Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see a lot of dolphins. At first, I thought it would be nice to see even just a few, but I ended up encountering a huge pod of dolphins. They came just a few meters from the boat and jumped around, showing their playful spirit. I also enjoyed snorkeling. Coincidentally, it had rained a lot the day before, and the water was murky, so I could only spot the dolphins from underwater once, but I was thrilled to see them many times from the boat. Just cruising was a wonderful experience.
The activities after returning, like the hula lesson, were also fun. I would love to participate again when I go back to Hawaii. Next time, I want to see the dolphins from underwater!
たくさんのイルカに会えました。最初はちょっとでも見れたらいいかな、ぐらいにしか思っていなかったのですが、すごくたくさんのイルカの群れに会うことができました。ボートの数メートル先にきてくれたり、ジャンプしてくれたりと、サービス精神旺盛のイルカたちでしたシュノーケルも楽しめました。たまたま、前の日に雨がたくさん降り水が濁っていて、海の中からイルカを確認することは1度しかできなかったけど、船の上からは何度も何度も見えて嬉しかったです。クルーズするだけでも気持ちが良かったです。
帰ってきてからのアクティビティ・フラレッスンも楽しかったです。またハワイに行ったら参加したいと思います。次こそは海の中からイルカを見たいです!!
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see a lot of dolphins. At first, I thought it would be nice to see even just a few, but I ended up encountering a huge pod of dolphins. They came just a few meters from the boat and jumped around, showing off their playful spirit. I also enjoyed snorkeling. Unfortunately, the day before, it had rained a lot, and the water was murky, so I could only spot the dolphins from underwater once, but I was thrilled to see them many times from the boat. Just cruising was a wonderful experience.
The activities after returning, like the hula lesson, were also fun. I would love to participate again when I go back to Hawaii. Next time, I want to see the dolphins from underwater!
たくさんのイルカに会えました。最初はちょっとでも見れたらいいかな、ぐらいにしか思っていなかったのですが、すごくたくさんのイルカの群れに会うことができました。ボートの数メートル先にきてくれたり、ジャンプしてくれたりと、サービス精神旺盛のイルカたちでしたシュノーケルも楽しめました。たまたま、前の日に雨がたくさん降り水が濁っていて、海の中からイルカを確認することは1度しかできなかったけど、船の上からは何度も何度も見えて嬉しかったです。クルーズするだけでも気持ちが良かったです。
帰ってきてからのアクティビティ・フラレッスンも楽しかったです。またハワイに行ったら参加したいと思います。次こそは海の中からイルカを見たいです!!
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: よう
During our honeymoon in Hawaii, we wanted to have memorable experiences. Since we both love the ocean, we were interested in a tour where we could encounter wild dolphins and decided to participate. On the day of the tour, we were worried about oversleeping since it was an early morning, but knowing we could enjoy Leonard's malasadas helped us arrive at the meeting point on time. Since we hadn't eaten anything before, the malasadas were especially delicious. Along the way, we enjoyed seeing the hospital where President Obama was born and the luxurious home of former sumo wrestler Konishiki, making the journey fun. Although it was windy, the weather was nice, and we were greeted by many dolphins, which we had been eagerly anticipating. I was concerned because my wife is prone to seasickness, but it was great that we could snorkel at a point very close to the beach without going far offshore. Additionally, the staff took care of those who were not confident in their swimming abilities, allowing us to enjoy the experience with peace of mind. We were able to see the dolphins up close, and hearing their calls was incredibly moving. After the dolphins, we also saw a large turtle and had the chance to try paddle surfing, making for a packed and enjoyable time. It was a fulfilling experience that created wonderful memories. Thank you for everything!
新婚旅行で訪れたハワイで、思い出になる体験がしたいと思っていました。二人とも海が好きだったので、野生のイルカに出会えるツアーに興味を持ち、参加しました。当日は朝が早く、寝坊しないか心配でしたが、レナーズのマラサダをいただけるということもあり、時間通りに集合場所へ向かうことができました。何も食べないで行ったので、お目当てのマラサダもとても美味しく感じました。道中、オバマ大統領が産まれた病院や小錦さんの豪邸を見ることができたりと、移動中も楽しかったです。風が強かったものの、天気は良く、念願のイルカさんがたくさんお出迎えしてくれていました。妻が船酔いしやすいので心配でしたが、沖合いまで行かずに、ビーチからすぐ近くのポイントでシュノーケリングできたのがよかったです。それにスタッフのみなさんが、泳ぎに自信のない人へのケアをしてくれていて、安心して楽しむことができました。想像以上に近い距離でイルカを見ることができ、イルカの鳴き声も聞くことができたのは、大変感動的でした。イルカの後は大きなカメも見ることができたり、パドルサーフィンもできたりと盛りだくさんの内容で、充実した楽しいひとときを過ごすことができ、いい思い出になりました。いろいろとありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
The food and entertainment was great.
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Jenny & Jacob
Hi were posting another review. Book this activity!!!!!! You'll have such an awesome time. The shuttle ride the staff, and the location is great. Couldn't ask for a better time.
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
One thing that I was told by anyone who visited your island was to attend a Luau. After reading reviews on websites, I chose the Paradise Cove experience. I am very glad I did. My two year old granddaughter enjoyed the activities and dancing as much as my 70 year old mother. If you leave this experience hungry, you have no one to blame but yourself. The ocean view was gorgeous and the sunset that night was breathtaking. Thank You!!!
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Matt
A close friend and I decided that we would each pick an event while visiting Oahu for 5 days. She wanted to do something under the ocean, and I wanted to do something OVER the ocean. After our parasailing trip, we both were AMAZED at how much fun and relaxing it was.
The staff were extremely helpful and comforting when it came to loading/unloading passengers, and they asked everyone if they wanted a brief "dip" towards the end of the flight. (You never get fully submerged in the ocean with the 'dip' but just get a little wet from the waist down.. it is WORTH IT). Everyone on the boat had a blast and on our way back to shore it started pouring rain.. which I LOVED. It was the epitome of a Hawaiian vacation. 82 degree weather and pouring rain with a rainbow.
As for the flight itself, it was extremely relaxing and the views were spectacular. I wouldn't have originally thought that flying 42 stories high would be soothing, but it was. VERY romantic idea for couples.
Overal
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/05 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I requested a course with transportation, and as everyone has mentioned, the bus was mostly filled with foreigners, and the announcements were only in English.
The show was indeed impressive. I ordered the deluxe option, but the seats were not towards the front; instead, we were at the very back on a higher tier. It started to rain during the show, but there was a roof over that area, so I was glad to be seated there.
The people I went with were happy to see an authentic luau show. However, they mentioned that it would have been more enjoyable if they understood English.
The food was delicious. They brought various dishes in order, and although it wasn't a buffet, the portions were more than enough to fill us up. The four drink tickets we received ended up going unused, which was a shame.
送迎付のコースを頼みましたが、皆さんが書かれている通りバスの中はほとんど外国人で、案内も英語だけでした。
ショーはさすがに迫力がありました。
デラックスで頼みましたが、席は前のほうではなく一番後ろの一段高いところでした。
途中で雨が降ってきましたが、そこには屋根がありましたので、そちらの席でよかったです。
一緒に行った人達は、本場のルアウショーが見れて良かった。
でも、英語がわからないので、わかるともっと楽しかったかな。
と言っていました。
ご飯は美味しかったです。
順番に色々持ってきていただいて、ビュッフェではなかったのですが、量は食べきれないぐらいでした。
4枚ついていたドリンクチケットはやはり飲みきれずに余ってしまい、もったいなかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/05 |
Reviewed by: Margaret N.
The entire experience was very nice. It's great! A good trip for anyone. We could have just stayed put and enjoyed the ride, but I did get in the water. They helped me relax and enjoy it. The crew was very helpful. We only had 8 people making it more personal. I have no idea how many they usually have. There is plenty of room to walk around and do your own thing.
~Margaret N. from GA
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/04 |
Reviewed by: Courtni D., Washington
The crew was wonderful, very accommodating and knowledgeable. It was my most favorite thing about our entire Oahu trip! We loved being able to see the spinner dolphins jump. There were so many fish! My husband loved helping to put up the 450 pound sail. Not a day we will soon forget! We didn't want to get off the boat at the end of our time... we'll definitely be back.
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was disappointing that the sea was rough and I couldn't swim with the dolphins. However, I had a great time afterwards watching P-chan's hula dance and other fun activities. Next time, I want to swim with the dolphins!
海が荒れてイルカと一緒に泳げなくて残念だった。
でも、その後のピーちゃんのフラダンス等楽しい時間をすごせました。
今度はイルカと一緒に泳ぎたいな。
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/03 |
Reviewed by: California Blantons
Awesome Awesome Awesome. We would do this again. I would highly recommend this activity.
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| Posted on: | 2010/06/03 |
Reviewed by: アラサーシスターズ
Until now, playing with dolphins in the pool was the norm, but my sister's comment, "I want to meet wild dolphins," led us to search for a dolphin encounter tour, and that's how we found Dolphin University. The reason we chose it was because of the appeal of Leonard's and hamburgers. But the entire tour exceeded our expectations! I was worried about seasickness, but it was so much fun that I didn't have time to feel sick. When we spotted the dolphins, I forgot the fear of jumping in and peered into the clear sea. I was truly moved to see the dolphins swimming happily. I wanted to get closer, but my swimming skills weren't good enough to do so... However, I was thrilled to meet a turtle. It was my first time seeing a turtle up close like that. I enjoyed standing on the canoe (I forgot the name), which was quite challenging, but I was having so much fun that when I was resting on the boat, the president recommended I try kayaking as well. I was a bit reluctant, saying it sounded like a hassle, but since I was already there, I decided to go out to sea, and I was so happy when a turtle approached me! If I hadn't gone kayaking, I wouldn't have been able to see the turtle's face up close, and I later thanked the president for that☆
At one point, my camera broke, and I was worried about what to do, but I was glad I could buy a DVD later. I'm also happy I got a CDR for additional copies! Next time, I want to participate with all my relatives! I look forward to seeing you again then.
I went to the pancake shop that the president recommended! It was the best I've ever had! I'm so grateful for everything you've done for us☆ I look forward to seeing you again (^.^)/~~~
今まではプールにいるイルカと遊ぶのが定番でしたが、妹が「野生にルカに会いたい」という一言から、イルカに会えるツアーを探して出会ったのがイルカ大学。選んだ理由はレナーズとハンバーガーという食べ物につられて…といったところでした。でもツアー全体は期待以上!船酔いが心配でしたが楽しすぎて酔う暇なんてありませんでした。イルカを発見して、興奮して飛び込む怖さも忘れて透明な海をのぞきこみました。楽しそうに泳ぐイルカを見れて本当に感激しました。もっと近くに寄りたかったけど泳ぎのレベルが低くてできず…。でもカメに会えたのも感激。あんなに近くでカメさんを見たのは初めてでした。立って乗るカヌー(名前忘れた)を楽しんで結構難しく、それでも楽しみ過ぎて船で休んでいたら、カヤックにも乗っておいでよ、と学長さんからお勧めされました。もうめんどくさかったのでいいです、、って言ってたけど、せっかくだからと乗って海に出たら、カメさんが近づいてきてくれてうれしかった♪カヤックに乗ってなかったらあんなに近くでカメの顔を見れなかったし、後から学長さんに本当に感謝しました☆
途中でカメラが壊れちゃってどうしようかと思ったけど、あとからDVDを買えて良かったです。焼き増しができるCDRも付けて買ってよかった!!
今度は親族一同で参加したいです!!
その時はまたよろしくお願いしまーす。
学長さんに教えていただいたパンケーキやさん行ってきました!!今まで食べた中で一番おいしかったです!!
何もかもお世話になり、感謝感激です☆
またお会いできるの楽しみにしてます(^.^)/~~~
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/30 |
Reviewed by: mk
I am learning hula, so I definitely wanted to see an authentic hula and Polynesian show, so I made a reservation☆
The dance was sexy, elegant, and cool, but I felt like the wait time before the show started was a bit long...
I wondered if it could be done with a shorter wait time.
私はフラを習っているので、是非一度本場のフラ&ポリネシアンショーを見たくて予約しました☆
ダンスはセクシー&優雅&かっこよかったですが、ショーが始まるまでにの時間が長かったように感じます。。
もう少し待ち時間なくできないのかと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/28 |
Reviewed by: yuka
On May 21, under a cloudy sky, my mother and I participated in the event. We gathered early in the morning and left Waikiki, but before that, we stopped by Leonard's to enjoy some delicious malasadas! It's located quite far away, so I was really happy to be able to have Leonard's malasadas in Waikiki! The taste was, of course, delicious, and the price was reasonable too! We had the type that was plain inside, but it was great to experience the crispy and fluffy texture.
Now, we got on the highway and headed west. After passing by Konishiki's mansion, we were almost there! Once we got out of the car, we boarded the boat and set off. We aimed for the area where the dolphins are, swaying on the boat for about 30 to 40 minutes. Since the boat can sway, I think it's better to bring water or something if you tend to get seasick. On the boat, there were explanations about putting on fins and snorkels, as well as safety gear and instructions for jumping into the sea. Since the weather wasn't very good and it was cold, I borrowed a wetsuit. I believe it costs $10 per person to rent. Those who were experienced wore their own wetsuits.
Once we were all set, we finally went into the sea... I could see the dolphins playing even from the boat. We jumped into the water and headed towards the pod of dolphins. Underwater, there were many dolphins swimming and playing together. They would signal us where the dolphins were, so we all headed in that direction. We could hear the dolphins squeaking underwater, and if we could hear that, there must be dolphins nearby. We could see the dolphins mating and playing right up close, and it felt like we were swimming with them. This kind of precious experience might only be possible here. After enjoying it for about an hour, we returned to the boat. From there, we set off again... this time to play with turtles and fish. There were various activities here, such as people snorkeling, riding canoes, paddling on paddleboards, and resting on the boat. After playing with the dolphins, some people got seasick, perhaps because it was cold. I tried the paddleboard, and before I knew it, a turtle was swimming next to me, which was fun!
5月21日、曇り空の中、母と2人で参加をしました。
朝早くから集合してワイキキを抜けますが、
その前にレナ−ズに寄って、
おいしいマラサダをいただきました!
レンタカーがないとなかなか来られない距離のところに
あるので、ワイキキでレナーズのマラサダが食べられて
本当に嬉しかったです!味はもちろん美味しいし!
お値段もお安いし!いただいたのは、
中に何も入っていないタイプだったのですが、
サクサクふわふわ感が味わえてよかったです。
さてハイウェイに乗って、ひたすら西に向かいます。
小錦の豪邸を過ぎると、もうすぐ!
車を降りると、そのまま船に乗り込んで出発です。
30~40分ほど船に揺られながら、
イルカたちがいるところを目指します。
船が揺れるので、船酔いをする方はお水など、
持参されるほうが良いかと思います。
船の上で、フィン(足ひれ)やシュノーケルをつけたり、
救命具の説明や、海に飛び込む際の説明があります。
今回はお天気があまり良くなかったし、寒かったので、
ウェットスーツを借りました。
確か、1人10ドルで借りられます。
慣れている方は、ご自身のウェットスーツを着て参加を
されていました。
準備が整ったところで、いよいよ海に…
イルカたちが遊んでいるのが船の上からでもわかりました。
海に飛び込み、イルカたちの群れを目指します。
海の中ではたくさんのイルカたちが群れをなして遊んで
います。
ここにイルカがいるよ!と教えてくれるので、
みんなでそこに向かう感じでしょうか?
イルカたちがキューキューと鳴いているのが、
海の中でも聞こえますし、
それが聞こえれば、近くにイルカが必ずいるはずです。
イルカの交尾や遊ぶ姿が本当にすぐそこで見ることができ、
本当に一緒に泳いでるようでした。
こんな貴重な体験はここでしかできないかも。
1時間くらい楽しんだ後は、船に戻ります。
そこから、再び船を走らせて…
今度はカメや魚たちと遊びます。
シュノーケルで潜る人、カヌーに乗る人、
パドルボートに乗る人、船の上で休む人、
などここでは様々でした。
イルカと遊んだ後、寒かったからか、
船で酔う人もいましたので。
私はパドルボートに挑戦したのですが、
気付くとカメが隣で泳いでいたり、楽しかっ
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/28 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
My girlfriend and I truly enjoyed the actual activity even if it was shorter than adverstised. We booked the Deluxe Parasailing which is supposed to last from 8-10 minutes and it only lasted less than 6 minutes...That I can live with, what I truly find upseting is the fact that the tour guide decided to make several political comments about Arizona's illegal immigration laws, and the governement. Regardless of where you stand on certain political issues; individuals representing Xtreme Parasailing should keep in mind that they're providing a fun and hospitable environment for their customers, expressing your opinion on a hot button political issue can create disagreements and while debating is the foundation of democracy, parasailing is certainly the wrong place and the wrong time to do it. I can speak for about 3 additional individuals who shared similar comments once the ride was over.
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/26 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was a very enjoyable cruise of Oahu's sunset. We enjoyed the food and entertainment. My husband and I saw flying fish which to us was icing on the cake. The sunset was amazing to watch and the staff was extremely nice and helpful. The waiter showed us tricks on disassembling our lobster, which was nice, I didn't want to make a mess. I think the Navatek is the best because of the smoothness and to be able to go into open waters and still remain smooth. This is a wonderful cruise and a great way to end an evening.
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Kate
This was a blast! Also, the crew knows exactly where to go to find tu
rtles - we saw at LEAST a dozen! Then, after everyone was finished snorkeling we went for a sail and had cocktails (the Onolicious is awesome). The crew was wonderful - Thanks Captain John & Rabbit!!!
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/24 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles. I've visited Hawaii many times, but I really wanted to swim with wild dolphins at least once, so I’m very satisfied. It didn’t feel like we had to search for them; we found them early on, so maybe we were lucky.
The staff were all cheerful and it was a lot of fun. The freshly grilled cheeseburgers we had on the boat were exquisite!
イルカもウミガメも見ることができました。
ハワイはもう何度も訪れていますが、一度、自然のイルカと泳いでみたかったのでとても満足です。
いずれも、探し回ったという印象は無く、早い段階に見つけられたようで運も良かったのかもしれません。
スタッフの方も明るい方ばかりで楽しかったです。
船上で食べる焼きたてのチーズバーガーは絶品!
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/23 |
Reviewed by: ショッピング部
I participated in this experience to relax from my fatigue in Japan and to be healed by the dolphins. Although I was nervous about the early morning meeting, I got excited with the delicious malasadas, and by the time I boarded the boat, I was filled with anticipation.
At first, I was worried because we couldn't encounter a pod of dolphins, but the experienced staff managed to find them. Once we discovered the pod, we were able to swim multiple times with about 20 dolphins. I also saw a cute mother and baby dolphin. Even though I'm not skilled in marine sports and don't have much interest in them, I completely forgot about that and became absorbed in swimming with the adorable dolphins. We also encountered swimming sea turtles.
Snorkeling with tropical fish is beautiful, but snorkeling with the dolphins is exceptional. I highly recommend going to see the dolphins swimming freely in the natural ocean. It was a more wonderful experience than I had imagined.
The boat ride can be quite windy, so be sure to bring a jacket. Also, don't forget the $10 wetsuit rental fee. Even if you think you'll be fine, it can get pretty cold. The staff provides detailed care, so even beginners can feel at ease. I'm thinking of bringing my parents, who are in their 60s, next time.
日本での疲れを癒すためイルカちゃん達に癒されようと参加しました。
朝早い集合にビビるも、めちゃウマのマラサダでテンションがあがり、船に乗る頃にはワクワクした気分になりました。
最初なかなかイルカの群れに遭遇できず心配していましたが、ベテランのスタッフが群れを探し当ててくれます。ひとたびイルカの群れを発見するや、20匹ぐらいの群れと一緒に何度も泳ぐことができました。かわいい親子の姿も見ました。マリンスポーツは得意ではなく興味があまりない私でも、そんなことはすっかり忘れ、かわいいイルカたちと泳ぐことに夢中です。ウミガメの遊泳にも遭遇しました。
熱帯魚とのシュノーケルもキレイですが、イルカ達とのシュノーケルは格別です。自然の海の中で自由に泳ぐイルカ達を是非見に行ってみてください。想像するより素敵な経験でした。
船での移動は結構風が強いのでかならず上着は持っていきましょう。またウェットスーツレンタル代10ドルもお忘れなく。大丈夫と思っても結構寒くなります。
スタッフがきめ細かくケアしてくれるので、初心者でも安心です。次回は60代の親を連れて行こうかなと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2010/05/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with a friend.
Besides us, there was one couple and a group of four, all of whom were foreigners.
At first, they explained everything in English really quickly, and I couldn't understand what they were saying, but when it was our turn, they explained it in broken Japanese, so it was fine.
Once we were up, all we could hear was the sound of the wind.
It felt incredible to be floating in the sky.
The view was amazing!!
I couldn't participate much in the conversation since I don't speak much English, but when my friend got seasick and I told the staff, everyone else was worried too.
One girl in the group of four was really scared and kept saying, "I don't want to do this!!!" until the last minute, but we all encouraged her, and in the end, it seemed like she had a lot of fun.
I saw in reviews that it was better to have photos taken ($15), so I requested it.
I'm really glad I did!☆
友人と2人で参加しました。
私たち以外は、ご夫婦1組と、4人組のグループで、
全員外国人の方でした。
なので、最初ばーっと英語で説明してて、
何言ってるのかわかんなかったんですが、
私たちの番になったら、片言ですが日本語で説明してくれて、
問題ありませんでした。
あがってからは、風の音しかしません。
空に浮いてる感じがなんともいえません。
景色も最高です!!
あまり英語が話せないので、会話にはちょっとしか参加できませんでしたが、
私の友人が船酔いしてしまい、スタッフにそれを伝えたら、
他のみんなも心配してくれてました。
4人グループ内の1人の女の子も、
ぎりぎりまで「やりたくない!!!」
と、かなり怖がっていましたが、みんなで励まして、
結局はかなり楽しかった様子で帰って行きました。
口コミで、写真($15)は撮ってもらったほうがいいと
皆さん書かれてたので、頼みました。
ほんと撮ってもらってよかったです☆
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/23 |
Reviewed by: MT
I graduated from Dolphin University!
On the day of the trip, I woke up early and hopped on the van to Leonard's. There, I enjoyed freshly made malasadas. They weren't too sweet and were very delicious. If you want water, it's an extra charge, so having a bottle of water with you is convenient. While eating the malasadas, we headed to our destination, arriving in less than an hour. The views from the van heading north were quite enjoyable as well.
We boarded the boat and set off! Soon, we were informed that dolphins were nearby. The instructions were brief, and we prepared our snorkels. I was amazed by how efficiently the staff worked. Even though the boat was full of customers, we were ready in no time! For those worried about the cold, you can rent a wetsuit for an additional $10 (it was very nice). It was quite chilly with strong winds, so most women rented one. I rented one too, and it would have been tough without it. It would be great if it were included in the fee, as it's essential. Once we entered the water, we were lucky enough to see dolphins right away. The dolphins travel in pods, and the staff guides us by predicting their movements. Seeing the dolphins from underwater was breathtaking! However, rather than swimming alongside them, the reality is more about chasing and observing them from the sea. The dolphins aren't always close, so we floated and waited, then moved towards them repeatedly. Still, we were able to see the dolphins several times. It was fun to watch them do spin jumps right above the water.
After that, we moved to another spot for snorkeling with tropical fish. At the same time, we could also experience paddle surfing and sea kayaking at no extra charge, which was great. There were sea turtles, but unfortunately, we couldn't see them underwater. However, it was cute to see them come up to the surface to breathe occasionally.
After snorkeling, we enjoyed hamburgers grilled by the captain and listened to the staff's ukulele performance on our way back to the port. Finally, after the boat stopped, we all danced the hula together. The staff kept the energy up, making the time fly by. On the way back, everyone in the van was asleep.
A photographer accompanied us and took lots of pictures. This is an optional service. If you're participating as a group, it could make for great memories.
It was colder than I imagined, so the wetsuit...
イルカ大学を卒業してきました!
当日は朝早く起きて、バンに乗り込みレナーズへ。そこで出来立てのマラサダをいただきます。甘すぎず、とってもおいしくいただきました。お水がほしい方は別料金なので、ペットボトルのお水があると便利です。マラサダを食べながら、目的地へ向かいます。1時間かからないくらいで到着です。北へ向かう車内からの景色もかなり楽しめますよ。
船に乗り込みいざ出発!すると早速イルカがいるとのこと。説明は手短に、シュノーケルの準備です。スタッフさんたちの手際のよさにびっくり。満席状態でお客さんがたくさんいましたが、あっという間に準備OK!ここで、寒さが心配な人へは追加10ドルでウェットスーツ(とてもきれいでした)が借りられます。風が強くけっこう寒いので、女性はほとんど借りていました。私もレンタルしましたが、なかったらつらかったですね。料金に含まれているとありがたいなぁというくらい、必需品です。そして海に入ると、ラッキーなことにすぐにイルカを見られました。イルカは群れでいるので、その群れの移動を予測してスタッフさんが誘導してくれます。海の中から見るイルカには感動です!しかしながら、一緒に泳ぐというより、追いかけて海からイルカを見学するというのが現実かと。ずっとイルカが近くにいるわけでもないので、しばらく浮いたまま待機→イルカの方へ移動の繰り返し。それでも、数回イルカを見ることができました。水の上でのスピンジャンプも間近で見られて楽しかったです。
その後、ポイントを移動して熱帯魚とシュノーケル。同時に、パドルサーフィン・シーカヤックも体験できます。追加料金なしで体験できるのはありがたいです。ウミガメもいましたが、水中からは見られず残念でした。たまに水面にあがって呼吸をする姿はかわいかったです。
シュノーケルが終わったら、船長が焼いてくれたハンバーガーを食べ、スタッフさんのウクレレ演奏を楽しみながら港へ戻ります。最後、船が止まってからフラダンスをみんなで踊りました。スタッフさんがずっと盛り上げてくれるので、あっという間の時間です。帰りのバンは、みなさん寝ていました。
カメラマンさんも同行してたくさん写真を撮ってくれています。こちらはオプションです。団体で参加する場合など、良い思い出になりそうですよ。
想像以上に寒かったので、ウェットス
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/22 |
Reviewed by: ツッチー
The tour started early in the morning, and the energy in the vehicle was unusually high! I thought to myself, "Really, this early?" as we set off. First, we enjoyed some delicious, freshly made malasadas, and the car headed straight for the West Coast.
We were given a local guide who shared interesting spots like the hospital where Obama was born, the tree from "This Tree, What Tree," and a house reminiscent of Konishiki's sumo stable, keeping us entertained all the way to the harbor.
Finally, it was time to set sail. The boat moved along the coastline we had just traveled, and I was excitedly scanning the area, wondering when dolphins would appear. I noticed other tour boats anchored nearby.
Then, right in front of us, dolphins started to spin and jump! The excitement on the boat skyrocketed as everyone rushed to the side to see.
The dolphins were incredibly playful, swimming close by in turns. The largest group was a stunning pod of about 30 dolphins, swimming just a few meters below us while seemingly chatting away.
Interestingly, there were a few participants who couldn't swim, but everyone was wearing life jackets, and floatation devices were provided. The powerful staff pulled them along with impressive strength, ensuring we all had great positions for dolphin watching, which was reassuring.
As we left the area, the dolphins jumped to bid us farewell, showcasing their playful spirit. After the dolphins, we moved to the sea turtle area, where four turtles greeted us. The water was clear, and there were plenty of fish, creating a lovely atmosphere.
We engaged in kayaking and paddleboarding activities in this area, concluding the second part of the tour.
On the return trip, there was a live show and hula class on the boat, keeping us entertained all the way back to the harbor. I found myself in a daze thinking, "Oh, it's over," but everyone was fast asleep in the car on the way back.
When I asked about the chances of seeing dolphins, I learned that after February, it's 100%, and even before that, it's around 90%. If you don't see them, it’s considered a special day.
Thank you, Yuriko, Captain, and all the staff for a wonderful time.
The cheeseburger was delicious!
早起きからツアーが始まり
乗り込んだ車内は異常にハイテンション!
こんな早朝からマジ?と内心思いつつ車は走りだした。
まずはマラサダを食べ(出来立てで美味しい)
車は一路ウエストコーストを目指す。
オバマさんの産まれた産院や『この木なんの木』の木やら
コニシキの国技館風の家など
ロコならではのガイドをしてくれ、飽きさせない中、
港に到着。
いよいよ船出。
丁度来た道の沿岸を若干戻る感じで船は進み
いつイルカは登場するのかとワクワクしながら
あたりを見渡していると
他のツアーの船が停泊している。
すると手前の海でイルカがスピンジャ~ンプ!
来た~!とばかりに船内のテンションは急上昇。
皆一斉に海に!
イルカはサービス精神一杯で
入れ替わり立ち替わり近くを泳ぎすぎる。
最大の群れは丁度30匹の一団が
何かしゃべりながら数m下を
泳ぎすぎたのは圧巻だった。
なんとツアー参加者に泳げない人が何人かいたが、
皆救命胴衣着用であることと浮のようなのが
用意されており、パワフルなスタッフが
数馬力?のキック力で牽引して
イルカ観察の好ポジションを確保してくれるので安心。
このエリアを離れる時、最後のお別れとばかりに
イルカがジャンプで見送ってくれ
イルカのサービス精神に驚かされる。
イルカも一段落し、2部の海亀エリアへ移動。
4匹のウミガメが迎えてくれる。
透明度の高い海で魚も多く良い感じ。
この海域でカヤックやパドルボートのアクティビティを
行い、第二部終了。
帰りの船内も生ライブショーとフラ教室と
港まで飽きさせない演出があり
ああ終わっちゃったとボ~とするところがない。
帰りの車内は皆爆睡でしたけどね。
イルカに会える確立を聞くと
2月以降は100%、その前も90数%で
会えない日は逆に特別な日という事らしいです。
ユリコさん、キャプテン、スタッフの皆さん
楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
チーズバーガー美味かったっす!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It's an early morning tour, but if you want to swim with dolphins, this is the place to go without hesitation!!
They found the best spots, and I was thrilled to swim with a long-awaited pod of wild dolphins. The jumps were dynamic and incredibly exciting.
The veteran staff pointed out the dolphins, and when about 30 dolphins swam gracefully just below me, I was both moved and healed.
Additionally, I was able to experience activities like stand-up paddleboarding and sea kayaking, making for a very satisfying day.
On the way back, we enjoyed delicious cheeseburgers, fruits, and snacks, along with music and hula dancing. It was a packed tour, and I highly recommend it!
朝早いツアーですが、イルカ達と泳ぎたいなら
迷わずここです!!
最高のポイントを見つけてくれ
待望の野生のイルカの群れと泳ぐことができ感激しました
ジャンプもダイナミックで大興奮でした
ベテランスタッフの方が、イルカの位置を教えてくれ
自分のすぐ下を30頭ほどのイルカたちが、優雅に
泳いでいった時は、感激そして癒されました
その他
スタンダップ・パドルボードやシーカヤック等の
アクティビティも体験でき大満足の1日を過ごせました
帰りは美味しいチーズバーガーやフルーツ、スナックを食べたり
ミュージック、フラダンスありと盛りだくさんのツアーで
とてもお勧めです
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
On May 14, I enrolled at the prestigious Dolphin University. Until now, I had participated in similar "swim with dolphins" tours, but unfortunately, I often ended up just snorkeling without seeing any dolphins. This time, after reading reviews, I thought, "This tour is the one!" and decided to join.
What a great decision!!
The early 6 AM pickup was a bit tough, but we started with some hot malasadas. Before we knew it, we arrived at the port.
Once we set out on the boat, there they were!!! The dolphins welcomed us, jumping out of the water in various places! And there were graceful pods of dolphins swimming right nearby!
I was incredibly moved by this experience, which exceeded my expectations!
As others have mentioned in their reviews, the thrill of swimming alongside the dolphins is something you must experience for yourself.
The rental equipment, including snorkeling sets, was clean and in good condition.
The friendly staff, always smiling, were genuinely kind, so there was no need to worry about language barriers. I believe children can play safely and have a great time.
During the canoe experience and on the return boat ride, we were enchanted by hula dancing, ukulele music, and beautiful singing. We were treated to delicious cheeseburgers, fruits, snacks, and drinks.
We even received eco bags as a "graduation certificate," making it a 120% enjoyable experience.
I could feel Yuriko's deep passion for dolphins, and I was able to have this precious experience.
Thank you very much!
5/14、名門イルカ大学に入学しました。
これまで、他にも類似の『イルカと泳ぐツアー』は参加したことがありましたが、残念ながらイルカには会えず、
普通のシュノーケルに終わってしまうことが多く今回は
書き込みを見てこのツアーなら!!と
参加しました
大正解!!
朝は6時ピックアップと早いので、つらいかなぁと思ったのですが、まずは熱々マラサダを食べスタート
そうこうしてると港に到着
船で沖に出るといたぁ!!!
イルカたちが、ようこそ!と言わんばかりに
間近で次々と あちらこちらで水面からのジャンプでお出迎え!
そして優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れがすぐそこ!
想像以上の体験に大感激!
他の方たちの書き込みにもあるように、イルカの群れと一緒に泳げた感動は
とにかく参加&体験して、是非、感じて欲しいです
シュノーケルセットなど
レンタル器具も綺麗で良かったです
笑顔が絶えないフレンドリーなスタッフの方々は
本当に親切で言葉などの心配もなく
お子様も安心して十分遊べると思います
カヌーの体験、帰りの船上では
フラダンス、ウクレレと素敵な歌声を聞きながらうっとり
美味しいチーズバーガー、フルーツ、スナック、ドリンクといたれり尽くせりでした
卒業証書?のエコバックまでいただき、120%楽しませてくれました
ゆりこさんの真剣なイルカに対する深い想いも感じながら
貴重な体験をすることができました
本当に有難うございました
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in this tour to entertain my family. As many others have written, there are extremely few Japanese participants. Therefore, I think it's best to join with the understanding that Japanese will not be understood at all, including during bus transfers. However, if you have a certain level of listening skills and can convey your intentions with basic vocabulary, you can enjoy it fully.
While waiting for the show to start, the activities of making leis and haku leis were enjoyable enough to make me forget that I was Japanese.
The luau begins with the sunset, and from there, it's a series of surprises. Traditional Hawaiian performances, including hula, as well as dances from Polynesia and Tahiti. And the most exciting part was the fire dance.
Regarding the food, since it's not a high-end dinner, you shouldn't have too many expectations, but the fried chicken was incredibly delicious.
The family I brought along all had a great time. Since we came to a foreign land, I think it's perfectly fine to enjoy ourselves to the fullest in an environment with few Japanese tourists.
On windy days, it gets chilly at night, and the air conditioning on the bus is quite strong, so it's essential to have something to wear on top.
今回、ファミリーをもてなすためにこのツアーに参加しました。
色々な方が書いていた通り、日本人の参加者は極端に少ないです。ゆえにバスでの移動を含め現地でも日本語は全く通じないという認識で参加する方が良いと思います。
ただし、ある程度のヒアリングと片言でも自分の意思を伝えられるだけの単語力があれば十分に楽しめます。
ショーが始まるまでの間の、レイを作ったり、ハクレイを作ったりするコーナーも、自分が日本人である事を忘れて楽しめるものでした。
サンセットと共にルアウが始まるのですが、もうそこからは驚きの連続。
フラをはじめとした、ハワイの伝統芸能やポリネシアやタヒチの踊り。
そして、一番盛り上がったファイアーダンス。
食事については、高級ディナーとは違うので、あまり期待するべきではありませんが、フライドチキンは最高に美味しかったです。
連れていったファミリーはみんな楽しんでくれました。
折角異国の地に来んだから、日本人観光客の少ない環境でめいっぱい楽しんでしまうのも有りだと思います。
風がある日だと、夜は冷え込むし、移動のバス内のエアコンがかなり利いているので、上に羽織るものは必須です。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/20 |
Reviewed by: たっくん
"Dolphin University" was an exhilarating experience.
Since it was my first time in Hawaii, I wanted to do something that felt uniquely Hawaiian, so I searched for optional tours and decided on "Dolphin University" because of its impactful name.
Even though I was excited to swim with dolphins, I honestly had some concerns about how close we would get and how many dolphins would be there, but those worries vanished as soon as we arrived at the first spot.
There were about 10 dolphins in one pod, and I believe there were over 50 dolphins that day in total.
The water was crystal clear, and light streamed down to the bright white seabed at a depth of about 10 meters. In this beautiful setting, I swam above a pod of about 10 dolphins swimming near the seabed.
When the dolphins came up to the surface for air, I was probably less than a meter away from them. The dolphins were very curious and welcomed us with spins and jumps.
At the second spot, there were five sea turtles, and I was able to swim alongside them as they glided effortlessly without paying much attention to us (I could get close enough to touch them, but it seems that touching is not allowed).
We visited three different spots, and each session lasted about 40 to 50 minutes, which was more than satisfying.
The cheeseburger served for lunch was also excellent, and we headed back while listening to the music of Keoki, who is also a professional musician.
The staff members were very friendly, and you could feel their desire for everyone to have a great time. If you're looking to experience something extraordinary, I highly recommend Dolphin University!
「イルカ大学」大興奮でした。
初ハワイでしたので、何かハワイらしいことをしたいと思い、オプショナルツアーを検索していたところ、インパクトのある名前から「イルカ大学」に決めました。
イルカと一緒に泳げるといっても、何せ野生ですので、どこまで近く、何頭ほどいるのか、など正直不安もありましたが、最初のポイントに到着した途端にそんな不安も吹き飛びました。
一つの群れで10頭程度、その群れがいくつもあり、当日は50頭以上のイルカがいたと思います。
水は透き通り、水深10M程の真っ白な海底へ光が差し込み、その光の中、海底付近を群れを成して泳ぐ10頭程のイルカの上を、私が泳ぐという構図です。
呼吸の為、水面へ上がってくる時には、イルカとの距離は1Mも離れていなかったと思います。イルカも好奇心旺盛で、スピンジャンプなどでお出迎えしてくれました。
2箇所目のポイントには5頭のウミガメがおり、人間を気にせず伸び伸びと泳ぐウミガメと並んで泳ぐことができました(触れる距離まで近づけましたが触ってはダメらしいです)
計3箇所のポイントを回りますが、1回の時間は40~50分程度と十分に満足できました。
昼食として出されるチーズバーガーも絶品で、プロのミュージシャンでもあるKeokiさんの歌を聞きながら、帰路につきました。
スタッフの方々もとてもフレンドリーで、何とか皆に楽しんで帰ってもらおうと気持ちが伝わってきました。
非日常を味わうのであれば、イルカ大学おすすめです!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/18 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This is a must on your vacation. It was a blast. So much to do and see. The show was incredible. We would do this again and again. Beautiful land and wonderful people. Everyone visiting Hawaii must do this.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/18 |
Reviewed by: mutsumi
This was my first time going to Hawaii, and I joined a tour at the invitation of a friend. I had never even seen an aquarium before, so swimming with wild dolphins and sea turtles was incredible!
Starting with Leonard's malasadas, we enjoyed a variety of activities: from the car, we listened to "This Tree, What Tree" (Hitachi) → visited the Kōnishiki Palace → and headed to the ocean. The moments with the dolphins and sea turtles, the ocean activities, lunch, singing, and dancing made the time fly by.
I spent a precious and luxurious time surrounded by Hawaii's unique environment, ocean, dolphins, and the warm hospitality of the staff.
There were repeat visitors as well, and I completely understand why! Even on the way to the location and back, there were various activities, making it a fulfilling experience that offers satisfaction beyond the cost of participation!
Every day, I was overwhelmed with work and living a stressful life, but the great outdoors healed my mind and body. I highly recommend participating!
ハワイに行くのが初めてな私、友人に誘われてツアーに参加しました。
水族館ですら見た事が無かったのに、野生のイルカやウミガメと一緒に泳げるなんて!
レナーズのマラサダに始まり、
車中内からの「♪この木なんの木」(日立)→小錦御殿見学→海へ
イルカやウミガメとのひととき、
海上アクティビティーにランチ、歌に踊りと盛りだくさんのメニューであっという間に時間が過ぎていきます。
ハワイ独特の風土と海とイルカ、そしてホスピタリティ精神あふれるスタッフとともに、貴重で贅沢な時間を過ごしました。
リピーターの方も参加していましたが、納得@です!
現地に着くまでや帰路過程でも、色々なアクティビティーがあり、充実した内容なので、参加費用以上の満足が得られますよ!
毎日仕事に追われ、殺伐とした生活を送り、ストレスの溜まっていた私の心と体を大自然が癒してくれました☆是非参加してみてください!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/16 |
Reviewed by: こうめとこはる
On May 14, I participated in the Dolphin Encounter package at Sea Life Park. I drove there with a rental car and checked in at the ticket center. There are staff members who understand Japanese, so the process went smoothly without any issues. You can enjoy Sea Life Park just fine with only Japanese. The instructors are also fairly proficient in Japanese.
My session started at 11 AM, and there were more participants than I expected. Since my child is 2 years old, I chose this package, but it seemed like my child wanted to interact more with the dolphins and felt it was a bit lacking from start to finish. They seemed eager to feed the dolphins and touch them a lot.
The activities included touching the dolphins, kissing them, and dancing, with photo opportunities for each. Children under 2 years old are free, so if you want to focus on seeing and touching the dolphins up close, this plan is great. If you want to play more thoroughly with the dolphins, it would be better to choose a higher-priced plan. When my child gets older, I would like to sign up for a plan where they can swim with the dolphins.
5月14日にシーライフパークのドルフィンエンカウンター
パッケージを参加しました。レンタカーで現地まで行き
チケットセンターでチェックイン。日本語のわかるスタッフがいますので特に問題なく手続きが終了しました。
シーライフパークは、日本語のみで十分楽しめます。
インストラクターの方もそれなりに日本が堪能です。
11時から参加でしたが、思ったより参加される方が多かったです。
子供が2歳ということもあり、このパッケージを選びましたが、子供がかなりイルカとふれあいたいみたいで、始めから終わりまで物足りなかったようです。
イルカに餌をあげたり、いっぱいさわりしたいようでした。
内容としては、イルカにタッチ、イルカとキス&ダンス
それぞれ写真撮影があります。
2歳以下は無料ですので、イルカを近くでみたり、さわったりすることを重視するならこのプランです。
イルカとしっかり、遊びたい?かたは、高いプランを選んだ方がいいです。
子供が大きくなったら、イルカと泳げるプランを申し込みしたいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2010/05/16 |
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