All Reviews for Baby Friendly (Ages 0-2)

I was surprised by the number of foreign participants, more than I expected. We were able to see the whale's tail and spouting, and the children were very happy. Aloha Tower is a stop for the Waikiki Trolley, so if you participate in the afternoon, you might not need transportation. Our family used the morning service, so we opted for transportation, but on the way back, we asked the driver to drop us off at Ala Moana Center. I would like to participate again if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much.

思ったより外国人の参加が多く驚きました。
クジラのしっぽと潮吹きが確認でき、子どもたちも大喜びでした。
アロハタワーはワイキキトロリーの停留所なので、午後の参加なら送迎は不要かも。我が家は午前利用だったので送迎付きにしましたが、帰りは運転手さんに申し出てアラモアナセンターで降ろしてもらいました。
また機会があれば参加したいです。
ありがとうございました。

Since it was March, it was a bit chilly. I recommend participating in this tour during warmer times. The water was cold, and we walked towards the sandbar while enduring it a little. If you’re not good with the cold, definitely bring a rash guard! When I participated, there was no beach, and I was about 20 centimeters submerged in water at the sandbar. So, if you’re aiming for a complete beach experience, it might be better to check the timing. As for snorkeling, I thought we would be doing it in shallow areas, but it was actually quite deep, which might be tough for first-timers, children, or those who aren’t strong swimmers. My mother, who was with me, said she was scared and watched from the board. However, while we were on the boat, we saw a manta ray and a sea turtle, which was very exciting! I heard that on lucky days, you can see both!

時期が３月という事もあり肌寒かったです。こちらのツアーは温かい時期に参加される事をオススメします。水も冷たく、少し我慢しながらサンドバーめがけてあるいていきました。寒いのが苦手な方はぜひラッシュガードを！私が参加したときは、砂浜はでてこず、サンドバーでも２０センチ位水につかっていました。なので、完全な砂浜を目的にしている方は時期を確認されていてからの方が良いかもしれませんね。シュノーケリングは、浅い所でやるのかと思いきや、結構深い所だったので、初めてシュノーケリングする方や子供さんや泳ぎが不得意という方には厳しいかもしれません。同行した母は、怖いといってボードで見ていました。でも、ボートで走っている途中では、マンタとウミガメが見れ、とても感激しました！運が良い日は両方見られるらしいですよ！

This time in Hawaii, we weren't blessed with good weather, as there was a storm with rain and wind right up until the day before the tour. On the day of the tour, when we left Honolulu, the weather was still bad, and I was worried. However, when we arrived at the location, it was cloudy but slightly sunny. Yay! The sandbar was a place I had wanted to visit for a long time, and I was really glad I finally got to go. It was a wonderful place.

Additionally, I want to express my gratitude to our driver, Frankie Sakai, who was very kind on the way there, and to Yumi, who was also very helpful on the way back. Our guide on the boat, Yuta, was full of energy and made the experience enjoyable.

My son and his wife haven't been to the sandbar, so I will definitely recommend it to them.

今回のハワイは天候に恵まれず、ツアーの前日まで雨・風のストーム。当日もホノルルを出発した時は天気が悪く心配しましたが、現地に着いた時は曇からやや晴れ気味。やったぜ。サンドバーは以前から行ってみたかったところ、今回実現して、やっぱり来てよかったと思いました。素晴らしいところでした。
それに行きのドラーバー・フランキーサカイさん、帰りのユミさんととても親切で感謝しています。また、船上のガイドのユウタ君もとても元気で楽しかったです。
息子夫婦もサンドバーには行ってないとのことなので、是非薦めておきます。

I think the whales were sleeping that morning of my cruise, but we did see some activity - although not much. The cruise guarantees a whale sighting and that happened, but would have liked to see more than a few spouts, humps, and one tail. But, as guaranteed, we saw a whale so we got what we paid for. Sometimes, it's just luck of the draw. Well worth the trip, and would do it again (hoping for more activity next time!!).

The ocean is beautiful, anyway. Unlike Waikiki Beach, you definitely should visit the white sandbar. However, it was windy and quite cold that day, so I refrained from snorkeling. But a sea turtle came really close, approaching the people who were snorkeling, as if it were swimming alongside them. I captured that moment from the boat, and it was an incredibly valuable experience that left me very impressed.

とにかく海が綺麗。ワイキキビーチとはまた違って、白いサンドバーには是非行ってみるべき。ただ、風もあり、しかもその日は寒かったので、シュノーケルは遠慮してしまいました。が、ウミガメが本当に近くまでやってきて、シュノーケル体験をしている人たちの所へ行き、まるで一緒に泳いでいるかのように目の前まで来てくれました。私はそれをボートの上から撮影しましたが、大変貴重な体験をする事ができ、大感激でした。

Unfortunately, the whales did not appear, but we enjoyed the cruise. Since it's nature, it was just unlucky. Even though breakfast was included, we were offered drinks for an additional charge, which left us feeling dissatisfied with the tour. What a shame.

残念な事にホエールが現れず、遊覧を楽しみました。
自然の事なので、アンラッキーでした。
朝食付きなのに、ドリンクを別途代金で勧められたり
不満の残るツアーでした。
残念

Everyone except for us, a couple, was from an English-speaking country.
At the beginning, the pace was slow and the atmosphere was relaxed, but from the middle, the speed picked up, and we were squealing with excitement at the splashes of water.
The background music also got louder, and everyone's spirits lifted.
Although it was far away, I was moved to see a whale.
Out in the distance, the crew members were feeding fish.
There were mostly black fish, but many gathered around.
As for attire, some people were in swimsuits, while others wore T-shirts and shorts.
It's reasonably priced, and I think it's worth participating.
It was truly refreshing.

私たち夫婦以外は皆さん英語圏の方でした。
序盤は緩やかなスピードでのんびりした雰囲気でしたが、
中盤から、スピードが速くなり、水しぶきにキャーキャー。
ＢＧＭも大音量になって、皆のテンションも上がります。
遠くでしたが、クジラを見れて感動しました。
沖の方で、船員さんが魚にエサをあげます。
黒い魚ばかりでしたがたくさん集まってきました。
服装は、水着の人もいれば、Ｔシャツに短パンの人もいました。
手頃な値段だし、参加してみてもいいと思います。
まさに爽快です。

This is my fourth time participating. This time I joined alone. No matter how many times I participate, this tour is the best. The staff's service is excellent, and I can enjoy myself throughout. Swimming with wild dolphins, seeing sea turtles, eating hamburgers, and dancing the hula. It's very luxurious.

4回目の参加です。今回は1人で参加しました。何度参加してもこのツアーは最高です。スタッフの方の対応がとてもよく、終始楽しむことができます。野生のイルカと泳ぎ、海ガメを見て、ハンバーガー食べてフラダンスを踊る。とても贅沢です。

I participated with a friend.
This was the cheapest morning course, which didn't include breakfast.
Shortly after boarding the boat, we were able to see a whale's tail just once. After that, they didn't appear much, and my friend and I were talking about how it was nice to enjoy the beautiful sea and the scenery of Oahu, even if it was cheap. Then, towards the end, we were able to see many whales.
I was so focused on watching that I couldn't take good photos, but it was truly moving to see the whales.
Also, the sea is beautiful, so just cruising is really enjoyable.
Next time, I want to save money and try a dinner cruise as well.

友人と２人で参加しました。
ブレックファーストも付いていない、一番安い午前のコースです。
船に乗ってから割とすぐに、１度だけクジラの尾ひれを見ることができました。その後は、なかなか現れてくれず、友人とも、まぁ安かったしクルージングできれいな海やオアフ島の様子を見られるだけでも気持ちいいし良かったよねと話していたら、最後らへんでたくさん姿を見せてくれました。
見るのに必死で写真はうまく取れませんでしたが、クジラの姿を見られた時は感動しますよ。
また、海がきれいなので、クルージングするだけでも本当に気持ちいいです。
今度はお金をためて、ディナークルージングにも参加してみたいなと思います。

I'm glad I was able to make effective use of my time from the morning. I was able to see whales up close several times.
The information on the website regarding whether meals are included is unclear.
Also, while the meal upgrades are a bit pricey, they are within an acceptable range.

朝から時間を有効活用できてよかった。クジラも近くで何度か見ることができた。
食事付きかどうかなど、ホームページの表記がわかりにくい。
また、食事のアップデートは割高だが、許容範囲。

The sea was beautiful, the food was delicious, and the staff were fun, which was great. I thought it would be convenient to prepare a waterproof camera in advance (you can buy one there). It was disappointing that I could only see the turtles from a distance. I was able to see them up close when I went to the North Shore.

海もきれいで、ごはんもおいしくて、スタッフの方も楽しくてよかったです。あらかじめ防水用のカメラを用意しておくと便利かなと思いました。（中で買えます）
カメが意外と遠目に見るだけだったのが残念。ノースショアに行った時の方が間近にみれました。

I joined the tour hoping to swim with dolphins, but unfortunately, the weather was not favorable. The waves were high, and it rained occasionally, making it quite cold.

Fortunately, when we reached the dolphin point, we spotted a pod of wild dolphins, and cheers erupted on the boat. As we entered the water and approached the dolphins, they swiftly swam past us. The dolphins were so fast, and it was just a fleeting moment, but it was exhilarating! After confirming that everyone had seen the dolphins, we got back on the boat, and once again, we chased after them. The captain offered, "Shall we go in again?" but due to the cold, no one was eager to raise their hands.

After enjoying delicious cheeseburgers made by the captain, we went snorkeling. We spotted whales in the distance a few times during our journey, but unfortunately, I could only see their spouts.

Because of the high waves, we snorkeled at a point inside the breakwater near the port, but the water was cold and murky due to the rain, so we couldn't enjoy it fully. However, we did manage to see several types of fish, sea urchins, and a large school of slender fish that looked like saury.

After getting off the boat, we had a hula dance lesson at a park near the port. While staff member Yuka asked on the bus, "Shall we cancel because of the rain?" miraculously, the sky suddenly cleared. We wrapped pareos around our waists, adorned our heads and wrists with leis, and had a fun lesson under the guidance of the hula teacher. The music was played by a ukulele player who resembled Hiro from Yasuda Circus. There was also an explanation of hula tools, allowing us to experience Hawaiian culture.

The staff on today's tour were fantastic. Yuka, our caretaker, was charming and kind, with great attention to detail. Captain John was very generous, putting three lucky cheeseburgers on our plates. The two local boys were also a lot of fun. DJ Kekoa resembled Taka from Taka and Toshi, full of mischief, and was skilled at playing the ukulele and singing. The tall and young Patrick was an excellent dancer.

I would love to go back and meet them and the dolphins again on a sunny day.

For those participating, I recommend taking motion sickness medication.

イルカと泳げることを期待して参加したツアーですが、天候に恵まれず、波は高く、雨が時々降って寒かったです。

幸い、イルカポイントに達すると野生のイルカの群れを発見、船内に歓声があがりました。
海に入ってイルカの群れに近づくと、海中をイルカの群れがサーッと横切って行きました。
イルカのスピードが速くて、ほんの一瞬のことでしたが、感激！
全員がイルカを見られたことを確認して船に上がり、再び、船はイルカを追いかけました。
船長の「もう一度入る？」というオファーがありましたが、寒さのため、誰も積極的に手を上げません。

船長が作ったおいしいチーズバーガーをいただいた後はシュノーケリング。
寄港途中に何度かクジラが遠くに見えたようですが、残念ながら、私は潮吹きしか確認できませんでした。

波が高かったので、港近くの防波堤の内側のポイントでシュノーケルしましたが、水が冷たかったし、雨の影響で水が濁っていて十分に楽しめませんでした。
でも、何種類かの魚やウニ、サヨリみたいな細い魚の大群は確認できました。

船から降りた後、港そばの公園でフラダンス講習。
「雨なのでやめますか？」とバスの中でスタッフのゆかさんが問いかけている間に、不思議なことに突如青空に。
パレオを腰に巻き、頭と手首にレイをつけ、フラの先生の指導で楽しいレッスンです。
演奏は安田サーカスのヒロ君似のウクレレ。
フラの道具の説明もあり、ハワイアン・カルチャーにふれることができました。

今日のツアー、スタッフがとってもよかったです。
お世話係のゆかさんはとってもチャーミングでやさしく、気配り十分。
船長ジョンさんはチーズバーガーに当たりを3つ入れてくれるなどサービス精神たっぷり。
二人のロコボーイも楽しいです。
DJケコアはタカアンドトシのタカ似で、茶目っ気たっぷりでウクレレや歌も上手。
長身で若いパトリックはダンスがとっても上手。

天気のいい時にまた再び彼らとイルカに会いに行きたいです。

参加されるみなさん、酔い止め薬の服用をお勧めします。

The day started with heavy rain from the previous day, and it was still raining quite a bit on the day of the tour. The tour company even called to ask if we wanted to cancel, but we believed it would clear up and decided to go, and that was the right choice! As we were on the boat heading to the sandbar, the rain stopped, and for a brief moment, we even saw some sunshine! Many people canceled that day, so the tour had a small number of participants, which made it feel like a private experience, and we really enjoyed it. Standing in the middle of the ocean at the sandbar felt very strange and magical!

The barbecue on the boat was delicious, we spotted some turtles, and even though I was nervous about snorkeling for the first time, it was a lot of fun! The staff were all really nice and amazing! I highly recommend this tour!

この日は前日から激しい雨が降っていて当日もかなり雨が降っていてツアーの会社からもキャンセルするかの電話があったのですが、晴れることを信じてツアーに望んだんですが正解でした！船に乗ってサンドバーに向かっていると雨がやんで一瞬だったけど日差しも見えました！この日はキャンセルした人が多く、少数人数でのツアーだったので貸切状態でとっても満喫できました。サンドバーは海の中心に立っているみたいですごく不思議な感じがしますよ！
船の上のバーベキューもおいしかったし、カメも発見出来たし、初めてのシュノーケリングも緊張したけど楽しかったです！
スタッフの人達もみんないい人で最高です！
おススメのツアーです！

I decided to participate in whale watching since it was only available during the winter season. I opted for the transportation service, which made getting around easy. I was torn between taking a small boat, but I chose this larger boat because I was worried about seasickness. In reality, the waves were quite high, so I think it’s better for those who are prone to seasickness to choose this boat. I was able to see whales several times. However, since they weren't very close, it wasn't that moving. Still, the view from the sea was very beautiful, so I think it’s worth participating at least once.

ホエールウォッチングは、冬のシーズンだけということだったので参加してみました。
送迎付きにしたので移動が楽でした。
小さい船にするか迷ったのですが、船酔いが心配だったのでこちらの大きな船にしたのですが、実際結構波が高かったので、酔いやすい人はこの船にした方がいいと思います。
クジラは何度か見れました。ただ、間近ではないのでそんなに感動はしませんでした。でも、海からの景色もとてもきれいだったので、一度参加してみるのもいいかなと思います。

I was very moved.
I checked the time to see how shallow it would be, and it was about 10 cm deep, which was even more impressive!!!

However, it was during the rainy season, so I was disappointed that I couldn't see the blue sky and it was a bit chilly.

凄く感動しました。
浅くなる時間を確認して行ったので１０ｃｍないぐらいで
さらに感動！！！

ただ雨期の時期だったので青空が見えず
肌寒い中だったのが残念でした。

It was disappointing that I couldn't see it very clearly.

あまりハッキリ見れなくて残念でした。

I participated on a cloudy day with lower temperatures. The rain from the previous day made the water visibility somewhat poor. Compared to a sunny day, I think the experience loses quite a bit of its charm. Still, it was enjoyable to see sea turtles and underwater fish. The experience of standing in the middle of the ocean was very precious. The explanations during snorkeling and the attention to safety were thorough, making it a tour that beginners can join with confidence. The meals were all delicious and served buffet-style, allowing us to choose what we liked. I requested a DVD, but the final product was not as good as I had hoped. It included several clips where my eyes were closed and others where people intruded, which left me feeling very disappointed, especially since I paid extra for it. I really wanted to preserve those important memories, so it's quite regrettable. While the weather is beyond anyone's control, I hope they can improve the quality of the photos. Overall, it was a very enjoyable tour.

曇り空で気温も低めの日に参加しました。
前日の雨で海の透明度がやや悪かったです。
晴れた日と比べてしまうと良さはかなり下がると思います。
それでもウミガメや水中の魚を見ることが出来たりと楽しい内容になっています。
海の真ん中に自分たちが立っているという体験はとても貴重なものでした。
シュノーケリングの時の説明や安全面への配慮もしっかりしていて
初心者の方でも安心して参加できるツアーだと思います。
食事は好きなものを自分で取る形でどれもすごくおいしかったです。
ＤＶＤをお願いしましたが出来上がりは期待していたよりもイマイチな出来でした。
目を閉じてしまっているものや他の人が入り込んだものも複数含まれていて
追加料金を出してまで頼んだのにこんなものかとすごく嫌な気分です。
大切な思い出をちゃんと残したかったのに残念でしかたありません。
天候はどうしようもできませんが写真はもう少しがんばって欲しいと思います。
全体的にはとても楽しいツアーでした。

The weather was cloudy, but walking on the sandbar felt great on my feet. I would like to go again on a sunny day to see the scenery and the sea turtles. *It would be nice if there was a discount for those who participated on a bad weather day for their next visit.

天候は曇りでしたが、サンドバーを歩いたら足の裏が気持ちよかった。
晴天の日に景色とウミガメを見にもう一度行きたいです。
＊天気の悪い日に参加した人が、次回参加の場合は割引があったらいいのではないでしょうか。

At the end of February, it's still quite cold. Buying a fleece at Ross Dress for Less was the right choice. If the weather had been better, it might have been different!

2月の終わりはまだまだ寒い。フリースをロスドレスで購入して正解でした。天気がよければまた違ったかも～

This was my first time participating, and I had the chance to see whales about three times. The captain announces the direction to look for them, but since the ship's viewing area isn't structured for a full circle, if you're too far forward and a whale appears on the opposite side, it might be gone by the time you move across the ship. To avoid missing a fleeting opportunity, it might be safer to stay around the center. The whales appear small and distant, surfacing only briefly, so capturing a photo can be quite challenging.

Also, just before returning to the port, the ship unexpectedly stopped, and we were about 45 minutes late. There was no announcement explaining why we were stopped, so I spent that time not really knowing what was going on.

初めて参加しましたが、クジラは３回ほど見るチャンスがありました。
船長さんがアナウンスで何時の方向に見えるか教えてくれますが、船の展望スペースは一周できる構造になっていないため、あまり船の先頭にいると、反対側にクジラが現れた場合船内を移動している間にいなくなってしまいます。一瞬のチャンスを逃さないためにも中央らへんにいるのが安全かもしれません。クジラは遠くの方に小さく見えるだけで、海面に一瞬現れるくらいなので写真に収めるのもなかなか難しいです。
また、港に戻る手前でなぜか船が止まってしまい４５分程オーバーしました。なぜ止まっているのか船内アナウンスはなく、よく分からないまま暇な時間を過ごしました。

Very moving experience, made all the more meaningful by an excellent tour - on time and very insightful.

It has already been a year since I went (^ - ^)/ I was looking forward to it, but unfortunately, it was a cloudy day, which was a bit disappointing. I also ordered a DVD for an extra fee and had some photos taken＼(^o^)／ As we were taking pictures, the sun started to come out, and from that point on, it was really beautiful and moving! The difference when the sun is out is amazing! I was also happy to see a baby sea turtle up close while snorkeling! ♥

もう去年になりますが行ってきました(^-^)/
楽しみにしていたのですが、生憎の曇り空でちょっと残念でした。
別料金でDVDも頼み、写真も撮ってもらいました＼(^o^)／
とっていたら途中から晴れてきたので、そこからはとても綺麗で感動しました！やっぱり太陽の出によって全然違いますね！
シュノーケリングではウミガメの子どもも近くで見れて嬉しかったです♡

Walking leisurely in the ocean!! A turtle is swimming leisurely and coming closer to me!! It's coming from the turtle's side... I'm just filled with excitement and surprise!

海の中で悠々と歩いて散歩!! 其処に此れも悠々と泳いで
いる亀ｻﾝが近付いてくるんですよ!!
亀ｻﾝの方からですよ･････感激と驚きしか無いよね

The goal is not to see whales. It's better to think of it as enjoying the feeling of going out into the open sea, with the chance of seeing dolphins by chance. The campaign offers a deal where two people can go for the price of one, which felt like a good value. There were also two free drinks and some snacks, so it might be worth participating instead of aimlessly wandering around the city.

クジラを見ることが目的ではないです。
偶然イルカが見えただけで、外洋に出る気持ちよさを味わうと考えたほうがいいです。
キャンペーンで2人で1人分だからお得感はありました。
アルコールも2杯は無料でしたし、ちょっとしたお菓子もあるので、意味なく街をブラブラするぐらいなら参加してもいいのでは。

It was a very rare and enjoyable experience to be able to walk on the sandy beach in the middle of the ocean! Snorkeling was also amazing!

海の中央に砂浜があってそこで歩けるなんてとても貴重な体験で楽しかったです♪シュノーケルもできて最高でした！

The tour was neither good nor bad. It was a nature tour where I caught a glimpse of a whale's spout and saw a bit of its tail, so I guess that's a plus. Breakfast was average. It was disappointing that the air conditioning on the boat was too cold! I was relieved when the air conditioning was turned off after we started heading back to port.

I appreciated that they provided interpretation in Japanese every time.

可もなく不可もないといったツアー。
自然相手のツアーで、クジラの潮吹きがちらっと見えて、尾ひれも少し見えたのでまあイイ方かな。
朝食は普通です。船内がクーラーで寒過ぎたのが残念！
帰港し始めてからはクーラーが消えていてほっとしました。

日本語で毎回通訳してくださるのは良かったです。

I was able to see both, although just a little. Well, since it's a tour in nature, I suppose this is to be expected.
The snorkeling was cold, and I was shivering. The weather was bad from early morning, so I should have brought a rash guard. By the way, it was disappointing that I could only see fish and rocks!

The muffin for the light snack was delicious. I couldn't eat lunch because I got seasick. The staff kindly suggested that I could take it back and eat it at the center.

両方とも見れました。ちょっとやけど。まあ自然相手のツアーなのでこんなものかなと思います。
シュノーケリングは寒くて震えてました。当日は朝一から天候が悪かったのでラッシュを用意して行くべきでした。ちなみに魚と岩場しか見えなくて残念！！

軽食のマフィンがおいしかった。昼食は船酔いで食べれませんでした。係の人が持って帰ってセンターで食べてイイよって声をかけてくれました。

The weather was great, and I was able to see plenty of turtles and beautiful fish, which was really wonderful. The Japanese-speaking guide was also very accommodating, making for a pleasant tour. This time, I participated with my wife, but next time I would like to join with a larger group.

天候にも恵まれ、亀やきれいな魚もいっぱい見ることができすごく良かったです。日本語を話すガイドさんの対応も良く気持ちがよいツアーでした。今回は妻とふたりで参加しましたが、次回は大勢で参加してみたいです。

I was glad to be able to see a show at the hotel where I was staying. The fire dance was powerful and moving.

宿泊しているホテル内でショーを見られて良かったです。
ファイヤーダンスは迫力満点で感動でした。

Many snorkeling tours go far from Waikiki, but this tour's appeal was its convenience of not having to travel far.

The first half was snorkeling off the coast of Waikiki, and the second half was cruising up to Diamond Head.

I was a bit worried since it was an English tour, but it turned out to be such a fun experience that I didn't mind at all.

Depending on the day, the meeting time is at 7:30 AM, and it finishes in the morning, allowing you to schedule other activities in the afternoon. (In fact, I went on a tour to Manoa Falls that departed at 1 PM.)

Also, they took a commemorative photo before boarding, but when I tried to pick it up after disembarking, they asked for $15. I didn't have cash on me, so I declined, but I recommend bringing money if you want a keepsake.

シュノーケリングのツアーはワイキキから車で遠いところに行くものが多いのですが、このツアーはワイキキから遠出しない手軽さが魅力でした。

前半はワイキキ沖でシュノーケリング、後半はダイヤモンドヘッド沖までクルージングという内容でした。

英語ツアーということで若干心配でしたが、そんなことは気にならなくなるぐらい楽しいツアーでした。

曜日にもよりますが、７時半集合で午前中に終わるので、午後に別の予定を入れることも可能です。
（実際、13時発のマノア滝のツアーに行きました。）

なお、乗船前に記念写真を撮ってもらったのですが、下船時に受け取ろうとしたら「15ドル」とのことでした。
僕は手持ちがなかったので断ったのですが、記念に欲しい方はお金を用意していかれることをおすすめします。