Reviewed by: shin
Overall, it was neither good nor bad. The sandbar was nice. However, I couldn't swim with the sea turtles. It's only natural for the turtles to escape when a lot of people suddenly enter the water. The sea is beautiful, but it can't compare to the Great Barrier Reef. Anyway, the impression of being crammed on the boat was very strong and suffocating. Especially during lunch, there was nowhere to eat on the boat, which was tough. I think those who don't have much time to stay in Hawaii should consider not participating.
総合的に可もなく不可もなくです
サンドバーは良かったです。しかし、ウミガメと一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでした。
突然たくさんの人が海に入ってきたら、カメが逃げるのは当たり前です。
海はきれいですが、グレートバリアリーフにはかないません。
とにかく船に人がギュウギュウ詰めで息苦しい印象が強烈に残っています。
特に昼食は船内で食べる場所がなく辛かったです。
ハワイ滞在日数に余裕のない人は、参加しない方がいいと思いました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The weather was bad, so it was cold and the view of the sandbar was disappointing, but the ocean was still beautiful enough!
I went with three girls, and we had a great time playing beach volleyball with some foreigners and other Japanese people we didn't know at all!
The food portion was small, but the hamburger was delicious!
天気が悪かったので寒くてサンドバーの景色も残念でしたがそれでも充分海綺麗だった!
女の子四人でいったけど全然しらない外人さんや他の日本人のみんなでビーチバレーが楽しかった!
ご飯も量がすくなかったけどハンバーガーおいしかった!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/21 |
Reviewed by: スズキ
All the staff were kind and cheerful, and they took great care of my one-year-old daughter. We saw many sea turtles as well. The sandbar was clearly visible as land. The guide mentioned that it’s rare for such a solid beach to appear. However, it was a bit cloudy and drizzling, which was unfortunate, but the tour itself was fantastic. Breakfast consisted of simple ham sandwiches and nachos. I was a bit surprised, but my mother and daughter both enjoyed them, so it was fine. Everything tastes good when you’re out on the sea. It was a wonderful experience.
スタッフ全ての人が親切で明るく、1歳の娘のこともよく気にかけてくれました。
ウミガメもたくさん現れてくれました。
肝心のサンドバーははっきりと陸になっていました。
こんなにしっかり砂浜が現れるのは珍しいとガイドも言っていました。
ただ、少し曇り空でパラパラと雨が降っていたのが残念でしたがツアー自体は最高でした。
朝食は簡単なハムサンドとナチョスでした。
あれ?と思ったけどうちの母も娘もおいしそうに食べていたのでOKです。
海の上だからなんでもおいしい。
とてもいい体験になりました。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/30 |
Reviewed by: MYS
I participated in the early morning plan.
The ocean is truly beautiful!
The crew on the boat was very kind and made it enjoyable.
The sea turtles are only visible for a moment, so it's quite difficult to capture them on camera, but I was able to see them fairly well.
The snorkeling was great because the ocean is beautiful, but there wasn't enough time and there were too many people, so it was quite congested...
Next time, I would like to do a full-day plan and enjoy snorkeling at a more leisurely pace.
早朝プランに参加しました。
本当に海が綺麗です!
船のクルーはみんな優しくて楽しませてくれました。
海ガメは一瞬なのでなかなかカメラに納めるのが難しいですがまぁまぁ見ることができました(^^)
シュノーケリングは海は綺麗ですが時間がないのと人が多いので大渋滞でした…
今度は一日プランでゆっくりシュノーケリングがしたいと思いました。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/28 |
Reviewed by: かおりん
The day after we arrived in Hawaii, unfortunately, it was cloudy... The wind was quite strong, and it was so cold that I was shivering even in the water... (;_;) However, our guide Hajime and the others were very enjoyable, and the barbecue lunch was exquisite ♡ When we went, we were lucky to see a manta ray ♪( ´▽`) If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I would love to try again on a sunny day o(^▽^)o
ハワイに着いた次の日だったのですが、あいにくの曇り空…
風がかなり強く、海に入ってもガタガタ震えるほど寒かった…(;_;)
でも、ガイドのハジメさん達はとても楽しく、お昼のバーベキューランチは絶品でした♡
私たちが行った時は、珍しくマンタが見れました♪( ´▽`)
でも、またハワイ行く機会があれば、晴れた日にもう一度チャレンジしたいですっo(^▽^)o
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/13 |
Reviewed by: modernpets
I saw in the reviews that "the sandbar may not appear depending on the season," so I was a bit worried, but after checking the water level forecast, I chose the morning departure course and was able to walk on the sandbar. During the trip, we encountered a downpour, but the rain in Hawaii stops quickly, so it wasn't a problem. I participated in mid-April, and it was colder than I expected, so a jacket is essential.
口コミを見て『時期によっては砂場が出現しないことも』とあったので不安でしたが、水位予測を見てAM出発のコースを選んだところちゃんと砂場を歩くことができました。移動中はスコールにあたりましたが、ハワイの雨はすぐ止むので問題なしでした。4月中旬の参加でしたが思ったよりも寒いので上着は必須です
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/18 |
Reviewed by: みぃたん
Last time, I went to a sandbar with a different company, but perhaps because it was a full moon that day, the water level didn't drop at all, and it didn't turn into a sandbar, so I decided to try again. I tried to make a reservation with the same long-established travel company as last time, but they were fully booked, so I ended up with this one, and it turned out to be a great choice as we could use our time more effectively. We were blessed with good weather, were able to snorkel, and the sea was very beautiful; we even saw sea turtles, which made me very satisfied. The staff were kind, and the sandwiches we had under the bright Hawaiian sun were delicious. This is a tour I would definitely like to join again if the opportunity arises. Thank you very much.
前回 別の会社でサンドバーに行ったのですが、たまたまその日は満月だったせいか水位が全く下がらずサンドバーにならなかったので再チャレンジしました。それで 前回と同じ老舗(?)の旅行会社で予約しようとしたらいっぱいでこちらにお世話になりましたが、こちらのほうが時間を有効に使えて結果的にはとても良かったです。お天気にも恵まれシュノーケルもできたし、海もとてもきれいで海ガメも見れたし大満足でした。スタッフの方々も優しく、ハワイの明るい陽の下で食べるサンドイッチもおいしかったです。また機会があったらぜひ参加したいツアーです。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/05 |
Reviewed by: 高杉敏光
At this time of year, the water is still cold, and it took me a while to get used to it. Since it wasn't low tide, the sandy beach wasn't visible, but the sea was very beautiful, and I was thrilled to encounter lovely fish while snorkeling. I was even more excited to see two turtles and one ray. The barbecue also had a lot of food, and you could have as much as you wanted.
まだこの時期は水が冷たいです、慣れるのに時間がかかりました。
引き潮ではなかったので、砂浜は現れていませんでしたが、海がとてもきれいでシュノーケリングでは綺麗な魚に出会い感激です。
カメ2匹・エイ1匹に会えさらに感激しました
バーベキューも料理が沢山ありおかわり自由です
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Cassie
Fun, relaxing, good food, beautiful places and a great crew!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/16 |
Reviewed by: ゆゆゆ
It was inexpensive, so I chose this one. The program was as priced. I couldn't see much of the Angel Sea due to seasonal and time constraints, but I was able to see sea turtles. The snacks were typical American fare.
お安いのでこちらで。価格どおりのプログラムでした。
天使の海は季節・時間の都合であまり見れませんでしたがウミガメは見ることができました。ちょっとしたスナックはアメリカらしいものでした。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Mayo
The sandbar was incredibly beautiful and I was moved! Above all, the staff were all very kind! In addition, they were fun and I truly had a great time!
Thank you!
サンドバーはとっても綺麗で感動しました*\(^o^)/*
何よりもスタッフの方々がとて親切な人ばかり‼︎それに加え面白くて本当にたのしい時間を過ごせました!
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/05 |
Reviewed by: ハワイに住みたい人
It was a bit chilly from the day we arrived in Hawaii, and the weather looked questionable on the day of the event, but it cleared up just in time. Since we participated in the morning, the sea water was cool, but it wasn't so cold that we couldn't get in.
We participated as a three-generation family, and everyone enjoyed it regardless of age. Especially when we were anchored at the snorkeling spot, two wild turtles kept circling around the boat, and while we floated in the water, they came close to us several times.
When the sea turtle took a breath, we witnessed a cute splash along with a little puff of air, which became a wonderful memory for the three of us. The light snacks were delicious and plentiful.
Additionally, all the staff members were cheerful and very kind. I definitely want to participate again the next time I visit Hawaii.
ハワイ到着日から肌寒い日が続き、参加当日も怪しい雲行きでしたが何とか晴れました。午前の参加だったので海水はひんやりしていましたが寒くて入れないというほどではありませんでした。
親子三代での参加でしたが、年齢問わず楽しめました。特にシュノーケリングスポットに停泊中の時、船の周りを野生の亀が二匹ずーっと周回していて、じっと海に浮かんでいると亀の方から何度も近づいてきてくれました。
海がめが息継ぎをしたときに「ポッ」という吐息と共にしぶきが飛び、すごく可愛らしい姿を目撃できたのが私たち三人の良い思いでとなりました。
軽食もおいしく、充分な量でした。
またスタッフの方々が皆さん明るく、とても親切でした。
次回ハワイに訪れた際も必ず参加したいと思います。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour.
The sea turtle, said to be the guardian of the ocean that brings happiness. May you all be even happier!
We look forward to the day we can meet again with the sea turtles in the Heavenly Ocean. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
幸せを運んでくると言われる海の守り神のウミガメ。皆様がますますHappyでありますように!
天国の海でウミガメとともにまたお会いできる日を楽しみにしてます。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/26 |
Reviewed by: beatzholic
Last year, I participated in a tour of Heaven's Sea with a different company, but this time, the crew and the Japanese guide were very considerate. It was disappointing that we couldn't see many sea turtles, but I really appreciated how the local crew kindly pointed out where to look. There was also plenty of time to explore the sandbar, and I enjoyed it thoroughly. I would definitely like to participate again.
去年違う会社の天国の海ツアーに参加させてもらいましたが、今回はクルーの方、日本のガイドさんの方の気遣いがとてもよかったです。
ウミガメをたくさん見ることができなかったことは残念でしたが、現地のクルーの方があそこだよ、ここだよと親切に教えてくれたことがすごくありがたく思いました。
サンドバーを散策する時間も多く設けられていて、十分楽しめました。
またぜひ参加したいです
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Harry&Dolly
It started off with overcast skies, and the weather was certainly not favorable. During the bus ride to the boarding area, it even began to rain, making the atmosphere inside the bus a bit gloomy. However, once we boarded, the excitement only grew. Thanks to our guide Hajime's thoughtful attention and ability to uplift the mood, we had a safe and genuinely enjoyable time.
As a side note, when the pickup location changed due to hotel construction, my phone happened to be out of service. However, the efforts made to contact me through phone calls and emails from the hotel contributed to a sense of security for the optional tour.
When we arrived at the sandbar, the water reflected the colors of the cloudy sky beautifully, and we were able to enjoy snorkeling as planned. Experiencing such a dense attraction in just half a day in the morning was perfect for my desire to also have other plans in the afternoon.
I hope to see the sandbar under clear skies someday, and I will definitely use your services again then. Thank you very much.
朝から薄曇りで決して天候に恵まれたとは言えない状況の中でのスタートでした。
乗船場までのバスでの移動中には雨も降り出し、車内の雰囲気もどんよりしがちでした。が!いざ乗船してからのテンションは上昇する一方。
ガイドをされたハジメさんの細やかな気配りや場を盛り上げる底力のおかげで、安全で心から楽しめる時間になりました。
余談ですが、今回、ホテル工事などの影響でピックアップ場所が変更になった際に、たまたま私の携帯が不通だったのですが、ホテルへの電話、メールなど手を尽くしてご連絡を頂いたことも、オプショナルツアーとしての安心感につながりました。
サンドバーに降り立つと曇り空なりの色合いを映した水も美しく、シュノーケリングも予定通り楽しめました。午前の半日という時間で密度の高いアトラクションを経験し、午後は別の予定もこなしたいという欲張りな旅にはもってこいです。
いつか晴天のもとでサンドバーを見てみたいと思いますので、その時には是非また利用させて頂きます。
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/02 |
Reviewed by: mako
It's natural, but unfortunately, it was cloudy throughout the tour, and the water was so cold that I shivered when I got in. Also, the sandbar had a tide level that was about chest to knee height. I think those planning to visit should check the tide levels beforehand.
The sea turtles approached us from a distance and sometimes came so close that they brushed against my legs, which was very moving. The BBQ lunch was a bit cold, but it was delicious. The crew members were all very nice, and the malasadas were tasty too!
On slightly chilly days, there isn't a place to change, so I recommend bringing a thicker jacket and extra towels. It was mentioned that bringing regular cameras to the sandbar is not recommended due to the risk of getting them wet, so if you want to take photos, I suggest bringing a waterproof camera (they were also sold on the boat for about $20).
The snorkeling was enjoyable, with about 20 minutes spent at a point where we couldn't touch the bottom, lined up in a row. The waves were strong, and I wasn't very confident in my swimming, but the staff were nearby on boards watching over us, which made me feel safe and allowed me to enjoy it.
I truly wish I could have experienced this on a sunnier day, but thank you for the fun experience!
自然のことなのでしょうがないですが、ツアー中はずっと曇り、海に入ると震えるほど寒くて残念でした。
また、サンドバーは胸下~膝上程度の潮位でした。こちらを目当てにしている方は潮位を調べてから行ったほうが良いと思います。
ウミガメは向こうから接近してきて時には足に触れるくらい近づいてきてくれて、とても感動しました。
BBQランチも冷めてはいましたが、おいしかったです。クルーの方々もとても良い方ばかりでした。マラサダもおいしかったです!
少し寒い日は、着替える場所はありませんが厚めの上着、余分なタオルなど持参された方が良いと思います。サンドバーでは普通のカメラの持ち込み(ぬれるため)は推奨されないとのことでしたので、写真を取りたい方は防水カメラの持参をお勧めします。(船上でも20ドル程度で販売されてました)
シュノーケリングは20分程度足がつかないポイントで列にならんで楽しみます。波が強く、少し泳ぎに自信が無かったのですが、近くでスタッフの方がボードに乗って見守っていて下さったので安心して楽しめました。
本当に、もう少し晴れている日に体験できたらと思うと残念ですが楽しい体験をありがとうございました。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour.
Thank you for sharing your various impressions and information about the tour.
And thank you very much for enjoying the tour even though the weather was a bit unfavorable.
Hawaii's great nature shows various expressions, and all of them come together to create this beauty.
We hope you can enjoy this tour while being grateful for the blessings of nature.
Please come back and visit us again. We look forward to seeing you!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
ツアーでのいろいな感想や情報をシェアして頂いてありがとうございます。
そしてちょっぴりお天気が優れない中ツアーを楽しんで頂いて本当にありがとうございます。
ハワイの大自然は様々な表情を見せ、その全てが重なり合ってこの美しさが成り立っています。
自然の恵みに感謝しつつこのツアーを楽しんで頂ければと思います。
また是非遊びにいらしてくださいね。お待ちしております。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/30 |
Reviewed by: yuki
The water was very clear, but it was different from the photos that show the sandy beach emerging from the water. However, the staff were very unique and I had a lot of fun.
水もすごくきれいでしたが、写真で見るような砂浜が水からでてる写真とはちがいました。
しかし、スタッフの方もとてもユニークでとても楽しめました。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. The sandbar shows various expressions depending on the natural conditions, so it changes at different times of the day. Please come back to visit us again. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
サンドバーは様々な自然条件に影響される為その日その時間によって色々な表情を見せてくれます。また遊びにきてくださいね。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/05/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/24 |
Reviewed by: 新婚旅行
On the day of the event, unfortunately, it rained. Moreover, it wasn't just a light rain; it was quite heavy.
However, at the sandbar, we were able to walk on land that was completely above the water, and we also practiced snorkeling. Since we were playing by the water, we had plenty of time.
For lunch, we had hamburgers with patties grilled on the boat, which were surprisingly delicious.
While moving to the snorkeling point, we searched for sea turtles, and we were able to see many of them. The staff informed us which direction to look, so I think everyone in the group was able to see them.
We had a lot of time for snorkeling, allowing us to see plenty of fish. The area was limited to around the coral reefs, but the staff was always watching and ready to come to help if needed, which was reassuring.
After snorkeling, it was nice to be given warm drinks, especially since the weather was bad and cold.
The tour pickup was in a large tourist bus, and there were people from various countries on board. The guide tried to liven up the atmosphere with various explanations until we arrived at the location. Since everything was in English, I only understood parts of it, but I was happy that they occasionally brought up topics that were understandable for Japanese participants.
Once we arrived, Japanese participants and others were assigned to separate boats, so everything was explained in Japanese, and the staff were all funny and made it enjoyable.
参加の当日は生憎の雨。
しかも小雨ではなくかなり本格的に降ってました。
しかし、サンドバーでは水面から完全に出た陸地を歩くことも出来、シュノーケリングの練習も出来ました。
水辺で遊ぶので、時間は十分です。
その後の昼食では、船の上でパティを焼いたハンバーガーを食べ、これまた美味しくてびっくり。
シュノーケリングのポイントに移動する間にウミガメ探し、と言う感じだったのですが沢山のウミガメを見ることが出来ました。
船のどの方向に見えるか、スタッフの方がその都度教えてくれたので、参加者はみんな見れたと思います。
シュノーケリングでも時間がかなりあったので、存分に魚を見ることが出来ました。
場所はサンゴ礁の周りに限定されていたのですが、スタッフの方が常に見ていてくれて何かあればすぐに来てくれるような体制だったので安心でした。
シュノーケリングの後に、温かい飲み物が配られたものいいですね。
天候が悪くて寒かったですから。
ツアーのお迎えは大きな観光バスで、色んな国の方が乗っていました。
現地に着くまではガイドさんが場を盛り上げようと色々と説明してくれました。
全て英語だったため、所々しか解りませんでしたが、そんな日本人にも時々分かるような話題を振ってくれて嬉しかったです。
現地に着いてからは、日本人とその他の人が別々の船に割り振られた為、全て日本語で説明してくれ、さらにスタッフの方がみんな面白くて楽しかったです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/21 |
Reviewed by: S.I
I participated at the end of January. I was worried about the weather since it was the rainy season, but I was lucky to have clear skies. The sun was very strong, so sunscreen and a light jacket are absolutely necessary. Unfortunately, I couldn't see the sandbanks rising from the sea, but I was moved to see wild sea turtles. I think it would be good to check the tides in advance and make a reservation. The lunch was also very delicious. I would like to participate again if I have the chance.
1月の終わりに参加しました。雨季だったため天気が心配でしたが、晴天でラッキーでした。日差しがとても強いので、日焼け止めと薄手の上着は絶対必要です。海から浮き上がる砂浜は残念ながら見れませんでしたが、野生の海亀が見れたので感動しました。事前に潮の満ち引きを調べて予約されると良いと思います。ランチもとても美味しかったです。また機会があれば参加したいです。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour.
Thank you for the wonderful photos that look like they belong in a guidebook.
The sandbar is influenced by various natural elements. Even the staff who visit almost every day say, "You really can't know until that day and time!"
We hope you can enjoy the beauty of Hawaii's nature just as it is.
Even at the end of January, when the sun comes out, it truly feels like Hawaii! The sunlight is strong, so those with fair skin should definitely take precautions against sunburn!
S.I., when you come to Hawaii again, please come and play in Paradise Ocean. We are waiting for you. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
ガイドブックのような素敵なお写真ありがとうございます。
様々な自然に影響されるサンドバー。ほぼ毎日通っているスタッフでさえも”その日その時間にならないと本当に判らない!”とのこと。
ハワイの大自然をありのままに楽しんで頂けると嬉しいです。
1月の終わりでもお日様が顔を出すとやっぱりハワイ!! 日差しは強いです。色白の皆様は日焼け対策を是非万全に!
S.I様、ハワイにお越しの際はまた天国の海に遊びにいらして下さいね、お待ちしてます。Mahalo!
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| Posted on: | 2014/04/26 |
Reviewed by: Wendy
The sandbar, also known as the "Angel's Sea," refers to a white sandy beach that suddenly appears in the deep ocean.
Kaneohe Bay is originally a volcanic caldera lake with a large crater-like depression in its terrain. In ancient times, this depression became the sea, and the edges of the caldera acted as a breakwater, preventing large waves from entering the crater-shaped bay.
The white sandy beach within that depression is the sandbar.
The sandbar consists of only white sand and blue sea. Due to tidal conditions, the sandbar only reveals itself above the water during daytime tour hours about 60 days a year.
On the day I participated, the low tide occurred in the early morning hours, making it difficult to see the white sandy beach floating on the sea. However, I had the experience of walking on the white sand covered by knee-deep seawater in the middle of the vast ocean.
If you really want to see the sandbar peeking above the water, it's best to check the tide chart and confirm before arranging your flight tickets.
Reference: Tide chart; http://tides.mobilegeographics.com/locations/3854.html?y=2014&m=4&d=12
サンドバーは別名“天使の海”とも呼ばれ、深い海の中に突然現れる白い砂の浜辺のことを指します。
カネオヘ湾は、もともとが火山のカルデラ湖で大きなクレーター状の窪みのある地形。
太古の昔に、その窪みが海となり、さらにカルデラの山の縁の部分が防波堤の役割をはたし、クレーター状の湾に大きな波が侵入するのを防いでくれています。
その窪みの中にある白い砂浜、それがサンドバー。
サンドバーは白い砂浜と青い海、それしかないところです。
また、潮の関係で、サンドバーが日中のツアー時間帯に海上に顔をのぞかせるのは年に60日もないとのこと。
私が参加したこの日も、干潮の時間帯は朝の6時台でしたので、海に浮かび上がる白い砂浜を見るのは難しかったですが、大海原の真っただ中で、膝丈の海水が覆う白砂の上を歩くという経験が出来ました。
どうしても、海の上に顔をのぞかせるサンドバーを見たいという場合には、干潮表をチェックし確認をしてから航空券のチケットを手配する方が確実です。
参考:干潮表;http://tides.mobilegeographics.com/locations/3854.html?y=2014&m=4&d=12
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/26 |
Reviewed by: NaoyukiYanagibashi
It was amazing!! You absolutely have to do it!! Swimming with the turtles was truly the best moment! You definitely should do it when you come to Hawaii!
最高でした!!絶対やるべき!!カメと一緒に泳ぐことができ本当に最高のひと時でした!絶対にハワイに来た時にはやるべき!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/17 |
Reviewed by: cokayo
**Transportation to the Ship**
We were taken from the hotel to the dock in a large bus that could accommodate about 50 people. A robust-looking captain chatted with us during the ride, but it was in English. Laughing, I took this opportunity to enjoy a nice nap for about an hour both going and returning. Upon arrival, we were directed, "Japanese people go to that ship."
**Sandbar**
The weather wasn't very good, with no blue sky and lots of clouds. This is just bad luck, so there's nothing we can do about it... I had checked the tide schedule thoroughly, so the sandy beach was perfectly exposed. I was really moved by this! I absolutely recommend checking the tide schedule.
**Sea Turtles**
It seemed there were few sea turtles that day, and with my poor eyesight, I could only see them from a distance, so I couldn't get any photos. If you have poor eyesight but usually don't wear glasses, I recommend bringing your glasses.
**Snorkeling**
Many people tried snorkeling but quickly came back up, saying they were scared. I wasn't feeling well, so I just watched from above. My husband, who enjoyed it until the end, said it was beautiful.
**Meals**
We had hamburgers for our meal. They were quite tasty, but the wait time was incredible. There was probably a 30 to 40-minute gap from when the first person started eating to when the last person began. (I think it depends on the number of participants; there were about 35 to 40 people that day.) We were told to "please wait in line," but since we were towards the end of the line and it was too cold to bear, we waited in a spot out of the wind without lining up.
**Changing Area**
There wasn't one. I thought there would be one after getting off the ship, but there wasn't. It was okay to change in the restroom, and we were told we could just wrap ourselves in a bath towel and get on the bus. Honestly, the public restrooms outside were dirty, and there were too few of them, so women were forming lines, making it hard to change. Given that situation, I recommend preparing for changing accordingly.
**Guide**
There was an older gentleman who explained the schedule and how things would go. I was a bit disappointed because I was expecting a famous guide or something.
**Items Needed as of April 18**
Warm clothing!
A bath towel (which can also serve as warm clothing).
【船までの移動】
ホテルから、波止場まで50人くらい乗れそうな大型バスで連れて行ってくれました。
ガタイのいい船長さん風の方が移動中お話してくれましたが、英語。笑
これをいいことに移動中の1時間ほど、ゆっくり睡眠を行きも帰りも取れました。笑
到着してから、「日本人はあっちの船ね〜」と振り分けられました。
【サンドバー】
お天気があんまり良くなくて、青空がなく雲ばっかりでした。
これは運なので仕方がない。。。
潮の満ち引きはしっかり調べていったので、ばっちり砂浜が出ていました。
これには感動しました!!
絶対満ち引き、調べることをオススメします。
【ウミガメ】
この日は少なかったらしく、目の悪い私には遠くでしか出てくれず、見れませんでした。写真はもちろん撮れませんでした。
目が悪いけど普段メガネしていない方は、メガネ持って行くことをオススメします。
【シュノーケル】
1回は降りてみるものの、「恐い」と言って上がってくる人が多かったです。
私は体調が優れなかったので、上から見ていました。
最後の方まで愉しんでいた旦那は、綺麗だったと言っていました。
【お食事】
お食事はハンバーガー。普通に美味しかったですが、待ち時間が凄かった。
最初に食べた人から最後の人が食べ始めるまで、たぶん30〜40分くらいあったのでは??(参加人数にもよると思うけど・この日は35〜40人くらい?)
「並んで待って下さい」と言われましたが、かなり最後の方だった私たちは、あまりにも寒くて耐えられず、風の当たらない所で並ばずに、列が減るのを待っていました。笑
【着替え場所】
なし。
船を降りればあるのかと思っていたけど、なし。
トイレで着替えてもいいし、バスはバスタオルを蒔けばそのまま乗ってもOKとのことでした。
正直、外の公衆トイレは汚いし、トイレの数が少ないから、女性は行列できるのに着替える気になれず。
そんな状態なので、そういう状況に見合った着替えをオススメします。
【ガイドさん】
スケジュールとやり方を説明してくれたおじちゃん。て感じでした。
名物ガイドさんとかいるのかと期待してただけに、ちょっと残念でした。
【4月18日の時点で必要だった持ち物】
防寒着!
バスタオル(防寒着にもなる)
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/18 |
Reviewed by: Cat
This cruise exceeded our expectations. We thought we were hanging on the sandbar for a few hours having lunch and playing volleyball, but that was only the first part! We got to see sea turtles AND snorkel in the ocean by a reef. It was such an awesome deal for the price. I would highly recommend it; not to mention the crew was super friendly/helpful/accomodating.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/17 |
Reviewed by: yuchorin
The weather wasn't great, and it rained almost the whole time, but the staff were all kind and made it enjoyable. They made us laugh with their fluent Japanese. The sandbar didn't look like it did in the pictures, but I was satisfied. The food was very delicious! My husband even had a second helping of meat. It was quite cold due to the rain, but they had blankets prepared, which showed attention to detail in their service.
お天気が良くなくてほとんど雨が降っていましたが、、スタッフの方が皆さん親切で楽しませてくれました。流暢な日本語で笑わせてくれて、、サンドバーは写真のようには見えませんでしたが、、満足です。食事はとてもおいしかったです!主人はお肉をおかわりしていました。雨で結構さむかったのですがひざ掛けも用意してあり、、細かいサービスを感じました。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Thank you for joining the tour the other day. The meals on this tour are served buffet-style, so you can enjoy as much as you like. I'm really glad you enjoyed the seconds. I heard it was a bit chilly on the day you participated, but I'm happy you were able to warm up with the blankets. On sunny days, the sandbar is of course lovely, but on rainy days, it shows a very mystical side. The sandbar presents various expressions. Please come back to the Heavenly Ocean to experience the sandbar's different looks. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。先日はツアーにご参加いただきましてありがとうございました。このツアーではお食事はビュッフェとなっていますのでお好きなだけお楽しみに頂けます。おかわりして頂いて本当に嬉しいです。ご参加頂いた日はちょっぴり寒かったとのこと。でもひざかけで暖まって頂けてよかった♪お天気の日ももちろん素敵なサンドバーですが、雨の日はと〜っても幻想的な表情を見せてくれます。様々な表情を見せてくれるサンドバー。また違った表情のサンドバーに出会いに天国の海に遊びにいらしてくださいね。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/29 |
Reviewed by: パリパリ
The sandbar was enjoyable even for my mother, who can't swim. I asked the staff to take some photos, and they were clearly experienced, capturing the best moments and angles! We got some wonderful photos to remember the day. While snorkeling, I was able to swim alongside a turtle (honu) for about five minutes. The staff were all cheerful, and we had a great time.
サンドバーは泳げない母も楽しめていました。
スタッフの方にお願いして撮影してもらいましたが
さすが慣れていてシャッターチャンスもアングルも最高!
素敵な記念に残る写真が撮れました。
シュノーケルでは亀(ホヌ)と5分くらい一緒に泳げましたよ。
愉快なスタッフさんばかりで、楽しい時間を過ごせました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/16 |
Reviewed by: うなぎいぬ
Unfortunately, due to the cloudy sky, the sea didn't look very beautiful, and to be honest, it was a bit disappointing. The sea in Waikiki looked much clearer. There was no issue with the tour itself, but simply put, the color of the sea varies with the weather, so there's nothing we can do about that.
あいにく曇り空のせいであまり海も綺麗に見えず正直イマイチでした。これならまだワイキキの海の方が綺麗に見えました。ツアー自体に問題はありませんが、単純に天気によって海の色は違うのでこればっかりは仕方ないんだと思います。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/29 |
Reviewed by: megu
The crew was lively and it was a lot of fun. The sandbar was cloudy, and I thought it would have been even more beautiful if it had been sunny. I definitely want to try again next time.
クルーの方々はノリが良くてとても楽しかったです。
サンドバーは曇っていて、晴れていたらもっときれいだったんだろうなーと思います。
次回ぜひまたリベンジしたいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/17 |
Reviewed by: ぴーたん
Whenever I go to Hawaii, I always spend at least one day on this tour. It's fun no matter how many times I go, and the barbecue is delicious. This time, the weather was really nice, and it was the best. I was surprised to see a sea turtle up close.
ハワイに行くと必ず1日はこのツアーに行きます。
何度行っても楽しいしバーベキューも美味しいです。
今回は天気もとてもよくて、最高でした。間近にウミガメ接近でびっくり。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea tour. Thank you for joining us for the third time, Peter! We hope to see you again for the fourth and fifth times at Paradise of the Sea. All of our staff, along with the sea turtles, are looking forward to your visit. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
ぴーたんさんはもうすでに3回目の参加なんですね。ありがとうございます。
是非4回目5回目とまた天国の海にお越し下さいね。
スタッフ一同ウミガメとともにお待ちしてます。マハロ〜!
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/06/15 |
Reviewed by: taro
I was anxious because the bus didn't arrive for 30 minutes after our meeting time, but it eventually came, so I thought it might be the relaxed style of Hawaii. The Japanese guide provided thorough explanations and kept the atmosphere lively, and I was able to swim with sea turtles. It was truly paradise! It changed my perspective on life. Thank you very much!
待ち合わせ時間からバスが30分来なくて焦りましたが
ちゃんと来たので、ハワイのゆっくりなスタイルなのかなと思いました
日本人ガイドさんがしっかり説明して頂けて、盛り上げてくれるし、ウミガメ一緒に泳げました
まさに天国でした!人生の価値観が変わります
ありがとうございました
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/04/02 |
Reviewed by: Kim
I participated with my daughter who is studying abroad in Hawaii. The feeling of standing on the sand while being surrounded by the ocean in 360° was an emotional experience that you can't have in Japan. It was also my first time snorkeling, and the instructions were very thorough, so we swam together without any anxiety and had a great time. We saw a lot of fish as well.
However, since it was still the rainy season in March and it was early in the morning, it was a bit cold, and the only drink available was cold soda. It was also a bit disappointing that there was no warm coffee during snack time, so I would rate it minus one star for that.
The staff members were all very cheerful and energetic, and they took a lot of photos for us, which was great. We had plans afterward, so we chose the early morning plan, but I think those with more time could join a plan that allows for a more leisurely experience.
ハワイに留学中の娘と参加しました。360°海の中なのに砂場に立っている、という不思議な感覚は日本では味わえない感動的なものでした。スノーケリングも初めて体験しましたが、とても丁寧に説明していただき、みんなで泳いでいくので、全く不安がなく楽しめました。たくさん魚も見られました。
ただ、3月はまだ雨季で朝早かったので少し寒く、飲み物が冷たい炭酸しかなかったり、スナックタイムにも暖かいコーヒーがなかったり、ということが少し残念でしたのでマイナス1です。
スタッフの方たちは、みんなすごく明るく元気で写真もたくさん撮ってもらえてよかったです。私たちはそのあと予定があったので、早朝プランにしましたが、時間のある方はもっとゆっくりできるプランに参加されてもいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/03/29 |
Reviewed by: AYA
The weather was nice, and it was a place more beautiful and wonderful than I imagined. I really felt that it was worth coming here! I even got to see a sea turtle while snorkeling, which made me very satisfied! The hamburger was delicious, and I was really happy to have hot cocoa after coming out of the sea. It gets chilly after swimming, so a cover-up is essential. I'm glad I brought a rash guard since the sun was strong. The staff were friendly, and I had a great time! I want to go again.
天気もよくて、想像以上に綺麗で素敵な場所でした。
来てよかったーって本当に思いました♬
シュノーケルではウミガメにも会えたし、大満足!
ハンバーガーもおいしかったし、海から上がった後のホットココアがすごく嬉しかったです。海からあがると冷えるので羽織りものは必須ですね。
日差し強いのでラッシュガードは持ってってよかったです。
スタッフの方もフレンドリーでとっても楽しかったです!
また行きたいな。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/04/04 |
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Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour.
You were lucky to see beautiful waters, fish, sea turtles, and even rays! I'm glad you enjoyed the meal as well.
Please come back and visit us again!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
綺麗な海で、魚達、ウミガメとさらにエイにも会えたとの事。ラッキーでしたね♪ お食事も楽しんで頂けてよかったです。
また遊びにきてくださいね。