Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was the tour I was looking forward to the most in Hawaii. It was just as I expected, very good!! The guide was mostly Japanese, which gave me a sense of security. The sandbar was wonderful, but the snorkeling, which was my first time, was also very good. The final turtle watching was satisfying as I was able to see many turtles. If I have the opportunity to go again, I definitely want to go.
ハワイで一番楽しみにしていたツアーでした。
期待通り、とてもよかったです!!
ガイドさんはほとんど日本人だったので、安心感がありました。サンドバーも素晴らしかったけど、初めてのシュノーケリングもとても良かったです。
最後のウミガメウオッチングも、たくさんのウミガメを見ることができ、とても満足のいくツアーでした。
また行く機会があれば是非行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/09 |
Reviewed by: すべすべまんじゅうがに
I was wondering if I would really see dolphins, but I actually did. Moreover, I saw quite a few of them. It seems some people also saw sea turtles. If I have the chance, I would like to participate again.
イルカ本当に見れるのかな~と思ってましたが、本当に見れました。しかも結構な数、見れました。海ガメも見れた方もいたようです。機会があればまた参加したいと思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/08 |
Reviewed by: つか・ママ
I still can't believe I got to swim with the dolphin teacher. Moreover, the turtle teacher also made an appearance, and it felt like a dream. The sounds of the dolphins are still fresh in my mind. I thought the children might be more afraid of the ocean, but they were lively, swimming around with the fish and were very excited.
I felt that the guides' attentiveness and the program's organization were of a very high level. It was truly exceptional.
As a point of reflection for our family for next time, since it gets very cold after coming out of the water, I think we should definitely bring something to wear and a change of clothes. We will participate again!
本当にイルカ先生と一緒に泳げたとは、今でも信じられません。しかもウミガメ先生も登場して、まるで夢のようでした。イルカ先生たちの鳴き声がまだ頭に残っています。こどもたちも、もっと海を怖がるかと思いましたが、生き生きと海の中を魚たちと泳ぎまわり、興奮していました。
ガイドの方たちの気配りや、プログラムの組み立ても大変レベルが高いと感じました。至れり尽くせりといった感じ。
次回また参加させていただくための、我が家の反省点としては、海からあがってからがとても体が冷えるので、羽織るものや着替えをしっかり持っていくことかな?また参加させていただきます!
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| Posted on: | 2011/08/05 |
Reviewed by: big mickey
At the time of booking, I thought the price might be a bit high, but even with the dolphin swim, I was satisfied with the packed itinerary that included breakfast with "malasadas," "paddle surfing," and "hula." The staff were very friendly and made sure we had fun without feeling nervous. Participants ranged from elementary school students to couples in their 60s, which added to the enjoyment. We left early in the morning to match the dolphin time. By the time we returned to the hotel, it was noon. There was still half a day left, and I felt quite satisfied and fulfilled that day!
申し込み時、お値段的に高いかな~と思ったけれど、ドルフィンスイムとはいえ、朝ご飯の“マラサダ”から“パドルサーフィン”“フラ”なども楽しめる盛りだくさんの企画で満足しました。スタッフの方もとってもフレンドリーで緊張せず楽しませてくれました。参加者も、小学生~60代のご夫婦まで各年齢層が集まり、これもまた楽しい要因でした。イルカtimeに合わせ朝早く出発。すべて終わってホテルに戻るとお昼の12時。まだ半日もあるぞ~!と、その日はかなり満足&充実してました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/31 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The weather was favorable, and we were able to see many sea turtles. The snacks were delicious, and I was satisfied. The sandbar had a wonderful contrast with the sea and was very beautiful. Next time, I would like to visit during a lower tide.
天候にも恵まれウミガメも数多く見ることができました。軽食も美味しく満足。サンドバーも海のコントラストが素晴らしく綺麗でした。今度はもっと引き潮の時に訪れたいと思います。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/23 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We were blessed with good weather and encountered about seven sea turtles. The guide mentioned that days like this are truly rare. We also enjoyed a delicious lunch and had a blissful time.
天候にも恵まれ海がめも7匹ぐらい遭遇し、ガイドさんもこんな日は本当にめずらしいとの事。昼食も美味しく頂き至福の時を過ごせました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/23 |
Reviewed by: ケイン
We were blessed with beautiful weather.
We saw dolphins multiple times, and we also encountered turtles and some rare fish. Unlike an aquarium, seeing them in the same water was even more moving.
いい天気に恵まれました
イルカも何度も見れたし、カメ、珍しい魚にも会えました。
水族館と違い、同じ水の中で見れるので感動はさらにすごかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/17 |
Reviewed by: toriai
I participated in the afternoon session.
We boarded a yacht from the harbor and enjoyed a pleasant breeze while taking in the wonderful scenery during a brief cruise.
I spotted two turtles basking in the sun.
On this day, the sandbar didn't emerge from the water, but it was shallow enough to knee height, allowing us to enjoy the mystery of it.
The weather was nice, but there was quite a bit of wind, so the water felt warmer, almost like being in a hot spring.
While snorkeling, a turtle appeared right in front of me and swam towards me as I was getting my camera ready, which was a bit scary, but I was able to play with the turtle after snorkeling.
I had already enjoyed so much up to this point, but the lunch was absolutely delicious.
The staff asked, "Would you like to eat on the yacht's deck?" and my husband and I took over the space for ourselves (laughs).
Shopping usually takes center stage in Hawaii, but participating in this tour created the best memories and made me think that next time, I definitely want to go out to sea on a yacht again!
午後の部に参加してきました。
港からヨットに乗り、気持ちの良い風を浴びながら、素晴らしい景色を眺めながら、しばしのクルージング。
甲羅干しをしているカメを2匹発見しました。
この日のサンドバーは海面から顔を出すことはありませんでしたが、膝ぐらいの浅さだったので十分神秘を味わえました。
天気は良かったですが、風が結構あったので、水の中の方が温かく、温泉に来ているようでした。
シュノーケリングでは目の前にカメが現れ、カメラを構えていた自分の方に向かってきたので怖かったですが、シュノーケリング後もカメと遊ぶことができました。
ここまでも十分楽しみましたが、なんといってもランチが最高においしかったです。
スタッフの方が「ヨットのデッキで食べますか?」と言ってくれ、夫婦2人で占領させていただきました(笑)
いつもハワイはショッピング中心になりますが、このツアーに参加して、次回も必ずヨットで沖に出よう!と思わしてくれる最高の思い出になりました!!!
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/14 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I was planning to relax at Kailua Beach, but the day I signed up for the tour was Independence Day! The beach was packed with people. Well, I managed to enjoy it to some extent, but if you're aiming for a "relaxing" experience, it seems better to avoid Sundays and holidays.
カイルアのビーチでのんびり。。。を予定していたら、ツアー申し込んだ日は建国記念日!ビーチはLocoでイッパイでした。
まぁ、そこそこには楽しめましたけど。。。
「のんびり」を目指すのであれば、日曜・祝日は避けた方がよさそうです。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/10 |
Reviewed by: ゆうまママ
We participated as a family of three with our 5-year-old son. Although I was worried about snorkeling since my son can't swim, we decided to join because we wanted to see wild dolphins.
I was really concerned about whether we would actually see dolphins, but on the day of the event, we were able to see many dolphins. They even showcased some beautiful spins. My son jumped into the sea, but he looked anxious since he couldn't touch the bottom. However, the staff supported us, and we were able to meet the dolphin teacher. Thank you for your thoughtful considerations. Since the staff took care of the children, the parents were able to enjoy themselves too.
On the boat, we experienced singing and hula, and we were able to immerse ourselves in Hawaii. Thank you to the dolphin teacher and the wonderful staff who are always positive. We were deeply moved.
We will definitely come back for another session.
I couldn't go buy the DVD because I succumbed to sleepiness.
5歳の息子と家族三人で参加させていただきました。
泳げない息子にシュノーケリングは不安がありましたが、野生のイルカに会いたくて参加を決めました。
本当にイルカに会えるのか心配でしたが、当日はたくさんのイルカに会うことが出来ました。華麗にスピンまで披露してくれました。
息子も海に飛び込んだものの、足がつかないので不安そうな表情でしたが、スタッフの方もサポータしてくださったのでイルカ先生に会う事が出来ました。色々とご配慮いただきありがとうございました。子供の面倒をみていただけたので親も楽しめました。
船の上では、歌やフラ。たくさんのハワイに触れる事が出来ました。イルカ先生、そして『いつも前向き』な素敵なスタッフのみなさん。たくさんの感動ありがとうございました。
また、受講しに行きます。
DVD、睡魔に負けて購入しに行けませんでした。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/07 |
Reviewed by: 50代おばさん友達
I previously participated in a morning tour with my husband in March. At that time, it was cold and the sky was overcast, and the seawater was so cold that we had to give up on snorkeling! However, we got some great photos at the beautiful sandbar!
This time, I joined an afternoon tour with friends! We were able to enjoy snorkeling, but due to the tides, the sandbar seemed to be underwater?? We couldn't see the beach that appeared in the sea. What a shame.
We were able to see sea turtles multiple times and even swam with them!
以前3月に主人と午前のツアー参加した経験ありです。その時は寒く空もどんより・・余りに海水が冷たくシュノーケル断念!しかし、美しいサンドバーと記念写真はバッチリ!
今回は友達と午後のツアー参加!シュノーケルは楽しめましたが、潮の満ち干きの関係?あれっ?サンドバーが海中??海に現れる砂浜は対面出来ず。残念。
海がめさんは何回も見れたし一緒に海中で泳げましたよ!
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/05 |
Reviewed by: 雷太
I participated in a dolphin tour departing from Ko Olina Bay three times, each with a different operator, but this one was the best so far. The reasons are: 1) the guide provided very thorough explanations, 2) after seeing the dolphins, we enjoyed observing turtles and tropical fish, and we also got to experience stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking all in one go, plus meals, snacks, and drinks (juice) were included.
In other tours, the drinks were just something like hot water. It felt like they were cutting costs quite a bit, but here they even included malasadas. It was all very well thought out and fulfilling.
The crew was bright and friendly, and they made sure everyone had a good time. The Japanese staff were also very polite and kind. It was a tour where we could enjoy ourselves while respecting the ocean, and I was completely satisfied. I will definitely re-enroll at the Private Dolphin University next time.
ここコオリナ湾から出港するイルカツアーに過去3回それぞれ別の催行で参加しましたが、ここがこれまでで一番よかったですね。それは、1)ガイドがとても丁寧に説明してくれる2)イルカを見た後は、亀と熱帯魚の観察、そして今はやりのスタンドパドルやシーカヤック体験と一度に3つも楽しめ、さらに食事とスナックと飲み物(ジュース)が付くところですね。
他のツアーで出る飲み物は、白湯のようなものだけ。かなり経費節約って感じですが、ここはさらにマラサダが付きます。至れり尽くせりで、充実していますよ。
クルーも皆明るくて親切で、平等に楽しませてくれました。日本人スタッフの方もとても礼儀正しく、親切でした。海への敬意を払いつつ、楽しむことができる、納得のツアーでした。今度も私立イルカ大学に再入学します。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We took a boat from a location about 30 minutes by car from Waikiki, starting with sea turtle watching. The turtles were on the smaller side, but we were able to see two or three right away. Then, we quickly arrived at the sandbar.
On the boat, there was an explanation about the option for photo shoots that would be made into a DVD. Since I didn't have a waterproof camera, I signed up right away. Without worrying about getting wet, we were able to take plenty of photos of the two of us with the stunning scenery as the backdrop.
I highly recommend it!! Over 50 photos for $60, ready the same day.
During snorkeling, we got really close to the sea turtles. It was a satisfying tour.
Although it was a morning tour, it wasn't too tiring, and we were able to make good use of the afternoon as well.
ワイキキから車で30分くらいの所からボートに乗って、
まずは海がめウォッチング。サイズは小さめですが、すぐに2,3匹見ることができました。そして、すぐにサンドバーに到着。
ボートの中でDVDに仕上がる写真撮影のオプションの説明がありました。防水カメラを用意していなかったので、早速申し込みました。濡れる心配もなく、最高の景色を背景に二人の写真を思う存分撮って頂きました。
お勧めです!!50枚以上で60ドル。当日の仕上がりです。
シュノーケリングでは海がめと大接近。満足なツアーです。
午前中のツアーでしたが、そこまで疲れることもなく、午後からの時間も有効に使えました。
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/01 |
Reviewed by: MITO
There were truly an unbelievable number of dolphins!!
When the captain spotted a pod of dolphins, the boat moved ahead to wait for the pod to approach. Then, at the guide's signal, we all jumped into the water and floated quietly... and suddenly we heard squeaking sounds from somewhere, and right after that, the pod of dolphins appeared, from the front, the sides, and below!! It was just an incredible sight!
There were some older folks who didn't get in the water, but I definitely recommend going in. You just float, so you don't need to know how to swim! For those who are anxious, the guide will be there to help, so it's very reassuring. Dolphin watching from the boat is nice, but actually swimming with them is just like a dream come true!☆
本っ当に、信じられないぐらいの数のイルカがいました!!
キャプテンがイルカの群れを見つけると、ボートがその群れを先回りし、群れが近づいてくるのを待ちます。そして、ガイドさんの合図でいっせいに海に入り、静かに浮いていると・・・どこからかキューキューというような声が聞こえ、その直後イルカの群れが、前やら横やら下やら!!とにかくすごい数!信じられない光景でした!!
年配の方で海に入らない方もいらっしゃいましたが、絶対に入った方がいいです。浮いているだけなので、泳げなくても大丈夫!不安な方にはガイドさんが付いてくれますし、安心ですよ。船からのイルカウォッチングもいいけど、実際に一緒に泳げるなんて!!夢のような時間でした☆
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| Posted on: | 2011/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Terry
My family and I went on the Hawaii Dolphin Swim & Snorkel on June 26, 2011 morning swim. It was beyond our expectations. We found dolphins right away and the captain and crew knew exactly where to find them. There were several dolphin pods and we were able to get pretty close to them but not touching them. 3 of them hovered about 5 feet below my wife and I making their squeal and clicking sounds. It was amazing. The snorkel equipment they provided was in good shape and very reliable. The boat was fine with plenty of room to move around and feel safe aboard. The crew was very professional, friendly and entertaining. The food was average but any time you've been in the water for a while, coming out to a hot burger is always delicious. I would highly recommend this trip especially if you want to get in the water. We also had time to freelance snorkel in an area 25 feet deep that had several sea turtles hanging out. They were fabulous to watch swim by you on their way to the surface
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| Posted on: | 2011/06/30 |
Reviewed by: Ms Rosie
We seen so many dolphins and we were even fortunate enough to see Bottlenose Dolphins which are much much bigger than the frequent spinner dolphins. Bottlenose Dolphins do not come around the islands very often so this was a real treat, maybe even a once in a lifetime opportunity!!
The crew was very friendly and they held my sister's hand in the water because she is afraid of sea animals. But ONCE she put her mask on and placed her head under the water, it was a whole different world for her filled with beautiful colored fish and a huge reef system that surrounded her.
Wonderful crew, Tasty food, everyone on-board was really friendly and after a nice dip out in the deep blue ocean, you are treated to an open bar. Great Stuff! Thank you Hawaiiactivities.com and Ocean Joy Cruises for a wonderful dolphin watch and cruise!
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| Posted on: | 2011/06/29 |
Reviewed by: びび
On June 21st, a bus picked us up at the hotel at 8:30 AM. Several couples boarded the bus from the same meeting point. After that, we visited three locations with a total of 18 passengers heading to our destination. Along the way, we made a five-minute restroom stop at a park near the destination, and then we arrived at the intended port.
With two buses, we had a total of 45 people boarding the boat. The crew was mostly Japanese, so there were no language concerns. The captain in the yellow T-shirt in the first photo is Mr. Hasegawa. After leaving the port, the boat took almost ten minutes to reach the sandbar. It was so close that there was no time to get seasick. During that time, our guide, Izumi, provided various instructions. Just before we arrived at our destination, we encountered a swimming turtle. I spotted three turtles.
When we arrived at the destination, it looked like this... (fourth photo)! Due to the tides, it may not always be possible to visit at low tide. This time, the water was about knee-deep. We walked around for about 20 minutes before returning to the boat, where half of the group went snorkeling while the rest had a meal. We were part of the meal group. There was more food than we could eat, and everyone was more than satisfied with the amount.
When we started snorkeling, a baby sea turtle approached us. It seemed accustomed to humans and climbed onto the guide's bodyboard. After that, it swam around us.
The snorkeling around the coral had a limited number of fish, which might be a bit disappointing for experienced divers. Since we were wearing life jackets, we couldn't dive.
The snorkeling lasted about 15 minutes. After that, we returned to the boat and headed back to the port.
During that time, the only girl on the boat was chosen by the captain to hold the helm next to him. She seemed nervous, but it was a great experience for her.
While not everything was perfect, the guides had a genuine desire to entertain us, making it an enjoyable tour. It would have been even better if the weather had been nice.
6月21日朝8時半にホテルにピックアップのバスが来た。
同じ集合場所からは数組みのカップルの方がバスに乗り込んだ。その後3か所を回り18名の乗員で目的地に向かった。
途中、トイレ休憩で目的地そばの公園に5分ぐらい止まり、
その後目的の港に着いた。
2台のバスで総勢45名になり船に乗り込んだ。
クルーはほぼ日本人の方々で言葉は心配ない。
1枚目の写真の黄色のTシャツのキャプテンは長谷川さんと言う。
船は港を出た後・・・目的地のサンドバーまでほぼ10分。
船酔いなどしている暇もないぐらい近い。
その間、ガイドのいずみさんが色々諸注意を話してくれた。
目的地に着く寸前、カメが泳いでいるのに遭遇。私は3頭のカメを見つけた。
目的地に着き降りるとこんな感じ・・・4枚目!干満の関係で100%干潮時に行けない場合もあると言う事だ。
今回は膝の下ぐらいでした。
散歩を20分ぐらいして船に戻り、半分の方がシュノーケル。残りの人は食事となった。我々は食事の組み。
食事は食べきれないほどあり、だれもが十分満足できる量だった。
次にシュノーケルを始める時、子どものウミガメが我々に近寄ってきた。
人間に慣れているようで、ガイドの方のボディーボードへ乗っかってきた。
その後、我々の周りを回っていた。
サンゴの周辺のシュノーケルは魚影はこの程度でもぐった体験者にはちょっと物足りないかな?
ライフジャケットを着ているので・・・潜る事は出来ない。
シューノーケルは15分ぐらいだったかな?
その後船に戻って港に戻った。
その際、船に一人しかいなかった娘が船長に指名されて、
キャプテンの横で舵を持たせてもらった。
本人は緊張していたようだが・・・よい経験をさせていただきました。
全てOKではないが、ガイドの方々の楽しませようという気持ちがあり。楽しめるツアーになっている。
天気が良ければもっと良いだろう。
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| Posted on: | 2011/06/27 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The prestigious Dolphin University was amazing. Thank you to all the staff for their thoughtfulness.
I was unsure which cruise to choose, but I'm glad I went with Dolphin University.
The boat had a roof, so I wasn't exposed to direct sunlight, and after swimming in the ocean, it was nice to have warm tea served if I got cold. I appreciated that a lot. They took photos and sold them on DVD, so I didn't even need to bring my camera, which made it convenient.
We were lucky with the weather, and I felt like around 50 dolphins swam beneath me.
The turtles and yellow fish were also cute and fun. I will definitely participate again when I go to Hawaii!
名門イルカ大学最高でした。たくさんのスタッフの方の気遣いありがとうございました。
海でのクルーズでどれにしようか迷いましたが、イルカ大学にしてよかったです。
船に屋根があったので直射日光が当たらないし、海に入った後寒くなったら暖かいお茶が出てきたり、とてもありがたかったです。写真を撮ってくれてDVDで販売してくれるのでカメラも持って行かずにすみ楽でした。
天気にも恵まれ50頭ぐらいはイルカが私の下を泳いで行ったように思えます。
亀や黄色い魚もかわいくて楽しかったです。
またハワイに行ったら絶対参加します!!
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| Posted on: | 2011/06/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with a group. It was far from Waikiki, and since it was early in the morning, I originally didn't plan to go, but one of the members wanted to, so I joined them. I had seen reviews mentioning that there might be times when you don't encounter dolphins, so I thought I would enjoy snorkeling even if it didn't work out, and I participated without expectations. However, it was far more enjoyable than I had imagined.
Instead of a snorkeling experience where you lure fish with feeding, I was able to see real wild fish, and above all, I encountered a surprising number of dolphins and sea turtles. When I was peering into the ocean, I was so engrossed that I lost track of time. I made wonderful memories on my first trip to Hawaii.
Since it was early in the morning, most people were fast asleep on the way back, but we were able to return to Waikiki by early afternoon, so we could enjoy shopping and other activities afterward.
I would definitely like to participate again the next time I come to Hawaii.
グループで参加しました。
ワイキキから遠く、朝早いということもあり、もともと行く予定はなかったのですが、メンバーの一人が行きたいということで付き合いで参加しました。
口コミを見ていて、イルカに出会えないこともあるということでしたので、はずれでもシュノーケルを楽しもうと思い期待せずに参加したのですが、、、。
想像していたのをはるかに超える楽しさでした。
餌付けをして魚をおびき寄せるようなシュノーケルではなく本当の自然の魚たちを見ることができましたし、なによりイルカやウミガメにびっくりするくらいたくさん出会えました。海の中を覗いているときは時間を忘れてしまうぐらい夢中になっていました。
初めてのハワイですごく良い思い出ができました。
朝が早いということもあり、帰りの車ではほとんどの人が爆睡でしたが、お昼過ぎにはワイキキに戻ってくることができるので、そのあともゆっくり買い物などを楽しめます。
次にハワイに来るときには、またぜひ参加したいです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2011/06/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
We participated as a couple and chose this tour because it offers longer free time compared to other tours, along with a good price and lockers. I had been to Kailua once before, but this time I wanted to visit "Boots & Kimo's," famous for its pancakes, and hoped to explore Kailua Town as well.
After arriving in Kailua, I debated whether to bike or walk, and ultimately decided to walk to Boots & Kimo's, which took about 20 minutes. I got pancakes to-go and enjoyed them for breakfast on the beach, and they were incredibly delicious!
Kailua has such beautiful waters! Waikiki is nice too, but coming here feels completely different. On the day we participated, there were many small waves, which didn't seem ideal for boogie boarding, but my husband was able to see a turtle while swimming. You can also rent snorkeling gear, so I think it's good to check the wave conditions before deciding.
After spending about an hour in Kailua, we rented bikes (Kailua Sailboards & Kayaks offers rentals for tour participants at around $11 each) and headed to the neighboring Lanikai Beach. Lanikai Beach has a milky emerald sea! The beauty of the ocean alone lifts your spirits. The last time I walked to Lanikai Beach, I was exhausted, so I recommend biking instead.
For lunch, we could choose between a boxed lunch or pizza, and I opted for the pizza recommended by the staff. I was surprised at how big it was!
The four hours flew by. With the long free time, we could visit the town and Lanikai, making it a great option for repeat visitors. There are Japanese staff members, and the presence of lockers, restrooms, and changing rooms adds to the overall sense of security, making it a very good experience.
夫婦で参加しましたが、自由時間が他のツアーよりも長い&価格&ロッカー付きということでこちらのツアーに決めました。
以前にも1度カイルアにいったことがありましたが、今回はパンケーキが有名な「ブーツアンドキモズ」にも行ってみたくカイルアタウンにもいけたらなと思っていました。
カイルアに到着後自転車か徒歩か悩んだ末、徒歩でブーツアンドキモズへ行ってみましたが、歩いても20分くらいでした。
パンケーキをTOGOしてビーチで朝食にいただきましたがすごく美味しかったです!!
カイルアはとても綺麗な海です!ワイキキもきれいだけど、こちらに来ると、全然ちがうな~と感じました。
参加した日は小さい波が沢山くるような感じで、ブギーボードはあまり適してなかったように感じましたが、旦那さんは普通に泳いでいたら亀をみれたようです。シュノーケルのセットもレンタルもできるので、波の状態を見てきめるのも良いと思います。
1時間ほどカイルアにいてから、レンタル自転車(カイルアセイルボード&カヤックで、ツアー参加者は1台11ドルくらいで借りれました)を借りて隣のラニカイビーチに行ってきました。
ラニカイビーチのほうが、ミルキーエメラルド!な海です。海が美しくてそれだけでテンションがあがります↑
ラニカイビーチまで、以前行ったときは歩いたのですがヘトヘトになってしまったので、自転車のほうがおすすめです。
ランチはボックスランチかピザが選べましたが、担当の方がお勧めしてくれたピザをチョイス。すごくおおきくてびっくり!!
あっという間の4時間でした。
フリーな時間が長いのでタウンに行ったりラニカイに行ったりもでき、リピーターさんにもお勧めです。
日本人スタッフもいますし、ロッカーやトイレ、更衣室などもしっかりついているので安心度も高くとても良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/06/17 |
Reviewed by: 海亀好き
"It was written that you have a high chance of encountering sea turtles, but what I wanted to do was 'snorkel with the turtles,' so I participated with half expectation and half anxiety, thinking, 'Maybe I'll just be looking at them from the boat.' But I did it! 'Snorkeling with the turtles!' I think I was lucky. Of course, since they are wild, you can't do it every time, but if I go to Hawaii again, I would like to join this tour."
「海ガメには高い確率で出会えます」と書いてあったけど、
私のやりたいことは、「カメと一緒にシュノーケリング」だったので、「船の上から眺めるだけかなあ」と期待半分不安半分で参加しました。
で、やれました!「カメとのシュノーケリング!」
運が良かったと思います。
もちろん、野生だから、毎回必ず出来るわけじゃないけど、
またハワイに行ったらこのツアーに参加したいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2011/06/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This is a place I wanted to visit at least once when I went to Hawaii. I was able to take photos, and it was a lot of fun. I signed up for the barbecue course, which I also recommend. The snorkeling was a bit lacking... maybe the visibility wasn't great? Next time, I think I'll try scuba diving.
ハワイにいったら一度は行ってみたかったところです。
写真も撮ってもらえたし、とても楽しかったです。
バーベキューコースを申込しましたが、これもおすすめです。
シュノーケリングはちょっと物足りませんでした。。透明度がいまいちだったのかも???次回はスキューバーダイビングをしようと思います。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/06/03 |
Reviewed by: あしか
It was quite a while ago, but I participated in October. I heard that there had been high waves for about a week prior, which made the sea murky and reduced visibility.
While on the boat, we could see the dorsal fins of the dolphins swimming, and each time we spotted them, we were told to "go! go! go! go!" and everyone hurriedly jumped in, but we could hardly see them swimming.
After jumping in three times, most people caught a glimpse for just a moment (about three seconds) on the third try, but another couple and I couldn’t see them at all. We moved again, and only those who hadn’t seen them got to try again. Finally, I managed to see them for about five seconds.
I should have been happy, but maybe because I had seen too many participant experiences and photos, I felt a bit disappointed, thinking, "I thought I would see more..."
After that, we moved to the bay. It was also murky there, with visibility of just a few meters. Of course, I couldn’t see any turtles or tropical fish at all. We alternated between kayaking and paddle surfing, but my spirits were low, so I ended up eating snacks on the boat.
In the distance, I could see a group of dolphins meeting with a school of dolphins. Having come to Hawaii to see dolphins, I was envious of those on the school’s boat who were chasing dolphins until the end, rather than staying in the murky bay for paddle surfing. I didn’t expect to see so few dolphins.
The staff were great. They really tried to make it exciting. If we could have seen the dolphins clearly instead of just for a moment, it might have been a lot more fun.
随分前になりますが、私が参加したのは10月でした。
現地ではちょうど一週間前くらいから高波が続いていたということで、海が濁り、透明度が低く。
船の上にいると泳いでいるイルカの背びれが見え、その度に船で移動し、「go!go!go!go!」と言われて皆慌てて飛び込むのですが、なかなか泳いでいる姿は見えず。
3回飛び込んで、3回目にして大半の人は一瞬(3秒くらい)見えたのですが、私ともう1組のカップルは見れず。
再移動して、見れなかった人だけ再チャレンジ。
ようやく私も5秒程度でしたが見えました。
本当は嬉しいはずなのに、参加者の体験談とか写真とか見過ぎていたのか、「もっと見られるかと思ったのに」という気持ちで、イマイチでした。。。
その後、湾のほうへ移動。
こちらも濁っていて、視界は数m程度。もちろん亀も熱帯魚も全く見られず。
カヤックとパドルサーフィンを交代で…という感じでしたが、気持ちも下がっていたので船上でお菓子を食べていました。。
離れたところでは、イルカ中学がイルカと会っている姿が。
イルカに会う為にハワイに来た私は、パドルサーフィンなどの為に濁った湾に留まっているよりも、中学の船で最後までイルカを追いかけているのが羨ましかったです。
こんなにイルカが見れないとは思っていませんでした。
スタッフの方はいい方達です。すごく盛り上げようとしてくれます。
イルカが一瞬だけでなくしっかり見られれば、きっと楽しかったのかもしれません。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/06/02 |
Reviewed by: Ben Oliver
Snorkeling requires a life jacket, and you cannot dive underwater. Therefore, you will be watching dolphins from the surface. However, I was very satisfied as I encountered a large number of dolphins for quite a while. I highly recommend it.
シュノ-ケリングはライフジャケット必着で、海中に潜れません。従って海面からのイルカウォッチングとなります。
しかし、多数のイルカの群れに、かなりの時間遭遇でき大満足でした。
ぜひともお勧めします。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/26 |
Reviewed by: YOKO
Swimming with wild dolphins in the ocean has been a dream of mine for many years. I thought it would be difficult, so I participated with the expectation of being lucky to catch even a glimpse. However! Not only did I see them, but from the boat, I witnessed dolphins jumping, and once in the water, there were pods of dolphins coming one after another! I could even hear their cute sounds, and it was truly moving.
Additionally, all the staff were cheerful, and I believe it would have been a fun tour even if we hadn't seen any dolphins. After getting off the boat, we had a hula lesson in a cool shade, which also became a heartwarming and enjoyable memory. I definitely want to participate again the next time I go to Hawaii.
野生のイルカと海で一緒に泳ぐのが長年の夢でした。
でも難しいだろうから、『ちらっとでも見れたらラッキーだな』ぐらいの期待で参加したのです。
ところが!ちらっとどころか、ボート上からはイルカたちのジャンプが、海に入ればイルカの群れが次から次へと!!かわいい鳴き声も聞こえ、もう感動でした。
また、スタッフも皆陽気で、もしイルカが見れなかったとしても楽しいツアーになったと思います。
ボートを降りた後は涼しい木陰でフラレッスン、こちらも心癒される楽しい思い出となりました。
今度ハワイに行ったときにも是非参加したいです。
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/24 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This tour is all about having a good vibe. The key to enjoying it is to let loose and have fun without feeling shy.
As for the dolphins, at first, I thought I might not see any, but later on, I encountered many dolphins, which made me quite satisfied.
You can also enjoy malasadas, marine sports, and hula dancing, making the most of your time in Hawaii.
It involves quite a bit of physical activity, so on the way back, I was so tired that I fell asleep in the car until we reached the hotel.
このツアーはとにかくノリが大切。恥ずかしがらずにノリまくるのが楽しむコツです。
肝心のイルカですが、最初のうちは全然見れずに、こんなもんかなーと思っていたのですが、その後たくさんのイルカに遭遇できたので、かなり満足しました。
他にもマラサダ、マリンスポーツ、フラダンスと、ハワイを満喫できます。
結構な運動量なので、帰りの車の中では疲れてホテルまでぐっすり眠ってしまいました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/16 |
Reviewed by: 日本人
Is it only for Japanese people? All the participants were Japanese.
The staff was about half Japanese and half foreign. Everyone on the staff was very kind and energetic, which made it a lot of fun.
As for the weather on the day, it would definitely be more beautiful when it's sunny!
Is the sandbar's visibility above the water level just a matter of luck?
Unfortunately, when I went, it was not visible above the water and was submerged up to my knees.
日本人専用なのかな?参加者はすべて日本人でした。
スタッフも日本人と外国人半々くらいでした。スタッフの皆さんはとても親切で元気な人たちばかりで楽しかったですよ。
あとは当日の天候のみ、やっぱり晴れているときはキレイさが増すでしょう!!
サンドバーもどれくらい水面から出ているかは運次第?
私が行ったときは残念ながら水面からは出ておらず、膝位まで海水に沈んでました。
Thank you for enjoying the heavenly sea. Unfortunately, due to the season, timing, and tidal changes, the water level near the sandbar may vary, and there may be times when you cannot enjoy the completely exposed white sandy beach. We look forward to your next visit.
天国の海をお楽しみいただき有難うございます。残念ながら、季節や時期、潮の満ち引きによってサンドバー付近は海面の高さが変わるため、浅瀬が完全に海面から顔を出した真っ白な砂浜をお楽しみいただけない場合もございますことご了承ください。またのお越しお待ちしております。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/12 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
After a 15-minute ride on a medium-sized boat, we arrived at a shallow area with a depth of 20 to 30 centimeters. It was truly surprising. We walked around and chatted there, and then went snorkeling. However, we didn't have much time (about 30 to 40 minutes), which was a bit disappointing. There weren't as many fish as I had expected. The lunch was very delicious, but since it was probably around 3:30 to 4:00 PM, everyone was quite hungry. I think it's better to have a light snack if you're on an afternoon tour. However, I was very happy to unexpectedly receive Leonard's malasadas for free.
中型ボートで15分も走るとそこには20~30センチの浅瀬に。本当に驚きです。そこでウォーキングやおしゃべりなどをしてその後はシュノーケリングへ。ただあまり時間が取れず(30~40分位)そこがちょっと残念でした。お魚は期待していたよりいなかったです。ランチはとてもおいしかったのですが、恐らく3時半~4時位だったので、みんなお腹がペコペコでした。午後のツアーの場合、軽く食べていったほうがいいと思います。ただ、レナーズのマサラダが無料で配られ思いもよらなかったのでとても嬉しかったです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/04 |
Reviewed by: くにみつ
The sandbar changes completely depending on the tides, and I think its uniqueness deserves a perfect score of 100. However, it's important to note that it doesn't always form a beach in the middle of the sea as shown in the pictures. Those who are lucky might find a beach, while others can enjoy the sea turtles.
サンドバーはそのときの潮の満ち引きによって全然景色が変わるし、珍しさは100点だと思います。
ただ、写真のように海の真ん中に浜になっているとは限らないので要注意。運がいい人は浜に当たるかもね。浜に出会えない方は海ガメで楽しめるかも。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/04 |
Reviewed by: みくろ
I was picked up from the hotel where I was staying, passed by the "What Tree Is That?" tree, and arrived at the port. After a bathroom break, we boarded the boat. Before reaching the dolphin point, we were lucky enough to see a rare whale at the end of April. We snorkeled at the dolphin point. When we were told to "look down," we saw many dolphins! The underwater world, illuminated by sunlight, was beautiful.
My 4-year-old child was indeed scared of the ocean, but the staff helped by putting them on a kayak, and they seemed to have a great time.
The hula dance while feeling the wind was also enjoyable, and the CD of the photos I purchased turned out to be excellent. I brought an underwater camera, but I couldn't compete with the professionals.
Since it was April, I was glad I brought a hoodie.
宿泊してたホテルまで迎えにきてもらい、この木なんの木の横を通過し、港に到着。トイレタイムの後船に乗り込みます。イルカポイントに着く前に4月末には珍しい鯨に会えました。イルカポイントでシュノーケル。look downと言われ海の中を見るとイルカがたくさん!日の光が注ぐ海の中は綺麗でした。
4歳の子どもは、やはり海を恐がりましたが、スタッフがカヤックに乗せてくれて、楽しそうでした。
風を感じてのフラダンスも楽しかったし、購入した写真のCDも、申し分なく出来上がりの良いものでした。私も水中カメラを持って行きましたが、プロには敵わないです。
時期が4月ということもあり、パーカーを持って行って正解でした。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2011/05/04 |
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Thank you for participating in Dolphin University. Although the visibility can change due to ocean conditions, we are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy the anticipated encounter with the dolphins, as well as the snorkeling time with the turtles and tropical fish. We would be grateful if you could give it another try on your next opportunity.
このたびは、イルカ大学にご参加いただき有難うございます。海の状況により透明度は変化するとはいえ、楽しみにされていたイルカとの出会い、そして亀や熱帯魚とのシュノーケリングタイムを心より楽しんでいただくことができませんでしたこと、非常に残念に思っております。またの機会がございましたら、再度チャレンジしていただけましたら幸いです。