Reviewed by: ドリーミィ
In mid-February, I participated alone. I quickly became friendly with two other solo participants and had a great time. The staff were also enjoyable and helped create a lively atmosphere. Next time, I want to learn from a very charming female photographer and participate in a way that allows me to dive deeper and longer.
2月中旬、一人で参加しました。
すぐに、一人参加の二名の方々とうちとけ、
楽しく過ごせました。
スタッフの方々も、楽しく、盛り上げてくれました。
次回は、とってもチャーミングな女性カメラマンを見習い、もっと深く、長く、潜れるようになって参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/08 |
Reviewed by: ANRI
I boarded the pickup car with sleepy eyes, starting early in the morning. Since the wind was blowing, I asked if it would be shaky, but I was told the boat is fast, so it would be fine. On the way, we passed by the Hitachi tree and the house of a certain famous person, and then we arrived at our destination. After boarding, we had a light snack and headed to the whale watching spot. I was thrilled to see a mother and baby whale!
Next, we went to the dolphin watching point. Dolphins are nocturnal, so they come to shallow waters during the day, allowing us to safely observe them. Of course, we swam with them! They were so cute! It was a rare experience to see such a large group of dolphins.
Next, we went to the diving point.
I was very satisfied with the turtles, many fish, and the beautiful sea.
The staff were kind, fun, and made the experience enjoyable!
早朝スタートで眠い目をこすりながらお迎えの車に乗車☆
風がふいていたのでゆれるんじゃないか…って聞くと船が速いのでだいじょうぶのこと☆
行く途中に日立の木や某有名人のお家を横目に現地に到着☆
乗船後、軽食をとりクジラのウォッチングスポットへ
クジラの親子をみれて感激!!
次にイルカのウォッチングポイントへ…☆
イルカは夜行性なので昼間は浅瀬にくるので浅瀬で安全に鑑賞☆もちろん一緒におよぎました☆
かわいかったぁ☆あんなに大群のイルカをみれるなんて貴重な体験でした☆
次にダイビングポイントへ
亀やたくさんのおさかなときれいな海で大満足☆
スタッフさんも親切でノリがよくてたのしかったです☆
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/07 |
Reviewed by: maki
From Waianae, about an hour's drive west of Waikiki on Oahu, we took a boat towards Ko Olina and headed to Kahe Point.
Right after we set off, we spotted a whale. It was far away, but we could see it clearly.
Then we encountered dolphins!
The water was cold, but the dolphins were amazing!!!
In the morning, it seems the dolphins swim while they are still sleeping. On that day, they were swimming quite slowly, but we couldn't catch up at all! After that, we moved to a spot with lots of fish, where we snorkeled, and then headed to Turtle Point.
Sea turtles are considered the guardians of the Hawaiian sea and are treated with great respect. If you touch one, there's a fine of 500,000 yen, haha.
But we were able to get quite close. Turtles can swim fast when they really try, but generally, they seem to just sway with the waves, and even as a snorkeling beginner, I could swim alongside them quite easily, haha.
Since it was such a great experience, I decided to try again on the last day!
This time, we heard there was a pod of dolphins at Makua, the westernmost point of Oahu, so we tried a different spot!
Makua is considered a sacred place. The sea there is truly beautiful.
Right after we set off, we spotted another whale! This time, we encountered a mother and calf! We were able to see them much closer than before. The largest creatures on Earth, their presence is breathtakingly beautiful.
Then we headed to the dolphin spot! There were even more dolphins than last time, including babies, and we were able to swim up close.
One of my dreams since childhood came true.
Thank you to all the middle school students who made this dolphin experience so addictive!
オアフ島の西、ワイキキから車で一時間くらいの所に有るワイアナエから、ボートに乗りコオリナ方面へボートを走らせカヘポイントへ。
出発早々クジラ発見、遠かったけどその姿はしっかり見れた。
そしてイルカに遭遇!
水は冷たかったけど、イルカ、、感動!!!
朝はイルカも寝ながら泳いでるらしい。この日はかなりゆっくり泳いでいるとか、でも全然追いつけない!その後、魚の多いポイントへ移動、そこでもシュノーケル、そしてタートルポイントへ。
ウミガメはハワイの海の守り神として、とても大事にされている。触ったら罰金50万とかww
でもかなり接近出来ました。亀も本気で泳いだら早いんだろうけど、基本的には波に揺られてる感じだし、シュノーケル初心者の私でもかなり楽に一緒に泳げたw
せっかくだから、最終日にもう一度try!
この日はワイアナエからオアフ島の最西端にあるマクアにイルカの群れがいるとの事で前回とは違うポイントでtry!
マクアは聖地とされている場所。本当に美しい海。
出発早々またクジラ発見!今度は親子のクジラに遭遇!前回より近くに見る事が出来ました。地球上で一番大きな生物。その存在感は息をのむ美しさです。
そしてイルカのいるポイントへ!こちらも前回より群れの数も多く子供もいて、間近に泳ぐ事が出来ました。
子供の頃からの夢の一つがかないました。
かなり癖になりますいるか中学の皆さんありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/06 |
Reviewed by: kantamama
On February 27th, my family of four (myself, my husband, our 3-year-old son, and my 64-year-old grandmother) participated. It was quite windy and cold that day, so we borrowed wetsuits and set off! We arrived at the dolphin point at a pretty high speed. Along the way, we were able to spot several whales as well!! While slowly swimming beneath many dolphins that were peacefully resting, we also took our time swimming. It was so soothing. My son found snorkeling a bit challenging for the first time, but he was very happy saying, "I saw a dolphin!" We were thrilled to meet many sea turtles and fish at the underwater palace. Yuriko and Ryuichi were also wonderful people, and we definitely plan to visit again!
2月27日、家族4人(私・ダンナ・3歳の息子・64歳のばあちゃん)で参加しました。
当日は、風が強く寒かったのでウエットスーツを借りて出発!かなりのスピードでかっとばしてイルカポイントに到着。途中、クジラも数頭見つけることができました!!眠りながらゆっくり泳ぐたくさんのイルカさん達を真下に見ながら、こちらもゆっくり泳ぎました。癒されますね~。息子は、初めてのシュノーケルが少し難しかったようですが、「イルカ見えた~」ととても喜んでいました。竜宮城では、たくさんの海ガメさんや魚たちにも会えて感激です。ユリコさんや、リュウイチさんもとても素敵な方々で、またぜひ遊びに行きますね!
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| Posted on: | 2009/03/05 |
Reviewed by: sora
I was excited from the morning knowing that we would see dolphins. Once we got on the van, the organizer quickly remembered everyone's names and chatted with us, making the journey enjoyable right from the start!
When we arrived at the port and boarded the boat, we set off. The boat was a bit bumpy and scary, but I was so captivated by the magnificent scenery that I forgot about it. Wild dolphins appeared almost immediately, and one by one, we started jumping in from the boat. The dolphins were coming in groups, and it felt like they were swimming underneath us rather than just following us. It was my first time seeing dolphins in person, and I was so moved, especially when I could even hear their sounds!
After that, we went to see sea turtles. There were about four turtles in deeper water, and I was looking down at them from above. One of them came up to the surface, and it felt so close that I thought I could reach out and touch it! I managed to take some great photos too!
On the way back, we were given light snacks, and it was truly the best experience. It was a bit cold, but we could borrow wetsuits, so we managed to cope with the chill. Thank you, Yuriko and Aya!
イルカが見えるって事で朝からワクワクしていました。
バンに乗り込んで、すぐに主催者の方はすぐにみんなの名前を覚えてくれて、色々話しをしてくれて向かう時から楽しかったです!
港についてボートに乗り込んで、出発☆ボートは少しフワフワして怖かったんですが、雄大な景色に見とれてその事も忘れていました。
野生のイルカはすぐに現れて、あとはボートから順番に次々飛び込んでいって。どんどんイルカの群れが来て追っているというより、下を通って行く感じでした。初めて生でイルカを見て感動なのに、声まで聞こえてきてもっと感動でした♪
その後はウミガメを見に行きました。深い所にウミガメが4匹?ぐらいいて、上から眺めていたんですが、その内の1匹が水面まで上がってきて手が届きそうでした~近い!近い!と思うぐらいだった。そして写真はいいのが撮れました!
帰りは軽食を配って頂いて、本当に最高のいい体験ができました。少し寒いんですが、ウエットスーツも借りれるので寒さはなんとかしのげます。
ユリコさん、アヤさんありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/26 |
Reviewed by: クーコ
I participated in the tour on February 11. I've been to Oahu countless times, but it was my first time in the West Coast area. I was first impressed by the clarity of the water. I wore a rash guard, but I thought it might be a bit cold. However, after borrowing a wetsuit, I found it really warm and comfortable. You should definitely wear one.
We encountered whales right after departing. Moreover, it was a mother and her calf. I was incredibly lucky to see the mother whale teaching her calf how to swim! And they were right next to the boat, spouting water multiple times. I was amazed by their size.
After seeing enough whales, we set off again to search for dolphins. We quickly encountered a pod of dolphins. I often see dolphins in captivity, but it was my first time swimming with so many wild dolphins! It seemed there were several groups, and dolphins kept coming one after another. There was even a group with a baby dolphin, which was incredibly cute.
After that, we went to a spot with fish and sea turtles. There were lots of fish, and I saw two sea turtles. They say swimming with sea turtles brings happiness, and I felt like I received a lot of happiness.
Our guide, Yuriko, also made the tour even more enjoyable with her bright personality. Thank you very much. I will participate again.
2月11日のツアーに参加させていただきました。
オアフは数え切れないほど行っていますが、西海岸エリアは初めて。海の透明度にまず感動。
ラッシュガードは着ていったものの、やっぱり少し寒いかなと思っていましたが、ウェットスーツを借りてきたら、ほんとにあったかくて快適。これは絶対着たほうがいいです。
出港してすぐにクジラに遭遇。しかも親子連れ。なんとおかあさんクジラが子クジラに泳ぎを教えているところ。こんなのが見れるなんてものすごくラッキー!
しかも、ボートの真横。何度も潮を吹いて。その大きさに感動。
充分、クジラを見たあと、イルカを探して再び出発。
イルカの群れにもすぐに遭遇。
飼育されているイルカはしょっちゅう見ていましたが、野生のイルカをあんなにたくさん、しかも一緒に海の中で泳いだなんてもちろん初めて!
いくつかのグループがいたらしく、次から次へとイルカがやってきます。子イルカを連れたグループもいて、すごくかわいかった。
そのあと、お魚&ウミガメスポットへ。お魚いっぱい。2頭のウミガメがいました。ウミガメと一緒に泳ぐと幸せになれるとか。たくさんのしあわせをもらった気がします。
ガイドのユリコさんの明るさもツアーを一層楽しいものにしてくれました。ありがとうございました。また参加します。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/17 |
Reviewed by: aya
We participated as a family, including our 5-year-old child. Since it was an early morning activity, the temperature was quite low and it was really cold. Everything was a first experience after getting on the boat; we saw whales in the distance, and the experience of swimming close to a pod of dolphins is something I will never forget. My 5-year-old daughter, who was afraid of the ocean, was taken care of kindly by the staff member Yuriko, who swam with her the whole time. Even after returning home, we keep talking about the ocean that day with Yuriko. It seems to have become her best memory in Hawaii. I'm really glad we chose this tour among the various dolphin tours available. I definitely want to participate again next time. Thank you very much.
5歳の子供を含む家族で参加しました。
早朝からのアクティビティだったので、気温もだいぶ低くとにかく寒かったです。
ボートに乗ってからは全てが初体験で、鯨も遠くに見えたし、何頭ものイルカの群れを間近で泳いだ体験は一生忘れられません。
海を怖がっていた5歳の娘も、スタッフのユリコさんがずっと一緒に泳いで優しく面倒を見ていてくれて、帰ってからもずっとユリコさんとあの日の海の話をしています。
ハワイでの一番の思い出になったようでした。
色々あるイルカツアーの中でここを選んで本当に良かったです。
次回も是非参加させて頂きます。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/02/10 |
Reviewed by: YOKO
On January 7th, I participated with my 68-year-old mother. When I reconfirmed, I hesitantly mentioned that I could swim, and the organizer, Yuriko, cheerfully agreed, saying, "How wonderful!" On the day of the event, she was high-energy from the morning, quickly remembering and calling out each participant's name, creating a lively atmosphere.
The west side of the island, Waianae, which is not often visited by other tours, has jagged mountains rising behind it. From the yacht harbor, we set out to sea on a speedy inflatable boat, a Zodiac, and the blue sea was clear enough to see down below! Fortunately, we spotted our first pod of dolphins about 30 minutes after departure and immediately jumped into the water! However, while the dolphins were visible from the boat, I couldn't catch up to them in the water, and I wasn't able to swim with them on my first try. Others who were swimming with me also returned to the boat for a retry after the pod swam away.
On the next attempt, we successfully chased the pod of dolphins from above! The playful spinner dolphins, true to their name, jumped and spun, swimming with their bellies up in the water, truly enjoying their freedom. At one point, I noticed a white spray from the dolphins in front of us... could it be... dolphin poop? Well, I guess it was a good omen for the new year (laughs).
After two dives at the dolphin point, we moved to the turtle point. Here, if you are confident in your swimming, you can remove your life jacket and swim while chasing the turtles. They are so close that you might be tempted to reach out and touch them. The turtles swim gracefully, flapping their fins that resemble angel wings. They are really cute! We also had two dives at the turtle point. Just when I thought I saw four turtles, I felt something prickly touching my hands and feet. I wondered if it was a jellyfish, but it turned out to be sea lice. I got a couple of small bumps on my hand that felt like mosquito bites, but they disappeared quickly. I heard that washing with vinegar helps.
Due to that, I gave up on the second dive midway, but the captain, KK, who is the top local lifeguard, took us to a surf point that locals usually keep to themselves, where we could watch the skills of advanced local surfers. We also got to see stand-up paddleboarding, which has recently become popular in Hawaii. Finally, we returned to the harbor while watching the dolphins from the boat.
1月7日に、68歳の母との参加でした。リコンファームの際、水泳はできますが…と恐る恐るそれを伝えてみると主催者のユリコさんは「まあステキ!」と快諾してくださり、当日は朝からハイテンションで寝ぼけ眼をこすりこすりの参加者ひとりひとりの名前をすぐ覚えて声をかけてくれ、盛り上げてくれます。
なかなか他のツアーでは行くことのできない島の西部、ワイアナエは後ろにギザギザの山が切り立ち、ヨットハーバーからスピードの出る軽いゴムボート、ゾディアックで海へ出ると下まで見通せる青い海!
我々は幸いにも出て30分くらいで最初のイルカの群れを発見でき、すぐ海へGO!
しかし船の上からはゆっくり見えたイルカたちも海の中では追いつくことができず、最初のトライでは私は一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでした。一緒に泳いでいた人たちも、イルカの群れが離れてしまったということで一度船へ戻り再挑戦。
次のトライではずっとイルカの群れを上から追いかけることに成功!遊び好きなスピナードルフィンたちは、その名の通りジャンプにスピンに、水中ではお腹を上にして泳いだり、本当に自由を謳歌しています。
途中、前方のイルカから白い噴射物… これはもしやフン…?などということもありましたがまあ新年早々ウンがついたということで(笑)
イルカポイントで2度のダイブの後は、ウミガメポイントへ移動。こちらでは泳ぎに自信があればライフジャケットを外せて、ずーっと亀先生を追いかけて泳ぎます。あんまり近いので思わず手を伸ばしそうになります。ウミガメは天使の羽そっくりのひれをパター、パターと動かして飛ぶように泳ぎます。ホントにかわいい!
ウミガメポイントでも2度のダイブ。今度は亀が4匹も!と思ったら時折チクチクと手足を差すものが。クラゲ?と思ったらシーライス(海シラミ)だそうです。私は手に2箇所ほどちょっと蚊に食われたくらいのふくらみができてすぐに消えましたが、お酢で洗うといいそうです。
そんなことで2度目のダイブは途中で断念しましたが船のキャプテンKKが地元のライフサーバーの一番偉い人!だそうで、その後はロコ以外は近づけないようなサーフポイントへ行ってくれて、地元の上級サーファーの妙技を見物。最近ハワイではやっているというスタンダップ・パドルも見学できました。
さらにはまたイルカたちを船上から見ながら帰港。
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| Posted on: | 2009/01/12 |
Reviewed by: はしもと
The day we participated was incredibly windy with high waves! The Dolphin Middle School uses a speedboat, so we easily navigated through the rough waters. Among the many dolphin exploration boats out that day, ours was the first to spot dolphins!! It seems that experience really matters when searching for dolphins!
Before other boats arrived, we had the dolphins all to ourselves! I was moved by the sight of so many dolphins swimming and jumping right in front of us. I was so engrossed that I swam alongside the dolphins. Although it was said that "the visibility of the sea is low after the rain," we could still see the seabed. It's hard to imagine that in Japan. I wonder how beautiful the sea is when it's clear? We also saw several sea turtles.
That day, due to the strong waves, the staff suggested playing in the sea inside the breakwater, and we wrapped up our time in the ocean early to visit nearby spiritual points and a local supermarket. The staff came up with various ideas, and it turned out to be a wonderful tour for our family, who were looking to do a spiritual tour and visit supermarkets.
Thanks to the cheerful and fun staff, including Yuriko and Maeda, we were able to enjoy our first trip to Hawaii. I definitely recommend this for those who are not confident in their English!!
参加した日は、ものすごく風の強い日で波も高い日!
イルカ中学校さんはスピードボートなので荒波を難なく超えていきます。
イルカ探索船が数多く出ている中で、この日はわたしたちのボートが一番先にイルカを発見!!イルカ探しは経験がものをいうそうです!
他のボートがやってくる前に、わたしたちの船だけでイルカを独占!
目の前でたくさんのイルカが泳いだり跳ねたりしている様子に感動!夢中になってイルカと一緒に泳ぎました。
「雨上がりで海の透明度は低い」という話でしたが、海底は見えるんですよ。日本では考えられないですよね。海がきれいなときは、どんなにきれいなんだろう?ウミガメも何匹も見ましたよ。
この日は波が強くて、防波堤の内側での海遊びを提案していただいたり、海を早めに切り上げて近くのスピリチュアルなポイントを巡ったり、地元のスーパーを見せてくれたりと、スタッフの皆さんが一生懸命色々なアイディアを提案していただきました。スピリチュアルツアーとスーパー巡りをしようとしていた我が家にはとってもうれしいツアーになりました。
日本人スタッフのYurikoさん、Maedaさんをはじめ、スタッフ全員が明るく楽しく、始めてのハワイを楽しむことができました。英語に自信のない方にも断然おすすめです!!
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| Posted on: | 2009/01/09 |
Reviewed by: KAORU
This time, I participated in a trip to Hawaii with my husband, his mother, his sister, and myself, making a group of four.
I was surprised by the welcoming whales as soon as the boat set sail. Shortly after, we encountered dolphins. We quietly approached them and were able to enter the water together to swim alongside them. During the first encounter, we couldn't get close, but during the second, I was able to see a dolphin swimming just below me. Then, we went snorkeling at Turtle Point. The turtles came very close to us, and we also enjoyed the tropical fish. Just when I thought we would head back to the harbor, the boat continued on to search for whales, and we were able to see them again near the far western tip of Oahu.
In contrast to the heavy rain in the morning, the boat was warm and sunny, and we leisurely enjoyed a ride that felt like being on a banana boat.
Although my husband and I were used to the ocean from diving, it was the first time for his sister and our 70-year-old mother to snorkel in deep water. With the guidance of the staff, they were able to see the dolphins up close and were very excited. We are truly grateful for their kindness. Our whole family was able to enjoy the experience with peace of mind.
今回のハワイ旅行は夫とその母と妹と私の4人で参加しました。
船が出るとすぐの鯨のお出迎えにはびっくり。ほどなくイルカとも遭遇。そっと近寄って皆で海に入り一緒に泳ぐことができました。1回目は近くに寄れませんでしたが、2回目は自分のすぐ下を泳ぐイルカを見ることができました。そして、亀ポイントでのシュノーケリング。亀はすごく近くまで寄ってきてくれて、南方の海水魚も堪能しました。そして、そのまま港に帰るのかと思ったら、そのあとも、鯨を探してオアフ島のかなり西の先端のほうまで船を走らせてもう一度鯨を見ることができました。
朝方の大雨とは代わり、船上は暖かく日が差し、バナナボートのような船上ドライブをまったりと楽しみました。
私たち夫婦はダイビングなどで海に慣れていたものの、シュノーケルも足が着かない所ははじめてという妹と70歳の母もスタッフの方にガイドされて近くでイルカを見ることができ、大感激していました。本当に親切にしていただき感謝しております。家族皆安心して楽しむことができました。
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| Posted on: | 2009/01/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in August 2008 and had such a great time that I joined again at the end of December. December coincides with Hawaii's rainy season, and the weather was a bit uncertain. About ten days prior, there was heavy rain, and I was worried as the ocean turned brown, but by the end of the year, things had calmed down quite a bit.
On the day I had booked, the waves were high, so the tour itself was postponed. I had the option to cancel or reschedule, and I chose a different date to participate.
On the day of the tour, the shuttle bus arrived on time, and we headed to the boat harbor to board the boat and set off. The weather was nice, and my spirits were high.
I thought it might be cold during this time, but it wasn't much different from when I participated in the summer; in fact, the water felt warmer. However, the water clarity was somewhat affected by the bad weather, and it was much clearer during the summer.
As for the dolphins I was hoping to see, I was able to swim with numerous dolphins multiple times, and I also observed turtles swimming gracefully. At the point with tropical fish, I got to play with a large number of them. This is where the advantage of participating in winter comes in: after swimming with the tropical fish, we headed out to the whale point by boat, and I was lucky enough to see a whale jump. It was truly a satisfying tour.
08年8月に参加し楽しかったので12月の年末にまた参加しました。12月はハワイの雨季にあたり天候が微妙な感じでした。特に10日前ぐらいは大雨が続き海が茶色に汚れるなど心配でしたが、年末の時期には大分落ち着いてきました。
申込をしていた日は波が高いということでツアー自体が延期になりましたが、キャンセルするか別の日に振り返るかということで別の日程にしてもらい参加しました。
ツアー当日は向かえのバスが時刻とおりに来て、ボートハーバーまで向かいボートに乗り込みいざ出発です。天候もよく気分上々でした。
この時期は寒いかと思いましたが、夏に参加した時とそれほど違いはなく、逆に海の中の方が暖かいぐらいです。しかし、海の透明度は悪天候が続いたせいで濁りが多少あり夏の時の方が抜群でした。
期待していたイルカちゃんですが、多数のイルカと何度も泳ぐことができ、カメも優雅に泳いでいるところを観察できました。熱帯魚のいるポイントでは大量の熱帯魚に戯れることができました。ここからが冬の参加のメリットですが、熱帯魚と泳いだ後にクジラポイントまでボートで出かけ、運よくクジラジャンプを見ることができ本当に満足いくツアーでした。
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| Posted on: | 2009/01/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I got to meet them! Dolphins & sea turtles~☆
It's a bit pricey, but I recommend this tour. I could even hear the dolphins' voices, and it was so moving! The staff's energy was also high, which was great^^
会えました!イルカ&ウミガメ~☆
ちょっとお高めですが、おすすめのツアーです。イルカの声も聞けたし、感動しますよ!スタッフのテンションも↑↑で、◎です^^
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| Posted on: | 2009/01/02 |
Reviewed by: FUKUDAファミリー
We participated as a family of four on Christmas Day. This has been our annual tradition of traveling to Hawaii for the past ten years, and for the last two or three years, we had been really interested in the dolphin tour. I'm so glad we decided to sign up this time. My daughters (22 and 20 years old) were truly thrilled to see such cute dolphins so close... They were really impressed, saying it was a tour that perfectly matched the name Dolphin You "Dolphins and Me"! When we got on the boat, it was incredibly cold, but the warm hospitality from the staff and the delicious cheese taro burgers we had, along with sweet cakes for Christmas, made us feel pampered. Everyone was very satisfied with Dolphin You. If we have the chance, we would love to join this tour again! Thank you very much.
家族4名でクリスマスの日に参加。10年前からの、毎年恒例のハワイ旅行で、ここ2、3年、ずーっと気になってたイルカツアー。思い切って今回申し込んでよかったです。娘達は(22歳、20歳)可愛いいイルカがあんなに直ぐ側で見られるなんて・・・とホントに大感激しておりました。まさに、ドルフィンユー「イルカとわたし」のネーミングにぴったりなツアーだ!と妙に感心しておりました~♪船にあがると、ものすごく、寒かったですけど、暖かいスタッフの皆様のおもてなしと、美味しいチーズたろいものバーガーをいただいたり、クリスマスということで、甘いケーキまで、ご馳走になり、何から何まで、至れりつくせりのドルフィンユーにみんな大満足でした。機会があれば、また、このツアーに参加したいです!!ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/30 |
Reviewed by: himawari
This was my first time in Hawaii, and I participated with my daughter, nephew, and two relatives, making a total of five of us. The information that December might be cold was accurate, but they offered wetsuit rentals. Once we boarded the boat, it only took about five minutes to encounter a pod of dolphins, which made us all very happy. After that, due to the murky water, we didn't go into the sea but instead toured around the island on the boat. It felt like the boat was flying over the water, and it was fun like a roller coaster. We all returned with joy. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises. The staff were also very kind and helpful, which made me happy. Thank you!
初めてのハワイ、娘と甥、親戚の親子と、5人で参加しました。12月は寒いかも?という情報はあたってましたが、ウエットスーツの貸し出しもあり、いざボートに乗り込み、5分もするとイルカの群れに、会うことができ大喜び。そのあと、海のにごりのため、海に入らずにボートで島の周りを観光、ボートは海の上を飛ぶように、ジットコースターのようで楽しかった。皆で喜んで帰りました。又、機会があれば参加したいです。スタッフの、皆さんも色々親切にしてもらえて、うれしかった。ありがとね。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This was my first time participating in Dolphin Middle School. The weather was cloudy and the sea was murky, so the conditions weren't great, but in December, we were lucky enough to see whales multiple times. I saw the whales spouting water and their tails. It was moving to see a whale in person for the first time.
While moving to the next point, we encountered a pod of dolphins. Many dolphins swam alongside the boat, and I felt like I was being welcomed by them. I tried to dive into the sea to look for dolphins, but the water was murky, and I could only see them for a few seconds, which was disappointing.
After that, we went to see sea turtles. I dove into the water again to search for them, but it was still murky, and I could only see them faintly. However, I definitely saw at least four turtles. It was amazing to see so much in one tour!
Although the visibility was poor this time due to the murky water, I heard that usually the sea is clearer and visibility is better, so I definitely want to try again next time.
今回初めてイルカ中学校に参加しました
当日は天候が曇りで海もにごっていたのであまり良い
コンディションではありませんでしたが、12月なので
なんと!クジラが何度も見れました。
クジラが潮を吹いているところや尾びれが見えました
初めてクジラを生で見たので感動です
次のポイントに移動している最中にイルカの群れに
遭遇、沢山のイルカがボートと一緒の泳いでいて
まるでイルカに歓迎されている気分でした
そこで海にもぐりイルカを探しましたが海がにごっていて
数秒しかイルカが見れず残念でした
そのあとにウミガメを見にいきました、そこでも海にもぐってウミガメを探すのですが、そこでも海がにごっていて
うっすらとしか見えませんでしたが確実に4匹はいました
一度のツアーでコレだけ見れて最高です!
今回は海がにごっていたのであまり良く見えませんでしたが
普段はもっと海が澄んでいて良く見えるそうなので
また次回リベンジしたいと思いました
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/23 |
Reviewed by: ケイコ
This time, my husband and our sons, who are in first and sixth grade, participated. They seemed very happy to see a pod of wild dolphins up close, which they had been looking forward to. They were also impressed by the sea turtles, beautiful fish, and the clear ocean. They happily talked about how delicious the hamburger made with taro bread was, which they ate on the boat, and how they danced the hula after getting off the boat.
During this trip, I let the kids experience various activities, but the most fun thing they both said was the "dolphin tour!" I'm glad we participated.
今回、夫と小1・小6の息子たちが参加しました。
楽しみにしていた野生のイルカの群れを間近に見ることができて、とてもうれしかったようです。
また、海ガメやきれいな魚たち、透き通った海に感動していました。
また、船の上で食べたタロイモのパンで作ったハンバーガーがとても美味しかった事、船を降りてからフラダンスを踊ったことを楽しそうに話してくれました。
今回の旅行では子供達にいろいろ体験させたのですが、一番楽しかったことは「イルカツアー!」と二人揃って言っていました。参加させてよかったと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/16 |
Reviewed by: Chuck and Cindy
the sun was shining, the wind was blowing, the dolphins were swimming, the reef was closer to the surface. But it wasn't, not any. No sailing because of no wind. No sun. No dolphins. I'm near sighted, so the reef, in the sunless water, was too darn deep for me to really see. Got a re-ride ticket - but what good is that going to do me? This was a once in a lifetime trip. I didn't score it worse, cause the "catatonics" helped my mood, and I absolutely love the ocean, no matter what.
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/14 |
Reviewed by: ビッキーパパ
On a slightly cloudy morning, I was filled with anticipation as I watched a rainbow appear. We headed straight to the dolphin-rich waters by powerboat from the harbor. The deep blue sea and the clear blue waters revealed numerous pods of dolphins. At the cheerful captain's signal, we entered the water with the crew, and although the dolphins were within reach, I couldn't quite catch up to them. I saw a mother and her baby swimming closely together and jumping around; they were incredibly "cute" dolphins.
After that, we stopped the boat at a beautiful coral reef and entered the water where sea turtles were swimming. I was surprised at how fast the turtles swam, almost like they were flying!
This was my first time participating alone, but the cheerful Hawaiian captain and his brother made it a lot of fun. The snacks provided were also delicious. The cooler bag was very useful during my stay.
Next time, I want to go back to meet the dolphins and turtles swimming in the clear blue sea, which you can't see in Waikiki.
うす曇りの朝虹がかかっているのを観て期待でいっぱいになってきました。
港からパワーボートでイルカのいる海域へ一直線。藍色の海、そして透明な青の海、そこにはたくさんのイルカの群れが見えました。陽気な船長の合図でクルーと一緒に海に入ると手の届くところにイルカたちがいて一緒に泳ぎたくても、なかなか追いつくことができません。母子が寄り添って泳いでいたりジャンプをしたり、すごく”カワイイ”イルカたち。
その後、サンゴ礁がきれいな所にボートを止めてウミガメのいる海の中へ。飛ぶように泳ぐウミガメ。思ったより早く泳いでいるのにはビックリ!!
今回初めて一人で参加しましたが船長兄弟が陽気なハワイアンで、十分楽しめました。
そらから軽食もおいしかったですよ。クーラーバックも滞在中重宝しました。
次回もワイキキでは見られない、透明な青い海の中を泳ぐイルカとカメに逢いにいきたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/11 |
Reviewed by: matsu
Despite the poor conditions, I was able to encounter many dolphins, and it was really fun. I could see that all the staff were making great efforts to ensure the participants enjoyed themselves. I was a bit nervous since I easily get seasick and can't swim, but the friendly atmosphere created by the staff, the encounters with the dolphins and turtles, and the delicious hamburgers made it a wonderful experience! I'm glad I participated. If I have the opportunity next time, I would like to join again in good weather conditions during a better season.
条件の悪い中でしたが、
たくさんのイルカと出会うことができて、
とっても楽しかったです。
スタッフの皆さんいずれも参加者を楽しまそうと
大変努力してくださっているのが良くわかりました。
船に酔いやすく泳げない私は多少緊張してましたが、
スタッフの皆さんの和やかな雰囲気とイルカやカメとの遭遇
それに美味しいハンバーガーで
ずいぶんと楽しませていただきました!
参加してよかったです。
次回機会があれば天候のよいシーズンによい条件の中でもう一度参加してみたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/11 |
Reviewed by: yumeco
I have lived in Hawaii for three years. Until now, I had only seen dolphins from a great distance and really wanted to see them up close. I participated in a tour that had amazing reviews online.
The staff were incredibly kind, and I was impressed by the beautiful scenery in the Makaha area, which I wouldn't normally visit. The bus ride was also enjoyable. Unlike dolphins that are managed by humans, seeing wild dolphins swimming freely was moving, and I felt like I was part of nature while enjoying the experience.
On the day I participated, I was lucky enough to see a Hawaiian monk seal, which was fantastic! I also got to see wild sea turtles up close, and the staff guided us to the best spots, so there was no wasted time.
The life jackets were sturdy, so I think it's safe even for those who can't swim. I had no worries about what I would do if I couldn't swim. While swimming, I could hear the dolphins' calls, which was very soothing. Since the tour ends in the morning, I think it's an efficient option for those who want to fully enjoy Hawaii during a short stay. The snacks provided during the tour were also plentiful and added to the experience.
If you're in Hawaii, I highly recommend this dolphin tour, not just shopping!
I had a truly fun time and reaffirmed the charm of Hawaii. Thank you!!!!
ハワイに住んで3年。今までイルカを本当に遠くからしか見たことがなく、どうしても見てみたいなぁと思っていたところに、書き込みでもものすごく評判の良かったことツアーに参加させていただきました。
スタッフの方もすごく親切だったし、なかなか自分では行かないマカハ方面の美しい景色に感激しながら、バスの道中も楽しかったです。
人間に管理されているイルカとは違い、野生のイルカののびのび泳いでる様子に感動しながら、自分も一緒に楽しませてもらってる感覚は自分も自然の一部なんだと思いました。
私の参加した日はラッキーなことにハワイアンモンクシールも見られ、最高でした!!
野生の海亀もものすごく近くまで見れて、ちゃんとポイントを押さえてスタッフの方が誘導してくださるので無駄がありませんでした。
ライフジャケットもしっかりしてるので、泳げない人にも安心だと思います。泳げなかったらどうしようと不安になる心配もいっさいありません。泳いでいる途中はイルカの鳴き声も聞けてとっても癒されました。
午前中で終わってくれるツアーなので、短い滞在の間にハワイを存分に楽しみたい方にとっては、効率の良いツアーだと思いました。
ツアー中にいただいたスナック等もすごく充実していてポイントが高かったです。
ハワイにいるなら買い物だけでなく、このイルカのツアーは絶対にお勧めです!
本当に楽しかったです。
新しいハワイの魅力を再確認しました。
ありがとうございました!!!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/10 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated this summer vacation. When we went out to the point by boat, dolphins jumped! We were able to spot the dolphins right away. After that, we followed the guide's instructions and jumped into the sea. Right below us, a mother dolphin and her baby were gracefully swimming. We repeated this several times, and then we headed to the sea turtle point. There were many sea turtles. The sea was so beautiful that we could see all the way to the bottom, which was a bit scary. On the way back, we received a lunch bag, so I think we ate it on the bus and arrived at the hotel before 1:00 PM.
今年の夏休みに参加しました。
ボートで沖へ出てポイントにつくと、イルカジャンプ!すぐにイルカを発見できました。あとは、ガイドさんの指示に従って海へドボン。真下にはイルカ親子が優雅に散歩していました。何度かこれを繰り返し、今度は海ガメポイントへ。
海ガメが沢山いました。あまりにも綺麗な海で海底まで見えてしまうので、ちょっとこわいくらいです。
帰りはランチバックをもらえるので、バスの中で食べてホテルに13:00前には到着したかと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/07 |
Reviewed by: ミクロ
On the day of the trip, the sea was rough and it was really shaking, but it felt like a roller coaster and was a lot of fun. Those who are prone to seasickness seemed to struggle a bit... After a while, we spotted dolphins. There were about 10 to 20 of them!! They were all lively, riding the waves and spinning around, which was so much fun. Unfortunately, due to the rough sea, we couldn't swim with the dolphins, but we went snorkeling in the bay and encountered a sea turtle☆ I had a very, very happy experience. Our guide, Yuriko, was kind, and I am very grateful for the fun time we had on our honeymoon. Mahalo~~☆
当日は海が荒れていて、すごい揺れていましたが、それがジェットコースターみたいでとても楽しかったです。
船酔いしやすい人はしんどそうでしたが・・・。
暫くするとイルカ達を発見。大体10頭~20頭はいました!!
みんな元気に波に乗って、スピンをたくさんしてくれて、とても楽しかったです。
当日は残念ながら海が荒れていたため、イルカと一緒に泳ぐことはできませんでしたが、湾内でシュノーケルをして、ウミガメさんと遭遇しました☆
とてもとてもHappyな経験ができました。
ガイドのユリコさんも優しくて、楽しい時間をハネムーンで経験できたこと、とても感謝しています。
マハロ~~☆
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/06 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Everything was amazing!! The dolphins, snorkeling at the coral reef, the cheeseburgers, and the hula dancing were all wonderful♪ It was so much fun. I want to participate again!!
何もかもが最高でした!!
イルカも珊瑚礁のポイントでのシュノーケルもチーズバーガーもフラダンスも♪
とても楽しいです。また参加したいです!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/02 |
Reviewed by: 黄色のビートル
I had previously seen dolphins in Hawaii while diving from a boat (on the surface). This was my first time participating in a dolphin-exclusive option, and I was moved to hear the dolphins' voices underwater. The staff were also kind, and I felt that I could participate comfortably and enjoyably even as a solo participant. Thank you very much for your support.
ハワイでのイルカは以前にダイビングで船上(水面)から見た事がありました。
イルカ限定のオプショナルは今回が初めての参加でしたが、水中ではイルカの声を聞く事もでき感動しました。
スタッフの方も親切でひとり参加でも安心して楽しく参加できると思いました。本当にお世話になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/12/01 |
Reviewed by: Rina★Mina
I had a lot of anxiety on my first trip to Hawaii, but after joining the tour, everyone, including our guide Yuriko, was so nice that it doubled the fun! We rode on a boat with one foot in the water! The captain's little pranks were also enjoyable!
And... it felt like the dolphins were welcoming us! We quickly jumped into the sea and had a date with the dolphins. They came so close that we could almost reach them! Hearing their cute sounds was incredibly soothing. Not only the dolphins, but the sea itself was beautiful, with a clear view of the seabed, and I was moved by how natural everything was.
When I participated, it was a bit cold, so they lent us wetsuits. Also, on the boat during the ride, warm tea and snacks were the best!
And... we finally spotted a sea turtle, a symbol of good luck! I was so excited to see it swimming for the first time! Everything became a wonderful memory that felt like a dream! This will be my best memory from my trip to Hawaii, no, my best memory ever! If you go to Hawaii, you should definitely join this tour! Don't worry if you can't swim! (I can't swim either, haha) The professional staff will kindly help you!
Even after the tour ended, they put the photos and videos from the tour on a CD-R, so even now that I'm back home, I keep watching them and reminiscing! I want to join again when I go back to Hawaii! Thank you so much!!
初めてのハワイで不安もたくさんありましたがツアーに参加して、みんなのママゆりこさんをはじめスタッフの方はみ~んないいひとで楽しさも倍増でした!!
ボートに乗って片足を海につけて走行!船長さんのちょっぴりいたずらも楽しかった♪♪
そして・・・私たちを歓迎してくれているかのようにいるかさん達が★☆さっそく海に入り、みんなでいるかさんとデート♪なんと手の届くような位置まで接近!!キュッキュッとお話ししてる声をきいてとても癒されました♪いるかさんだけでなく海は海底がはっきり見える綺麗な海で全てが自然であることに感動しました。
私が参加した時は少し寒かったので、ウエットスーツも貸し出してくれました。そして、移動中のボートではあたたかいお茶やお菓子サイコーでした♪
そして・・・幸運の象徴のウミガメさんもついに発見!本当に泳いでる所を始めてみたので興奮しちゃいました!
すべてが夢みたいな素敵な思い出になりました!ハワイに行った一番の思い出、いや、今までで最高の思い出になります♪みなさんもハワイに行かれたら是非参加してみて下さい♪泳げない方も安心です!(私も泳げない 笑)海のプロフェッショナルなスタッフさんが優しく声をかけてくれます!
ツアーが終わっても、ツアー中の写真や動画もCD-Rにしてくれるので、帰国した今も何度も見て思い出してます♪
またハワイに行ったら参加したいです!本当にありがとうございました!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Kailani
I had been curious about the tour where you can swim with dolphins for a long time. Previously, I participated in a "dolphin watching tour" where I could only see dolphins from a boat. It was enjoyable, but just watching felt a bit unsatisfying, so I definitely wanted to join a tour where I could swim with dolphins next time.
After considering various tours, I was drawn to this one not only because you can swim with dolphins, but also because it includes a "chant" (prayer) before entering the water and hula lessons, allowing me to experience Hawaiian culture. I decided to sign up. I was a bit anxious about participating alone, but once I got into the water, I forgot all about that, and when I saw the dolphins up close, all my worries disappeared!
They picked me up early in the morning from a nearby hotel, and after about an hour, I was moved by the sunrise over Diamond Head that I could see from the car. My anticipation for the tour grew. As soon as we arrived at the harbor, we boarded the boat. The staff welcomed us with ukulele music. After chanting and offering flowers to the sea, dolphins quickly gathered around the boat, and we jumped into the water right away.
I was truly amazed to see dolphins swimming so close! There were about 30 of them, including mother and baby dolphins. The water was beautiful, and I could see all the way to the bottom just with snorkeling. At that time, I was also able to see honu (sea turtles) and rays!
On the boat, the staff entertained us with various performances.
This experience will definitely be unforgettable in my life. I truly felt it was worth participating.
ずっ~と前から気になっていたイルカと一緒に泳げるツアー。
以前、単なる船上からイルカを見る「イルカウォッチングのツアー」に参加した事があったのですが、楽しくはあったけど、見るだけではなんだか物足りなさを感じ、次回は絶対自分も一緒にイルカと泳げるツアーに参加したいと思っていました。
そして色々なツアーを検討した結果、こちらのツアーの、イルカと一緒に泳げるのはもちろん、海に入る前に「チャント(お祈り)」をするところや、フラレッスン等、ハワイの文化にも触れられる事に魅力を感じ、申し込みする事に決めました。
今回は一人での参加で楽しめるのかどうか不安もありましたが、実際に海に入ってしまえばそんな事は気にならず、イルカを目の前にしたら、そんな不安も吹き飛びました!
早朝近くのホテルまで迎えに来てくれ、そこから約1時間、
途中、車の中から見えたダイアモンドヘッドの朝焼けにも感動。これからのツアーの期待が膨らみました。
港に着きすぐに乗船。スタッフがウクレレを演奏し私達を迎えてくれました。
そして、チャントを唱えお花を海に捧げると、すぐにイルカ達が船の周りに集まっていて、早速海に飛び込みます。
本当に間近をイルカ達が泳いでいるのに感動!!
しかも30頭ぐらいの大群。親子のイルカもいました。
海も綺麗で、シュノーケルだけでも充分海の底まで見えます。
この時は、イルカの他にホヌ(海亀)や、エイなども見ることができました!!
船上でも、スタッフの方達が色々なパフォーマンスをしてくれ、私たちを楽しませてくれました。
この感動は、人生の中でも忘れられないものになると思います。
本当に参加して良かったと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Yoshimi
You absolutely have to participate!! For everyone going to Hawaii!!
Even if you're hesitant because of the price, you will have an experience that is worth it, or even more than that. Don't worry if you can't speak English! It's fine to go alone!! By the way, this is my fifth time participating, and it was my first time going alone, but I thought I want to go again. Of course, I can't speak English. But I was able to communicate a lot with the boat staff and had a great time.
I definitely encountered dolphins all five times. This time, the dolphin was a bottlenose dolphin, which is different from the spinner dolphins I swam with before, but it was so impressive!! We made eye contact underwater!! They were looking at me, glancing back and forth♪ Not just one, but many!! It was moving. I could clearly hear the dolphins' voices too.
As a bonus, there is a dedicated photographer on board, so they capture great photos on the boat and underwater. It's a separate fee for purchasing, but it's the perfect keepsake for memories!!
This tour is something you can truly enjoy, whether with family, a partner, friends, or even alone like I did!! If you have even a little interest, you absolutely have to go; otherwise, you'll miss out on life!!!
絶対に参加するべきですよ!!ハワイに行かれる皆さん!!
お値段で躊躇してしまった方もそれに見合った、いやそれ以上の体験ができます。
英語ができなくっても大丈夫!一人でも大丈夫!!
ちなみに今回で私は5回目の参加で初の一人でしたが、また行こうって思いました。もちろん英語はできません。でもボートスタッフの方ともたくさんコミュニケーションとれて楽しい時間が過ごせました。
5回全部確実にイルカちゃんに遭遇しましたよ。
今回のイルカちゃんは今まで一緒に泳いだスピナーちゃんとは種類が違うバンドーイルカちゃんでしたが、迫力満点!!海の中で目が合うの!!こっちを、ちらっちらっって♪1頭じゃなくって何頭も!!感動でした。イルカちゃん達の声もしっかり聞えるし。
おまけに、専属カメラマンさんが同乗しているのでボートの上での写真や海の中での写真などしっかり抑えてくれてます。購入する形なので別料金が必要ですが思い出には最高の品ですよ!!
家族と恋人と友達とはもちろん今回の私みたいに一人でも心から楽しめるTourですよーー!!
少しでも興味をもった方は絶対に行かないと人生損です!!!
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/24 |
Reviewed by: A mama
On the second day in Hawaii, on November 12th, my husband, our third-grade daughter, and I went to "Private Dolphin Middle School."
We were picked up early in the morning from the hotel, wearing our swimsuits and rash guards under our clothes, and drove to the bay. Despite it being the rainy season in November, we were fortunate to have clear skies from the day we arrived. Aya, who has lived in Hawaii for a year, greeted us with a warm smile and spoke to us in Japanese, which helped ease our daughter A's nerves a bit.
Upon arriving at the bay, we changed in the restroom. A noticed that the stalls had doors that only went up to her knees and exclaimed, "This is so open, everyone can see me!" It was a nice reaction. While she changed, she reassured herself, saying it was fine since it was only a little visible.
By the time the boat was ready to leave, the sun was getting stronger, so we put on our visors! A had been really excited about seeing dolphins, saying, "I wonder if we’ll get to see them... I believe we will!" But as we started fitting her for the snorkel and fins, she became a bit nervous. There were surprisingly few Japanese people around, and perhaps it was because we only had one child with us this time. However, Aya was very kind and supportive, which made us feel truly at ease as parents.
On the boat, we listened to Aya's translations about dolphin behavior and ecology for about 15 minutes. The cheerful captain pointed and said, "There they are!" When we looked in the direction Aya was pointing, we saw the dorsal fins of dolphins. A leaned forward and exclaimed, "Wow, there really are dolphins!" I exchanged glances with my husband, and we both felt relieved, thinking, "I'm glad we got to see them."
Before we knew it, the dolphins were jumping and spinning all around us. They are called spinner dolphins, and it turns out they naturally learned to jump without anyone teaching them. It's said that they do this as a means of communication or to shake off parasites from their bodies.
Since they travel in groups, we were able to see so many of them. We were especially satisfied because it was currently dolphin birthing season, and we even spotted a baby dolphin among the group.
But this was just the beginning! We quietly approached a few dolphin pods with the boat and were guided to enter the water while holding hands. However, I jumped in before A was fully prepared. As I did, I looked straight down...
HAWAII2日目の11/12にわたしと主人、小学三年生の娘と「私立イルカ中学」にいってきました。
早朝ホテルピックアップで水着とラッシュガードを服の中に着込んで 車で湾へ。
11月で雨季なのに、幸い着いた日から晴天つづき。
ワゴンで迎えに来てくれた、HAWAII在住1年のアヤさんは、
ロコガールのように真っ黒に日焼けしたやさしい笑顔と日本語で迎えてくれて、 娘のAの緊張もすこしほぐれました。
湾に到着すると、トイレで着替え。
立つと膝くらいまでドアが開いてる個室のトイレにA様
「これじゃー丸見えちゃうじゃん」
っとナイスな反応。
微妙に見えないから平気!などと言いながら着替え
船がでるころには日差しが強くなってサンバイザー着用!。
Aは昨日まで「イルカに会えるかなぁ・・大丈夫!信じてるから!」
って本当にイルカに会いたがっていたのに、
シュノーケルとフィンのサイズ合わせくらいから
ややナーヴァス。
案外日本人少なかったし、
今回は子供1人だったのもあったのかも?。
でもアヤさんがやさしく対応してくれて
親としてもほんとうに安心でした。
船の上で、アヤさんの通訳するイルカの習性や生態などの説明をききながら 進むこと15分!。
陽気な船長が指をさす。
「いたー。」アヤさんの指さす方向をみると
イルカの背びれが。
Aも「ホントだぁいたぁ」って身を乗り出す。
その様子を見て主人とアイコンタクト
「良かったね・・会えて」。
一息つく暇も無くイルカがいろんなところで回転ジャンプ。
スピナードルフィンっていって、
誰に教えられたわけでもなく
自然にジャンプをするようになったイルカなんだって。
コミュニケーションの手段とか、
体につく虫をとるためとかいわれてるらしい。
群れでいるからほんとに沢山会えました。
今ちょうど、イルカの出産シーズンで
群れのなかに赤ちゃんイルカも発見できて大満足。
しかしここからが本番!。
何箇所かあるイルカの群れのそばにそーっと船を近づけて海へ。
三人で手をつないで入るように誘導してくれたんだけど、
Aの心の準備よりも早かったのか、あたしが先に海へ。
そしたら真下に
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/11/24 |
Reviewed by: tk
Watching wild dolphins swim leisurely right in front of you is an extraordinary experience that really boosts your spirits! Observing the dolphins as they swim gracefully for about 5 to 10 minutes is incredibly soothing and brings a sense of calm. Since you'll be wearing a life jacket and looking at the underwater world from the surface, even those who can't swim will be just fine. I highly recommend experiencing this at least once. Depending on the weather, it can get quite cold on the boat, but Yuriko, who accompanied us, was thoughtful enough to share warm dokudami tea, making the experience enjoyable. It seems to be quite popular, so there were a few changes to the meeting time before the tour, which required some communication. If you confirm your means of contact (like a mobile phone) on-site, you'll have a wonderful experience!
野生のイルカが目の前でゆったりと泳いでいる様を見る。という非日常体験はかなりテンションUP!5~10分ほど悠然と泳いでいるイルカを見ていると癒されて穏やかな気持ちになります。ライフジャケットを着て水面より水中を眺めるので泳げない人でも大丈夫なので、是非、一度は体験することをお勧めします。天候によっては船の上がかなり寒いのですが同行してくれた ゆりこさん が温かいどくだみ茶を配ってくれるなど心配りをしてくれ楽しく過ごせました。人気が高いのか催行前に集合時間が変更になるなど何度か連絡が必要でした。現地での連絡手段(携帯電話など)確認しておけば楽しい経験ができますよ。
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| Posted on: | 2008/11/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated on October 31.
I was really surprised when I saw dolphins for the first time from the boat. I thought it would be nice to see them even a little, but they came right next to the boat and even jumped for us.
On my third try, I was able to see dolphins in the water. I was so excited that I forgot I was wearing a life jacket and tried to dive in. It felt more like chasing the dolphins below rather than swimming with them, but it was truly moving.
The staff members were very friendly and it was a lot of fun. There was also a morning call service, and it was great that I could ask questions in advance.
Some people had a lot of luggage, but I think if you wear your swimsuit from the hotel, just bringing a towel, something to wear if it gets cold, and an underwater camera would be sufficient. There was a comment about the lack of toilet paper, but when I participated, there was some available. If you're worried, it might be better to bring your own.
If I go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate and hopefully swim alongside the dolphins next time.
10/31に参加しました。
船の上からイルカを初めて見たときは本当にビックリ。ちょっとでも見られればいいなと思って参加しましたが船の真横まで近づいて来たり、ジャンプを見せてくれたり。
3回目のトライで海の中のイルカを見ることが出来ました。
あまりの興奮にライフジャケットを着ていることを忘れて潜ろうとしてしまいました。
一緒に泳ぐというよりは下にいるイルカを追いかけるという感じでしたが、感動ものです。
スタッフの方々もとってもフレンドリーで楽しかったです。モーニングコールのサービスもあり、その際に事前に質問も出来て良かったです。
たくさん荷物を持っている方もいましたが、水着をホテルから着て行けばタオルと寒くなった場合に着る羽織り物、水中カメラがあれば問題ないと思います。
トイレットペーパーがないというコメントがありましたが私が参加した時にはありました。心配なら持って行った方が良いでしょう。
またハワイに行ったら絶対に参加して、今度はイルカと並んで泳げればいいなと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/11/06 |
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