Oahu
Loved the dinner and show from start to finish! All of the performers were interactive and welcoming. Would definitely recommend for all ages!
From the bus ride (Bow was a great and informative guide) to the food to the great show that was put on, it was an awesome time. Never a dull moment. The staff went about and beyond to make sure we had a great time. I would definitely recommend this luau.
My family and I had an exciting time on this cruise. We got to mingle with people, laugh, talk, drink and the best part- dance while cruising on water. We had an awesome time and will definitely be cruising the Maitai Catamaran again!!!
In March in Hawaii, it is the rainy season, so the morning of the event was cloudy. We set off hoping for a glimpse of sunshine. About ten minutes into the boat ride, we spotted a sandbar where the colors of the ocean changed like a gradient. The water level was just around knee height.
Since we had quite a bit of time, we were able to take plenty of photos, and some people were enjoying beach volleyball. After that, we enjoyed hamburgers made with meat grilled by the staff on the boat. They placed the meat and cheese on the buns, and we were free to top them with lettuce, tomatoes, and other vegetables. It was very delicious, and I was extremely satisfied!
Afterward, we moved a bit from the sandbar to go sea turtle watching. Unfortunately, there weren't many turtles, and we could only see a few, but we were able to witness the adorable moment when a sea turtle poked its head out of the water to breathe.
Although the weather was unstable and we couldn't see the scenery we had envisioned, I believe that if it had been sunny, we could have enjoyed beautiful views not only at the sandbar but also while snorkeling.
Despite the disappointing weather, I had a very enjoyable time. Thank you!
ハワイの3月は雨季ということもあり、参加日の朝は曇りでした。
晴れ間がのぞくことを期待しながら出発。船に乗ること10分ほどでグラデーションのように海の色が変わっているサンドバーが見えてきました。水位は丁度膝の辺り。
時間は割とあるので、存分に写真も撮れますしビーチバレーを楽しんでる方もいました。
その後はスタッフさんが船上で焼いて下さったお肉のハンバーガーを頂きました。バンズにお肉とチーズをのせてくれるので、その上に自分でレタスやトマトなど野菜を自由にトッピングする形でした。とても美味しく大満足!
その後サンドバーから少し移動して海ガメウォッチングを行いました。残念ながらあまりたくさんおらず、少ししか見ることができませんでしたが、海ガメが呼吸をするために海面から頭を出す可愛らしい瞬間を見ることはできました。
今回のツアーは天気が不安定で思い描いていた景色は見られませんでしたが、晴れていればサンドバーに限らずシュノーケリング時にもかなり綺麗な景色を見ることができると思います。
天気は残念でしたが、とても楽しい時間を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました!
The staff's response was good, and the tour members were attentive and engaging, which made the children very happy. If I had to say something, both children and adults need a certain level of physical fitness, as there are currents in the open sea.
スタッフの対応が良かった、ツアーメンバーの気配り、盛り上げ方など、子供達も大喜び、あえて言うなら、子供も大人もある程度の体力は求められます、外洋で流れもあります。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are glad to hear that your child enjoyed it as well. There are days when you need to swim a lot to swim with wild dolphins, but we sincerely appreciate your understanding and evaluation of the tour! We look forward to your next participation. 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! お子様にもお楽しみいただけたようで幸いです。 野生のイルカと共に泳ぐにはたくさん泳がなければいけない日もございますが、それを理解した上で当ツアーを評価していただき誠にありがとうございました! またのご参加をお待ちしております。MAHALO!!
I drove from Honolulu.
The entrance is easy to find because there are signs.
You can take a leisurely horseback ride along the beach, and the photos turned out great with the ocean as the backdrop.
This is my third time horseback riding in Hawaii, but if you want to ride by the beach, this is the best place to go!
I apologize for sharing my experience a year later. I will make a reservation next month!
ホノルルから車で行きました。
看板があるので入口は分かりやすいです。
海辺をゆっくり乗馬しながら散歩でき、写真もとってもいい感じに、海をバッグに撮っていただけました。
ハワイの乗馬いくのはここで、3こめですが海辺を乗馬したいなら一番おすすめです!
体験談一年後になりごめんなさい。来月予約します!
Tours depart every hour, making it easy to adjust your schedule, and it was perfect for an activity before checking in on the day we arrived in Hawaii. The air-conditioned interior of the boat allowed us to slowly recover from the fatigue of our overnight flight. We were able to see large fish and sea turtles around the reefs and shipwrecks, which really boosted our excitement from the very first day of our trip.
1時間に1本ツアーが出ているので時間の融通が利きやすくて、ハワイ到着日のチェックイン前のアクティビティに最適でした。エアコンのしっかり効いた船内で夜行フライトの疲れがゆっくりと癒せます。
魚礁や沈船のまわりには大型魚やウミガメも見ることができて、旅の初日からテンションが上がりました。
I had been wanting to go ever since I saw it on a certain TV program! Since it was a weekday, it was relatively empty, and I was able to experience most attractions without waiting in line. There were not many Japanese people around, so I could enjoy myself without worrying too much about my surroundings! Before joining the tour, I was concerned that the stay would be quite long and that I might get bored, but there were so many different attractions, and it was truly fun—it went by in no time!! If I go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to visit again!
某テレビ番組で拝見してからずっと行きたいと思っていました!
平日ということもあり(?)空いていてアトラクションは殆ど並ばずに体験できました。
日本人も少なくあまり周りを気にせず楽しめて良かったです!
ツアーに参加する前は滞在時間が結構長く時間を持て余さないか心配しましたが、アトラクションの種類も多く、本当に楽しくてあっという間でした!!
次回ハワイに行くことがあれば是非また行きたいと思いました!
In the photos, it looked like the water was at ankle height, but when we actually went, it reached up to our waists. We didn't go snorkeling, so we were a bit bored while everyone else was snorkeling. There was also a pregnant woman who didn't get in the water, so I think she was even more bored. We did get to see a sea turtle!
写真では足首くらいのイメージだったが、実際行くと腰まで海がきていました。私たちはシュノーケリングをしませんでしが、皆んながシュノーケリングをしている間自由行動なので暇です。あと妊婦さんもきていましたが、海にも浸かっていなかったのでもっと暇だったと思います。ウミガメには会えました!
Since you will be wearing a swimsuit, your bottom may get a little wet, so a cover-up is essential as it might be cold. They offer an option for photo shooting, and we took pictures with others from the same tour.
水着着用とのことでしが、お尻が少し濡れる程度、寒いかもしれないので羽織物は必須です。オプションで写真撮影してくれるとのことでしが、同じツアーの方達と撮り合いっこしました。
The driver with the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea panel will pick you up at the designated meeting spot. It takes about 50 minutes from Waikiki to the port. The weather was bad that day, with strong winds and cloudy skies, making it a bit chilly to go into the water. I borrowed a wetsuit for snorkeling because it was cold. While swimming near the coral reef, I was able to see a honu three times. I recommend bringing a waterproof camera or a waterproof cover for your smartphone. When I go back to Hawaii, I want to try again on a sunny day.
キャプテンブルース天国の海のパネルを持った運転手さんが指定の待ち合わせ場所でピックアップして下さいます。ワイキキから港までは50分ほど。当日は朝から天気が悪く、強風と曇り空で海に入るのが少し寒かったです。シュノーケリングでは寒いのでウエットスーツを借りました。サンゴ礁近辺を泳いでいると、ホヌに3回も会うことが出来ました。防水カメラまたはスマホの防水カバーの持参をおすすめします。ハワイにまた行くときは天気の良い日にリベンジしたいと思います。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. It was great to have your family with us. Please come back and visit us again! We look forward to that day with the sea turtles. Mahalo!!!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーご参加ありがとうございます。ご家族でご参加でしたね。
ぜひ!また皆様で遊びにいらして下さいね。その日をウミガメとともにお待ちしております。マハロ!!!
There was no Japanese staff, but the driver was a nice person, which was great! They also accommodated the total charter flight, and it was good including the tip!
日本語スタッフはいませんでしたが、ドライバーさんも感じの良い方でよかったです!
総チョアフライトにも対応していてチップ込みでよかったです!
The cruise was great and relaxing! The crew was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed how the trip brought us to see a scenic view of the island. Food was ok. Drinks were better! Would have been better on a less cloudy day but really no complaints.
Aloha and Mahalo for taking the time to share your Sail Makani experience with us. So glad to hear you got to relax and enjoy the beautiful Hawaiian Sunset.
You don't need to be able to swim at all! With the support of the local Japanese instructor, even someone like me who can't swim was able to see and swim with the dolphins properly! I heard that this tour might be discontinued in Hawaii to protect the wild dolphins... However, if this tour is available the next time I go to Hawaii, I definitely want to do it! It was the ultimate healing experience, and I highly recommend it in Hawaii!
全く泳げなくても大丈夫!現地の日本人インストラクターさんのサポートがあるので、泳げない私でもちゃんとイルカを見れて一緒に泳ぐおことができました!
ハワイでは野生のイルカを守るためにこのツアーがなくなってしまうかも・・・との事でしたが、もしまたハワイに行ったときにこのツアーがあれば絶対やりたいツアーです!
究極の癒しの時間を過ごせてハワイ1オススメです!
Aloha!! fuu,
Thank you for participating in the private Dolphin Middle School tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! fuu様
この度は私立イルカ中学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
I signed up with a shuttle service. It was my first time paragliding, and since everyone on the same boat was foreign and I couldn't speak much English, I was nervous. However, they helped me with some basic Japanese, and I was able to mimic what the person in front of me was doing and enjoyed the experience! You can get the photo data for $30! I was told that there would be no shuttle bus for the return trip (was it due to traffic regulations from the Honolulu Festival?), which was a bit of a hassle, but since I booked the trip through JTB, there was a bus stop nearby, and I managed to get back to my hotel... (Did they underestimate me because I couldn't speak English?) Overall, the paragliding experience was great, but it was a bit disappointing at the end.
送迎付きで申し込みました。
パラセイリイングは初めてで、同じ船の方は外国の方ばかりで、全然英語ができない私は緊張しましたが、片言の日本語で準備をしてくれ前の人の見よう見まねで飛ぶことができ楽しめました!
30ドルで写真のデータをもらえます!
帰りは送迎バスが出ないと言われ(ホノルルフェスティバル交通規制の影響?)困りましたが、旅行自体JTBで申し込んでいたためバス停が近くにありなんとかホテルへ帰ることができました…(英語ができずなめられた?)
とてもよかったパラセイリングだったため最後だけ残念でした。
The shuttle service had a driver who spoke very little Japanese. The crew on the boat also spoke very little Japanese, but we were able to enjoy ourselves without any issues. I think it's a good idea to put your phone in a waterproof case that you can hang around your neck while parasailing, as it allows you to take pictures of the view from the sky!
送迎は、日本語はほとんど話せない運転手さん。船もクルーは日本語がほとんど話せない人たちでしたが問題なく楽しめました(^-^)携帯が水没しないように首からかける防水ケースに入れてパラセイリングをすると空中からの景色も自分で撮影できていいと思います!
Unfortunately, the rain and fog prevented us from having the helicopter tour which is what we were most looking forward to. We had a fantastic tour guide and had a marvelous time at the orchid gardens. But with the weather, and being as this was an outdoor tour, it was disappointing and very wet.
Did the same dive with One Ocean last year and was so impressed I had to do this again. This time, the sharks were even more curious as to our presence and came up quite close to us at 4-5 feet distance on some pass bys. Got some incredible 4K video on the footage. Sophie and Kevin were very enthusiastic about their work and Sophie’s passion for researching sharks really shows, giving everyone information about what we saw in he water with specific characteristics and personalities of certain sharks that they frequently see. Thanks again to Sophie and Kevin and see you guys for the 3rd time hopefully soon!
I used this service to get to the hotel from the airport, and the shuttle bus stop was close by, so I found it easily. It was also helpful that there was someone to guide us in the arrival lobby.
空港でホテルに行く際に利用しましたが空港から送迎バスの乗り場が近く
すぐにわかりました。到着ロビーに案内してくれる人がいたこともわかりやすかったです。
I made a round-trip transfer reservation from Honolulu Airport to the hotel in advance from Japan, and I was relieved that they were punctual, especially on the return day when I was concerned about the flight time.
日本から事前に申し込みしてホノルル空港からホテルまでの往復送迎でしたが
時間に正確で特に飛行機の時間が気になる帰国の日にも時刻どおりに迎えがきて安心しました。
The first day had nice weather and a pleasant cruise, but we didn't see any whales, so we tried again the next day. On that day, we suddenly spotted a spout, and then we were able to see baby whales multiple times while anchored for over an hour. However, the weather was bad, and the wind was very cold.
1日目はいいお天気で気持ちよいクルージングでしたが、クジラはまったく現れず、翌日リベンジしました。そうしたら、翌日はいきなり潮吹きが見えて、それから1時間以上停泊して何度もクジラの赤ちゃんを見ることができました。でも天気は悪くて風がとても寒かったです。
In mid-March, there were hardly any whales. I wonder if you might see them depending on luck. It might be nice to think of the cruise as a way to see Diamond Head from the sea! If you can spot a whale, it feels like a bonus!
3月中旬と言う時期的な問題なのか、クジラはほとんどいませんでした。
運次第では観れるのかなとも思います。
クルージングで、ワイキキからダイアモンドヘッドを海から見えると思えば良いのかな!
クジラが見えればお得と思います!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy whale watching this time.
We hope you will have the opportunity to enjoy it next time.
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は鯨の観測を十分にお楽しみ頂けなかった事大変残念に思います。
次の機会にお楽しみいただければと思います。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
When traveling by boat, the rocking was quite intense. I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance. Even for those who usually don't get seasick, if you happen to feel unwell, you won't be able to enjoy anything, so it's safer to take it.
As for the dolphins, we were able to see them properly, and there was a large group! Since we were wearing wetsuits and life jackets, we couldn't dive, so we just watched the dolphins swimming below us. It was still an emotional experience.
We saw a small sea turtle as well. I participated in early March, but it was cold after coming up from the sea because we were moving by boat. I think it's a good idea to bring a jacket that you don't mind getting wet.
On days when dolphins are not seen, there may be an extension of time beyond the planned schedule, so it's better to keep your afternoon free.
船で移動する時は、すごく揺れが激しかったです。酔い止めを事前に飲んでおくことを、オススメします。普段酔わない方でも、万が一酔ってしまうと何も楽しめませんので、飲んでおいた方が無難だと思います。
肝心のイルカにも、ちゃんと会えました。しかも大群でした。ウエットスーツとライフジャケットを着ているため、潜れませんので、下の方でイルカが泳いでいるのを、見るという感じです。それでも感動します。
ウミガメは小さかったですが見えました。
3月の早朝に参加しましたが、海から上がったあとは、船で移動するため寒かったです。濡れてもいい上着などを持って行くと良いと思います。
イルカが見れない日は、予定よりも時間を延長する場合があるので、午後一の予定は空けておく方が良いと思います。
ALOHA, Maria
Thank you for participating in the tour. I appreciate your precise advice.
Especially during this season, even though it's winter in Hawaii, the water temperature isn't that low, but the boat can be cold after swimming.
The boat's sway varies with the weather, but it's always best to be prepared.
I'm very happy to hear that you encountered a large group of dolphins. The feeling of swimming together in the same ocean is truly mystical and moving!
I'm glad you also got to see the sea turtles. It's said that encountering sea turtles in Hawaii brings happiness.
Please take that happiness back to Japan with you.
In Kona on the Big Island, you can also enjoy Dolphin High School, swimming with manta rays at night, and sports fishing.
I look forward to the day we can meet again!
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office Moe
ALOHA, マリア様
この度はツアーにご参加下さりありがとうございました。的確なアドバイス有難うございます。
特に今の季節はハワイとはいえ冬のなので水温はそれほど低くありませんが泳いだ後の船は寒いですよね。
船の揺れは天候によって毎回変わってきますが万全を期すにこしたことはないですね。
イルカ先生の大群に出会えたとのことで大変嬉しく思います。
同じ海に一緒に泳いでいる感覚は本当に神秘的で感動しますよね!
ウミガメにも会えてよかったです。ハワイではウミガメに会えると幸せになると言われています♪
ぜひその幸せを日本に持って帰ってください。
ハワイ島コナではイルカ高等学校、マンタと夜の海で泳ぐマンタ大学、そしてスポーツフィッシングもお楽しみいただけます。
またお会い出来る日を楽しみにしております!
Mahalo
イルカオフィス Moe
I always use this service, and they always respond politely. Many of the staff are cheerful, which makes me feel the happiness of being in Hawaii. It's a very convenient shuttle bus.
いつも利用していますが、いつも丁寧に対応していただき、またスタッフの方も明るい方が多く、ハワイに来た幸せを感じられます。とても便利なシャトルバスです。
We really enjoyed ourselves on this dinner cruise! The entertainment was great as well as the food! The view of the city from the cruise ship was beautiful. We would definitely do it again!
I wasn't able to see any dolphins. I participated with the understanding that the chances of seeing them were quite high, so I was quite disappointed. I thought we would be searching with some kind of detector, but it turns out we were looking for them with the naked eye from the boat.
However, I did get to see a sea turtle, and the ocean where we went snorkeling was beautiful.
Since we spent about three hours on the boat, I wouldn't recommend it for people who easily get seasick. In fact, there were quite a few people who ended up feeling sick.
The staff were friendly and helped to create a lively atmosphere, which was a positive aspect.
イルカには会えませんでした。
会える確立がかなり高いという認識で参加したので落胆は大きかったです。
探知機みたいなので探すと思っていましたが、船上から肉眼で探すそうです。
ただ、ウミガメには会えたし、シュノーケリングした海は綺麗でした。
3時間くらい船上で過ごすので酔い易い人にはお勧めしないです。
実際、酔ってダウンしている人が少なからずいました。
スタッフは気さくで盛り上げてくれるのでそこは良かったです。
Aloha, Aichi Prefecture residents,
Thank you for participating in the tour. We are also disappointed that you couldn't meet Dolphin Sensei. The chances of meeting are about 90%, but depending on the sea conditions, such as water temperature, the day after fireworks, or the presence of sharks, there may be days when we cannot meet. We are glad to hear that you were able to meet Professor Turtle. If you were unable to meet Dolphin Sensei, you can retry for free during middle school, so please feel free to contact us again if the opportunity arises.
Additionally, on the Big Island of Kona, you can enjoy Dolphin High School, swimming with manta rays at Manta University at night, and sports fishing.
We look forward to the day we can meet again.
Mahalo,
Dolphin Office
Aloha, 愛知県民様
この度はツアーにご参加下さり有難うございました。
イルカ先生に会えなかったとのことで私たちも残念です。
会える確率はだいたい9割ですが、水温や花火を上げた翌日、サメがいるときなど
海の状況によって会えない日もあります、、
カメ大教授には会えたとのことで私たちも嬉しく思います。
イルカ先生に会えなかった場合、中学は無料でもう一度リトライをしていただけますので、
ぜひまた機会があればご連絡ください。
また、ハワイ島コナではイルカ高等学校、マンタと夜の海で泳ぐマンタ大学、そしてスポーツフィッシングもお楽しみいただけます。
またお会い出来る日を楽しみにしております。
Mahalo
イルカオフィス
My husband and I loved captain bobs..!!! The whole crew was great and had such great energy. My husband and I will definitely be doing this again.
I participated with my wife. Although we signed up quite last minute, the reservation confirmation and finalization went smoothly, and the pickup on the day was right on time. The boat dock for parasailing is about 10-15 minutes from the city center (near T Galleria), so I think it's a quick and enjoyable activity. This was my second time parasailing, but the views of Hawaii are truly exceptional. The boat ride was pleasant, and my wife, who was experiencing parasailing for the first time, was completely satisfied, leaving us both feeling refreshed from the morning.
Before starting parasailing, the instructor asked if we wanted to take photos, and we could purchase a commemorative photo and SD card for 30 USD. We requested the photo shoot, but I accidentally lost the purchased SD card. I realized this when we returned to our hotel room, but shortly after, I received a call in the room from a representative at Veltra, who informed me, "There was a lost SD card in the car, and I will have the driver deliver it to you now." After that, I was able to meet with the driver and receive the SD card. The Veltra representative and the driver were all incredibly kind, and I can't thank them enough.
In the future, when I request optional tours in other countries, I plan to book with Veltra. By the way, the driver and instructor spoke only English, but there were no issues with communication. I can confidently recommend this tour to anyone considering it!
妻と2名で参加しました。
かなり直前での申し込みでしたが、予約確認〜確定までスムーズに進めて頂き、当日のピックアップも定刻通りにお越し頂きました。
パラセイリングのボート乗り場までは中心地(Tギャラリア近辺)から10-15分程度ですので、サクッと楽しめるアクティビティだと思います。
私は人生2度目のパラセイリングでしたが、ハワイの景色はやはり別格です。
ボートでの移動も気持ち良いですし、パラセイリング初体験の妻も終始大満足で、朝からとても清々しい気分に浸れました。
パラセイリング開始前に、インストラクターさんから写真を撮るかどうか聞かれ、30USDで記念写真&SDカードを購入できます。
私たちは写真撮影をお願いしたのですが、購入したSDカードをうっかり紛失。
ホテルの部屋に戻ってそのことに気付いたのですが、すぐに部屋に電話があり、ベルトラのご担当者の方から「帰りの車内にSDカードの落し物があったので、今からドライバーさんに届けてもらいます」とお伝え頂きました。
その後、無事にドライバーさんと落ち合うことができ、SDカードを届けて頂きました。
ベルトラのご担当者の方、ドライバーさん、皆さん本当に親切で、感謝してもしきれません。
今後どこかの国でオプショナルツアーをお願いする時も、ベルトラさんで申し込もうと思います。
ちなみに、ドライバーさん、インストラクターさんは英語オンリーですが、コミュニケーションロスで不便することは特にありませんでした。
こちらのツアーをご検討されている方には、自信を持ってオススメできます!
I had soo much fun! Scary at first but after a few minutes we got used to the hight. It was a great workout and my favorite part was the swing! The free fall looked more scary then it actually was. By the time we did the rock climbing my muscles were tired so i only made it half way. I would do it again.
Our captain Ron was super friendly, knowledgeable and most importantly, very kind to my old parents who knew limited English.
Service was great and every moment was enjoyable. The lunch setup was absolutely delightful and delicious.
It was so worth the price - for a small group, you get the customized experience that would last in everyone's memories.
Aloha! We are very happy to hear from you. Please come join again!!
Mahalo nui loa from Captain Bruice!!