Reviewed by: mblock
I went out with my brother and it was our first time going to the West Side. we absolutely loved it!
The vessel is brand new and it comfortably accommodates all guest. The crew is very knowledgeable and professional, after the safety briefing they served us a continental breakfast, with a nice variety of fresh fruits and cakes.
By the moment we left the harbor we could already see lots of wild Hawaiian dolphins swimming close to the boat. We were lucky enough to even spot 4 humpback whales, if you are visiting the Island during the winter months you will have big chances of seeing them also.
We've stopped at Makaha Caverns to snorkel. It's absolutely beautiful! The guide was swimming with us around the area and we surrounded by turtles and beautiful colorful fishes.
Lunch was served right after snorkel time, we could make our own sandwiches and choose from barbecue pork, tuna salad, deli meats, cheese, chips and pasta salad. Delicious!
It was a delightful morning, this snorkel tour was amazing! Definitely recommend Hawaii Nautical to everyone seeking for a good time in paradise!
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/07 |
Reviewed by: こづれ
Even my older child with pool experience and my second grader managed to keep up. A year later, they still haven't forgotten, so it seems like it will be a lifelong memory.
プール経験のある年長と小2のこどもも何とかついて行けました。1年たっても 忘れていないので一生の思い出になりそうです。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/07/21 |
Reviewed by: a.m
During the bus ride, they talked about various things related to Hawaii, so I wasn't bored at all. I only saw a few dolphins, but it was still quite fun. We moved by boat in search of dolphins → spotted dolphins and jumped into the sea → chased and swam after the dolphins!! → moved by boat again → jumped into the sea and swam!! It was quite physically demanding with all that repetition.
バスの移動中から色々とハワイのことをお話してくださったりして退屈しませんでした。イルカはボチボチくらいしか見れませんでしたけど、まぁまぁ楽しかったです。船でイルカを求めて移動→イルカ発見で海へ→ひたすらイルカを追いかけ泳ぐ!!→また船で移動→海へ飛び込み泳ぐ!!の繰り返しで結構、体力的にしんどいです。
Thank you for participating. We look forward to your next participation!
ご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。またのご参加をお待ちしております!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/08/14 |
Reviewed by: こたみわ
We participated with our 6-year-old and 1-year-old children. Our older child is not very good at swimming, so they were able to ride on a float and saw many dolphins! Both of us had a great experience ⭐️ We would love to participate again when we visit Hawaii!
うちは6才と1才の子供を連れての参加でした。
上の子は泳ぎが得意ではないので浮輪に乗せてもらい沢山のイルカを見たそうです!親子共に良い体験させてもらいました⭐️またハワイに行った折には参加したいです‼︎
Thank you for participating. We are glad you enjoyed it. We look forward to your next participation!
ご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。お楽しみ頂けて何よりです。またのご参加をお待ちしております!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/14 |
Reviewed by: (☆∀☆)
I participated at the end of February! Waking up early in the morning was tough, but there were so many dolphins that it was incredibly moving!! I was told that if you stop breathing through the snorkel, you can hear the dolphins, but there were so many dolphins that even while breathing normally, I could constantly hear their sounds!
Unfortunately, the waves were too high, so we couldn't do any marine sports, and the speaker broke, so we couldn't do the hula dance either. We were sent back to the hotel 1 hour and 30 minutes earlier than planned. I was happy to see a lot of dolphins, swim with turtles, and even see whales, although they were far away, but I wonder about the schedule not being adjusted despite the issues? Because of that, I didn't leave a tip.
I understand it's a business, but $60 for the photo CD is expensive! My friend wanted it, so I ended up buying it, but it's disappointing that we had to pay a high price for a CD that included other people besides us. I was advised not to take a camera while snorkeling with the dolphins, so I left it behind, but now I regret not bringing it.
2月末に参加しました!
朝早くから起きるのは大変でしたが、イルカがこれでもか!?っと言うほどいっぱいいて、超感動!!
シュノーケルの呼吸を止めるとイルカの声が聞こえると言われましたが、イルカが居すぎて、普通に呼吸していても、常時キュ~と言う声が聞こえていました~!!
残念なのは、波が高すぎて、マリンスポーツをやれず、またスピーカーが壊れてしまい、フラダンスも出来ず、予定より1時間30分早くホテルに帰されてしまいました。イルカもいっぱい見れて、亀と泳ぎ、遠かったけどクジラも見れてHAPPYでしたが、色々とスケジュールが抜けてもそのまま、っていうのはどうなんだろ?
そのため、tipは払いませんでした。
あと、商売なのは分かるけど、写真のCDR$60は高い!友人が欲しい!!っと言っていたので、結局買いましたが、自分達以外の人とかが載ったCDRを高額で買わなきゃならないのは残念。
イルカのシュノーケルの時にカメラを持って行くのはお勧め出来ないと言われ、カメラを置いて泳ぎましたが、持って行けば良かったと後悔してます。
Thank you for using our services.
However, we sincerely apologize for the change in schedule due to poor wave conditions.
Upon confirming with the operating company, we were informed that many passengers experienced seasickness due to the unfavorable wave conditions on that day, which is why the schedule was moved up by 30 minutes.
Additionally, I believe our guide provided information regarding the schedule change, but it seems that it was not communicated clearly to you, and we are truly sorry for that.
Based on your valuable feedback, we will strive to provide services that will further enhance your satisfaction, and we appreciate your continued support.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
この度はご利用いただきまして、ありがとうございます。
しかし、波の状況が悪くスケジュールが変更になりましたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
催行会社に確認をしましたところ、当日波の状況が良くなく船酔いをされたかたも多かったため、30分スケジュールを早めたと報告がきております。
また、担当ガイドからスケジュール変更に関して案内をさせていただいたかと思うのですが、きちんとお客様に伝わっておらず、大変申し訳ございません。
お客様からの貴重な体験談を元に、更にご満足いただけるサービスを提供出来るよう努めて参りますので今後ともよろしくお願いします。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Issy
First of all, it’s a coastal area, but since we go out into the open sea, it can get rocky. I got seasick, even though I’m usually fine with marine sports.
As for the dolphins, it seems that most of the approximately 30 participants were able to see them, but I couldn’t.
There were moments when they shouted, “The dolphins are over there! Jump in!” and “They’re over here! Jump in!” It didn’t feel like we were swimming together with them. When I desperately swam and looked around underwater, I could see them.
All the participants were Japanese. There were two staff members who could speak Japanese, and the others could mostly communicate as well. It was impressive to see the staff working hard to energize the somewhat reserved Japanese participants.
I was more impressed by the snorkeling than the dolphins. The water clarity was amazing!! It was about 10 meters deep, I think. The high transparency made it feel like I was flying in the sky, and the fish were beautiful, which was very moving. I’ve done snorkeling on other tours, but this one was by far the best!
The staff’s enthusiasm to help us see the dolphins and their desire to make it enjoyable was a very likable aspect of the tour.
まず、、、沿海ですが外海に出ますので揺れます。
そして酔います。普段からマリンスポーツでならしている私でも酔いました。
イルカですが、ツアー参加者30人程度の大多数が見れたようですが、
私は見れませんでした。
あっちにイルカが来た!それ飛び込め!、こっちにいる!飛び込め!
といった感じで飛び込みます。一緒に泳ぐという感じではないかな?
そして、必死に泳いで水中を見回すと見れるようです。
参加者は全員日本人。スタッフも日本語話せる方二人。その他の方もだいたい話せます。
ノリにくい日本人を必死に盛り上げるスタッフの姿が印象的。
私はイルカよりもシュノーケリングに感動しました。
水の透明度がすごい!!
水深10mくらいでしょうか。
透明度が高いのでまるで空を飛んでいるようで、魚もきれいで、とても感動しました。
他のツアーでもシュノーケリングしましたが
ここのがダントツです!
なんとかイルカを見てもらいたいというスタッフの熱意と
楽しませたいという思いが好感持てるツアーでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/24 |
Reviewed by: がっかりさん
I was disappointed because I had only seen the sea turtles once, despite reading experiences where people encountered them multiple times. Since we had to wear life jackets, I couldn't dive in, and I just watched them swim by, which felt anticlimactic.
It depends on the weather and the experience of the guide, so I understand that it's not always possible, but I had hoped to see them for a longer time. I think those who are not used to snorkeling might have seen even less.
Regarding the tip, I hadn't made any special requests, and there was no particular service provided, yet I was quite forcefully asked for a tip. I reluctantly paid, but it was the first time I had been asked for a tip on an optional tour. I was not satisfied with that.
【何回もいるかに会えました】の体験談を読んでいたためか、一度しか見られなかったので、残念でした。ライフジャケットを着用しなければならなかったので、潜ってみることも出来ず、海の中を通り過ぎていくのを見ただけで、あっけなく終わってしまいました。
当日の気候や、引率の方の経験に左右されるので、仕方のないことですが、もっとゆっくり見ていられると期待していました。シュノーケリングに慣れていない方は、もっと見られなかったと思います。
それからチップに関してですが、、特別なお願いもしていませんでしたし、対応もされてなかったのですが、チップをかなり強引に求められました。仕方なく払いましたが、オプショナルツアーで、チップを求められたのは、初めてです。納得できませんでした。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/11 |
Reviewed by: YOSHI
I have seen wild dolphins several times before, but this was the most exciting experience yet. First of all, I was amazed by the number of dolphins! There must have been at least 100 (and that's not an exaggeration). I was really glad to see so many dolphins. The staff members were also a fun group. During the snorkeling time, I encountered a turtle. I wished I could have stayed in the ocean even longer.
これまで野生のイルカは何度か見ましたが、今までで1番興奮しました。
まず、イルカの数にビックリ‼100頭はいたでしょうか?(大袈裟ではないです)
あんなに大勢のイルカを見れて本当に良かったです。
スタッフの方々も楽しいメンバーでした。
シュノーケルの時間も、亀に出会えました。
もっともっと海に居たかったです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/24 |
Reviewed by: tell
I was able to see dolphins, sea turtles, and even whales from a distance. Right after departing, we discovered a group of dolphins and were able to swim close to over 50 of them. I was also able to swim within touching distance of sea turtles.
The staff and other participants were friendly, making for a very enjoyable experience. Although there were some engine troubles along the way, the staff's quick thinking allowed us to enjoy that as well. Since it was the end of February and the water was cold, I borrowed a wetsuit, but I thought a rash guard might have been sufficient.
I'm glad I participated.
イルカもウミガメも、そして遠くからですがクジラも見ることができました。
出港してすぐの浅瀬でイルカのグループを発見し、50頭以上と間近で泳ぐことができました。
ウミガメにも触れそうな距離で泳ぐことができました。
スタッフの方も他の参加者もフレンドリーでとても楽しく過ごすことができました。
途中エンジントラブルがあったりしましたが、スタッフの方の臨機応変な対応でそれすら楽しむことができました。
2月の終わりで水が冷たいとのことでしたので、ウェットスーツを借りましたが、ラッシュガードなどでもよかったかな〜と思いました。
参加してよかったと思います。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/26 |
Reviewed by: yumi
We were lucky that the sea was calm, and we heard that dolphins were swimming nearby, so we set off on the boat. I put on my fins and goggles and slowly eased into the water (since I can't swim, I went in feet first). With the guide's shout of "Look down!", we began our search for dolphins. Even though I can't swim, I was able to see a large pod of dolphins and then a mother and baby dolphin swim right beneath me on two occasions.
My daughter, who is a good swimmer, was able to stay close to the dolphins for a longer time and seemed to see them many times. Since we were in shallow water, the dolphins were swimming slowly and were quite close, but for me, who can't swim, it felt like they passed by in an instant.
The ride to the point where we could see sea turtles was also enjoyable on the speedboat, and the scenery was great. There were plenty of sea turtles and fish, and just floating in the water allowed me to fully enjoy the underwater world. I learned that sea turtles come up for air every 20 minutes, but they would come up right in front of us without caring, which made it memorable as I had to dodge them to avoid a collision.
On the way back to the dock, we spotted a whale, and I was able to see its tail clearly as it blew water and dove down. I really think we were incredibly lucky and had the best time.
I was initially worried, but the wetsuit (rented for $10) was a long-sleeved, long-pants suit that kept me warm, and wearing a life jacket allowed me to float without worry, even though I can't swim. I also brought a jacket, towel, and sunscreen onto the boat, but I didn't need to touch them at all; I just left them under the central table. Other belongings were securely stored in a large box on the dock before boarding the boat, so I felt safe leaving them there.
There wasn't any specific guidance about changing clothes for the return trip, so I think it would be best to quickly go to the restroom and change while waiting for the bus on the way back. Lastly, chasing after the dolphins and swimming quickly here and there can be tiring, so I think some fatigue is to be expected.
運が良く海が穏やかだった為かイルカが近くまで来ているとの事でボートで出発するやフィンと水中メガネを付け海にトボ~ン(私は泳げないのでゆっくり足から水中へ)、ガイドさんの「下見て~」の掛け声でイルカ探しです。泳げない私でもイルカの大群、次にはイルカの親子と2回も
イルカが私の下を泳いで過ぎるのを見る事ができました。
同行した娘は泳ぎが得意なのでイルカのそばに長くいる事ができ、たくさんのタイミングで見られたみたいでした。
浅瀬での対面だったので、イルカはゆっくり泳いでいるし距離的にも近いとの話でしたが、やはり泳げない私には目の前を一瞬で過ぎて行ってしまったと感じてしまいます。
ウミガメに会うポイントへの移動も高速ボートで気持ちが良いし景色も見れて良かったです。
ウミガメもお魚も沢山、この時は自分が浮いているだけで海の中の世界を充分に楽しめました。
ウミガメは20分に1度息継ぎの為に水面に上がって来るとの事ですが、水面にいる私達におかまいなしで上がってくるのでぶつからないよう避けるのに焦った事が印象的です。
桟橋に戻る途中ではクジラを発見、潮を吹いて最後に潜る姿では尾びれをしっかりと見れました。
私達は本当に運が良く最高だったと思います。
私が不安だった事ですが、ウエットスーツ(10$でレンタル)は長袖長ズボンのつなぎで寒さ対策にもなりましたし、ライフジャケットも装着するので泳げない私でも心配なく浮いていられます。
また、ボートに持ち込む荷物として上着、タオル、日焼け止めを持ち込みましたが、全く触らず中央の台の下に置いたままだったので何も要らない感じですし、他の荷物はボートに乗る前に桟橋にある大きなボックスに入れ鍵をしてくれたので安心して預けられます。
帰りの着替えに関しては特に案内はされなかったので、帰りのバス待ちの時間、サッサとトイレに行って着替えを済ませてしまった方が良いと思います。
最後に、イルカを追いかけあちらへ、こちらへと速く泳がないといけないし、多少なりとも疲れは出ると思います。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/03 |
Reviewed by: (^o^)
I had a really great time!
We were blessed with good weather and were able to see many dolphins! I'm truly happy to have encountered sea turtles as well!
The guide was a bit scary, but explained everything thoroughly!
The boat sways quite a bit, so it's definitely better to take motion sickness medication.
本当に楽しかった!
天気に恵まれて、たくさんのイルカを見ることができました!ウミガメにもあえて本当幸せです!
ガイドさんは少しこわいけどしっかり説明してくれました!
船はかなり揺れるので酔い止めは絶対飲んだ方が良いです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/25 |
Reviewed by: lei
I tend to get motion sickness, so I took anti-nausea medication on the morning of the trip, but I started feeling sick on the way back and ended up vomiting... The staff advised me that it's better to take the medication starting the night before. Since the boat sways quite a bit, I recommend that those who are prone to motion sickness take it the night before. Although I got seasick, I was moved to be able to swim with wild dolphins!☆
乗り物酔いをしやすいわたしは当日の朝に酔い止め薬を飲みましたが帰りの船上で気分が悪くなり吐いてしまいました・・・
スタッフの方から前日の夜から酔い止め薬を飲むといいんだよ。と教えていただきました。
船はかなり揺れますので乗り物酔いをされやすい方は前日の夜からの服用をおすすめします。
船酔いをしてしまいましたが
野生のイルカと一緒に泳げることができて感動しました☆
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/05/07 |
Reviewed by: さぁや
I participated alone, but I had so much fun from start to finish. Since it was nature, I thought it would be lucky to see dolphins, but I was amazed to see over 100 of them!!! I also got to see a whale breach and swim with sea turtles.
In the morning, I enjoyed freshly made malasadas from Leonard's, and for lunch, I had a cheeseburger, juice, and snacks, so I never felt hungry♪
Above all, the staff were absolutely fantastic. Sue kept talking to us, which made me feel at ease, and they took great photos of me while I was playing in the ocean. When I thought it was cold, they brought out warm tea, and they promptly collected any trash, so they really took care of everything.
"They say swimming with dolphins is a once-in-a-lifetime dream, right? Today is that day! Since they are wild dolphins, there's no guarantee, but all of us staff want you to fulfill your dreams! You won't get this chance many times in your life!"
It was a precious day during my trip. Their warm words and actions from our perspective were very touching♡
I will definitely participate again! Dolphin University is the best!!!!
一人で参加したのですが、最初から最後までとっても楽しかったです。
自然相手なのでイルカに会えたらラッキーとは思っていましたがまさかの100頭越え!!!
クジラのブリーチも見れて、ウミガメとも泳ぐ事が出来ました。
朝はレナーズの出来たてマラサダを頂き、お昼にはチーズバーガーとジュースとスナックも頂いたので空腹になる事がありませんでした♪
何よりもスタッフの方が最高に良かったです。
スーさんがひたすら話してくれていたので安心感がありましたし、海で遊んでいる自分の写真もイイ感じに撮って頂けます。寒いな~と思った時には温かいお茶を出していただけたり、ゴミもすぐに回収しに来てくれるので至れり尽くせりです。
「イルカと泳ぎたな~って一生に一度は思う夢の事だよね?
今日はまさにその時!野生のイルカだから100%は無いけど、私達スタッフは皆さんに夢を叶えて欲しいと思ってるんだよ~!こんなチャンス一生に何回もないでしょ?」
って。旅行できた貴重な一日。私達の目線で発してくれる言動がとても温かかったです♡
絶対また参加しますね!イルカ大学最高ですよ~!!!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/03/03 |
Reviewed by: Kate
The staffs were nice and the activity itself was priceless. But motion sickness can really get to you... most of the people on our boat were feeling sick after half an hour.. I was puking from the beginning to the end although I had preventive patch on me. So be sure to be in the best physical condition as possible in order to truly enjoy what the ocean has got to offer!!!!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated because I heard there would be dolphins and SUP.
...There were dolphins, but the sea was murky, so I couldn't see them well (tears).
Moreover, SUP was canceled due to the poor sea conditions.
I was fine, but there were many people on their honeymoon, and it was quite unfortunate to see that a significant number of them were getting seasick.
There were also people from Dolphin Junior High nearby, and it seemed that the first discoverer was from Dolphin Junior High, so they were able to enjoy the experience much closer and for a longer time than we could.
イルカとSUPもあるというので参加しました。
・・・がいるにはいましたが、海が濁っていてよく見えない(涙)
おまけに海の状態が悪いからとSUPは中止。
私は何ともありませんでしたが、
ハネムーンで来ていた方が多く、
かなりの確率で船酔いしていたのが見ていて気の毒でした。
近くにイルカ中学の方達もいたのですが、
第一発見者の方がイルカ中学の方で、
私達よりは、はるかに近く時間もたっぷりと堪能できたようです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/17 |
Reviewed by: ひろろ
I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles up close! It was truly moving. They were really close, almost within reach. I want to go again.
イルカもウミガメもこれでもかといくぐらい観れました!!
感動します。
ホント触れそうな距離にいます。
また行きたいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<コオリナ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/10/16 |
Reviewed by: ♡♡♡
The weather was truly wonderful!
I was able to see a large group of dolphins up close!
I also saw whales and sea turtles!
The waves were strong, so we couldn't do any marine sports, but we were able to snorkel a lot, and the fish were really beautiful!
The boat swayed a lot, so it's better to take motion sickness medication! The guide really made it an unforgettable experience!!!
天気に恵まれてほんとに素晴らしかったです!
イルカの大群が真近でみれました!
クジラもみれたしウミガメめみれました!
波がつよく、マリンスポーツはできなかったけどシュノーケリングたくさん出来て魚たちがほんとに綺麗でした!
船はすごく揺れるので酔い止めは飲んだ方が良いです!ガイドさんが盛り上げてくれてほんとに最高の思い出になりました!!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/25 |
Reviewed by: sunny
I participated in an activity with friends for my first trip to Hawaii! After checking online reviews, I enrolled in Dolphin University.
Since it was an early morning, it was definitely a good decision to avoid the day after I arrived! On the bus, there were mostly safety instructions, and I was a bit worried if it would really be fun...
But starting from the malasada, I gradually felt more refreshed, and once we got on the boat, my excitement was through the roof!
We even got to see a mother and baby whale, which was truly moving for everyone! After that, we swam with dolphins and even encountered a sea turtle.
You should be cautious about your stamina and seasickness, but I think it's a tour I can recommend!
初ハワイで友達と何かアクティビティーに参加しよう!ということでネットの評判を見てイルカ大学へ入学しました♪
朝はやいので、着いた日の次の日は避けて正解でした!バスの中では注意事項などばかりでほんとに楽しいかなぁ〜って少し不安に…
でもマラサダあたりからだんだん頭もスッキリしてきて、船に乗ってからはテンションめっちゃあがること間違いなしです笑
さらにクジラの親子に会えたのでみんなで感動‼︎ その後もイルカとも泳げましたし、ウミガメにも会えました♪
体力と船酔いには注意ですが、おすすめできるツアーだと思います!
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| Packages: | 初夢キャンペーンプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/01 |
Reviewed by: saさん
I felt安心 (at ease) participating since I had used it before. I didn't get seasick last time, but for some reason, despite taking motion sickness medication this time, I ended up feeling nauseous (+_+). However, I encountered a group of about 30 cute dolphins, and I saw plenty of turtles, so I was very satisfied! I want to go to Hawaii to swim with dolphins using Dolphin Academy again in the future☆ Next time, I will definitely take stronger motion sickness medication!
以前にも利用したことがあったので安心して参加しました。
以前はボートで酔わなかったのですが、酔い止め飲んだにも関わらず今回はなぜか酔ってしまいました(+_+)
でもかわいいイルカ30頭くらいの群れに遭遇できたし、
カメもいっぱい見れたので大満足!
今後もイルカ中学を利用してイルカと泳ぎにハワイに行きたいです☆
次回は強めの酔い止め必須で行きます!
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| Packages: | 初夢キャンペーンプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Lina
It was a good experience, recommend wet suit, and don't go too early, and take lots of anti nausea...
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Dolphin Excursion (with Transportation & Lunch) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: candy
I participated with my daughter and wife. The instructor mentioned that there have been days recently when they haven't been able to see dolphins, and many days have been canceled due to bad weather (high waves), but today the weather was nice, which was great.
Indeed, the weather was good on the day of our visit, with a clear blue sky that made the sun feel quite intense on our skin. However, it was still windy and cold, so I received advice to wear a wetsuit, and I had my daughter and wife put them on. I didn't wear one myself, but I brought enough clothing to stay warm, and I made sure to put on a jacket as soon as I got on the boat, so I was fine. In the end, my daughter and wife appreciated that I was easy to spot when we entered the water.
Of course, we were lucky enough to see both dolphins and turtles. We also spotted whales a few times... although I turned around and they were already gone.
In any case, make sure to prepare for the cold when you participate.
娘と妻と3人で参加しました。
インストラクターの方から最近イルカに会えてない日があったり、天気が悪くて(波が高くて)キャンセルになっている日が多いんですけど、今日は天気が良くてよかったですねと言われました。
確かに当日は天気が良くて、日があたっていると肌にジリジリ感じるくらいの青空でしたが、
それでも風が強くて寒いのでウェットスーツを着た方がいいですよとアドバイスをいただいて娘と妻には着用させました。自分は着なかったんですが寒くならない程度に着衣を持っていき、ボートに上がった時はすぐ羽織るようにしたので大丈夫でした。結果的には、海に入ったとき自分を見つけやすくてよかったよと言われ娘と妻には好評でした。
もちろん運よくイルカもカメとも会うことができました。
クジラも数回見ることができましたよ・・・自分は振り向いたらもういなかったですけど。
とにかく寒さ対策をしてご参加を。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/02/08 |
Reviewed by: yacco
I had such a great time last time that this time I participated with my parents and my sister's family. While we were in the sea, the staff took care of my 2-year-old child, allowing us to enjoy ourselves to the fullest. My parents also said they had a great time.
前回がとても楽しかったので、今回は父母と妹家族と一緒に参加しました。海に入っている時は、スタッフの方に2歳の子どもを預かっていただき、思いっきり楽しめました。父母も楽しかったと言っていました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/05 |
Reviewed by: ニックLOVE
The staff were all high-energy and friendly! There were so many handsome guys, which made it worth participating just for that. (laughs) On the day of the tour, the sea was rough, and it took a while to find the dolphins, but I was moved to be able to swim with them. However, since we had to jump off the boat into the open sea, it was a bit tough for someone like me who isn't a strong swimmer.
スタッフの方がハイテンションで元気よく良い人ばかりでした!
イケメンばかりで、それだけでも参加した価値あり。笑
当日は海が荒れていてイルカを探すのに時間がかかったけど、無事イルカと泳げて感動しました。
でも沖に出て船から飛び込むので、泳げなに自分には少しきついツアーでした。
Thank you for participating in the tour. I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed it. Please join us again on your next visit to Hawaii.
ツアーへのご参加ありがとうございます。
楽しんでいただけたようで何よりです。
次回ハワイにいらっしゃる際にはツアーにまたご参加くださいませ。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/01/21 |
Reviewed by: AKI
After taking a bus to the coast and boarding a boat, just three minutes later, we were lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins! I was really happy because I had heard that sometimes you have to search for wild dolphins. The guides were also very enthusiastic and made the experience so much fun!
バスで海のほうまで移動しボートに乗って三分後!幸運なことにすぐにイルカの群れに遭遇することができました!
野生のイルカだから探しまわるときもあると言われていたのでホントに嬉しかったです。ガイドさんたちもテンション高く盛り上げてくれてとっても楽しかったです!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/24 |
Reviewed by: きょんまま
I participated in November. After confirming the reservation, I was contacted about changing the date due to a boat inspection or upgrading to a university for free. Since my child is only 4 years old, I hesitated about the change to the university, but since changing the date was not possible, I reluctantly decided to switch to the university and participate. As a result, it was a great decision. It was my husband who took him, and contrary to my worries, he came back overjoyed. Even now, after some time has passed, he often talks about wanting to go again and says it was the most fun he’s ever had before bed. We are going to Honolulu this month, so I plan to let him participate again, of course at the university. This time, at his request, we intend to participate twice during our stay.
11月に参加しました。
予約確定後にボートの点検の為日にちの変更か無料で大学へランクアップするように連絡がありました。
子供がまだ4歳なので大学への変更は躊躇しましたが日にちの変更は無理だったので仕方なく大学へ変更して参加しました。
結果、大正解でした。
私ではなく主人が連れて行ったのですが私の心配とは裏腹に大喜びで帰ってきました。
時間が経った今でももう一回行きたい、今までで一番楽しかったと寝る前にしょっちゅう話してくれます。
今月ホノルルへ行くのでまた参加させてあげようと思います。勿論大学へ。
今度は息子の希望もあって滞在中に2回参加するつもりです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/04 |
Reviewed by: マハロ☆
We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon and signed up for this tour to create wonderful memories.
We boarded the bus at 6 AM while it was still dark. Inside the bus, our guide Minako kindly explained the highlights of Oahu, the types of dolphins, precautions, and how to use the equipment. For those prone to motion sickness, they provided ginger tablets. They also inquired about renting wetsuits. The rental fee is $10, but I think it's a good idea to rent one for comfort and safety.
After an hour, we finally began boarding to meet the dolphins! The weather was good on the day we participated, but the wind was strong, and we were heading to a different spot than usual.
With some anxiety about whether we would see any dolphins, we set off on our dolphin search! As we scanned the area, we heard our guide shout, "There they are!!" and we all quickly put on our fins and entered the water. We approached quietly to avoid splashing and scaring the dolphins away. Struggling with the unfamiliar fins, we couldn't see them up close this time… and we got back on the boat.
After a few minutes of moving, we encountered a large group of dolphins again! Waiting for the signal, we entered the water. It was hard to keep up, and I thought we might miss them again, but then we heard our guide say, "Look down!" When I looked down, I saw a graceful school of dolphins swimming below! From then on, we were able to swim alongside the dolphins up close, and it was truly moving.
Swimming with the dolphins marked the end of our first hour. Next, we moved to encounter turtles (the second hour). During the move, we encountered several groups of dolphins, which was a lot of fun.
When we arrived at the spot, everyone snorkeled around, searching in their own way. There were many small fish swimming around, and while we were enjoying the search, suddenly a turtle appeared right in front of us! It was of medium size, but very cute, and I was moved to see it up close, almost within reach.
The staff and guides were all very friendly, making the tour enjoyable. On the way back on the bus, we could purchase photos taken by the photographer, so we could relax and fully enjoy the experience without worrying about taking pictures ourselves.
I participated in several tours, but this was the most memorable one during our trip! I highly recommend it for anyone traveling to Hawaii.
新婚旅行でハワイを訪れ、素敵な思い出を作りたくてこちらのツアーに申し込みました。
まだ暗い、朝6時にバスに乗り込み出発です。
バスの中では、ガイドのミナコさんがオアフ島の見所や、イルカの種類や注意事項、用具の使用方法など丁寧に説明してくれます。
酔いやすい方用にジンジャーの酔い止めも下さいました。
ウェットスーツのレンタル希望もこちらで聞かれます。
レンタル料は10ドルですが、借りておくと、寒く無く安全で安心出来るので良いと思います。
1時間後いよいよ、イルカに会いに乗船開始!
私達が参加した日は天候は良かったのですが、風が強くいつもと違うスポットに向かうとの事。
会えるか不安の中、いざイルカ探しの旅へ!
居ないなぁ〜とあたりを見渡すと…ガイドさんのいたー!!という声と合図と共に一斉にフィンをつけて海の中へ。
イルカが逃げてしまうとの事で極力水しぶきを挙げないように近づきます。
慣れないフィンに苦戦し、この時は間近で見られず…再び乗船。
移動する事数分、又してもイルカの大群が!
合図をまって海の中へ。なかなか追いつけず、又ダメかぁ〜と思っていたら、下見て!のガイドさんの声!
下を見ると、優雅に泳ぐイルカの大群が!
それからは間近にイルカ達と一緒に泳ぐ事も出来、本当に感激しました。
イルカと一緒に泳ぐ。ここでイルカ中学1時間目が終了です。
次は亀と出会うべく移動です(2時間目)
移動中も何頭何十頭とイルカの大群に出会い、大変楽しめました。
スポットにつくと、皆思い思いに辺り周辺をシュノーケリングしながら、探します。
小さい魚も沢山泳いでいて、楽しみながらさがしていると、突然目の前に亀先生が!
中位の大きさでしたが、とても可愛いく、手で触れそうな程近くで見る事が出来て感動しました。
スタッフさん、ガイドさん、皆さんとても気さくな方達で楽しくツアーに参加出来ました。
帰りのバスの中で、カメラマンさんが撮った写真も購入する事が出来ますので、写真を取らなきゃと慌てず思い切り楽しめます。
いくつかツアーに参加しましたが、旅行中で一番心に残ったツアーでした!
ハワイ旅行の際には是非☆お勧めです。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/10 |
Reviewed by: タカちゃん
Four days ago, my family graduated from Dolphin Junior High. I had heard that the sea was very cold, so I wore a rash guard. We gathered early in the morning, around 6 AM, and after about an hour on the bus, we arrived at the port. We also borrowed wetsuits and set off. Within just 5 to 10 minutes on the boat, we spotted the dolphins.
Under the guidance of the class representative, we started snorkeling and quickly encountered dozens of dolphins. It was so exciting to see baby dolphins as well. I couldn't believe how many dolphins we were able to see...
In the second hour, we also saw many sea turtles. When they came up for air, I could reach out and almost touch them (though of course, I didn't).
At the end, we were even able to see a whale from the boat. It was such an exhilarating experience. The class representative's explanations were interesting, and I purchased a DVD of the photos taken for $50, which I don't think is expensive at all. The quality is beautiful, and it's hard to capture those moments on my own.
We arrived at the hotel by lunchtime, so while waking up early was tough, we made great use of our time. I highly recommend it. My family of three is still buzzing with excitement. Next time, we're aiming for Dolphin University!
4日前に家族でイルカ中学を卒業してきました。
海が非常に冷たいと口コミであったので、ラッシュガードも着用して臨みました。
朝が早く6時過ぎに集合。眠いなか、約1時間バスに揺られて港に到着。スウェットスーツも借りて、いざ出港。 ボートに揺られてわずか5~10分でイルカ先生発見。
すぐに学級委員の指示のもと、シュノーケリング開始。 すぐに数十匹のイルカ先生に会えました。
子供のイルカも見れて、とても興奮。
こんなにイルカがたくさん見れるなんて・・・
さらに2時間目にはホヌにもたくさん会えました。
呼吸するために上にあがってくるホヌに手を伸ばしたら触れるくらいでした。
(もちろん触ってはいませんが)
最後は船内でなんとクジラを見ることができたのです。
すごく興奮した授業でした。
学級委員の説明も面白く、また写真を撮ってもらったものを50ドルでDVDを購入しましたが、わたしは決して高くないと思います。きれいな仕上がりで、なかなか自分では撮れません。お昼にはホテルに到着するので、早起きはつらいけどもとても時間も有効に使えます。是非おすすめです。
家族3人いまだに興奮が冷めない状態です。 次回はイルカ大学入学だ!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2015/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/29 |
Reviewed by: らりるママ
The tour was somehow carried out despite the strong winds before Christmas in December. In a review, it mentioned that "the one-hour journey to the port was filled with various videos and explanations about dolphin ecology from the lively tour guide, leaving no time to sleep!" I thought this would be beneficial for the kids, so I chose this tour instead of just snorkeling.
However, it might depend on the guide for the day or perhaps due to the small number of participants and the use of a minivan, there weren't any detailed lessons, and most people ended up sleeping. Inside the vehicle, there was only an explanation about the $10 rental fee for wetsuits and a reminder to use the restroom before gathering. Of course, the only place to change is the restroom, so I recommend being fully prepared in advance.
The boat was a larger rubber boat! Depending on the location, your belongings might get wet and roll around. Once you sit down, it’s difficult to move or retrieve anything from your bag, so make sure to prepare sunscreen and sunglasses perfectly!
You have to straddle the edge of the boat like a rodeo, and the speed and impact are quite significant, so I wouldn’t recommend it for small children, elderly people, or those who lack physical confidence. Once we reached the open water, we put on snorkels, fins, and simple life jackets, then jumped straight off the edge of the rubber boat to go snorkeling!
According to the tour guide that day, there were "very friendly dolphins in great conditions," but perhaps due to the rain the day before, the visibility wasn't great. We chased a few dolphins drifting below and could see them from above… maybe. The guide gave us a description that it was the best, but I think moving around on a larger boat from a major company might have better points to explore. Alternatively, if you're looking for a guaranteed close encounter with dolphins, a park might provide a more fulfilling experience.
We snorkeled in two different locations for about 10 minutes each! The second time was for fish and coral viewing, but the spots weren't that impressive, so if you're hoping to see many colorful fish in a beautiful blue sea, I recommend shallow, clear waters suitable for snorkeling, like Hanauma Bay.
On the way back, it was extremely cold, and on top of that, there was a $50 charge for the photos taken by the accompanying photographer (optional), as well as tips for the crew. The tour lasted about two hours, and there were no showers or changing facilities, making it difficult to stop anywhere else on the way back, so you would need to return to the hotel to change. Considering the costs and time commitment, I wonder if it’s worth it?
Well, if this is your first time experiencing activities in Hawaii, it might be a good memory to go at least once… Honestly, it seemed a bit lacking for high school-aged kids.
12月のクリスマス前の強風の元、どうにか決行されました。
書き込みで、「港までの約一時間のみちのりは、ノリのよい添乗員さんのイルカの生態など様々なビデオや説明に寝る暇もない!」とあり、ただのシュノーケリングだけでなく、その様なことも子供にはありがたいと思い、こちらのツアーを選びました。
ただ、たぶんその日の担当にもよるのか、はたまた人数が少なくて、ミニバンだったためか、詳しい授業などなく、ほとんどの方が寝ていました。
車内では、ウェットスーツのレンタル代
10ドルの説明とトイレを済ませて、集合とのことくらい。もちろん着替える場所は、トイレくらいなので事前に準備万端にしていくことをお薦めします。
ボートはゴムボートの大きめのもの!
荷物も場所によっては、濡れるし、転がります。一度座ると場所を動くことも荷物の中からなにかを取り出すことも困難なので、日焼け止めやサングラスなども完璧に準備をしましょう!
ボートのヘリにロデオのように跨ぎ、スピードも衝撃もかなりあるので、小さいお子さんや年配の方や体力に自信がないかたにはお薦めしません。
沖に着いたらシュノーケルと足ヒレと簡易なライフジャケットをつけ、いきなりゴムボートのヘリから飛び込み、シュノーケリング!
その日は、添乗員さんいわく「とてもいい状況にとてもフレンドリーなイルカ」とのことでしたが、前日の雨のせいか透明度は今一つ、下に漂っているイルカを何頭か追いかけ、上からみれた!…かな…てきな感じでした。
添乗員さんからは、最高!のような説明も受けましたが、やはり大手の大きめなボートで動き回り、他の最良のポイントも有りかな?
もしくは、イルカとの間近での確実な出会いやふれあいを求めるならパークなどの方が充実感があるように感じました。
シュノーケリングも場所を代えて約10分位を2回!2回目はお魚や珊瑚鑑賞でしたが、やはりポイントしては今一つなので、青い海で沢山のカラフルな魚達をご希望のかたは、浅瀬の綺麗な海(シュノーケリングに適したハナウマなど)をお薦めします。
帰りはとにかく寒くて、おまけに最後に同行したカメラマンの撮ってくださったお写真50ドル(希望者のみ)、とクルーへのチップがいります。
約二時間位のツアーで、シャワーも着替えるところもなく、帰りに他に立ち寄るには厳しい状況なので一度ホテルに帰り着替えなくてはならないので、かなり費用と拘束時間を考えるといかがなものでしょうか?
まあ、ハワイやその様なこともアクティビティーが、はじめてなら1度行かれるても良い思い出になるかと思われますが…
正直なところ高校生くらいの若い子達には物足りなかったようです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/23 |
Reviewed by: zuan
In mid-November, I participated with my family of four. We have a 10-year-old and a 7-year-old. This was the second time for my 10-year-old daughter and me, as we participated four years ago. We repeated it because we had such wonderful memories.
On the morning of the event, we took a bus from a hotel near our accommodation to the west coast. As soon as we arrived, we ate malasadas and boarded the boat. After a while, the captain spotted a pod of dolphins, so we stopped the boat, put on wetsuits and life jackets, and everyone dove in. We were able to see a pod of dolphins gracefully swimming just a few meters below us. There were several pods, so each time we discovered one, we swam close to them. My 7-year-old son was greatly helped by the staff, who used something like a float to stay with him the whole time. Thanks to that, I was able to concentrate.
We were able to see the dolphins quite closely, and even after getting back on the boat, there were mother and baby dolphins around the boat, jumping and playing, allowing us to see many wild dolphins. That memory continues to energize me even now that I am back in Japan.
At the very end, when most people had already gotten back on the boat, a sea turtle swam by, and those who were still in the water got to see it right in front of them, which was disappointing for me since I had already come up. We also got to experience canoeing and stand-up paddleboarding, and the content was packed, so I was very satisfied this time as well! Thank you very much!!
11月半ばに、家族四人で参加しました。
10歳と7歳の子連れです。
10歳の長女と私の二人は、四年前にも参加したので、2度目でした。
とても楽しい思い出だったために、リピートしました。
当日の朝、宿泊先の近くのホテルから、バスに乗り西海岸まで移動しました。
到着してすぐに、マラサダを食べ、ボートに乗り込みました。
しばらくして、船長がイルカの群れを発見、とのことで、ボートを停めて、ウェットスーツにライフジャケットを着けて、みんなでダイブ。
数メートル下を優雅に泳ぐイルカの群れを見ることが出来ました。
いくつかのイルカの群れがあったので、発見する度に、群れの近くまで泳ぎました。
7歳の息子は、スタッフの方が浮き輪のような物を使い、ずっと一緒にいてくれたので、とっても助かりました。
お陰様で、集中することが出来ました。
かなり近くで、イルカを見ることが出来、またボートに上がってからも、ボートの周りでイルカの親子がいたり、ジャンプしていたり、と沢山の野生のイルカを見ることが出来、その思い出が、日本に帰ってきた今でも、活力になっています。
ほとんどの人がボートに上がってしまった最後の最後に、海亀が一匹泳いできて、まだ海の中にいた人達は、
目の前で見られ、先に上がってしまった私は、残念でした。
カヌーやサップも体験できたり、盛り沢山の内容で、今回も大満足でした!
どうもありがとうございました!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/11/21 |
Reviewed by: はるなつ
I really wanted to swim with dolphins, and since my return flight was later in the day, I participated on my last day in Hawaii. During the trip there, I received a thorough explanation from the Japanese staff, allowing us to board the boat without wasting much time. While we were searching for dolphins, there were additional necessary explanations, which made it easy for us to get into the water smoothly.
We encountered a pod of spinner dolphins, and there were baby dolphins among them. The pod swam back and forth, allowing us to see the dolphins up close multiple times. Some even performed spin jumps for us. We were lucky enough to see a turtle as well.
I had packed my schedule too tightly, and I only had the last day available, but I managed to squeeze it in and created wonderful memories at the very end. I wouldn't recommend going on the last day due to luggage concerns, but I do recommend it as you can have a fulfilling half-day experience.
The names "Junior High" and "University" made it feel very friendly, almost like a school. It seemed like the age range for participation was broad, from children to adults. They also provide life jackets for safety, and I hope to come back with my mother next time.
イルカとどうしても泳ぎたくて、帰国日の便が遅めだったので、ハワイ最終日に参加しました。
行きの移動中、日本人スタッフから丁寧な説明を受け、時間をほとんど無駄にすることなく船に乗せてもらえました。乗船してイルカを探しに行っている間にも、さらに必要な説明がありました。そのためスムーズに海に入ることが出来ました。
ハシナガイルカの群れに会い、子供のイルカがいました。群れは行ったり来たりしてくれて、何度もイルカを近くで見ることが出来ました。中にはスピンジャンプしてくれるのもいました。運良くカメにも会えました。
予定を詰めすぎて、最終日しか空いておらず、無理に入れましたが最後の最後に良い思い出が出来ました。荷物のこともあるので、最終日に行くのはオススメしないですが、半日でかなり充実した時間を過ごせるのでオススメします。
中学、大学という名前がついていて、学校のようですごく親しみやすかったです。参加できる年齢の幅は子供から大人まで広いように感じました。救命のための胴衣も貸してくれますし、今度は母とも来れたら良いなと思いました。
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/10:30出発プラン<ワイキキ送迎> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/08 |
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