All Reviews for Recommended for Kids 2-4

I was able to see the dolphin swimming very close by, and I'm grateful to all the staff. My 9-year-old child seemed scared during their first snorkeling experience in the open sea and cried out of frustration, but they were moved to see the dolphin from the boat. We want to go again. Thank you!

イルカ先生がすぐ近くを泳いでいるのがみられて、スタッフの皆さんに感謝です。9歳のうちの子は、初めての沖でのシュノーケリングが怖かったみたいで、自分の不甲斐なさに泣いていたけど船の上からイルカ先生をみて感激してました。また行きたいと思いました。ありがとうございました！

I had been interested in this for a while, and when I went to Hawaii last time, I couldn't make a reservation, so I decided to try again this time! I was really looking forward to it. However, nature had other plans. During high tide, the sandbar was only up to my knees, and it rained.

The snorkeling was challenging due to the strong currents, but it was a satisfying tour overall. We even saw sea turtles up close, which was thrilling. Given the weather conditions, I will check the tides for my next attempt. The staff was excellent!

以前より気になっておりまして、前回ハワイに行った際は予約が取れずに今回は再チャレンジ！
大変楽しみに行きました。自然には勝てず。満潮でサンドバーはひざ上位まで。そして雨
但しシュノーケリングは潮が強かったですが、満足のいくツアーでした。ウミガメも出現して、身近で見れて感激。この様な天気でしたので、次回は潮を調べて再チャレンジ。
スタッフは最高でした

During the ceremony of setting sail on the boat, a pod of 20 to 30 dolphins came to join us, and we were able to swim with them. It's said that it's rare to encounter them this quickly. Lucky!!

It was an emotional first experience for me. I also got to see sea turtles swimming a few times. Since we met the dolphins early on, we had plenty of time left for marine sports, which made me very satisfied. The marine sports equipment is limited, so we took turns. The crew members were all cheerful and kind, making it the best experience. I definitely plan to participate again next time.

船に乗って出航の儀式？をしている最中に2~30頭のイルカの群れが来てくれて、一緒に泳げました。こんなに早くあえるのは滅多にないことらしいです。ラッキー！！
初めての体験で感動しました。ウミガメ教授も何度か泳いでいるのを見れました。早々にイルカ先生と会えたので、マリンスポーツの時間もたっぷり残り、大満足でした。マリンスポーツは機材の数がたくさんはないので、交代制です。クルーのメンバーも明るく親切な人ばかりなので、最高の体験でした。また次も絶対に参加すると思います。

Great views, plentiful tasty appetizers and drinks! knowledgeable crew that answers all your questions about anything 'Oahu' ! Our Sunday night sunset cruise had very few tourists so e could spread out, have the crew take pictures, lounge on the front nets, lots of drinks and great appetizers. We were looking for something unique to do with our parents (70+) on our last night of vacation and this was perfect. Leaves from beachside of Tropics restaurant in the Hilton Hawaiian Village, parking validated. Book now!

During pickup, the tour guide did not hold a sign, which caused confusion as I couldn't identify the vehicle. Another company's guide helped me, so I boarded just in time for departure. As usual, we took photos immediately upon arrival and were billed later. Despite being a buffet, the menu was unusually limited. It was difficult to order drinks. It was terrible.

ピックアップの時、ツアー担当者が看板を手に持たず、どの車かわからず困惑。他社のガイドさんが教えてくれたので、出発ぎりぎりに乗車。お決まりの到着すぐに写真撮影し後から請求。ブッフェなのに異常に少ないメニュー。飲み物をオーダーしにくい。ひどかった

Had a great afternoon with the team. Very friendly and helpful.. informative on the history and pointed out the turtles.
Would definitely recommend this for a spoil yourself treat.. Munchies and drink are also included..

The staff were very accommodating, and I was able to see many dolphins swimming right nearby, which was incredibly moving! The staff's enthusiasm was high, and even the children who got seasick were very satisfied! I highly recommend this experience!

スタッフさんの対応もとても良く、沢山のイルカに会えたり、すぐ近くを泳いでくれたり、大感動の連続でした！スタッフさんのテンションも高く、船酔いする子どもたちも大満足でした！めちゃくちゃおすすめです！

This was my first time doing anything like this, and I have to say, it defied my expectations in a good way. I had prepared myself for something flashy—bordering on gaudy, even—but what I got was something casual and relaxing, yet still elegant. There were no forced performances or over-the-top dramatizations, just a well-prepared dinner, prompt service and outstanding views. In a word, the whole experience felt genuine. It didn't feel pre-packaged or manufactured. I highly recommend it, especially for a group.

What a wonderful evening!
The boat is very elegant and has three decks with excellent viewing areas. The large windows are a plus, no matter where you are seated you will get a great view of Waikiki. My favorite part was the lounge area on the second deck, after dinner we enjoyed some cocktails listening to great Hawaiian Jazz music. The transportation was punctual and the staff is very friendly. The dinner buffet is good and there are options for everyone.
I had a really nice time with my friends at the Majestic, I would definitely recommend it for everybody.

We ar a family of 4 and we really enjoyed the time we spent at the ranch (very beautiful place it lself), the activities made the experience even better. We choose the The valley, The mountain and Secret Island! It was a blast!

I have some experience with snorkeling in Hawaii, but this time I wanted to try going to the sandbar that often appears on TV, so I made a reservation. Since there were no morning slots available, I opted for the afternoon, but unfortunately, due to high tide, the water was up to my waist at my height. In deeper areas, I couldn't touch the bottom, so I had to wear a life jacket, but the sea was very beautiful, and I was able to see sea turtles quite closely. After that, we moved to a deeper area for snorkeling. Those who didn't want to snorkel stayed on the boat, but it didn't seem like they were bored, as it was interesting to watch. Compared to the tours I've participated in before, snorkeling wasn't the main focus, so I felt a bit unsatisfied, but the staff's explanations were clear, and it was evident that they were attentive to safety. As for food, shortly after boarding the boat, we were served freshly made malasadas, and the barbecue lunch was a buffet with salad, several types of meat, pineapple, rice, and chili beans. The meat and pineapple were especially delicious, and I ate a lot. Overall, the atmosphere was very Hawaiian and lively, and as older participants, we felt a bit out of place, but the guide mentioned that their children were already grown, which made me realize that age doesn't really matter. The boat didn't rock much, so I recommend this for those who want to relax in the sea but also want a bit of activity.

ハワイでシュノーケリングは何回か経験があるのですが、今回はTVによく出ている海の中のサンドバーに行ってみたいと思い、申し込みました。午前中はもう予約が空いてなかったので午後にしたのですが、残念ながら満潮で深さは小さい私の身長では腰のあたりまでありました。深い所では足がつかないので救命胴衣を着けながらでしたが、海はとてもきれいでウミガメもかなり間近で見られました。その後深めの所へ移動してシュノーケリングをしました。しない人は船に残っていましたが、そんなに長い時間ではなく見てるのも面白かったみたいで退屈ではなさそうでした。今まで参加してきたツアーに比べるとシュノーケリングはメインではないので少し物足りなかったですが、スタッフの方々の説明はわかりやすく安全にも配慮していることがうかがわれました。食べ物は船に乗ると間もなく出来立てのマラサダが配られていただけるのと、バーベキューランチはサラダ、お肉が数種類、パイナップル、ごはん、チリビーンズなどのブフェで、お肉とパイナップルが特においしくてたくさん食べました。全体的にハワイらしく盛り上げる雰囲気で年齢の少し行っている私たちはちょっと気おくれしていましたが、ガイドさんもお子さんがもう大きいという話だったので、年齢は関係ないんだなと感心しました。船もあまり揺れないので、のんびり海に入りたいけどちょっとアクティブにもしたい、という方にお勧めです。

We had a wonderful time at de Kualoa Ranch. We chose The mountain , the valley and Secret Island! All these activities were great for all of us!
The Ranch is totally amazing and beautiful itself, the activities make it even more awesome! !!!!

We love it!

When you think of Oahu, you probably picture Waikiki Beach and the surrounding resorts, creating a strong image of the ocean. However, if you venture an hour outside of Waikiki, you'll encounter a different space at Kualoa Ranch. I've been to Hawaii many times, but I only knew the typical tourist spots. The mountains are towering and incredibly beautiful! You can enjoy activities like horseback riding and ATV rides, making it fun for both adults and children, so definitely give it a try!

オアフと言えばワイキキビーチに周辺のリゾートを思い浮かべ海のイメージが強いと思いますが
ワイキキから1時間郊外にでるとクアロア牧というまた違った空間に出会えます。
何度もハワイには行きましたが定番の観光地しか知りませんでした。山がそびえてとてもきれいです！乗馬や四輪バギーなど大人も子供も楽しめますので是非行ってみてください！

It's been a while since I participated, but the memories of that experience are still vivid. I feel happy whenever I see the scenery on TV.

The scenery, the beautiful sea turtles, and the stunning ocean are all highly recommended, but the top recommendation is the barbecue meat. The seasoning was truly delicious, and I ended up going back for seconds.

When asked what was delicious in Hawaii, I answered with this meat, but since you can only taste it by participating, I encouraged others to join in.

参加からだいぶたってしまいまいたが、いまだに参加した思い出が
色あせません。
テレビなどで景色が映るとうれしくおもいます。

景色も海亀きれいな海もすべてがお薦めですが
一番のお薦めはバーベキューのお肉です。
味付けは本当に美味しくて、おかわりしちゃいました。

ハワイで何が美味しかった？と聞かれて
こちらのお肉と答えたのですが、参加しないと食べられない
からぜひ参加してみてと宣伝しちゃいました。

It was great cruise but too many people for server so it took a very long time to get drinks.. We were in second course before we got drinks

The weather was clear and it felt great to swim! As expected, I didn't see the conditions like in that promotional video, but I was still very satisfied to see the beautiful ocean and even spotted a sea turtle! The lunch was delicious too!

快晴でとても気持ちよく泳げました！予想通りあのPVのような状態は見られませんでしたが、それでもあのきれいな海が見られて、ウミガメも見れたので大満足です！
昼食もおいしかったです！

I searched online for a tour to swim with wild dolphins and signed up for "Dolphin University," which had the best reviews. It was a great decision. The staff were enthusiastic both on the bus and on the boat, making it a very enjoyable tour. We were blessed with good weather and received satisfying lessons from Dolphin Sensei and Professor Turtle, successfully graduating from the experience.

The schedule involved being picked up by a bus from the hotel at 6 AM, traveling along the west coast of Oahu for about an hour to reach the port. During the ride, the female staff shared detailed explanations about dolphins and turtles, tips for swimming well with dolphins, and snorkeling precautions, which made the journey exciting and tense as we quickly arrived at the port.

We immediately boarded the boat, sang "Ehomai" to pray for safe sailing, and set off. Fifteen minutes later, we encountered the first pod of dolphins, which included a mother and her baby (about five dolphins spotted). The second pod had over 20 dolphins! They swam gracefully beneath us as we floated with our snorkels. They were incredibly fast! On that day, there were three pods in the bay. The dolphins even showcased some spindle jumps. I felt super lucky and wished I could swim with them a little longer.

Next, we enjoyed snorkeling at the fish and turtle point. There were only a few coral reefs in this area (which is generally sparse around Oahu). We also tried paddle surfing for the first time and managed to stand up quickly, which was fun. However, it was a bit disappointing that the hula dance we were looking forward to couldn't happen due to sound equipment issues. I would have loved to do it even without music.

The photographer took many pictures, and I think it would be even better if there was a system to select and purchase only the photos we wanted for creating memories. We had to wait about 30 minutes for the return bus, which was a bit frustrating in the heat. Overall, it was a very fulfilling and enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it.

野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーをネットで探し、口コミポイントの一番良かった「イルカ大学」に申し込みました。大正解でした。とにかく、スタッフの方々が、道中のバスでも船上でも、盛り上げてくれて、とても楽しいツアーです。天気にも恵まれ、イルカ先生とカメ教授にご指導頂き、満足のいく授業を受けることができ、無事卒業できました。スケジュールは、早朝（６時）にホテルからお迎えのバスに乗り込み、オワフ島西海岸を通り約１時間で港に到着。車中では女性スタッフが、イルカやカメの話し、イルカと一緒に上手に泳ぐためのポイント、シュノーケルの注意事項等々・・・詳細な説明があり、ワクワクと緊張であっという間に港に到着。すぐに、船に乗り込み、航海の安全を祈る「エホマイ」を歌い、出港。15分後には、第１のイルカの群れに遭遇。なんと親子連れの群れ（約５頭目撃）。第２の群れは、20頭以上はいたかなあ？シュノーケルで浮いている私たちの下をすいすい泳いでいきました。さすがに速い！！当日は湾に３つの群れがいたそうです。イルカ達は、スピンドルジャンプも披露してくれました。超ラッキーでした。もう少し、イルカと一緒に泳ぎた～いと思いました。次に、魚とウミガメポイントでシュノーケリングを楽しみました。ここの海には珊瑚礁は少ししかありません（オワフ島全般に少ないですが・・・）。私達は、パドルサーフィンを楽しみました。初めての挑戦でしたがすぐに立つことができ楽しめました。ちょっと残念だったのが、楽しみにしていたフラダンスが音響設備の不具合でできなかったことです。音楽なくてもやりたかったです。カメラマンの方が沢山写真を撮ってくれました。欲しい写真のみ選んで購入できるシステムがあればよりよい思い出作りができると思います。帰りのバスがなかなか到着せず、暑い中30分位待たされました。総合的には、とても充実した楽しいツアーでした。おすすめです。

I searched online for a tour to swim with wild dolphins and signed up for the highly-rated "Dolphin University." It was a great decision. The staff were enthusiastic both on the bus and on the boat, making it a very enjoyable tour. We were blessed with good weather and received excellent guidance from Dolphin Sensei and Professor Turtle, allowing us to have a satisfying lesson and graduate successfully.

The schedule involved being picked up by a bus from the hotel early in the morning (at 6 AM), traveling along the west coast of Oahu, and arriving at the port in about an hour. During the ride, a female staff member provided detailed explanations about dolphins and turtles, tips for swimming well with dolphins, snorkeling precautions, and more, making the journey exciting and tense as we quickly arrived at the port.

We immediately boarded the boat, sang "Eho Mai" to pray for safe sailing, and set off. Fifteen minutes later, we encountered our first pod of dolphins, which included a mother and her calf (about five dolphins spotted). The second pod had over 20 dolphins! They swam effortlessly beneath us as we floated with our snorkels. They were incredibly fast! On that day, there were three pods in the bay. The dolphins even showcased some spindle jumps. I felt super lucky and wanted to swim with them a little longer.

Next, we enjoyed snorkeling at the fish and turtle point. There were only a few coral reefs in this area (which is generally sparse around Oahu). We also tried paddle surfing for the first time and managed to stand up quickly, which was fun. However, I was a bit disappointed that the hula dance we were looking forward to couldn't happen due to sound equipment issues. I would have loved to do it even without music.

The photographer took many pictures of us, and I think having a system where we could choose and purchase only the photos we wanted would create even better memories. We had to wait about 30 minutes in the heat for the return bus, which took a while to arrive. Overall, it was a very fulfilling and enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it.

野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーをネットで探し、口コミポイントの一番良かった「イルカ大学」に申し込みました。大正解でした。とにかく、スタッフの方々が、道中のバスでも船上でも、盛り上げてくれて、とても楽しいツアーです。天気にも恵まれ、イルカ先生とカメ教授にご指導頂き、満足のいく授業を受けることができ、無事卒業できました。スケジュールは、早朝（６時）にホテルからお迎えのバスに乗り込み、オワフ島西海岸を通り約１時間で港に到着。車中では女性スタッフが、イルカやカメの話し、イルカと一緒に上手に泳ぐためのポイント、シュノーケルの注意事項等々・・・詳細な説明があり、ワクワクと緊張であっという間に港に到着。すぐに、船に乗り込み、航海の安全を祈る「エホマイ」を歌い、出港。15分後には、第１のイルカの群れに遭遇。なんと親子連れの群れ（約５頭目撃）。第２の群れは、20頭以上はいたかなあ？シュノーケルで浮いている私たちの下をすいすい泳いでいきました。さすがに速い！！当日は湾に３つの群れがいたそうです。イルカ達は、スピンドルジャンプも披露してくれました。超ラッキーでした。もう少し、イルカと一緒に泳ぎた～いと思いました。次に、魚とウミガメポイントでシュノーケリングを楽しみました。ここの海には珊瑚礁は少ししかありません（オワフ島全般に少ないですが・・・）。私達は、パドルサーフィンを楽しみました。初めての挑戦でしたがすぐに立つことができ楽しめました。ちょっと残念だったのが、楽しみにしていたフラダンスが音響設備の不具合でできなかったことです。音楽なくてもやりたかったです。カメラマンの方が沢山写真を撮ってくれました。欲しい写真のみ選んで購入できるシステムがあればよりよい思い出作りができると思います。帰りのバスがなかなか来なくて、暑い中30分位待たされました。総合的には、とても充実した楽しいツアーでした。おすすめです。

The rain and wind were intense, so it wasn't a picturesque view, but the crew was entertaining and the lunch was delicious. Next time, I want to try again when the weather is nice.

雨と風が凄くて写真のような景色ではありませんでしたが、クルーの方は面白く昼食も美味しかったです。今度は天気がいいときにリベンジしたいです。

My partner & I, sister & brother in law had such a good fun time. The crew were young, energetic & so professional. Nothing was a problem, plus they were also great photographers. The food was delicious & lots of it & the drinks were plentiful. The catamaran was fun especially sitting at the front on the net with the water underneath you. When we arrived back at the pier our shoes were ready sitting in pairs, after they had been locked safely away in a box on the dock until our return. Oh yes & the sunset was beautiful.

They advertise two drinks but you get more then that. It was a very good trip. Well run.

Dinner was a buffet, and it was great to have control over the portions. The roast beef that was served was delicious. There were Japanese staff members, so I didn't have any trouble communicating.

Indeed, I didn't notice any swaying, and I had finished eating before we set sail. After eating on the first floor, everyone was free to go up to the bar on the second floor or the third floor, and I appreciated that freedom. While on the third floor, I could hear the live music from the second floor, but I couldn't tell when the hula dance show was happening. I was very satisfied as I enjoyed the views of Waikiki, Diamond Head, yachts, and the sunset, but it might not be suitable for those who want to see more shows or party. I saw many people dancing on a large cruise ship passing by as it entered the harbor, so if you prefer a more relaxed atmosphere to enjoy your meal and the scenery, I think this cruise is a good option.

夕食はビュッフェで、量がコントロールできて良かったです。切り分けていただいたローストビーフはおいしかったです。
日本語スタッフもいましたので、困るようなことはありませんでした。
確かに揺れも気にならないし、ほとんど出港前に食べ終わっていました。１階で食べたら、各々自由に２階のバーや３階に上がっていて、その自由さが良かったです。３階にいると、２階の生演奏の歌は聞こえるけど、フラダンスのショーがいつやっていたのかは分かりませんでした。私はワイキキ、ダイヤモンドヘッド、ヨット、夕日など景色を満喫できたので大満足でしたが、ショーをもっと見たり騒ぎたい人には向かないかもしれません。近くを走行する大きなクルーズ船では、港に入るときに大勢が踊っているのが見えましたので、そういう雰囲気が苦手で食事と景色を楽しむなら、こちらのクルーズはお手頃だと思います。

I was curious about what it would be like, so I participated. When we spotted the dolphins from the boat, everyone dove into the sea one by one at the signal and chased after them. However, I didn't have enough stamina and couldn't use my fins effectively, so I couldn't get very close. But next time, I want to build up my stamina and participate again.

どんな感じに見えるのか疑問に思い参加しましたが船の上から発見すると合図と共にみんなが順番に海へダイブ、イルカを追いかけました。しかし体力が無い私は足のフィンを上手く使えずにあまり近くへ寄ることが出来ませんでした。
でも今度は体力を付けて参加させて頂きたいと思います。

It was an incredibly wonderful time, watching the deep blue sea and sky gradually being dyed by the sunset while holding a glass of champagne! Among the staff, there were also Japanese people, and everyone was very friendly and made it enjoyable. It was my first time in Hawaii, but the scenery I saw on this cruise has become an unforgettable memory.

真っ青な海と空が、次第に夕陽に染まっていくのを、シャンパン片手にながめている、最高に素敵な時間でした❗
スタッフの方達の中に日本人の方もいらして、皆さんとても気さくで楽しませて下さいました。
初めてのハワイでしたが、このクルーズで見た景色は忘れられない思い出になりました。

This is truly worth more than the price!! I think so, and I will definitely come again next time! Haha. Since it's such a far place that we can't go on our own, there were really a lot of people who took the tour bus! But the bus is comfortable! The movie village tour was really great! I highly recommend it! I want to go again! That scenery is just the best! If my child were older, and if I weren't pregnant, I would want to do the buggy tour next time! Also, Secret Island was amazing! Even though the sea was polluted due to the hurricane, it was still satisfying! So I will come back for a revenge trip to Secret Island! On the island, you can enjoy activities like beach volleyball, table tennis, kayaking, and surfing, all for free! My child enjoyed kayaking! I was just swaying in the hammock! It's a place where just being there feels amazing. They even let my child ride a horse lightly! There are many staff members who can speak Japanese, and everyone is kind! They are really gentle with children too! So I am truly satisfied, and I will definitely come again! Next time, I will enjoy the beautiful sea!

これは本当に値段以上に価値があります！！
と私は思いますし、また絶対次回も来ます！笑
自分達で行けないくらい遠い場所な為かツアーでバスに乗った人は本当に大勢！でもバスは快適です！映画村ツアー本当によかった！本当にオススメ！また行きたい！あの景色は本当最高！子供が大きかったら、、私が妊婦じゃなかったらバギーツアーにしたいな！次は！あとシークレットアイランド最高！ハリケーンの影響で海が汚染されていたのに大満足するくらいいい！だからリベンジしてまたシークレットアイランドに来ます！島でハンモックに揺られてビーチバレーや卓球、カヤック、サーフィン等、好きな遊びをもちろん無料で！子供はカヤック楽しんでました！私はハンモックに揺られてました！空間に居るだけで最高！って思えるよーな場所です。
子供を軽く馬に乗せてもくれました！日本語話せるスタッフも多いーし、スタッフもみんな優しい！子供にも本当に優しい！だから本当に満足だし、また絶対にきます！
今度は綺麗な海で楽しみます！

At the end of June, during our company trip, I visited Hawaii for the first time and wanted to experience something unique to Hawaii, so I signed up for this tour to meet wild dolphins and sea turtles.

On the morning of the tour, we gathered at the meeting point and departed as soon as everyone arrived. The bus ride takes about an hour if there’s no traffic. During the ride, the instructor and the bus driver introduced themselves and explained the precautions for participating in the tour and the day's itinerary. Motion sickness medication can also be purchased for about $2, so if you don’t have any and need it, you can buy it on the bus. Even if you’re confident you won’t get sick, the boat can sway quite a bit depending on the weather, so I recommend buying and taking the motion sickness medication. In fact, there were a few people who didn’t take it and ended up getting sick on the boat. If you get seasick, you won’t be able to enjoy the tour to the fullest, so be sure to take it.

Before long, we arrived at the port, and those who wanted to rent wetsuits settled the rental fee. You can also sign up for wetsuit rental on the bus. As other reviewers have mentioned, even if it’s warm on land, returning to the boat with a wet body can be much colder than you expect, so I recommend renting one.

Once we were ready, we set off. There were about 20 to 30 people, and the bus was nearly full. Along with the participants, there were three instructors who joined us from the bus, as well as the captain and his son. The boat is equipped with a restroom, which is reassuring. The instructors kept the atmosphere lively on the boat.

This time, we were lucky with the weather, and about five minutes after departure, we spotted a pod of dolphins.

Following the instructor's instructions, we quickly changed into our wetsuits and got ready. I was so excited, but since we were dealing with nature, I knew that being unprepared could be dangerous. I calmly listened to the instructor's explanations and prepared myself.

Once we were ready, we entered the water one by one as instructed. It was my first experience with snorkeling, so I was initially scared, but wearing a life jacket helped me get used to it quickly. Once in the water, we swam towards the pod of dolphins. It does require a fair amount of stamina.

Since the dolphins are constantly moving, staying close to the instructor makes it easier to encounter the pods.

I missed the first pod of dolphins, but when the next one appeared, I stayed close to the instructor and was able to see the dolphins clearly.

The wild dolphins were incredibly mystical, cute, and moving.

After seeing the dolphins, we moved to a spot with lots of colorful tropical fish for snorkeling. Here, in addition to snorkeling, those who wanted could also enjoy activities like paddle surfing. I decided to stick with snorkeling this time.

We were also lucky to encounter a sea turtle and swim alongside it. It felt like we were swimming right next to each other.

After finishing snorkeling, we returned to the boat, changed out of our wetsuits, and prepared to head back to the port.

On the way back, we saw several sea turtles.

During the ride back to the port, we had a great time eating hamburgers, singing and dancing with the instructors and other participants, and enjoying the scenery.

Once we arrived at the port, we took a group photo and boarded the bus for the return trip. On the bus, those who wanted could purchase the photos taken by the photographer who accompanied us that day.

We were able to return to the hotel by early afternoon, making good use of our time.

Participating in this tour was a very memorable experience, especially since we were blessed with good weather and conditions. My wife and I both said it was the most fun we had during our trip to Hawaii. If we have the opportunity to visit Hawaii again in the future, we definitely want to participate again.

If you’re on the fence about it, I highly re

6月末に社員旅行でハワイに初めて訪れた際に、ハワイでしか経験できないことをしたいと思い、野生のイルカとウミガメに会いに行くこちらのツアーに申し込みました。

当日の朝、集合場所へ行き人数がそろい次第すぐに出発しました。
バスでの移動時間は渋滞などなければ1時間前後だと思います。
行きの車内ではインストラクターの方やバスの運転手の方の自己紹介、今回のツアーに参加するにあたっての注意事項、当日の流れなどの説明をインストラクターの方がしてくれます。
酔い止めの薬も2ドル(だったような、、)で購入できるので、酔い止め薬を持参してなくて必要な方は購入することもできます。
酔わない自信がある方でも、当日の天候次第ではかなり船が揺れるみたいですので、酔い止め薬を購入して飲んでおくことをオススメします。
実際に今回も酔い止め薬を飲まず、船で吐いてる方も何名かいらっしゃいました。
船酔いしてしまうと、ツアーを100パーセント楽しむことができないため必ず飲んでおくようにしましょう。

そうこうしているうちに港に到着し、ウェットスー
ツのレンタルを希望している方はウェットスーツ代の精算をします。
ウェットスーツのレンタルも行きの車内で申し込むことができます。
他の投稿者の方も書いてますが、陸は暖かくても濡れた体で船に戻ると想像以上に寒いと思うので、こちらもレンタルすることをオススメします。

準備が整い次第、さっそく出発です。
人数は20〜30人くらいでほぼ満席だったと思います。
参加者の他に、行きのバスから同行して
くれたインストラクターの方と、ハワイの現地人のインストラクターの方が3名、船長と船長の息子さんで出発です。
船はトイレも完備されているため安心です。
船ではインストラクターの方々が色々と盛り
上げてくれます。

今回はラッキーなことに天候にも恵まれ、船が出発して5分くらいでイルカの群れを発見しました。

インストラクターの方の指示で、さっそくウェットスーツに着替え準備に入ります。
ワクワクが止まりませんが、自然が相手ですので準備を怠ると危険なケースも考えられます。
落ち着いてインストラクターの方の説明を聞き準備を行います。

準備が完了したらインストラクターの方の指示で、順番に海に入ります。
シュノーケリングは初めての経験でしたので最初は恐怖心がありましたが、ライフジャケットも着てるのですぐに慣れます。
海に入ったらイルカの群れに向かってひたすら泳ぎます。
そこそこ体力も必要になるかと思います。

イルカも常に移動してるので、インストラクターの方の近くにいるとイルカの群れに遭遇しやすいかと思います。

私は最初のイルカの群れは見ることが出来ませんでしたが、次に現れたイルカの群れの時はインストラクターの方の近くに付きイルカの群れをしっかりと見ることができました。

野生のイルカの群れはとても神秘的で可愛くて感動しました。

イルカを見た後は、場所を移動しカラフルな熱帯魚がたくさんいるところでシュノーケリングを行います。
ここではシュノーケリングの他にも、希望者はパドルサーフィンなどのアクティビティで遊ぶことができます。
私は今回はアクティビティは行わず、ずっとシュノーケリングをすることにしました。

ここでもラッキーなことにウミガメに遭遇し、一緒に泳ぐことができました。
ものすごく距離が近く隣で一緒に泳いでいるって感覚です。

こちらでのシュノーケリングが終わったあとは船に戻り、ウェットスーツなど着替え、帰る準備をし、港へ向けて出発します。

港へ向かうあいだにも何匹もウミガメがいました。

港までの時間は、ハンバーガーを食べたり、インストラクターの方々と、ツアーの参加者みんなで歌ったり踊ったり、景色を眺めたり、ずっと有意義に過ごすことができます。

港へ着くと最後にみんなで記念撮影をし、帰りのバスに乗り込みます。
帰りのバスでは本日同行してくれたカメラマンの方が撮影したデータを、希望者は買うことができます

昼過ぎにはホテルへ戻ることができるので、時間を有効に使うことができます。

今回参加してみて、天候やコンディションに恵まれたこともあり、とても思い出深い経験をすることができました。
私と妻も、今回のハワイ旅行の中で1番楽しかったと言っています。
また今後ハワイに行く機会がありましたら、ぜひまた参加したいと考えています。

迷っている方が居ましたら、1度参加してみると素晴らしい感動や体験が待っているのでオススメします。

After about 15 minutes on the boat, we arrived at the spot where the dolphins are. We quickly put on our masks and fins and dove in! There were really so many dolphins welcoming us. I think there were more than 20. We briefly drifted away, but they came back to us, and as the instructor mentioned, the dolphins all seemed to be swimming relaxed. They even came right up to us, which was very moving! If I could wish for anything, it would be to swim with them a bit longer. It was so much fun that the time felt really short.

After swimming with the dolphins, we moved a little to a spot with lots of fish and enjoyed snorkeling. They seemed used to people and didn’t escape even when we got close. We also enjoyed kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding! Afterward, we all had cheeseburgers and pineapple. As the boat was returning to the port, the dolphins came back toward us and showed us some dolphin jumps. It really felt like they were seeing us off. Finally, we danced the hula, and I was very satisfied! Even now that I’m back home, I can’t get the hula dance song out of my head!

船に乗り15分ぐらいでイルカ先生のいるスポットに到着しました。すぐにマスクとフィンを取り付け潜水！本当にたくさんのイルカ先生達がお出迎えしてくれました。20頭以上はいたのではないかと思います。一度離れてしまいましたがまた戻ってきてくれ、インストラクターの方も言ってましたがイルカ先生達はみんなリラックスして泳いでいるようでした。目の前に来てくれることもあり、とても感動しました！欲を言えばもっと一緒に泳ぎたかったな〜〜。楽しくて本当に時間が短く感じました。
イルカ先生と泳いだ後は、魚がたくさんいくところへ少し移動。シュノーケルを楽しみました。人に慣れているのか触れそうになっても全然逃げない。。カヤックやSUPも楽しみました！終わった後はみんなでチーズバーガーとパイナップルを食べました。船が港に戻ろうとするとまたイルカ先生たちがこちらに向かって来てくれドルフィンジャンプを見せてくれました。本当にお見送りしてくれてるかのようでした。最後はフラダンスを踊ってとっても満足で
す！帰国した今もフラダンスの歌が頭から離れません笑。

I have been to Hawaii several times and previously participated in a dolphin school. At that time, I was able to meet the dolphin instructor, but I could hardly see them for a moment. So, this time I enrolled in university for a second chance.

The weather was great, and on the bus ride there, a cheerful lady talked about the dolphin instructor and important notes in a fun way. Her enthusiasm for dolphins was contagious, and I got excited to swim with the dolphin instructor!

Once we boarded the boat, I didn't feel seasick and enjoyed a comfortable cruise. It felt a bit long as we struggled to find the dolphin instructor, but when we finally spotted them, everyone was super excited! We jumped into the sea one after another! Many children participated in the tour, and the staff helped the little ones into the water, pulling them along with floaties, which made it feel safe and enjoyable for families.

When the dolphin instructor approached, the staff shouted, "Look down!" so we swam desperately in that direction. Then, right below us was a pod of dolphins! I couldn't believe how many there were! I was so moved that I forgot to take videos at first and just stared in awe.

After that, we went snorkeling. There weren't many colorful fish, but I enjoyed the beautiful, clear sea. When we got back on the boat, I was hungry and the cheeseburger was really delicious!

A photographer accompanied us and took various pictures, but we couldn't take photos with our own cameras or smartphones, possibly because they wanted us to purchase the photos. I would have loved to take casual pictures with the staff.

I only caught a glimpse of a turtle for a moment, which was disappointing, but meeting so many dolphin instructors became a wonderful memory! On the way back, I was so tired that I fell into a deep sleep and have no recollection of it (laughs).

If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely want to join this tour!

Hawaiiには何度か行った事があり、以前イルカ中学校に参加した事がありました。その時にもイルカ先生には会えたのですが、一瞬でほとんど見えませんでした。なので、今回はリベンジに大学に入学しました。
お天気もよくて、行きのバスの中で元気なお姉さんがイルカ先生についてや、注意事項を楽しく話してくださって、イルカが大好きで熱心な様子も伝わり、早くイルカ先生と泳ぎたい！とテンション上がりました。
船に乗ってからは船酔いもなく、快適なクルージング。
なかなかイルカ先生が見つからず少し長く感じましたが、いざイルカ先生が見つかったらみんなテンションMax‼️
次々に海へ！ツアーにはお子様もたくさん参加していて、小さい子はスタッフの方が一緒に海に入ってくれて海の中でも浮き輪で引っ張ってくれたり、子連れでも安心して楽しめる印象でした。
イルカ先生が近づいてきてくらたら、スタッフが「下見て～！」と叫んでくれるので、必死にそちら側へ泳ぎます。そうすると、真下をイルカ先生の群れが～
こんなにたくさんいるなんて！ホントに感動で、最初は動画とるのも忘れるくらいにただボーっと眺めていました。
その後はシュノーケリングもしました。あんまりカラフルな魚はいなかったけど、透き通った綺麗な海で楽しめました。船にあがったら、チーズバーガーお腹もすいてて、すごく美味しかったです‼️
写真は、カメラマンさんが同行していて、いろんな写真を撮ってくれていましたが、その写真を購入してほしいからか、自分たちのカメラやスマホでは写真を撮ってもらえませんでした。スタッフの方との写真が気軽に撮れたら嬉しかったです。
カメさんは、1匹一瞬しか見えなかったので残念でしたが、たくさんのイルカ先生に会えたのはいい思い出になりました！
帰りのバスは疲れて爆睡で記憶がありません(笑)
また、Hawaiiに行く機会があればぜひ参加したいと思えるツアーでした。

During our recent trip to Hawaii, we finally got to participate in a tour with wild dolphins at Dolphin University, which we had been looking forward to. We were a family of four, and I was a bit nervous about whether we would encounter dolphins, especially since I had my 5-year-old son and 9-year-old daughter with me. However, we were fortunate enough to come across a large pod, and my son, who was snorkeling for the second time, was incredibly excited to see them. He enjoyed snorkeling and kayaking until the very end! We were thoroughly satisfied with the warm support from the staff, and I definitely want to join this tour again on our next trip to Hawaii! I highly recommend it!!!

この度のハワイ旅行で、念願の野生イルカとのツアーで【名門イルカ大学】にヒットし、家族四人で参加させてもらいました。
イルカに遭遇できるか？５才の息子と９才の娘と一緒だったため、小さな子どもたちでもちゃんと見れるか？ドキドキでしたが、見事大きな大群に出逢えてシュノーケル２回目だった５才の息子も大群を見ることが出来て大興奮でしたし、一番最後までシュノーケルもカヤックも楽しんでました！スタッフの方々のあたたかいサポートにも終始大満足で、次回のハワイ旅行の時にも是非また参加したいと思えるツアーでした！超～オススメですよ！！！！！

Honestly, I underestimated it. I thought that "swimming with dolphins" would just mean seeing the shadows of dolphins in the distance... I was completely wrong. The dolphins were swimming right next to me. There were so many dolphins swimming close enough that I could reach out and touch them. Occasionally, they would come closer, swimming in circles right beneath me, and when they put their heads in the water, I could hear their sounds, like "wee-wee." It was truly an amazing experience.

After that, we had activities like kayaking and paddleboarding, and I was able to see sea turtles up close. The stand-up paddleboarding was a bit challenging for me, but I enjoyed snorkeling enough. I learned that sea turtles come up for air about every 20 minutes, and they would suddenly appear from the seabed, swimming alongside us for photos, and then another turtle would come up... it was fantastic.

The weather was great, and the sea was calm, making it an absolutely wonderful experience.

正直舐めてました。「イルカと泳げる」なんて、どうせ遠くにイルカの影が見えるだけだろうと...
完全な間違いでした。まさにイルカが本当にすぐ近くを泳いでました。手を伸ばせば届くようなところに何匹も何匹もイルカが泳いでいました。時よりこっちに近づいてきては、自分の真下でぐるぐる回りながら泳いでいたり、そして水に頭をつけると、「キュイーンキュイーン」とそのイルカたちの鳴き声が聞こえました。本当に素晴らしい体験でした。
その後はカヤックやパドルボートでのアクティビティでしたが、なんとここではウミガメを間近で見ることができました。スタンドアップパドルボートは私には少し難しかったのですが、シュノーケリングだけでも十分楽しめました。ウミガメは20分ぐらいに一度息継ぎのために海面に上がってくるそうで、あちこちでウミガメが突如海底から姿を現しては一緒に泳いで写真をとって、また別のウミガメが上がってきて..といった感じで最高でした。
天気も良く、海も凪いでおり実に素晴らしい体験でした。