Reviewed by: Sidra Johnson
Visited the Ranch as a family of 5. We rented a Raptor for 1 hr since 2 hrs were no longer offered. We drove around in what seemed like a circle for 1 hr. Stopped twice for about 2 minutes and we it was over. The location was beautiful but the tour is overpriced and over rated. Save your money.
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| Packages: | 1 Hour Multi Passenger (until 03/31/2018) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Reviewed by: ももちゃんアロハ
I took a ride on the Atlantis at the end of the year.
Before boarding, the staff took a photo with Diamond Head in the background. You can purchase that photo as a large print on the way back for $20 or more, and you can also share it for free using a URL. The photo frame was cute, so I recommend it.
Depending on the season, I wasn't able to see sea turtles or notable fish, which was disappointing. However, I enjoyed the underwater guidance from the local guide, whose Japanese was a bit shaky. The repeated phrase "Jinko no San Goshou" and the corny jokes stuck in my head throughout the trip, and I still laugh when I think about it.
Also, while waiting to board the submarine, there were quite a few Japanese people who were feeling seasick. The boat had vomit bags available, but for those who are prone to motion sickness, I think it would be better to take anti-nausea medication or find ways to avoid getting sick.
年末にアトランティスに乗ってきました。
乗車前に、スタッフの方がダイヤモンドヘッドをバックに
写真をとってくださいました。そのデータは、大きな写真として帰りの船内で
買うこともできる(20ドル〜)し、URLを使えば無料でシェアできました。
写真立てが可愛かったので、オススメです。
季節にもよるのでしょうが、ウミガメやめぼしいお魚を見ることができず、
そこは残念でした。ただ、日本語がたどたどしい現地ガイドさんの、
潜水艦での案内が楽しかったです。たびたび繰り返される
「ジンコーノーサンゴショー」と寒いギャグが旅中耳から離れず、
思い出すと今でも笑ってしまいます。
また、潜水艦に乗るのを待っている間、船酔いを
している日本人の方が、結構な数いらっしゃいました。
船には、ゲロ袋もありましたが、酔いやすい方は、
酔い止めの薬や、酔わないような工夫をされたほうがよいかと思います。
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| Packages: | スタンダード・サブマリン<定員48名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Jake
I booked the one-hour course due to time constraints and a question about whether I would be driving the buggy for two hours.
Driving the buggy might require some getting used to at first, but I don't think it's particularly difficult. Instead of using a throttle, you push a lever located where the throttle is, which acts as the accelerator. Those who are used to motorcycles might feel a bit of discomfort. However, you'll get used to it quickly. I was told we would have a trial run at first, but before I knew it, I was on the main course. This means that very few people probably drop out or are forced to drop out.
If you wear your own sunglasses or regular glasses, it seems you don't need to wear the provided sunglasses. Since we are driving off-road, as long as your eyes are protected, that should be sufficient.
We drive through winding off-road paths and cross streams, going through places like the ones shown in the photos. If you have the time, you can enjoy the scenery while driving. However, since the basic premise is to maintain the formation, if you focus too much on that, you might miss some sights. It would be nice to have some extra driving comfort.
The reason I deducted one star is that compared to the two-hour course, there are fewer places to stop. This is obvious, but (laughs). We just passed by places like the dinosaur footprints and spots that seemed to be used in Top Gun. I had some prior information, so I was able to see those, but my friend who came with me seemed to miss them and looked a bit disappointed.
If you have the stamina and time, and are also interested in the movie world, the two-hour course might be recommended. I wasn't that familiar with it, so I enjoyed the one-hour course.
It's reassuring that the guide is Japanese.
1時間コースと2時間コースがあったので、時間の都合上と、
2時間もバギーを運転するの?という疑問があったので、
1時間コースで予約しました。
バギーの運転は最初はコツがいるかもしれませんが、
特に難しいものではないと思います。
スロットルではなく、スロットルのところについているレバーを押すとアクセルという感じです。バイクとかで慣れている人は少し違和感があるかもしれないですね。
でも、すぐ慣れます。最初お試しで走るって言われたんですが、
気付けば本コースに入ってたようです。
つまりは基本ドロップアウトする人・させられる人はほとんどいないんでしょうね。
自前のサングラスや普通のメガネをしていれば、
用意されたサングラスはしなくていいようです。
とりあえず、オフロードを走るので、目が保護されてればいいようなので。
オフロードをくねくね走り、小川も超えて、
写真にもあるようなところを走ります。余裕があれば景色を十分堪能しながら走れます。
ただ、基本隊列を乱さず走ることが前提なので、そこに意識集中していると、
見逃すこともあるかも。運転に余裕があるといいですよね。
ただ、星を一つ減らしたのは、
2時間コースとくらべて、立ち寄れる場所が少ないこと。
当たり前ですが(笑)
途中恐竜の足あとのところや、トップガン?で使われたようなとことか?
完全に横を通り過ぎただけです。
自分はある程度事前情報があったので、それを見れたのですが、
一緒に来ていた友人は気づかずスルーしたみたいで、少し残念そうでした。
体力と時間があって、映画の世界にも興味が深いようなら、
2時間コースがおすすめかもしれないですね。
俺はそこまで詳しくなかったので、1時間で楽しめました。
ガイドも日本人の方が案内してくれるので、安心です。
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| Packages: | 四輪バギー1時間コース(1名乗り)※2020年3月31日まで |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/14 |
Reviewed by: John Pio
First time using Veltra to book activities in Hawaii and it was a pretty good experience. All the activites had the highest rating and were very good. Would definitely use Veltra again on our next visit.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/02 |
Reviewed by: jandg
We did the Diamond Head and Manoa Falls hikes. Both were very different and beautiful in their own ways. We are glad we did the Diamond Head hike in the early hours and were able to do the Mania Falls hike during the heat of the day since it was a cooler hike. Advice: take plenty of bug spray for the Manoa Falls hike! And as a side note, Romero our tour driver was fantastic! He told us some local history and gave us advice on places to go and eat.
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| Packages: | Hawaiian Beauty Combo: Diamond Head Crater Trail & Manoa Falls Hike |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/30 |
Reviewed by: ユッキー
I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles clearly with my own eyes! I was especially thrilled to see the sea turtles up close and even swim with them. I also encountered a pod of dolphins several times, but they were too fast for me to get close… However, I could always hear their "kyu kyu" sounds, which was very soothing even when I got tired from swimming. I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii.
イルカもウミガメも肉眼でしっかり見れました!
特にウミガメはかなり近くで見て、一緒に泳げたので、めちゃくちゃうれしかったです。
イルカも何度か群れに曹禺できたのですが、泳ぐのが早いため、近づく事はできませんでした…
ただ、「キュキュ」という鳴き声が常に聞こえてきてたので、泳ぎ疲れた時でもかなり癒されます♡
次にハワイに行く時も、必ず参加したいです。
Thank you for participating! It is said that the ocean in Hawaii has a healing effect. We hope you will join us again when you come back to Hawaii. Mahalo!
この度はご参加頂きありがとうございました!ハワイの海そのものに癒し効果があると言われております。またハワイにお越しの際にも是非ご参加頂きたいと思います。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/09/30) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/12 |
Reviewed by: キースケイトミ
The zipline at Kualoa Ranch is a great option. One of the advantages of the Keana Farm is that you can choose the zipline alone, which is not possible at Kualoa, and it includes round-trip transportation. At Kualoa, you can opt for round-trip transportation if you select other tours like the buggy, but if you choose the zipline alone, transportation is not included, making it difficult to get there.
You will zipline seven times with a group of ten people and three local foreign guides over about three hours. The tour description mentions a buggy ride (1.5 hours), but this does not refer to a self-driven buggy like at Kualoa, nor is it actually 1.5 hours; it refers to about a 20-minute buggy ride between the first and second ziplines.
While it seems like snacks are included, it's better to assume there will be almost none. The ziplining itself is very enjoyable, and the foreign guides are cheerful and entertaining. They are also very thorough about safety, which gives a sense of reassurance that the staff is well-trained.
Perhaps because it’s a tour for foreigners, the pickup vehicle did not arrive at the scheduled time (laughs). It takes about an hour and a half to get to Keana Farm from Waikiki, which felt very far. It would be good to have warm clothing to endure the cold car interior. No Japanese is spoken at all. I would like to go again.
クアロア牧場でもできるジップライン。こちらのケアナファームの良い点はクアロアでは不可のジップライン単独の選択+往復送迎があること。クアロアの場合、バギーなどの他のツアーを併せて選択すると往復送迎可能だが、ジップライン単独で選択すると往復送迎が付いていないので行きづらい。
10人1組に3人の現地外国人ガイドでジップラインを7本、約3時間かけてやります。
ツアー説明文にバギー(1.5時間)と書いてありますが、これはクアロアのような自分で運転するバギーでもなければ、1.5時間でもなく、1本目と2本目のジップライン間の移動のための20分ぐらいのバギー移動のことを指します。
軽食がついているかのような説明がありますが、ほぼないと考えておいた方が良いです。
ジップライン自体は非常に楽しく、また外国人ガイドも非常に陽気で面白いです。またとにかく徹底して安全に配慮されていますので、スタッフの教育がなされている感があり安心できます。
外国人用のツアーだからかもしれませんが、ピックアップの時間に送迎車は来ません((笑))
ケアナファームまでワイキキから1時間半。非常に遠いと感じました。
冷蔵庫のように冷えた車内での移動に耐えられる防寒着があると良いです。
日本語は全く通じません。
また行きたいと思っています。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/30 |
Reviewed by: masaya
The day after arriving in Hawaii, I had a parasailing reservation for 8 AM, so I was excitedly waiting at the designated hotel around 7 AM. The pickup time was 7:10, but even after 5 minutes and then 10 minutes, no one showed up. The reservation details mentioned to call the local office if no one arrived after 10 minutes, but the next item stated that the local office opened at 7:30. Even after that time passed, no one came, and eventually, when the hotel front desk called xtremeparasail, they said there was no reservation for 8 AM that day. My excitement about being in Hawaii vanished, and I felt down, wondering who was lying. The only availability was the day before I was set to leave, so I had them make a reservation for that day at the front desk. The parasailing experience itself was amazing, but I wish the local office had communicated more effectively.
ハワイについた翌日に8時からのパラセーリングに予約していたので 指定ホテルで ウキウキドキドキしながら 7時ころから 待ってました。ピックアップ時間は7時10分でしたが 5分たっても10分たってもきません。予約の詳細には10分たってもこなかったら 現地事務所に電話するように書いてありましたが その次の項目に現地事務所の開始時間は7時半からと書いてありました。半になってもこなくて結局宿泊ホテルのホテルのフロントから xtremeparasailにかけてもらうと その日の8時からの予約は入ってなかったとのこと。ハワイついて ウキウキの気持ちはふっとびました、 どちらが嘘ついてると暗い気持ちでした。帰る前日しかあいてなく フロントでその日に予約いれてもらいました。パラセーリング自体は最高でした、が 現地事務所ともう少ししっかりやりとりして欲しいと思いました。
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| Packages: | 高さ130メートル※送迎設定保存用 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/27 |
Reviewed by: J_P
It was Awesome, staff was Nice and made sure we were safe. Had lots of fun.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Flight - 800ft Line (8 min) Early Bird Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/27 |
Reviewed by: Diogo
It was a good sailing and snorkeling activity.
It could be better with some more time snorkeling and maybe in different places with more fish variety.
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| Packages: | Shore Bird Lunch Buffet (12pm) & Morning Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/30 |
Reviewed by: ここそら
I had always dreamed of swimming in a sea with dolphins, so I decided to enroll in Dolphin University, which offers many activities.
The meeting time was early, just past 6 AM, and while I felt a bit sleepy, I was excited.
On the bus, the Japanese staff provided explanations in Japanese about safety precautions in case of emergencies and how to use the snorkeling masks, which was reassuring.
I also learned how to deal with seasickness, and then we set sail! The sea breeze was cold during the ride, so I recommend bringing a jacket. Also, since the boat gets quite wet, it's essential to either bring a bag that can get wet or waterproof gear.
The sea was truly beautiful, with incredibly high visibility underwater! We set off on the boat and performed a ceremony to pray for the safety of E Ho Mai, releasing plumeria flowers into the sea. It was a blessed day with perfect weather. We encountered a lot of dolphins unexpectedly. I had heard that seeing wild dolphins depends on luck, but I was fortunate. I am grateful for such a wonderful day, and I even got to see a sea turtle.
Snorkeling was thrilling as I saw many beautiful fish.
The staff entertained us by diving and making bubble rings. On the way back to the boat harbor, we enjoyed hamburgers, snacks, and drinks. It seemed that the equipment was malfunctioning that day, so we didn't have hula, but it was still very fulfilling.
I received a bag as a substitute for a diploma and headed home. It was truly a fun time. Ahalo!
イルカのいる海で泳ぐのが憧れでしたのでアクティビティが多いイルカ大学に入学を決めました。
集合時間が6時過ぎと早く、眠いな~と思いつつも楽しみでした。
バスの中では日本人スタッフから非常時の際の注意事項や、シュノーケルマスクの使い方などを日本語で説明を受けるので安心でした。
船酔いの対処方法も聞きいざ出港!!移動中海風が寒いので上着をオススメですね。後は、船の中は水びたしになるので、濡れてもいいバックでいくか、防水グッズは必須です。
海は本当にキレイでした。海の中も透明度がものすごく高い!ボートで出発してE Ho Maiの安全を祈る儀式でプルメリアを海に。
この日は本当に恵まれた日で、天気は最高。
イルカもいきなり沢山遭遇しました。
野生のイルカなのでその辺は運次第ときいていましたが幸運でした。
恵まれた日で感謝です。海カメまで見れました。
シュノーケルはたくさんのキレイな魚が見れて興奮。
スタッフさんが潜ってバブルリング作って見せてくれたりと、盛り上げてくれます。
ボートハーバーに戻る間にハンバーガーとスナック&ドリンクを頂き、この日は機械の調子が悪かったようでフラはなくなりましたが、とても充実していました。
卒業証書かわりのバッグを頂いて帰路へ。
本当に楽しい時間になりました。ahalo!
Thank you for participating this time. We also appreciate your advice for those who will be joining us in the future or are considering participating. Our staff is working hard every day to provide everyone with a better tour, so we look forward to your continued support. Mahalo!
この度はご参加頂きありがとうございました。またこれからご参加頂く方やご参加を検討頂いているかたへのアドバイスもありがとうございます。より良いツアーを皆様へ提供出来るようスタッフ一同毎日頑張っておりますので、これからも応援宜しくお願い致します。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/01 |
Reviewed by: JoeN
Enjoyed it very much. Saw several sea turtles and were given a nice catamaran cruise. Well organized and led.
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| Packages: | Shore Bird Lunch Buffet (12pm) & Morning Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/28 |
Reviewed by: JoeN
Great time and good taste of old Hawaii. Bus guide did not provide enough information/logistics and traffic was very bad which made us late. Nonetheless great experience and well done once arrived!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/27 |
Reviewed by: -PAUL-
First time doing this. Thoroughly enjoyed it between the dolphins and turtle. I found a turtle by my lonesome, shared with everyone, but I guess there was more action somewhere else. I swam with the turtle as it slowly rose up to surface to get a breathe of air that took no more than one second. Then it went on its way. I don't have pictures of that experience to share, but I did have a go pro recording the whole time. So I have that to take with me the rest of my life.
Needs to said, there is a catch. If you want more interaction with mammal sea life, there is another activity that gets your first hand, up close and personal. However you are in a control environment. Whereas this activity is in the ocean; wildlife, so more than dolphins and turtles to experience(depending on the time of year too).
If I am allowed to edit this post, and also allow to post a hyperlink to a YouTube video, I will post that turtle swim.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Angela
The crew (Captain Ryan, Philippe, and Erica) were awesome! Super FUN tribe of professionals. The excursion itself was amazing, even for a short trip to see the turtles. I was very impressed with how the crew worked with people who weren't strong swimmers-- very gentle and encouraging. An overall awesome excursion-- I highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Chill
Swimming with dolphins in the ocean has always been my dream, so I enrolled in a university with many activities after debating between middle school and university. The meeting time is early at 6 AM. I've heard that dolphins are still sleepy at that time!
They say Hawaiians are laid-back with time, but the tour bus is punctual, so I think it's best to gather at least 10 minutes before the meeting time. On the bus, we watch an English DVD about safety precautions and how to use the snorkeling mask, but we receive explanations in Japanese later, which is reassuring.
Follow the rules and enjoy the activities! For ocean activities, I recommend wearing a jacket because it can get chilly with the sea breeze while moving on the boat. Also, the boat can get wet, so bring a bag that you don’t mind getting wet or waterproof gear.
The coastline to Waianae is truly beautiful, and the water is very clear! We set off on the boat and performed a ceremony for safety, offering plumeria flowers to the sea. It was a blessed day with perfect weather. We saw so many dolphins on our second try. After being in the water for a while, we watched excited dolphins swimming around us repeatedly. Since they are wild dolphins, it’s all about luck. I’m grateful for such a fortunate day, and we even saw a turtle.
While snorkeling, I saw many beautiful fish. I took off my life jacket and swam among the fish! The staff dove in and made bubble rings, adding to the excitement. I chose this university because of the long duration and the opportunity to do SUP. I managed to stand up!
On the way back to the boat harbor, we had hamburgers and drinks. It seemed like the equipment was having some issues that day, but there was still hula. Upon arriving at the port, we wanted to do some sightseeing on the west coast, so we disbanded locally. We received eco-bags as a substitute for diplomas and, with permission, disbanded locally. After that, we took The Bus to Mermaid Cave.
The staff advised us to be careful due to safety concerns. Thank you for your consideration! This university is the best! I would love to participate again when I come back to Hawaii. It was the best activity I participated in! Mahalo!
イルカのいる海で泳ぐのが夢でしたので、中学と大学迷ってアクティビティが多い大学に入学。
集合時間が6時と早いです。イルカが寝ぼけてるうちに、と何かで聞いたことがあります!
Hawaiianは時間にルーズだと言いますが、ツアーバスは時間厳守で迎えに来て頂けるので、集合時間10分前には集まっていた方が良いと思います。
バスの中では英語のDVDで非常時の際の注意事項や、シュノーケルマスクの使い方などを見ますが、後から日本語で説明を受けるので安心です。
ルールを守って楽しくアクティビティ!
海のアクティビティは船移動中海風が寒いので上着をオススメ!後は、船の中は水びたしになるので、濡れてもいいバックでいくか、防水グッズをお忘れなく。
Waianaeまでの海岸線は本当にキレイです。海の中も透明度が高い!ボートで出発してE Ho Maiの安全を祈る儀式でプルメリアを海に。
この日は本当に恵まれた日で、天気は最高。
イルカも2回目のトライにはたーくさん。しばらく海に入って何回も私たちの下を泳いでいくのを見て、興奮したイルカ達が回りを何回もグルグル泳いでいてくれました。
野生のイルカなのでその辺は運次第。
恵まれた日で感謝です。カメまで見れました。
シュノーケルはたくさんのキレイな魚が見れました。
ライフジャケットを脱いで潜って魚の中を泳ぐ!
スタッフさんが潜ってバブルリング作って見せてくれたりと、盛り上げてくれます。
大学を選んだのは時間が長いのと、SUPができるから。
なんとか立てました!
ボートハーバーに戻る間にハンバーガーとドリンク頂き、この日は機械の調子が悪かったようですがフラがあります。
港につき、私たちは西海岸観光がしたかったので現地解散。卒業証書かわりのエコバッグを頂いて、許可を得た上で私たちだけ現地解散。その後THe BusでMermaid Cave に。
スタッフの方には治安が悪いので気をつけるようによく言われました。
お気遣いありがとうございました!
大学最高!またハワイに来た際は参加したいです。
参加したアクティビティで1番でした!Mahalo!
Thank you for participating this time! Also, thank you for providing various advice and suggestions! I believe this will be helpful for those who will join the tour or are considering it. We were blessed with good weather, and you got to meet many dolphins. I hope you will cherish these memories of your trip to Hawaii even after returning to Japan. We look forward to your next participation. Mahalo!
この度はご参加頂きましてありがとうございました!また色々とアドバイス等も書いて頂きありがとうございました!これからツアーにご参加頂く方や、検討して頂いている方の参考になるかと思います。お天気にも恵まれ、たくさんのイルカたちに会え、ハワイ旅行の思い出として日本に帰られた後も是非思い出して頂きたいと思います。またのご参加をお待ちしております。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/25 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好きおばさん
Under clear skies, we headed out to Waikiki with 10 participants and 2 staff members. It was supposed to be a fun aerial walk with lively foreigners and efficient staff, but I ended up feeling seasick. I wanted to enjoy it longer, so I chose the 150m option, but I regretted it... I asked to be brought down quickly. The atmosphere was very nice, though.
快晴の中、参加者10人と2人のスタッフでワイキキ沖へ。
のりのりの外人さんとテキパキしたスタッフで楽しい空中散歩のはずが、船酔いで大変でした。せっかくなので長く楽しみたいと150mにしましたが後悔・・・・早くおろして貰いました。
雰囲気はとても良かったです。
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| Packages: | 高さ150メートル ※送迎設定保存用 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/20 |
Reviewed by: Shirley
What a wonderful experience with activities, music, dinner and evening show. Everything was very good and we will definitely do it again. Such a beautiful location too.
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| Packages: | Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/24 |
Reviewed by: dennis and chris
great company, great people. was our 35th anniversary and wanted it to do something different. was so worth it. wife was nervous at first, but once in the air it was so calm, relaxing and fun. told the driver to go ahead and get us wet in the ocean, and boy did he. would recommend doing this in hawaii, and especially with this company. they had our interest and safety in mind the entire time, and were a riot to be with. would absolutely do this again. thanks for the great memories.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Flight - 800ft Line (8 min) Early Bird Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/16 |
Reviewed by: Crystal
Great time! Recommend doing it during your stay!
Must do. My husband and I had a blast on stage hula!
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Kekoa
The crew is absolutely great and a very friendly bunch! Highly recommended!
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| Packages: | Shore Bird Lunch Buffet (12pm) & Morning Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/23 |
Reviewed by: ばななまん
We gathered at Hilton at 6 AM, and they seemed to have picked us up about 10 minutes earlier. When we went, the order of pickups was Prince → Hilton → Sheraton.
After about an hour's drive, we arrived at Waianae Harbor. We were supposed to board a medium-sized boat and head out, but on that day, we were lucky enough to encounter dolphins in the shallows.
As we spotted dolphins in the distance, we hurried to get ready and jumped into the water. For those who can't swim or aren't very comfortable in the ocean, falling from the boat might be a bit scary. Hang in there!
After floating for a while, a pod of dolphins came by at intervals. The sea was very clear that day, and we could see them much more clearly than the last time we saw them. The dolphins would swim away and then come back or get close to us; it was truly a lucky day.
After saying goodbye to the dolphins and getting back on the boat, it was time for turtle snorkeling! Previously, we had seen two turtles of different sizes swimming together, but this time we only saw one medium-sized turtle. Two participants even touched the turtle, which was surprising...
After enjoying about 15 minutes of that, we split into those who would continue with stand-up paddleboarding & boating and those who would continue snorkeling. Since stand-up paddleboarding and boating can also be done at the hotel, we chose to continue snorkeling.
I was a bit disappointed thinking we might only see one turtle today, but after believing and waiting, we ended up seeing about 4 to 5 turtles in turn. I think we snorkeled for about 30 minutes. It was great to have so much time for snorkeling.
When everyone got back on the boat, lunch was served: cheeseburgers, juice, and snacks. The cheeseburgers were regular-sized and tasted average.
After that, we all danced the hula, which turned out to be surprisingly fun. I have participated in dolphin encounters before, but since this included snorkeling and hula dancing, I think I would choose the university program again next time.
ヒルトンは朝6時に集合、10分前には迎えに来ていたみたいです。私達のときはプリンス→ヒルトン→シェラトンの順で送迎でした。
そこから一時間ほど車に乗り、ワイアナエハーバーへ。中型のボートに乗り、沖へ…となる予定でしたが、この日は運良く浅瀬の方でイルカに出会えました。
少し先に見えるイルカを目で追いながら急いで準備をし、海に飛び込みます。
泳げない人や海にあまり慣れていない人は船から海に落ちるのが少し怖いかもしれません。頑張って!
しばらく浮いて待っていると、イルカの群れが数個時間差でやってきました。海がとても透明な日で、以前見たときより数倍はっきり見えました。
イルカが向こうに行ったと思ったらまた帰ってきたり、近くに来てくれたり、本当に運が良かった日でした。
イルカたちを見送って船に上がり、今度はウミガメシュノーケル!以前は大小2匹が一緒に泳いでいたのですが、この日は中くらい1匹を皆で見ました。ツアー参加者で二人、ウミガメに触っている人がいました。びっくり…。。
皆で15分楽しんだあとはスタンダップパドル&ボート組とシュノーケル続行組に別れました。
スタンダップパドルとボートはホテルでもできるので、シュノーケル続行組にしました。
今日はウミガメ1匹かな、と少し残念でしたが、ひたすら信じて待っていたところ、計4~5匹ほど順番に現れてくれました。計30分くらいはシュノーケルしたと思います。時間的にたくさんシュノーケルできて良かったです。
皆が船に上がるとランチのチーズバーガー・ジュース・スナックが出ました。チーズバーガーは普通サイズで味も普通。
そのあとはフラダンスを皆で踊り、これが意外と楽しかったです。
イルカ中学にも参加したことがありますが、シュノーケルの長さとフラダンスがあるので次参加する場合はまた大学の方を選ぶと思います。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating this time. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. We will continue to improve on the areas where we may not have paid enough attention to our customers and the taste of the cheeseburger, so we appreciate your continued support for Dolphin University and Middle School. We look forward to your next visit. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はご参加いただきありがとうございました。 お楽しみいただけたようで何よりです。 お客様に注意が十分に行き届いていなかった件やチーズバーガーのお味については今後も精進して参りますので今後ともイルカ大学・中学を宜しくお願い致します。 またのお越しをお待ちしておりますね。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Ms Love
This was one of the best things I did, It was beyond Great !
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| Packages: | Junior Flight - 300ft Line (3 min) with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/11 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
Shuttle service to Hanauma Bay with inclusion of snorkelling hire + flippers. Some additional hire costs $3 for add on to snorkel deeper without water coming into snorkel. Reliable timing of pick up and drop off. Friendly staff. Booked last minute and was very happy with service.
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/21 |
Reviewed by: ハナハナ♂
The boat crew for the parasailing consisted of two people. The captain appeared very trustworthy, and I felt comfortable entrusting the operation of the boat to him. On the other hand, the staff who helped us with the parachute was cheerful and took us up to 150 meters above the sea in a fun way.
It was amazing.
However, there was a mention of some cash in the explanation, so don't forget to tip the boat captain and staff, as well as the tip when paying for the SD card that had the photos taken during the parasailing.
パラシュートを引っ張るボートの乗組員は2人。
キャプテンは見た目誠実そうで、ボートの操縦を安心して、任せられるお人柄。
一方、パラシュートを上げてくれるスタッフは陽気で、私たちを楽しく海上150メートルまで上げてくれました。
最高でした。
ただ、説明で少々の現金とありましたが、
ボートのキャプテンとスタッフに渡すチップと
パラセイル中の写真を撮ってもらったSDガードの
代金を払うときのチップをお忘れなく。
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/21 |
Reviewed by: Randy
we had a great time. people were very helpful and courteous. I would suggest everyone try it. thanks
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| Packages: | Deluxe Flight - 800ft Line (8 min) Early Bird Special |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/20 |
Reviewed by: ルーさん
This is my eighth trip to Hawaii, but this was my first time using this service. I signed up thinking it would be a light sailing experience, but it was even more enjoyable than I imagined. First, we went out to sea with the engine, and after turning it off, we raised the yacht's canopy and sailed using only the wind. It was surprisingly fast and refreshing. The original cocktail made by the staff was also quite delicious. My colleague who joined me was thrilled, and it has become a tour we will definitely repeat. If I go again next year, I would love to participate.
ハワイ旅行は8回目ですが、今回初めて利用させてもらいました。軽いセーリング気分で申し込んだのですが、想像以上に楽しめました。まずエンジン駆動で沖まで出て、エンジンを切ったあとヨットの幌を上げて風のみで航行するのですが、思った以上にスピード感もあり、爽快です。スタッフさんが作ってくれたオリジナルカクテルも中々おいしかったです。一緒に参加した同僚も感激しており、リピート確定ツアーになりました。また来年行くことがあれば、ぜひ参加したいと思います。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/19 |
Reviewed by: miyu
I don't understand Japanese at all, so it's quite difficult if you can't speak English. Even on the bus, while everyone was laughing, I felt a strong sense of alienation. I didn't know how to enter, and before I could call out, they quickly moved on... I was anxious about what would happen. I finally made it to the ticket booth, and a kind person there took me to my seat, and I was saved by a friendly American who happened to be sitting right in front of me. The seat I was shown was right in front! I thought it was amazing, but during the dance, dust from the aisle flew up, and I got covered in it. I think sitting a little further back would be easier to see. The situation up to that point wasn't great, but the show was much, much better than any I had seen before. This is what I wanted to see, and the dinner was plentiful and quite tasty, so I was satisfied.
日本語は全く通じないので英語が話せないと結構大変です。バスの中でも皆が笑ったりしているのに疎外感たっぷりです。入場の仕方もわからず、呼び止める間もなく、さっさと先に行ってしまうし・・・どうなってしまうのかと不安でした。チケット売り場へたどり着き、そこの親切な方が席まで連れて行ってくれたのとたまたま席の前に座っていた親切なアメリカ人の方に救われました。案内された席は真ん前!すごい!と思っていましたが踊りの際に通路のほこりが舞い、しっかりあびてしまいました。席は少し後ろが見やすいと思います。ここまでの状況は良くなかったけど、ショーは今まで見たところよりずっとずっと良かったです。こういうのを見たかったし、ディナーも量がたっぷり、味もなかなか良かったので満足しました。
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| Packages: | デラックスプラン(前方または後方ボックス席/テーブルサービスの食事) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/16 |
Reviewed by: Okcshelton
Good show, good food. Crafts were just OK. Some of the people working there were not really enthused about the whole thing. The food servers and performers were great. You can't use the Paradise Cove credit card at all booth's. Evidently some of the craft vendors are not directly connected to Paradise Cove and do not accept the card. If you just want to drink, then the card is great. The bar takes the card. I was here a few years ago, the show is better now, the food is better and the crafts are worse.
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| Packages: | Deluxe Package with Table Service Dinner (Front Stage or VIP Royal Box Seating) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/17 |
Reviewed by: yuyu
I wanted to go somewhere different and participate in an activity that not many Japanese people join, so I went with my 10-year-old child and my father. It requires physical stamina, but it was incredibly fun. However, there were absolutely no Japanese people, so it was English ONLY. My child can speak English, so we managed somehow (laughs).
いつもと違うところへ行きたくて、なおかつ日本人のあまり参加しないアクティビティということで私、子供10歳、私の父で参加してきました。体力はいりますが最高に楽しかったです。ただまったく日本人がいないので英語ONLYです。子供が英語話せるので何とかなりました(笑)
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| Packages: | 現地集合/解散 |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/12/28 |
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