Reviewed by: MASA
I had heard that I might not be able to see wild dolphins, but I was able to meet them!
And in a pod!!
It was even more moving than I had imagined!!
I plan to go to Hawaii again next year, and I definitely want to participate again.
野生のイルカで、見れないかもしれないと聞いていたのですが、会うことができました!
しかも群れで!!
想像していた以上に感動的でした!!
来年もハワイに行く予定にしましたが、また今度も是非参加したいと思っています。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/07 |
Reviewed by: キキちゃん
Hmm... honestly, my feeling is that it's disappointing not to have good weather. I did see sea turtles, but I hardly saw any fish while snorkeling. Perhaps I had too high expectations of the beautiful sea and sandy beaches. The instructors were very nice, so that's also a memorable part of the trip.
うーーん、、天候に恵まれず残念というのが正直な感想。ウミガメたしかに見れたけど。シュノーケルしたけど、魚もほとんど見れず。あまりにも綺麗な海や砂浜を想像してしまっていたあたしにも問題があるのでしょうか。
インストラクターの方々はとても感じが良かったので、これも旅の思い出です。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/19 |
Reviewed by: KCWVU
This was awesome! The entire crew was funny and helpful. There were plenty of turtles and fish for everyone to enjoy! The only downside was how many different groups of tourists were also at the same location at the same time. Still plenty of awesome pictures and fun!! Would do it again in a heart beat!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/18 |
Reviewed by: mee
On the day we participated, there were many Japanese people, and we split into two boats: one for Japanese only and one for a mix of Japanese and foreigners.
We were on the mixed boat, but it was reassuring to have Japanese staff members on board. The tide was a bit high that day, so we couldn't see the sandbar, and the water level was about waist-deep. If you want to see a sandbar like in the photos, I recommend researching in advance. Here, you can stand, so we practiced snorkeling, but you can also play volleyball.
After that, we enjoyed a juicy hamburger lunch! It was really delicious, and I was happy that soft drinks were unlimited. Next was turtle watching! We were able to see a few close up. Finally, we went snorkeling around the coral! There were many small fish swimming, and it was beautiful. By the way, the water is deep here, so you can't stand. You can rent snorkeling gear (fins, mask) and life jackets to swim. The weather can change quickly, so it's convenient to have a light jacket. A towel is essential.
The staff were friendly, and we had a great time enjoying the ocean!
参加した日は日本人が多く、日本人だけの船と日本人+外国人混合の船に分かれて出発しました。
私達は日本人+外国人混合の船でしたが、日本人のスタッフの方がいたので安心でした。
この日は潮が少し満ちていたのでサンドバーは見られず、腰より低い位置くらいの水位がありました。
写真の様なサンドバーを見たい方は事前に調べておく事をおススメします。
ここでは足がつくので私達はシュノーケルの練習を行いましたが、
バレーボールで遊ぶことも出来ます。
その後はジューシーなお肉のハンバーガーランチ!これはとっても美味しかったです。ソフトドリンクが飲み放題なのも嬉しかったです。
次はウミガメウォッチング!割と近くで数匹見ることができました^^
最後はサンゴの周りでシュノーケリングです!小さい魚が沢山泳いでいて綺麗でした。
ちなみにここは深いため足がつきません、シュノーケルセット(フィン、マスク)とライフジャケットなどを借りて泳ぐことができます。
天気が変わりやすいので、羽織りものがあると便利です。タオルは必須です。
スタッフの方も気さくで、海を満喫できて楽しかったです!!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/24 |
Reviewed by: てっちん
There are various dolphin tours, but this tour where we encountered sea turtles was excellent.
Although Honolulu has high prices and relatively few good restaurants, the lunch we had here (hamburgers) was delicious, especially since we were hungry from exercising. My 9-year-old daughter also enjoyed it and gave it high praise! It became a wonderful memory of Hawaii.
イルカツアーはいろいろありますが、ウミガメに出会える本ツアーは大変良かったです。
ホノルルは物価も高いわりにおいしいお店が少ないですが、
こちらでいただきました昼食(ハンバーガー)、運動してお腹がすいていたこともあり、ウチの9歳の娘も美味かった、と好評でした!
ハワイの良き思い出となりました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/17 |
Reviewed by: はまねこ
It was cold.
But I was glad to see the sea turtles.
It wasn't the morning tide, but the sea was beautiful,
and I was happy.
I want to go again!
寒かった。
でもウミガメが見れて良かった。
朝潮ではなかったけど海が綺麗で
良かったです。
また行きたいです!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/25 |
Reviewed by: まくぼう
The staff and crew worked wonderfully together to create a pleasant experience for us during the tour. My elderly parents couldn't participate in many activities, but while we were resting on the boat, they pointed out swimming sea turtles and recommended meals, showing great consideration. It became a lifelong memory with my parents.
スタッフ、クルーの皆さんが、ツアーを盛り上げようと素晴らしいチームワークで気持ちの良い時間を過ごさせていただきました。 高齢の両親はあまりアクティビティに参加できませんでしたが、ボートで休んでいるときも、ウミガメが泳いでいることを教えてくださったり、食事を勧めてくださったりと、気配りをしてくださいました。 両親との一生の思い出になりました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/13 |
Reviewed by: MAKI
My first sandbar experience.
I thought it was an unbelievable sight when I saw it on TV, so I joined this tour to see it in person.
Perhaps it wasn't the right season for the sandbar, as there was more seawater than I expected, which was a bit disappointing, but I was very satisfied to swim with sea turtles.
Next time, I want to change the timing and participate again!
初めてのサンドバー。
テレビで見てあり得ない景色だと思い、ナマで見たいと今回のツアーに参加させて頂きました。
サンドバーは時期じゃなかったのか、思ってたより海水が多くちょっと残念でしたが、ウミガメと泳げて大満足です。
次回は時期を変更して、再度参加したいです!
Aloha! Thank you for enjoying your first sandbar experience. The sandbar shows different expressions each time due to various natural conditions. I wonder what kind of sandbar MAKI will encounter next time!!?? We look forward to seeing you again.
アロハ!初サンドバー体験楽しんで頂けてありがとうございました。
様々な自然条件が重なりあってその都度違う表情を見せるサンドバー。果たしてMAKI様は次回はどんなサンドバーに出会えるか!!??
お待ちしております。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/03 |
Reviewed by: やんやん
It was cold, and the water was up to my waist, but I was able to see turtles, and snorkeling was fun. The guides were very friendly, and it was an enjoyable tour. The food was delicious.
It would be better to have an underwater camera (you can either buy a toy camera or borrow a GoPro). Many people had waterproof phone cases.
On the way back, I didn't have much cash and had a bit of trouble with tips... (I was a bit careless since there were tours that didn't require tips).
In October, it was cold, possibly because it was cloudy. It might be a good idea to have a towel and a long-sleeved jacket.
寒くて、腰まで水が浸かりましたが、亀もみれたし、シュノーケリングもたのしかったです。ガイドのみなさんも非常に感じがよくて、楽しいツアーでした。食事もおいしかったです。
水中カメラ的なの(トイカメラを買うかGoproを借りるかできますが)があった方がいいです。(防水用の携帯ケースを持たれてる方がたくさんいました。)
帰り際で、現金があまりなくて、チップに少し困りました…(いらないツアーもあったので油断してました。)
10月で、曇っていたためか寒かったです。タオルと長袖の上着があったほうがいいかもしれません。
Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Also, thank you for sharing various information. As Mr. Yan Yan mentioned, essential items for the tour are a bath towel and a long-sleeved top. Everyone, please remember to bring these regardless of the season when you join us!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーご参加ありがとうございました。そしていろいろと情報シェアありがとうございまる。
やんやん様もおっしゃっていただいたようにツアーの際のマストアイテムはバスタオルと長袖の上着。
皆さ〜ん季節を問わずご参加の際は忘れずに持参されてくださいね。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 午後プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/11 |
Reviewed by: T&C
I had never seen dolphins in Hawaii, so I decided to participate in this tour. We set off early in the morning, heading to the west coast of Oahu, a place I had never been before. The weather was cloudy, but the sea was beautiful.
During the three snorkeling sessions, we tried to find a pod of dolphins in the first and second sessions, and we encountered dolphins in the first session. I was moved to see a pod of dolphins with a baby. In the second session, my husband and I missed the chance to see dolphins because we were late to jump into the water from the boat.
The third session was a visit to a sea turtle habitat. Because we knew the right spots, we quickly encountered three sea turtles. I had seen turtles before in Hanauma Bay and on sandbar tours, but I had never met such large turtles as these. It was fun to swim while being rocked by the waves.
Due to certain circumstances, there was no lunch on the boat, but since the boat was quite rocky, it was a good decision to eat after returning to the port. I think it's better for those who are worried about seasickness to bring motion sickness medication.
Although it was a short time, it was a fun tour where we also challenged ourselves to stand-up paddleboarding on the sea. Additionally, having a Japanese guide accompany us from the shuttle bus to the sea provided a sense of security. If I have the opportunity, I would like to enroll in the manta ray university on the Big Island.
ハワイでイルカを見た事が無かったので参加しました。
早朝から出発し、向かったのは今まで行ったことが無かったオワフ島の西海岸。
天気は曇りでしたが、海は綺麗でした。
計3回のシュノーケリングのうち1回目と2回目はイルカの群れを探してトライしますが、1回目でイルカに遭遇。
赤ちゃん連れのイルカの群れを見れて感動しました。
2回目は船から海に飛び込む順番が遅かったので、私たち夫婦はイルカを見る事が出来ませんでした。
3回目はウミガメの家を見学です。
ポイントを把握されてるせいで直ぐに3匹のウミガメに遭遇。
今までハナウマ湾やサンドバー・ツアーでカメを見た事はありましたが、ここほど大きなカメに出会った事はありませんでした。
一緒に波に揺られながら泳げて楽しかったです。
諸事情で船上ランチはありませんでしたが、船の揺れが多かったので、港に戻ってから食べて正解でした。
船酔いが心配な方は酔い止め薬を持参した方が良いと思います。
短い時間でしたが、海上でのSUPにもチャレンジしたり楽しいツアーでした。
また、日本人のガイドさんが送迎バスから海まで同行してるので安心感もありました。
機会があれば、ハワイ島のマンタ大学にも入学してみたいと思います。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/06 |
Reviewed by: こらちゃん
It was a very memorable day. I was moved to swim in the large, beautiful ocean of Hawaii and encounter many dolphins and sea turtles. I would love to participate again if I come back to Hawaii.
とても記念になる1日になりました。ハワイの大きくて綺麗な海で泳げたこと、そして、たくさんのイルカやウミガメと出会えて感動しました。またハワイに来たら参加さしたいです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 11:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/07 |
Reviewed by: おさる
At the sandbar, we practiced volleyball and snorkeling, and for lunch, we had hamburgers made with meat grilled by the staff. We also saw sea turtles, and the actual snorkeling experience was amazing with so many fish. It was the best tour! No need to worry about language at all! Sunscreen is a must! ☀️☀️☀️ The guide was also a funny person and kept us entertained during the boat ride.
サンドバーにてバレー、シュノーケル練習、お昼はスタッフが焼いてくれたお肉でハンバーガー
ウミガメも見れて、実際のシュノーケリングもたくさんのお魚が見れて最高のツアーでした
言葉の心配も一切必要なし!
日焼け止めは必須です☀️☀️☀️
ガイドさんも面白い方で船の移動中も楽しませてくれました
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/09 |
Reviewed by: グアバジュース
The bus was fully booked for departure. It’s quite popular, after all.
At first, it was difficult to find the sea turtles, but thanks to the guide's advice, I was able to see quite a few once I got the hang of it.
As for the main sandbar, it didn’t appear at all because it was out of sync with the low tide. (Even in shallow areas, the water level was about waist-high.)
Since it’s nature, there’s nothing that can be done about it, but I was a bit disappointed because I had imagined something like the pictures.
バスは満席での出発でした。やはり人気ですね。
ウミガメは最初は探すのが難しかったですが、ガイドさんのアドバイスもあり、慣れれば結構たくさん見ることができました。
メインのサンドバーですが、干潮の時間とズレていたのでサンドバーは全く出現しませんでした。(浅いところでも水位は腰の高さほどありました)
自然のことなので仕方ないですが、イメージ写真のようなものを想像していたので、少しがっかりした面もあります。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/10/31 |
Reviewed by: ザック
I participated in the tour starting at 12:00. The snorkeling lasted about an hour. There were four sea turtles swimming, and I was able to see them up close when they surfaced for air. However, it was disappointing to see someone of Asian descent touching the sea turtles at that time. After that, we cruised for about an hour before returning.
12時からのツアーに参加しました。
シュノーケリングは大体1時間程度で行われました。ウミガメが4匹泳いでおり、息継ぎで浮上した際には間近で見る事が出来ました。ただ、その時にアジア系の人がウミガメに触れており、残念でした。そのあと1時間程度クルージングをして戻る流れです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/07 |
Reviewed by: 神様と女神様
I wanted to swim with wild dolphins, so I participated. On the day of the event, there was a bit of a typhoon influence, and the sea was murky, but I got to see many dolphins and a mother turtle with her baby, which was incredibly fun! The staff were also enjoyable and kind! Thank you very much!
野生のイルカと一緒に泳ぎたいと思い、参加しました。
当日は少し台風の影響もあり、海が濁っていましたが、沢山のイルカと亀の親子にも会えて最高に楽しいかったです!
スタッフの皆さんも楽しくて、親切でした!
ありがとうございました!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/03 |
Reviewed by: tak
After boarding, we quickly found dolphins and were able to swim with them. The dolphins swam around us several times without fear of humans, which was amazing. I was very satisfied to capture videos with an underwater camera.
After enjoying the dolphins, we went to another spot for snorkeling. The water there was murky, and we couldn't see many fish. There were a few fish around the coral, but they were few in number.
In addition to snorkeling, we could also play with inflatables, paddles, and kayaks, but for us, who were mainly focused on the dolphins, these were unnecessary. In fact, I wished we could have spent more time with the dolphins we found.
In conclusion, I thought that since Dolphin University is so active, perhaps activities other than dolphins are unnecessary. However, I was satisfied as we achieved our goal!
乗船後、イルカを探してすぐに見つかり、イルカと一緒に泳ぐことができました。イルカも人間を恐れて逃げるということ無く、私たちの周りを何度も泳いでました。水中カメラで動画も撮れてとても満足です。
イルカを堪能した後に別のポイントへ行きシュノーケルをしました。そちらは海水が濁っておりあまり魚もよく見えませんでした。珊瑚の周りにいくらか魚がいましたが少数でした。
シュノーケル以外にも、浮き輪やパドル、カヤックなどでも遊べましたが、イルカがメインの私たちには不要でした。むしろ、せっかく見つけたイルカともっと一緒にいられる時間が欲しかったです。
結論として、イルカ大学というアクティブなので、イルカ以外は不要なのでは?と思いましたが、目的は果たせたので満足です!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: mhorn
It was supposed to be a guided tour with a Japanese guide, but the bus guide only spoke Japanese for jokes and didn't inform us about when to get off or the order of disembarking, so I almost missed my stop. The boat staff were good, but unfortunately, the weather was bad and it was cold on the ground. It might be better to check the tide times before booking.
日本人ガイド付きとなっていましたが、バスのバスのガイドさんは冗談だけ日本語で帰りは途中で下車し、降りる順番とかも教えてくれなかったので危うく乗り過ごすところでした。船のスタッフさんは良かったですがあいにくの天気で地上は寒かったです。潮の時間を調べて申し込んだ方が良いかもです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/06 |
Reviewed by: T&S
Great trip got to see lots of turtles. The lunch was good and the staff (Mike, Jenner, Ken) were excellent- thank you.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/05 |
Reviewed by: ABCDE
It seems everyone was able to see it, but I couldn't. What a pity!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
皆見れたようでしたが私はダメでした。残念!
Aloha! Unfortunately, no sea turtle watching... What a disappointment! What a disappointment! What a disappointment! What a disappointment! What a disappointment~~!!!! ABCDE! I hope we can take a two-shot photo with a honu next time.
アロハ! ウミガメウオッチならず。。。。残念!残念!残念!残念!残念〜〜〜!!!!
ABCDE様!次回こそはホヌとツーショット写真取れますように。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: Aki
The early morning pickup at 6 AM was a bit tough, but thanks to our guide J's fun stories, I didn't fall asleep in the car, and we arrived at the port in no time.
Since it was the end of September, I was worried about the water temperature, but I was able to rent a wetsuit for $10. The instructions on how to use the snorkeling gear were thorough and easy to understand.
This was my third time on a dolphin swimming tour in Hawaii. Right after we set sail, we encountered about 200 dolphins, and it was over in a flash. The staff also swam with us, which made me feel safe. They also loudly informed us of the direction the dolphin pod was coming from, so we didn't miss anything. Since there were no other boats around, I guess the captain's years of experience helped him find this spot. It seemed that the afternoon tours that day and the next day didn't encounter any dolphins, so we were very lucky.
The snorkeling spot afterward was a place where there were turtles, and I saw more fish than I expected. The staff took a lot of pictures and made an effort to show us marine life, which made it enjoyable. This time, we quickly encountered the dolphins, so we had quite a bit of snorkeling time. It would have been even better if we could have seen more dolphins or had a longer sailing time on the catamaran.
On this dolphin tour, we learned not only about dolphins but also about hula and Hawaiian prayers, making it a very enriching experience.
早朝6時にピックアップで少し辛かったですが、ガイドのJちゃんの楽しいお話で車内で寝てしまう事もなく、あっと言う間に港に着きました。
9月末だったので水温が低いか心配でしたが、$10でウエットスーツを貸し出してもらえました。シュノーケルや等の道具の使い方も丁寧に説明があって分かり易かったです。
ハワイでのイルカと泳ぐツアーは今回が3回目。
今回は出航してすぐに200頭ぐらいのイルカ達会え、あっという間でした。
スタッフさん達も一緒に泳いでくれるので安心です。又、イルカの群れが来ている方向も大きな声で教えてくれるので見逃す事も無かったです。
他のボートが周りにいなかったので、船長さんの長年の経験でこのスポットが分かったのでしょうか。
この日の午後便や次の日の便はイルカ達に会えなかった様で、私達はとても幸運だった様です。
その後のシュノーケルスポットは亀もいる場所で思ったよりも魚が見れました。スタッフの人が沢山写真を撮ってくれたり、海の生き物を見せてくれたり楽しめる様に工夫してくれていました。今回はイルカ達に直ぐに会えたのでシュノーケル時間がかなりありました。もう少しイルカを見たりカタマランでのセーリング時間が長かったらもっと良かったです。
今回のイルカ中学ツアーではイルカの事だけでなくフラやハワイ語でのお祈りなど色々と学べ盛り沢山でした。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/23 |
Reviewed by: ゆーみん
I participated with my sister. I was confident in my physical stamina, so I thought I would be fine, but it was quite tough. Depending on the wave conditions, I think there's a high chance of getting seasick (I took seasickness medication). However, I was able to see several dolphins, which was an incredibly valuable experience! The staff were all cheerful and fun, truly wonderful people. Thank you very much!
妹と参加しました。
体力には自信があったので大丈夫だろうと思ってましたが、かなりきつかったです。
波の状況にもよるのですが、かなりの確率で船酔いすると思います。(船酔いの薬は飲んでました)
でも、何匹もイルカに会うことができてすごく貴重な経験になりました!
スタッフのみなさんも明るく楽しく、本当に良い方ばかりでした。
ありがとうございました!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: amy
Unfortunately, when I went, it was high tide, so I couldn't see the sandbar and the water level was up to my waist, but it was still incredibly beautiful and moving! When I went snorkeling around the coral reef, we were lucky enough to have a sea turtle come close to us, and we were able to swim together very closely! The staff were also great at creating a fun atmosphere, and on the way back, they played the ukulele and sang for us, making it a truly wonderful memory! I want to go again!
残念ながら私が行った時は満潮でサンドバー見れず腰くらいまで水位がありましたが、それでもとってもきれいで感動しました!
サンゴ礁の周りをシュノーケリングした時も、運良く私達の近くにウミガメが来てくれてとっても近くで一緒に泳ぐことができました!スタッフさん達も盛り上げ上手で帰りは船でウクレレ弾きながら歌ってくれたり、最高に素敵な思い出になりましたっ!また行きたいです!
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/20 |
Reviewed by: つじへい
In the early morning, we headed to the port for pickup. The staff talked continuously on the bus, providing various announcements along the way.
At the port, we took care of our restroom needs, but there were few toilets, resulting in a long line for women. However, there are restrooms on the boat, so no worries there.
As soon as we boarded, we sang something like a Hawaiian song and offered plumeria to the sea. We were able to see quite a few dolphins close to the port, and we could even hear their voices, which was very satisfying.
I was also pleased to see many large turtles.
After coming back from the sea, snacks were provided, but it seemed a bit different from what was described. On the way back, many people were tired and sleeping, but we were woken up for a dance that was labeled as hula... it was just regular dancing, not hula at all. I was also surprised that due to a stove malfunction, a chain restaurant's burgers were served. I was like, "Huh? This?"
While I was very satisfied with the many encounters with turtles and dolphins, the rest was a bit lacking, so I rated it as average.
早朝にピックアップで港まで向かいます。
バスの中からスタッフがずーっと喋っています。
途中注意などもあります。
港でお手洗いを済ませますが、トイレが少ないので女性は長蛇の列です。
船の中にもあるのでご安心を。
ハワイ語の歌みたいなものを乗船してすぐに歌い、プルメリアを海にささげます。
イルカは港から近いところにいて、かなりの数を見ることができました。
話し声も聞こえたり大満足。
亀も大型のものが沢山観られて満足でした。
海から上がったらスナックが提供されますが、
ちょっと書いてあるものと違うような・・・。
帰りに結構が数の人が疲れて寝ていますが、途中起こされてフラと書かれていたダンスが・・・
普通に踊りです。フラではないですねぇ。
あとコンロの故障でチェーン店のバーガーが提供されたのには驚きました。
え?これ?という感じで・・・。
亀とイルカに沢山出会えたのは大満足ですが、
そのほかはちょっと・・・ということで平均的な感じにいたしました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/19 |
Reviewed by: いのろここ
This was my fifth time on Oahu. I had previously avoided the typical Japanese-oriented optional tours because I dislike being forced to do things (laughs). However, I wanted to see dolphins in their natural habitat, so I decided to sign up.
The pickup was early in the morning, around 5 AM. I thought there were surprisingly few pickup locations, but I believe adding more stops would only waste time.
I was greeted by energetic staff and we headed to West Oahu, taking about an hour to reach the port of Nanakuli, which is the hometown of former sumo wrestler Konishiki. During the bus ride, the staff kept the energy up with lively conversation, and they also explained some important points along the way.
Once we arrived, we boarded the boat and headed to the dolphin viewing point, which was surprisingly close to the port. Before we got there, we chanted the Hawaiian song "E HO MAI" while offering plumeria flowers to the sea. The lyrics were provided, so it was no problem.
After that, we entered the water at the dolphin point, and it wasn't long before the dolphins appeared. The staff mentioned that it was rare to see so many dolphins swimming beneath us, jumping nearby, and communicating with their squeaks. We were able to see them multiple times!
After the dolphins, we moved to Makaha to observe the honu (sea turtles). That day, we were lucky enough to see seven large honu! After getting back on the boat, we headed home, and finally, snacks and drinks were provided. It’s better to eat breakfast before going, as the drinks offered were just bottled water and small juices, so if you need to stay hydrated, you might want to bring your own.
There was supposed to be hula as mentioned in the itinerary, but it was just a regular dance (laughs). I felt a bit surprised to be woken up for that while many people were tired and sleeping.
Normally, they serve burgers grilled on the boat, but due to a grill malfunction, we were given burgers from a well-known chain on the bus ride back. Honestly, I was a bit taken aback (laughs).
I was very satisfied with the number of dolphins and honu we saw, but I still dislike tours that force everyone to enjoy together, and even though there were unavoidable reasons for the food situation, it felt a bit lacking, so I rated it four stars. There were no issues with communication, as Japanese was spoken fluently.
Additionally, we received an eco bag for participating. It was quite useful in Hawaii, where you have to buy shopping bags, but I thought it was inconvenient that you have to go to the Dolphin University office in Waikiki to pick it up after the tour.
5回目のオアフ島。
今まで避けていたガッチリ日本人向けのオプショナルツアー。
理由は強制的に何かをさせられるから(笑)
苦手なんです。そういうのが。
でも自然のイルカを見てみたい。と思い立ち申し込みました。
ピックアップは早朝。5時台。
ピックアップ場所は案外少ないなと思いましたが、停車場を増やせば無駄に時間がかかるだけなので良いと思います。
元気なスタッフの方に出迎えられ、一時間程かけて西オアフ。
小錦の出身地ナナクリの港へ移動します。
バスの中では到着まで元気トーク。途中で注意事項の説明も行われます。
到着後船に乗り込みポイントまで行きますが、案外港から近いです。
到着前にハワイ語のオリ『E HO MAI』を唱えながらプルメリアの花を海に供えます。
歌詞は配られるので大丈夫です。
その後、イルカのポイントで海に入り、そんなにしないうちにイルカが登場。
スタッフの方も珍しいという程の沢山のイルカが私たちが浮いている下を泳いだり、近くで跳ねたり、ピーピーと会話をしています。
何度も見ることができました!
イルカの後はマカハ沖に移動してホヌ観察。
大型のホヌがその日は7頭も!これもラッキーだったみたいです。
船から上がったら帰路へ。その間にやっとバーとスナックとジュースが提供されますので、朝ごはんは食べて行くのがベターです。
ちなみに提供されるドリンクはペットボトルのお水と小さなジュースだけなので、水分を沢山取られる方が持参が必要かも。
途中、旅程表で書かれていたフラがありましたが・・・
普通にダンスです(笑)
疲れて寝ている人が多い中で起こされてこれ?という感じを受けました。
通常は船上で焼いたバーガーが提供されるようですが今回はコンロの故障のため、帰りのバスの中で某有名チェーンバーガーが提供されました。
正直、え?と思いました・・・(笑)
イルカとホヌは沢山観れたので大変満足ですが、
日本人向けのみんなで楽しみましょう!を強制するツアーがやはり苦手なのと
食の部分がやむ負えない理由があったにせよちょっと貧弱だったので違和感を感じ、星4つにしました。
日本語がバリバリ使えるので困ることはありません。
あと、参加したら頂けるエコバック。
買い物袋を購入しなくてはいけないハワイでは結構活用して便利でしたが、
ツアー参加後にワイキキのイルカ大学事務所へ行かないと頂けないのが不便だと思いました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Scott
This was a great adventure. My wife and I had a wonderful time.
The day started with a bus picking us up from Waikiki to get to Kaneohe Bay. It was short 25 min drive to get there. Once we got off the bus, we headed over to the boat area to join the crew. A tour guide (both Eng and Jpn) was present to walk us through the process the whole time. She walked us through some safety cautions and basic procedures, and the whole crew was very pleasant to be around the whole time.
The boat ride was a few minutes to get to the sandbar. That day, the water was up to our waist. Very refreshing experience to be out in the ocean and have sand to walk on. My wife practiced snorkeling while I walked around, explored, and took pictures. It was a gorgeous sight. Some of the other guests played volleyball in the sand/water, which looked like a lot of fun too.
Soon after, we went back onto the boat and were treated to good ol' barbecue lunch. Cheeseburger, beans, and pineapple. Nothing crazy, but it was nice and filling after an hour of excursion out in the sandbar. We then started traveling to the private reef. During the transit, we were able to witness few turtles and manta rays that swung by to say hi to our boat!
Once we got to the reef, we got basic snorkeling gears and were given about an hour to explore the reef. A little scary at first, but after getting in the ocean, it was a blast. The fishes are not afraid and they come very close to the swimmers. We were lucky enough to catch a turtle while we were swimming too. It was such a beautiful and refreshing experience.
All in all, I definitely recommend the experience to anyone that's visiting Hawaii. For first-timers, it's definitely a beginner friendly experience and you really get a variety of joyous adventures.
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: erittttan
Swimming with dolphins has always been a dream of ours, and we participated as a couple! Even on the bus heading to the ocean, our guide Minako shared fun stories, which helped us shake off the early morning sleepiness and get excited for the dolphin tour (^ ^).
Once we arrived at the ocean, it was time to board the boat! There was a restroom break after getting off the bus, so we could board the boat with peace of mind.
The crew on the boat was all local, truly Hawaiian ♡ They were cheerful and fun people ♩.
We received a briefing on snorkeling equipment and set sail while searching for dolphins!
When we spotted a pod of dolphins, everyone jumped into the water! During our first entry, we got to meet the dolphins!
To ensure everyone could see the dolphins up close, during the second entry, those who hadn’t seen them swam near the guide, and everyone was able to see the dolphins safely!
The boat ride to the site was smooth in the early morning with no waves, but on the way back, the waves picked up, and we got soaked, haha.
Also, the boat rocked quite a bit, and several people felt nauseous.
Motion sickness medication is a must.
The water is incredibly beautiful, far beyond what you can compare to in Waikiki, and it’s truly healing. The guides were all wonderful people, making this the best tour where we could genuinely enjoy ourselves.
イルカと泳ぐことがずっと夢だった夫婦2人で参加しました!
海に向かうバスの中もガイドのミナコさんが楽しいお話をしてくれて、早朝で眠かったけど、テンションあげてイルカツアーに望めました(^ ^)
海について、いよいよ乗船!
バスを降りてからトイレ休憩もあるので、安心して船に乗れました!
船のクルーは、地元の方ばかりで、まさにハワイアン♡陽気で楽しい方ばかりでした♩
船でシュノーケル道具の説明を受け、
イルカを探しながら航海!
イルカの群れを見つけたら、みんなで海へ!
1回目の入水で、イルカに会えました!
全員がイルカを近くで見れるように
2回目の入水の時、見れなかった人は
ガイドの近くで泳ぎ、無事全員イルカを見ることができました!
行きの船は、早朝で波もないためあまり酔いませんが、帰りは、波も高くなり、びしょびしょになります笑
また、船も大きく揺れるため、何人も気持ち悪くなってました。
酔い止めは必須です。
ワイキキの海とは比べ物にならないくらい綺麗で、癒されます。
ガイドの方もみんなが良い方々で、純粋に楽しめる最高のツアーです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニターツアー |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/02 |
Reviewed by: neige
Unfortunately, I didn't check the low tide times, so I couldn't experience the beach. Next time, I want to make sure to do my research before going.
The BBQ lunch meat we had on the boat was very delicious!! I would love to eat it again!
The staff were very kind and it was great.
残念ながら、干潮時間を調べて行かなかったので砂浜を体験することができませんでした。次回はしっかり調べて行きたいと思います。
船上で食べたBBQランチのお肉がとても美味しかったです!!また食べたいと思いました!
スタッフの方はとても親切で良かったです。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/29 |
Reviewed by: kai
I had made a reservation for an early morning tour, confirming that the tide would be low at that time. However, due to some trouble, I couldn't participate in the early tour. Thanks to the quick thinking of VELTRA, I was able to join a later morning tour. Although I couldn't walk on the sandbar, I was satisfied to encounter sea turtles.
午前中の早い時間であれば潮が引いていると確認してその時間に合わせて予約を入れていたのですがトラブルがあり早い時間のツアーに参加できませんでした。ベルトラさんの機転で午前の遅い時間のツアーに参加することが出来ました。サンドバーを歩くことはできませんでしたがウミガメと遭遇でき満足です。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/22 |
Reviewed by: ふなばし
Seven years ago, I wanted to participate in the Dolphin University, but I gave up on joining the tour because I thought there was no guarantee of seeing them in the wild. However, I’m glad I took the plunge and signed up this time.
Saki-chan, Nana-chan, and all the staff worked very hard to ensure that everyone could encounter dolphins. Thank you very much. Thanks to them, I was able to see both dolphins and turtles. The dolphins were adorable, and I had a long time with the turtles, which was very healing.
The staff's constant energy also lifted my spirits and made it fun. Thank you so much. It became a wonderful memory.
7年前にイルカ大学に参加したいと思ったけど、相手は自然なので見れる保証が無いと思いツアー参加は諦めていました。
しかし、この度思い切って申し込みして良かったです。
参加した全員がイルカと遭遇出来る様に、さきちゃん、ななちゃん、スタッフの皆様はとても一生懸命でした。ありがとうございました。
お陰様でイルカも亀も見れました。
イルカも可愛かったし、亀との時間は長くとれてとても癒されました。
スタッフの皆様がずっと元気なのが、こちらもテンションがあがって楽しかったです。
本当にありがとうございました。
記念になりました。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/29 |
Reviewed by: すぅー
The sandbar had water up to my waist to chest due to the tides, but I still enjoyed walking around. It was great to practice snorkeling as well.
For snorkeling, there were many participants, so the instructions were thorough, but the basics were left to the participants, which might not be very enjoyable for those who are inexperienced. When I went snorkeling in other countries, the staff would swim alongside us, so some people might find that aspect disappointing.
サンドバーは潮の関係で腰から胸あたりまで水がありましたが、それでも楽しく歩けました。シュノーケルの練習もできてよかったです。
シュノーケリングは、参加者が多かったせいか、丁寧に説明してくれましたが基本はほったらかしなので、できない人はあまり楽しくないかも。他の国でシュノーケリングをした時は、スタッフがついて泳いでくれたりしたので、人によってはその辺りを残念に思う人もいるかもしれません。
| Rating: | |
|---|---|
| Packages: | BBQハンバーガーランチ付きプラン(2023年3月までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/01 |
Tips and suggestions
Reply from activity provider
An unexpected error has occurred. Please go back to the previous page and try again, or wait a few minutes and try once again.
Aloha! Thank you so much for visiting Heaven's Ocean the other day. I'm glad this tour could become a page of memories with your family. Please come back and visit us again! Mahalo!
アロハ!先日は天国の海にお越しいただいて本当にありがとうございました。
このツアーがご家族との思い出の一ページとなることができて嬉しいです。ぜひ!また遊びにきてくださいね。マハロ!