Reviewed by: mana
Dan, who speaks Japanese fluently, guided us. The sea was clear, and we could see various fish. Along the way, we encountered a sea turtle swimming, which made me feel very happy. We swam a lot, so by the end, I was tired, but it was a truly valuable experience.
日本語ペラペラのDanさんが案内してくれました。海は澄んでいろんな魚も見れました。途中 ウミガメが泳いでいるところに遭遇し、とてもHappyな気分になりました。とてもたくさん泳いだので最後は疲れましたが とても貴重な体験ができました。
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/19 |
Reviewed by: musasabi
I checked the tide schedule and went, but the sandbar was only about knee-deep. However, during snorkeling, I was able to experience swimming alongside a turtle that had come out from hiding under the rocks. The lunch was satisfying in both taste and portion size. It was great that the boat had a restroom. I was warned to be careful of jellyfish, and the staff were catching them with nets, but since they were small, a few people got stung. However, the staff promptly provided careful treatment.
潮の満ち引きを調べては行きましたが、サンドバーは膝下半分ぐらいまででした。でも、シュノーケリングでは岩陰に隠れていた亀が出てきて一緒に泳ぐ感じが味わえました。ランチも味も量も満足できるものでした。船にトイレがついていたので、よかったです。クラゲに気をつけてくださいと注意を受け、スタッフの方も網で捕獲していましたが、小さいので刺された方が3、4名いました。でも、すぐにスタッフの方が丁寧に手当てしていました。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating this time. Swimming with the turtles is a precious experience, isn't it? We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。カメさんと一緒に泳ぐのは、貴重な体験ですよね!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/17 |
Reviewed by: yyf
The guide who accompanied us was Japanese (a woman named Yukiko), and she provided detailed guidance and support in Japanese, which was very helpful since we were participating with two preschoolers. When we asked for photos, she coordinated multiple shots with various backgrounds and poses, which made us very happy. (Although it was a family trip, it's not easy to get everyone in the same photo...) My 6-year-old daughter quickly got used to snorkeling. My 4-year-old son seemed to struggle with the snorkeling mask, but he enjoyed the underwater experience with goggles.
付いてくださったガイドの方が日本人(ユキコさんという女性)で、日本語によるきめ細やかな案内、対応をしていただけました。未就学児2人を連れての参加でしたので、とても助かりました。
写真をお願いすると、様々な背景、ポーズで何枚もコーディネートしてくださり、嬉しかったです。(家族旅行ですが、家族揃って写っている写真はなかなか撮れないので...)
6歳の娘はすっかりシュノーケリングに慣れました。4歳の息子はシュノーケリングのマスクが苦手なようでしたが、水中メガネで海中を楽しんでいました。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: ルルル
I was picked up at my hotel in Honolulu, and after about a 40-minute drive with the instructor and others, we arrived at the bay while listening to stories about Hawaii's traffic conditions. Since it's a protected beach, we watched a lecture video before entering. The way there was downhill, so I didn't need to take the shuttle. This beach is shallow, so it's more like playing in the water than snorkeling. However, it's suitable for families and beginners. The sea turtles are in deeper areas, but we were able to see a turtle eating on the rocks. The guide adjusts to your skill level, so I think you can participate with peace of mind.
ホノルルのホテルまで迎えに来てもらい、インストラクターさんの車で約40分、他の方と同乗でしたが、ハワイの交通事情等お話しを聞きながらドライブでベイに到着。自然保護されている浜なので入場までレクチャービデオ見たりします。行きは下りなのでシャトルに乗らずとも平気でした。この浜は浅いのでシュノーケリングというか水遊び的な感じですね。でもその分、家族連れでも初心者でも大丈夫。ウミガメは深いところにいるので泳いでいく場所に行きますが岩場でご飯食べるウミガメさんに会えました。ガイドさんもレベルに合わせてくれるので安心して参加できると思います。
Thank you for joining the tour. It was great to see the sea turtle, wasn't it? Recently, they haven't been coming to the shallows, so we have to go out to the ocean to find them. You were really lucky.
We look forward to seeing you again on another tour. Thank you. Mahalo!!
この度はツアーにご参加いただき、ありがとうございます。ウミガメさんにも会えて良かったですね。最近はなかなか浅瀬には来てくれませんので、私たちから沖までウミガメさんを探しに行かないと見れないのです。本当にラッキーでしたね。
ぜひまたツアーでお会いできるのをお待ちしております。ありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/17 |
Reviewed by: 初ハワイ!
I participated with my 8-year-old and 6-year-old children. The younger one, who was feeling anxious, relaxed thanks to Dan's smile and humor, and we were able to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind thanks to Chieko's thorough lecture. I was also impressed by the thoughtful considerations and advice on the beach, not just about snorkeling. If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I would definitely like to repeat this experience. Thank you very much! ☆
8歳と6歳の子供と参加しました。
不安に感じていた下の子も、ダンさんの笑顔とユーモアで緊張もほぐれ、チエコさんの丁寧なレクチャーのおかげで、安心して楽しむことができました。
シュノーケリングのことだけではなく、細かな配慮やビーチでのアドバイスにも感激しました。
またハワイに行く機会があれば、ぜひリピートさせていただきたいと思います。
ありがとうございました☆
Thank you for bringing your family on the tour. I'm really glad everyone enjoyed it.
If you get accustomed to breathing, even small children can see various fish while snorkeling. I believe that next time, you'll be more comfortable and have even more fun, so I hope your whole family will join us again. We are always here waiting for you.
Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
この度はご家族でツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございました。皆様に楽しんでいただけて本当に良かったです。
シュノーケリングは呼吸に慣れていただければ、小さなお子様でもいろんなお魚を見ていただけます。次回はもっと慣れて、今回以上に楽しんでいただけると思いますので、またご家族皆様でリピートしていただければと思います。いつでもお待ちしております。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/29 |
Reviewed by: TOKO
We participated as a family of three (a couple and our 13-year-old daughter) who loves snorkeling and dolphins. When we arrived at the snorkeling point, we could see dolphin fins from the boat, and we even saw them jumping! That alone brought us so much joy.
There were about 70 participants that day. Before joining, I checked reviews that suggested staying close to the guide in the water, so we made sure to keep near them. When a pod of dolphins appeared, the guide shouted out directions, and we were able to see the dolphins... it was truly moving! Underwater, we could even hear the sounds of the dolphins. I didn't notice, but my daughter exclaimed that she saw a mother and baby dolphin!
We were lucky enough to see the pod multiple times, which was amazing. According to the guide, it was rare to see them that often. After that, we moved to a spot with turtles for snorkeling, but unfortunately, we couldn't swim with them. However, we did encounter a turtle that surfaced on our way back to the port, which made us very satisfied.
The tour content was very satisfying. A few points to note:
1. Take motion sickness medication beforehand.
2. We participated in August, but if you're sensitive to cold, it might be better to rent a wetsuit. I wore tights and a rash guard, but I was freezing and couldn't stop shaking after getting out of the water.
3. The return bus was quite cold, so it's essential to prepare for that.
シュノーケルもイルカも大好きな家族3人で参加(夫婦、13歳女子)しました。シュノーケルポイントにつくと船上からイルカの背びれが見え、ジャンプする姿も・・・!もうそれだけで喜びが。
当日の参加者は70人と大人数。参加前に口コミ情報をチェックしたら、海ではガイドさんの近くにいるようにとあったのでガイドさんの近くをキープ。
イルカの群れが現れると大声で声掛けしてくれるのでその方向をみるとイルカの群れが・・・感動です!!水中ではイルカの声?も聞こえました。私は気づきませんでしたが、娘は親子のイルカがいた~!と。
一度だけではなく、何度もイルカの群れを見れて本当に最高でした。ガイドさんいわく、こんなに何度も見れるのはラッキーだったそうです。
その後カメのいるポイントに移動してシュノーケルしましたが、残念ながらカメと泳ぐことはできませんでした。(港に帰る途中でカメが水上へ現れたのに遭遇できたので気分的には大満足)
ツアーの内容は大満足でした。
注意点としては
①酔い止めを飲んでおく。
②8月参加でしたが冷え性の人はウエットスーツをレンタルしたほうがいいかも。(私はタイツとラッシュガードでしたが海からあがったら寒くて手の震えがとまらなかったです。)
③帰りのバスはかなり寒いので防寒対策必至です。
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| Packages: | 【お得なセット割】7:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/27 |
Reviewed by: さとる
On the way to the sandbar, I was able to see sea turtles multiple times while snorkeling. It was a wonderful experience.
The scenery at the sandbar was very beautiful and impressive, but there were gravel and stones on the ground, which were quite painful to walk on barefoot, so I strongly recommend wearing water shoes.
サンドバーに向かう途中、シュノーケリング中など何回もウミガメに会うことができました。とてもいい経験になりました。
サンドバーは景色がとても綺麗で感動的でしたが、地面に砂利や石があって裸足だとかなり痛いのでマリンシューズを履くことを強くお勧めします。
Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We appreciate your recommendation for marine shoes, as there are some rocky sandy areas. I'm glad to hear you were able to see many sea turtles! We all look forward to welcoming you back again.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。場所によってはごつごつした砂地もありますので、マリンシューズをお勧めいただいてありがとうございます。ウミガメにもたくさん会えたようで良かったです!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/31 |
Reviewed by: Mahalo
My overall impression of the experience was good. What I liked most about the activity was seeing the fish while snorkeling. I also saw a few turtles bobbing in and out of the water. There was a boat passing with some dolphins visible which was a nice surprise. My advice for future participants include taking precautions for any motion sickness because the water can make the boat rock a bit depending on the waves. Otherwise its a nice experience overall. It was great at the end of the trip when our shoes were lined up before exiting the ship.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Deluxe Snorkel Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/30 |
Reviewed by: Straysheep
At the sandbar, the water level was up to my knees. It's not possible to time your visit perfectly for low tide, and based on past comments, it seems it was deeper at times, so I thought those who could stand on the sand were quite lucky. However, while snorkeling, we encountered a honu swimming by us. Additionally, we found three resting under the rocks, so it's worth keeping an eye out for them. The footage taken by the staff with my GoPro while diving turned out to be the best shot of this trip.
サンドバーでは膝上までの水位がありました。ちょうど干潮を狙っていくことはできないし、過去のコメントを見ると、もっと深かったというのもあったので、砂の上に立てる人はかなりラッキーなのでは?と思いました。
でも、シュノーケリングでは私たちのそばを泳いでいくホヌに会えました。また、水中では、岩場の陰で休んでいるのも3匹も見つけたので、注意して探してみるといいでしょう。持って行ったGOPROで、スタッフの方が潜って撮ってくれたものは、この旅行のベストショットとなりました。
Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you for sharing the photos of the turtles! They look as if the turtles took selfies! It was worth bringing the GoPro! We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。カメさんの写真のシェアありがとうございます!!まるでカメさんが自撮りしたかのような写真ですね!!Goproを持って行った甲斐がありました!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/30 |
Reviewed by: OKU
The tour crew was warm, kind, and made it possible for us to spend a wonderful time in the long-awaited paradise of the sea. While the weather is important, I truly felt that the smiles and friendly responses from the crew were essential to the tour experience. Thank you very much!
ツアーのクルーの皆さんも温かく、優しく、楽しい時間を念願の天国の海で過ごすことが出来ました。
天気も重要ですが、クルーの方々の笑顔や気さくな対応が本当にツアーにとっては重要だなと感じたクルーズでした。
有難うございました!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/29 |
Reviewed by: なみぷーる
I participated with my two children.
During the cruise, we encountered many honu (sea turtles)!
There were even baby honu.
The staff pointed out the direction on the clock, so we didn't miss anything.
At the sandbar, we played beach volleyball and practiced snorkeling.
For lunch, we had delicious hamburgers with freshly grilled patties! My kids went back for seconds!
We also enjoyed snorkeling around the coral reefs.
This is a highly recommended tour that even toddlers can participate in without any difficulty.
こども2人連れて参加しました。
クルーズ中には何匹ものホヌに遭遇!
赤ちゃんホヌもいましたよ。
スタッフが時計の何時方向にいるよーとおしえてくれるので、見逃すことなし。
サンドバーでは、ビーチバレーをしたり、シュノーケルの練習。
ランチは焼きたてのパテを挟んだハンバーガー!とっても美味しかったです。
こどもはおかわりしてました!
そしてサンゴ礁のあたりでシュノーケルを満喫。
幼児でも無理なく参加できるおススメのツアーです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: まりお
I think it would be smooth to practice snorkeling in your home bath before going. It’s a good idea to take motion sickness medication to avoid getting sick during the trip. My child got sick on the bus, but we forced him onto the boat to the sandbar. I knew he would be fine once he could stand in the water.
The scenery was beautiful, and I was thrilled to see six turtles while snorkeling. The staff was friendly, and I felt safe and enjoyed myself.
I highly recommend this activity!
シュノーケリングが出来るように、自宅の風呂で練習してから行けばスムーズかと思います。道中は酔わないように酔い止めを飲むと良いと思います。うちは子供がバスの中で酔ってしまいましたが、半ば無理やり船に乗せサンドバーへ。足がつけば平気になるのはわかっていたので。
景色は素敵でシュノーケリング中に亀を6匹見つけたり感動ものでした。スタッフも親切だし安心して楽しめました。
オススメのアクテビティです!
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating. It seems you practiced snorkeling before the actual event! I'm glad to hear you enjoyed the snorkeling experience! We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。シュノーケリングの練習をされてから本番に臨まれたのですね!!本番のシュノーケリングも楽しんで頂いたようで良かったです!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/05 |
Reviewed by: のぐのぐ
At Sandbar, the experience on the boat and in the water was more comfortable than I imagined. For lunch, we had burgers with grilled meat prepared on the boat! And the best part is that drinking beer while in the ocean is something you wouldn't think is possible in Japan. We started playing beach volleyball with just 2 or 3 people, but before we knew it, more people joined in, and it became a blast! Snorkeling was also great, as we had about an hour to move freely and enjoy ourselves!
サンドバーでは、想像以上に過ごしやすい船の上と水の中。お昼は、船の上で焼いてくれたお肉を挟んだハンバーガーを!そして、何より海のに入りながらビールを飲んでもオッケーというのは、日本では考えられませんね。ビーチバレーも、最初は2、3人で初めてていましたが、いつの間にか人が増えて盛り上がり、最高でした!シュノーケリングも、約1時間も自由に動けるので、楽しめます!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/08 |
Reviewed by: Davide
Really nice experience guided by really nice and professional people. Highly recommended.
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/28 |
Reviewed by: はなこ
I was able to encounter a pod of wild dolphins! As soon as we spotted the dolphins, we hurriedly put on our fins and masks. At the captain's signal, we jumped into the sea one after another and swam to the location guided by the staff. When we looked underwater at the signal, we could see dozens of dolphins swimming below us! The water was incredibly clear, providing excellent visibility. It was a great experience.
We raced the boat to the best spot, waited, and signaled; I believe that if any of these elements were missing, the timing wouldn't have worked out. It truly felt like a long-established tour!
Even after getting back on the boat, the pod of dolphins swam alongside us. (This seems to be rare.) At this time of year, there were also baby dolphins, and we were able to see the dolphins jumping, which made for an exciting time.
While the time with the dolphins was wonderful, there were a few things I would like to see improved, which is why I’m giving it one less star.
- I would have liked it to be clearly stated that we needed to swim quickly on our own to see the dolphins. (I had a parent in their 60s who is not a strong swimmer with me.)
- The time we could see the dolphins underwater was very brief. (Once the pod passed by, we got back on the boat and moved straight to the water play point.) I would have liked to have more time to see them in the sea again.
- I purchased photos, but none were taken underwater. (It was the maximum number of passengers on board that day, so perhaps the photographer couldn't manage?) It felt like there were many photos of children. While there were photos taken on the boat, the commemorative photos with the staff were in a conveyor-belt style, so we weren't looking at the camera. It was disappointing, especially since it cost $79.
The staff were cheerful, and the boat was lively with dancing and singing, making it a good experience where I could feel the beauty of Hawaii's nature.
野生のイルカの群れに会えました!
イルカを発見すると急いでフィンとマスクを装着。船長さんの合図で次々に海に飛び込み、スタッフの誘導する場所まで泳ぎます。合図で海中を見ると何十頭のイルカの群れが下を泳いでいくのが見えました!海は透明度抜群で視界もクリア。いい体験ができました。
ベストな場所へ船を走らせ、待機し、合図、このどれが欠けてもタイミングは合わなかったと思います。さすが老舗ツアーだと思いました!
船に上がってからもイルカの群れが船と並走。(珍しいそうです。)時期的に赤ちゃんイルカもいて、イルカのジャンプも見ることができ、ワクワクな時間が続きました。
イルカとの時間は素適でしたが、いくつか改善してほしいこともあり星マイナス1。
・イルカを見るために急いで自力で泳ぐ必要があることは明記してほしかった。(泳ぎの得意でない60代の親が一緒でした。)
・イルカを水中で見れたのは一瞬だった。(群れが通り過ぎたら船に上がってそのまま水遊びポイントへ移動してしまう。)もう一度海の中で見る時間をとってほしかった。
・写真を購入したが海の中で1枚も撮ってもらえなかった。(当日は乗船可能人数maxだったのでカメラマンの手が回らなかった?)子どもの写真が多い印象。船の上では写っていましたがスタッフとの記念写真も流れ作業状態なのでカメラ目線になっていなくて…。79ドルもしたのに残念です。
スタッフも明るく船内もダンスや歌で盛り上がり、ハワイの自然を感じられる良い体験はできたと思います。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/26 |
Reviewed by: ジェイ
I had previously gone snorkeling at another location, but it wasn't as detailed and kind as this experience. This time, I felt that the explanations provided in advance were very thorough and considerate, ensuring that participants could enjoy themselves without any worries. Additionally, during the snorkeling, I was constantly watched over and guided, which allowed me to fully enjoy the wonderful underwater world without getting lost. I was pleasantly surprised to be able to swim for such a long time, which I hadn't expected. I would definitely like to use this service again.
以前別の場所でシュノーケリングをしたことはありましたが、今回のようにきめ細かく親切ではありませんでした。
今回はとても懇切丁寧に事前に説明いただき、参加者に不安のないよう安心して楽しめるよう配慮を感じました。
また、シュノーケリング中も常に見ていて誘導していただいたおかげで迷うことなくすばらしい海の世界を堪能することができました。
また、こんなに長い時間泳がせてもらえるとは思っていなかったのでうれしい驚きでした。
また、利用されていただきたいと思いました。
Dear Jay, thank you for joining the tour with Blue Hawaii Divers. I'm glad to hear that you and Dan had a great time. During our tour, you will swim for about an hour, and if the wave conditions are good, we will take you further out. We will make sure to provide thorough practice beforehand. Both of you did very well. It was nice that a seal came to the beach that day. Next time, I will do my best to ensure you can see the adorable sea turtles at Hanauma Bay, so please consider joining us again when you come back to Hawaii. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
ジェイ様、この度はブルーハワイダイバースのツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。
とても楽しんでいただけたようで私もDANも嬉しく思います。私達のツアーでは1時間程続けて泳いでいただきますし、波の状態が良ければ沖の方までお連れするので、事前の練習はきっちりとさせていただきます。お二人も大変お上手に出来ていましたよ。この日はビーチにアザラシが来てくれていて良かったですね。次回こそはハナウマ湾の可愛いウミガメさんを見ていただけるように頑張りますので、またハワイにお越しの際にはリピートして下さいね。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/26 |
Reviewed by: みっちー
The sandbar was a bit different from the photos as it was submerged in the sea that day, but I still enjoyed it. The snorkeling afterwards was great as I could freely explore around the coral. I even got to see sea turtles from the boat. Surprisingly, the hamburgers were freshly grilled and very delicious, making for a satisfying day!
サンドバーはこの日は海につかっていてちょっと写真と違いましたが、楽しめました。その後のシュノーケリングも珊瑚の周りを自由に見れてよかったです。船でウミガメにも会えました。
意外?にハンバーガーが焼き立てでとても美味しく満足の1日でした!
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Emily
Nice folks running the show, met a couple people who are now on my FB friends. Hubby was able to get another burger! Playing Volleyball out in the middle of the Ocean is quite an XP. Plus, we get to see Turtles swimming around. So overall, a success!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/27 |
Reviewed by: パンダ
In late August, my family (two adults and two middle schoolers) participated in a morning course. Along with us, there was a couple and a family with children, making a total of 10 participants plus instructors Dan and Chieko, bringing the total to 12 people.
Both of them were kind and had great personalities, and their explanations were very thorough. Before making a reservation, I debated whether to go with a guided tour, but I’m glad I chose this course. This is because they select the best course based on the day's sea conditions, such as the waves. If you’ve been there several times, you might prefer to go on your own, but since it was our first time at Hanauma Bay, we were unsure and a bit anxious. When they told us the course that swam from one end to the other, I thought that if it were just us, we definitely wouldn’t have chosen this course.
In the end, we were lucky to see a seal on the beach, which was adorable. It was a lucky experience!
However, since we just swam from one end to the other, it felt a little lacking. It would have been even better if we could have spent 10 to 15 minutes freely exploring the shallow areas.
But both the parents and kids had a great time. Thank you! It was a wonderful memory.
8月下旬、家族(大人2人と中学生2人)で朝からのコースで参加しました。私達のほかにご夫婦と子連れのご家族と一緒で10人とインストラクターのダンさんとチエコさんの合計12人で。
2人とも優しいですし人柄が良く、説明もとても丁寧です。予約する前、ガイドさん付きにするかどうか悩みましたが、私はこちらのコースにして良かったと思っています。と、いうのもその日の海の波などのコンディションを見て最適なコースを選び泳いでくれるから。何度か来た方なら個人で自由にでもいいと思いますが、うちはハナウマベイが初めてだったので勝手がわからず不安があったのもありますし、端から端まで泳いだコースを教えてもらった時、自分達だけだったらこのコースは絶対泳がなかっただろうなーって思ったので。
最後には運よくアザラシが浜辺にいて可愛かったです。ラッキーでした♪
ただ、端から端まで泳いで終わりだったので少〜し物足りず。ここら辺の浅瀬で自由に…とか10分15分でもあればもっと良かったかなと。。
でも、親も子供も楽しく過ごせました。
ありがとうございました!良い思い出です。
Thank you, Panda family, for joining our tour with your family of four. I'm glad you were able to see many fish for the first time at Hanauma Bay. On this day, we swam continuously for about an hour without a break, and it's impressive that everyone in the Panda family wanted to swim even more! However, I must apologize as customers on guided tours are required to swim with an instructor for safety, so free swimming is not allowed. If the wave conditions are good, our tour sometimes allows us to swim beyond the white waves out to deeper waters, so please consider joining us again in the future. For those who find snorkeling insufficient, I recommend trying our introductory diving experience. We also offer diving tours at Hanauma Bay, and you are always welcome. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
パンダ様、この度はご家族4名様でツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。
初めてのハナウマ湾でたくさんのお魚さんを見ていただけて良かったです。この日も通常通り1時間ほど休みなく続けて泳いでいますが、もっと泳ぎたかったなんてパンダファミリー様は皆さま体力がありますね!実はガイド付きツアーにお越しのお客様は必ずインストラクターと共に安全を確保して泳ぐことになっていますので、お客様のみの自由行動はだめなんです。ごめんなさいね。波の状態が良ければ、私達のツアーでは白波を超えて、沖の方までも泳ぎに行くこともありますので、また機会がありましたらツアーにリピートして下さい。もしくはシュノーケリングで物足りない方には体験ダイビングがオススメです。私達はハナウマ湾での体験ダイビングツアーも開催していますのでいつでも大歓迎致します。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/26 |
Reviewed by: HIRO
Snorkeling and sea kayaking were both amazing experiences. Of course, the sandbar is in the best location, so there's no need to explain how great it is!
シュノーケリングもSAP 、シーカヤック も体験でき、とても最高でした。もちろん、サンドバーは、最高の位置に到着しますので、説明するまでもなく最高です‼️
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise Beach Tour. Thank you very much for participating. We are very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour. It seems you were able to take on various activities! We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。ツアーを楽しんで頂いたようでとても嬉しく思います。色々とActivitiesに挑戦出来たんですね!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/21 |
Reviewed by: melinda
The Driver was at our hotel on time, he was courteous and professional. Friendly as well. He gave good directions and made sure our snorkel gear was in good working order. He was early for our pick up and got us safely back to our hotel. The bay is amazing and it was by far the best place I have snorkeled and that is why I returned with my family.
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| Packages: | Hanauma Bay Shuttle & Snorkel Gear Rental Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/23 |
Reviewed by: なかむら
The crew members are kind and attentive. It was reassuring that they could speak Japanese. You can see schools of fish while snorkeling. Sea turtles come close enough to touch. They are protected animals, so you shouldn't touch them, but it's definitely an unforgettable experience. In any case, I recommend it because you can see the beautiful ocean!
クルーの方々が親切丁寧です。日本語が通じるので、安心感がありました。シュノーケリングも魚が群れになってるところが見れます。ウミガメめ触れられる距離に来てくれます。保護動物なので、触れてはいけませんが感動間違い無しです。とにかく、美しい海を見ることができるので、お勧めします!
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating. The contrast of colors at the sandbar makes for beautiful photos! Thank you for sharing them. We all sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。サンドバーの色のコントラストが綺麗な写真ですね!!シェアして頂いてありがとうございます。またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前発!カイルアタウン散策付きブランチビュッフェプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/23 |
Reviewed by: Koo
All other tours were fully booked, so we chose this one, and we had a great time.
For us, who were worried about not being able to keep up with a more intense itinerary, this was just the right amount of activity. The free time at the sandbar and snorkeling were perfectly timed for enjoyment. Although we didn't see any sea turtles while swimming, we encountered several from the boat. The children were very happy and expressed a desire to participate again.
There were also restrooms available, so we didn't have any issues.
予約がいっぱいで他のツアーは取れなくてこちらにしたのですが、とても楽しめました。
あまりハードな内容だとついていけないと不安だった私たちにとってはちょうど良い内容でした。サンドバーでの自由時間やシュノーケリングなどちょうど良い時間配分で楽しめます。泳ぎながらウミガメは見えませんでしたが、船の上から何匹もウミガメに会えました。子供たちもとても喜んでいてまたぜひ参加したいと思いました。
トイレなどもあったので困る事はなかったです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/03 |
Reviewed by: Anthony
Best snorkel trip I’ve ever done. Crew was great and entertaining and would definitely book again.
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| Packages: | Morning Cruise (25% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/03 |
Reviewed by: from SF, CA
Our group of 3 adults and 3 kids (12 yrs, 10, 10) took this trip a few weeks back during our vacation. We were not in the hotel zone so drove ourselves to Kaneohe Marina. Quick boat trip out to the sand bar, then to find honu (sea turtles) and finally out to a reef for some amazing snorkeling. Lunch (surprisingly delicious) was in there somewhere. Our crew was great - super nice, friendly and knowledgeable. Enjoyed hearing about Kaneohe Bay and the surrounding area. The only improvement I'd ask for is a bit more time out at the sandbar - felt like we could have stayed longer but other than that, everyone had a great time. We visit Hawaii every summer and try to hit new spots and new activities each visit. Our group agreed that we'd do this trip again if we could. Have fun!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/02 |
Reviewed by: 初ハワイ
The weather was nice, and the second graders were able to take a walk on the water's surface for about an hour! They saw a lot of fish, and when they grow a little bigger, next time it will be scuba diving!
天気も良く、二年生も1時間ほど水面散歩できました!魚もたくさん見れて、もう少し大きくなったら、今度はスキューバですね!
Thank you for participating with your son this time, 初ハワイ. Children adapt to snorkeling quickly, so they can often do it better than adults. At Blue Hawaii Divers, we also offer introductory diving tours at Hanauma Bay, so please consider having your first scuba experience there when he turns 12! We look forward to it. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
初ハワイ様、この度は息子さんとお二人でご参加いただき、ありがとうございます。
お子様はすぐにシュノーケリングに慣れますから大人よりも上手にできますよね。ブルーハワイダイバースではハナウマ湾で体験ダイビングツアーも行っていますので、是非12歳になったら初スキューバはハナウマ湾でどうぞ!!楽しみに待ってますよ。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/22 |
Reviewed by: lily
I participated with my daughter. It was our first time snorkeling, and we were able to see fish and turtles. The cruise was also fun. The food was very tasty. I recommend it.
娘と二人で参加しました。初めてのシュノーケル、お魚も亀も見れました。
クルーズも楽しかったです。お食事Very tasty.でした。お勧めです。
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| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/03 |
Reviewed by: ツボミ
The shuttle bus driver was also very good at Japanese and introduced us to many gourmet spots. The staff were all unique and kind. The ocean was, of course, beautiful, and the food was delicious. I also participated in a stroll around Kailua Town. I rented a bicycle and went to the beach. The bicycles were suitable for elementary school students and the distance was manageable, allowing us to reach Kailua Beach as well.
送迎のバス運転手さんも日本語が上手で、グルメスポットをたくさん紹介してくれました。
スタッフの方はユニークで優しい方ばかり。
海はもちろん美しく、食事も美味しかったです。
カイルアタウン散策にも参加しました。
自転車レンタルしてビーチにも行きました。
小学生低学年にも乗れる自転車&距離で、カイルアビーチにも行けました。
Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. We hope you enjoyed communicating with our staff. Many of our team members are locals or veterans with over ten years of experience in Hawaii, making them great sources of information about the islands! We're glad to hear that you also enjoyed the Kailua tour. The photos of Kailua Beach are beautiful! We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back again.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。スタッフとのコミュニケーションもお楽しみいただけましたでしょうか。スタッフはローカル育ちや、ハワイ歴10年以上のベテランも多く、ハワイの情報をゲットするにはもってこいの相手ですよね!カイルアツアーも楽しんで頂けたようで、嬉しく思います。カイルアビーチのお写真もとても綺麗ですね!!またのお越しをスタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前発!カイルアタウン散策付きブランチビュッフェプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/07/29 |
Reviewed by: コージ
We had a great time. My wife was a bit nervous since it had been a while since she went into the ocean, but she was always taken care of during snorkeling. She even said, "I want to go snorkeling again! I wanted to do more!" Thank you for such a wonderful time! 😊
楽しい時間を過ごす事が出来ました。奥さんは、海に入るのも久しぶりで緊張していましたが、シュノーケリング中いつも気にかけて下さり、奥さんは「またシュノーケリング行きたい!もっとやりたかった!」と言ってくれるまでに。
本当に楽しい時間をありがとうございました(^^
Dear Koji, thank you for participating in the tour with Blue Hawaii Divers. We are very happy to hear that your wife enjoyed it as well. It was a lucky day as there were seals sleeping on the beach at Back Door Lagoon all morning. We hope to see you again on your next trip to Hawaii. If conditions are good, we would love to take you further out next time. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
コージ様、この度はブルーハワイダイバースのツアーにご参加いただき、ありがとうございます。
奥様にも喜んでいただけたようで、私達もとても嬉しいです。この日は朝からずーっとバックドアラグーンのビーチにアザラシが寝ていてラッキーな日でもありました。
またハワイにお越しの際にはツアーでお会いできればと思っています。コンディションが良ければ今度は沖の方までご案内させていただきたいです。
本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/21 |
Reviewed by: miya
I was initially anxious about the conditions of the sea (during the bus ride from Waikiki), but the crew who greeted us in Japanese quickly eased my worries. We encountered a pod of dolphins twice, and I was moved by their twist jumps right in front of us! It was a wonderful experience. The crew was really cheerful, and we laughed a lot, creating lovely memories. There were a few people who felt seasick, but I took motion sickness medication beforehand, so I had no issues. I also didn't experience any motion sickness after returning. The rental of dive suits was helpful as it kept me warm. Additionally, make sure to put your belongings in a waterproof bag, or they will get soaked.
潜る海の状況がわからず(ワイキキからバスでの移動に)不安がありましたが、バスで迎えてくれたクルーの日本語がうまく不安はすぐになくなりました。
2回もイルカの群れに出会い、目の前でツイストジャンプには感動!!素晴らしい体験でした。
また、クルー達はほんと愉快だし笑いっぱなしで素敵な思い出になりました。
船酔いで体調を崩している人も何人かいましたが、事前に酔い止めを飲んで参加したので問題なし。戻ってからの丘酔いもありませんでした。
ダイブスーツのレンタルも寒くならずに助かりました。
あと荷物は防水バックに入れないとビチョビチョになります。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/08/10 |
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Dear Mana,
Thank you for joining our tour this time. It was truly lucky to see the sea turtles, wasn't it? The Blue Hawaii Divers tour might be the best swimming tour among the many Hanauma Bay tours available. We wanted everyone to see various fish and sea turtles, and perhaps Dan ended up swimming a bit too much because of that. We hope you won't hesitate to come back to Hawaii again with your son. We look forward to seeing you again. Thank you very much. Mahalo!!
Mana様、この度はツアーにお越しいただき、ありがとうございます。
ウミガメにも会えて本当にラッキーでしたね。ブルーハワイダイバースのツアーは数あるハナウマ湾のツアーの中で、一番泳ぐツアーかもしれません。皆様にいろんなお魚やウミガメなど見て欲しくて、ついついDanも泳ぎ過ぎてしまったのかもしれません。これに懲りずにまたハワイにお越しの際には息子さんといご一緒にリピートしてくださいね。またお会いできるのをお待ちしております。本当にありがとうございました。Mahalo!!