Oahu
From a perfectly on time bus pick up to a great day on the water, this tour is definitely worth the money. Weather was a bit ordinary but crew did a fantastic job of making sure we all had fun and were looked after. Great hospitality, fantastic crew, awesome day!
Thank you very much for your help the other day; my family of four had a great time. Before participating in the tour, I thought we would just go to the North and ride horses, but thanks to Hiro's detailed explanations of sightseeing points, time management, and highlights, we learned many things we didn't know before. It turned out to be a very satisfying tour for all four of us. I definitely want to join other tours with Hiro's transportation and guidance as well.
Thank you for a truly enjoyable time.
先日は大変お世話になり、家族4人で楽しむ事が出来ました。ツアーに参加する前は、ただノースに行って馬に乗るだけなのかと思っていましたが、送迎して頂いたヒロさんの細かい観光ポイントの説明や、時間配分、見所等々、随所に配慮頂き今まで知らなかった事を知る事も出来、家族4人大変満足のいくツアーとなりました。是非また他のツアーもヒロさんの送迎&添乗で参加したいと思います。
本当に、楽しい時間をありがとうございました。
We had a great time and our ATV tour guide (Thomas) went well above and beyond. He was so knowledgeable of the history of the Ranch. It was clear that he loves his job and enjoys showing all the tourists why the Hawaiian islands are the only place to visit. Would highly recommend
During my first snorkeling experience, I almost had a mini panic at first. However, with the help of the staff, I was able to safely meet the dolphins. It was truly wonderful. There was also a baby dolphin, and it was so cute. I also got to see a honu (sea turtle). My daughter is saying that she definitely wants to participate again the next time we go to Hawaii.
初シュノーケルで海に入って最初はプチパニックになりそうでしたが。スタッフの方に手助けしていただき、無事にイルカに会うことができました。本当に素敵でした。赤ちゃんイルカもいて本当にかわいかった。ホヌにも会えました。娘は次回ハワイに行った時はまた絶対に参加したいと言っています。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are honored to have helped create wonderful memories. Please do come back with your family to visit Dolphin Middle School and University! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました! 良い思い出を作るお手伝いが出来、光栄です。 また是非、ご家族でイルカ中学・大学に遊びにいらしてくださいね! MAHALO!!
I gave a present to a family member. When I asked for their impressions, they said it was unfortunately rainy that day (not a downpour or a passing shower, but a light rain that kept falling continuously) and it was so cold that they were shivering the whole time. They mentioned that they could only see the turtles for a brief moment... I thought it would be nice if there were special courses or activities that could be enjoyed even on rainy days.
身内にプレゼントしました。
感想を聞いたところ、当日は生憎の雨模様で(スコールや通り雨ではなく、小雨がずーーーっと降ってました)寒すぎて、ずっと震えていたそうです。
亀も一瞬だけしか見えなかったそうな…
雨の日でも楽しめるような、特別コース等があると良いなあと思いました。
My two 11-year-old daughters had their first experience. Both of them enjoyed it without being scared, saying it was fun and beautiful! It was a very good experience. However, I did get seasick. Also, I didn't have the $30 for the photo fee, so I couldn't request any, which was disappointing. Fortunately, I did have enough for the tip, so that was good.
11歳の娘二人が、初体験しました。
二人とも、怖がることなく、楽しい!キレイ!
と、とても良い経験できました。
ただ、船は酔いました。
あと、写真代の30ドルを持ってなかったので、
頼めなくて、残念。かろうじて、チップ代は
あったので、良かった。
The arrangements were smooth as well. The pick-up and drop-off after arrival were also seamless, making it a great value and very convenient. I will definitely use this service again next time.
手配までもスムーズです。到着後もスムーズに送迎してもらえるので料金もお得で大変便利でした。次回もまた利用させて頂きます。
It was a wonderful tour. I wish it had been a little shallower, though. The hamburger was delicious too! The conductor was great as well. Thank you!
素晴らしいツアーでした。もう少し浅かったら良かったけど。ハンバーガーも美味しかったですよ~。コンダクターも良かったです。ありがとう。
We started early in the morning. The driver for our pickup couldn't speak any Japanese, but he did his best to communicate with gestures. The weather wasn't great for parasailing, as it was cloudy. However, once we took off, it felt amazing!!! It was the best! The other passengers were also having a great time.
110 meters is quite high, but I was able to enjoy the view and the height without feeling scared! The boat does rock quite a bit. If there are many participants, the wait time can be long, so if you're not good on boats, definitely take motion sickness medication. If you do get sick, just let them know, and they'll guide you to a spot with wind and give you a bucket, haha.
The photographer, who also seemed to be in charge of preparations, took photos for $30 per SD card. The quality was okay. Since we couldn't take pictures ourselves and the other passengers were feeling seasick, we decided to buy it. They did capture some nice smiling photos and a few scenic shots, so I felt it was worth it.
It's a good idea to give a tip of around $10. At the end, they ask everyone for tips, so you can give it at that moment. Haha.
早朝のスタートにしました。
送迎のドライバーさんは日本語全くできませんでしたがジェスチャーで頑張って伝えてくれます。
パラセイリングは天候に恵まれず曇り。しかし飛び立つと最高に気持ちがいい!!!!!
最高です!一緒に同乗した方々もとても楽しんでおられました。
110メートルはかなり高いですが恐怖感なく景色を見たり高さを楽しめました!
船はかなり揺れます。参加人数が多いと待ち時間も長くなるので船が苦手な方は必ず酔い止めが必要です。酔ったら自己申告すると風の当たるところに誘導されバケツを渡されますよwww
写真はカメラマンさん兼準備担当みたいなお兄さんがSDカード1枚30ドルで撮影してくれますが内容はまあまです。でもスマホ等では自分たちは撮影できないし同乗の方々が船酔いしていたので購入しましたがNICEな笑顔の写真や風景も少し撮ってくれるので私は買ってよかったなと思います。
チップは10ドル程度渡しましょう。最後にみなさんチップ下さい~と言われますのでそのタイミングで渡せば良いです。ww
At Dole, you only have about 30 minutes, so it's best to quickly finish shopping while eating ice cream and take care of restroom needs. If you take your time, you won't get anything done, so it's all about acting swiftly!
When we visited Turtle Beach, it was cloudy, so we couldn't see any turtles, but I've heard that you can usually see them if the weather is nice.
Horseback riding was incredibly fun. They give you a brief verbal explanation of how to ride, but even people in their 70s seemed to enjoy it, so I think it's something anyone can have fun with. Before you ride, they tell you the horse's name, which helps you feel attached, and calling its name or petting it gives a sense of communication.
If you just act normally, it's not dangerous, and the horses are quite gentle. Since you ride through the mountains, I recommend wearing long pants. I saw some young people in shorts, and they got bitten by mosquitoes in several places and had big welts. The ones in pants were unscathed.
At the North Shore, we had lunch (garlic shrimp) and about 45 minutes of free time. When I told the driver I wanted to eat garlic shrimp, he made a reservation, so I was able to buy it quickly. We got lunch boxes, ate outside, and then wrapped up our exploration.
After eating ice cream at Dole and garlic shrimp, there wasn't enough time for shave ice. Since there's a line for shave ice, if you want to eat it, you should either eat the garlic shrimp quickly or have someone stand in line while you eat to make the most of your time.
On the way back, the driver's stories sounded like a lullaby, and I fell into a deep sleep. We returned to Waikiki in about an hour. The horseback riding was with smart horses, so I was able to enjoy a leisurely ride while taking in the scenery, which was truly a great experience.
ドールは滞在時間30分なのでアイスを食べながら買い物を手早く済ませトイレを済ませる感じです。ゆっくりしてると何もできないのでさっさと行動あるのみです!
ウミガメビーチは私たちが行ったときは曇っていたのでウミガメは見れませんでしたが晴れていれば大体見れるそうです。
乗馬はもう最高に楽しいです。最初に乗り方を口頭で伝えられる程度ですが70代の方も楽しんでいらっしゃたので割と誰でも楽しめると思います。
乗る前に馬の名前を教えてくれるので愛着が湧きやすく名前を呼んだり触ったりすると何となく意思の疎通ができる気がします。
普通にしてれば危なくもないしおとなしいと思います。
山の中を乗馬するのでちゃんと長いズボンを履いた方がいいと思います。
若い子がショートパンツを履いていましたが何か所も蚊に刺されて大きく腫れていました。ズボンチームは無傷でした。
ノースショアはお昼ごはん(ガーリックシュリンプ)と45分程度の自由時間でした。
ガーリックシュリンプはドライバーさんに食べたい旨を伝えると予約しておいてくれささっと買えました。ランチボックスをもらい外で食べて散策といった感じで終了。
ドールでアイスを食べガーリックシュリンプを食べるとシェイブアイスは食べれない。。
シェイブアイスは並ぶので食べたい方はガーリックシュリンプはそこそこの早食いか一人並んでる間に食べるとかして時間を有効活用してくださいww
帰りはドライバーさんのお話が子守唄に聞こえ爆睡。1時間程度でワイキキに帰ってこられました。
乗馬は賢い馬なので景色を見ながらゆっくり乗馬できて本当に良い経験ができました。
This was our first time Ziplining but will not be our last! We wanted to have a great family vacation that we would talk about and laugh at for years to come and this was the perfect way to start our trip in Hawaii! The guides were funny, friendly and always kept safety first...I really appreciated that. My kids are daredevils so flying over trees, being held by a metal "rope" was no biggie for them. I am a much more conservative person so I needed a bit of encouragement - which I got and I am so glad that I threw up my chaka and had fun.
This is a MUST do if you are ever in the area. The views of the ocean are beyond amazing, flying over trees and smelling the sweet air is wonderful and just being in paradise does the soul good!
We did not even realize how much "work" we did climbing, ziplining and walking over the two hours. And it was two hours but we were having so much fun we did not realize... I guess that time does fly when you are having fun!
This is a must do and redo!
We were blessed with many dolphins! They swam around us in circles. I missed seeing the manta ray, but some people were able to see sea turtles.
We had a packed schedule with snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, canoeing, jumping off the boat, and even learning hula dancing! It was a fantastic time, and not only did we enjoy the ocean activities, but the staff were all truly wonderful, which made the experience even more enjoyable. The bus ride there with the energetic lessons really boosted our spirits and was the best.
I apologize for the delay in sharing my experience. I look forward to visiting again when I go to Honolulu!
たくさんんのイルカ達に恵まれました♪私たちの周りをくるくると泳いでくれたり♪
マンタに、私は見逃しましたがウミガメも見れた方もいたとか^^
シュノーケリングや、スタンドアップパドルにカヌー、船から飛び込んだり、フラダンスを教えてもらったりと、終始盛りだくさん!
海遊びを満喫させて頂けたのももちろん、スタッフの方が皆本当に素敵でそれもあって楽しさ倍増でした☆
行きのバスからのマシンガン授業も気分を高めて頂き最高でした。
最後に体験談の書き込みが遅くなり申し訳ありませんした。
また、ホノルルへ行く際にはお邪魔しますので、よろしくお願いいたします^^
ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University.
It must have been a joy for the dolphins to swim around you all, and I'm sure they enjoyed swimming with everyone!
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! まぁぁさま
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
イルカ先生がみなさまの周りをぐるぐると泳いでくれたなんて、イルカ先生も皆様と泳ぐことを楽しんでいたに違いないですね!
また、ハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス
I have traveled to Hawaii many times, but this time, due to my retirement and our 35th wedding anniversary, I signed up for a sunset dinner cruise through VELTRA for the first time and participated.
It might just be me, but when I boarded the ship, other participants were already having dinner, and when I was shown to my seat, there was no explanation at all. I had no idea what to do, and my dissatisfaction started piling up from the beginning of dinner. To make matters worse, the photos I purchased were not handed to me on the spot but were given to me when I was getting off, which wasted time checking the faces of the buyers against the photos, leaving me in a terrible mood.
As for the cruise itself, I had previously been on the Navatek, and since this one also operated near Diamond Head, I thought it was good.
何度もハワイ旅行に行っていますが、今回は退職、結婚35年ということもあって、初めてサンセットディナークルーズをVELTRAを通じて申し込み、参加しました。
私だけかもしれませんが、船舶に乗り込んだ時には、他の参加者はすでにディナーを取っており、席に案内された際に何の説明もなく、何をすればよいのか全然わからず、ディナー開始から不満が積もり、挙句の果てには購入した写真をその場で渡さず、降りる際に渡したため、購入者の顔と写真のチェックに無駄な時間だけがかかり、気分は最悪でした。
クルーズ自体は、以前ナバティック号に乗ったこともあり、今回もダイヤモンドヘッド近くまで運行したので良かったと思います。
I decided to go on a trip to Hawaii and thought, "I want to do something adventurous!" That's when I remembered Kualoa Ranch, which I had been curious about after seeing photos on social media. Kualoa Ranch is a theme park that offers activities in the mountains, valleys, and ocean, and its stunning landscapes, often chosen as filming locations for movies like "Jurassic Park," give it a sense of hidden paradise.
While horseback riding and ATV tours looked interesting, I decided to try ziplining this time.
**Schedule**
11:30 AM - Arrive at the visitor center and check in
12:30 PM - Gather → Drive to the zipline base
1:50 PM - Briefing and gear fitting
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM - Ziplining
4:00 PM - Depart Kualoa Ranch
5:00 PM - Arrive at the hotel
After arriving around 11:30 AM and checking in, we took a break until the gathering time. The visitor center has a cafeteria where you can enjoy light snacks and buffet dishes (like stir-fried meat) or buy souvenirs. They even sell vacuum-packed beef that seems to be from the ranch, which is relatively cheap for Hawaii's high prices. If you're planning a barbecue, I thought it would be a great buy.
During the drive from the visitor center to the zipline base, the driver explained the features of the ranch and which movies were filmed there (in English). Along the way, we saw people riding ATVs and horseback riding, but with ziplining, you can venture deeper into the valleys, making the journey itself a bit of an adventure.
I participated with my sister, and there were eight of us in the group, mostly in their 40s and 50s, along with three staff members. All explanations were in English, but there was also a Japanese explanation video available for viewing on an iPad.
The harness you wear has a substantial weight, and the path from the base to the zipline area is a bit of a mountain trail, which might be tough for those with weak legs. However, gliding through the magnificent scenery is simply exhilarating. Since there isn't much elevation difference between the starting and ending points of the zipline, you don't experience that nauseating feeling like you do on roller coasters or bungee jumps.
I was a bit anxious, wondering if just sliding down would be fun, but the staff encouraged us to try various poses and even take chances for fun.
They took photos of us with cameras set up along the way (this photo-taking became a challenge to see how funny of a pose we could strike at the right moment), and you can purchase them at the end (I think it was around $30). It was a surprisingly enjoyable time. Next time, I want to try an activity that overlooks Kualoa Ranch from the sea.
**Notes**
- It might be good to have insect repellent.
- You can get sunburned even in the mountains, so sunscreen is essential (especially on the back of your neck).
ハワイ旅行が決まって、「何かアドベンチャー感のあるアクティビティをやりたい!」
と思っていたところ、SNSで写真を見て気になっていたクアロア牧場を思い出しました。
クアロア牧場は山、谷、海のアクティビティを揃えたテーマパークで、映画「ジュラシックパーク」などのロケ地に選ばれるなど、秘境感のある景観が魅力です。
乗馬やバギーも面白そうだったのですが、今回はジップラインに挑戦することにしました。
【スケジュール】
11:30 ビジターセンター到着・チェックイン
12:30 集合→ジップライン・ベースに車で移動
13:50 説明・装備装着
14:00-15:30 ジップライン
16:00 クアロア牧場出発
17:00 ホテル着
11:30頃到着してチェックインした後は、集合時間まで休憩。
ビジターセンターにはカフェテリアがあって、軽食やビュッフェ料理(お肉をいためたものとか)をいただいたり、お土産を買ったりすることができます。牧場産と思しき真空パックの牛肉(塊)なんかも売っていて、物価の高いハワイにしては安い。バーベキューを予定しているなら、ぜひ買いたいなーと思いました。
ビジターセンターからジップライン・ベースまでの移動中は、ドライバーさんが牧場内の特徴やどんな映画のロケに使われたのか説明(英語)してくれます。途中、バギーや乗馬をしている人たちの姿も見えましたが、ジップラインの場合はさらに谷の奥の方まで入っていけるようで、移動自体もちょっとした冒険でした。
私は妹と二人で参加したのですが、40代・50代の方中心に8名のパーティーで行動。
そこに3名のスタッフがついてくれます。説明はすべて英語ですが、日本語による説明動画も用意されています(ipadで閲覧)。
身に着けるハーネスは重量感がありますし、ベースからジップラインの場所まではちょっとした山道になっていて、足腰が弱い人は辛いかもしれませんが、風を切って壮大な景色の中を滑り降りるのはただただ爽快。
ジップラインの起点と着地点でそれほど高低差がないので、ジェットコースターやバンジージャンプのように落ちるような気持ち悪い感覚はありません。
「ひたすら滑り降りるだけで面白いんだろうか…」と不安でしたが、さまざまなポーズに挑戦したり、運だめしに挑戦したりとスタッフの方々が盛り上げてくれます。
滑り降りる途中に設置されたカメラで写真を撮ってくれて(この撮影で、タイミングよく、いかに面白いポーズをとれるかがひとつのチャレンジでもある)、最期に購入することもできます。(たしか30ドルくらい)
想像以上に楽しいひと時でした。
今度は海からクアロア牧場を望むアクティビティに挑戦したいです。
【メモ】
・虫よけスプレーがあるとよいかも。
・山でも結構日に焼けるので、日焼け止め必須(特に首の後ろ)。
If you're lucky, you might encounter sea turtles, and on the day of our participation, two sea turtles were swimming around the boat. When we dove into the water, we were able to see them up close. The experience of diving with sea turtles became a wonderful memory. The captain was also kind, and we had a great time. However, even if the weather is good, the boat does sway when you head out to sea. A friend of mine got seasick, so I think it's essential for those considering this to prepare for seasickness. My friend mentioned that hunger and fatigue were also issues, so since the participation is early in the morning, make sure to have breakfast and get enough sleep beforehand.
運が良ければ海亀に会えるということでしたが、参加当日は二頭もの海亀が船の周りを泳いでいて、水中に潜った時もすぐ近くで見ることができました。
海亀と一緒に潜る経験は良い思い出になりました。
船長さんも親切で楽しく過ごせました。
ただ、天気が良くても沖に出ますのでどうしても船が揺れます。友達が船酔いでダウンしたので、検討中の方は船酔い対策は必須だと思います。
空腹と疲労が悪かったと友達が言っていたので、参加が早い時間ですので朝食と早めの睡眠はちゃんととっておきましょう。
The food and entertainment was fabulous.
The service was great.
Everyone was very accommodating too.
It was my first experience with a buggy. Before the experience, I watched a Japanese DVD and then drove on a test course. If there were no issues, we went straight to the main course. Driving the buggy through the great outdoors gave me an indescribably amazing feeling. Along the way, we stopped at a photo spot to take pictures. I want to ride the buggy again!
初めてバギー体験でした。体験前に日本語のDVDを見てからテストコースを走行。問題なければそのままコースへ。大自然の中をバギーで走って何とも言えない最高の気分を味わえます。途中で写真撮影スポットで写真を撮ります。もう一度バギー乗りたいです。
We traveled from the ranch to the zipline base camp by a dedicated bus. There are no windows, so it feels open, but you might get wet if it rains. Along the way, there are also guides about movie filming locations, making the journey enjoyable.
In the group we participated with, we were the only Japanese. The explanations were entirely in English, but they show a Japanese video for the zipline instructions, so you can rest assured.
When we participated, there was a heavy rain, but we went ahead anyway! It cleared up at times, but we had a valuable zipline experience in the downpour. During the transfers between points, we crossed suspension bridges, adding to the fun. I would love to participate again when the weather is nice.
There is a service that takes photos at each point. You receive the data, and the prices are:
1 photo for $15,
3 photos for $35,
all data for $60.
We only purchased 3 photos.
An email is sent right away, allowing you to reminisce about the experience.
What do you all think?
牧場から、専用バスで、ジップラインのベースキャンプ地まで、移動。窓がないので、開放的ですが、雨の時は、濡れちゃいます。途中、映画のロケ地の案内なんかもあり、道中も楽しいです。
参加したグループに、日本人は、私たちだけでした。
終始、英語の説明ですが、ジップラインの説明は、日本語の動画を見せてくれますので、ご安心を。
私たちが、参加したときは、豪雨でしたが、強行しました!途中晴れたりもしましたが、豪雨の中での、貴重なジップライン経験ができました。
ポイントとの移動時には、吊り橋なんかも通り、楽しみながら、参加してきました。晴れている時に、また参加してみたいです。
各ポイントで、写真撮ってくれるサービスがあります。
データで、もらいますが、
1枚 15ドル
3枚 35ドル
データすべて 60ドルです。
私たちは、3枚だけ購入しました。
すぐに、メールが送られてくるので、思い出でにひたれます。
みなさん、いかがでしょうか??
I'm glad I was able to go to Sandbar, but I hardly saw any fish while snorkeling. If you're thinking, "I'll just snorkel here, so I don't need to go anywhere else!" it's better to go somewhere else. The crew members were all friendly, and I had a great time.
サンドバーは実際行けてよかったですが、シュノーケルはほぼ魚みれず。シュノーケルここでやるから、他はいいや!って思ってる方は別でいったほうがよいです。船員さんはみな気さくで楽しめました。
It was exciting walking through a rain forest and also a good cardio workout. Our group had walking sticks so it was beneficial where it was a bit rocky or wet. Just take your time going up or back down and enjoy the scenery.
I participated in the Dolphin University on April 16th.
In a word, it was a dream-like experience.
We departed early in the morning before sunrise. We were greeted by the energetic Julie, and headed to the harbor on the west coast where the boat would depart. On the bus, Julie provided lively and enjoyable explanations, sharing stories about dolphins and important notes that got our adrenaline pumping even before we arrived.
We were told that there was a high probability of seeing dolphins, but since it was nature, I had some concerns.
However, shortly after the boat set off, we encountered a pod of dolphins. The staff worked together tirelessly to ensure we could see the dolphins.
Dozens of dolphins slowly passed right beneath us, and it was so moving that it is still etched in my memory.
After that, we moved to a point where we could see turtles. The visibility that day was excellent, and we could see all the way to the bottom, so we were able to spot the turtles quickly. We were able to see both a large turtle and a small turtle, which was truly satisfying.
After seeing the turtles, we had free time in the ocean. We enjoyed various activities like jumping off the boat, snorkeling, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding. After lunch, we all danced the hula together, bringing the tour to a close.
I am truly grateful to all the staff who kept us entertained until the end. If I have the opportunity to participate again, I hope to go see the dolphins with this same crew.
It was the best time. Thank you very much.
4月16日のイルカ大学に参加させていただきました。
一言で言えば、夢のような時間でした。
朝、日が昇らない時間から出発。
元気が良いジュリーさんに迎えられ、ボートが出発する西海岸の港へと向かいます。
バスの中ではジュリーさんの威勢のいい楽しい説明があり、イルカの話や注意事項など到着する前からアドレナリンを放出させられます。
ほとんどの確率でイルカには会えるとのことでしたが、自然相手なので多少の心配もありました。
しかし、ボートが出発してすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇。
スタッフの皆さんも一丸となって私たちにイルカを見せてくれようと必死になって頑張ってくました。
何十頭ものイルカが私たちの真下をゆっくりと通りすぎ、とても感動的で今でも目に焼き付いています。
その後、カメの見られるポイントへ移動。
その日は透明度も良く、底までしっかりと見えたので、カメもすぐに見つけられることできました。
大きいカメと小さいカメの二匹を見ることができ、本当に満足のいく内容でした。
カメを見た後は、そのまま海で自由時間。
ボートから飛び込んだり、シュノーケリング、カヤック、サップと各々海でのアクティビティーを楽しんだ私たちは、昼食後皆でフラを踊り、ツアーの幕が下りました。
最後まで楽しませてくれたスタッフの皆さんには本当に感謝しています。
また参加する機会があれば、同じこのクルーと一緒にイルカを見に行けたらいいなと思いました。
最高の時間でした。ありがとうございました。
ALOHA! PYKC,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. Although the encounter rate is high, it was a very lucky day to encounter a pod of wild dolphins right after departure! Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you!
MAHALO!
Dolphin Office
ALOHA ! PYKC さま
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
遭遇率は高いとはいえ、100%野生のイルカ先生たち、
出発してすぐにイルカ先生の群れに遭遇できたなんて、とってもラッキーな日でしたね♪
ぜひまたハワイへお越しの際はご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同こころよりお待ちしております!
MAHALO !
イルカオフィス
I always participate in this tour when I go to Hawaii!!
Even though it's a short half-day OP tour, it mainly features dolphin swimming, hula experiences, a burger lunch on the boat, and surprises, making it 120% satisfying!!!
I will definitely join again when I go to Hawaii!!!
ハワイに行くと必ずこのツアーに参加します!!
半日というショートなOPツアーながらドルフィンスイムをメインに
フラ体験や船上でのバーガーランチ&サプライズなどなど120%満足する内容です!!!
またハワイに行ったときは必ず参加します!!!!!
I experienced this in late April 2017. I love heights and am a big fan of zipline activities. I saw it on TV and immediately researched and made a reservation. During my stay in Honolulu, I didn't rent a car, so I opted for a plan that included transportation.
On the day of the activity, the pickup arrived about 10 minutes past the scheduled time. They came in a wrapped car that had "North Shore Kahana Farm" written on it, which made it easy to identify. There were two groups of Japanese people: my husband and I, and two young women, while the other eight participants plus the driver were all foreigners. On the way, the driver took us to a spot with a stunning view of the ocean. He even drove us into his home, where he mentioned he had a small role in the movie Jurassic Park (I might have misunderstood due to my limited English), and we got to enjoy his bragged-about scenic view.
I felt a bit guilty towards the kind driver because I was sleepy from the early morning, and I dozed off along the way, only to wake up when we arrived. We registered each participant on an iPad, stored our belongings, put on helmets and other gear, and then it was time to go.
I've experienced ziplining in Chichibu, Japan, but the height, distance, and scenery here are superior! There are courses where you zipline over quite a long distance, and the views were beautiful and very enjoyable. In Chichibu, there were no staff, and you had to manage the equipment yourself, but here, three staff members from the farm (one of whom spoke Japanese) accompanied us, helping with the equipment and the retrieval after the zipline, which made it very convenient.
They taught us various techniques, like letting go of the hands, flipping over, and curling up to gain speed, allowing us to enjoy diverse zipping experiences. I regretted forgetting my phone case that hangs around the neck, but I think it's better not to have a smartphone if you're going to flip over.
As a tip, for the second zipline and onwards, grab the red cord just before reaching the goal. It seems to help the staff with the retrieval. Also, if you don't reach a certain speed, you might stop before reaching the goal. In such cases, the staff will assist you manually (with their legs?), so there's no need to worry. After finishing, we had some waiting time in the car, and I was glad I brought Spam musubi from ABC Mart. Lastly, the staff takes photos during the zipping, which you can purchase. They cost $15 for one, $30 for two to three, and $45 for four or more (or all of them).
I hope everyone creates wonderful memories too!
2017.4月下旬に体験。高いところが大好きでジップラインアクティビティが大好物の私。テレビで見てすぐに調べて予約しました。ホノルル滞在中、レンタカーをとらなかったので送迎付きプランで申し込みました。
当日、指定時間の10分過ぎ頃にお迎えが来ました。ノースショアケアナファームとかなんとか書いてあるラッピングカーで来てくれるので分かりやすいです。私たち夫婦と若い女性2名の2組が日本人で、それ以外の8名+運転手さんは全員外国人の方でした。行きの車ではすごくきれいに海が見える場所にもつれていってくださいました。映画ジュラシックパークにちょっとのったという運転手さんの自宅(私のつたない英語力なので間違っているかも)にも車でひゅっと入ってくれて、ご自慢の絶景を私たちも拝ませてもらいました。
そんな親切な運転手さんには申し訳なかったのですが、朝早くて眠かったので途中からうとうとしていたらいつのまにか到着。iPadで参加者ごとに登録手続きを行い、荷物を預け、ヘルメットなど装備をつけてもらっていざ出陣。
日本では秩父のジップラインを経験したことがありますが、高さも距離も景色もこちらが格上です!かなり長い距離をジップラインで滑走するコースもありますが、景色もきれいでとても楽しかったです。秩父は係員はおらず自分で器具をかけて回るのですが、こちらはファームの方3人(うち1人は日本語が話せる方でした)が必ずついてくださって、器具をかけるのも滑走の回収もしてくださるので、とっても楽ちんでした。
手を離したり、ひっくり返ったり、ちぢこまってスピードが出るようにしたりといろいろ教えてもらって多様な滑走を楽しみました。当日、首からぶら下げるタイプの携帯ケースを忘れて後悔したのですが、ひっくり返ったりするならばスマホはない方が良いと思いました。
補足ですが、2本目以降のジップラインはゴール直前時、赤いひもをつかみましょう。係員さんが回収してくれるのに役立っているみたいです。あと、スピードがある程度でていないと、ゴールまでたどり着く前に止まることがあるみたいです。そんなときも、係員さんが人力(足力?)で助けてくれるので心配ご無用です。あと、終了後、車の中で出発前の待ち時間があったのですがABCマートのスパムむすびを持って行って正解でした。さいごに、係員さんが滑走時等の写真を撮ってくださるのですが、購入可能です。1枚15ドル、2〜3枚30ドル、4枚以上(全部も)45ドルでした。
みなさんも是非素敵な思い出にしてください!
We were a couple with a big group of family so we took up half of the catamaran anyways - it was a great experience, thorough and the guys were really caring for this of us who didn't feel well! Definitely recommend!!
The only participant in the tour was Japanese, and since everything from the explanation to the end was in English, they tried very hard to explain things, but I couldn't fully understand until the end.
ツアー参加者で日本人が我家のみで、説明から終了までが全て英語だった為に
一生懸命説明などをしてくれていたのですが、最後まで良く理解出来ずに終了してしまいました。
A friend recommended Sea Life Park, saying I could play with dolphins after visiting for a program recording. Before interacting directly with the dolphins, I watched the dolphin show, which really got me excited, and then I was able to play with the dolphins in the same pool where the show took place. I want to go again.
知り合いが番組収録で訪れ、イルカと遊べるから行ってみたら?と勧めてくれたシーライフパーク。
イルカと直接触れ合う前にイルカショーを観てテンションも上がりそしてショーを観た同じプールでイルカと遊べます。
また行きたいです。
Initially, I wasn't sure if the reservation would proceed due to bad weather, and I ended up waiting for over 30 minutes at the meeting point... After contacting the hotel, I found out it was canceled. I was able to rebook for the next day, and I was satisfied with the beautiful scenery and view as expected. It was a pity that there was no sunset.
はじめに予約した日が天候が悪く実施されるのかわからず、待ち合わせの時間から30分以上待ちぼうけ・・・ホテルから連絡してもらい、中止ということが分かった。
翌日に再予約してもらい、期待どうりの景色の良さ・眺めに満足です。海におちるのがなかったのが残念だった。
I experienced this during spring break. My son, who is in the third grade, my niece in her twenties, and I in my forties all took on the challenge together. It was everyone's first time riding a horse, and we were worried about whether we could actually ride, but we were able to smoothly get on the horse from the mounting block.
The instructions were in English, but they used gestures to teach us, so even with zero English skills, we managed just fine. We rode in a line through the grasslands and between the trees, not just on flat ground but also on rocky mountain paths, stopping along the way to enjoy the scenery for about an hour. It was a valuable experience that is hard to come by in Japan.
Although it's quite a distance from Waikiki, it took two hours by bus from Ala Moana Center, and it was worth the effort to get there.
春休みに体験しました。
小学3年生の息子、20代の姪、40代の私の3名で挑戦。ひとりで乗馬はみんな初めてで、馬に乗れるのか…と心配でしたが、台にのった状態から馬にまたがったのでスンナリ乗れました。
説明は英語でしたが、身ぶり手振りで教えてくれたので英語力ゼロでもどうにかなりました。
一列になって草原や木の間、平坦なところだけでなく歩きにくそうな山道を進み途中途中で景色を眺めるために止まりながら約1時間、貴重な体験ができました。日本ではなかなか体験できないのでよかったです。
ワイキキから距離がありますが、アラモアナセンターからバスで2時間、頑張って行った甲斐がありました。
There were no staff who understood Japanese, and I didn't know what to do with the sticker I received... Next time, I want to use a place where there are Japanese-speaking staff. Even though I took motion sickness medication, the waiting time while others were flying was long, and I ended up getting sick and throwing up in the sea, which made the rest of my day terrible.
日本語がわかるスタッフがおられず、もらったシールをどうしていいかもわからず…
次に行くときは日本語スタッフがいるところを利用したいです
酔い止めを飲んでいても他の方が飛んでいる間の待ち時間が長く、酔って海に吐いて、その後の1日が最悪でした
I really can't tell if they are actually extending it to 150 or 90. For those considering 150, I think 90 would be fine.
150も90も本当にそれだけのばしているのかわかりません
150を考えられているかたも、90でよいと思いますよ