Reviewed by: Bob R.
This was the best zip line experience I've ever done. Each line was a blast, the crew was fun to hang out with and they gave us drinks and food from the farm we flew over. The adventure of going from station to station was also fun. As the course went on they build your confidence to try new fun ways to fly. The views are spectacular of the North Shore. This experience is well worth the drive from Waikiki.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/28 |
Reviewed by: mayu
The meeting point is easy to find as they will come to pick you up in a bus marked "Dolphin University." During the bus ride, you won't be able to sleep because there are important explanations to listen to, so make sure to pay attention. However, the conversation is enjoyable, and before you know it, you’ll arrive at the port.
From there, you’ll board a blue boat and set off! On the boat, goggles, fins, and wetsuits for those who want them are distributed. I borrowed a wetsuit to protect against sunburn. While there is some shade on the boat, depending on where you sit, you might be in direct sunlight the whole time.
Once we set off, everyone sings songs and throws plumeria into the sea, asking to meet the dolphin guides. Thanks to this, on the day I participated, we were able to visit many spots with lots of dolphins. When we arrived at the dolphin spot, we jumped straight into the water. There was no time to waste; we just jumped in. Once in, we swam, swam, and swam. By the way, I can't swim at all. (I could only stay in place kicking with a boogie board.) Gradually, I drifted away from the group, unable to see the dolphins... I realized how foolish it was to think I could swim with dolphins when I couldn't swim at all. Just then, a staff member threw me a float and pulled me along. Thanks to that, I was able to meet the dolphin guides even without being able to swim.
After meeting many dolphins, we changed spots for a lesson on snorkeling and paddle surfing. I continued snorkeling and was lucky enough to observe a sea turtle for a long time. The fun time flew by. Finally, we had a light lunch on the boat. After all that activity, everything tasted delicious. If you can’t finish your meal, they provide a Ziploc bag for leftovers.
I slept soundly on the return bus. There was also a photo sale, but it was expensive, so I thought it would be better to save that money for my next participation instead of buying any photos.
Lastly, I want to thank the staff for a wonderful time. Next time, I’ll work hard to swim a bit better!
集合場所にはイルカ大学と書かれたバスでお迎えに来てくれるので、わかりやすいと思います。
行きのバスの中では寝かせてはくれません!重要な説明があるのでしっかり聞きましょう。
でもお話しが楽しいのであっという間にポートに到着してしまいます。
そこから青い船に乗って出発!船の上で、ゴーグルとフィンと希望者にウェットスーツが配られます。私は日焼け対策にもなるので借りました。船の上は日陰もありますが、座る位置によっては常に日に当たってるところもあります。
出発してから、みんなで歌を歌ってプルメリアを海に投げ、イルカ先生に会えるようお願いします。そのおかげか、参加した日にはたくさんのイルカ先生のいるスポットへ行くことができました。イルカスポットに着くと、すぐ海に飛び込みます。足から順々に水をかけて…なんてやってられません。飛び込みます。飛び込んだら、ひたすら泳ぐ泳ぐ泳ぐ。ちなみに、私まったく泳げません。(ビート版をもってバタ足してもその場で待機することしかできません。)だんだんみんなの輪から遠ざかる私。イルカを見る余裕もなく…ああ、泳げないのにいイルカと泳ごうなんてなんて浅はかだったんだろうと思っていたら、スタッフの方が浮輪を投げてくれて、引っ張ってくれました。おかげで私は泳げなくても、ちゃんとイルカ先生に会うことができました。
たくさんのイルカ先生と会えたあとは、スポットを変え、シュノーケルやパドルサーフィンをやる授業です。わたしはそのままシュノーケルをしながら、幸運にも会えたウミガメさんをずっと観察してました。楽しい時間はあっという間でした。最後に船の上で軽く昼食です。動いた後なので、なんでもおいしく感じます。食べきれない場合も持ち帰りのジップロックをくれました。
帰りのバスは爆睡でした。写真の販売もありましたが、高かったので、私はその分また次回の参加費用に充てたほうがいいなと思い購入はしませんでした。
最後になりましたが、スタッフの方々、楽しい時間をどうもありがとうございました。
次はもうちょい泳げるようがんばります。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/02 |
Reviewed by: みどり
I had a wish to meet dolphins when I went to Hawaii, and it came true. The meeting point was around 6 AM near Waikiki. At the gathering place, there were various people, including couples, friends, and those on company trips. After a while, a large bus came to pick us up. Inside the bus, we started with the instructor's self-introduction, followed by a variety of explanations about recommended points on Oahu, dolphin biology, and important notes for the day. Along the way, we also heard interesting stories about the origin of the existing railway in the Ko Olina area. What I felt most was that everyone from Dolphin University truly loves the ocean and cares for the creatures living in it. If you're going to have the same experience, I definitely recommend going with such people. On the day, I was able to see many dolphins. The dolphins swimming in a pod in the ocean were very mystical. There were also baby dolphins, and they were really cute. We even encountered sea turtles! I was amazed by the vibrancy and abundance of tropical fish. I was healed by the dolphins, moved by the sea turtles, and awed by the largest school of tropical fish I had ever seen. I was completely satisfied!! Thank you so much to the instructor, Juri, and all the staff.
ハワイに行ったら絶対にイルカに会いたいと言う希望を、叶えてくれました。集合はワイキキ周辺だと朝6時あたり。集合場所にはカップルや友達同士、社員旅行の方々など様々な方がいました。しばらくすると、大きなバスが迎えにきてくれました。バスの中では、インストラクターの方の自己紹介に始まり、オアフ島のおすすめポイントやイルカの生体、そして当日の注意事項など、バラエティ豊かな説明を聞きます。途中、コオリナ地区のホテルにもよるのですが、そこに現存している線路の由来の話なども聞けて、とても興味深かったです。何よりも感じたのがイルカ大学の方々は、本当にみんな海が好きで、そして海に住む生き物を大切にしているということ。同じ体験をするなら、そういう方々に連れてってもらう方が絶対におすすめです。当日は、沢山のイルカに会えました。海の中を群れで泳ぐイルカはとても神秘的でした。子供のイルカもいて、本当に可愛かったです。そして海ガメ様にも遭遇!熱帯魚の鮮やかさと多さにも驚かされました。イルカに癒され、海ガメに感動し、今まで見たことがないほどの熱帯魚の群れに圧巻されました。もう大満足!!インストラクターのじゅりさんはじめスタッフのみなさん、本当にありがとうございました。
Aloha!
Thank you for participating! It was a tour with Julie, the energetic representative of Dolphin University!
I take pride in our wonderful staff, including the guide, captain, and boat crew, who are all very unique and full of energy!
I believe you will enjoy a different atmosphere on your next visit, so please do re-enroll!
Mahalo!
Aloha!
この度はご参加頂きましてありがとうございました!イルカ大学の元気印ジュリのツアーだったんですね!
ガイドをはじめキャプテンやボートクルーなど、みんなとっても個性的で元気で素晴らしいスタッフばかりと自負しております!
次回お越しの際にはまた違った雰囲気のツアーをお楽しみ頂けると思いますので、是非また再入学して下さいね!
Mahalo!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/24 |
Reviewed by: はつかいがい
I participated with a friend at a height of 120m. The entire group was made up of foreigners (including families) who had great energy, and combined with the cheerful background music, the atmosphere was fun from departure to the end. Even though the waves may seem calm at first glance, the speed picks up significantly as we head offshore, so motion sickness medication is a must. We enjoyed about 8 minutes in pairs, but there is a wait time until it's your turn for parasailing. During the flight, there are sudden ups and downs that keep it exciting, and you might get dropped into the sea a couple of times. Japanese is only understood for the explanation of photo sales and shooting, but the staff is very attentive. There is storage space under the seats for your belongings, so you can bring them on board. Don't forget sunscreen and hydration! It was so much fun that I definitely want to participate again next time.
友人と高さ120mで参加しました。同グループは全員外国人(家族連れ含む)でノリが良く、陽気なBGMも相まって出港から終始楽しい雰囲気です。一見穏やかに見える波でも、ガンガン速度を上げて沖合に向かうので酔い止めは必須です。2人1組で8分ほど楽しむため、パラセイリングの順番が回ってくるまでは待ち時間があります。飛行中は急なアップダウンで楽しませてくれますし、海に2、3回落とされることもあります。日本語は写真販売・撮影の説明程度しか通じませんが、スタッフはよく気にかけてくれます。荷物は座席の下に収納箇所があるので、持ちこんで乗れます。日焼け止めはもちろん、水分補給はも忘れずに!とっても楽しかったので、次回もぜひ参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 高さ120メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Kevin M.
First of all crew was great! Our driver and diver Taylor went out of his way to be helpful .
The experience was average . Not much time on actual scooter. A lot of time sitting on boat then back at shop waiting to be driven back while the video and pictures we being pushed. Wouldn't do it again but not unhappy that I did it once.
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/28 |
Reviewed by: あいこ
When we departed, the weather was bad and very cold, but we were able to see sea turtles from the boat. By the time we arrived at the sandbar, the weather had improved, and we enjoyed beautiful scenery. Since the weather in Hawaii can change quickly, it's good to have a light jacket. Although it was a short tour, we had ample time for snorkeling and taking photos, and we were able to return to the hotel for lunch, making effective use of our time. The staff were very high-energy, which made it enjoyable.
出発のときは天気が悪くてとても寒かったですが、ウミガメを船の上から見れて、サンドバーに着く頃は天気も回復し、きれいな景色を堪能できました。ハワイは天気が変わりやすいので羽織ものがあるといいですね。短いツアーですがシュノーケリングの時間、写真撮影の時間をしっかり取ってもらえた上にランチタイムにはホテルに帰ってこられたので時間を有効活用できました。スタッフの方がとてもハイテンションで楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/07/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
There were two boats, one for Japanese speakers and one for English speakers. Since there were many Japanese participants, we boarded the English-speaking boat. The sea was very clear and beautiful. We could see swimming sea turtles from the boat, and we encountered a sea turtle while snorkeling and were able to swim together. It was much larger than I had imagined from the boat. The sandbar also had water at knee height, so we enjoyed it thoroughly. Unfortunately, there were many Korean tourists on the English-speaking boat who did not understand English, leading to several instances of poor etiquette, such as standing on the coral while snorkeling. If there are many Koreans on board, it might be better to provide the rules in Korean as well.
船2隻で日本語と英語の分かれ、参加日は日本人が多かったので、私たちは英語の船に乗り込みました。海はとてもクリアで綺麗でした。船からも泳ぐウミガメが見れましたが、シュノーケルのときにウミガメに遭遇し一緒に泳ぐことができました。船から見て想像していたよりもとても大きかったです。サンドバーも膝下位の水位だったので、堪能できました。残念なことは、韓国人の観光客も多く、英語の船に乗っていましたが、英語を理解できていなかったので、シュノーケルの際に珊瑚の上に立ったりとマナー違反が多数ありました。韓国人も多く乗船するのならば、韓国語でルール等を記載したほうが良いのでは?
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/01/26 |
Reviewed by: さとう
It was my first time snorkeling, and the experience in the beautiful sea left a strong impression on me. I was lucky enough to see about 30 dolphins, 2 sea turtles, and many small fish. I recommend it for those who can swim reasonably well! For those who aren't very good at swimming, you might not be able to get too close to the dolphins, but since you wear a life jacket and can inform them that you're not a strong swimmer, I think it's doable.
On the day of the trip, I woke up around 5 AM! It was early and I was sleepy, but since it was a special occasion, I went to see the less crowded sea before heading to the meeting point. If I didn't have plans, I wouldn't have woken up this early, so it was a good opportunity.
■ Good points
On the bus to the sea, they explained in Japanese about where we were going, how to swim, precautions, and the ecology of dolphins in an easy-to-understand way. They also provided explanations in Japanese on the boat, which was reassuring. The crew members were friendly and cheerful. After swimming, they prepared drinks, snacks, and cheeseburgers for us.
■ Disappointing points
There was no hula experience or ukulele live performance, which I would have liked to try. The drinks after swimming had a taste unique to foreign countries and weren't very good, so plain water would have been better.
While you can't touch the dolphins or turtles, you can see the pod of dolphins and hear their calls. Overall, it was a very enjoyable and memorable snorkeling experience.
初めてのシュノーケルでしたが綺麗な海での体験はとても印象に残っています。
運が良かったようでイルカ30匹、ウミガメ2匹、小魚、たくさん見れました。
人並みに泳げる人にはおすすめ!
泳ぎがあんまり得意ではない人はあんまりイルカには近づけないかもしれないですけど、
救命具をつけているし泳ぎが得意でないことを申告すれば先頭にしてくれるので出来ると思います。
当日は5時ごろに起きました!朝が早く眠かったですが、せっかくなので人気の少ない海を見てから集合場所へ。用事がなければここまで早く起きなかったのでいい機会でした。
■良かったところ
海につくまでのバスの中、日本語でこれから行くところ、泳ぎ方、注意点、イルカの生態などをわかりやすく教えてもらえます
船の中でも日本語で説明してくれて安心
船の乗務員さんもノリが良く優しい
泳ぎ終わった後に飲み物、スナック、チーズバーガーを用意してくれる
■残念だったところ
フラ体験とウクレレのライブ演奏がなかったのでやってみたかった
泳ぎ終わった後の飲み物が外国特有の味であまりおいしくないので普通の水がいい
イルカやカメに触ることはできませんが、イルカの群れを見たり、鳴き声を聞いたり
総合的にはとても楽しく思い出に残るシュノーケルになりました。
Thank you for participating in the tour. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it! I apologize for the issues with the hula experience and the ukulele live performance. It seems there was a malfunction with the sound equipment that day, and you were unable to experience it. The tea we provide after boarding the ship is Japanese tea, and I will strive to improve its flavor. We look forward to your next visit and hope you will join us again. MAHALO!!
この度はツアーへのご参加ありがとうございました。ツアーを楽しんでいただけたようで、良かったです!フラ体験やウクレレのライブ演奏の件申し訳ございません。その日は音響機械の故障があったようで、体験して頂くことができなかったようです。船に上がっていただいたあとにご提供させていただいているお茶は日本のお茶なのですが、味の改善を努めたいと思います。またお越しの際にはご参加を是非お待ちいたしております。MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/06 |
Reviewed by: m.T
At first, I was worried about whether I would get to see dolphins, but I was really moved to see them up close! The guides were kind, and especially the lady was full of energy! Some people might say she was too energetic, but since it was such a great opportunity, I think I enjoyed it more with a guide who could get us excited like that.
It was early in the morning, and we were constantly swimming, which felt quite athletic, but I had a lot of fun! According to the guide, the university offers other plans besides dolphin snorkeling, but the middle school program only has the dolphin snorkeling plan, so you have to keep swimming continuously, which makes it tougher.
Instead of jumping into a pod of dolphins, we were interacting with wild dolphins, so we stopped the boat far away and swam against the waves to get to the dolphins. If they swam away, we would swim back towards the pod, and it was a cycle of that. Those who may not have much stamina might feel a bit anxious, but you can rest on the boat, and they also provided kickboards, so I definitely recommend trying it out.
They also recommend renting wetsuits, which help prevent sunburn, and more importantly, the water in Hawaii is colder than you might expect, so I suggest borrowing one. The price is $10, which I think is reasonable.
The university's boat is a bit larger and seems to have a restroom, but the middle school's boat is smaller, and everyone gets packed in. There is no restroom on that boat. I signed up for the university program, but due to a boat malfunction, I ended up using the middle school boat. The boat sways quite a bit, so if you're anxious, I recommend bringing motion sickness medication.
Since it was an early morning trip, I had plenty of time to play after the tour! I definitely want to do this again when I come to Hawaii.
最初はイルカに会えるか心配でしたが、間近で見ることができてすごく感動しました!!
ガイドのみなさんも親切で、特にお姉さんが元気ハツラツ!
元気すぎてつらい、とおっしゃる方もいるようですが、せっかくの機会なのであれくらい盛り上げてくれるガイドさんのほうが私は楽しめるなぁなんて思います。
朝早かったし、常に泳ぎ続けて割と体育会系でしたが、とにかく楽しめました!
ガイドさんのお話だと大学はイルカシュノーケル以外にもプランが組まれているけど、中学ではイルカシュノーケルのみのプランなのでひたすら泳ぎ続けなければいけないからよりきついよ、と言っていました。
イルカの群れがいて、その中に飛び込むというより、野生のイルカを相手にしているので遠くに船を止めて、そこから波ににあらがってひたすらイルカの側まで泳ぐ、イルカが離れていけばまた群れに向かって泳ぐ、の繰り返しでした。
体力のない方は少し不安かもしれませんが、船で休むこともできますし、ビート板の貸し出しをしていましたので是非やっていただきたいです。
また、ウェットスーツの貸し出しを推奨していますが日焼け防止にもなりますし、なにより思ったよりもハワイの海は冷たいので借りることをお勧めします。
お値段も10ドルなので許容範囲かな、と思うのですが。。。。。。
またイルカ大学の船は少し大きめでお手洗いもついているようですが、イルカ中学の船は小さめでみんなでぎゅうぎゅうになって乗船します。
お手洗いはついていません。
私は大学で申し込んだのですが、船の故障?により中学の船を使用することになりました。
船はかなり揺れますので、不安な方は酔い止めの持参をお勧めします。
朝早くの便だったのでツアー後もたっぷり遊べました!
私もハワイに来た際には是非またやりたいなと思います
Thank you for participating this time. Also, thank you for accommodating the sudden changes. When you come next time, I hope you will experience the spacious boat of Dolphin University. Mahalo!
この度はご参加頂きましてありがとうございます。またこの度は急な変更にご対応頂きましてありがとうございました。次回お越しの際にはイルカ大学の広々とした船を是非ご体験頂きたいと思います。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Leah
The water was warm. Good tips from the driver, but I wasn't really made to feel very welcome, the staff seemed disinterested. 30 minutes went very fast, quite expensive for what it was.
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| Packages: | Wakeboarding Package [30 mins] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/27 |
Reviewed by: さなめ
I wanted to spend some relaxing time on the North Shore, so I joined this tour with a longer stay. The other two families besides us were planning to go horseback riding.
During the trip, they provided us with information on how to enjoy the North Shore and details about the shops, which was very helpful since we joined without any plans.
ノースショアでゆっくり過ごしたくて、
滞在時間の長いこちらのツアーに参加しました。
私たち以外の2組のご家族は、
乗馬体験を予定されている方々でした。
フリーで過ごす私たちに、道中
ノースショアでの過ごし方や
お店の細かい情報も教えてくださって、
ノープランで参加していましたので
とても助かりました。
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| Packages: | ハレイワたっぷり観光プラン(2023年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Connie F
My group consisted of a party of 6 prepaid guests. 4 riders and 2 observers. I was surprised and disappointed when one of the female staff convinced us that one of our observers should not attempt to get into the boat and in fact went out of her way to tell her she should not go. She went back to the car to wait for us and we were all extremely disappointed when we saw that you could step right in and out of the boat. The parasailing experience was fine. Upon our return the driver of the boat announced that we were going to stop and attempt to help another boater who had gotten stuck during low tide. Definitely a nice gesture on his part but when he had all of the males from our boat climb onto the other boat and stand on the high edge for ballast I felt he went a little too far!! Especially considering one was a 14 year old boy...nothing like opening yourself up to a lawsuit if someone had been hurt!! After 3 failed attempts to dislodge the other boat we were finally returned to the dock. I am all for being a good samaratin but in the future I suggest Hawaiian Parasail return their paying customers to the dock and go back on their own time to rescue boaters.
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| Packages: | Super Flight - 1000ft Line (10 min) with Transportation |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Jan Weiss
Historically speaking - it was great
Emotionally, however, the feeling of disappointment that the Arizona Memorial was not opened and still under construction was overwhelming. And, the price for the One Day Passport was not reduced for this inconvenience.
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| Packages: | Passport to Pearl Harbor |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/25 |
Reviewed by: しょうこ
This time, I participated with a friend.
We were picked up near the hotel and traveled by bus for about an hour from the center of Waikiki to the harbor. During the bus ride, the guide provided explanations about the climate of the Hawaiian islands, recommended spots, and the ecology of dolphins, making the time fly by.
After boarding the boat, we arrived at a spot where we could see dolphins in about 30 minutes. When we dove from the boat and put our faces in the water, we saw a pod of nearly 30 dolphins. Since it was a time when the dolphins were resting, they moved slowly, allowing us to get close and swim with them. According to the guide, it was quite lucky to see so many dolphins at once.
After that, we moved to a spot where we could see sea turtles and tropical fish and enjoyed snorkeling. We were also freely allowed to use paddleboards and kayaks.
Although it was a half-day tour, I had a rich experience and was very satisfied.
今回は友人と2名で参加いたしました。
ホテル周辺まで迎えに来ていただき、
バスでワイキキ中心部から船着場まで1時間ほど移動しました。
バスに乗っている間は、ガイドの方から
ハワイの島の気候やおすすめスポット、イルカの生態などについて
ご説明があったのであっという間でした。
船に乗り込み30分ほどでイルカに会えるスポットに到着。
船からダイブし、水面に顔をつけると30頭近くのイルカの群れが。
イルカが眠っている時間帯ということもあり、動きもゆっくりで
間近まで近寄って一緒に泳ぐことができました。
ガイドさんのお話では、一度にこれだけ多くのイルカを見れることができるのは、
かなりラッキーなケースとのことでした。
その後は、ウミガメと熱帯魚が見れるスポットに移動し
シュノーケリングを楽しみました。
パドルボードやカヤックも自由に貸していただきました。
半日のツアーでしたが、濃い時間を過ごすことができて大満足でした。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. 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。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/19 |
Reviewed by: mana_tkn
It was an incredibly satisfying experience!! Please be sure to enjoy the beautiful West Coast sea, dolphins, and the fun time with sea turtles.
The staff (class representative) who took care of us from pick-up to drop-off was very energetic and friendly. On the bus ride there, we learned basic knowledge about Oahu, precautions for diving into the sea, and even about the house of a local celebrity, which made the travel time fly by with enjoyable lectures.
When we arrived at the port, we boarded a boat with a cheerful and handsome staff member waiting for us, and off we went! During the homeroom, everyone on the boat sang a prayer song together. We cruised towards the first lesson with Dolphin Teacher. When we spotted the dolphins, we were beyond excited! Seeing wild dolphins up close and swimming right above them was an indescribable experience☆☆ We moved around to various spots on the boat and swam with them twice.
After that, we had the second lesson with Sea Turtle Professor. We moved to a snorkeling spot and enjoyed the beautiful, clear sea filled with many fish! We even encountered Sea Turtle Professor twice at a distance where we almost bumped into each other! (Just a reminder, touching is not allowed!)
We didn't have time for the third lesson, which included kayaking, but it was a thoroughly satisfying class.
Above all, the love the staff had for Dolphin Teacher and their passion for the sea was amazing, and I’m really glad I enrolled in this school. Although I signed up for the tour on my own, it was also nice to see my husband having such a great time. He seemed to enjoy it so much that he wanted the T-shirt the staff was wearing, so we later visited the staff room (Dolphin University office).
Lastly... as mentioned in the items to bring, the boat can sway quite a bit, so if you're even a little worried, definitely take motion sickness medication!
大満足な体験でした!!綺麗な西海岸の海とイルカ、海カメとの楽しい時間をぜひ体験してください。
お迎えからお見送りまで担当してくれたスタッフ(学級委員)はとても元気いっぱいでフレンドリーな方でした。
行きのバスではオアフ島の基本的な知識、海にもぐる際の注意点、途中にある小錦さんの家を教えてもらったりと、楽しい講義であっという間の移動時間。
港についたら、陽気でイケメンなスタッフが待っている船に乗り、出向!
ホームルームでは船上の皆でお祈りの歌を大合唱。1時間目のイルカ先生の授業目指して、クルージング。
イルカ先生を見つけた時は大興奮!野生のイルカを間近で見れて、真上を泳げたときは言葉にできないくらいの感動でした☆☆船でスポットをいろいろ移動しながら、2回も一緒に泳げました。
その後は、海カメ大教授の2時間目。シュノーケリングスポットに移動して、たくさんの魚たちとともに、透明度の高い綺麗な海を満喫!海カメ大教授もぶつかってしまう距離で2回も遭遇できました!(触るのはNGなので要注意です!)
時間がなくて、カヤックなどの3時間目の体育はできませんでしたが、大満足の授業でした。
なにより、スタッフの皆さんのイルカ先生への愛や海への情熱がすごくて、この学校に入学できて本当によかったです。
また私が勝手に申し込んだツアーでしたが、一緒にいった主人がとても楽しそうにしていたのも嬉しかったです。相当楽しかったようで、スタッフが来ていたTシャツが欲しいということで、後日職員室(イルカ大学の事務所)にも伺いました。
最後に…持ち物にも書いてありましたが、船がかなり揺れるので、ちょっとでも心配な方は酔い止めは絶対飲みましょう!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University this time. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. 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。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
Great and terribly convenient to get picked up on time, oriented to the experience and put your head under the water to see lots of fish...our driver Kevin was informative, on time and was great conversation for our family group of 8. Would go back any day any time...
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/23 |
Reviewed by: maron08
I participated this time with the desire to meet dolphins! On the shuttle bus, I enjoyed learning about dolphins and Hawaii, and then we set off to meet our dolphin teachers! The participants were of various ages, from small children to elderly people. The staff were all cheerful and attentive to each participant, providing wonderful support for those who couldn't swim.
We quickly arrived at the spot and headed into the ocean! It was my first time snorkeling, but before entering the water, they taught us very clearly how to swim, and since I was wearing a life jacket, I felt safe swimming.
The dolphins I had longed to see came very close in groups, and I was able to see them multiple times!! It was the season for births, so we even got to see baby dolphins. They were much smaller and incredibly cute compared to the adult dolphins!
After swimming with the dolphins to my heart's content, we headed to another spot to meet beautiful fish and Professor Turtle. There, I was able to meet Professor Turtle right away!! Professor Turtle was really very close!! I was so excited!! (laughs)
However, no matter how close you get, touching Professor Turtle is a no-go. Some participants did touch him, but I think it would cause a lot of stress, so please refrain from touching them, even if they are close. They are wild animals.
After encountering many sea creatures, those who wished could participate in marine sports, and those who still wanted to snorkel did so, and I think everyone had a great time. We could do a lot of marine sports like SUP and kayaking!
It was so much fun that I ended up playing without thinking about my stamina. I was definitely tired, but I think I enjoyed it so much that I forgot about that! There were also hamburgers, snacks, drinks, and fruits, which was perfect since I was hungry after all the activity.
Before arriving at the port, the staff and participants danced the hula, making it a very enjoyable and fulfilling activity!! Everyone was really into it, dancing the hula and having fun. (At first, I thought it would be embarrassing, but it was actually a lot of fun!)
Lastly, I recommend that anyone who gets seasick take motion sickness medication beforehand. One of my companions didn't take any and seemed to struggle a bit. (laughs)
I definitely want to participate again!! Thank you very much.
イルカに会いたい!との思いで今回参加させていただきました。迎えのバスの時に、イルカやハワイについて楽しく学び、まずはイルカ先生に出会うために出発です!
参加者の年代は幅広く、小さなお子さんからご年配の方までいらっしゃいました。スタッフの方々はみなさん明るく、参加者一人ひとりにもしっかり気遣っていて、泳げない方にも楽しめるような対応が素晴らしかったです。
すぐにポイントにつき、海へ!
初めてのシュノーケリングでしたが、海へ入る前にとてもわかりやすい泳ぎ方を教えてもらい、またライフジャケットも着ていたので、安心して泳げました。
念願のイルカ先生も群れでとても近くに来てくれて、何度も見ることができました!!時期的に、出産の時期らしく赤ちゃんイルカも見ることができました。大人のイルカよりも、小さくとても可愛かったです!
そして思う存分イルカ先生と泳いだあとは、綺麗な魚たちとカメ教授に会うため、また別のポイントへ。
そこでも、早速カメ教授に出会うことができました!!カメ教授は本当にとてもちかい!!興奮しました!!笑
そしてどんなに近くても、カメ教授に触ることはNGです。しかし参加者の方の中には、触っている方もいましたが、、、大分ストレスになると思いますし、どんなに近くにいても触ることはやめてあげてください。野生の生き物なので。
たくさんの海の生き物達と出会った後は、希望者はマリンスポーツをしたり、まだシュノーケリングをしたい人はしていたりと、皆さんそれぞれでとても楽しんでいたと思います。マリンスポーツはSUP、カヤックなど沢山できました!
楽しすぎて、ついつい自分の体力のことも考えずに遊びました。さすがに疲れましたが笑 でもそんなことを忘れてしまうくらい、とても楽しんだと思います!
またハンバーガーやお菓子、飲み物、果物もあり、いっぱい動いてお腹も空いていたのでちょうど良かったです。
港に着く前はスタッフ、参加者でフラを踊り、とても楽しい、充実したアクティビティでした!!
もう皆さん、ノリノリでフラやダンスを踊っていました。笑(最初は恥ずかしいと思っていたのですが、実際はノリノリで楽しかったです)
最後に。船酔いをする方は必ず酔い止めを飲んでおいた方がいいことをオススメします。同行者は飲んでおらず、少しキツそうでした。笑
またぜひ参加したいです!!ありがとうございました。
Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin University this time. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. 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。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/17 |
Reviewed by: MeSoHappy
I liked the interior of the boat and the dining room was very elegant. Our photographer took our picture and we started the cruise off with a drink. They have excellent virgin lava flows and coffee! The boat was swaying to the nice jazzy tunes of the singer. I enjoyed the variety of songs and the musician was a talented ukulele and guitar player. Our waiter was attentive and they placed lightly sweetened iced tea and water in carafes at the table. Sodas and juices are complimentary but you have to order them from the waiter. I liked the salad, teriyaki chicken, cut fruit, and the coconut cake. They have an observation deck that is fantastic so be sure to bring your camera. Overall the cruise is a good value for the price and I recommend going especially on Friday nights to see the fireworks!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/28 |
Reviewed by: kako
Since I was traveling alone, I participated with safety in mind. The timing was also very organized, so I could join without any worries. Along the way, I learned various interesting facts and even got to see turtles, which made me very satisfied! Haleiwa was amazing. If I had to say something negative, it would be that there wasn't enough time. Next time, I want to go to Kailua.
一人旅だったので、安全を考えて参加させていただきました。
時間もきちんとしていて、不安なく参加できました。道中、いろんな豆知識もきけたし、亀にも会えて大満足!
ハレイワ最高でした
難を言えば、時間が足りなかったかなぁ。
次回はカイルアに行きたいです
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| Packages: | ハレイワたっぷり観光プラン(2023年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/24 |
Reviewed by: アロハ
I checked the low tide times in advance and made a reservation. The weather was bad, but the water was really at about ankle height. I was able to see sea turtles up close, and I could go snorkeling as well. The staff were all nice people, and it was a lot of fun.
事前に干潮時間を調べて予約しました。
天気は悪かったけど、本当に海がくるぶしぐらいのとこになっていました。
ウミガメも間直で見られたし、シュノーケリングもできたし、スタッフはみんな良い人で楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/06 |
Reviewed by: Cinthia
It was amazing definitely a must see show the culture was amazing and great to see
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| Packages: | Paradise Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/24 |
Reviewed by: しーちゃん
In the town of North Shore, I didn't have much time for sightseeing, but I was able to enjoy delicious garlic shrimp and Matsumoto Shave Ice, recommended by our guide. As a beginner in horseback riding, I had some anxiety, but it was fun to appreciate the beautiful seaside scenery from the unique perspective of being on a horse's back. The horse seemed to be hungry and didn't always listen to me, which made it a bit challenging, but aside from nibbling on grass, it walked along the course without me needing to pull on the reins, making horseback riding surprisingly easy. I was disappointed that I couldn't see any sea turtles from the beach, but since I had some extra time, our guide took us to a popular coffee stand where I enjoyed a tasting, which made me feel like I got a little bonus.
ノースショアの町では観光というほど時間はありませんでしたが、ガイドさんおすすめの美味しいガーリックシュリンプとマツモトシェイブアイスを食べることが出来ました。乗馬は初心者なので、不安はありましたが、海辺のきれいな景色をお馬さんの背中という普段とは違った視点から堪能できて楽しかったです。馬がおなかを空かせていたようで、言うことをなかなか聞いてくれずに苦戦しましたが、草をつまみ食いしているとき以外は、手綱を切らずともコースを外れずに歩いてくれて、意外と簡単に乗馬が出来ました。ビーチからウミガメが見れなかったのが残念でしたが、時間に余裕があったため、ガイドさんが人気のコーヒーの直売所に連れて行って下さり、試飲を楽しめたため、少し得をした気分になれました。
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| Packages: | 海辺乗馬付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/18 |
Reviewed by: Bill
Down loading pictures a nightmare everything else was great
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| Packages: | Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure with Pick-up from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/20 |
Reviewed by: bradb
The shuttle driver was an expert at driving on tricky roads. It was great having water and a walking stick provided. And of course the scenery and waterfall were breathtaking.
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| Packages: | Manoa Valley Hike |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/02 |
Reviewed by: Jeannette
Loved the submarine your. Crew was organized and moved the large crowd well into the submarine. Beautiful fish and turtles were awesome to see!
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| Packages: | Premium Submarine Tour & Luau Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/04 |
Reviewed by: 太田 由佳
The guide's talk and service were great, and I was very satisfied with the abundant content. The freshly made hamburger and the warm hot chocolate were both delicious and a nice treat for my chilled body. But above all, swimming with the turtles was the best!
ガイドさんのトークもサービスも良かったし、盛りだくさんの内容で大満足でした。焼きたてのハンバーガーも、冷えた身体に嬉しい温かいホットチョコレートも、美味しかったです。でもなんといってもカメと泳げた事がサイコーでした。
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/03 |
Reviewed by: Teeteern
Kualoa Ranch is very beautiful, the people that work there are very nice, I was scared at first to go on the zipline but after doing the first one, it was amazing... I would definitely do it again
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Zipline + One Hour ATV Raptor Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/01 |
Reviewed by: ゆーき
The sandbar is a place where a white beach appears due to the ebb and flow of the tide, so it's important to check the low and high tides in advance. On the day I participated, I chose a perfect day after checking beforehand, and the water was only up to my ankles, making it very beautiful. According to a friend who had been there before, the water was up to their waist, and they couldn't see the typical white beach at all. Therefore, it's crucial to research the timing in advance. The tour itself was enjoyable, as there was a guide who spoke Japanese and shared various stories.
サンドバーは潮の満ち引きにより白浜が出現する場所なので、事前に干潮満潮を調べる事が重要です。
私が参加した日は、事前に調べておいてばっちりな日を選んだので、足首の辺りまで海水があるくらいでとてもキレイでした。以前に行った事がある友人の話を聞くと、腰の辺りまで海水があり、よく見るような白浜は全然見れなかったようです。なので、時期を事前に調べる事が重要だとおまいました。
ツアー自体は、日本語が話せるガイドさんもいて色んなはなしもしてくれたのでとても楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/04 |
Reviewed by: GMS
I participated with friends.
There were 9 people in our group, making it a compact experience.
Because of that, I was able to dive three times,
and I swam with a pod of dolphins!
It was truly an emotional experience!!
I hesitated because I couldn't swim,
but I was kindly supported, so I was able to enjoy it to the fullest!
I also encountered several sea turtles!
They were so cute♡
It was an extremely satisfying tour! I want to go again!
友達と参加しました。
参加した回は9人でコンパクトな回でした。
その分3回も潜らせていただき、
イルカの群れと一緒に泳ぎました!
本当に感動体験でした!!
泳げなくて躊躇していたけど
優しくサポートしていただけたので存分に楽しめました!
海亀も何匹か会えました!
顔がとっても可愛かったです♡
大大大満足のツアーでした!また行きたいです!
Thank you for participating this time. It was quite lucky to have a small group tour, as they are rare. I hope you enjoyed the homey atmosphere. Please do join us again when you come back to Hawaii. We look forward to seeing you! Mahalo!
この度はご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。少人数のツアーというのは、あまりないのでとてもラッキーでしたね。アットホームな雰囲気をお楽しみ頂けたのではないかと思います。またハワイへお越しのさいには是非ご参加ください。お待ちしております。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(~2016/09/30) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/06/05 |
Reviewed by: とみぃ
We participated in the 10:30 pickup with two people. We boarded the yacht with 4 to 5 groups of two, waiting our turn while wearing life jackets. Since we were the last in line, we felt a bit nauseous from the yacht's rocking while waiting, but once we took off, it was exhilarating and we felt better immediately. I think those who are prone to motion sickness should take some medication. Surprisingly, it felt so light that it was not scary at all. We even had the chance to look down at a turtle that approached the yacht. We had requested photos for an additional $30, which we received when we got off the yacht.
10:30ピックアップの回に2名で参加しました。
ヨットに2名×4~5組で乗り込み、救命胴衣をつけつつ順番を待ちました。
私たちは順番が最後だったので、待っている間にヨットの揺れで少し気分が悪くなりましたが、
飛んだら爽快で、すくに治りました。弱い方は酔い止めを飲まれたほうが良いと思います。
予想外にふわっと浮くのでまったく怖くありませんでした。たまたま、ヨットに近づいてきたカメを上から眺めることもできました。
+30$だかで写真をお願いしていましたので、ヨットを降りるときにいただきました。
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| Packages: | 高さ110メートル スタンダードライド!<2015/11/30まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/06/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/09/21 |
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Thank you for attentively receiving the information during the bus ride! I believe that with everyone's cooperation, a safe tour is possible. We sincerely look forward to your next visit. Mahalo
バスの中でのご案内、しっかり受け止めていただきありがとうございます!
皆様のご協力があって安全なツアーが可能だと思っております。
またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております。
Mahalo