Reviewed by: AAO
Since my child is still not very good at swimming, we entered the Dolphin Aloha program. It looked like so much fun to touch the dolphins and feed them. Although we didn't go into the pool, we got splashed quite a bit. (But we dried off while walking around the park afterward.) It was reassuring to have a guide who spoke Japanese with us. When my child is a bit older, I would love to swim with the dolphins next time! 😊
子供がまだあまり泳げないので、ドルフィンアロハにエントリーしました。
イルカに触ったり、餌をあげたり、とても楽しそうでした。
プール内には入りませんが、結構水をかけられました。(でもその後パーク内を回っているうちに乾きます)
日本語が話せるガイドさんがついていてくれたので、安心でした。
もう少し大きくなったら、今度はイルカと一緒に泳ぎたいな:-)
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| Packages: | 濡れずにイルカと触れ合える!ドルフィン・アロハ(2020年9月30日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/22 |
Reviewed by: ほのほたパパ
It was a very efficient tour with a pickup at 7:30 AM and returning to the hotel by 9:30 AM. My third-grade son enjoyed parasailing, even though he was a bit scared! It was a wonderful experience. I highly recommend it.
朝7:30ピックアップ、9:30にはホテルに戻るとても効率の良いツアーでした。パラセーリングは小3の息子もビビりながらもかなり楽しめました!素晴らしい体験になります。オススメです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定】早朝割引プラン/高さ120メートル |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/22 |
Reviewed by: アラモアナ
During our honeymoon, a hurricane arrived. The winds picked up and the weather became concerning, so they quickly changed our afternoon schedule to available slots in the morning. The staff at Veltra responded promptly, which was a great help.
新婚旅行でハリケーンが到来。風が強くなり天気が危ぶまれるとのことで、急遽午後のスケジュールを午前の空いているところに変えてくれました。ベルトラのスタッフが迅速に対応してくださり、助かりました。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/22 |
Reviewed by: たっくん
The view from the top was amazing. The drivers for the shuttle and the people operating the boat were quite entertaining. I had a lot of fun. If you're not comfortable with heights, it might be better to avoid the highest one.
上に上がった時の景色が最高でした。
送迎のドライバーやボートを操縦する方たちもかなり面白い方々でした。
すごい楽しかったです。
1番高いやつは高いところが苦手な方は控えた方がいいかもしれません。
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/01 |
Reviewed by: デイジー
I thought it would be impossible to try marine sports at my age, but encouraged by my husband, I decided to give it a go. The hotel provided transportation, and when I got on the yacht, the staff took care of all the equipment for me, which was fantastic. The exhilaration of soaring into the sky with the parachute was amazing! It wasn't scary at all! I wanted to keep flying forever. If I can, I definitely want to fly again next year!
マリンスポーツは年も年だし、無理だろうと思っていましたが、主人のすすめでトライすることにしました。ホテルへの送迎ありだし、ヨットにのれば装備も全てスタッフの方が装着してくれるし、至れり尽くせりでした。そしてパラシュートをつけて、空に舞い上がった時の爽快さは素晴らしかった❗全然怖くありません❗ズーッと飛んでいたかったです。来年もできるならぜひ飛びたい‼️
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| Packages: | 高さ120メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: 家族全員YS
This was my first time in Hawaii.
I participated with my two sons, aged 9 and 11, making it a family of four.
We were satisfied with both the swimming and lunch.
This tour is popular and fills up quickly, so I recommend making a reservation early if you're considering a trip to Hawaii.
★Departure★
We were picked up under the flagpole at the Ilikai Hotel.
It’s also a pickup spot for Dolphin University and other tours, so it was quite crowded.
The bus arrived about 10 minutes late, but I felt reassured because I had called the contact number provided by Veltra to ask for the bus number.
The pickup location is also a stop for the pink line bus from Ala Moana Shopping Mall (free with a JCB card), so you could arrive by that bus as well.
After a 60-minute bus ride, we arrived at the port.
★Boarding - Sandbar★
We were split into two groups: Japanese and others.
Around 40:15, there were a lot of Japanese people.
Since the boat was the same size, it felt a bit crowded here.
We went with one Japanese person and a cheerful foreign staff member who understood Japanese. Let’s go!!
Drinks were provided along the way.
The lemonade was fantastic!
We arrived at the sandbar in about 30 minutes.
★Sandbar★
Unfortunately, it wasn't an island but rather a shallow area up to our stomachs.
If you really want an island experience, you can choose from three tour times: morning, noon, and afternoon, so check the tide schedule before making a reservation!
Here, we practiced snorkeling.
It was just right for the kids to get accustomed!
With the emerald blue sea and sandy coral, we took photos and enjoyed the clear water.
Beach volleyball was open for everyone to join!
It was a lot of fun.
Snorkels and life jackets are available for rent.
Fins are for the next coral reef.
★Lunch - Turtle Tour★
Lunch consisted of huge burgers!
The meat was freshly grilled on the boat.
The staff came aboard and performed live music with a guitar, and I thought, "Ah, this is a resort."
After finishing our meal, we set off.
We watched turtles while heading to the large coral reef.
On average, we saw one every 2-3 minutes.
I think we saw about 10-15 turtles.
★Snorkeling at the Coral Reef★
We received bread and off we went!
The fish gathered around, and when we offered the bread, they nibbled at it!
And then, a turtle swam right beside us!
I made a wish and swam together for about 30 seconds.
We swam for about 30 minutes, but due to a series of jellyfish stings (the blue ones), we had to cut it short.
(My wife also got stung.)
Those who were stung by jellyfish were treated with warm packs or cream.
The staff here were very attentive and provided great service.
We enjoyed warm drinks on the way back.
★Return★
The bus was 30 minutes late, haha.
But it was nice to have a little break on land.
It seems like taking a direct route from the boat to the bus could lead to motion sickness.
Everyone has their own perspective on this.
★Overall Review★
It was very good!
Next time, I want to achieve "landing" on the sandbar!
はじめてのハワイでした。
9歳と11歳の息子たちと家族4人で参加。
遊泳、ランチいずれも満足でした^ ^
このツアーは人気ですぐに予約で埋まってしまうので
ハワイ行きを検討されている方は早めの予約がおススメです。
★出発★
イリカイホテルの旗ポールの下でピックアップ。
イルカ大学さんやほかのツアーのピックアップ場所でもあるので
ごった返し(汗
10分遅れでバスが到着でしたが
ベルトラから案内あった当日連絡先に電話して
バスの番号を聞いていたので安心でした。
当該ピックアップ場所は、
アラモアナショッピングモールからの
ピンクラインバス(JCBカード所持で無料)
停留所でもあるので、当該バスで乗り付けてもいいですね。
バスで60分揺られて港に到着。
★乗船〜サンドバー★
日本人とそれ以外の2グループに分割。
40:15くらいで日本人多っ(汗
船は同じ大きさなので、こちらは少し混み合いました。。
日本人1人+日本語がわかるノリの良い外国人スタッフと一緒にLet’s go!!
途中飲み物提供あり。
レモネード最高!
30分ほどでサンドバーへ到着。
★サンドバー★
残念ながら島状にはなっておらず、腹〜胸くらいの浅瀬状態でした。
どうしても島がいいという人は
ツアーは午前、昼、午後の3部から選べるので
潮干狩りのように
どの日どの時間帯が干潮か、調べてから予約しましょう!
ここでシュノーケリング練習。
キッズにはちょうど良い慣らしですね!
エメラルドブルーの海とサンゴの砂で
写真を撮ったり、水の綺麗さを楽しんだり^ ^
全員入り乱れてのビーチバレーは参加したもの勝ち!
楽しくなれます。
シュノーケル、ライフジャケット貸出あります。
フィンは次のサンゴ礁で。
★ランチ〜カメツアー★
ランチはデカイバーガー!
肉は船上で焼きたてを提供です^ ^
スタッフが船の上に上がってギター生演奏で歌ってくれ、
「ああ、リゾートだ」と一言。
食べ終わったら出発。
おおきなサンゴ礁までの間、カメウォッチング。
平均したら2、3分に1回見れたかな。
10〜15匹は見たような。
★サンゴ礁でシュノーケリング★
パンをもらってGo!
魚がめっちゃ集まり、パンを差し出すと
突っついてくれます!
そして、なんとカメがそばにユラり!!
願い事をして、30秒ほど一緒に泳げました。
30分ほど泳いでいましたが、
クラゲ(青いやつ)に刺される被害者が続出(20人くらい)
のためそこで切り上げ。
(うちの嫁も被害に)
クラゲに刺された人は、お湯パックであっためたり
クリームを塗ってもらっていました。
ここでもスタッフが手厚く、対応良かったです。
あったかい飲み物を飲みながら帰投。
★帰り★
バスが30分遅れ笑
でもまあ、少し陸上で休憩できてよかったかも。
船→バスのダイレクトだと酔う可能性高そうですね。
ここの考え方は人それぞれということで。
★総評★
とても良かったです!
今度はサンドバー「上陸」果たしたいです^ ^
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/21 |
Reviewed by: ayaka
Thanks to the attentive lessons and the friendly staff, I was able to catch several waves. The reception also has Japanese staff, which is reassuring. I especially recommend it for women and children! If you're unsure, it's definitely an activity worth trying!
丁寧なレッスンとノリの良いスタッフのお陰もあって、何本も波に乗れました
受付は日本人スタッフもいて安心。
女性や子供には特におすすめ!
迷うならやった方が良いアクティビティですよ〜
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| Packages: | グループレッスン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/21 |
Reviewed by: Suzanne Lynwood
We had so much fun!
Beautiful weather, awesome views and a very knowledgeable, funny guide.
Next time we want to ride the horses!
We were very impressed that the ranch is being run by 8th generation family members.
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| Packages: | 2-hour ATV Tour with Transportation from Waikiki [Morning Package] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/20 |
Reviewed by: まーちゃん
The driver was very kind and explained in detail about delicious restaurants and how to handle the horses. Thanks to that, it became a memorable day. I felt that the free time in Haleiwa Town was too short, so I think it would be better to have more time.
ドライバーさんがとても親切な方で、美味しいお店や馬の扱い方などを丁寧に詳しく説明してくださいました。
お陰様で思い出深い一日となりました。
ハレイワタウンでのフリータイムが短くて足りなかったので、もっと時間を長く取れるといいと思います。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: おじさん
- I had a great time seeing so many dolphins up close, even more than I expected.
- After swimming with the dolphins, I was able to go snorkeling, but I got too carried away with the dolphins and didn't have the energy left (laughs).
- The staff at Dolphin University were all really nice, and we had a fun time on the boat.
- The light snacks included chips, juice, and cheeseburgers. They tasted familiar, like something from McDonald's in Japan, and were really delicious.
・思っていた以上にたくさんのイルカをまじかで見られて楽しかった。
・イルカスイム後にシュノーケリングもできたが、イルカではしゃぎ過ぎて体力が持たなかった(笑)
・イルカ大学のスタッフの方も皆いい人で船の上でも楽しいひと時を過ごせる。
・軽食はスナック菓子とジュース、チーズバーガー。日本のマク○ナルド?のような味で親しみがありすごくおいしかった。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/12 |
Reviewed by: Itochan
At first, I was just planning to observe, and I was worried about what would happen. I saw other groups flying, and I ended up vomiting due to motion sickness.
当初は見学だけん積りが飛ぶ事されてしまい、どうなる事になるか心配でしたが。
他のグループが飛ぶのを見ていて船酔で嘔吐しましたが。
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| Packages: | 高さ90メートル |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/20 |
Reviewed by: なおある
It was supposed to be a Diamond Seat, but I was directed to a regular seat without any reservation. It was very disappointing that the service was not thorough, especially considering the $50 difference.
ダイアモンドシートだったが、席の確保がされておらず、普通の席に誘導された。50ドルもの差をつけながら、サービスが徹底されていないのが、とても残念だった。
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| Packages: | ダイヤモンドプレミアシート<ステージ付近の席> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/20 |
Reviewed by: na2
I participated at the request of my 8-year-old daughter, and the location was very convenient as it was at the Royal Hawaiian Beach. Since I have a 3-year-old daughter as well, I was able to watch her play during the lesson. The instructor, Matt, spoke a little Japanese, and my daughter quickly understood and was able to stand up in the water in just about five minutes, which was surprising!
A photographer accompanied us and took pictures, so I ended up wanting to buy them. I was told that the photos alone would be $50, and if I wanted the video, it would be $80. I felt that was a bit expensive, but once I saw the video, I wanted it and ended up purchasing it...
My daughter had a great time!!
8歳の娘のリクエストで参加しましたが、場所もロイヤルハワイアンのビーチなのでとても便利でした。
下に3歳の娘がいるので、レッスン中は見ながら遊んでいました。
マット先生は日本語も少し話せて、娘も直ぐに理解して海に出てものの5分くらいで立ちビックリしました!
カメラマンも同行して、撮ってくれるので欲しくなり買いましたが写真だけなら50ドルでムービーもなら80ドルと言われ少し高いと感じましたが、ムービー見ちゃうと欲しくなり買いました…
娘はかなり楽しんでました!!
Dear na2,
Thank you very much for the 5-star review. We are truly honored that your 8-year-old daughter enjoyed surfing! We hope both parents can join next time!
We look forward to the next opportunity!
na2様:
5つ星の口コミ、誠に有難うございます。8歳の娘さんがサーフィンを楽しんで頂けてとても光栄です!次回はご両親も是非ご参加ください!
では次回の機会を楽しみにしております!
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| Packages: | サーフィン【プライベートレッスン 】 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/19 |
Reviewed by: na2
I participated with my 8-year-old daughter. The pick-up and drop-off were on time, which was reassuring. We quickly ascended into the sky and arrived in no time. It was very calm and stable, but I was a little scared... My daughter was having a blast, swinging around! She seemed to enjoy it so much that she kept saying she wanted to do it again. I ended up buying the photo data because I wanted to have those memories, and I think $30 is a reasonable price for that.
The water splash was only up to my waist, so a bath towel wasn't necessary.
8歳の娘と参加しました。
送迎も時間通りで安心しました。
上空には一気に上がりあっという間に到着。
とても穏やかで安定していましたが、私は少し怖かったです…
娘はブランコ状態で大はしゃぎ!!
かなり楽しかったみたいで、もう一回と言い続けていました。
写真データもやっぱり欲しくなり買いましたが、思い出になるので30ドルならお安いかと思います。
海ポチャも濡れて腰くらいまでなので、バスタオルは必要なかったです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定】早朝割引プラン/高さ120メートル |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/19 |
Reviewed by: Missy
Great food and entertainment, staff was very friendly and service was excellent
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/18 |
Reviewed by: tssm
Due to the tides and weather, the children were constantly floating, making it far from possible to walk on the sandy beach, which was disappointing. The tour program and the atmosphere with the attendants were good.
潮と天候の影響か、子供は常に浮いてる状態で、砂浜を歩くにはほど遠くて残念でした。
ツアーのプログラムやアテンドさん達の雰囲気は良かったです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/18 |
Reviewed by: がはい日本人
The scenery was amazing, but at this time of year, there are jellyfish, and about 5 or 6 people got stung. Of course, even on the bus during the transfer, I think it's important to inform people about the dangers more than before, as it can be dangerous! Children got stung more than adults, which is scary!
景色は最高でしたが、今の時期はクラゲがいて、5.,.6人ほど刺されました。
移動のバスの中も勿論のことツアー案内から、やはり危険は、以前より知らせないと、危ないと思いますよ!大人以上に子供も刺されましたが、怖いですよねー!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/18 |
Reviewed by: Moose
Incredible experience with an amazing pair running the show. I’d definitely recommend it and definitely do it again.
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| Packages: | Super Flight - 1000ft Line (10 min) with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/15 |
Reviewed by: ひさぼー
First of all, the reception staff, the captain, and the crew were all cheerful and made it a fun experience! Everyone except for us Japanese was foreign (two couples and three women), but we managed to have a friendly atmosphere in a sort of casual English.
We participated as two adults, a 9th-grade boy, a 6th-grade girl, and a 1st-grade girl, and we split into two groups: my wife with the middle schooler, and me with the two daughters, heading up into the sky. The feeling of lifting off from that boat was special.
Up in the air, it was a strange sensation where all you could hear was the sound of the wind, and we could see everything from Diamond Head to Waikiki Beach. The crew took various photos for us, which they sell on an SD card for $30. Some people were taking their own pictures, but we decided against it due to the risk of dropping our phones in the air and the potential for them to get wet during the final splashdown.
I gave a $20 tip, and they were very happy to receive it. The ride lasted about an hour, and my son, who is prone to motion sickness, felt a bit queasy, but he managed to be okay. It was a lot of fun!
まず第一に受付さんから、キャプテン(船長さん)、クルー(船員さん)が明るく楽しくしてくれます!
私たち日本人以外は全て外国人(カップル2組、女子3人)でしたが、何となくのノリ英語で和気あいあいな感じでした。
大人2人、中学3年生(男)、小学6年生(女)、小学1年生(女)で参加しましたが、家内+中学生、私と娘2人に別れて上空へ。
あの船から浮き上がる?飛び立つ?感覚は特別でした。
上空は風の音しか聞こえない何とも不思議な感覚で、ダイヤモンドヘッドからワイキキビーチ全て見渡せました。
写真はクルーの方が色々と撮ってくれて、SDカードで販売してくれます。(30ドル)
自分達で撮ってる方もいましたが、上空で落とすリスクと最後の海ポチャ?の時の水没を、考えてスマホはなしにしました。
チップは20ドルお渡ししました!大変喜んでもらえました。
1時間程の乗船ですので、船酔いしやすい息子が少し気持ち悪くなりつつありましたが、何とか大丈夫でした。
大変楽しかったです!
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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: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/18 |
Reviewed by: あかね
From gathering to dispersal, it was a trouble-free and wonderful experience. There were indeed fewer Japanese people, but since it was during Obon, there were still quite a few. The Japanese participants were grouped together and toured as one. The woman at the reception used Google Translate on her smartphone to provide explanations. The instructor spoke only English, but there was nothing difficult at all. They were a dedicated group of professionals who ensured safety thoroughly.
集合から解散までトラブルなく、最高の体験になりました。日本人は確かに少ない様子でしたが、今回はお盆だったため、それなりに多く、日本人は日本人で1グループにまとめられ一緒に周りました。受付の女性は、スマホのグーグル翻訳を使って説明をしてくれました。インストラクターは英語のみですが、難しいことは全くありません。熱心で安全もしっかり確保してくださるプロ集団でした。
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| Packages: | 送迎付き |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/14 |
Reviewed by: あかね
I requested a private lesson for my 7-year-old child's first surfing experience. The instructor didn't seem unmotivated, but I got the impression that they were just meeting the minimum requirements. My child seemed to have fun, though.
7歳のこどもの初サーフィンで、プライベートレッスンをお願いしました。インストラクターは、やる気がないとは言いませんが、最低限のノルマをこなしているという印象でした。こどもは楽しかったようです。
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| Packages: | プライベートレッスン(5歳以上) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/15 |
Reviewed by: SundayC
My two teenagers and I purchased the ATV/Zipline combo and were pretty excited about the ATV portion of it. When we got to Coral Crater, we realized it was a fenced in area with a bunch of trees and plants. Nothing to see or experience that has to do with Hawaii or Hawaii's beautiful scenery. We ziplined first, and that was ok. Nothing great or exciting...I would give that part of the experience a 6 out of 10. Again, you're just going through trees on the property, and in some instances, you see buildings fron across the street. We then went on to the ATV portion of this excursion. The ATVs are rigged so you can't get out of first gear. You go around and around and around on a dirt track and literally can't see anything but the dirt that's being kicked up by the ATV in front of you. These tracks should be watered down. There is nothing exciting about this, unless you're between the ages of 5 and 10. Otherwise, you get dizzy from going around in circles in the dust for an hour in first gear. My teens wanted to leave 10 minutes into the ride. Also, please be advised to bring a change of clothes, as you will be COVERED in dirt. We felt as though we wasted our time and money here. If I'm going to go that slow on an ATV, then at least I'd like to sight see!
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| Packages: | 3 Line Zipline & Two-Seater ATV Tour (with Waikiki Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/07 |
Reviewed by: れんぺい
I have seen sea turtles several times before, but this time I was able to get so close that it felt like I was about to bump into one, and it was very exciting.
It was quite rare for Waikiki, which is usually full of Japanese people, to have no other Japanese participants or staff besides my family, and that atmosphere felt very refreshing.
これまでも何度か海ガメを見たことはありますが、今回はぶつかりそうなくらいに近くまで接近することが出来て、とてもエキサイティングでした。
日本人だらけのワイキキにしては珍しく、我家以外に日本人の参加者やスタッフがおらず、その雰囲気がとても新鮮でした。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/12 |
Reviewed by: nss
The weather was great, and I was able to participate without feeling seasick at all. The boat itself, heading out into the vast ocean, was also enjoyable. The driver and the crew were very cheerful, which lifted everyone's spirits.
My children (ages 9 and 13) were a bit scared at first since it was their first experience, but they quickly got used to it and had fun once we were flying in the sky. The scenery was also very beautiful. It became a wonderful memory of our trip to Hawaii.
天気が良く、船に全く酔うことなく参加できました。
大海原に繰り出す船自体も楽しかったです。送迎のドライバーも船員も大変陽気な方々でテンションがあがりました。
子供(9歳と13歳)達は、始めての体験に少々怖がっていましたが、空を飛ぶとですぐに慣れて楽しんでました。景色も大変良かったです。ハワイ旅行のいい思い出になりました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定】早朝割引プラン/高さ120メートル |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/08 |
Reviewed by: いろは
We gathered early in the morning, but the activities didn't actually start until after 11 AM. Even after the activities ended, we couldn't leave right away, and there was a lot of unnecessary waiting time. This tour took up almost the entire day. The only contact method was email, which raises concerns about what to do in case of any issues.
朝早く集合したのに、結局アクティビティが始まったのは11時過ぎ。アクティビティが終わってからもすぐに帰れるわけではなく、無駄な待ち時間が多い。このツアーでほぼ1日終わってしまった。連絡先もメールしかなく、トラブルがあったときどうするのかと疑問です。
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| Packages: | 映画ロケ地+山+海コース<2時間/送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: Fabbi
My family and I had a great time with star of Honolulu!! Tyler was great in serving us and he was always making sure we were all fine!!!
For me , this activity is a must to do every time we come to Oahu!!!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: へるおう
Due to the season, we didn't see any sandbars like those on TV, but the service was sufficient and good. The food was more to our liking than that of the famous tours, and the kids ate a lot.
季節柄、テレビに出てくるようなサンドバーは見られませんでしたが、必要十分なサービスで良かったです。
ご飯も有名ツアーのものより我が家は好みで子供達も沢山食べていました。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: ぷーぴー
I had heard that there were few Japanese people on this experience, and there were none besides us during our time. All the announcements were in English, so there were many moments when my husband and I, with our limited English skills, didn't quite understand what was being said. However, as long as you go with the flow of those around you, you'll be fine. They also respond casually to questions, even if you ask in broken English.
Before departure, they showed us a board written in Japanese that included information about drinks, safety on the boat, and tips.
For those with experience, it was okay to take off the life jackets, so we dove in without wearing them (they are mandatory in emergencies and are provided to everyone). They also lent fins for free to everyone. Life jackets and masks were distributed on the boat, and just before entering the water, they applied anti-fog solution to the masks and handed us the fins. However, the fins were a bit large since the sizes were quite general.
The depth of the sea was probably around 10 to 15 meters, and we got to see sea turtles! (There were several of them.) The fish we saw were black and a bit striped, so I wouldn't expect a colorful variety.
When we came up once, there were already people on the boat drinking alcohol. When we tried to go back into the sea, they kindly informed us that we had about five minutes left, saying, "This is the last chance!" (of course, in English).
At the end, there were people enjoying jumping off the boat. It was heartwarming to see everyone cheering and laughing as the kids jumped in.
I thought we would head back right away, but instead, we sailed further before returning, enjoying nearly an hour of sailing. It was quite rocky, so I would recommend taking motion sickness medication. The foreigners seemed to have a strong image, but some were looking quite exhausted. Of course, there were also some strong ones who were drinking heavily!
The payment for drinks was on a self-report basis after returning to the sandy beach. At that time, we put tips in a box, and the captain rang a bell and expressed his gratitude.
There were many small children, so it seems like families can enjoy this as well. The boat also had a restroom.
こちらの体験談で、日本人が少ないと聞いていましたが、私たちの時も日本人は他にいませんでした。
案内も全て英語でしたので、英語力の乏しい私たち夫婦には途中のアナウンスがよく分からない場面も多々ありました笑
でも周りの人たちに合わせていれば大丈夫です。また、拙い英語で質問しても気軽に答えてくれます。
出発前には日本語で書かれたボードを1枚見せてくれました。(飲み物や船上での注意、チップについてなどが書かれていました)
ライフジャケットは、経験のある人は外してもokでしたので、着用せずに潜りました。(緊急時は必須とのことで、全員に配られます)
またフィンも全員無料で貸してくれました。
船上でライフジャケットとマスクが配られ、海に入る直前に、マスクに曇り止めを付けてもらい、フィンを受け取ってGOです。ただ、フィンはサイズがザックリしているので、少し大きかったです。
海の深さは恐らく10〜15m位の所で、ウミガメにも会えました!(しかも何匹もいました)魚は、黒い魚と少しシマシマ模様の魚、という感じです。カラフルな感じは期待できないかと。
途中一度上がると、船では既にお酒を飲んでいる人たちも。再度海に入ろうとすると、丁寧にあと5分くらいで終わりだからラストね!と声をかけてくれました(もちろん英語ですが)
最後は、船からの飛び込みを楽しむ人たちも。子どもが飛び込むのをみんなで、笑いながら応援していて微笑ましかったです。
そのあとすぐ帰るのかと思いきや、もっと奥まで船を進めてから戻るコースで、1時間近くセーリングを楽しめました。結構波に揺られるので、酔い止めは必須かと。外国人の方は勝手に強いイメージでしたが、何人かグッタリしていました。もちろん、がんがんお酒を飲みまくる強者も笑
飲み物の精算は、砂浜に帰ってから船上で申告制でした。その時にboxの中へチップを。入れると船長がベルを鳴らして感謝の言葉を言ってくれていました。
小さい子どもも沢山いたので、家族連れでも楽しめそうです。船にはトイレも付いていました。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Dee
This was the most beautiful place ever. The kids really enjoyed the snorkelling here, lots of beautiful fish to see. The online booking process was simple and price was very affordable. Our driver was friendly and explained how to use the equipment. Pickup and drop off was on time. Highly recommend! Will be back to do this again!
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
Reviewed by: na2
I participated in the encounter with my 8-year-old and 3-year-old daughters. My 8-year-old had been there before, but she spent much longer in the pool this time and was very satisfied. After the tour, we had to wait quite a while at the photo counter, even though there wasn't much time before the return bus. If it had been a bit smoother, we could have returned without stress... Also, the return bus was as cold as a refrigerator, and even with a jacket on, I felt like I might catch a cold.
8歳と3歳の娘を連れてエンカウターに参加しました。
8歳の娘は2度目でしたが、以前よりプールにいる時間が長くて大満足でした。
ツアーに参加してから、帰りのバスの時間があまりないわりに写真のカウンターが混み合い結構待ちました。
もう少しスムーズならストレスフリーで帰れるたのに…
あと、帰りのバスの中が冷蔵庫並で上着を着ていても風邪引きそうでした。
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| Packages: | 水中でイルカと遊ぶ!ドルフィン・エンカウンター(~2020年3月31日) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/17 |
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Aloha, Uncle
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are all delighted that you had a valuable experience that can only be had in Hawaii! As you mentioned, it is quite athletic!!
There are also tours for Manta University and Dolphin High School on the Big Island, so please take advantage of the scholarship program and come visit us again!
Mahalo
Dolphin Office, Moe
Aloha, おじさん様
この度はイルカ大学にご参加くださり有り難うございます!
ハワイでしかできない貴重な体験をしていただけてスタッフ一同嬉しく思います!
コメントいただいたように結構体育会系です!!
ハワイ島にはマンタ大学、イルカ高等学校のツアーも
ありますので奨学金制度を利用してぜひまた遊びに来てくださいね!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス Moe