Reviewed by: さぁや
I participated alone, but I had so much fun from start to finish. Since it was nature, I thought it would be lucky to see dolphins, but I was amazed to see over 100 of them!!! I also got to see a whale breach and swim with sea turtles.
In the morning, I enjoyed freshly made malasadas from Leonard's, and for lunch, I had a cheeseburger, juice, and snacks, so I never felt hungry♪
Above all, the staff were absolutely fantastic. Sue kept talking to us, which made me feel at ease, and they took great photos of me while I was playing in the ocean. When I thought it was cold, they brought out warm tea, and they promptly collected any trash, so they really took care of everything.
"They say swimming with dolphins is a once-in-a-lifetime dream, right? Today is that day! Since they are wild dolphins, there's no guarantee, but all of us staff want you to fulfill your dreams! You won't get this chance many times in your life!"
It was a precious day during my trip. Their warm words and actions from our perspective were very touching♡
I will definitely participate again! Dolphin University is the best!!!!
一人で参加したのですが、最初から最後までとっても楽しかったです。
自然相手なのでイルカに会えたらラッキーとは思っていましたがまさかの100頭越え!!!
クジラのブリーチも見れて、ウミガメとも泳ぐ事が出来ました。
朝はレナーズの出来たてマラサダを頂き、お昼にはチーズバーガーとジュースとスナックも頂いたので空腹になる事がありませんでした♪
何よりもスタッフの方が最高に良かったです。
スーさんがひたすら話してくれていたので安心感がありましたし、海で遊んでいる自分の写真もイイ感じに撮って頂けます。寒いな~と思った時には温かいお茶を出していただけたり、ゴミもすぐに回収しに来てくれるので至れり尽くせりです。
「イルカと泳ぎたな~って一生に一度は思う夢の事だよね?
今日はまさにその時!野生のイルカだから100%は無いけど、私達スタッフは皆さんに夢を叶えて欲しいと思ってるんだよ~!こんなチャンス一生に何回もないでしょ?」
って。旅行できた貴重な一日。私達の目線で発してくれる言動がとても温かかったです♡
絶対また参加しますね!イルカ大学最高ですよ~!!!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/03 |
Reviewed by: Kate
The staffs were nice and the activity itself was priceless. But motion sickness can really get to you... most of the people on our boat were feeling sick after half an hour.. I was puking from the beginning to the end although I had preventive patch on me. So be sure to be in the best physical condition as possible in order to truly enjoy what the ocean has got to offer!!!!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated because I heard there would be dolphins and SUP.
...There were dolphins, but the sea was murky, so I couldn't see them well (tears).
Moreover, SUP was canceled due to the poor sea conditions.
I was fine, but there were many people on their honeymoon, and it was quite unfortunate to see that a significant number of them were getting seasick.
There were also people from Dolphin Junior High nearby, and it seemed that the first discoverer was from Dolphin Junior High, so they were able to enjoy the experience much closer and for a longer time than we could.
イルカとSUPもあるというので参加しました。
・・・がいるにはいましたが、海が濁っていてよく見えない(涙)
おまけに海の状態が悪いからとSUPは中止。
私は何ともありませんでしたが、
ハネムーンで来ていた方が多く、
かなりの確率で船酔いしていたのが見ていて気の毒でした。
近くにイルカ中学の方達もいたのですが、
第一発見者の方がイルカ中学の方で、
私達よりは、はるかに近く時間もたっぷりと堪能できたようです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/17 |
Reviewed by: ひろろ
I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close! It was truly moving. They were really close, almost within reach. I want to go again.
イルカもウミガメもこれでもかといくぐらい観れました!!
感動します。
ホント触れそうな距離にいます。
また行きたいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<コオリナ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/16 |
Reviewed by: ♡♡♡
The weather was truly wonderful!
I was able to see a large group of dolphins up close!
I also saw whales and sea turtles!
The waves were strong, so we couldn't do any marine sports, but we were able to snorkel a lot, and the fish were really beautiful!
The boat swayed a lot, so it's better to take motion sickness medication! The guide really made it an unforgettable experience!!!
天気に恵まれてほんとに素晴らしかったです!
イルカの大群が真近でみれました!
クジラもみれたしウミガメめみれました!
波がつよく、マリンスポーツはできなかったけどシュノーケリングたくさん出来て魚たちがほんとに綺麗でした!
船はすごく揺れるので酔い止めは飲んだ方が良いです!ガイドさんが盛り上げてくれてほんとに最高の思い出になりました!!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/25 |
Reviewed by: sunny
I participated in an activity with friends for my first trip to Hawaii! After checking online reviews, I enrolled in Dolphin University.
Since it was an early morning, it was definitely a good decision to avoid the day after I arrived! On the bus, there were mostly safety instructions, and I was a bit worried if it would really be fun...
But starting from the malasada, I gradually felt more refreshed, and once we got on the boat, my excitement was through the roof!
We even got to see a mother and baby whale, which was truly moving for everyone! After that, we swam with dolphins and even encountered a sea turtle.
You should be cautious about your stamina and seasickness, but I think it's a tour I can recommend!
初ハワイで友達と何かアクティビティーに参加しよう!ということでネットの評判を見てイルカ大学へ入学しました♪
朝はやいので、着いた日の次の日は避けて正解でした!バスの中では注意事項などばかりでほんとに楽しいかなぁ〜って少し不安に…
でもマラサダあたりからだんだん頭もスッキリしてきて、船に乗ってからはテンションめっちゃあがること間違いなしです笑
さらにクジラの親子に会えたのでみんなで感動‼︎ その後もイルカとも泳げましたし、ウミガメにも会えました♪
体力と船酔いには注意ですが、おすすめできるツアーだと思います!
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| Packages: | 初夢キャンペーンプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/01 |
Reviewed by: saさん
I felt安心 (at ease) participating since I had used it before. I didn't get seasick last time, but for some reason, despite taking motion sickness medication this time, I ended up feeling nauseous (+_+). However, I encountered a group of about 30 cute dolphins, and I saw plenty of turtles, so I was very satisfied! I want to go to Hawaii to swim with dolphins using Dolphin Academy again in the future☆ Next time, I will definitely take stronger motion sickness medication!
以前にも利用したことがあったので安心して参加しました。
以前はボートで酔わなかったのですが、酔い止め飲んだにも関わらず今回はなぜか酔ってしまいました(+_+)
でもかわいいイルカ30頭くらいの群れに遭遇できたし、
カメもいっぱい見れたので大満足!
今後もイルカ中学を利用してイルカと泳ぎにハワイに行きたいです☆
次回は強めの酔い止め必須で行きます!
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| Packages: | 初夢キャンペーンプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Lina
It was a good experience, recommend wet suit, and don't go too early, and take lots of anti nausea...
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: candy
I participated with my daughter and wife. The instructor mentioned that there have been days recently when they haven't been able to see dolphins, and many days have been canceled due to bad weather (high waves), but today the weather was nice, which was great.
Indeed, the weather was good on the day of our visit, with a clear blue sky that made the sun feel quite intense on our skin. However, it was still windy and cold, so I received advice to wear a wetsuit, and I had my daughter and wife put them on. I didn't wear one myself, but I brought enough clothing to stay warm, and I made sure to put on a jacket as soon as I got on the boat, so I was fine. In the end, my daughter and wife appreciated that I was easy to spot when we entered the water.
Of course, we were lucky enough to see both dolphins and turtles. We also spotted whales a few times... although I turned around and they were already gone.
In any case, make sure to prepare for the cold when you participate.
娘と妻と3人で参加しました。
インストラクターの方から最近イルカに会えてない日があったり、天気が悪くて(波が高くて)キャンセルになっている日が多いんですけど、今日は天気が良くてよかったですねと言われました。
確かに当日は天気が良くて、日があたっていると肌にジリジリ感じるくらいの青空でしたが、
それでも風が強くて寒いのでウェットスーツを着た方がいいですよとアドバイスをいただいて娘と妻には着用させました。自分は着なかったんですが寒くならない程度に着衣を持っていき、ボートに上がった時はすぐ羽織るようにしたので大丈夫でした。結果的には、海に入ったとき自分を見つけやすくてよかったよと言われ娘と妻には好評でした。
もちろん運よくイルカもカメとも会うことができました。
クジラも数回見ることができましたよ・・・自分は振り向いたらもういなかったですけど。
とにかく寒さ対策をしてご参加を。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/08 |
Reviewed by: yacco
I had such a great time last time that this time I participated with my parents and my sister's family. While we were in the sea, the staff took care of my 2-year-old child, allowing us to enjoy ourselves to the fullest. My parents also said they had a great time.
前回がとても楽しかったので、今回は父母と妹家族と一緒に参加しました。海に入っている時は、スタッフの方に2歳の子どもを預かっていただき、思いっきり楽しめました。父母も楽しかったと言っていました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/05 |
Reviewed by: ニックLOVE
The staff were all high-energy and friendly! There were so many handsome guys, which made it worth participating just for that. (laughs) On the day of the tour, the sea was rough, and it took a while to find the dolphins, but I was moved to be able to swim with them. However, since we had to jump off the boat into the open sea, it was a bit tough for someone like me who isn't a strong swimmer.
スタッフの方がハイテンションで元気よく良い人ばかりでした!
イケメンばかりで、それだけでも参加した価値あり。笑
当日は海が荒れていてイルカを探すのに時間がかかったけど、無事イルカと泳げて感動しました。
でも沖に出て船から飛び込むので、泳げなに自分には少しきついツアーでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/21 |
Reviewed by: AKI
After taking a bus to the coast and boarding a boat, just three minutes later, we were lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins! I was really happy because I had heard that sometimes you have to search for wild dolphins. The guides were also very enthusiastic and made the experience so much fun!
バスで海のほうまで移動しボートに乗って三分後!幸運なことにすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇することができました!
野生のイルカだから探しまわるときもあると言われていたのでホントに嬉しかったです。ガイドさんたちもテンション高く盛り上げてくれてとっても楽しかったです!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/24 |
Reviewed by: きょんまま
I participated in November. After confirming the reservation, I was contacted about changing the date due to a boat inspection or upgrading to a university for free. Since my child is only 4 years old, I hesitated about the change to the university, but since changing the date was not possible, I reluctantly decided to switch to the university and participate. As a result, it was a great decision. It was my husband who took him, and contrary to my worries, he came back overjoyed. Even now, after some time has passed, he often talks about wanting to go again and says it was the most fun he’s ever had before bed. We are going to Honolulu this month, so I plan to let him participate again, of course at the university. This time, at his request, we intend to participate twice during our stay.
11月に参加しました。
予約確定後にボートの点検の為日にちの変更か無料で大学へランクアップするように連絡がありました。
子供がまだ4歳なので大学への変更は躊躇しましたが日にちの変更は無理だったので仕方なく大学へ変更して参加しました。
結果、大正解でした。
私ではなく主人が連れて行ったのですが私の心配とは裏腹に大喜びで帰ってきました。
時間が経った今でももう一回行きたい、今までで一番楽しかったと寝る前にしょっちゅう話してくれます。
今月ホノルルへ行くのでまた参加させてあげようと思います。勿論大学へ。
今度は息子の希望もあって滞在中に2回参加するつもりです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/04 |
Reviewed by: マハロ☆
We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon and signed up for this tour to create wonderful memories.
We boarded the bus at 6 AM while it was still dark. Inside the bus, our guide Minako kindly explained the highlights of Oahu, the types of dolphins, precautions, and how to use the equipment. For those prone to motion sickness, they provided ginger tablets. They also inquired about renting wetsuits. The rental fee is $10, but I think it's a good idea to rent one for comfort and safety.
After an hour, we finally began boarding to meet the dolphins! The weather was good on the day we participated, but the wind was strong, and we were heading to a different spot than usual.
With some anxiety about whether we would see any dolphins, we set off on our dolphin search! As we scanned the area, we heard our guide shout, "There they are!!" and we all quickly put on our fins and entered the water. We approached quietly to avoid splashing and scaring the dolphins away. Struggling with the unfamiliar fins, we couldn't see them up close this time… and we got back on the boat.
After a few minutes of moving, we encountered a large group of dolphins again! Waiting for the signal, we entered the water. It was hard to keep up, and I thought we might miss them again, but then we heard our guide say, "Look down!" When I looked down, I saw a graceful school of dolphins swimming below! From then on, we were able to swim alongside the dolphins up close, and it was truly moving.
Swimming with the dolphins marked the end of our first hour. Next, we moved to encounter turtles (the second hour). During the move, we encountered several groups of dolphins, which was a lot of fun.
When we arrived at the spot, everyone snorkeled around, searching in their own way. There were many small fish swimming around, and while we were enjoying the search, suddenly a turtle appeared right in front of us! It was of medium size, but very cute, and I was moved to see it up close, almost within reach.
The staff and guides were all very friendly, making the tour enjoyable. On the way back on the bus, we could purchase photos taken by the photographer, so we could relax and fully enjoy the experience without worrying about taking pictures ourselves.
I participated in several tours, but this was the most memorable one during our trip! I highly recommend it for anyone traveling to Hawaii.
新婚旅行でハワイを訪れ、素敵な思い出を作りたくてこちらのツアーに申し込みました。
まだ暗い、朝6時にバスに乗り込み出発です。
バスの中では、ガイドのミナコさんがオアフ島の見所や、イルカの種類や注意事項、用具の使用方法など丁寧に説明してくれます。
酔いやすい方用にジンジャーの酔い止めも下さいました。
ウェットスーツのレンタル希望もこちらで聞かれます。
レンタル料は10ドルですが、借りておくと、寒く無く安全で安心出来るので良いと思います。
1時間後いよいよ、イルカに会いに乗船開始!
私達が参加した日は天候は良かったのですが、風が強くいつもと違うスポットに向かうとの事。
会えるか不安の中、いざイルカ探しの旅へ!
居ないなぁ〜とあたりを見渡すと…ガイドさんのいたー!!という声と合図と共に一斉にフィンをつけて海の中へ。
イルカが逃げてしまうとの事で極力水しぶきを挙げないように近づきます。
慣れないフィンに苦戦し、この時は間近で見られず…再び乗船。
移動する事数分、又してもイルカの大群が!
合図をまって海の中へ。なかなか追いつけず、又ダメかぁ〜と思っていたら、下見て!のガイドさんの声!
下を見ると、優雅に泳ぐイルカの大群が!
それからは間近にイルカ達と一緒に泳ぐ事も出来、本当に感激しました。
イルカと一緒に泳ぐ。ここでイルカ中学1時間目が終了です。
次は亀と出会うべく移動です(2時間目)
移動中も何頭何十頭とイルカの大群に出会い、大変楽しめました。
スポットにつくと、皆思い思いに辺り周辺をシュノーケリングしながら、探します。
小さい魚も沢山泳いでいて、楽しみながらさがしていると、突然目の前に亀先生が!
中位の大きさでしたが、とても可愛いく、手で触れそうな程近くで見る事が出来て感動しました。
スタッフさん、ガイドさん、皆さんとても気さくな方達で楽しくツアーに参加出来ました。
帰りのバスの中で、カメラマンさんが撮った写真も購入する事が出来ますので、写真を取らなきゃと慌てず思い切り楽しめます。
いくつかツアーに参加しましたが、旅行中で一番心に残ったツアーでした!
ハワイ旅行の際には是非☆お勧めです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/10 |
Reviewed by: タカちゃん
Four days ago, my family graduated from Dolphin Junior High. I had heard that the sea was very cold, so I wore a rash guard. We gathered early in the morning, around 6 AM, and after about an hour on the bus, we arrived at the port. We also borrowed wetsuits and set off. Within just 5 to 10 minutes on the boat, we spotted the dolphins.
Under the guidance of the class representative, we started snorkeling and quickly encountered dozens of dolphins. It was so exciting to see baby dolphins as well. I couldn't believe how many dolphins we were able to see...
In the second hour, we also saw many sea turtles. When they came up for air, I could reach out and almost touch them (though of course, I didn't).
At the end, we were even able to see a whale from the boat. It was such an exhilarating experience. The class representative's explanations were interesting, and I purchased a DVD of the photos taken for $50, which I don't think is expensive at all. The quality is beautiful, and it's hard to capture those moments on my own.
We arrived at the hotel by lunchtime, so while waking up early was tough, we made great use of our time. I highly recommend it. My family of three is still buzzing with excitement. Next time, we're aiming for Dolphin University!
4日前に家族でイルカ中学を卒業してきました。
海が非常に冷たいと口コミであったので、ラッシュガードも着用して臨みました。
朝が早く6時過ぎに集合。眠いなか、約1時間バスに揺られて港に到着。スウェットスーツも借りて、いざ出港。 ボートに揺られてわずか5~10分でイルカ先生発見。
すぐに学級委員の指示のもと、シュノーケリング開始。 すぐに数十匹のイルカ先生に会えました。
子供のイルカも見れて、とても興奮。
こんなにイルカがたくさん見れるなんて・・・
さらに2時間目にはホヌにもたくさん会えました。
呼吸するために上にあがってくるホヌに手を伸ばしたら触れるくらいでした。
(もちろん触ってはいませんが)
最後は船内でなんとクジラを見ることができたのです。
すごく興奮した授業でした。
学級委員の説明も面白く、また写真を撮ってもらったものを50ドルでDVDを購入しましたが、わたしは決して高くないと思います。きれいな仕上がりで、なかなか自分では撮れません。お昼にはホテルに到着するので、早起きはつらいけどもとても時間も有効に使えます。是非おすすめです。
家族3人いまだに興奮が冷めない状態です。 次回はイルカ大学入学だ!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Y・K
Since the season has just started, it was initially quite difficult to spot any whales. Just when I was about to give up, the captain shouted, "Look!" and we were able to see two whales (maybe a mother and calf?). Thanks to the staff, we were able to see several more whales afterward. The professional eye is truly amazing! I was thrilled to clearly see the spouting, fins, and backs of the whales. I was surprised that we could see them up so close.
Since there were only a few of us, it didn't feel cramped at all. We could go up on the deck or sit back and relax in our own spots. There was a good selection of drinks, including orange, pineapple, and guava juices, as well as carbonated beverages, and I heard you could get alcohol for just $2. Snacks were also provided, and we could help ourselves freely.
The views of Hawaii from the boat, including Diamond Head and the rainbow over Oahu, were absolutely beautiful, and I was never bored while searching for whales. I had such a wonderful time that I would definitely like to participate again if I have the chance.
シーズンに入ったばかりなせいか、初めはなかなかクジラが見つかりませんでした。
今日はだめかなぁ・・・、と諦めかけていた時、キャプテンの「Look!」の一声。2頭のクジラ(親子かな?)の姿を見ることが出来ました。
その後もスタッフさんのおかげで数回クジラの姿を目にすることができました。
やっぱり、プロの目はすごいですね!
潮吹きの様子や尾びれ、背中などはっきり見ることが出来て感激です。あんなに間近で見られるとは思っていなかったので、びっくりしました。
少人数なので狭い思いをすることもなく、デッキに上がってみたり座ってのんびりしたり、思い思いの場所でリラックスして楽しむことが出来ました。オレンジやパイナップル、グァバなどのジュースや炭酸飲料など飲み物も充実してましたし、2ドルでアルコールもいただけるそうです。お菓子なども用意されていて、自由につまむことが出来ました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドやオアフ島に架かる虹など、船から見えるハワイの景色もとても綺麗でしたし、クジラを探す間も全く退屈しませんでした。とても楽しく過ごすことができたので、また機会があれば是非参加したいです。
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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: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/18 |
Reviewed by: らりるママ
The tour was somehow carried out despite the strong winds before Christmas in December. In a review, it mentioned that "the one-hour journey to the port was filled with various videos and explanations about dolphin ecology from the lively tour guide, leaving no time to sleep!" I thought this would be beneficial for the kids, so I chose this tour instead of just snorkeling.
However, it might depend on the guide for the day or perhaps due to the small number of participants and the use of a minivan, there weren't any detailed lessons, and most people ended up sleeping. Inside the vehicle, there was only an explanation about the $10 rental fee for wetsuits and a reminder to use the restroom before gathering. Of course, the only place to change is the restroom, so I recommend being fully prepared in advance.
The boat was a larger rubber boat! Depending on the location, your belongings might get wet and roll around. Once you sit down, it’s difficult to move or retrieve anything from your bag, so make sure to prepare sunscreen and sunglasses perfectly!
You have to straddle the edge of the boat like a rodeo, and the speed and impact are quite significant, so I wouldn’t recommend it for small children, elderly people, or those who lack physical confidence. Once we reached the open water, we put on snorkels, fins, and simple life jackets, then jumped straight off the edge of the rubber boat to go snorkeling!
According to the tour guide that day, there were "very friendly dolphins in great conditions," but perhaps due to the rain the day before, the visibility wasn't great. We chased a few dolphins drifting below and could see them from above… maybe. The guide gave us a description that it was the best, but I think moving around on a larger boat from a major company might have better points to explore. Alternatively, if you're looking for a guaranteed close encounter with dolphins, a park might provide a more fulfilling experience.
We snorkeled in two different locations for about 10 minutes each! The second time was for fish and coral viewing, but the spots weren't that impressive, so if you're hoping to see many colorful fish in a beautiful blue sea, I recommend shallow, clear waters suitable for snorkeling, like Hanauma Bay.
On the way back, it was extremely cold, and on top of that, there was a $50 charge for the photos taken by the accompanying photographer (optional), as well as tips for the crew. The tour lasted about two hours, and there were no showers or changing facilities, making it difficult to stop anywhere else on the way back, so you would need to return to the hotel to change. Considering the costs and time commitment, I wonder if it’s worth it?
Well, if this is your first time experiencing activities in Hawaii, it might be a good memory to go at least once… Honestly, it seemed a bit lacking for high school-aged kids.
12月のクリスマス前の強風の元、どうにか決行されました。
書き込みで、「港までの約一時間のみちのりは、ノリのよい添乗員さんのイルカの生態など様々なビデオや説明に寝る暇もない!」とあり、ただのシュノーケリングだけでなく、その様なことも子供にはありがたいと思い、こちらのツアーを選びました。
ただ、たぶんその日の担当にもよるのか、はたまた人数が少なくて、ミニバンだったためか、詳しい授業などなく、ほとんどの方が寝ていました。
車内では、ウェットスーツのレンタル代
10ドルの説明とトイレを済ませて、集合とのことくらい。もちろん着替える場所は、トイレくらいなので事前に準備万端にしていくことをお薦めします。
ボートはゴムボートの大きめのもの!
荷物も場所によっては、濡れるし、転がります。一度座ると場所を動くことも荷物の中からなにかを取り出すことも困難なので、日焼け止めやサングラスなども完璧に準備をしましょう!
ボートのヘリにロデオのように跨ぎ、スピードも衝撃もかなりあるので、小さいお子さんや年配の方や体力に自信がないかたにはお薦めしません。
沖に着いたらシュノーケルと足ヒレと簡易なライフジャケットをつけ、いきなりゴムボートのヘリから飛び込み、シュノーケリング!
その日は、添乗員さんいわく「とてもいい状況にとてもフレンドリーなイルカ」とのことでしたが、前日の雨のせいか透明度は今一つ、下に漂っているイルカを何頭か追いかけ、上からみれた!…かな…てきな感じでした。
添乗員さんからは、最高!のような説明も受けましたが、やはり大手の大きめなボートで動き回り、他の最良のポイントも有りかな?
もしくは、イルカとの間近での確実な出会いやふれあいを求めるならパークなどの方が充実感があるように感じました。
シュノーケリングも場所を代えて約10分位を2回!2回目はお魚や珊瑚鑑賞でしたが、やはりポイントしては今一つなので、青い海で沢山のカラフルな魚達をご希望のかたは、浅瀬の綺麗な海(シュノーケリングに適したハナウマなど)をお薦めします。
帰りはとにかく寒くて、おまけに最後に同行したカメラマンの撮ってくださったお写真50ドル(希望者のみ)、とクルーへのチップがいります。
約二時間位のツアーで、シャワーも着替えるところもなく、帰りに他に立ち寄るには厳しい状況なので一度ホテルに帰り着替えなくてはならないので、かなり費用と拘束時間を考えるといかがなものでしょうか?
まあ、ハワイやその様なこともアクティビティーが、はじめてなら1度行かれるても良い思い出になるかと思われますが…
正直なところ高校生くらいの若い子達には物足りなかったようです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/23 |
Reviewed by: zuan
In mid-November, I participated with my family of four. We have a 10-year-old and a 7-year-old. This was the second time for my 10-year-old daughter and me, as we participated four years ago. We repeated it because we had such wonderful memories.
On the morning of the event, we took a bus from a hotel near our accommodation to the west coast. As soon as we arrived, we ate malasadas and boarded the boat. After a while, the captain spotted a pod of dolphins, so we stopped the boat, put on wetsuits and life jackets, and everyone dove in. We were able to see a pod of dolphins gracefully swimming just a few meters below us. There were several pods, so each time we discovered one, we swam close to them. My 7-year-old son was greatly helped by the staff, who used something like a float to stay with him the whole time. Thanks to that, I was able to concentrate.
We were able to see the dolphins quite closely, and even after getting back on the boat, there were mother and baby dolphins around the boat, jumping and playing, allowing us to see many wild dolphins. That memory continues to energize me even now that I am back in Japan.
At the very end, when most people had already gotten back on the boat, a sea turtle swam by, and those who were still in the water got to see it right in front of them, which was disappointing for me since I had already come up. We also got to experience canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding, and the content was packed, so I was very satisfied this time as well! Thank you very much!!
11月半ばに、家族四人で参加しました。
10歳と7歳の子連れです。
10歳の長女と私の二人は、四年前にも参加したので、2度目でした。
とても楽しい思い出だったために、リピートしました。
当日の朝、宿泊先の近くのホテルから、バスに乗り西海岸まで移動しました。
到着してすぐに、マラサダを食べ、ボートに乗り込みました。
しばらくして、船長がイルカの群れを発見、とのことで、ボートを停めて、ウェットスーツにライフジャケットを着けて、みんなでダイブ。
数メートル下を優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れを見ることが出来ました。
いくつかのイルカの群れがあったので、発見する度に、群れの近くまで泳ぎました。
7歳の息子は、スタッフの方が浮き輪のような物を使い、ずっと一緒にいてくれたので、とっても助かりました。
お陰様で、集中することが出来ました。
かなり近くで、イルカを見ることが出来、またボートに上がってからも、ボートの周りでイルカの親子がいたり、ジャンプしていたり、と沢山の野生のイルカを見ることが出来、その思い出が、日本に帰ってきた今でも、活力になっています。
ほとんどの人がボートに上がってしまった最後の最後に、海亀が一匹泳いできて、まだ海の中にいた人達は、
目の前で見られ、先に上がってしまった私は、残念でした。
カヌーやサップも体験できたり、盛り沢山の内容で、今回も大満足でした!
どうもありがとうございました!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/21 |
Reviewed by: はるなつ
I really wanted to swim with dolphins, and since my return flight was later in the day, I participated on my last day in Hawaii. During the trip there, I received a thorough explanation from the Japanese staff, allowing us to board the boat without wasting much time. While we were searching for dolphins, there were additional necessary explanations, which made it easy for us to get into the water smoothly.
We encountered a pod of spinner dolphins, and there were baby dolphins among them. The pod swam back and forth, allowing us to see the dolphins up close multiple times. Some even performed spin jumps for us. We were lucky enough to see a turtle as well.
I had packed my schedule too tightly, and I only had the last day available, but I managed to squeeze it in and created wonderful memories at the very end. I wouldn't recommend going on the last day due to luggage concerns, but I do recommend it as you can have a fulfilling half-day experience.
The names "Junior High" and "University" made it feel very friendly, almost like a school. It seemed like the age range for participation was broad, from children to adults. They also provide life jackets for safety, and I hope to come back with my mother next time.
イルカとどうしても泳ぎたくて、帰国日の便が遅めだったので、ハワイ最終日に参加しました。
行きの移動中、日本人スタッフから丁寧な説明を受け、時間をほとんど無駄にすることなく船に乗せてもらえました。乗船してイルカを探しに行っている間にも、さらに必要な説明がありました。そのためスムーズに海に入ることが出来ました。
ハシナガイルカの群れに会い、子供のイルカがいました。群れは行ったり来たりしてくれて、何度もイルカを近くで見ることが出来ました。中にはスピンジャンプしてくれるのもいました。運良くカメにも会えました。
予定を詰めすぎて、最終日しか空いておらず、無理に入れましたが最後の最後に良い思い出が出来ました。荷物のこともあるので、最終日に行くのはオススメしないですが、半日でかなり充実した時間を過ごせるのでオススメします。
中学、大学という名前がついていて、学校のようですごく親しみやすかったです。参加できる年齢の幅は子供から大人まで広いように感じました。救命のための胴衣も貸してくれますし、今度は母とも来れたら良いなと思いました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/08 |
Reviewed by: Tiffany
It was an early morning pick-up. I thought I would sleep on the bus, but I couldn't because the guide gave an explanation about the tour. (laughs)
On the bus, they ask if you want to rent a wetsuit. I think almost everyone rented one this time. It costs $10, but I didn't feel cold, and it gave me a sense of security.
When we arrived at the port, we put on our wetsuits and set off. They keep anything that might get wet in a case. You can leave your waterproof camera, drinks, and towel on the seat, but I was worried they might blow away in the wind, and since I wasn't cold, I didn't use my towel during the tour. It felt nice to dip my feet off the boat.
If there are dolphins, you jump off the boat and swim towards them, following the guide's call. It's quite intense.
When entering the sea from the boat, I was anxious because I can't swim and was entering deep water where I couldn't touch the bottom, but they provide a long float for those who aren't confident in swimming, and the guide is attentive, which made me feel safe.
It's quite tiring, so I thought, "That's enough, I'll just rest on the boat," but since I participated, I recommend going into the water multiple times to swim with the dolphins!
I felt more comfortable in the water than on the stationary boat, even though I took motion sickness medication, I didn't get seasick.
When we returned to the port to change, there were no changing rooms, so all the women changed in the restroom. It would be cold to go home just wearing a swimsuit, so I think it's better to change.
I had some anxiety before participating in the tour, but once I did it, it was no big deal.
I had a lot of fun! (^_^)
朝早くのお迎えです。バスの中で寝ようと思ってましたがガイドのお姉さんのツアーの説明があり眠れず。。(笑)
バスの中でウエットスーツを借りるか借りないか聞かれます。今回ほとんどみんな借りていたと思います。10ドルかかりますが寒さも感じなかったし、安心感もあります。
港についてウエットスーツを着て出発、濡れたら困る物はケースに入れて預かってくれます。カメラ(防水)と飲み物、タオルはイスの上に置いておけますが風で飛ばされそうだし寒くなかったので私はツアー中タオルは使いませんでした。船から足を出して乗るのが気持ちよかったです。
イルカが居たら船から飛び込んでイルカの方に泳いで行きます。ガイドさんがこっちでーす!と呼ぶ方へ。かなりハードです。
船から海に入る時、私は泳げないし足のつかない深い海に入るのが不安だったのですが、ライフジャケットの他に泳ぎに自信の無い人用に長細い浮くやつを貸して貰えますしガイドさんも気にしてくれるので安心でした。
かなり疲れるので、もういいや~船で休んでよう。。と思っちゃいますが、せっかく参加したのだから何度も海に入ってイルカと泳ぐのがオススメです!
船酔いも止まってる船にいるよりも、海に入ってた方が楽な気がします。
私は酔い止めも飲みましたが、船酔いはしませんでした。
港に戻って着替えるのですが更衣室などは無いので女性はみんなトイレで着替えてました。水着の上に羽織って帰るのは寒いし着替えた方が良いと思います。
ツアーに参加する前は不安もありましたが、やってみたらナンて事ないです。
とっても楽しかったです!(^_^)
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
Reviewed by: ごよどら
Last year, I watched dolphins from a boat, and this summer, I saw sea turtles basking on the northern coast. I thought that someday I would like to swim with them in the ocean, so my husband and I enrolled in this tour. Even though Hawaii is known for its warm weather, the temperatures aren't very high at this time of year, so we received information beforehand that the water would be cold. Thanks to that, wearing wetsuits for snorkeling was definitely the right choice. The sea was calm with no waves, and the visibility was clear down to the seabed. The excitement of encountering a large group of dolphins in that environment was something only students of this school could experience. With appropriate guidance from Julie and the other instructors, the dolphins felt safe enough to approach and swim with us.
Additionally, we saw three sea turtles sleeping on the seabed, but when we entered the classroom (the ocean), they woke up and gracefully showcased their swimming skills. Watching their elegant movements, we, who initially struggled with swimming using fins, naturally began to swim like the dolphins with a dolphin kick!?
The reason we were able to have such a meaningful class was that Julie and the instructors created a fun atmosphere on the boat while ensuring safety measures were in place. This allowed the students to unite and adhere to the rules. I hope to have the opportunity to return again in the summer and would love to retake the course.
昨年、イルカを船上からウォッチし、今夏はノースの海岸で甲羅干しをしていたウミガメを見て、いつかは海の中で一緒に泳ぎたいと思い、このツアーに夫婦で入学しました。常夏のハワイと言っても、今の時期は気温もそんなに高くならないので、海中は冷たいとの情報を事前に頂いていたおかげで、ウエットスーツを着用してシュノーケリングをしたのは大正解でした。波もなく、穏やかな海の中で海底まで透き通って見え、その中でのイルカの大群に出会えた時の感激はこの学校の生徒でなければ味わえないものでした。授業を進めるジュリーさんはじめ、インストラクターの方々の適切な指示によって、イルカ先生も安心して近づいて一緒に泳いでくれました。
また、ウミガメ大先生も3匹も海底で寝ていましたが、私たち生徒が教室(海中)に入っていくとお目覚めとなって、優雅な泳ぎを披露してくました。その優雅な泳ぎを見て、フィンを付けての泳ぎに最初はぎこちなかった私たちも自然とイルカ先生と同じようにドルフィンキックで泳げるようになった!?
今回、非常に有意義な授業を受けることができたのは、ジュリーさんはじめインストラクターの方々が楽しく船上を盛り上げ且つ安全対策をしっかり講じてくれていたからこそ、生徒が団結でき学則?をしっかり守ることができたからだと思います。夏季に再び行く機会があるので、是非再履修したいと思います。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/05 |
Reviewed by: ワタナベ
I was recommended by a friend and participated as a monitor! We boarded the bus at 6 AM while it was still dark, and received explanations about the dolphins from our humorous class representative, Sue, as well as information about snorkeling. I was excited to hear that dolphins can understand our feelings!
The sea began to come into view from the bus, calm and with perfect weather! My mood was already at its peak from inside the bus (laughs). We received ginger anti-nausea tablets for free, and everyone in our class took them. (I actually didn’t feel nauseous!)
The water was warm, but the wind felt very cold on our bodies after being splashed with seawater, so I rented a wetsuit for $10. After the experience, I strongly felt it was worth it to rent one. In fact, even those who are sensitive to the cold might find it chilly even while wearing a wetsuit!
When we arrived at the site and got off the bus, we were greeted by a gentle sea breeze and the sunrise. We stretched in the refreshing weather and then boarded the boat! We rode on a boat that looked like two banana boats stuck together, speeding off in search of dolphins! Along the way, we also saw a sea turtle floating comfortably.
We were able to see the mountain scenery known as the "Hand of God." After about 30 minutes on the boat, the captain signaled that dolphins had been spotted!! We hurriedly put on our fins and masks, and with the signal to go, we jumped into the sea! (Those who are afraid of the sea might hesitate here... but if you don’t jump in quickly, you won’t see the dolphins.)
We all swam hard after the fast Sue, moving away from the boat. When Sue said, "Look down!" and we looked down, there were dolphins swimming happily below us!! There were about 20 of them. There were baby dolphins too, and I almost lost it from their cuteness (laughs).
After that, we returned to the boat and were told we could dive in again! We were able to see even more dolphins up close this time—so adorable! In our class, there was a 5-year-old boy who was scared and didn’t go into the water the first time, but he joined us for dolphin watching with the adults the second time (^^).
And surprisingly, we had another chance to dive! Those who were tired could take a break, but we all went together. Then we could hear the voices of the dolphins!! It was moving!! They were chattering away, giving me goosebumps! After the third snorkeling session, we were served warm tea on the boat.
However, snorkeling uses quite a bit of energy, so I recommend that those who lack stamina or aren’t confident in swimming enjoy at their own pace. (You can definitely get through it with excitement, though (laughs)).
In the second session, we moved to a snorkeling spot to meet the sea turtles, but the sea turtle was unexpectedly absent (laughs). I thought it couldn’t be helped since it’s nature, and I leisurely watched the fish. I had brought an underwater camera, so I took a lot of pictures here. During the dolphin session, I was too focused on swimming and taking it all in, so I think it’s best to watch without anything in hand.
Sue and the cameraman dove down to get sea urchins and other mysterious creatures (laughs), which was quite interesting! After returning to the boat, we enjoyed some Danish and cheese snacks. Sweet food is the best for a tired body!
On the way back, the boat felt a bit cold again. A wetsuit is definitely essential. I heard that if we were lucky, we might see a whale, but we didn’t see one—what a shame!
When we returned to the dock, we took photos together and changed clothes in the restroom to wrap up the day. The group photo was emailed to us later—so nice! We also received eco-bags as graduation souvenirs! Apparently, the title is "Junior High School Graduate" (laughs).
On the bus ride back, everyone was fast asleep (laughs). I made such wonderful memories! Next time, I want to visit Dolphin University or meet the manta rays (^^). I truly made fantastic
友人にお勧めされ、モニターで参加してきました!まだ暗い朝6時にバスに乗り込み、ユーモアたっぷり学級委員長のスーさんによるイルカ先生の説明や、シュノーケルについての説明を受けました。
イルカは私たちの気持ちがわかるということを聞いてワクワク感が高まりました!
バスから見えはじめた海は穏やかで、天気も抜群!バスの中からすでに気分は最高潮でした(笑)
ジンジャーでできた酔い止めを無料で頂いて、私たちのクラスの人はみんな飲んでいました。
(実際に酔いませんでした!)
海の中は温かいけど、海水を浴びた体に風が当たると非常に寒いとのことで、ウェットスーツを10ドルでレンタルしました。体験後、借りてよかったと強く思いました。むしろ寒がりの人はウェットスーツ着ていても寒いぐらいです!
現地についてバスを降りると穏やかな海風と日の出がお出迎え。
すがすがしい天気の中ストレッチをして、いざ乗船!
バナナボートを2つくっつけたような船に乗り、結構なスピードでイルカ探し!
途中でウミガメ先生が気持ちよさそうにプカプカ浮いている姿も見ることができました。
神の手?とよばれている山の景色も見ることができました。
そして30分くらい船に乗った後、船長からイルカ発見!!との合図。
急いでフィンをつけて、マスクをつけ、GO!の合図で海にドボン!(海が怖い人は、ここですこし戸惑ってしまうかも…でもすぐ入らないとイルカ先生は見られません)
泳ぎの速いスーさんのあとにみんなで一生懸命ついていき、船から離れます。
スーさんの「下見て!」の合図で下を向くと、そこには気持ちよさそうに泳ぐイルカ先生が!!
ざっと20匹ぐらいいました。子供イルカもいて、あまりの可愛さにおもわず発狂しかけました(笑)
そのあと一回船に戻り、もう1度見られるということで海にダイブ!
1回目よりも多くのイルカを近くで見られました~本当にかわいい!
同じクラスには5歳の男の子がいて、1回目は怖がって海には入らなかったのですが、2回目には大人に交じってみんなでイルカウォッチングできました(^^)
そしてなんと、もう1回潜れるチャンスがあるとのこと!
疲れた人は休憩でOKなのですが、みんなで行きました。
するとイルカ先生の声が聞けました~!!感動!!キューキューおしゃべりしていて、鳥肌モノです!
3回目のシュノーケルの後には温かいお茶を船上でふるまってくれました。
ただ、1回のシュノーケルで結構な体力を使うので、体力がなくて泳ぎに自信がない方は自分のペースで楽しむことをお勧めします。(結構テンションで乗り切れる感じもしますが(笑))
2時限目にはウミガメ先生に会いにシュノーケルスポットを移動したのですが、ウミガメ先生はまさかの無断欠勤(笑)
こればっかりは自然のことなので、しょうがないかなと思いつつお魚さんたちをゆったりとウォッチングしました。
水中カメラを持って行っていたので、私はここで写真をたくさん撮りました。イルカ先生のときは泳ぐのと目に焼き付けるのに必死すぎて、手ぶらで見るのが1番だと思います。
スーさんやカメラマンさんがウニやよくわからない生物(笑)を潜ってとってきてくれてなかなかおもしろかったです!
船に戻り、デニッシュとチーズの軽食を頂きました。疲れた体には甘い食べ物が1番ですね!
帰りの船はやはり少し寒く感じました。やっぱりウェットスーツは必須ですね。
運が良ければ、クジラ大先生も見られるとの話でしたが見られませんでした~残念!
船着き場に戻ってみんなで写真を撮ってトイレでお着替えをして終了です。
みんなでの写真は後日メールで送られてきました~うれしい!
そして卒業記念品にエコバッグ頂きました!肩書きは「中卒」らしいです(笑)
帰りのバスではみんな爆睡(笑)とっても素敵な思い出ができました!
今度はイルカ大学か、マンタ先生にもお会いしたいな~(^^)
本当に素敵な思い出ができました!また絶対イルカ先生に会いに行きます☆
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/02 |
Reviewed by: rozeyose
I was looking forward to the whale watching. On the day of the tour, we were blessed with clear skies and headed to the pickup location with high expectations. When we arrived, the person who greeted us was a woman who couldn't speak Japanese, but when I communicated that I couldn't speak English, she explained everything multiple times using gestures and slow pronunciation. We headed to the port in one car with another Western couple. As a result, there were only four of us on this day’s optional tour. It was quite nerve-wracking to be the only Japanese people, just my husband and I, among the staff and participants, but the staff was very friendly and quickly eased our worries. As soon as we set sail, they served us drinks and light snacks. With the clear weather, I was first moved by the blue sea and sky, the horizon stretching endlessly, and when I looked back, I could see Honolulu across the sea, which was breathtaking. Along the way, a pod of dolphins swam alongside the boat for a while, and we took lots of photos and videos. Since it was just the beginning of the whale watching season, we didn’t encounter any whales, but the private feel of the cruising experience was more than worth the cost of the optional tour. (Of course, they also provided us with a re-boarding ticket for the same season.) During the cruise, they kindly lent me a jacket when they saw I was cold from the wind, took photos for us, and offered us drinks before we even finished the previous ones. Their attentive service was truly exceptional.
楽しみにしていたホエールウォッチング。当日は快晴に恵まれて期待してピックアップ場所に向かいました。ピックアップ場所に現れたのは日本語が伝わらない女性でしたが、こちらも英語が話せないことを伝えると、身振り手振りとゆっくりとした発音で何度も説明してくれました。港へは別の西洋人カップル?と一台の車で向かいました。結果、この日のオプショナルツアー体験者はこの四人だけでした。スタッフも体験者も含めて日本人が私達夫婦二人だけという大変不安な船出でしたが、スタッフの方も大変気さくに話してくださりすぐに不安も無くなりました。出港するとすぐに飲み物と軽食を出してくれました。快晴ということもあり、青い海と空にまず感動、海の先はどこまでも続く水平線、後ろをみると海越しのホノルル、それだけでも感動でした。途中、イルカの群れがしばらく船と一緒に泳いでくれて写真や動画をとりまくりました。ホエールウォッチングのシーズンが始まったばかりということもあり、ホエールには出会うことができませんでしたが、プライベート感抜群のクルージングだけでオプショナルツアー代金以上の感動でした。(もちろん同シーズンの再乗船券はくれました)クルーズ中、風で寒がっている私を見て上着を貸してくれたり、写真を撮ってくれたり飲み物が飲み終わらないうちに次の飲み物をすすめてくれたり本当に手厚い対応をしてくださいました。
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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: | 2014/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/02 |
Reviewed by: TAゆい
I had a reservation at 8 o'clock, but I was informed that it was changed to 11 o'clock. However, when they contacted me again, I couldn't answer the phone. When I called back, they said they didn't understand Japanese... Although I was a bit flustered, I managed to understand that the pickup time had changed, and I was able to participate in the tour without any issues!
There were only my husband and me as Japanese participants, so I felt a bit anxious, but the staff were friendly, and the language barrier didn't matter at all! Unfortunately, we couldn't see the whales, but we were able to see sea turtles and a pod of dolphins!! They mentioned that if we didn't see any whales, we could try again, but this time the schedule didn't match.
However, I definitely want to see whales someday, so if I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I will definitely sign up for the same tour. Even though we couldn't see the whales, I really enjoyed the cruise, so it was very worthwhile!
8時に予約していたのですが、あちらから、11時に変更になったと連絡がありました。しかし、再度あちらから連絡があった際、電話に出ることが出来ず。かけ直すと、日本語はわからないとのこと…ちょっと焦りながらも、どうにかピックアップ時間が変更になったことを聞き取れることができ、ツアーに無事参加することが出来ました!
ツアー参加の日本人は、私と主人だけだったので、少し不安でしたが、スタッフの皆さんフレンドリーで言葉の壁なんて関係ありませんでした!
残念ながら、肝心のホエールは見れませんでしたが、ウミガメとイルカの群れを見ることが出来ました!!
見れなかったら再度チャレンジ!ってことだったのですが、今回は日程が合いませんでした。
でも、いつか絶対ホエールを見たいので、ハワイに行く機会があれば、必ずまた同じツアーに申し込みたいと思います。
ホエールを見れなくても、クルーズを楽しめたので凄く価値がありました!
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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: | 2014/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/01 |
Reviewed by: mayu
We encountered a pod of dolphins as soon as we set out to sea, and we were also able to see sea turtles. The dancing on the boat and the captain's hamburgers were delicious. I really enjoyed the hula lesson too!
海に出てすぐにイルカの群れに出会えたし、ウミガメも見ることが出来ました。
船上でのダンスや、船長のハンバーガーも美味しかったです。
フラレッスンもとても楽しめました!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/01 |
Reviewed by: さちゃん
I participated with a friend. We signed up for a members-only monitor tour. Since we used this service during our last trip to Hawaii, we decided to go with them again this time. The printed voucher mentioned that we should contact the tour company for final confirmation of our reservation by 5 PM the day before, so I called (I don't remember needing to contact them during our last visit, so it might just be for the monitor tour).
We had a reservation for the second session at 10:30, but the staff member who answered the phone said, "Due to the availability of reservations, we will have to move you to the first session." I thought it was understandable since it was a monitor tour, but I would have appreciated at least a hint of consideration for our schedule (laughs).
On the day of participation, we gathered at the entrance of the Hyatt Hotel. It seemed like the Hyatt entrance was a meeting point for various tours, as there were many people. The vehicle for Dolphin Junior was a flashy yellow school bus, so we boarded without getting lost. Since it was an early morning tour, I was honestly quite sleepy, but the instructor was very good at explaining! I was able to enjoy listening to her explanations. On the way to our destination on the west coast, we passed by a park famous for the tree from the song "This Tree, What Tree," and the instructor pointed out good photo opportunities (laughs).
After arriving at our destination, we rented wetsuits (for a fee of $10) and headed out to sea by boat. The wind was quite strong that day, creating whitecaps. The boat was rocking a lot, and a few participants were feeling unwell. I was initially worried about whether we would be able to see dolphins with such waves, but after about 10 minutes, we spotted them! We were able to see a group of about 20 dolphins. We then repeatedly swam with the dolphins by jumping into the sea ahead of their path, and we were able to swim with them a total of three times!
After swimming with the dolphins, we went snorkeling to look for fish and turtles. The water was murky, likely due to the high waves, so we couldn't see the fish clearly. I saw turtles come up to the surface to breathe twice from the boat. During my last participation, I was able to swim with two turtles while snorkeling, so I think it just depends on luck.
That said, I was very satisfied to have swum with the main attraction, the dolphins, three times! The staff on the boat were all very kind and friendly. I definitely want to use this service again next time.
友人と二人で参加。
会員限定モニターツアーに申し込みました。前回のハワイ旅行でも利用させていただいたので、今回もこちらで。
印刷したバウチャーに、予約前日の17時までにツアー会社に予約内容最終確認のため連絡するよう書いてあったので電話しました(前回利用時には連絡した覚えがなかったので、モニターツアーだけかもしれません)。
二部の10:30からの予約だったのですが、電話に出たスタッフさんが「予約の空き状況の都合上、一部での参加にさせていただきます」と一言。モニターツアーですし仕方ないかなとは思いましたが、こちらの予定を伺う素振りくらいは見せて欲しかったです(笑)
参加当日、ハイアットホテルの玄関に集合。ハイアット玄関口はいろんなツアーの集合場所になっているみたいで、たくさん人がいました。イルカ中学は黄色いスクールバスのような派手な車だったので、迷うことなく乗車。朝早いツアーだったので、正直かなり眠かったのですが、インストラクターのお姉さんのお話がとても上手!楽しく説明を聞くことができました。目的地の西海岸に向かう途中に「♩このー木なんの木」で有名な木がある公園近くを通るので、お姉さんがシャッターチャンスも教えてくれます(笑)
目的地到着後、ウェットスーツを借りて(有料10ドル)、ボートで海へ。この日は結構風が強く、白波が立ってました。ボートの揺れが激しく、一緒に参加された方でダウンしている人も何人かいました。
こんなに波があってイルカちゃんが見えるのか…?と最初不安になりましたが、10分ほどでイルカ発見。20頭ほどの群れを見ることができました〜。その後もイルカが通る道を先回りして、海に飛び込んで、を繰り返して、合計3回イルカと泳ぐことができました!
イルカと泳いだ後は、魚とカメを探してシュノーケル。波が高いせいか水中が濁り、魚もはっきりとは見れませんでした。カメはボート上で呼吸をしに水面に上がってきたのを2回見ました。
前回参加時はシュノーケル中にカメ2匹と泳げたので、こればかりは運だと思います。
とはいえ、メインのイルカと3回も一緒に泳げたので大満足です!
船に乗っていたスタッフさんも皆さん優しかったですし、とてもフレンドリーでした。
次回も是非利用したいです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Y.R&K
We gathered at 9 AM and took a bus for about 30 minutes to the port. During the bus ride, they provided detailed explanations about the types of dolphins, precautions, and how to use the equipment. If you are prone to motion sickness, it’s a good idea to take some medication on the bus!
Once we arrived at the port, those who needed it could rent a wetsuit for $10. When I participated, everyone, both men and women, rented one. The water was a bit cold during this time.
And off we go to meet the dolphins! Just when I thought, "They’re not coming out," I spotted a dolphin's fin! With the guide's excited shout of "There it is!", we quickly got our gear ready and jumped into the sea from the boat. I was truly thrilled to see a pod of dolphins up close!
Next, we moved to meet the turtles. While we could see the dolphins very closely, the turtles were so close that we could almost reach out to them! (Please do not touch them.) We were able to see about 4 to 5 turtles and had a wonderful time.
The staff and guides were very friendly, making the tour enjoyable. I initially hesitated to join, but it turned out to be the best tour I participated in during my trip to Hawaii!
朝9時集合、バスに30分程乗り港へ向かいます。
バスの中では、イルカの種類や注意事項、用具の使用方法など丁寧に説明してくれます◎
酔いやすい方は、バスの中で酔い止めを飲んでおくと良いかと!
港についてから、必要な方は10ドルでウェットスーツを借りることができます。
私が参加した際は男女全員借りてました。この時期は少し水か冷たい><
いざ!イルカ先生にあいに!
「なかなかでてこないなー」と思っていると、イルカの背びれが!
ガイドさんの「いたー!」という声とともに、すぐに装備を完璧にしてボートから海に飛び込みます。間近にイルカの群れを見ることができ、本当に感激しました!!
次はカメにあいに移動をします。
イルカも本当に間近で見ることができましたが、カメは手に届くほどの近さで見ることができました!(※触ってはいけません)
4.5匹ほど見ることができ、とても素敵な時間を過ごすことが出来ました。
スタッフさん、ガイドさんもとても気さくな方達で楽しくツアーに参加出来ました。
はじめは参加を悩んでいましたが、ハワイ旅行の中で一番参加してよかったと思えたツアーでした!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/19 |
Reviewed by: YA-KO
Meeting wild dolphins can be influenced by weather and sea conditions, and sometimes you may not see them at all (in fact, the day before, they hadn't seen any dolphins for the first time in six months), so I was a bit worried while traveling on the bus, even as we listened to various explanations.
Fortunately, the day we participated had wonderful weather and calm seas, and within 30 seconds of boarding, we spotted a pod of dolphins, which was the best possible condition. We were able to see wild dolphins and sea turtles, and it was truly moving. Seeing dozens of dolphins just a few meters away was breathtaking!
Our guide, Su-san, mentioned that dolphins like to play with plastic bags discarded by humans, and I was surprised to actually witness this scene. The dolphins playing were a mother and her baby, which made it an unforgettable moment because they were so adorable.
Afterward, we moved on and were able to see sea turtles and colorful tropical fish. It was heartwarming to see the turtles occasionally poking their heads above the water to breathe.
After snorkeling, we cruised for a while searching for whales, but unfortunately, we couldn't see any. However, we did get to see dozens of dolphins again, and I was satisfied to see them perform spinning jumps multiple times.
Due to the season, it can be cold in the mornings and evenings, and there are jellyfish in the water, so I was glad to have borrowed a wetsuit (for a fee of $10). For those who are not used to swimming or are inexperienced with snorkeling, it might be a little scary to enter the water at first, but the wetsuit helps you float, making it easier to move around in the sea.
Lastly, although it’s called a cruise, this tour involves jumping straight into the sea, so we traveled on a boat-like vessel. Even in calm waters, it rocked a bit, and I felt a little seasick, as did some other participants. I think taking motion sickness medication would help you enjoy the experience 100%.
There is also a dedicated photographer on board, so you can purchase beautiful photos later that you wouldn't be able to capture on your own!
野生のイルカ達に会うのは、天候や海の状況などによって左右され、時には会えない事もあるようなので(実際に前日は、半年ぶりに会えなかったとのこと)バスの移動中、色々説明を聞きながらも心配していました。
幸い私達が参加した日は、素晴らしい天気と穏やかな海、乗船して30秒でイルカの群れ発見というベストなコンディションに恵まれ、野生のイルカ達やウミガメに会うことが出来、とても感動しました。何十頭ものイルカを何メートルか先で見ることが出来るのは圧巻でした!
ガイドのすーさんからの説明で、イルカが人が捨てたスーパーの袋で遊ぶのが好きという話を聞いていたのですが、実際にその光景を目にする事も出来てビックリしました。その遊んでいたイルカが親子だったのが、本当に可愛かったので忘れられない場面になりました。
その後移動して、ウミガメや色とりどりの熱帯魚にも会うことができました。ウミガメは呼吸をするために、時々水面から首を出す姿が微笑ましかったです。
シュノーケル後、クジラを探して暫くクルージングしましたが、残念ながらクジラは見る事はできませんでしたが、また何十頭ものイルカを見ることができました。回転ジャンプも何度も見れて満足しました。
時期的に、朝晩や海から上がった後は寒く、クラゲも発生しているそうなので、ウエットスーツを貸してもらって良かったです。(有料10ドル)
泳ぎに不慣れな人や、シュノーケリング未経験者の人は、最初は海に入るのが少し怖いかもしれませんが、ウエットスーツが浮くので、海の中でも移動しやすいと思います。
最後に、クルーズといっても、このツアーは海にすぐ飛び込むので、ボートのような船で移動します。穏やかな海でも揺れるので、少し酔いましたし、他の参加者の方も酔われていました。酔い止めを飲んだ方が、100%楽しめると思います。
船専属のカメラマンさんも同行するので、個人では撮りきれない素敵な写真を後で購入できますよ!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/23 |
Reviewed by: べいすたん
I had signed up for the Dolphin Middle School program, but due to boat maintenance on the day, I ended up participating in the Dolphin University program. Overall, it was a very enjoyable tour! Here’s my experience at Dolphin University.
During the bus ride from Waikiki to the west coast, our class representative (guide) gave us a lecture on how to swim to meet the dolphins. Whether or not we would see dolphins depended on luck, as they are wild. There were days when we couldn't see them, and I heard that yesterday the tour was canceled due to strong winds. We received motion sickness medication on the bus, and those who wanted to could pay a $10 fee for a wetsuit.
When we arrived at the port, we enjoyed Leonard's "Masalada," which we had taken out along the way. Although it wasn't freshly made anymore due to the bus ride, I think it’s a good deal if you can eat without waiting in line.
We changed into our swimsuits and set sail! Shortly after departing, we spotted a pod of dolphins. We jumped into the sea from the moving boat! Once in the water, we swam hard to keep up with our guide, eagerly searching for dolphins.
Then, a dolphin swam right in front of us! There were even mother and baby dolphins! At times, dolphins passed directly beneath me. I also frequently heard the mystical sounds of dolphins chirping underwater. Although we were supposed to swim for about 30 minutes, I felt it was long enough as we kept swimming the whole time.
After that, we moved to another location by boat and spent just under an hour snorkeling, kayaking, and paddle surfing. We saw dolphins jumping from the boat during the move, and while snorkeling, I was able to swim alongside sea turtles!
I believe it was a valuable experience to swim together with dolphins while listening to their sounds in the Hawaiian sea! If I come back to Hawaii, I would definitely consider revisiting this tour.
イルカ中学の申し込みをしていましたが、当日ボートのメンテナンスとのことで、イルカ大学への参加となりました。総じてとても楽しいツアーでした!以下、イルカ大学の体験談です。
ワイキキから西側の海岸までバスで移動している間、学級委員(ガイド)さんからイルカに会うための泳ぎ方などのレクチャーを受けました。イルカに会えるかどうかは野生のイルカの為、運次第。会えない日もあったり、昨日は強風でツアー自体が中止になったそうです。バスの中で酔い止めの薬をもらい、また希望者は1人10ドルのウェットスーツ代を払いました。
港に着くと、途中でテイクアウトしたレナードの「マサラダ」をいただきました。バスの移動時間で出来立てホヤホヤでなくなりますが、並ばずに食べれるとしたらお得だと思います。
予め着てきた水着姿になり、いざ出航!
出航して間もなくイルカの群れを発見。走行中の船から海へ飛び込みました!海に入ってからはガイドさんについて必死に泳ぐ泳ぐ笑
泳いでは目を凝らしてイルカを探しました。
すると目の前をイルカが通り過ぎる!親子イルカも!自分の真下をイルカたちが通り過ぎることもありました。また海中ではイルカのキュイキュイという鳴き声も頻繁に聞こえ神秘的なひと時でした。時間としたら30分間泳げるそうですが、ずっと泳ぎ続きるので私は充分長く感じることができました。
その後は船で場所を移動し、1時間弱、シュノーケリングやカヤック、パドルサーフィンなどをして過ごしました。移動中の船からイルカジャンプが見れましたし、シュノーケリングではウミガメと一緒に泳ぐこともできました!
ハワイの海でイルカの声を聞きながら一緒に泳ぐことができ、貴重な体験ができたと思います!またハワイに来ることがあれば再訪しようかなと思えるツアーでした。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/26 |
Reviewed by: nyanko
I wanted to see dolphins up close!! With that feeling, I joined this tour ♪*
On the morning of the day, I received a call in my room, wondering what was going on. They asked if it was okay to change to the university tour because the private dolphin middle school had a shortage of participants. Although the content was slightly different from the middle school and the duration was longer, I didn't have any other plans, so I agreed to the change.
**☆This experience is about my enrollment in the prestigious Dolphin University☆**
I was picked up by bus, and it was fully booked that day. Since it takes time to move, we had a brief lecture on precautions for entering the sea and the rental of snorkeling gear. We also stopped by Leonard's, where the tour company staff bought malasadas for everyone. The weather was nice, but the water was a bit cold, so many people rented wetsuits due to the increased buoyancy.
During three tries, I was able to meet the dolphins twice ♡ And I was moved to hear their sounds!! While waiting for the next try, I saw the dorsal fins of the swimming dolphins (just seeing the fins increased my anticipation☆), and I was able to see baby dolphins jumping about three to four times, born during this season!
Also, dolphins are said to be very curious, and I was surprised to see them swimming right alongside the front of the boat for a long time. I also enjoyed seeing sea turtles and water sports (like kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding), making it an amazing time ♪
By the way, I can't swim at all (I can't do the breaststroke), but I decided to participate because I really wanted to see the dolphins up close. However, there were many staff members, and they helped those who couldn't swim by letting them hold onto floaties and assisting them in searching for dolphins, which made me feel at ease. (It would probably be more fun to swim on my own with my companions, but it can't be helped ^^;)
Since I didn't participate in the dolphin middle school, the content might be different, but if you have the time, I recommend Dolphin University (it seems to be the same tour company) ☆*
イルカを間近で見てみたい!!
そんな気持ちでこのツアーに参加させてもらいました♪*
当日朝、部屋に電話がかかってきて何事かと思っていたところ、
私立イルカ中学2便が人数不足のため、大学に変更でもよろしいですか?とのこと。
中学とは少し内容が違うため、時間が長いとのことでしたが他に予定も入れてなかったので変更してもらいました。
**☆この体験談は名門イルカ大学に入学したことを記載します☆**
バスでのお迎えでしたが、この日は満席でした。
移動に時間がかかるため、海に入る際の注意や貸出のシュノーケルなどの軽いレクチャーと
レナーズに立ち寄り、ツアー会社の方が全員分のマラサダを買って来てくれました。
天気は良かったのですが、海の中は少し寒いことや浮力が増すということで多くの方がウェットスーツを借りていました。
3回のトライで、2回もイルカたちに逢うことができたのです♡
しかも鳴き声も聞こえて感動!!
トライ待ちの移動では、泳ぐイルカたちの背びれや(背びれが見えるだけで期待感UP☆)、
この時期産まれた赤ちゃんイルカのジャンプも3~4回は見れました!
また、イルカは好奇心が旺盛らしく、
船の先頭というかスレスレの所をずーっと一緒に泳いでいたのにはびっくりしました。
その後の海ガメ先生やウォータースポーツ(カヤックやスタンドアップパドルなど)も楽しめ
サイコーの時間を過ごせました♪
ちなみに私、全く泳げない(平泳ぎがダメ)ですが、
どうしてもイルカを間近で見たくて参加を決めました。
ですがスタッフも多く、泳げない人には浮輪につかまらせてくれて
かかりきりでイルカ探しを手伝ってくれるので安心しました。
(自分で泳げた方が同行者とも一緒に楽しめるんでしょうが。。仕方ない^^;)
今回イルカ中学に参加ではなかったので内容は異なるかもしれませんが、
時間にも余裕があるならイルカ大学(同じツアー会社みたいです)をオススメします☆*
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/12 |
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Thank you for participating in the tour. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. Please join us again on your next visit to Hawaii.
ツアーへのご参加ありがとうございます。
楽しんでいただけたようで何よりです。
次回ハワイにいらっしゃる際にはツアーにまたご参加くださいませ。