Reviewed by: なーたん
I participated in an early morning tour. On the bus ride there, the instructions were explained very clearly and cheerfully, and they taught us pressure points for motion sickness, which made the journey enjoyable. I tend to get motion sickness easily, so even with the pressure points and medication, I still felt sick. However, I was lucky that day to see both dolphins and sea turtles! Although we were told not to chase the dolphins, they actually approached us, and we had to move aside (laughs). Even when the dolphins were out of sight, I could hear their calls when I put my ears to the water, which felt quite mysterious. The sea turtles were far away, but I was still moved to see them. I couldn't eat the hamburger at the time because I was feeling sick, but it was delicious when I had it after returning home. I didn't bring much money, so I was disappointed that I couldn't order the photo data. Overall, it was a satisfying experience, and if I have the chance, I would like to participate again while enduring the motion sickness.
朝早いツアーに参加しました。
行きのバスの中では注意事項などとても明るくわかりやすく説明していただき、酔い止めのツボなど教えていただき楽しく移動できました。
私はとても酔いやすいのでツボを押しても、酔い止めを飲んでも酔ってしまいましたが、その日は幸運でイルカもウミガメも会うことができました!
イルカは追っかけてはいけないとのことでしたが、イルカの方から近づいてきてくれてこちらがよけるほどでした(笑)イルカの姿が見えなくても耳を海面に入れると近い時には鳴き声が聞こえていることがわかり不思議な感じでした。
ウミガメは遠かったですがちゃんとみれて感動しました。
ハンバーガーは酔っていたのでその時は食べられませんでしたが、帰宅してから食べたらおいしかったです。
お金をほとんど持って行かなかったので、写真のデータを申し込むことが出来ず残念でした。
トータルで満足できる内容で機会があれば船酔いに耐えながらまた参加したいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(2017年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/27 |
Reviewed by: あんこ
Due to heavy snow in Narita, my trip to Hawaii was cut short by one day. It was a pretty intense two days, but I think I was able to enjoy my time in Hawaii. I had actually booked a sunset cruise for the first day, but unfortunately, due to the flight cancellation and delays, I couldn't change it, and it was treated as a cancellation without any refund, which was really disappointing. It felt like my excitement was taken away.
And finally, I enrolled in Dolphin University! I heard there might be times when we can't meet the dolphins, which made me a bit anxious.
Now, we're on the boat! Departure! Shortly after we set sail, we spotted a whale spouting water, and then we got a message from the dolphin watching crew: "There they are! So many dolphins!" I think there were over 30 of them! They kept diving into the sea, and I was able to swim with them! It was so exciting! There were also mother and baby dolphins! We swam for quite a long time!
Next, we quickly found dolphins again, so we went snorkeling! The sea was beautiful! Wow! The turtle swam among us without being scared and popped up for air to say hello. I heard that touching it would incur a $70 fine!
What could have been a disastrous trip to Hawaii turned into an exhilarating experience, and I'm so grateful for that! You absolutely have to go! I highly recommend it!
成田大雪の為欠航になり、1日少ないハワイ旅行となりました。
かなりハードな2日間でしたがハワイ旅行満喫出来たかな〜
本当は初日サンセットクルージングも予約していたのですが残念ながら欠航遅延で変更も出来ずキャンセル扱いにもならず勿論返金も無くガッカリでした。
楽しみが奪われる〜〜
そしていよいよイルカ大学に入学‼️
イルカに逢えない事もあると聞きまた不安がー
いよいよ船上❗️出航
出航間もなくクジラ潮吹いているー次にはイルカウォッチングクルーから連絡‼️いた〜イルカいっぱい❗️あれは30以上いたかなー
次々海にダイブイルカ一緒に泳げたよ‼️大興奮‼️親子イルカもいたよー!かなり永い時間泳げたよ❗️さあ次はイルカが直ぐに見つける事が出来たのでシュノーケリング‼️海綺麗❗️ワォ‼️カメちゃん人を怖がらず人の間を泳ぎ息継ぎこんにちは
触ったら70ドルの罰金だとか!
散々なハワイ旅行✈️になる所大興奮なハワイにしてくれて感謝‼️
絶対行ってみて❗️おすすめですよ。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/24 |
Reviewed by: よねっち
It was amazing to see a whale first, then a dolphin, and next a sea turtle! It would have been even better if I could have gone diving in that beautiful ocean! I thought I would like to dive if I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii next time.
最初にクジラに会えて、次にイルカ、その次に海亀に会えて最高だった!
あとはあの綺麗な海に潜ることができればもっと最高だった!」
今度ハワイに行く機会があれば潜りたいと思いました。
Aloha!! Yonecchi,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very pleased that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! よねっち様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/18 |
Reviewed by: ひまわり
Swimming with dolphins was amazing.
I recommend taking measures to stay warm on the return boat, as my wet body got cold.
I was advised to buy the photo data from the tour company, but I'm not sure about it. Most of the photos didn't have me in them, and they weren't great for memories.
イルカと一緒に泳げるなんて 最高でした。
帰りのボートは濡れた体が冷えて寒かったので対策して行かれることをお薦めします。
写真のデーターを催行会社から勧められて買いましたがこれは?マークです。 自分の写ってるのはほとんどなく変な顔や記念にはなりませんでした
Aloha!! Ms. Himawari,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very pleased that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. Your valuable feedback will be utilized to improve future tours. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that are not offered on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! ひまわり様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
お客様の貴重なご意見は、今後のツアーの向上に役立てていかせて頂きたいと思います。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/20 |
Reviewed by: わんちゃん
On the morning of the day I had a reservation, I received a message from the staff at VELTRA saying, "The waves are too high today, and the tour cannot proceed..." They explained the refund and rescheduling process, and I was able to reschedule for the next day. Their response was very professional, and I had no worries at all. I was a bit anxious the next day, but since I didn’t receive a call, I thought everything was fine and headed to the pickup location. However, it turned out to be the day of an annual parade, and the roads were heavily congested. After waiting for the bus for an hour... (I wondered if this could have been anticipated since it happens every year, but all the other tours and buses heading to the airport were also delayed, so I thought it might just be something you have to accept in Hawaii with a big heart, haha). It seemed that the street where we were supposed to be picked up was particularly congested, so the bus stopped on a larger road, and two staff members (one of whom was Japanese) ran to greet us. A large, beautiful bus came to pick us up. Once on the bus, they began with an apology for the delay, introduced the staff, and explained the schedule and important notes in English followed by Japanese. There was also information about purchasing a USB for photos and videos taken on the trip, as well as renting wetsuits. Those who purchased the photo/video package on the way to the destination received a wristband as a gift (one for each participant) and a $5 discount. It seems that if you stay close to the photographer, you might get more photos taken. Upon arriving at the harbor, we used the restroom and borrowed fins and goggles. (We also tried on the wetsuits we rented on the bus here.) Once we found the right size, we boarded the boat. After boarding, we set off to look for dolphins, and during that time, there was another explanation, and we sang a Hawaiian song to show respect for the ocean and its creatures while offering flowers. The cheerful Hawaiian staff jumped into the sea as soon as we reached the dolphin spot and swam to the location of the dolphins. Unfortunately, we didn’t encounter any turtles or whales, but we did meet dolphins, which was an emotional experience that allowed us to feel connected to nature. After that, we moved to another location where we had free time to enjoy snorkeling and kayaking. On the way back to the harbor, we enjoyed taro cheese burgers, bite-sized pineapple, and a small bag of chips each. The staff also performed hula dancing, and everyone participated in dancing together. It was a fun time throughout, and my whole family was very satisfied. Since we purchased the USB, we went to pick it up at an office near DFS in Waikiki that evening, and the Japanese man at the office was very friendly and approachable. You can also receive an eco-bag at this office. I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii. If you have children, I think the 11 AM departure plan would be better to avoid putting too much strain on them. Even if you usually don’t get motion sickness, I think it’s wise to take motion sickness medication as a precaution.
予約をしていた日の朝、VELTRAさんのスタッフの方から「本日は波が高く催行不可能となりました…」と連絡があり、返金・振り替えなどの説明があり、翌日へ振り替えてもらいました。もちろんきちんとした対応で、何の心配もありませんでした。次の日も心配でしたが、電話が来なかったので大丈夫なんだなと思いピックアップ場所へ。しかしその日は年に一度のパレードの日だったらしく道路は大渋滞。バスを待つこと1時間…。(毎年の事なので事前に予測できないのかな?とは思いましたが、他のツアーも、空港へ向かう予約のバスもどれもこれも全てが遅れていたのでハワイでは仕方がないのかな?と思う大きな心が必要です(笑))我が家のピックアップ場所の通りが特に渋滞していたようなので大きい道路にバスを停めスタッフの方が2人(1人は日本人)で走って迎えに来てくれました。大きい素敵なバスがお迎えに来てくれていました。バスに乗るとまず、遅れたお詫びから始まりスタッフの紹介、今日のスケジュールや注意事項などを英語に続き日本語で説明してくれます。バスの中で写真や動画を収めたUSBの購入、ウエットスーツのレンタルなどについても説明があります。行きのバスで写真・動画のセットを購入した人はリストバンドのプレゼント(参加人数分)、5㌦の割引がありました。カメラマンの方の近くにいると多めに撮ってもらえるような気がします。ハーバーに着くと、トイレを済ませフィン・ゴーグルを借ります。(バスの中でレンタルしたウエットスーツもここで試着してみます)サイズを合わせて、OKであれば船に乗り込みます。乗船後、イルカを探しに行きますがその間、再度説明があり、海や生き物に敬意を表すためのハワイの歌を歌って花を捧げます。陽気なハワイアンのスタッフ、イルカのポイントに着いたらすぐに海へ飛び込みイルカの場所まで泳いでいきます。残念ながらかめ、くじらには会えませんでしたが、イルカに出会え自然を感じられ感動でした。そのあとは別の場所へ移動し、シュノーケリングやカヤックなどで遊ぶ自由時間があります。ハーバーまで帰港する際にタロイモのチーズバーガー、パイナップル1口サイズを1つ小袋のチップスを一人一袋食べながら帰っていきます。スタッフがフラダンスも踊ってくれ、参加者皆で踊ったりもします。終始楽しい時間で家族みんな大満足です。我が家はUSBを購入したので、その日の夕方ワイキキのDFS近くにあるオフィスへ取りに行きオフィスにいた日本人の男性もとても気さくで感じのいいかたでした。エコバックはこのオフィスでもらえます。次回ハワイへ行った際には是非また参加したいです。お子さんがいらっしゃる場合は、11時出航プランにした方が子供の負担にならないと思います。普段酔わなくても酔い止めは予防として飲むべきだと思います。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Joanne Peters
Beautiful water with dolphins and whales and an excellent staff. I’d do it again. Food was exceptional
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/17 |
Reviewed by: ともちん
I participated with my father (in his 60s). Since both of us grew up by the sea, we had no worries about swimming, but we were a bit nervous since it was our first time. The woman in charge was absolutely wonderful, and during the bus ride, we had a homeroom session where the participants (we were referred to as such) were laughing the whole time and felt relaxed. On the day of participation, we were told that due to high waves, it might be hard to spot dolphins right away, but as soon as we boarded the boat, we were able to see dolphins and sea turtles! After that, we dove into the sea and were moved to see dolphins swimming right below us... (they were quite far away, though, haha). We couldn't see them up close, but we were able to confirm a significant number of dolphins.
There were participants who suffered from seasickness throughout the trip, so I wouldn't recommend it for those who are prone to seasickness or can't swim (once you dive into the sea, the boat leaves, so if you want to return, you can't. We swam as a group for about 20 minutes, which could be quite tough for those who aren't confident). However, for those who have no issues with seasickness or swimming, I wholeheartedly recommend it! You can experience a feeling of being one with nature!
私と父(60代)で参加しました。二人とも海街育ちなので泳ぎには全く不安は無かったのですが、初めての参加のためドキドキでした。担当の女性の方がとっっても素敵な方で、バスの中でホームルームをするのですが終始生徒(参加者はこう呼ばれます)は笑いっぱなしでリラックス出来ました。参加日は波が高い為すぐに見つかるか分からないとの事でしたが、船に乗り込んですぐにイルカ・海亀を見る事が出来ました!その後海にダイブし泳ぎながら自分たちの真下を泳ぐイルカに感動…(距離はかなり遠いですが笑)間近で見ることが叶いませんでしたがかなりの数のイルカを確認できました。
船酔いで終始苦しんでおられる参加者の方もいましたので、船酔いする方や泳げない方(海に一度潜ると船は離れますので戻りたくてももどれません。20分くらい団体で泳ぐので得意じゃない方はかなら辛そうでした)にはおすすめしませんが、船酔いにも泳ぎにも問題ない方には全力でおすすめです!自然と一体化した気分が味わえますよう!
Aloha! Tomochin,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University tour.
We are very pleased that you spent your valuable time in Hawaii on this dolphin tour and that we could help you create wonderful memories.
Please feel free to come back anytime!
Dolphin Office
Aloha! ともちん様
この度はイルカ大学のツアーにご参加いただき、ありがとうございました。
ともちん様の貴重なハワイご滞在時間を、このイルカツアーに費やしていただき、また
素敵な思い出作りのお手伝いができたこと、大変嬉しく思います。
またいつでも遊びに来てくださいね!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/11 |
Reviewed by: のびのび
After swimming with dolphins in the Ogasawara Islands, I became captivated by them and applied for the experience. First, I tend to get seasick, so I intended to take motion sickness medication but forgot, and we set sail as is. As expected, I got seasick. I didn't reach the point of vomiting, but on the way back, I felt nauseous and couldn't eat. So, I recommend that anyone who is prone to seasickness definitely take motion sickness medication.
Now, onto the main event with the dolphins. It seems I was lucky that day, as we quickly encountered a pod of about a dozen dolphins. As soon as we jumped into the water, we were able to swim with the dolphins right away. They swam around us repeatedly, so we got to swim with them many times. They were really cute.
After that, we went snorkeling. Here too, as soon as we got into the water, we encountered two sea turtles. It was really exciting to see a large sea turtle swimming so comfortably.
After that, in January, the sun went down, and it got really cold. I recommend bringing warm clothing. The local staff were entertaining and made sure everyone had a good time, so overall, I was very satisfied.
小笠原でドルフィンスイムをしてからイルカに虜になり、応募しました。
まず私は酔いやすかったので、酔い止めを飲もうとしてたのですが忘れてしまい、そのまま出航。案の定酔ってしまいました。吐くまでは行きませんが、帰りの船は気持ち悪くご飯食べるところではありませんでした。なので酔いやすい方は必ず酔い止めを飲んだ方がいいとおもいます。
そして本番のドルフィン。
当日は運が良かったみたいで、すぐに十数頭いる群れに出会えました。
海にとびんこんでからすぐにイルカと泳げました。ずっと私たちの周りをくるくると泳いでくれてたみたいなので、何度も何度もイルカと泳げました。キッキいってほんとに可愛かったです。
そのあと、シュノーケル。
ここでも海に降りてすぐ、2匹のウミガメに出会えました。大きなウミガメが気持ちよさそうに泳いでてほんと嬉しかったです。
そのあとは1月で太陽が隠れてしまいすごく寒かったです。防寒のものを持参することをお勧めします。
現地スタッフのかたは面白くて皆さんを楽しませてくれ、全体的に満足です。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/08 |
Reviewed by: YUM1
I wanted to swim with dolphins, so I enrolled in Dolphin University. While riding the bus to the port, the staff shared various stories, making the journey enjoyable. On the boat heading to where the dolphins were, I was thrilled to also see whales! I was so happy to get off the boat twice and see a large group of dolphins up close. I also got to see sea turtles and fish, which was fun. Although I found the SUP, slide, and canoeing a bit lacking since we could only do them for a short time, I had a great time overall. If I get the chance to come back to Waikiki, I will enroll in Dolphin University again! For those who are prone to seasickness, I recommend taking motion sickness medication.
イルカと一緒に泳ぎたくて、イルカ大学に入学しました。バスに乗って、港までの間もスタッフが色んなお話をしてくれて楽しく過ごせました。船に乗ってイルカのいるところまで向かう間に、クジラも見えて感動しました!二度船から降り、イルカの大群をたくさん間近で見れて嬉しかったです。また海ガメも間近で見れたり、魚も見れて楽しかったです。SUPや滑り台やカヌーはおまけで少し出来るくらいで物足りなかったですが、すごく楽しかったです。またワイキキに来れたら、イルカ大学に入学します!!
船酔いする方が沢山いたので、心配な方は必ず酔い止めを飲むべきです。
Aloha! YUM!
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. When you come back to Hawaii, please feel free to visit us again. Next time, let's fully enjoy canoeing and SUP! We look forward to seeing you!
Mahalo! Dolphin Office
Aloha! YUM!様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。
またハワイにお越しの際は、ぜひ弊社に遊びに来てくださいね。
次回はカヌーやSUPも思う存分試しましょうね!お待ちしております!
Mahalo! イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/09 |
Reviewed by: イルカさん
I couldn't meet the dolphins this time, but the staff at Dolphin School were all very nice, so I still had a great time.
Since it's a natural experience, I think there are times when you won't see them! Still, it was wonderful to connect with the vast nature of Hawaii.
By the way, I did get to see the turtles and whales!!
Even in midsummer, it gets cold once you're out of the water, so it's better to bring a long-sleeve shirt.
今回イルカには会えなかったけど、イルカ中学のスタッフさんが
とても良い方ばかりだったのでそれでも楽しかったです
自然での体験なので会えないことあると思います!
それでもハワイの大きな自然に触れられて、よかったです。
ちなみに亀さんとクジラには会えました!!
真夏でも海から出たら、寒いので長袖を持って行った方が良いです。
Aloha! Dolphin-san,
Thank you for participating in the private Dolphin Junior High School tour. It's a pity that you couldn't meet Teacher Dolphin, but please do try again! Let's make sure to meet Teacher Dolphin next time! We look forward to seeing you!
Mahalo! Dolphin Office
Aloha! イルカさん様
この度は私立イルカ中学のツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。
イルカ先生に会えなかったのは残念ですが、ぜひまた再挑戦してくださいね!
その時は必ずイルカ先生に会いましょう!!
お待ちしております!
Mahalo! イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/24 |
Reviewed by: はんね
I couldn't see any dolphins, but I had a great time swimming in the beautiful sea and playing on the board! I had heard it was the wrong season to see whales, but I was happy to see two of them.
I experienced severe seasickness, so I recommend taking motion sickness medication before going! Also, everyone was renting wetsuits, so I think it's a good idea to rent one as well.
I'm glad I made some wonderful memories!
イルカには会えなかったけど、綺麗な海で泳いだりボードに乗って遊んだり楽しかったです!
クジラは見れない時期と聞いていたのに、2匹も見ることができて嬉しかったです。
船酔いが凄かったので、酔い止めを飲んで行くのをお勧めします!
あと、ウェットスーツも皆さん借りられていたので借りた方がいいと思います。
いい思い出ができて良かったです!
Aloha, Hanne,
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin University Tour. Although it was unfortunate that you couldn't meet Dolphin Sensei, we are truly happy to have been a part of your wonderful memories in Hawaii. Please come visit us again when you return to Hawaii! Let's make sure to meet Dolphin Sensei next time!
Mahalo!
Dolphin Office
Aloha, はんね様
この度はイルカ大学ツアーにご参加いただき、ありがとうございました。
イルカ先生には会えなかったのは残念でしたが、はんね様のハワイでの素敵な思い出の一部になれたこと、
心よりうれしく思います。
またハワイにお越しの際は、ぜひ遊びに来てくださいね!
次こそは必ずイルカ先生に会いましょうね!
Mahalo!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/24 |
Reviewed by: shaki
I had high expectations for the main event of my trip to Hawaii, but I didn't see any dolphins at all. I understand that it's a wild animal, so it's not surprising. Even when they said, "It's a whale!" it was too far away, and even with my contact lenses, I couldn't see it well. They worked hard to find dolphins, and since we waited on the boat for a long time, I ended up feeling seasick, even though I usually don't take motion sickness medication. I hoped to do a lot of snorkeling since I couldn't see any dolphins, but it ended rather quickly. I think it was a stroke of luck that I got to see a sea turtle! They took a lot of photos, but honestly, if you don't buy a USB, you won't see anything, so I recommend purchasing it on the bus if you want to keep those memories. For lunch, I think "light snack" is a better description than "lunch." Later, I received an email saying, "Here are today's photos," but there were no attachments... I didn't even know who to contact about it. I think I might have had too high expectations. I received a discount voucher for the next time since I didn't see any dolphins, but to be honest, I'm not sure if I would want to participate again.
ハワイ旅行のメインイベント、くらいに思って期待しておりましたが、全くイルカに逢えませんでした。
野生の生き物なので仕方のないこととは思います。
鯨だよ!と言われてもかなり遠くてコンタクト着用していてもよく分からなかったです。
一生懸命イルカを探してくれて、長いこと船上で待機していたので普段は酔い止めを飲まない私でも船酔いしてしまいました。
イルカが見れなかった分、たくさんシュノーケリングができればと思いましたが、案外あっさり終わってしまいました。
ウミガメが見られたのは不幸中の幸いかなと思います!
写真を沢山撮ってもらいましたが、正直USBを買わない人は何も見られないので、思い出として欲しい方はバスの中で購入を希望しておいた方がいいと思います。
お昼もランチというか軽食という表現がベストかと思います。
後ほど、今日の写真です、とメールが届きましたが写真は添付されておらず…どこに問い合わせていいのかも分からず…
ちょっと期待し過ぎたかなと思いました。
イルカが見れなかったので次回割引券頂きましたが、次回も参加したいかと聞かれたら正直微妙なところです。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/24 |
Reviewed by: gamichan
We set sail and were immediately greeted by a whale. It was an amazing start, as we could clearly see the spout and the body along with the tail, raising our expectations of encountering dolphins and turtles. After that, under the captain's guidance, we encountered many dolphins and turtles just as we hoped. The baby turtles were incredibly cute. We were able to welcome 2018 with a wonderful beginning. The staff were also very kind, and I am grateful. Thank you.
I can't swim, so I was scared when I jumped from the boat. But even at my age, I found the courage to try, and surprisingly, I was able to do it. It became a journey of discovery where I could challenge myself. Thank you.
出航していきなりクジラのお出迎えです。
潮吹きと胴体にシッポもハッキリくっきり見ることが出来て最高な滑り出し、イルカちゃんやカメさんに出会える期待が高まる船出でした。
その後、船長さんの操縦で期待通りに沢山のイルカ達やカメ達に遭遇しました。子亀がとっても可愛らしかったです。2018年が素晴らしい幕開けで迎えることが出来ました。スタッフの皆さんもとっても親切で感謝です。ありがとうございました。(m)
泳げない私、船から飛び込む時怖かった。でも年をとってもやって見ると意外とできる勇気をもらいました。チャレンジ出来る発見の旅となりました。
ありがとう。(y)
Aloha! gamichan,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are truly delighted to have been able to help make your wonderful start to 2018.
When you come back to Hawaii, please feel free to visit our office.
Mahalo! Dolphin Office
Aloha! gamichan 様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございました。gamichan 様の2018年の素敵な幕開けのお手伝いができたこと、心より嬉しく思います。
またハワイにお越しの際は、ぜひ弊社に遊びに来てくださいね。
Mahalo! イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Lisa Macklem
This was just a terrific day from start to finish. We were picked up on time, and everything was exactly as advertised. We saw turtles, swam with the dolphins, and saw approximately 8 whales too! It was the first time snorkeling for both my husband and myself and the staff was terrific. Emmanuel picked us up and took care of us for the whole day. Our captain was terrific, making sure that we saw all those whales and had plenty of time for snorkeling with the dolphins and then over a wonderful coral reef. Photographer Justin was also terrific - making sure to get great pictures of everyone who wanted them. HIghly recommend this tour and company! Friendly AND professional!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/04 |
Reviewed by: ヨッシー
Departure before sunrise to West Oahu. The scenery was different from Waikiki and had its own charm! I was able to see the dolphins swimming directly below me on the second try! Unfortunately, I used a 2mm wetsuit for warmth, but it was still cold.
西オアフまで、日の出前の出発。初めて見る景色もWaikikiとは違った風情!イルカには、2回目のトライで真下に泳ぐ姿が見られました!残念だったのは、寒さ対策で、2mmのタッパーを使いましたが、寒かったです。
Aloha Yoshi,
Congratulations on your graduation from the prestigious Dolphin University! We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your time with the dolphins and experienced the nature of West Oahu.
We look forward to your participation again, as there are manta tours on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha ヨッシー様
この度は名門イルカ大学ご卒業おめでとうございます!
西オアフの自然を感じ、イルカ先生との時間をお楽しみ頂けたようで
スタッフ・クルー一同嬉しく思っております。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/04 |
Reviewed by: tys
Even if the dolphins are that far away, being told "You saw the dolphins, right?" is a bit confusing.
The light lunch and other dances were as expected.
It would be nice if there were a place for women to change besides the restroom on the way back.
イルカがあれほど遠くても「イルカ見えたでしょ、みえたでしょ」と言われても??
軽食ランチ、他ダンスは想像通りだった
帰り女性が着替える場所がトイレ以外にあれば
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/01 |
Reviewed by: tys
Even if the dolphins are that far away, being told "You saw the dolphins, right?" is a bit confusing.
The light lunch and other dance activities were as expected.
It would be nice if there were a place for women to change other than the restroom on the way back.
イルカがあれほど遠くても「イルカ見えたでしょ、みえたでしょ」と言われても??
軽食ランチ、他ダンスは想像通りだった
帰り女性が着替える場所がトイレ以外にあれば
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/01 |
Reviewed by: Trish Foxall
Wow, wow, wow. This was the experience of a lifetime for me and my family. We really hit the jackpot. Within minutes of leaving the harbor we came across some Humpback whales frolicking with some dolphins - this was breathtaking. We then swam with sea turtles and had an amazing experience with a pod of approximately 50 dolphins. I honestly believe we had luck on our side because we couldn't have asked for a more amazing experience. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and made the tour even more enjoyable. I can honestly say this was the highlight of our holiday and would recommend this company to everyone.
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/29 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き二人組
Two years ago, I participated in a program at a junior high school and swam with dolphins. I wanted to experience that happiness again, so I joined this time. Unfortunately, I couldn't meet any dolphins, but I was moved to see whales and turtles. I even got to see the spouts of several whales from a distance! And as expected from a university, Mr. Takao's passionate lecture and the meaningful movements in the dance were rich in content, conveying a love for Hawaii that captivated me. Thank you very much. I would love to participate again! (*^^*)
2年前に中学の方で参加しイルカと泳ぎました。その時の幸せ感を味わいたく今回参加させていただきました。残念ながらイルカには会えなかったけれど、クジラや亀に会えて感動しました。少し遠くですがクジラの潮吹きもみられました。それも何頭も…!そしてさすが大学、Mr.Takaoの熱のこもった講義?や、ひとうひとつの動作に意味を感じるダンス等も内容が濃く、Hawaii愛が伝わり聴きいってしまいました。ありがとうございました。また、是非参加させていただきます(*^^*)
Aloha!! To the wonderful duo who loves Hawaii,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are thrilled that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta ray tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! ハワイ大好き二人組様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/25 |
Reviewed by: 華ちゃん
The guide who showed us around was enjoyable and great. We were able to see a sea turtle, even if just a little, and snorkeling was fun. Even though I'm not a strong swimmer, I felt safe participating. We went as a family, but my kindergarten-aged grandchild was shivering and crying because of the low temperature. I think it's important to choose the right season for small children.
案内してくださったガイドの方が楽しくてよかったです。ウミガメは少しだけですが見えたし、シュノーケリングも楽しく、泳ぎが得意ではない私も安心して参加できました。家族で行きましたが、幼稚園児の孫は気温が低く、寒さに震えて泣いてしまいました。小さな子どもには季節を選ぶ必要があると思いました。
Aloha!!
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very pleased that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. We will continue to strive to provide better tours, taking into account your child's cold weather preparations as a future consideration.
There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! 華ちゃん様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
お子様の防寒対策なども今後の課題として、より良いツアーをご提供出来るよう努めてまいります。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2017年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/07 |
Reviewed by: あんぱん
This was my first time in Hawaii for our honeymoon! We decided to join this tour because we wanted to see dolphins in the beautiful ocean. The day before, there was heavy rain, so I was worried about the weather, but it turned out to be clear skies. We took an early morning bus to the port, and when we boarded the boat, the staff warmly welcomed us. The staff maintained a cheerful atmosphere and treated us with care from start to finish. We traveled by boat for about 45 minutes, and during that time, we were able to see a whale spouting! (By the way, on the way back, we also saw its tail.)
As for the dolphins, I was a bit anxious that we might not encounter them since we were dealing with nature, but we were able to see them underwater! (Interestingly, it seems that there were no sightings for the three days leading up to our participation.) Although we didn't see them up close like in an aquarium, I was moved to encounter wild dolphins! After that, we split into activities and snorkeling. I experienced snorkeling, and I was able to see many fish up close as well. On the way back, we had a fun time dancing hula with the staff. It became a wonderful memory of our once-in-a-lifetime honeymoon!
今回ハネムーンで初めてハワイにやってきました!綺麗な海でイルカがみたいということでこのツアーへの参加を決めました。前日は大雨で果たして天気は大丈夫かなと心配しましたが快晴でした。早朝バスに乗って港へ着き、船に乗船するとスタッフが明るく迎えてくれました。スタッフの皆さんは最初から最後まで明るい雰囲気で丁寧にもてなしてくれます。45分くらい船で移動しましたがその途中でクジラの潮吹きもみるとこができました!(ちなみに帰りは尾びれもみることができました)
そして肝心のイルカですが、自然が相手なので出会えないかもと不安もありましたが、水中でも見ることできました!(ちなみに参加日までの3日間は出会えなかったみたいです)水族館みたいに近距離でみれたわけではありませんが野生のイルカに出会えたのには感動しました!その後はアクティビティとシュノーケルに分かれました。シュノーケルを体験しましたがこちらもたくさんの魚を真近で見ることができました。帰りにはスタッフさんとフラで盛り上がったりと楽しいひと時でした。たった一度のハネムーンの良い思い出になりました!
Aloha!! Anpan-san,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very pleased that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! あんぱん様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Kim McMillian
This was a great experience. The staff was extremely knowledgeable and helpful and friendly. I was having problems swimming in the choppy water and one of the girls stuck by me, made sure I was ok and also made sure I was able to see the dolphins.
My son and grandson loved seeing the turtles and the kayak.
Thank you for a wonderful time. We highly recommend this excursion with this company. They’re outstanding!
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| Packages: | Morning Cruise (25% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/26 |
Reviewed by: たんたん
In the distance, I could see what looked like the tail of a whale and the shadow of a sea turtle, but in the end, there were no dolphins at all.
Along the way, I snorkeled for about an hour, but I didn't see any fish in areas that weren't particularly beautiful, like the coral reefs. When I participated in snorkeling tours in other countries, I had experiences where I saw very beautiful coral reefs and tropical fish, so if we weren't going to see dolphins, I wished we could at least stop at a spot where we could expect to see more tropical fish. Just looking at the white sand underwater quickly bored my child, and when we returned to the boat, it was cold.
One positive point was that the staff were very cheerful, dancing the hula and letting us ride in canoes.
I understand that these things can happen when dealing with nature, but I was disappointed that I invested a whole day, starting with a 5 AM gathering, for such a rare day in Hawaii.
By the way, as an apology for the group that didn't see dolphins, they said the next participation fee would be discounted by $20. However, since there's no guarantee that the same thing won't happen again, I won't participate anymore.
はるかかなたにクジラのしっぽと海亀が泳ぐ影らしきものが見られたのですが、結局イルカは姿すらなかったです・・。
途中、1時間ほど、シュノーケルをしたのですが、サンゴ礁など特に綺麗でないところで、魚も見られず・・。他国でシュノーケルツアーに参加した際は
とてもきれいなサンゴ礁と熱帯魚が見られた経験があるので、イルカも見られないならば、せめてもっと熱帯魚などが期待できるスポットで停泊してくれてもと思いました・・。海中の白い砂をみるだけで子供もすぐ飽きて、すぐに舟にひきあげたら今度は寒いと・・。
一つ良かった点は、スタッフの皆さんがとても陽気で、フラダンスを踊ってくださったり、カヌーに乗せてくれたりしました。
自然相手なのでこういうこともあるかとは思うのですが、貴重なハワイの1日を朝5時代に集合して一日投資したのにと残念でした。
ちなみに、イルカを見れなかったグループへのおわびとしては、次回参加代金が20ドルにディスカウントされるのだそうです。
同じことが2度ないとも限らないので、もう参加はしませんが。
Aloha, thank you for participating in Dolphin University. We apologize for not being able to provide a tour that met your expectations due to unfavorable conditions with the ocean and wildlife. As you mentioned, a retry for Dolphin University will be $20 per person, but if you consider Dolphin Junior High, a retry is free of charge. We would be grateful if you could consider participating again if the opportunity arises. We sincerely apologize for not being able to provide you with a memorable experience on our tour.
Aloha, この度はイルカ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました。海や生き物のコンディションが芳しくなく、ご期待に沿うツアーを実現することが出来ず申し訳ございません。ご記載頂いた通り、イルカ大学へのリトライはお一人当たり$20となりますが、イルカ中学でしたら無料でリトライが可能ですので、もしまた機会があれば是非参加をご検討いただければ幸いです。弊社ツアーにて思い出に残る良いお時間をお過ごしいただくことが出来なかったこと、重ねてお詫び申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/24 |
Reviewed by: まゆきんす
I participated in a tour early in the morning. Meeting at 5 AM in front of the hotel was tough, but I was very happy to meet many dolphin instructors!
Due to high waves that day, I couldn't meet the turtle professor, but I want to try again next time!!
朝早くからのツアーで参加しました。
ホテル前に5時集合は辛かったけど、たくさんのイルカ先生に会えてとても嬉しかったです!
その日は高波の影響もり、カメ教授にお会いすることができませんでしたが、次回またリベンジしたいです!!
Aloha!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin School this time! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed your precious time with the wild dolphins. When you come to Hawaii again, please be sure to visit Dolphin School and University once more, and this time, make sure to meet Professor Turtle! MAHALO!!
Aloha!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加頂きありがとうございました!野生のイルカ先生との貴重な時間をお楽しみいただけたようで何よりです。またハワイにいらした際には是非再度イルカ中学・大学にもお越しいただき、次こそはカメ教授に会いに来てくださいね! MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | 【ハネムーナー限定キャンペーン】07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/11/29 |
Reviewed by: ヒナコ
I participated with my 6-year-old child, but swimming with the dolphins was quite a challenge, so my spouse and I took turns. The activity slide looked fun, and it was great to see everyone enjoying it.
It was mid-December, and I heard it was cold even with a wetsuit, so I brought a winter rash guard just in case and wore diving shorts underneath, which kept me warm.
We were able to see about 10 dolphins up close! During snorkeling, we encountered about 3 dolphins, and I was very satisfied! I was also glad to see a sea turtle from the boat.
I think it can depend on the weather, but unlike other tours, it was great to have an eco-friendly and authentic experience. Thank you!
6歳の子供と参加しましたが、
イルカと泳ぐのはハードル高くて、
夫婦で交換ずつ参加しました。
アクティビティの滑り台は、
楽しそうにやっており良かったです。
12月半ばでしたが、ウェットスーツでも寒いとの事で、
念のために持参した冬用ラッシュガードと、
ダイビング用の短パンをインナーにしたら、
寒くなかったです。
イルカさんは、群れで10頭くらいに間近で逢えました!
シュノーケリングの時も、3頭くらいに逢えて、
大満足でした!
ウミガメにも船の上から逢えてよかったです。
天候にも左右されると思いますが、
他のツアーさんと違って、エコで本格的なツアーでよかったです。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/15 |
Reviewed by: calo0413
I was able to see wild dolphins for the first time. Since we wore jackets with buoyancy aids, some people may get seasick. Unfortunately, my wife felt unwell and had to get out partway through.
野生のイルカを初めて見ることができました。浮き袋付きのジャケットを着用するので、人によっては酔いやすいです。妻は気分が悪くなり残念ながら途中で上がらざるを得ませんでした。
Aloha!! calo0413,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very pleased that you were able to experience something that is hard to find in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! calo0413様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/15 |
Reviewed by: さっちん
I wanted to swim with dolphins. It was my husband's long-time wish, so we joined this tour. We gathered at 5:30 in the morning, which marked the start of a cold day. Even though it was Hawaii, December was chilly. After arriving at the port, we set sail. We borrowed wetsuits and got into the water. The waves were high, and the sea was murky; occasionally, we could see the dolphins' fins, but not clearly. During that time, I ended up drinking water multiple times and was coughing (-_-;) I got back on the boat once to search for where the dolphins were and moved to a different spot. However, when I got in the water for the second time, I was shivering too much from the cold and had no choice but to give up. My husband went in. He encountered the dolphins and said he was able to swim with them a little, which made him happy, but I was still struggling with the cold and just wanted to go back. I had that feeling the whole time... I want to try again during a warmer season instead of winter.
イルカと一緒に泳ぎたい。主人の昔からの願いでしたので、このツアーに参加しました。朝、5:30に集合だったので、そこから寒い一日がスタートしました。ハワイとはいえ、12月は寒かった。港について、出港。ウェットスーツを借りて、水の中に入りました。波も高く、海も濁っていて、たまに、イルカの背びれが見え隠れしていましたが、はっきりとは見えず。その間に、何度も水を飲んでしまい、ゲホゲホ(-_-;) 一度船に上がり、イルカのいる場所を探し移動。そして、二度目の入水の時には、ガタガタと寒すぎて震えがきて、どうしようもなく、私は断念。主人は中に入りました。イルカ達がいるところに遭遇し、若干一緒に泳げたそうで、主人はよかったといっていましたが、私はその後も寒さとの葛藤で、早く帰りたい。そんな思いがずっとありまして、、、
冬ではなく、今度は暖かい時期にもう一度チャレンジしたいと思います。
Aloha!! Satchin,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. Even in Hawaii, there can be windy days during this time of year, so we hope you will visit again in the warm summer months. There are also manta ray tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! さっちん様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイとはいえ日によっては今の時期は風が強い日もございますので、次回は是非温かい夏の時期にお越し下さい。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/14 |
Reviewed by: じゃっぷ
Before moving to Waianae Harbor, there was an explanation (in English and Japanese), and I signed a consent form on an iPad. There was enough time to take a nap during the transfer.
The reason I booked this tour was because it was described as "a healing tour to swim with wild dolphins in the sea!" However, in reality, diving was prohibited. It was more of a dolphin watching experience while snorkeling. The life jackets were the type that hang around the neck and were mandatory (you could deflate them). On December 13th, the water quality was poor and murky, possibly due to high waves. The dolphins were mostly deep down and only faintly visible (the staff would say, "Look down!!"). They didn't come close at all, and it ended quickly. After that, we moved to the snorkeling point where we could enjoy SUP, sea kayaking, and a slide. However, the snorkeling point we went to had nothing. There were no corals, no turtles, and only a few fish were spotted. I later heard that the captain decides which snorkeling points to go to, but this was just too disappointing.
For lunch, we had a pre-made cheeseburger with taro buns wrapped in foil. The buns were a bit sweet, so preferences may vary. There were also chips. Drinks included free water and lemonade on board (on December 13th, there was warm tea, possibly because it was cold). There were also restrooms available. If you're worried about seasickness, it's better to take something (three people vomited and were down). On the way back to the harbor, there was hula and ukulele performance, and the staff's effort to entertain was nice. Some people bought a USB with photos and videos during the ride, as there was a $5 discount, but it's important to think carefully about whether you'll see dolphins, whether you might get seasick, or whether the weather might prevent you from getting good photos before purchasing in advance. The eco bags were probably only for those who purchased the USB. I didn't receive anything. Honestly, I didn't feel that the service was worth the tour fee of $156.
I understand that it's wild and natural, but I was disappointed by the discrepancies between the description and the actual experience.
ワイアナエハーバーに移動するまでに説明(英語&日本語)があり、ipadで同意書?に記入します。移動には仮眠できるほどの時間があります。
今回こちらのツアーを予約したのは説明文にある"海で野生のイルカと一緒に泳ぐ癒しのツアー!"と記載されていたからです。実際は潜る潜水行為禁止。イルカウォッチングをシュノーケルしながらの形になります。ライフジャケットは首からさげるタイプで着用義務(エアーは抜くことができます)。12/13は波が高かったのもあるのか水質は悪く濁っていました。イルカはずっと下の方に居てうっすらと見える程度(スタッフが"Look down!!"と教えてくれます)。近くに寄って来てくれることもなく。あっという間に終了。その後シュノーケルポイントに移動しSUPやシーカヤック、滑り台などを楽しめます。しかし、行ったシュノーケルポイントはなんにもない所でした。珊瑚もなければ亀は居ない、魚は数匹みかけた程度。後から聞いた話ではいくつかあるシュノーケルポイントをキャプテンの判断で決めるそうですが、これが、あまりに酷すぎでした。その後お昼ご飯は事前に作られホイルで包まれたタロイモのバンズでできたチーズバーガー。バンズは少し甘めで好みがあると思います。おまけにチップス。飲み物は船内に自由に飲めるお水とレモネードがあります(12/13は寒かった為か暖かいお茶もありました)。トイレも完備されています。船酔いを心配されている方は飲んだ方がいいです(3名嘔吐してダウンしてました)。ハーバーまでの帰り道にフラやウクレレ演奏があり、スタッフの楽しませようとしてくれる雰囲気は良かったです。行きの車内で写真と動画のUSBを購入すると$5割引になる為購入している方がいましたが、イルカに会えるかもわからない、船酔いしてダウンするかもしれない、天気が悪く良い写真が撮れていないかもしれない事をよく考えた上で事前購入しましょう。エコバッグはおそらくUSB購入者だけです。何ももらえませんでした。正直私はツアー代金$156の見合ったサービスを受けられたとは思いませんでした。
野生と自然相手なので仕方ないですが、説明文と食い違う内容にはがっかりしました。
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| Packages: | 11:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/13 |
Reviewed by: JOE
I woke up early, swayed by the bus, and headed to the dock while rubbing my sleepy eyes. After offering a prayer to the sea, we set sail on our long-awaited dolphin search journey. Unfortunately, we couldn't see dolphins up close during the two dives, but we did see them jumping from the boat, and most importantly, we were lucky enough to witness the whale's courtship dance multiple times, which was satisfying! The instructors were very cheerful and really energized everyone, making it a lot of fun! I want to go again when I come back to Hawaii! I hope to see dolphins up close next time! ♫
朝早起きしてバスに揺られ、眠い目をこすりながら船着場へ向かいました。
海にお祈りを捧げて、念願のイルカ探しの旅へ出航です。
残念ながら二回のダイブではイルカを間近で見ることは出来なかったけれど、船からイルカが跳ねているところは見られたし、何より偶然にもクジラの求愛のダンスを何回も見られて満足です!
インストラクターの方々もとても明るくみんなを盛り上げてくれてとても楽しかったです!
またハワイに来たら行きたいです!次回はイルカを間近で見られるといいな♫
Aloha!! JOE,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very pleased that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next participation.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! JOE様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/13 |
Reviewed by: N.N
The female instructor was very energetic. I was a bit surprised by her high energy in the morning. However, she worked hard to find dolphins, and we were able to see wild dolphins. The snorkeling was also very beautiful.
女性のインストラクターのテンションが高かったです。
朝からテンションが高くて少しびっくりしてしまいました。
でも、イルカを一生懸命探してくれ、野生のイルカを見ることができました。
シュノーケリングもとてもきれいでした。
Aloha!! N.N,
Thank you for participating in the prestigious Dolphin University tour. We are all very happy that you were able to experience something that is hard to come by in Japan. There are also manta tours available on the Big Island that you won't find on Oahu, so we look forward to your next visit.
Mahalo!!
Dolphin Office
Aloha!! N.N様
この度は名門イルカ大学のツアーにご参加頂き、ありがとうございました。
日本では中々経験できない体験をして頂けて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです。
ハワイ島にはオアフ島にはないマンタツアーなどもございますので、またのご参加を心待ちにしております。
Mahalo!!
イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン(2018年3月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2017/12/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/04/07 |
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Aloha, Anko,
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We are all very happy that you were able to have the experience of meeting Dr. Whale, Dr. Dolphin, and Professor Turtle, which is not something you can easily do in Japan. The weather was great, and we are grateful that you could enjoy the beauty of the ocean!
You can also swim with manta rays on the Big Island! If you have the opportunity, please try another new experience.
Mahalo, Dolphin Office
Aloha, あんこ様
この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました!
クジラ大先生、イルカ先生、カメ大教授にも会えるという
日本ではなかなか体験できない経験をしていただけて、スタッフ一同嬉しい限りです^^/
天気も良く、海の綺麗さも感じていただけて我々も感謝です!!
ハワイ島ではマンタと泳ぐこともできますよ!
機会があればぜひまた新たな経験をしてみてください♩
Mahalo イルカオフィス