All Reviews for Recommended for Kids 13-17

On the way there, the driver provided a tour guide in English. It's not a big deal, but I learned a lot of things I wouldn't have known if I had been traveling by rental car. It was surprisingly good.

The crew consisted of three women and Captain Bob. One of them could speak Japanese, but even if you're worried about your English, it's not a problem. Everyone was friendly and fun.

The sandbar is just a shallow area offshore, so there's nothing particularly special, but you can practice snorkeling or play beach volleyball. I thought about walking to the end, but there were larger stones (pieces of coral) along the way, and it hurt my feet without sandals. It was also too wide to reach the end.

Next was turtle watching. This time, there were few turtles. However, there were a lot of mantas that came very close to the boat.

While snorkeling, there was a large turtle right nearby. After taking a ton of photos, I circled around the coral reef that spans about 1 km. When I returned to the boat to take a break, I spotted a shark. It seemed to be sleeping, so I dove down and got about a meter close to it.

There were many unexpected discoveries, and it was incredibly fun.

行きのバスではドライバーが英語で観光案内してくれる。大した話ではないがレンタカーで移動していたら知りえないことがいろいろ聞けた。意外とよかった。

船員は女性３名＋キャプテンBOB。日本語ができる方は１名だが英語が心配な方でも問題ない。皆さん気さくで楽しい。

サンドバーは沖合の浅瀬というだけで特段何もないが、シュノーケルの練習やビーチ（？）バレーができる。端まで歩こうと思ったが、途中から大きめの石（サンゴのかけら）が多くなりサンダルがないと足が痛い。そもそも広すぎて端まで行けなかった。

次にタートルウォッチング。今回は亀は少なかった。しかし、マンタが大量にいて船のすぐ近くまで来てくれた。

シュノーケルでは、大きな亀がすぐ近くにいた。写真を撮りまくった後、周囲１Kmあるサンゴ礁をぐるりと一周。船に戻って休憩しよと思ったらサメを発見。寝ているようだったので素潜りで１ｍぐらいまで近づいてみた。

想定外の発見がいろいろあってめちゃくちゃ楽しかった。

Meeting the dolphins and sea turtles was amazing! The scenery was incredible. I was moved to see a large group of dolphins and to watch the sea turtles come up for air up close. I was worried about getting seasick, but it was fine even though I can't swim. The staff were very attentive and I had a great time!

イルカとウミガメに会えて最高でした！
あの景色は最高です。イルカの大群、ウミガメが息継ぎで海面に出るとこを近くで見れたり、感動しました。
船酔いをしてどうなるかと思いましたが、泳げなくても大丈夫です。スタッフの方がすごく丁寧に対応してくれるし、とても楽しめました！

First, we gathered at the Sheraton bus stop. There is a counter where you check in and receive a wristband. Each activity has a different color wristband. Upon arrival, there is an explanation in Japanese about how to check in for each activity. During the waiting time between activities, you can buy souvenirs, have lunch at a café, or visit the Kualoa Ranch History Museum. The menu includes items like hamburgers (around $10 for a classic burger), loco moco, and garlic shrimp. For horseback riding, you store your belongings in a locker, check in, and then watch an orientation video in Japanese. Local participants received orientation directly from the instructor in English. It seems that horses have their own personalities, as some people encountered horses that strayed off the course. However, since the horses are well-trained, we were able to enjoy horseback riding while taking in the natural surroundings and experiencing authentic riding. The schedule indicated a departure from Kualoa Ranch around 2:00 PM, but we were able to leave at 1:00 PM, which minimized our waiting time and allowed us to make effective use of the following hours. The one-hour horseback ride was a simple course, but it was great to fully enjoy the great outdoors and experience horseback riding.

まず、シェラトンのバス乗り場に集合しました。カウンターがあるのでそこでチェックインんして、リストバンドをもらいます。コースごとに色がちがいます。到着すると各アクティビティのチェックイン方法の説明が日本語であります。アクティビティの間の待ち時間にはお土産を買ったり、カフェでランチをとったり、クアロアランチヒストリーミュージアムをみたりできます。ハンバーガー(クラシックバーガー10ドルくらい)やロコモコ、ガーリックシュリンプなどのメニューがあります。乗馬は荷物をロッカーに預けて、チェックインをした後、日本語のビデオでオリエンテーションがあります。現地の人は英語でインストラクターから直接オリエンテーションを受けていました。馬にも性格があるようでコースからそれてしまう馬にあたっている人もいました。しかしながら、調教がしっかりとされているので、自然を楽しみながら乗馬する余裕がありながら、本格的な乗馬を体験できました。スケジュールでは14:00-15:00ごろクアロアランチ発となっていましたが、13:00には、クアロアランチを出発できたので、待ち時間も少なく、その後の時間も有効に活用することができました。
1時間の乗馬でシンプルなコースですが、大自然を満喫して、乗馬も体験できたので、すごく良かったです。

It was a 2-hour horseback riding experience. There was someone who could speak Japanese to assist us, which was reassuring and very appreciated. Since there is one guide for each group, we were a group of six, but it might be more enjoyable with a smaller group. The 2-hour course felt quite long. I think one hour would be just right for a first-time rider. I may have been a bit greedy (laughs). The horses were well-trained and sometimes caused a bit of trouble, but they were smart. Kualoa Ranch offers various activities, so I think it's great to combine them for more fun.

乗馬体験2時間コースでした。日本語のできるお手伝いしてくれる方がいました。安心しましたし、大変ありがたかったです。グループ毎にガイドさんが一名なので、私達は6名のグループでしたが、もう少し少ない方が楽かもしれません。2時間コース、けっこう長かったです。初めての乗馬なら1時間でちょうどいいような気がしました。欲張り過ぎました(笑)馬はよく躾けられており、時々困らせてくれましたが、お利口さんです。クアロア牧場は様々なアクティビティがあるので、組み合わせて楽しむのもいいと思います。

I was torn between a large ship, but since I had a toddler with me, I decided to join this optional tour where toddlers are free at the buffet. A welcome drink is included, and you can enjoy unlimited food while sipping on that. With live music, hula dancers performed, and everyone on board danced and had a great time. The waitresses were also lively and good at dancing. There were many non-Japanese guests, and we celebrated together with people from various countries, including those celebrating anniversaries and birthdays. The sunset started to become visible around 6:30, and I was able to capture beautiful photos.

大きい船と迷ったのですが幼児もいたのでバイキングで幼児は無料となっているこのオプショナルツアーに参加しました。ウエルカムドリンクは1杯付いていて、そちらを飲みながら好きな食事をとり放題。生演奏の中フラを踊ってくれて乗船されたみんなで踊り盛り上がりました。ウエイトレスものりのりで、踊りが上手でした。日本人以外が多く色々な国の方と一緒に盛り上がり結婚記念日と誕生日の方もいてみんなでお祝い。夕陽が6時半位から見え始め綺麗に写真におさめることができました。

We had a great time as a family of five. Our youngest son, who is five years old, also enjoyed it. The captain and the staff were kind, and the photos turned out beautifully.

家族5人で楽しみました。
1番若い5才の息子も楽しめました。
船長もサポートの方も親切ですし、写真も綺麗に撮れてました。

It was cloudy, windy, and cold, but since I rented a wetsuit, the water didn't feel too cold. I discovered dolphins in relatively shallow water! The water's clarity was amazing, and I was surrounded by a pod of dolphins in all directions, which was breathtaking! Of course, I also got to see sea turtles. I regret not bringing my camera. I want to master snorkeling perfectly and participate again!

曇りで風も強く寒かったんですがスウェットスーツをレンタルしたので水の中はそんなに冷たく感じませんでした。わりと浅いところでイルカを発見！水の透明度も凄く良くて360度イルカの群れに囲まれ感動しました！もちろん海ガメにも会えました★カメラを持って入らなかったことに後悔。シュノーケルを完璧にマスターしてもう一度参加したいです！

I confirmed my reservation with a phone call the day before, but I was asked when I made the reservation since it wasn't found (I had booked it in October of the previous year). Eventually, they found my name.

On the day of the event, I checked the color of the bus and the location. A green bus with zipline photos came to pick us up. We picked up three groups from other hotels and left fully booked. After leaving the last pickup hotel, we had just over an hour's drive, during which the members on board started introducing themselves.

After that, the driver shared information about local landmarks, Hawaiian history, the Hawaiian language, immigration history, and education, and before we knew it, we had arrived. After arriving, we used the restroom (there are no toilets along the course), stored our valuables and luggage, entered our consent forms on the computer (available in Japanese), put on helmets and gear, and started. (Only camera types that hang around the neck were allowed.)

After everyone cleared the practice course, we boarded the buggies to proceed to the main course. There were various instructions like extending arms, tightening arms, and bending legs, but I was quite scared (laughs). When I was saying, "I'm so nervous, wait a minute," the fun veteran guide joked, "I'm nervous too, it's my first day as a guide!"

Our group consisted of four family members (a couple and two elementary school children), three young girls from Australia, two parents from America, and two couples of unknown nationality, with three guides assisting us. Generally, one person helped with the gear, while two welcomed us at the finish line (there are two lanes for one course).

The course included not only sliding like Tarzan but also a section where firefighters climbed using only their arms, a bungee-like jump section, and towards the end, a backward challenge course and an upside-down challenge course (for those who wanted to try). There were also points for hydration, snacks with bananas, and snacks with tomatoes.

We completed all the courses in a friendly atmosphere and finished the two-hour course. They also sent us many photos for free via email. We were taken back by bus, creating wonderful memories.

As a side note, I was unsure about the timing for tips. When I asked an American participant, they said they gave $10 each to the guide right after finishing and thought it wasn't necessary for the driver. I hurriedly searched for the guide to give the tip, but they had gone to lunch, so I asked another staff member for help, which relieved me. However, since the children were also taken care of and we had fun, I wished I could have thanked the guide directly. During the round trip on the bus, I regretted not giving a little something to the driver who provided such a fun experience.

I think it would have been even more enjoyable if I understood English better, but they were very considerate towards my husband and two elementary school children, who hardly speak any English, so it was all good!

There are similar attractions in Japan that I have participated in, but compared to those, they helped with gear and ensured safety very well. They also communicated closely with each other using walkie-talkies to proceed smoothly. The course was well-paved, and since we were sliding from a high place, we didn't get dirty.

前日に予約確認の電話をしたのですが、予約が入っていない、いつ予約した？と聞かれ（前年の10月に予約）、ようやく名前を見つけてもらえました。
バスの色と、場所を確認して当日を迎えました。
ジップラインの写真付き緑のバスがお迎えに来ました。
他のホテルで3グループをピックアップし、満席の状態での出発でした。
最後のピックアップのホテルを出てから、1時間ちょっとのドライブでしたが、同乗したメンバーがそれぞれ自己紹介から始まりました。
その後、ドライバーさんが現在地の名所案内、ハワイの歴史、ハワイ語の紹介、移民の歴史、教育などについて話をしてくれて、あっという間に到着でした。
到着後、お手洗いを済ませ（コース途中にトイレはありません。）
貴重品・手荷物を預け、コンピューターで同意書を入力（日本語あり）して、ヘルメットや装具をつけて、スタートしました。（首にかけるタイプのカメラのみＯＫでした。）
最初、練習コースを全員クリアした後、バギーに乗って本番コースに進みました。
腕を伸ばす、腕をしめる、足を曲げる等々色んな注意がありましたが、恐怖でかなりびびりました（笑）
「緊張する～、ちょっと待って～～～」とビビっていたら、「僕も緊張してる～、僕もガイド初日なんだ～！」と冗談を言って笑わせてくれる楽しいベテランガイドさんでした。私たち家族4人（夫婦と小学生2人）、オーストラリアからの若い女の子たち3人、アメリカからの親子2人、国籍不明のカップル2人に対して3人のガイドさんでした。
基本一人が装着を手伝い、二人がゴール（１つのコースに対し、２レーンあります）が迎えてくれる流れでした。
ターザンのように滑っていくだけでなく、消防士さんがロープを腕だけで登って行くようなコース、バンジーのように飛び降りるコース、そして最後あたりでは、後ろ向きでチャレンジするコース、さかさまになってチャレンジするコース（チャレンジしたい人だけ）、がありました。
給水するポイント、バナナがおやつのポイント、トマトがおやつのポイントもありました。
和気あいあいとすべてのコースをすませ、2時間ほどのコースを終了。
写真もメールで無料でたくさん送ってくださいました。
バスで送ってもらって、良い思い出作りができました。

☆余談ですが、チップのタイミングに困りました。アメリカ人の参加者に聞いたら、終わってすぐ、ガイド一人に対して10ドルずつ渡した～、ドライバーには必要ないと思う～と言ってました。
大慌てで渡すためにガイドさんを探したのですが、ランチに行ってしまったそうで、他のスタッフさんにお願いして、ホッとしたのですが、子どもたちもケアしてもらったし、楽しかったので直接お礼を言って渡したかったな～と思いました。
往復中距離のバスの中、楽しいガイドをしてくださったドライバーさんにもやっぱり少しだけでもお渡しするべきじゃなかったなかな～と悔やんでます。

☆英語がもっと理解できたら、もっと楽しかった～と思いますが、ほとんど話せない夫・小学生子ども2人に対しても気配りをしてくださり、とっても楽しむことができたので、大丈夫です！！

☆日本でも似たようなアトラクションがあり、参加したことがあったのですが、それに比べて、ほとんど装着等手伝って安全確認もバッチリしてくださいます。またトランシーバーで密にスタッフ同士連絡を取り合ってくださって進めてくださいます。きちんとコースも舗装されていて、また高いところを滑っていくため、汚れたりもしません。

We participated as a three-generation family (ages 77 to 11).

Paddling with an oar required more strength than I expected, and my delicate 11-year-old daughter couldn't hold the oar and was a bit sulky. Initially, while I thought we wouldn't capsize, I couldn't say I was completely unconcerned about paddling out into the open water. However, once we started paddling, those thoughts vanished, and I enjoyed the beautiful scenery immensely.

When we caught a wave, it felt exhilarating! I was also moved by the colors of the waves from the side, which I usually don't get to see. I think I will never forget those waves.

My 77-year-old parent seemed to enjoy it very much and praised it highly! We were able to purchase photos and videos, making it a truly priceless experience.

三世代（７７歳～１１歳）で参加しました。
オールで漕ぐのは思っていたよりは力が要り、華奢な１１歳娘はオールを持てず少々ふてくされていましたが。
当初、転覆しないとは思いながらも沖へ漕いで行くのに全く心配なかったとは言えなかったのですが、漕ぎだすとそんな思いはすっ飛んで、とても楽しく景色のきれさにうっとりしながら楽しめました。
波に乗ったときは気分は爽快！！しかも普段は見れない　横からの波の色　に感動しました。　あの波は一生忘れないと思います。
７７歳の親もとても楽しめたようで大絶賛でした！！
写真も動画も購入でき、まさにプライスレスな体験でした。

In the morning, when we were picked up, there was a group of Japanese people. I was worried because they couldn't speak English, but the staff kindly explained everything in Japanese, which was a relief. Even the older couple nearing their sixties were fine.

In the sea, we encountered four groups of 20 to 30 dolphins. We only saw sea turtles from a distance, though.

On the boat, the staff entertained us. It was the best experience!

The bus was cold.

朝、ピックアップされたら何と日本人一組。
英語話せないし、どうしようと思っていたら、スタッフの人達が日本語で個人的に親切に説明してくれ、安心安心。還暦前のおじさんおばさんも大丈夫でし
海では、イルカ20～30頭の群れを4群れと会いました。海亀は、遠くから見えただけだけど
船の上では、スタッフ達が楽しませてくれました。
最高でしたよ。

バスの中が寒かった

The staff said that almost 100 percent of people can stand up. I personally surf a little in Japan, but I use a board that is quite thick and large, making it very difficult to carry by myself, so it definitely provides more stability. For beginners, being able to stand up doubles the fun!

お店の方はほぼ100パーセント立てますと言ってました。
私自身日本で少しばかりサーフィンしてますが板もひとりではとても運べない程かなり分厚く大きいものを使うので確かに安定しやすいです。
初心者の人は立てると楽しさ倍増ですもんね！

Although there are some detours, considering just the horseback riding, the price feels a bit high. However, the location is good, and I think it was nice to enjoy a bit of Haleiwa as well.

寄り道はあるものの乗馬だけと考えると料金的には高い気がしますが
ロケーションはよく、ハレイワも少しは楽しめるのでよかったかと。

It was my first time parasailing, and it was fun. The view of Hawaii was wonderful. The meeting place was easy to find, and the service was good. It was great that my small child could join as well. I also appreciated receiving the photos we took at the end on an SD card. I think the two staff members who took us were very accommodating. We had children ranging from fifth grade to high school seniors, and adults in their 40s. Everyone enjoyed themselves in their own way. Thank you!

初めてのパラセーリングでしたが、楽しかった。
ハワイが一望できて気持ちよかった
待ち合わせ場所もすぐわかり
対応もよかった。
小さな子供も一緒に乗れてよかった
最後にとった写真をSDカードでもらえたのもとても良かった。
連れていってくれた2人のスタッフも
いい対応をしてくれたと思う
小学5年生から高校3年生までの子供と
大人は40代。みんなそれぞれで
楽しめた
ありがとうございます

Great trip this was our first experience in a submarine the crew were very knowledgeable and entertaining I would recommend this tour as something everyone should do

We encountered a sea lion. It was a lucky sighting unique to nature, and the whole family enjoyed it. The pod of dolphins was very impressive and really exciting.

逸れアシカにも遭遇。
自然ならではのラッキーな出現で家族みんな楽しめました。
イルカの群れはとても迫力があってすごく盛り上がりました。

The crew were friendly and incredibly accommodating both on the boat and in the water. The guides were great at pointing out the sealife on the reef while we snorkeled. The sea turtles were everywhere! Wonderful trip and well worth the money.

the staff was awesome, had a great time at the sandbar and snorkeling. this was such a unique experience.

There were four pairs participating in a small boat (I was in the first group). I took motion sickness medication, but I still felt a bit seasick. Of course, the scenery was outstanding, and we went higher than I expected, but since we were on the sea, it wasn't too scary (looking down was a bit frightening). There were a few times when the wind picked up, providing a thrill that made me shout. The crew spoke a little Japanese (just a few words), but they were cheerful and friendly.

小さな船でペア4組参加でした。（一番手で体験）
酔い止め飲んでいったけど少し船酔いした。
当然景色は抜群、思ったより高いところまで上がったけど、
海上なのでそれほど恐怖はなし。（下を見るとさすがに少し怖い）
数回風にあおられ、声が出るぐらいのスリルはありました。
クルーは片言の日本語（単語程度）でしたが、陽気に盛り上げてくれましたし、親切でした。

The wind was strong, and I felt more fear than I expected, but it was a wonderful experience! It was the ultimate activity that provided a sense of relief when I came down, experiencing a fear that I don't usually encounter!

風が強く思ってたより恐怖心が強く、素晴らしい経験ができました！
普段味わえない怖さに、降りてきたときの良かったという安心感の究極のアクティビティでした！

It was my first time swimming with dolphins, and it was truly amazing!
The weather on the day of participation was cloudy, and it had just rained, making the temperature quite low, which wasn't ideal.
I knew very well that since they are wild animals, the chance of seeing them is not 100%, so I was quite anxious... but!
I was able to see many dolphins, and I was genuinely moved!
I thought I wouldn't be able to get too close since you're not supposed to chase them, and I hoped to see them from a distance, but unexpectedly, I got to see them up close and was super excited!
When I dove a little, I felt like I could reach out and touch them—how could they be so close?!
After the dolphin swim, I went snorkeling and saw small fish and a sea turtle.
Unlike dolphins, the sea turtle swam while being rocked by the waves, so even though I knew I shouldn't touch it, I felt a bit nervous when it came close to me. (laughs)
I probably didn't swim for very long during the dolphin swim or snorkeling, but it did take quite a bit of energy.
So, the cheeseburger made by the captain tasted even better.
The crew members were all very nice, and it seemed like they were keeping a close eye on those who were anxious about swimming or their stamina.
The photos taken by the photographer can be purchased separately.
Before the dolphin swim, there was an explanation, and the guide, Musashi, said,
"You are free to take photos with your own camera, but don't get too caught up in taking pictures. See the dolphins with your own eyes! You can also purchase photos from the photographer."
At that moment, I thought, "They just want to sell photos..." (sorry about that), but those words are true!
I believe you should definitely see the wild dolphins with your own eyes and imprint that memory.
At the end, there was even a discussion about environmental considerations for the dolphins, which really touched me.
It made me think about starting small eco-friendly practices so that dolphin swim tours can continue for a long time.

One thing I was concerned about was that the day of participation coincided with the Honolulu Half Marathon, which caused traffic restrictions, and the pickup took over an hour.
Since we were the first pickup, we spent quite a long time on the bus. (laughs)
The guides worked hard to manage the situation, and in the end, we got to see the dolphins without any complaints, but I think the marathon wasn't something that was decided yesterday or today, so it would have been even better if some measures could have been taken!

人生初のドルフィンスイムでしたが、本当に最高でした！
参加日は曇り、ついさっきまで雨が降っていて気温も低めというあまり良くないコンディション。
野生の生き物なので見れる確率は100%ではないのは重々承知の上参加していますがとても不安…でしたが！
沢山のイルカを見る事が出来て本当に本当に感動しました！
イルカは追いかけてはいけないし、あまり近くにより過ぎる事もないだろうから遠目に見れたら良いな…と思っていたのですが、予想外に近くで見れて大興奮！
ちょっと潜水したら手が届きそうでこんなにも近くで見れるの！？と思いました。
ドルフィンスイム後のシュノーケリングでは小さい魚やウミガメを見ました。
ウミガメはイルカと違い波に揺られながら泳いでいるので触れてはいけない…とわかっていてもウミガメの方から近付いてきてヒヤヒヤしました。笑
ドルフィンスイムもシュノーケリングも恐らくそんなに長くやっていないのですが、結構体力使います。
なのでキャプテンが作ってくれるチーズバーガーがより美味しく感じました。
クルーの皆さんはとても良い方ばかりで、泳ぎや体力に不安がある方はきちんと見ていてくれているようでした。
カメラマンさんが撮ってくれた写真は別途有料で購入出来ます。
ドルフィンスイム前に説明があるのですが、ガイドのムサシさんが
「自分のカメラで写真を撮るのは自由ですが、写真を撮る事にとらわれ過ぎないで。自分の目でイルカを見て！写真はカメラマンからも購入出来ます。」
と仰っていて、この時は「写真を買わせようとしているな…」と思っていましたが(すみません)
この言葉は本当です！
野生のイルカ、絶対自分の目でしっかり見て焼き付けるべきだと思います。
最後はイルカの為に環境配慮の話しまであり、ジーンとしました。
いつまでもドルフィンスイムツアーが可能なよう、自分も小さな事からエコを始めようと考えさせられました。

一つ気になったのは参加日がホノルルハーフマラソン当日で交通規制がかかりピックアップのみで１時間超えだった事。
私達は一番最初のピックアップだったので結構長い間バスに乗りました。笑
ガイドさん達も一生懸命対処してくださりましたし、結果的にイルカも見れて文句無し、ですがマラソン自体は昨日今日決まった事ではないと思うので、何かしらの対策を講じる事が出来ていたら更に良かったのかな！？と思います！

We had a great morning at the ranch. My husband loves driving the raptor and it was great to see where all our favourite tv shows and movies were filmed. Even if you’re not a movie buff the scenery alone is worth the visit, an absolutely stunning place! Great guides too who make you feel very relaxed and make it great fun.

Before entering the water, we gathered as a group of Japanese people to watch a video. Since it was just watching, I wondered if I could really do it, which made me quite anxious. I thought a Japanese guide would be on our boat, but instead, we were on a different boat with only local people, and since we couldn't communicate, it added to my unease.

I had assumed my face wouldn't get wet, so I wore makeup, but I ended up getting soaked while entering and exiting the water. We were divided into groups and it felt like a conveyor belt as we kept going into the sea. For those who are scared, being pushed underwater without any mental preparation can be frightening.

It was unfortunate that the weather was bad and cold. While other groups were doing their activities, we were told we could snorkel freely, but there was no one to follow us (there might have been someone, but we couldn't communicate!). There was one person snorkeling alone, but there were no staff watching over us. Given the high cost, it was disappointing to think that the snorkeling fee was included for just a 10-minute Sea Bob experience with no one to supervise.

However, the underwater scenery was beautiful!

入水前に日本人だけで集められビデオを観ます。観るだけなので、本当に出来るかな？？と、なかなか不安を煽られます。
日本人ガイドさんも船に乗ってくれると思っていましたが、違う船に乗られ、現地の方だけしかおらず言葉も通じないので不安でした。
顔は濡れないと思っていたので化粧をしていったのですが出入りでがっつり濡れます。
グループ分けをされ流れ作業のように、どんどん海に入っていく形でした。心の準備をする前に海にもぐらされるので怖い人は怖いと思います。
あいにくの天気で寒かったのが残念です。
また他のグループが行なっている間、シュノーケルは自由にしていいとのことでしたが、誰もがフォローしてくれる人がおらず(いたのかもしれないけど言葉が通じない！)出来ませんでした。
１人シュノーケルをしてる人はいましたが、誰もスタッフで見ている人はいませんでした。
高い金額なだけに、10分のシーボブ体験のみに、誰もみてくれないシュノーケル代も込みかぁ…と残念です。
海の中は綺麗でした！

I wondered if two hours would be too long, but it wasn't at all; before I knew it, the time had flown by as I became completely absorbed in the experience. Riding in such magnificent scenery, which you can't see in Japan, made me feel like an adventurer or an explorer.

Even though I can only speak a few words, the reception and the guide were friendly and accommodating, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience.

My wife's horse was lively and sometimes didn't listen, while my horse was timid and descended slowly but was obedient. It was fun to see the differences in their personalities.

2時間では長いかな？と思いましたがそんなことはなく夢中になっているうちに終わってしまっていました。日本では見られないような壮大な景色の中、体験する乗馬はまるで冒険家、探検家になったかのような気分でした。
単語しかしゃべれない私にも受付、ガイドの方ともに対応、愛想が良く安心して楽しめました。
また嫁の馬は活発で言うことを聞かない場面も。私の馬は臆病で下りはゆーっくり下る子だけど従順だったり性格に違いもみれるのも楽しかったです。

I had previously swum with wild dolphins on another tour, and the experience was unforgettable. This time, I wanted to try a different tour, so I joined the highly-rated and well-organized tour by the prestigious Dolphin University.

On the bus ride there, the guide shared not only knowledge about dolphins but also various stories about Hawaii, and before I knew it, we arrived at the port. The guides and crew members had a great rapport, and everyone was friendly, creating a wonderful atmosphere from start to finish.

Once we set sail, we quickly spotted wild dolphins! We could see them jumping from the boat, and I hurriedly got ready to jump in! A large pod of dolphins swam back and forth near us, and it felt like we were swimming together. I was truly moved. I think I swam quite hard for a significant amount of time, but I was so engrossed that I forgot all about the fatigue.

When I got back on the boat, the crew had prepared freshly made hamburgers for us. After that, we moved to a snorkeling spot, where we were able to see many fish. We even spotted swimming sea turtles, which was very satisfying!

We jumped off the boat into the sea, did some stand-up paddleboarding, and on the way back, we all danced the hula together. It was truly a packed and enjoyable experience from start to finish.

The next time I participate in a dolphin swimming tour, I would definitely like to use Dolphin University again!

以前他のツアーで野生のイルカと泳いだことがあり、その感動が忘れられず、今回は前回と違うツアーで参加してみたいと思い、評判もよく、内容も充実している名門イルカ大学さんのツアーに参加させていただきました。

行きのバスではガイドの方からイルカの知識だけでなく、ハワイに関するいろいろなお話も聞け、あっという間に港まで着きました。ガイドやクルーの方同士も仲が良く、皆さんフレンドリーで最初から最後までとても雰囲気がよかったです。

いざ出港してからは、本当にすぐに野生のイルカを発見！
船からも飛び跳ねるイルカの姿が見え、急いで準備をして飛び込みました！
たくさんのイルカの群れが何度も行ったり来たりで近くを泳いでくれ、真下を通ったり、一緒に泳いでいるような感覚で、本当に感動しました。結構な時間、しっかりハードに泳いだと思うのですが、そんな疲れを忘れてしまうくらい、夢中になってしまいました。

船に上がると、クルーの方がハンバーガーを作ってくれていて、できたてをいただきました。
その後はシュノーケルのスポットに移動したのですが、こちらもたくさんの魚を見ることができました。泳いでいるウミガメも見られ、大満足でした！

船からジャンプして海に飛び込んだり、SUPができたり、帰りはみんなでフラを踊ったり、本当に最初から最後まで盛りだくさんで楽しませていただきました。

またイルカと泳ぐツアーに参加する際は、名門イルカ大学さんを利用したいと思います！

The Japanese guide and all the staff were very cheerful and made the experience enjoyable! However, the weather was bad with rain and wind, and it was very cold, so we couldn't see any beautiful scenery at all... Everyone was shivering... It made me want to go home early. There's nothing we can do about the weather, though. This is part of the nature experience. Towards the end, they served us warm drinks, which was a relief. To be honest, I wish they had served them a bit earlier.

日本のガイドさんもスタッフ皆さんも、とても明るく楽しく盛り上げてくれて良かっです！
しかし、天気が悪く雨と風でとても寒く、綺麗な景色も全く見れず…
みんなブルブルガクガク…
寒いから早く帰りたくなりました。
天気ばかりは、どうしようもないですね。
これも、自然体験。
最後の方に温かい飲み物を出してくれてホッとしました。もう少し早く出して欲しかったのが本音。

It was quite a hard tour starting at 5:30 AM, but we got to see dolphins, whales, and sea turtles! The staff had great energy, and there was time for fun. I was very tired, but it was so much fun!

朝5時半集合でなかなかのハードツアーでしたがいるか、くじら、海ガメも見れました！
スタッフのノリも良く、遊びの時間もありとっても疲れましたがとっても楽しかったです。

It was really disappointing that there was no information provided, such as the address and map of the departure location, so that I could go directly there if I couldn't get in touch due to the morning mix-up.

朝入れ違いで、連絡取れないのなら、直接現地へ行けるように、出港場所の住所と地図くらい提示がなかったのは、すごく残念でした。

It was my first time on a submarine, and I had a great time. They had made arrangements to attract fish, so I was able to see a lot of them. Additionally, the divers who were there to observe the fish welcomed us with an aloha pose, which was very nice.

The guide provided commentary in Japanese while the boat was moving, but only offered an English guide inside the submarine. It seemed fun with jokes mixed in, so those who understand English might enjoy it even more. Unfortunately, since we don't understand English, we had to rely on headphones with a pre-recorded Japanese guide, but we still had a great time.

My husband was so captivated by the seabed that he didn't listen to the guide at all, but he still enjoyed it thoroughly. On the boat to the submarine, we were lucky enough to see a whale spouting, which was very satisfying. According to the local guide, there are times when you can also see sea turtles and dolphins.

There were emotions that couldn't be captured in photos, so I'm glad I participated.

はじめての潜水艦だったので、とても楽しかったです。
魚が集まるように工夫がされていて、沢山の魚を見る事ができました。また、魚を観察しに来ているダイバーも、アロハポーズでお迎えして下さり、とても良かったです。
ガイドは、船の移動中は、日本語でガイドをしていましたが、潜水艦の中では、英語ガイドのみでした。ジョーク交じりでたのしそうでしたので、英語がわかる方は、さらに楽しめそうです。
残念ながら、私達は英語がわからないため、ヘッドホンで、あらかじめ日本語で録音されているガイドでしたが、充分に楽しめました。
主人は、ガイドよりも海底に夢中で、全くガイドを聞いていませんでしたが、それでも充分楽しんでいました。
潜水艦までの船では、運良くクジラの潮吹きもみれて、大満足です。
現地のガイドによると、ウミガメや、イルカに会える時もあるそうです。
写真にはおさめられない感動がありましたので、参加して良かったと思います。

From Waikiki, it takes about an hour by bus to the port on the west side. The port only has restrooms without doors, and the boat is a 15-person capacity without a restroom, so it's best to change and, if possible, use the restroom beforehand. Towels are not provided, so you need to bring your own. I went on April 12, and it was quite cold. The water temperature was probably around 20-22 degrees Celsius.

Rash guards are available for free rental, but there are only three, and some are short-sleeved, so considering the low water temperature, I think it's better for women and those who get cold easily to bring their own. The water surface can be quite choppy, so it's easy to get seasick while snorkeling and watching the sharks.

The sharks are in deeper water, and since the camera focuses mainly on the lower section of the cage, I recommend that those who are confident in diving grab onto the lower section or the bottom of the cage to quietly observe (as long as you can hold your breath). This way, you’re less likely to get seasick.

The sharks are very calm and beautiful. The water is clear, so to avoid ruining your experience with seasickness, please make sure to take motion sickness medication. I don’t usually get seasick, but I took some just in case, and I didn’t experience any seasickness.

The optional video and photos are $75 per group.

ワイキキからは西側の港で1時間ぐらいバスで移動です。
港には扉の無いトイレしかないし、ボートは15人乗りのトイレなしなので、着替え、出来ればトイレも済ませていった方が良いです。
バスタオルも配布されないので、持っていく必要あります。私が行ったのは4月12日でしたが、けっこう寒かったです。たぶん水温は20~22度ぐらい？
ラッシュは無料でレンタルありますが、３枚だけで半袖のものもあったので、水温が低いことを考えると、女性や寒がりの男性は自前のものがあった方が良いと思います。
水面が結構揺れるので、シュノーケルでサメを見ていると酔いやすいです。

サメも深いところにいるし、カメラも檻の下段を中心に撮っているので、潜るのに自信がある人は、潜って檻の下段や底に掴まって、静かに眺めることができるのでお勧めです（息が続く限りですが）。また、その方が酔わないです。

サメはとてもおとなしく美しいです。水も澄んでいますので、船酔いで台無しにしないように、酔い止めはぜひ飲んでいってください。
私は船酔いしない人ですが、いちおう飲んでいき、船酔いはありませんでした。

オプションのビデオと写真は75ドル/1グループ。

We participated with our 4-year-old child and as a couple. There were staff members who explained things in Japanese, so language was not a problem at all. The trainers were very friendly and answered our questions thoroughly. We wore life jackets, and since the pool is shallow enough for adults to stand, it's fine even if you can't swim. All participants were able to take plenty of photos, and we had a great time.

４才の子と夫婦２人で参加しました．スタッフには日本語で説明して下さる方もおり，言葉は特に問題はありません．トレーナーの方々もとてもきさくで，こちらの質問にもしっかり答えてくれました．胴衣を着ますし，大人は足もつくプールなので泳げなくても大丈夫です．参加者全員しっかり写真もとってくださったりして，楽しい時間を過ごすことができました．