Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I rode a submarine for the first time. At first, I wasn't very enthusiastic about it, but once I got on, I surprisingly felt like a kid again, even as an adult. There were six of us participating, and just like others mentioned, none of us experienced seasickness, allowing us to enjoy the underwater world. I didn't expect that such a large submarine would have fish coming so close to us, so it was a very valuable experience. However, since we went straight to this optional activity after arriving in Hawaii, everyone ended up falling asleep towards the end. Next time, I want to participate with more leisure.
初めて潜水艦に乗りました。始めはあまり乗り気ではなかったのですが、乗ってみると意外と大人でも子供に戻るものなんですね。6人で参加したのですが、皆さんが書かれていたような船酔いも誰一人もなく海の世界を見ることができました。あんなに大きな潜水艦なのに、直ぐ近くまで魚達が寄ってくるとは思っていませんでしたので、とても貴重な体験でした。しかし今回はハワイに着いた足でそのまま、今回のオプショナルに参加したせいか、みんな最後の方には、寝てしまっていました。次回はもっと余裕を持って参加したいものです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: UnderwaterAdventurer
It is unfortunate that sharks have gotten the label of being mindless eating machines that attack anything that twitches in the water. I was able to experience first hand just how wrong this stereotype actually is.
The moment we arrived, sharks began to make there way to us. The regulars, the Sandbar Sharks, are attracted to the sound of the boat engine and quickly swam up to say hi!, but then an unexpected visitor decided to drop by. My jaw literally dropped when I saw a HUGE tiger shark circling the boat. Then another came by...then ANOTHER! We were lucky since Tiger Sharks are fairly rare.
As the first four made there way into the shark cage, the remaining four, including me, waited on board and watched the sharks from the surface. These creatures just circled the cage and boat and at times a Tiger Shark would pop his head out of the water to munch on some fish. This shark could have easily bitten the crew member, but all he (she?) did was nibble and go.
If anything, it
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with my mother. I chose this experience because I wanted to show her the beauty of the ocean in Hawaii, even though she is not good at swimming. I was worried about the boat ride from the shore to the submarine since I am not good with boats, but I was able to move to the deck twice along the way, so I didn't get seasick. The submarine itself was stable and reassuring.
However, I was a bit disappointed that there were fewer fish than I expected. But it was worth it because my mother was happy.
母と二人で参加しました。泳ぐのが苦手な母にハワイの海の綺麗さを見せたくて選びました。私は船が苦手なので沖から潜水艦までの船の移動が心配でしたが、途中で二回の船上へ移動することが出来たので酔ったりしませんでした。潜水艦自体も揺れが無く安心でした。
ただ、思ったより魚が少なくって残念でした。でも母が喜んでくれたので行って良かったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/05/09 |
Reviewed by: Garry & Tracey
Wow, wow and wow!!!! This was a truely amazing experience. To be that close to sharks in the water, to look them in the eye and feel their distain...... what a feeling. For anyone thinking of doing this trip, I seriously recommend doing the 7am dive, especially if you're going while the Tradewinds are still blowing. It was a little rough when we were out there and it would have been much worse later in the day. Also, if you've never snorkelled before, buy yourself a mask and practice for a couple of days beforehand, its not at easy as it looks. You'll get much more out of it if you know what you're doing with your mask and snorkel.
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| Posted on: | 2007/04/29 |
Reviewed by: 祐太
This time, we experienced the dolphin program at Sea Life Park, allowing the children to appreciate the cuteness and intelligence of dolphins. I was moved that what I had always wanted to experience through dramas featuring dolphins could be done as a family. I believe we were able to teach the children the importance of caring for animals through this experience.
今回シーライフパークのドルフィンプログラムを体験して子供たちにイルカの可愛らしさ、賢さを体験させる事が出来ました。昔からイルカの出るドラマなどを通して一度触れてみたと思っていた事が家族で体験できた事に感動しています。子供たちにもこの経験を通して動物達を大切にするという事を教える事が出来たと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/04/01 |
Reviewed by: yasutomiho
It was a package for two people with children (Alan 1 Special! Dolphin Discovery & Play with Cute Rays). Everything was interesting. I might be repeating what others have said, but you need to be open-minded to swim with the rays. The water was a bit dirty, though. However, swimming and interacting with the rays is something you can only do here in the future. (laughs) The space was a bit cramped, but a handsome American staff member who spoke no Japanese was very accommodating. The dolphins left a lasting impression. I think the kids really enjoyed it. The sea lion feeding was also fun for the kids. We couldn't feed the sea turtles; once you get in, if you don't act properly, it can be confusing. The 10% OFF coupon for the restaurant and the waterproof cash case were not given to us, so if you go, it might be better to ask for them yourself. The meals were reasonably priced and had an American feel to them. Additionally, the sea lion and dolphin shows were entertaining. I think you can enjoy them even without participating in the programs. I felt the prices were a bit high. The staff in the park seemed to be divided between really nice people and some who were not so pleasant. However, that was overshadowed by the vacation and the atmosphere of Hawaii. This time, I booked eight types of OP tours with Alan over all seven days. It cost quite a bit, but I made wonderful memories. Last year, I didn't know about Alan and booked local tours through free papers, but I encountered some dangerous scams and misleading tours. Alan's OP tours were perfect with no complaints. If there was a problem, it would be with the tour operator. I received great support from Mr. Uchida at Alan's Hawaii branch for small troubles. When my child had a high fever, they were very caring and responded quickly and politely regarding changes to the tour date and system troubles. Thank you very much. I think Alan's system and services are well done. Once you get used to it, there might not be a better OP tour company. I wish I had known about it sooner. I look forward to a long relationship moving forward. Additionally, if there were operators in Japan, I would be 200% satisfied!!! (laughs)
2人の子供をつれての(アラン1スペシャル!ドルフィン・ディスカバリー&かわいいエイと遊ぶパッケージ )でした。内容はどれも面白かったです。他の方と同じ書き込みになってしまいますが、エイと泳ぐには開き直りが必要です。水が少し汚いかな。しかしエイと泳いだり触れることなど、この先ここでしかありませんから。(笑い)スペースは狭いですかね、しかし、日本語の全く通じない、ハンサムなアメリカ人のお兄さんが良い感じに対応してくれました。イルカは、思い出に残りました。子供達が本当に楽しかったんではないでしょうか。アシカの餌付けは子供達も楽しんでいました。海がめの餌付けはで来ませんでした、中に入ってからが、うまく行動しないと戸惑ってしまうと思います。レストラン10%OFFクーポンや防水キャッシュケースなどは、申告制なのかもらえなかったですね、行かれる方は、自分から言ったほうがいいかもしれません。食事は、そんなに高くなくアメリカンな感じで楽しめると思います。他に、アシカやイルカのショーは面白いです。プログラムに参加しなくても楽しめると思います。プライスは、少し高いかなと感じました。園内のスタッフがいい人と、余りにも感じの悪い人と分かれた感じを受け取りました。しかしバケーションやハワイと言う風土にそんなことは打ち消されてしまいましたが。今回、7日間全ての日にアランでOPツアーを8種類申し込みました。お金も本当に掛かりましたが、楽しい思い出が出来ました。昨年はアランを知らずに、フリーペーパーなどで現地ツアーで申し込みましたが、かなり危険なボッタクリやハッタリツアーにも出会い騙されてしまいました。アランのOPツアーは何の不満も無く完璧でした。ただ、問題があるとすれば、やはりツアー主催催行会社の問題ですかね、小さいトラブルもアランハワイ支社の内田様には大変お世話になりました。子供が、高熱を出して、ツアー日の変更や、システムトラブルなどでも、本当に親身になって迅速、丁寧な対応して頂きました。本当に有難うございました。アランのシステムやサービスは良く出来ていると思います。使い慣れれば、これ以上のOPツアー会社は、ないのではないでしょうか。自分ももっと早くから知りたかったです。これからも長い付き合いで宜しくお願いします。追加ですが、日本にも、オペレーターがいられれば200%満足ですね!!!!!(笑い)
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| Posted on: | 2007/03/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Even elementary school students who found just Waikiki Beach and shopping insufficient were satisfied to go to the bottom of the sea in a real submarine. It's conveniently located for boarding, and it was great to participate as it also healed our tired bodies.
ワイキキビーチやショッピングだけでは物足りない小学生も、本物の潜水艦で海の底に行けたのには満足げでした。便利な場所から乗船できるし、疲れた身体も癒されて、参加して良かったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/03/29 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ満喫
This was my first experience on a submarine, and the tour is designed in such a way that even those who can't scuba dive or snorkel can fully appreciate the beauty and mystery of the underwater world. It starts off slowly and gradually, but right after submerging, the view of the shimmering water surface from below is stunningly beautiful. At times, it feels so mystical that you might even question whether you're underwater or in the sky, with colorful fish that seem to be flying.
There are also areas where boats and planes serve as artificial reefs, and you can see a particularly wide variety of fish there. While I didn't see any sharks, I was able to spot sea turtles quite well. The guide's Japanese was entertaining, and the pamphlet provided for following along with the live commentary was clear and well-made.
One thing to note is that the shuttle ride to board the submarine can make you feel seasick, so if you're worried about that, it's a good idea to bring motion sickness medication. Also, the air conditioning inside the submarine is very effective (especially at your feet), so I recommend using the restroom before boarding and wearing pants instead of shorts.
潜水艦は初めてでしたが、スキューバやシュノーケルが出来ない人でも海の中の美しさや神秘さまでもが充分に伝わるツアーになっていますよ。段階的にゆっくりと始まるのですが、沈んだ直後に海中から見える水面がきらきらと美しく、途中ここは海なのか空なのか錯覚するくらいに神秘的で、色とりどりの魚たちがまるで空を飛んでいるようにも感じる時が何度もありました。
船や飛行機が人工のサンゴ礁の変わりになっているところもあり、そこでは特にたくさんの種類の魚たちが見ることが出来ます。サメは見られませんでしたが海亀もしっかりと見ることが出来ました。ガイドの方の日本語がおもしろおかしく、ライブ中継を聞きながら確認できるように配られたパンプレットもわかりやすくよく出来ていました。注意点としては、潜水艦に乗り込むまでのシャトルで船酔いしそうになるので心配な方は酔い止めを用意したほうがいいことと、潜水艦内の冷房が大変よく利いている(特に足元)ので、潜水艦乗船前のシャトルではトイレは済ませ短パンではなくズボンを履いていったほうがいいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/03/26 |
Reviewed by: satosalty
Date of participation: March 19, 2007 (Monday). We participated as a couple. Gunstock Ranch is about an hour and a half by car from Waikiki, located beyond the Polynesian Cultural Center. The area is lush and green, quite different from the rocky terrain of the Big Island, making it suitable for horseback riding. We gathered at 8:30 in the morning. It was just the two of us participating. After the rain, the greenery and rainbow were beautiful. We signed some documents, learned the basics of horseback riding, and mounted our horses. We proceeded with three horses into the greenery. Along the way, the female guide asked, "RUN?" and when I answered "YES," we started to gallop. The horse I rode was well-trained and very responsive. Since it was a horse that wanted to run, I hardly had to kick it at all. We mostly galloped except for the climbs and descents to the hill and some slippery red dirt areas. The trees on both sides formed an arch, and we moved through it at a comfortable speed. The guide picked guava fruit for us, which was sour and delicious. When we reached the top of the hill, we had a 360-degree view. We could see the ocean as well. The wind felt nice, and the view was amazing. The hour flew by. It was a lot of fun.
P.S. To Alan1: Please create a farm stay tour at this ranch.
参加日: 2007/03/19(月) 夫婦2人で参加しました。
ガンストック牧場はワイキキから車で約1時間半、ポリネシアカルチュアルセンターの先にあります。緑が一面に広がっていて、ハワイ島のゴツゴツした地面とは違い、乗馬に適していました。朝、8時半に集合。参加は私たち夫婦2人のみ。雨上がりで緑と虹がとてもきれいです。書類にサインをし、乗馬の基本を教えてもらい騎乗。緑の中へ3頭で進んでいきます。途中、女性のガイドさんから「RUN?」と言われたので「YES」と答えると駆け足開始。乗った馬は良く調教されていてとてもよく言うことを聞きます。走りたがりの馬だったのでほとんど蹴らずにすみました。丘までの上り下りや、赤土むき出しで滑りやすい場所以外はほとんど駆け足です。両側の木がアーチになっていて、その下を心地よいスピードで進みます。ガイドさんがグァバの実を採ってくれます。すっぱくておいしい。丘のてっぺんに上ると、そこからは360度の視界が開けます。海も見えます。風も気持ちよく最高の眺めです。あっという間の1時間でした。とても楽しかったです。
追伸:Alan1ちゃんへ この牧場のファームスティツアーをぜひ作ってください。
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| Posted on: | 2007/03/25 |
Reviewed by: momomo
I think it can be enjoyed by anyone, regardless of age. It's safe, and the explanations and guidance are provided in a thorough manner, so I think it's better to have a Japanese guide. The interior of the ship was not as cramped as I had imagined, and I didn't feel concerned about my neighbors. I was able to see rays swimming gracefully and many turtles in the relaxed sea. As a note, since there are steep stairs to go up and down, it's advisable for women to wear pants. If you are prone to seasickness, it's definitely better to take motion sickness medication.
年齢問わず誰にでも楽しめると思います。安全ですし。説明や案内も丁寧にしてくれくるので日本語ガイドの時がいいと思います。艦内は思っていたよりも狭くなく、隣が気になるような事はありませんでした。エイが優雅に泳いでいたり亀が沢山いたりゆったりとした海の中を見る事ができました。注意事項としては急な階段を上り下りなので女性はズボン着用が望ましいです。船酔いする方は酔い止めは必ず飲まれたほうがいいですよ。
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| Posted on: | 2007/03/17 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with my 8-year-old and 10-year-old daughters and my husband. Since it was their first experience, my daughters said they were scared at first. However, my 10-year-old had a lot of fun once it started. My 8-year-old had a tense expression until the end and said, "I don't want to do this anymore!" As for me, I had done this about 15 years ago, and back then, when riding with two people, the person in the back had to spread their legs wide, which was very embarrassing for me. This time, since we rode like on a two-person swing, I didn't have to spread my legs and was able to enjoy a conversation while looking at my children's faces. Because it was a two-person ride, those who participated alone were riding with strangers. There was a white boy and a Japanese girl riding together, but they were silent. I think it would be fine for those who are okay with that...
8歳、10歳の娘と私、夫で参加しました。
娘達は初めての経験だったので最初怖いと言ってました。
10歳の娘は始まったらとても楽しんでました。
8歳の娘は最後まで顔が強張っていて「もうしない!」と言ってました。
私はというと、15年ぐらい前にやった事があり
その時は2人で乗る場合、後ろの人は大股を広げなければならず
後ろになった私はとても恥ずかしかったのですが
今回は2人乗りのブランコのように乗るので大股を広げる事もなく
子供の顔を見ながら会話を楽しむ事ができました。
2人乗りなだけに1人で参加した人は知らない人と一緒に乗ってました。
白人の男の子と日本人の女の子が乗ってましたが無言でした。
平気な人であれば良いと思いますが・・・
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| Posted on: | 2007/02/25 |
Reviewed by: かず吉
I participated with my wife and our 1-year-old little one. Honestly, it was great. You don't often get to touch dolphins, right? Anyway, it's an irresistible tour for dolphin lovers! It's totally fine even if you have small children! There are life jackets available, and a dedicated interpreter is nearby to explain the trainer's instructions, so it's very reassuring. It will definitely be a great experience for small children! The next time we go to Hawaii, we will definitely go again.
1歳のチビちゃんと妻と3人で参加しました。正直、良かったです。イルカに触れる事など無いですからネー。とにかく、イルカ好きにはたまらないツアーですよ!!小さい子供がいても全然問題なし!ライフジャケットもあるし、専属の通訳の方もそばにいてくれて、トレーナーの指示を教えてくれるので安心です。小さい子供には絶対にいい経験になりますよ!次にまたハワイへ行ったら必ずまた行きます。
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| Posted on: | 2007/02/24 |
Reviewed by: かよこ
I tried surfing for the first time, and amazingly, I was able to stand up on my first attempt! We practiced very easily on land at first, but the staff who spoke Japanese explained everything clearly, so I understood well. I participated in a private lesson, and the instructor read the good waves and gave me encouragement, allowing me to ride waves that I wouldn't have been able to manage on my own! The rainbow over the waves is a must-see☆ There are quite a few rocks hidden under the waves, so be careful of injuries. Also, my feet got scraped by the board and it hurt. I highly recommend private lessons!
初めてサーフィンをしましたが、なんと1発目で立つ事ができました!!始めに陸上でほんとうに簡単に練習をしただけでしたが、日本語を話せるスタッフがきちんと説明をしてくれたので、よく理解もできました。プライベートレッスンに参加したのですが、インストラクターが良い波を読んでくれて掛け声をかけてくれたので、1人では乗れないような波にも乗ることができました!波の裏側にかかる虹は必見です☆結構波の下に岩が隠れているので、怪我には要注意です。あと、足もボードで擦れて痛かったです。レッスンはプライベートがオススメです!
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| Posted on: | 2007/02/23 |
Reviewed by: わこ
I participated with my 3-year-old child on February 10th. As expected, I got seasick on the boat to the submarine, which was quite tough. The travel time was about 10 minutes, but including the transfer time for other groups, we had about 15 to 20 minutes of docking time near the submarine, and I felt nauseous during that time as well. There are only two toilets on that boat, so I recommend using the restroom at the hotel before boarding. (Also, entering that toilet made me feel even more nauseous due to the cramped, sealed space.)
I was expecting to see colorful corals and fish inside the submarine, but perhaps because it was deep underwater or due to the lack of light, everything appeared to be a bluish color. This was unexpected and quite disappointing. At the five points we visited, there were many fish at the last point, but the others were rather lackluster. It was different from what I had imagined, and I felt sad and got more seasick than I expected, making it a tough tour. However, I think riding the submarine was a good experience, but once is enough.
2/10に3歳の子供と参加しました。
やはり、潜水艦までの船で酔ってしまい、かなりツラかったです。
移動時間は10分位ですが、他のグループの乗り換え時間などを含めると、潜水艦の近くでの停泊時間が15分~20分近くあり、その間も気持ち悪くなってしまいました。
トイレがその船に2個しかないので、ホテルで済ませるのをお勧めします。
(また、そのトイレに入ると、密閉された狭い空間の為、さらに酔ってしまいました。)
潜水艦の中は、色とりどりのサンゴや、魚を期待したのですが、深く潜ってる為?光が届かないせいか?魚もサンゴもすべて、青っぽい色にしか見えませんでした。
コレが予想外で、かなり悲しかったです。
魚も5つのポイントでは、最後のポイントはたくさん魚がいましたが、他はいまいちな感じでした。
ちょっと、思っていたものとは違い、悲しかったし、予想以上に酔ってしまい、ツライツアーでした。
でも、潜水艦に乗れたのは、良い経験だったと思いますが、1回乗れば十分。という感じでした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/02/15 |
Reviewed by: KZ
I can't believe we could get so close to the dolphins and even touch them! My 5-year-old daughter was so excited.
イルカとあんなに接近できて触れることもできるなんて!
5歳の娘がおおはしゃぎでした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/02/15 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We experienced parasailing for the first time as a family of four, despite some rain and wind. The standard course was about 150 meters, which was sufficient for beginners. Although the rain made it difficult to see the scenery clearly, we were generally satisfied. However, my wife and our two children (16 and 19 years old) were excited at first but seemed to get nauseous from the rain and wind, and they felt quite unwell. They even slept for a while after we returned to the hotel. Those who are sensitive to boats might need to be cautious.
The person who picked us up didn't seem very friendly, but the young lady at the local reception was pleasant.
少し雨風があるなか、家族4人で初のパラセイルを体験。
スタンダードコースの約150Mでしたが初心者には充分でした。
雨が多少降っていましたので、景観はいまいちよく見えませんでしたが、まあ満足。
ただ、妻・子供2人(16歳と19歳)ともはじめははしゃいでいましたが、雨風に酔ったらしく、かなり気分が悪くなったようです。
ホテルに戻ってからもしばらく寝ていました。
船に弱い人、宵止めが必要かも・・。
送迎の人は、特に迎えに来た人はあまり感じのよくない人でしたが、現地の受付のお嬢さんは感じよかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/20 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It seems that many people get seasick on the boat to the submarine. I had taken motion sickness medication in advance, so I had a great time, but many others looked pale and unwell. I had thought there would be lots of fish in the sea, but there were only many around the old shipwreck reef. I was really glad to see various fish and turtles!
潜水艦に行くまでの船で、船酔いされる方が多いようです。
私は、事前に酔い止めを服用していたのですごくたのしかったですが、
船酔いされてる方が多く、みんな真っ青な顔をしてました(^_^;)
海の中はお魚がいーっぱいいるのだと思っていたら
古い船を沈めた漁礁にしかたくさんは居ませんでした。
いろいろな魚やカメが見れて本当によかったです(*^_^*)
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/16 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was really looking forward to the experience of swimming with dolphins, as it's not something you get to do often. After all, we came all the way from Hokkaido... January in Hawaii was colder than I had imagined, but the dolphins were so cute, and I was truly moved by how many interactions we had with them. This really felt like a quintessential Hawaiian activity, and my whole family was impressed. Even after returning home, the most exciting memories are of kissing the dolphins and swimming with them. I definitely want to go again. It became a wonderful memory.
なかなかイルカと泳ぐ経験なんてできないので、とにかく楽しみにしていました。なにしろ、わがやは北海道からの参加なもので・・・イメージしていたより、1月のハワイは寒かったけど、イルカちゃんたち本当にかわいくて、こんなに沢山ふれあえて、もう感動です。これぞ!ハワイのアクティビティーって感じで、家族一同感動でした。家に帰ってきてからも、やっぱり盛り上がるのは、イルカにKissしたり、一緒に泳いだりするシーン。ぜひまた行きたいものです。とっても、いい思い出になりました
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Since we were with children, we had a very rare experience, and the kids were thrilled. However, the access to the submarine was via a small boat, and I ended up getting seasick during that time. I think it would have been kind to have some explanation about that. We were also very excited to see the sea turtles and dolphins. Thank you very much.
子供連れだったので、とても珍しい体験ができて子供も大喜びでした。ただ、潜水艦までのアクセスが小型船だったので、そこまでの間に船酔いをしてしまいました。
そのあたりも、説明にあれば親切だったように思います。
ウミガメやイルカにもあえて大興奮でした。ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I had always wanted to play with dolphins, so I joined this tour. Since I was there, I decided to go for a package that included various activities like playing with rays and feeding turtles and seals, which turned out to be a great choice. Even though my child was a bit scared, it seemed like they had a lot of fun, and it became a wonderful memory. In particular, the staff with the rays were very good with children; when my child didn't want to snorkel, they took care of them while I was snorkeling. However, I was surprised to see the rays come up from the surface like that. And the feeling of the rays' fins... you can't experience that anywhere else!
ずっとイルカと遊びたくて、このツアーに参加しました。せっかくだからと、エイと遊んだり、亀やあざらしに餌をあげたりといろんなアクティビティもセットにしたパッケージにして正解でした。子どもも怖がりながらも、どれもとっても楽しかったようでいい思い出になりました。特に、エイのスタッフの方がとても子ども慣れしているようで、シュノーケリングを子どもが嫌がったので、私がシュノーケリングをしている時に、子どもの面倒をみていてくれました。でも、エイがあんな水面から上がってくるには驚きでした。そして、エイのひれの感触・・・他では体験できないでしょう!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I decided to participate after seeing comments about the submarine and really wanted to experience it. I have a scuba diving license, but my wife and children can't dive, so I wanted to show them the underwater world of Hawaii.
I joined the 9 AM tour. While waiting at the meeting point near our hotel, a trolley bus with a blue ocean pattern arrived, and they provided guidance in Japanese.
We arrived at the Hilton Hotel by bus. We then went to a nearby pier and boarded the boat there. I was worried because there were comments about the boat rocking, but the sea was calm that day. However, they did explain about the motion sickness bags, so it might rock at times.
The boat was comfortable, and after about 10 minutes, we learned about the submarine. Along the way, we were able to see whales, which thrilled the kids.
Finally, we boarded the submarine. I wanted to sit at the front to see the cockpit, so I lined up. There were entrances at the front and back of the submarine, and we descended via a ladder. By chance, I was able to sit at the front.
As soon as we boarded, we saw a school of fish. The windows were large, and the seats were spacious and comfortable. As we began to dive, we saw even more types of fish, and passing through several reefs, we also spotted turtles and sharks. My wife and children were overjoyed, and I was excited watching it all.
The day before, we had visited the aquarium and snorkeled at Hanauma Bay, so we were thrilled to recognize the fish we had seen there.
I lost track of time because I was so excited, but it felt like about 50 minutes flew by.
On the way back, they dropped us off at designated places like the Ala Moana Shopping Center and our hotel.
Overall, it was an incredible experience.
潜水艦のコメントを見てぜひ乗りたいと思って参加しました。私はスキューバのライセンスを持っているのですが、妻と子供たちはもぐることができないので、ハワイの海の中を見せたいと思いました。
朝9時のツアーに参加しました。宿泊ホテル近くの集合場所で待っていると、青い海の模様をしたトロリーバスが来て日本語で案内してくれました。
バスでヒルトンホテルに到着。すぐ近くの桟橋に行き、そこで船に乗船しました。船が揺れるとのコメントがあったので心配しましたが、この日は穏やかでした。ただ、エチケット袋の説明があったので揺れることもあるのかもしれません。
船も快適で、10分程度で潜水艦についてのですが、途中、鯨も見ることができ、子供は感激していました。
いよいよ潜水艦に乗り込みましたが、前のほうに座ってコックピットも見たいと思ってならんでいました。潜水艦の前後に出入り口があり、はしごで降りていくのですが、前後に振り分けられてたまたま前のほうに座ることができました。
乗るとすぐに魚の群れが見られました。窓も大きく、席もゆったりしていて快適でした。もぐり始めるとさらに、魚の種類が増え、いくつかの漁礁を通ると、かめやさめなども見ることができました。妻と子供は大喜び。私も興奮してみていました。
前日に水族館やハナウマ湾のシュノーケリングをして、魚たちを見ていたので、この魚は水族館にいたとかハナウマ湾で見たとか大盛り上がりでした。
興奮していて時間がわかりませんが50分程度の時間があっという間でした。
帰りは、アラモアナショッピングセンターや宿泊ホテルなど指定場所まで送ってくれました。
とにかく感激でした。
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/06 |
Reviewed by: めるも
I've been to aquariums and dolphin shows many times, but it was my first experience touching a dolphin. I was surprised at how cute the dolphins were. I got to swim while holding onto a dolphin and had my feet pushed by one. Also, the guide who came to pick us up had such a strong character that it made me laugh a lot. I used the city bus on the way back due to the schedule of other optional tours, but when I mentioned that upon arrival, they kindly provided me with information. The restaurant inside the park was very American, and I never imagined that a chili bowl would be rice balls topped with chili beans. It was surprisingly delicious.
水族館やイルカショーは何回も見てますが、イルカそのものに触れたのははじめての体験です。イルカ可愛くってビックリしました。イルカにつかまって泳いだり、イルカに足を押してもらったり。それと迎えに来てくれたガイドさんのキャラが濃くって大笑いしました。他のオプショナルツアーとの兼ね合いで帰りは市バスを利用しましたが、その件も到着時に伝えたら丁寧に教えて頂けました。園の中のレストランはいかにもアメリカンで、チリ・ボール=おにぎりにチリ・ビーンズをかけたものだとは想像できませんでした。意外に美味しかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The bus driver on the way there hardly spoke any Japanese. He provided a tour in English while driving, but my son (9 years old) found it completely incomprehensible and arrived feeling a bit down. However, the program content was outstanding! We participated in the Dolphin Adventure, and despite the unfortunate rain, we had a great time thanks to the dolphins and the dedicated staff. I did notice some disorganization with the staff at the reception and during the explanations. It seemed like they were panicking at the start of the on-season. Nevertheless, my son said it was the number one experience of this trip. I also had a great experience. I never knew what dolphins felt like until now, at over 40 years old... The dolphin show is also highly recommended. It really feels like America! Just remember not to forget your raincoat if you sit in the front row!
行きのバスが、ほとんど日本語の出来ないドライバーでした。英語で観光案内をしながらドライブしてくれたけど、息子(9歳)には、チンプンカンプンでやや、ヘコンだ気分で到着。しかし、プログラムの内容は、バツグン!ドルフィンアドベンチャーに参加したのですが、あいにくの雨にもかかわらず、イルカとスタッフの一生懸命に助けられ楽しい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。ただ、受付や説明をするスタッフの段取りの悪さが気になりました。オン・シーズンの始まりでパニクッテいたみたいです。でも、息子は、今回の旅でNO.1だって言ってました。私も良い体験になりました。イルカがあんな感触なんて…、40歳を越えてはじめて知ったもんで…。イルカのショーもお勧めです。アメリカ!ってカンジ。ただ、前の席に座る時は、カッパをお忘れ無く!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/01/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my second time parasailing, and this time I participated with my wife and our two children, making it a group of four. Since we could ride tandem, the kids were able to join safely, which I really appreciated. If we had gone solo, it wouldn't have been possible with small children. At first, the kids were a bit nervous, but as we ascended and they got used to it, they were able to take in the surrounding scenery. Experiences like this are rare, so the kids were really excited. I'm truly glad we participated.
パラセールは2度目で、今回は、子ども2人と家内の4人で参加しました。タンデムで乗れるので子どもも安心して乗ることができ、本当によかったと思います。シングルでは、小さな子どもがいる場合には、参加できませんからね。子どもたちは、初めのうちは緊張していたのですが、上昇し、なれてくると周りの景色を見る余裕もできてきました。このような経験はほとんどできないので子どもたちは、興奮していました。本当に参加してよかったと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/01 |
Reviewed by: えみ
It was also featured in the Camp Camp Ebi-chan Hawaii book, but personally, I found it a bit disappointing. It's true that it seems anyone, even complete beginners, can stand up on the board after just one lesson. However, there was only one female Japanese staff member, which made us, who are not good at English, feel a bit anxious. Also, the location where the lesson took place had a lot of rocks and coral, and two out of four people in our group got injured... I was scared, so I made sure not to fall off the board. Since it was my first time, I’m not really sure, but is that how it usually is?
キャンキャンのエビちゃんハワイブックにも載っていましたが、、、。
私的には、少し期待外れでした。確かにどんな初心者でも1回のスクールで立てるようになるみたいです。
ただ、日本語スタッフは女性の方ひとりだけみたいで、英語が苦手な私たちとしては、不安な部分もありました。
それとスクールが行われた場所は、岩や珊瑚がたくさんあって、グループ4人中2人が負傷。。。
私は怖かったので意地でもボードから落ちませんでした。
初めてだったのでよくわかりませんが、そんなもんなんでしょうか。
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| Posted on: | 2007/01/01 |
Reviewed by: ひまちゃん
I participated in the morning on my return date of December 27. The scheduled pickup at 8:35 was delayed by 1 hour and 20 minutes, which made me quite worried, but when I called, a woman who spoke Japanese assisted me, and I was able to join after all. We left Ohana Islander around 10:00 (was the unfortunate construction a problem?) and returned to the hotel before 11:30. (On the way back, we were sent to the hotel separately.) Now, if it weren't for the troubles mentioned above, I would want to give parasailing a five-star rating for the enjoyment it provided. Among the Japanese participants at the same time, it was just me and my elementary school son; the other three groups were all foreigners. We left our belongings in a dry area on the boat. They provided a Japanese explanation, so there was no need to worry at all. The photos were $15. It would be good to prepare some tips as well. When you request "dry landing, please," there is no splash into the sea. The other Americans found the splash quite amusing. The atmosphere on the boat was cheerful, with cheers and applause after each group flew. The view of Diamond Head and the blue sea from the sky was amazing. The rumored guide was indeed a bright and handsome guy.
12/27の帰国日の午前中に参加しました。8:35のピックアップの予定が
1時間20分も遅れかなり心配しましたが、電話をすると日本語のできる女性が
対応してくれ、なんとか参加することが出来ました。10:00位にオハナアイランダー(あいにくの工事中が災いした?)をでて、11:30前にホテルに戻ってこれました。(帰りは私たちだけ別便で先にホテルに送り届けてくれました)さて、上記のようなトラブルがなければ、パラセイリング自体は5つ星にしたい気持ちよさでしたよ。同じ時間の参加の日本人は私と小学生の息子だけで残り3組は、みんな外国人。荷物はボートの濡れないところに置いておきます。日本語の解説を渡してくれるので全然心配もいりません。写真は15ドルでした。他にチップを用意しておいた方が良いでしょう。ドライランディング プリーズと頼むと海にドボン(トポン?)はありません。他のアメリカ人達はドボンにすごくうけてました。ボート内は和気藹々、1組飛ぶ毎にピーピー、戻るとみんなで拍手喝采。空から眺めるダイヤモンドヘッドと青い海は最高。噂のガイドさんはやはり明るいイケメンでした。
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| Posted on: | 2006/12/29 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I often go to Hawaii, so I've participated in whale and dolphin cruises many times, but I had been curious about it for a while, so this time I tried a shark tour for the first time.
I definitely got seasick. Since I'm not very good on boats, I think it's better for those who are worried to bring motion sickness medication.
It seems that it's still not very popular among Japanese people, but the Americans who participated with me were incredibly excited. I wonder if they have a lot of adrenaline?
When you think of sharks, you might have a scary impression, but the sharks I saw in the North were beautiful, and I couldn't help but be captivated by their swimming.
It seems that the number of sharks you can see varies by day, but there are almost no days when you can't see any. I recommend planning a full day in the North Haleiwa area with a rental car and allocating some free time for the shark tour.
It feels a bit wasteful to go all that way just for that, but I think it's worth participating at least once.
ハワイには良く行くので、クジラやイルカのクルーズは何度も参加してますが、前から気になっていたので、今回はじめてシャークツアーに挑戦してきました。
たしかに酔いました。
もともと船に強くないので、心配な人は酔い止めの薬を持っていったほうが良いと思いました。
日本人にはまだまだ人気が弱いらしいですが、一緒に参加したアメリカ人たちのハシャギようと言ったらありません。彼らは血の気が多いのかな??
サメと言うと怖い印象がありますが、ノースの海で見たハワイのサメは美しく、泳ぐ姿はなぜか見とれてしまいました。
日によって、会えるサメの数は違うようですが、見れないという日はほとんどないみたいですね。お勧めは、レンタカーなどで終日ノース・ハレイワ方面のプランを立てて、空き時間をサメツアーにあてるという感じですかね?
それだけ行くともったいない気もしますが、一度は参加する価値ありと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2006/12/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
My 5-year-old son and wife participated. They said it was a lot of fun. It was a unique experience, so it became a great memory. My son told his kindergarten teacher with a big smile, "I touched the dolphin's belly!" There were many Japanese staff members, which made us feel at ease. Thank you very much.
5歳の息子と妻が参加しました。
たいへん楽しかったとのこと。なかなか体験できないことなので、
いい思い出になりました。
幼稚園の先生に、満面の笑みで、「イルカのおなか触ったよ!」とお話したそうです。
日本人のスタッフも多くて、安心でした。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2006/12/19 |
Reviewed by: あろは。
It was an activity that attracted not only Japanese participants but also foreigners. I participated in other activities, but they were all Japanese...
First, the boat ride to the flying point was refreshing with the pleasant wind and beautiful scenery. The guide made sure we, with our poor English, had a great time, so this was definitely a big excitement point +1.
After that, we took turns flying, and watching others fly was another big excitement point +1.
When it was our turn, I was quite nervous just before taking off, but it was not scary at all, and we shot up to a high altitude in no time! The beauty of the scenery gave us another big excitement point +1.
The playful guide shook the rope a lot, adding another big excitement point +1.
As we neared the end, we gradually descended, and the playful guide lowered us almost to the water before lifting us back up again, which was another big excitement point +1.
In the end, we landed safely without getting wet. Even after landing, the excitement was still high. If you have a waterproof camera, you can take it with you while flying, and I recommend bringing it.
And above all, the guide was a handsome guy with a great physique, which added a huge excitement point +10!!!
日本人だけでなく、外国人の参加も目立つアクティビティでした。
他のアクティビティも参加しましたが、それは全部が日本人で、、、
まず、飛行ポイントまでの船での移動では、
風が気持ちよく、景色もきれいで、
ガイドさんが英語のお粗末な私たちでも楽しませてくれるので、
まずはここで大興奮ポイント+1.
その後、順番に飛んでいくのですが、人が飛んでいるのを見て
これまた大興奮ポイント+1.
私たちの順番になり、飛ぶ直前はかなりビビリましたが、
まったく怖いことなく、高い位置まで一気に上昇!
この景色のよさに大興奮ポイント+1.
悪ふざけしたガイドが紐をゆすりまくり大興奮ポイント+1.
終わりに近づき、だんだん下降しながら、
またまた悪ふざけしたガイドが着水ぎりぎりまでおろして、
そこからまた浮上させたりして大興奮ポイント+1.
最終的にはぬれることもなく、無事着地。
着地したあとも、興奮冷めやらぬ感じでした。
ぬれてもOKなカメラであれば、持ったまま飛行もOKですし、
もって行くことをお勧めいたします。
そして、そして、なによりも
ガイドさんがガタイのイイイケメンで大興奮ポイント+10!!!
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コメントありがとうございます。
喜んでいただいてこちらも大興奮です。機会がありましたらまたきてください。
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| Posted on: | 2006/12/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This time, I participated in a group of 12 people of all ages, and I thought it was an activity that everyone could enjoy regardless of age. In particular, the 3-year-old child and the nearly 70-year-old grandmother were quite scared at first, but once they got on, they felt exhilarated and came back happy. It's not a thrill ride, so people of all generations can enjoy the beautiful scenery of Honolulu!
今回,老若男女12人のグループで参加したのですが,
年齢問わず全員が楽しめるアクティビティーだと思いました.
特に,3歳の子供や70歳近いお婆ちゃんは,初めはかなり怖がって
いましたが,乗ってしまえばもう気分爽快で帰ってきました.
絶叫系ではないので,幅広い世代で,ホノルルの美しい景色を
楽しめますよ!
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| Posted on: | 2006/12/03 |
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楽しんでいただいてわたしたちも嬉しいです。もし良かったらまたきてください。