不安になる心配もいっさいありません。泳いでいる途中はイルカの鳴き声も聞けてとっても癒されました。
午前中で終わってくれるツアーなので、短い滞在の間にハワイを存分に楽しみたい方にとっては、効率の良いツアーだと思いました。
ツアー中にいただいたスナック等もすごく充実していてポイントが高かったです。
ハワイにいるなら買い物だけでなく、このイルカのツアーは絶対にお勧めです!
本当に楽しかったです。
新しいハワイの魅力を再確認しました。
ありがとうございました!!!!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2008/12/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated this summer vacation. When we went out to the point by boat, dolphins jumped! We were able to spot the dolphins right away. After that, we followed the guide's instructions and jumped into the sea. Right below us, a mother dolphin and her baby were gracefully swimming. We repeated this several times, and then we headed to the sea turtle point. There were many sea turtles. The sea was so beautiful that we could see all the way to the bottom, which was a bit scary. On the way back, we received a lunch bag, so I think we ate it on the bus and arrived at the hotel before 1:00 PM.
今年の夏休みに参加しました。
ボートで沖へ出てポイントにつくと、イルカジャンプ!すぐにイルカを発見できました。あとは、ガイドさんの指示に従って海へドボン。真下にはイルカ親子が優雅に散歩していました。何度かこれを繰り返し、今度は海ガメポイントへ。
海ガメが沢山いました。あまりにも綺麗な海で海底まで見えてしまうので、ちょっとこわいくらいです。
帰りはランチバックをもらえるので、バスの中で食べてホテルに13:00前には到着したかと思います。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/12/07 |
Reviewed by: ミクロ
On the day of the trip, the sea was rough and it was really shaking, but it felt like a roller coaster and was a lot of fun. Those who are prone to seasickness seemed to struggle a bit... After a while, we spotted dolphins. There were about 10 to 20 of them!! They were all lively, riding the waves and spinning around, which was so much fun. Unfortunately, due to the rough sea, we couldn't swim with the dolphins, but we went snorkeling in the bay and encountered a sea turtle☆ I had a very, very happy experience. Our guide, Yuriko, was kind, and I am very grateful for the fun time we had on our honeymoon. Mahalo~~☆
当日は海が荒れていて、すごい揺れていましたが、それがジェットコースターみたいでとても楽しかったです。
船酔いしやすい人はしんどそうでしたが・・・。
暫くするとイルカ達を発見。大体10頭~20頭はいました!!
みんな元気に波に乗って、スピンをたくさんしてくれて、とても楽しかったです。
当日は残念ながら海が荒れていたため、イルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでしたが、湾内でシュノーケルをして、ウミガメさんと遭遇しました☆
とてもとてもHappyな経験ができました。
ガイドのユリコさんも優しくて、楽しい時間をハネムーンで経験できたこと、とても感謝しています。
マハロ~~☆
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/12/06 |
Reviewed by: 黄色のビートル
I had previously seen dolphins in Hawaii while diving from a boat (on the surface). This was my first time participating in a dolphin-exclusive option, and I was moved to hear the dolphins' voices underwater. The staff were also kind, and I felt that I could participate comfortably and enjoyably even as a solo participant. Thank you very much for your support.
ハワイでのイルカは以前にダイビングで船上(水面)から見た事がありました。
イルカ限定のオプショナルは今回が初めての参加でしたが、水中ではイルカの声を聞く事もでき感動しました。
スタッフの方も親切でひとり参加でも安心して楽しく参加できると思いました。本当にお世話になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/01 |
Reviewed by: Rina★Mina
I had a lot of anxiety on my first trip to Hawaii, but after joining the tour, everyone, including our guide Yuriko, was so nice that it doubled the fun! We rode on a boat with one foot in the water! The captain's little pranks were also enjoyable!
And... it felt like the dolphins were welcoming us! We quickly jumped into the sea and had a date with the dolphins. They came so close that we could almost reach them! Hearing their cute sounds was incredibly soothing. Not only the dolphins, but the sea itself was beautiful, with a clear view of the seabed, and I was moved by how natural everything was.
When I participated, it was a bit cold, so they lent us wetsuits. Also, on the boat during the ride, warm tea and snacks were the best!
And... we finally spotted a sea turtle, a symbol of good luck! I was so excited to see it swimming for the first time! Everything became a wonderful memory that felt like a dream! This will be my best memory from my trip to Hawaii, no, my best memory ever! If you go to Hawaii, you should definitely join this tour! Don't worry if you can't swim! (I can't swim either, haha) The professional staff will kindly help you!
Even after the tour ended, they put the photos and videos from the tour on a CD-R, so even now that I'm back home, I keep watching them and reminiscing! I want to join again when I go back to Hawaii! Thank you so much!!
初めてのハワイで不安もたくさんありましたがツアーに参加して、みんなのママゆりこさんをはじめスタッフの方はみ~んないいひとで楽しさも倍増でした!!
ボートに乗って片足を海につけて走行!船長さんのちょっぴりいたずらも楽しかった♪♪
そして・・・私たちを歓迎してくれているかのようにいるかさん達が★☆さっそく海に入り、みんなでいるかさんとデート♪なんと手の届くような位置まで接近!!キュッキュッとお話ししてる声をきいてとても癒されました♪いるかさんだけでなく海は海底がはっきり見える綺麗な海で全てが自然であることに感動しました。
私が参加した時は少し寒かったので、ウエットスーツも貸し出してくれました。そして、移動中のボートではあたたかいお茶やお菓子サイコーでした♪
そして・・・幸運の象徴のウミガメさんもついに発見!本当に泳いでる所を始めてみたので興奮しちゃいました!
すべてが夢みたいな素敵な思い出になりました!ハワイに行った一番の思い出、いや、今までで最高の思い出になります♪みなさんもハワイに行かれたら是非参加してみて下さい♪泳げない方も安心です!(私も泳げない 笑)海のプロフェッショナルなスタッフさんが優しく声をかけてくれます!
ツアーが終わっても、ツアー中の写真や動画もCD-Rにしてくれるので、帰国した今も何度も見て思い出してます♪
またハワイに行ったら参加したいです!本当にありがとうございました!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/28 |
Reviewed by: A mama
On the second day in Hawaii, on November 12th, my husband, our third-grade daughter, and I went to "Private Dolphin Middle School."
We were picked up early in the morning from the hotel, wearing our swimsuits and rash guards under our clothes, and drove to the bay. Despite it being the rainy season in November, we were fortunate to have clear skies from the day we arrived. Aya, who has lived in Hawaii for a year, greeted us with a warm smile and spoke to us in Japanese, which helped ease our daughter A's nerves a bit.
Upon arriving at the bay, we changed in the restroom. A noticed that the stalls had doors that only went up to her knees and exclaimed, "This is so open, everyone can see me!" It was a nice reaction. While she changed, she reassured herself, saying it was fine since it was only a little visible.
By the time the boat was ready to leave, the sun was getting stronger, so we put on our visors! A had been really excited about seeing dolphins, saying, "I wonder if we’ll get to see them... I believe we will!" But as we started fitting her for the snorkel and fins, she became a bit nervous. There were surprisingly few Japanese people around, and perhaps it was because we only had one child with us this time. However, Aya was very kind and supportive, which made us feel truly at ease as parents.
On the boat, we listened to Aya's translations about dolphin behavior and ecology for about 15 minutes. The cheerful captain pointed and said, "There they are!" When we looked in the direction Aya was pointing, we saw the dorsal fins of dolphins. A leaned forward and exclaimed, "Wow, there really are dolphins!" I exchanged glances with my husband, and we both felt relieved, thinking, "I'm glad we got to see them."
Before we knew it, the dolphins were jumping and spinning all around us. They are called spinner dolphins, and it turns out they naturally learned to jump without anyone teaching them. It's said that they do this as a means of communication or to shake off parasites from their bodies.
Since they travel in groups, we were able to see so many of them. We were especially satisfied because it was currently dolphin birthing season, and we even spotted a baby dolphin among the group.
But this was just the beginning! We quietly approached a few dolphin pods with the boat and were guided to enter the water while holding hands. However, I jumped in before A was fully prepared. As I did, I looked straight down...
HAWAII2日目の11/12にわたしと主人、小学三年生の娘と「私立イルカ中学」にいってきました。
早朝ホテルピックアップで水着とラッシュガードを服の中に着込んで 車で湾へ。
11月で雨季なのに、幸い着いた日から晴天つづき。
ワゴンで迎えに来てくれた、HAWAII在住1年のアヤさんは、
ロコガールのように真っ黒に日焼けしたやさしい笑顔と日本語で迎えてくれて、 娘のAの緊張もすこしほぐれました。
湾に到着すると、トイレで着替え。
立つと膝くらいまでドアが開いてる個室のトイレにA様
「これじゃー丸見えちゃうじゃん」
っとナイスな反応。
微妙に見えないから平気!などと言いながら着替え
船がでるころには日差しが強くなってサンバイザー着用!。
Aは昨日まで「イルカに会えるかなぁ・・大丈夫!信じてるから!」
って本当にイルカに会いたがっていたのに、
シュノーケルとフィンのサイズ合わせくらいから
ややナーヴァス。
案外日本人少なかったし、
今回は子供1人だったのもあったのかも?。
でもアヤさんがやさしく対応してくれて
親としてもほんとうに安心でした。
船の上で、アヤさんの通訳するイルカの習性や生態などの説明をききながら 進むこと15分!。
陽気な船長が指をさす。
「いたー。」アヤさんの指さす方向をみると
イルカの背びれが。
Aも「ホントだぁいたぁ」って身を乗り出す。
その様子を見て主人とアイコンタクト
「良かったね・・会えて」。
一息つく暇も無くイルカがいろんなところで回転ジャンプ。
スピナードルフィンっていって、
誰に教えられたわけでもなく
自然にジャンプをするようになったイルカなんだって。
コミュニケーションの手段とか、
体につく虫をとるためとかいわれてるらしい。
群れでいるからほんとに沢山会えました。
今ちょうど、イルカの出産シーズンで
群れのなかに赤ちゃんイルカも発見できて大満足。
しかしここからが本番!。
何箇所かあるイルカの群れのそばにそーっと船を近づけて海へ。
三人で手をつないで入るように誘導してくれたんだけど、
Aの心の準備よりも早かったのか、あたしが先に海へ。
そしたら真下に
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/24 |
Reviewed by: tk
Watching wild dolphins swim leisurely right in front of you is an extraordinary experience that really boosts your spirits! Observing the dolphins as they swim gracefully for about 5 to 10 minutes is incredibly soothing and brings a sense of calm. Since you'll be wearing a life jacket and looking at the underwater world from the surface, even those who can't swim will be just fine. I highly recommend experiencing this at least once. Depending on the weather, it can get quite cold on the boat, but Yuriko, who accompanied us, was thoughtful enough to share warm dokudami tea, making the experience enjoyable. It seems to be quite popular, so there were a few changes to the meeting time before the tour, which required some communication. If you confirm your means of contact (like a mobile phone) on-site, you'll have a wonderful experience!
野生のイルカが目の前でゆったりと泳いでいる様を見る。という非日常体験はかなりテンションUP!5~10分ほど悠然と泳いでいるイルカを見ていると癒されて穏やかな気持ちになります。ライフジャケットを着て水面より水中を眺めるので泳げない人でも大丈夫なので、是非、一度は体験することをお勧めします。天候によっては船の上がかなり寒いのですが同行してくれた ゆりこさん が温かいどくだみ茶を配ってくれるなど心配りをしてくれ楽しく過ごせました。人気が高いのか催行前に集合時間が変更になるなど何度か連絡が必要でした。現地での連絡手段(携帯電話など)確認しておけば楽しい経験ができますよ。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated on October 31.
I was really surprised when I saw dolphins for the first time from the boat. I thought it would be nice to see them even a little, but they came right next to the boat and even jumped for us.
On my third try, I was able to see dolphins in the water. I was so excited that I forgot I was wearing a life jacket and tried to dive in. It felt more like chasing the dolphins below rather than swimming with them, but it was truly moving.
The staff members were very friendly and it was a lot of fun. There was also a morning call service, and it was great that I could ask questions in advance.
Some people had a lot of luggage, but I think if you wear your swimsuit from the hotel, just bringing a towel, something to wear if it gets cold, and an underwater camera would be sufficient. There was a comment about the lack of toilet paper, but when I participated, there was some available. If you're worried, it might be better to bring your own.
If I go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate and hopefully swim alongside the dolphins next time.
10/31に参加しました。
船の上からイルカを初めて見たときは本当にビックリ。ちょっとでも見られればいいなと思って参加しましたが船の真横まで近づいて来たり、ジャンプを見せてくれたり。
3回目のトライで海の中のイルカを見ることが出来ました。
あまりの興奮にライフジャケットを着ていることを忘れて潜ろうとしてしまいました。
一緒に泳ぐというよりは下にいるイルカを追いかけるという感じでしたが、感動ものです。
スタッフの方々もとってもフレンドリーで楽しかったです。モーニングコールのサービスもあり、その際に事前に質問も出来て良かったです。
たくさん荷物を持っている方もいましたが、水着をホテルから着て行けばタオルと寒くなった場合に着る羽織り物、水中カメラがあれば問題ないと思います。
トイレットペーパーがないというコメントがありましたが私が参加した時にはありました。心配なら持って行った方が良いでしょう。
またハワイに行ったら絶対に参加して、今度はイルカと並んで泳げればいいなと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/06 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ在住
I have lived in Hawaii for three years, and since I had never swum with dolphins, I decided to join this time by myself. I was anxious because I can't swim, but once I got there, all my worries disappeared! I encountered wild dolphins multiple times and was able to swim with them, and I also got to float leisurely with the turtles. What moved me the most was swimming among thousands of tropical fish; it was an unforgettable experience that felt like being in a dragon palace.
Even though I participated alone, the staff were friendly, and I was able to have enjoyable conversations with everyone else who joined. It was truly a fun time. There were also families with children, but the staff provided support, which made me feel safe. It was even more fun than I imagined, and I definitely plan to go again. Wild dolphins are truly different! Once you experience this excitement, you become hooked! Thank you to all the staff.
ハワイに住んで3年、イルカと泳いだ事がなかったので、今回一人で参加しました。
泳げないので不安もあったけど、いざ行ってみたら不安は全てふっとびました!
自然のイルカの群れにも何度も遭遇し一緒に泳ぐ事ができ、亀ちゃんともユ~ラリ泳ぐ事もできました。何より感動したのが、何千匹という熱帯魚の群れの中で泳いだ事が一生忘れられない思いでです。まるで竜宮城みたいでした。
一人参加でしたがスタッフの方もフレンドリーで、参加された皆様とも楽しく会話でき、本当に楽しい時間でした。
お子様連れの方もいましたが、スタッフの方もフォローしていて、安心だと思いました。
想像以上に楽しくて、絶対絶対また行こうと思います。
自然のイルカはやはり違います!この感動を経験したらやみつきです!
スタッフの皆様ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
On that day, the first boat was fully booked, so I joined the second boat. The second boat left the hotel around 9:30, and due to some traffic, we arrived back at the hotel around 4 PM. It was nice to have a relaxed morning, but being out at sea during the hot midday hours made the sun quite harsh... I wonder if it's easier to see dolphins in the early morning.
We spotted dolphins as soon as we got out to sea, but since other tour participants were diving, the dolphins disappeared while we waited for them to finish. So, we continued searching for dolphins, cruising along the coast and going quite far until we finally found them. The search felt long, but the boat was speeding along so fast that it was exhilarating, almost like a roller coaster. Plus, the view of the majestic mountains along the land was quite enchanting (it’s said to be a sacred place), making the cruising enjoyable in itself.
Finally, we found the dolphins and jumped into the sea! However, I had hardly ever snorkeled before, so even though I got in the water, I was confused about what to do. I struggled to move towards the dolphins. I felt like I was half drowning... I got back on the boat and tried again. This time, I was a bit more accustomed to snorkeling and was able to swim calmly.
Dolphins swam right beneath me! I was so excited that I almost felt like I was drowning again, but it was truly moving. To see wild dolphins right in front of me! I felt grateful to the dolphins that showed up. I grew attached to them and wanted to come back to see them again.
Next time, I want to practice snorkeling more before joining again.
その日は第1便はいっぱいとのことで、第2便で参加してきました。
第2便だと9:30くらいにホテル発で、ちょっと渋滞もあったので16時くらいにホテル着でした。
朝は楽でいいけど、海に出てるのはちょうど昼の暑い時間帯で日差しが厳しい・・・
それに、やっぱり早朝のほうがイルカには会いやすいのかな。
海に出てすぐにイルカは見つかりましたが、他のツアーの人たちがもぐっていたので、終わるまでまっている間にイルカはどこかへいってしまいました。
なので、それからイルカを探してひたすら船を走らせました。陸に沿って北上し、けっこう遠くまで行き、やっとイルカを見つけました。
イルカを探して走っている間はけっこう長かったですが、ほんとに高速でびゅんびゅん飛ばすので気持ちよく、ジェットコースターのようなスリルもあり、また、陸には荘厳な山々が連なる幻想的ともいえる景色(聖地といわれている場所とのこと)が広がり、そのクルージングだけでもけっこう楽しめました。
そしてやっとイルカを見つけて海へ!
ですが、実のところシュノーケルはほとんどやったことなかったので、海に入ったもののどうすればよいかわからなくて、戸惑いました。イルカがあそこに、と思ってもなかなか進まず。というか半分おぼれてたような・・・
一旦船に上がって、二度目のトライ。
今度は多少シュノーケルにも慣れて、落ち着いて泳げました。
自分の下をイルカが通っていく!
興奮のあまりまたおぼれそうになりましたけど、これは感動ものです。
野生のイルカが目の前にいるなんて!
現れてくれたイルカたちにありがとうって感じです。
愛着がわいてしまって、もう一度このイルカたちに会いに来たくなります。
今度はもっとシュノーケルの練習をしてから、ぜひまた参加したいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/27 |
Reviewed by: じゅん
We took a bus from the hotel and arrived at the port after about an hour. The guide was entertaining, and we set off on the boat!
While I was enjoying the scenery, I wondered if we would really see them, and then, suddenly, a pod of dolphins appeared! Baby dolphins were jumping, and they were so cute. When we dove in, there were dolphins everywhere! I could hear them squeaking, and it was incredibly exciting! I think I dove with them three or four times. The dolphins swam so fast that they quickly got away, but it was a truly precious experience.
I also got to see sea turtles up close, and I saw a lot of fish too. It became a very enjoyable memory.
I definitely want to participate again!
ホテルからバスに乗り、1時間くらい走って港に到着。
ガイドさんも面白く、ボートに乗っていざ出発!!
本当に会えるのかな、と思いながら景色を楽しんでいると、
早速イルカの群れが!!
赤ちゃんイルカもジャンプしてとってもカワイイ。
潜ると、イルカの群れが!!
キューキュー聞こえるし大感激!
3度か4度は一緒に潜ったかな。
イルカはさすがに泳ぐの早くて、すぐに行ってしまったけど
とても貴重な体験でした。
ウミガメもすぐ近くで見れたし、お魚もたくさん見れたし
とても楽しい思い出になりました。
また是非参加したいです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2008/10/27 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
You can really swim with dolphins. It was an emotional experience that you can't have in Japan.
本当にイルカと一緒に泳げる。
日本では体験できない感動があった。
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| Posted on: | 2008/10/26 |
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