Reviewed by: まいこ
The weather wasn't very favorable, but we were able to enjoy the activities very much. However, the explanation for snorkeling wasn't very detailed, so I think it might be a bit challenging for first-timers.
天候にはあまり恵まれませんでしたが、とても楽しくアクティビティをすることができました。ただ、シュノーケルの説明はあまり詳しくされなかったので初めての方はたょっと大変かなと思いました。
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/31 |
Reviewed by: chizuru
I was expecting a beach that looked like the one in the photos, but after a one-hour bus ride (and a late pickup) and a 20-minute boat ride, I arrived at just a beautiful sea. The water was only waist-deep, so it felt like I paid a lot of money just to soak in a nice sea. The guide was friendly and had a great attitude, so I gave it two stars, but it was still very disappointing.
写真で見たようなビーチの出現を期待していましたが、バスで1時間(しかもピックアップは遅れ)、船で20分ほどの移動で訪れたのはただの綺麗な海、といった感じでした。深さが腰ほどまであったので高いお金を払って綺麗な海に浸かりにいったようなものでした。ガイドの方は気さくでとても感じがよかったので星は2つにしましたが、その分とても残念でした。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/08 |
Reviewed by: さつき
I joined because I heard I could meet wild dolphins! On the day of the event, while waiting at the designated spot, a bus with a dolphin illustration arrived, and I thought, "This is it!" As I was taking a photo, it turned out to be the Dolphin University bus, and a lady called out to us, "Dolphin Middle School is over here! We're middle schoolers!" (laughs)
That lady talked enthusiastically about Hawaii, dolphins, and important notes for meeting dolphins while we were on the bus! Listening to her talk about dolphins made me feel her love for them, and I was really glad she was our guide (*^^*).
When we arrived at the port, we checked the size of our fins and changed into wetsuits. It costs $10, so I didn't want to force anyone, but they said the seawater is colder than you think, and it would be sad if we couldn't enjoy it because of the cold... So I borrowed one, and I was glad I did! Before getting wet, it was almost too warm, but once we were in the water and during the boat ride, the strong wind would have made it really cold without the wetsuit.
Finally, we set off! I was worried about not seeing any dolphins since they are wild, but we spotted them sooner than expected! It took about 20 minutes, I think. Diving into the sea while recalling what I learned on the bus, I initially felt anxious about snorkeling, but once I put my face in the water, my worries disappeared!
A pod of dolphins was swimming right below me, and they were everywhere, so I was desperately trying to follow them! Even when I thought they had swum away, they would come back from behind, and I was so moved to see so many of them...!
We moved to another spot where there were turtles and tropical fish. I was surprised to see a super huge turtle swimming right nearby!! Behind it were a medium-sized turtle and a tiny turtle! I learned that dolphins are the teachers and turtles are the professors, so my friend and I got excited, saying, "Look, a big professor!" (laughs)
A small turtle came up close enough to touch, and we could see it really up close! It was actually hard not to touch it (laughs). After seeing the turtles, I thought we were done, but when we returned to the boat, the captain called out, "One more time, dolphins!" and took us back to where the dolphins were!
I could feel the captain's desire to let us enjoy as much as possible, and I was really glad I signed up for this tour! (*^^*) The last dolphins were truly abundant, jumping around the boat even before we got in the water! Once we were in, I saw dolphins swimming right below me, and then there were more in front of me, circling around for a long time. It was truly moving! My friend even got to see a dolphin come up right next to her for a breath!
I remembered the lady on the bus saying, "Dolphins communicate with ultrasound, so they can understand our feelings, and miraculous things can really happen! So talk to them a lot and enjoy!" (*^^*)
When we returned to the boat, we were given warm tea and light snacks, including cheese, granola, and spam rice balls! The spam rice balls were so delicious after all that swimming! We also had sweet pineapple for dessert, which was really tasty!
I had such a fulfilling time (*^^*). When we returned to the bus, there was an announcement about purchasing photos. If you buy the data, a URL is sent via email, and you can download it within a month. If you want a USB, you have to go to the office to pick it up, so I think the data option is more convenient! There were many photos that I couldn't have taken myself, so I was glad I purchased them too!
The only disappointing thing was that the lady who talked to us on the way there was replaced by someone else when we departed. Of course, the other person was very nice too, but I regretted not being able to thank her in person and not being able to take a photo together. I think her name was Julie. She was very energetic and full of love for dolphins, sharing lots of trivia about them
野生のイルカに会えると知り参加しました!
当日、指定の場所で待っているとイルカのイラストが書いてあるバスが来たので、あっこれだ!と思い写真を撮っているとイルカ大学のバスだったようで、「イルカ中学はこっちこっち!うちらは中坊だから!」とお姉さんに呼ばれました(笑)
そのお姉さんはバスの中でもハワイのことからイルカのこと、イルカ会うための注意事項などなど、元気いっぱいにたっくさん話してくれました!イルカについて話を聞いているとお姉さんのイルカ愛が伝わってきて、このお姉さんが担当で良かったなと思いました(*^^*)
港についてフィンのサイズを確認し、ウェットスーツに着替えました。$10かかるので強制はしたくないんですが、海水は思ってる以上に冷たいから、着た方がいいよ、寒さのせいで楽しめなかったら悲しいから…と言われ、確かにそうだなと思い借りました。結果借りてよかったです!濡れる前は逆に暑いくらいでしたが、濡れてからは海の中ではもちろん、ボートで移動中すごい風を浴びるので着てなければ寒かったと思います。
いよいよ出発!野生のイルカなので会えなかったらどうしよう……と不安もありましたが、予想以上に早くイルカを発見!20分かかったかな?
バスの中で教えてもらったことを思い出しながら海にダイブ!最初はシュノーケルうまくできるかな?と不安でしたが、海に顔をつけたら不安なくなりました!
真下をイルカの群れが泳いでて、あちこちにいるので追うのに必死でした!でも行っちゃった~と思ってもまた後ろから泳いできてくれたり、たくさん見れて感動……!
場所移動して今度はカメや熱帯魚がいるスポットへ。
超~~でっかいカメがすぐそこを泳いでてびっくり!!その後ろに中くらいのカメとちっちゃいカメもいました!
イルカが先生でカメは教授って教わってたので、友人と大教授だー!と盛り上がりました(笑)
小さい子が触れそうなくらい海面まで上がってきてホントに間近で見れました!むしろ触らないようにするのが大変なくらい(笑)
カメも見たしもう終わりかな~と思いながらボートに戻ると、船長さんが「もう一回、イルカ!」と声をかけてくれてまたイルカのいるところへ連れていってくれました!
時間が許す限り楽しませようという気持ちが伝わってきて、このツアーに申し込んでホントに良かったなと思いました!(*^^*)
最後のイルカはもうホントにたくさんいて、海に入る前からボートの周りをたくさんジャンプして姿を見せてくれました!海に入っても、真下泳いでたと思ったら前にもいるし、真下でぐるぐる回って長い間イルカたちがそばにいてくれて、本当に感動しました!友人はすぐ真横にイルカが上がってきて息継ぎ?するところも見れたそうです!
バスでお姉さんが「イルカは超音波で会話するから、私たちの気持ちも分かってくれるし奇跡みたいなことも本当に起こるから!たくさん話しかけて楽しんで♪」って言ってたのを思い出しました(*^^*)
ボートに戻ると暖かいお茶と軽食をいただきました。チーズとグラノーラとスパムおにぎりも!たくさん泳いだ後のスパムおにぎりとっても美味しかった!デザートにパイナップルもいただきましたが、これが甘くてこれまた美味しかったです!
とっても充実した時間を過ごせました(*^^*)
バスに戻って写真の購入の案内がありました。
データで購入する場合はURLがメールで送られてきて1ヶ月以内にダウンロードする感じでした。USBだと事務所?まで取りに行かないといけないのでデータが便利だと思います!自分では撮れないような写真がたくさんだったので、これも購入してよかったです♪
ひとつだけ残念だったことは、行きのバスの中で話してくれたお姉さんが、何かあったのか出発するときに違う方に代わったことです。もちろん他の方もとても良い方でしたが、最後にお礼を言えなかったことと一緒に写真が撮れなかったことが心残りでした。
お名前ジュリさんって方だったと思います。とても元気でイルカ愛に溢れてて、イルカの豆知識やどうしたらイルカが怖がらないかなどたくさん教えてくれました。フィンはゆっくり大きく水面は蹴らないようになどなど、本当にためになりました!
直接お礼を言えなかったのでこちらで失礼します。
今度参加する機会があればぜひジュリさんと一緒に泳ぎたいです(*^^*)
本当にありがとうございました!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/9/30) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/18 |
Reviewed by: とん5023
The Japanese guide was very attentive and made the experience enjoyable. However, the water level was higher than waist height due to high tide. I recommend going during low tide! It's a good idea to bring a large bath towel and a phone that can be hung around your neck! Also, since changing rooms can get crowded, it's advisable to wear your swimsuit from the start and have an outfit like a dress for quick changes!
日本語のガイドのお姉さんがとても気が利いて楽しめました。ただ、満潮時だったので腰より高い位置に水位がありました。干潮時に行くのがオススメです!大きなバスタオルと携帯を首からかけられるのを持っていくと良いですね!あと着替えが混むので元から水着を着てワンピースなどで早着替えできる格好がおすすめです!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/27 |
Reviewed by: やすさん
I've always wanted to visit Sandbar♡ I went there on my honeymoon. At the start of the tour, it was rainy and cloudy... just when I was feeling anxious, the sky cleared up!!!! I couldn't contain my excitement at the breathtaking scenery that exceeded my expectations☆彡 For those who will be participating, I highly recommend taking the smaller boat♡ You might get splashed by the waves, but you can enjoy lunch without waiting, and you get to see sea turtles and mantas up close!! The mantas were swimming in a circle, feeding on plankton, which is said to be a rare sight. The turtles even came to greet us while we were scuba diving, and I was so happy to swim with them♡ I also learned that it was a filming location for Jurassic Park and Pirates, which added to the excitement♡ If you visit Hawaii, you definitely should check it out♡
以前から行きたかったサンドバー♡
ハネムーンで行かせていただきました。
ツアー始めは雨で曇り...不安に思っていたところで晴天に!!!!
期待以上の光景に興奮が止まりませんでした☆彡
これから参加される方はぜひちっちゃい方の船に乗ることをおすすめします♡
波しぶきで濡れることはありますが、昼食は待たずに食べられるし、海ガメやマンタを間近で見ることができました!!
マンタは群れで円陣を組んでクルクル回りながらプランクトンを食べていました。なかなか見れない珍しい光景との事です。
カメちゃんはスキューバ中にも会いに来てくれて一緒に泳げて幸せー♡
ジュラシックパークやパイレーツのロケ地だということもわかりさらに興奮♡
Hawaiiに来た際にはぜひ行ってみてください♡
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/22 |
Reviewed by: みぃぴょ
I participated in a sandbar tour during my trip to Hawaii last year, and it was so beautiful that I decided to join again this time! I booked the half-day plan, and we were lucky with the weather, allowing us to take lots of great photos! We also got to see turtles up close, which was so much fun! I definitely plan to participate again on my next trip to Hawaii!
去年のハワイ旅行の時もサンドバーツアー参加し、とても綺麗だったので今回も参加させていただきました♡半日プランで予約しましたがお天気にも恵まれいい写真がたくさん撮れました!タートルもすごく近くで見れてとっても楽しかったです!!次のハワイ旅行でも絶対参加しようと思います♡
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/21 |
Reviewed by: イルカ三昧
This was my first tour, and I went with my mother. It was also my first time snorkeling, but the guide explained everything clearly on the bus, so there were no issues at all. Since it was a bit chilly after mid-September, I rented a wetsuit. It cost about $10, but I was glad I did. Luckily, we encountered dolphins as soon as we got into the water. I was amazed to see them up close like that. We also moved to different spots and were able to see dolphins swimming below us. I heard that there might be a law preventing us from getting close to dolphins in the future, which is very disappointing. I would love to participate again if I have the chance.
ツアー初参加で、母と行きました。シュノーケリングも初めてでしたが、バスの中でお兄さんがきちんと説明して下さったので、なんの問題もありませんでした。9月中旬を過ぎていたためか少し肌寒かったので、ウェットスーツを借りました。10ドルほどかかりますが、借りてよかったです。イルカには運良く、海に入ってすぐに会えました。こんなに間近で見られたことに感動しました。その後もポイントを移動して、下の方を泳ぐイルカを見つけられました。もしかしたら法律で、イルカの近くに行けなくなるというお話を聞いたので、とても残念です。機会があったらまた参加したいです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin Junior High! We sincerely look forward to your next participation♪ MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております♪ MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/09/30) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/19 |
Reviewed by: yoko
This was my first time snorkeling, but after seeing the experiences and photos here, I wanted to swim with dolphins and sea turtles, so I decided to participate.
After 6 AM, I got on the shuttle bus to leave Waikiki, feeling a bit dazed due to my low blood pressure and my struggle with mornings. There were about 20 participants, ranging from energetic seniors, mainly young couples, to small children. During the ride to the West Coast, where we could see dolphins, we had a fun lesson about dolphins, learning about their ecology and safety tips in the water.
Upon arrival at the spot, those who wanted to could rent a wetsuit for $10. Almost everyone, both men and women, rented one that day. Given the temperature and water temperature in mid-September, I don't think it would feel particularly cold without one, but wearing it can provide peace of mind for those who are unsure about swimming since it helps you float in the water.
Once we boarded the motorized rubber boat, the guide assigned us seating positions to balance the weight evenly. After that, we put on our fins and masks to check the sizes, and once we were ready, off we went!!
In just about 15 minutes of running, we arrived right next to a pod of dolphins! (It seemed we were quite lucky that day, as there are days when you might not encounter them for about an hour.) Before meeting the dolphins, we all entered the water for a practice swim. Then we approached the pod again by boat and watched the surface closely. When we spotted the black dorsal fins, we finally found the dolphins we had been longing to see! I had hoped to swim at the same level as the dolphins, but with the life jacket and wetsuit making me float, I ended up looking down at the dolphins swimming below me. Still, I was thrilled to see a baby dolphin jump right in front of me; it was so cute!
Next, we moved to a point where we could see sea turtles and beautiful fish. After taking off our life jackets and diving into the water, I was surrounded by colorful fish in shades of yellow and light blue, swirling around me like a treasure chest, which felt incredibly luxurious. I could only see the sea turtles from the boat, but the underwater world I experienced for the first time was amazing.
Lastly, regarding photos, you can purchase those taken by the accompanying photographer for $50. It includes not only shots of the participants and underwater scenes but also a collection of past best shots featuring the adorable dolphins and sea turtles. Although it’s a bit pricey, you’re guaranteed to get better photos than if you took them yourself.
The cheerful staff provided detailed support, making it a tour that can be enjoyed by both adults and children, so I highly recommend it.
シュノーケリングは初めてでしたが、こちらの体験談や写真を見てイルカやウミガメと一緒に
泳いでみたくて参加しました。
朝6時過ぎ、低血圧でとにかく朝が苦手なのでボーっとしながら迎えのバスに乗り込みワイキキを出発。参加者は20名程度でしたが、若いご夫婦を中心に元気いっぱいのシニアの方々から小さなお子さんまで様々でした。
イルカが見られるウエストコーストへ向かう車内ではイルカに関する授業が行われ、イルカの生態や海の中での注意事項まで楽しく学べます。
ポイントへ到着すると、希望者は10$でウエットスーツを借りられます。この日は男女共ほぼ全員が借りていました。9月中旬のこの日の気温・水温では、なくても特別寒さは感じないと思いますが、着ると水中で体が勝手に浮くので泳ぎが不安な方は着ておくと安心でしょう。
エンジン付きのゴムボートに乗り込むと、ガイドさんによりボートの上で体重が均等になるよう座る位置を振り分けられます。その後、フィンやマスクを装着してサイズを確認し、準備が整ったらいざ出発!!
そして走ることわずか15分ほどでイルカの群れがいるすぐそばまで到着!(この日はかなりラッキーだったようで、1時間ぐらい出会えない日もあるとのこと)
まずイルカと対面する前に一度全員で海に入り、泳ぎの練習を行います。
そこから再度ボートで群れに近づき、水面をじっと見守ります。
黒い背びれが見えたらついに念願のイルカ発見!!
イルカと同じ目線で泳げることを期待していましたが、ライフジャケットとウエットスーツで身体が浮いてしまうので、実際は群れになって泳ぐイルカたちを上から見下ろすような格好になります。それでも、小さな赤ちゃんイルカが目の前でくるんとジャンプする瞬間が見れ、その可愛さにキュンとしました☆
そこから今度はウミガメやきれいな魚たちが見られるポイントへ移動。
ライフジャケットを脱いで水の中へ潜ると、黄色や淡いブルーなど色とりどりの魚たちが自分の周りをグルグルと行き交ってる様子がまるで宝石箱のようで最高に贅沢な気分でした☆☆
肝心のウミガメはボートの上からしか見られませんでしたが、初めて見る海の中の世界は素晴らしいものでした。
最後に写真についてですが、同行するカメラマンが取ってくれたものを50$で購入することが出来ます。参加メンバーや水中の様子はもちろん、イルカやウミガメのかわいい姿が見られる
過去のベストショット集までついているので、値は張りますが自分で撮るより確実にいい写真が
手に入ります。
明るいスタッフの方々がきめ細かくサポートしてくださり、大人から子供まで幅広く楽しめるツアーですので、ぜひおすすめします。
ALOHA!! Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin Middle School! We sincerely look forward to your next participation♪ MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております♪ MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/9/30) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/15 |
Reviewed by: ジュリ
The water clarity was so-so. You could somewhat see the ocean floor, but not clearly. There were some larger tropical fish, but don't expect too much. However, a sea turtle appeared right in front of me, which was an experience I hadn't had in previous snorkeling trips. I recommend this for those who want to see sea turtles. The location for check-in was a bit hard to find, and the staff member who guided us spoke only English, which made it a bit confusing. That's why I gave this rating, but if you're not concerned about these aspects and just want to see sea turtles, it's a good option.
水の透明度は、まーまーでした。海の底は何とか見えたり見えなかったりです。熱帯魚は大きめな魚がチヤホヤ程度で、期待はしてはいけませんが、ウミガメが目の前に現れました。これは今までのシュノーケリングには無かった経験でした。ウミガメを見たい方はお薦めです。受付の場所が分かりにくいのと、受付の案内をするお兄さんが英語のみで、わかりにくかったので、この評価にしましたが、この辺りを気にせずウミガメを見たい場合は手頃です。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/15 |
Reviewed by: SHU
When we left the hotel, it was raining quite heavily, and I was worried, but by the time we arrived at the port, it was clear skies!! The one-hour journey to the port flew by thanks to our guide's stories. I was a bit anxious because we couldn't find the dolphin teacher for a while, but in the end, we managed to encounter it, and then the turtle professor also appeared, which was great. I definitely want to participate again next time.
ホテルを出るときはかなり雨が降っていて心配でしたが、港に着くころには快晴!!
港までの1時間もガイドさんの話であっというまでした。
イルカ先生がなかなか見つからず焦りましたが、最後にはなんとか遭遇でき、そのあとにはウミガメ教授も現れて良かったです。是非次回も参加したいです。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We sincerely look forward to your next participation. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております♪ MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/09/30) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/16 |
Reviewed by: Meg
Unfortunately, on the day I arrived with my booking we were turned away, even though I had a printed booking for the trip and reference number. The Catamaran company had not had confirmation from Veltra sent through. They could have called to check but they did not seem interested in doing so. To be turned away was was embarrassing and disappointing as this was a birthday treat for that particular day.
We called Veltra and they did apologise for the misunderstanding and booked us on the next day. We had no issues the next day and I must say had a wonderful time. It was just lucky we had another free day.
Warm Aloha Meg,
Thank you for booking with us! We sincerely apologize that you were turned away at the check in location on the date your were scheduled. It was a mix up that could have easily been rectified at the time of check in. We were glad that you were able to do this on the following day and had a memorable time.
We look forward to your next visit to Hawaii!
Mahalo Nui Loa,
VELTRA Customer Support
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| Packages: | Mid-Morning Lunch Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/12 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き♪
Unfortunately, I ended up waist-deep in the sea, but I had a great time taking photos, playing volleyball, and snorkeling. I was also able to see turtles from the boat. The crew members were all fun, and the hamburgers grilled on the water were delicious! I would love to participate again!
残念ながら腰当たりまで海に浸かってしまったが
写真を撮ったり、バレーをしたり、シュノーケルをしたり
楽しい時間を過ごせました。
船上の上から亀も見れました。
クルーの方が楽しい方ばかりで、また、海の上で焼いたハンバーガーもおいしかった!
また参加したいです!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/09/03 |
Reviewed by: Jongmin Lee
I enjoyed this activity with my wife. I remember
fantastic views under the sea, there were beautiful fishes and turtle. We did snorkel during waiting for undersea bicycling. Thank you for giving us great memory.
Aloha Jongmin,
We are glad to hear that you had a good time on our submarine scooters and enjoyed the beautiful fish and Hawaiian Sea Turtle. We enjoyed meeting you and hope to see you again in the future.. Mahalo and have a wonderful day!
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/12 |
Reviewed by: Matako
The weather wasn't very good, the water was cold, and due to the tides, the sandy beach that you see in pictures was completely invisible. However, I was able to have an experience that I normally wouldn't get to have. It was a strange feeling to be standing in the middle of the ocean.
On the way to the sandbar, I was thrilled to see sea turtles and manta rays.
Also, the breakfast sandwich was simple but very delicious.
Even if you don't go snorkeling, you can enjoy playing in the water near the boat without getting soaked, so you can have fun even if you're not confident in your swimming skills.
あまり天気が良くなく、水も冷たく、干満の関係で写真で見るような砂浜もまったく見えない状態でしたが、普段、できないような体験ができました。海の真ん中に立っている不思議な感覚です。
サンドバーに着くまでには、ウミガメやマンタが見られ、感激でした。
また、朝食のサンドウィッチもシンプルですが、とてもおいしかったです。
シュノーケリングをしなくても、船の近くでずぶぬれにならずに水遊びができるので、泳ぎに自信がなくても楽しめます。
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2015/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Paula
Great crew. Beautiful day. Beautiful catamaran! Wish I could've done the Sunset Cruise as well.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/16 |
Reviewed by: 201609
I checked the tide levels when I signed up, so I knew that the sandbar would have water at least up to my knees on certain days, but the snorkeling experience was terrible.
We departed with over 60 people on a large bus, and the number increased even more at the location. With that many people, we were just taken in a line around a designated course and that was it. The snorkeling time was about 5 minutes? It felt more like a swimming lesson for kids. It would have been better not to do it at all.
The guide and crew had a good vibe and took photos and provided services, but the tour program itself was just too awful. I do not recommend it.
申し込む時点で潮位を調べてたので、サンドバーは少なくとも膝上くらいまでは水が出ある日、ということは分かってたけどシュノーケリングがひどかった。
大型バスに60名以上で出発し、現地でさらに人数が増える。その人数で、一列になって決められたコースをぐるっと回らされて終わり。シュノーケリング時間は5分くらい?子どもの水泳訓練か何かですか?という感じ。これならやらない方がマシだった。
ガイドさんやクルーのノリは良いし、写真を撮ったりサービスしてくれるけどツアープログラム自体がひどすぎる。お勧めしません。
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| Packages: | 軽食付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/15 |
Reviewed by: かすみ
This was our first time participating in Dolphin University as a pair. Since we were on the first bus, it was really early in the morning, but the staff member kept everyone energized, so I wasn't sleepy at all! I also learned a lot of interesting facts about dolphins.
When we arrived at the port and boarded the boat, we spotted dolphins in about five minutes!!! Around 20 dolphins were right in front of us! After that, we returned to the boat to relax, and then we saw another group of dolphins! This time, we even got to see a baby dolphin swimming along, and we were thrilled to witness dolphin jumps live! Later, we encountered three sea turtles, and I was constantly amazed throughout the trip!
We also had a packed schedule with canoeing, paddle surfing, a jumping contest from the boat, and a hula dance with all the participants! The pineapple and cheeseburger we had on the boat were really delicious. I was quite anxious about whether we would actually see dolphins before going, but it turned out to be an incredibly satisfying tour. Oh, for those who are worried about seasickness, I definitely recommend taking motion sickness medication beforehand (there were participants who got sick...). Also, a professional photographer took a lot of pictures during the tour, and I think it's definitely worth buying those photos! They were taken beautifully!
Next time I go to Hawaii, I absolutely want to participate again!
今回初めてイルカ大学に2人で参加しました。第1便だったので朝はすごく早かったのですがバスの中ではお姉さんがハイテンションでみんなを盛り上げてくれたので全く眠くなかったです! イルカの豆知識もたくさん知ることができました。
いざ港に着き、船に乗り込むと5分くらいでイルカさんたちを発見!!!20頭くらいのイルカが私たちの目の前に!その後いったん船に戻りゆっくりしているとまた次のイルカの群れが!今度は赤ちゃんイルカも一緒に泳いでいるのも見れ、さらに生でドルフィンジャンプも見れて感動!そのあとは3匹の海亀さんにも出会え終始感動しっぱなしでした!
あとはカヌーやらパドルサーフィン、船からのジャンプ大会、参加者全員でのフラダンスと盛りだくさんの内容です!船の中で食べたパイナップルやチーズバーガーは本当においしかったです。行く前は本当にイルカに会えるか不安でしたが本当に大大大満足のツアーでした。あ、船酔いが心配な人は事前に必ず酔い止めを飲むのをオススメします。(参加者の中にもリバースしている人がいたので…)あとプロのカメラマンさんがツアー中にたくさん写真を撮ってくれるのですがその写真は絶対に買ったほうがいいと思います!ものすごく綺麗に撮ってくれます!
次ハワイに行く際はまた絶対に参加したいと思います!
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin University! We sincerely look forward to your next participation. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加頂きありがとうございました! またのご参加を心よりお待ちしております♪ MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/15 |
Reviewed by: amiiiigo
This was my first time using the service! We participated as a couple because we could swim with dolphins while snorkeling. We got on the shuttle from the Sheraton early in the morning, and it felt like the one-hour ride flew by while listening to the fun stories from our tour guide. Once we boarded the boat, we headed to the spot where the dolphins were. Since dolphins move quickly, we jumped into the water as soon as we arrived. I was amazed to see several dolphins swimming just below me!
After that, we moved to another dolphin spot, but we weren't able to see any dolphins the second time. In total, we only went to the dolphin spot twice. Next, we moved to a spot with sea turtles. They were small, but we were able to see them while snorkeling. We also did kayaking and paddle surfing. When we participated, we had enough time for kayaking, but I heard that sometimes if the schedule is tight, those activities might not be available.
今回初めて利用しました!
シュノーケリングでイルカと泳ぐことができるということで、夫婦2人で参加させていただきました。朝早くにシェラトンからの送迎車に乗り込み楽しいツアーのお兄さんの話を聞きながら向かったので片道1時間位があっという間でした。そして船に乗り込みイルカのいるスポットまで向かいました。イルカはすぐに移動してしまう為、着いたらすぐに海に入ります。
そして自分が泳いでいるすぐ下にイルカが何匹か泳いでいました。こんな間近でイルカを見ることができて感動しました!
その後も、またイルカスポットまで移動しましたが2回目は見れませんでした。
結局、イルカスポットへは2回しか行きませんでした。
次に海亀のいるスポットまで移動しました。小さかったですが、泳いでいる海亀をシュノーケリングしながら見ることが出来ました。
そして、カヤックやパドルサーフィンなどもしました。私達が参加した時は時間があったのでカヤックなど出来ましたが、その時によって時間がおしていたら出来ない時もあるそうです。
Aloha, amiiiigo!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin University.
And congratulations on your graduation from the prestigious Dolphin University!
I'm glad you were able to see both dolphins and sea turtles, and that the weather was stable enough for marine activities!
Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii! All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Mahalo, Dolphin Office.
ALOHA☆ amiiiigo様
この度はイルカ大学へのご参加ありがとうございました。
そして、名門イルカ大学ご卒業おめでとうございます!!
イルカとウミガメどちらも見られて、お天気も安定していてマリンアクティビティもできたようで良かったです!
またハワイへお越しの際はぜひご参加ください!スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
MAHALO☆イルカオフィス
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆/おすすめプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the morning session. I chose a date that would allow me to go to the sandbar around low tide, but the water level was about knee-deep. Moreover, it was the day before a hurricane approached, so the weather wasn't great, but the sea turtles seemed accustomed to people and came to play near the anchored boats, swimming close enough that it felt like they might bump into us. I didn't have high expectations for the food since it was just light snacks, but it was delicious. The snorkeling was enjoyable and at a manageable distance. I don't think it's necessary to buy and bring reef shoes. It's better to assume there are no changing rooms. I also think it's considerate that you can download one group photo for free.
午前の部に参加しました。なるべくサンドバーに行く時間が干潮になるような日付を選びましたが、潮位は膝下ぐらいでした。しかもハリケーン接近の前日でだったのでお天気はいまいちでしたが海亀さんは人に慣れているのか停泊中のボート付近に遊びに来てくれて向こうからぶつかってきそうな所で泳いでくれました。食事も軽食とあったので期待はしていませんでしたが美味しかったです。シュノーケルも無理ない距離で楽しく出来ました。リーフシューズは買って持っていくまでもないと思います。更衣室はないと思った方が良いです。集合写真を1枚だけ無料ダウンロード出来るのも良心的だと思います。
Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea tour. I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed it. I hope you were able to meet the honu and take home lots of happiness!
Please note that there are no changing rooms or lockers during the tour. Participants should come wearing their swimsuits from their rooms and will return to the hotel in their swimsuits as well. Even if you don't plan to participate in snorkeling, you will need to get into the water when visiting the sandbar, so please make sure to wear clothes that can get wet.
We look forward to welcoming you back for another adventure in Paradise of the Sea. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂きありがとうございます。
楽しんで頂けたようで本当に嬉しいです。ホヌ達にも会えてたくさ〜んのHappyをお持ち帰り出来ましたのでは?
ツアーの際更衣室、ロッカーなどはありません。ツアー参加の際はお部屋から水着着用で参加、帰りも水着のままでホテル迄戻って頂く事になります。シュノーケルに参加されない予定でも、サンドバーに行かれる際は海に入って頂かないと行けませんので、必ず濡れても構わない服装でご参加下さいね。
天国の海、再チャレンジお待ちしております。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/02 |
Reviewed by: わたまま
I went to Hawaii to celebrate my mother's 77th birthday. About ten years ago, when we came together, my mother also went into the ocean, but I was wondering if she would this time. To my delight, the beautiful sea encouraged her to join in, and she was very happy. She says she wants to go again while she's still healthy. The guide was also kind and had interesting stories to share.
母の喜寿のお祝いに行ったハワイでした。10年位前に一緒に来た時には母も海に入りましたが、今回はどうかなぁと思っていたところ、あまりのきれいな海に母も一緒に海に入って喜んでいました。元気なうちにもう一度行きたいと言っています。案内の女性の方も親切でお話も面白かったです。
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/12 |
Reviewed by: kokko
After reading various experiences, I was worried that it might be quite intense, but I decided to participate. However, on the day of the event, the sky was clear, there was no wind, and the waves were calm—perfect conditions. Apparently, it was a great day for beginners. I’m so glad! Thanks to that, I was able to comfortably splash around in the sea. I believe there was a lot of consideration from the tour staff behind that. Thank you very much.
体験談をいろいろ見せていただくと、かなりハードな内容かもしれないと心配しながら参加することにしました。しかし、当日は、空は晴れ渡り、風もなく、波は無く、絶好のコンディションでした。何でも、初心者向け日和だったとか。よかった~。お陰様で余裕で海の中をぽちゃぽちゃすることができました。その陰にはツァーの方々のご配慮がいっぱいあったと思います。ありがとうございました。
ALOHA!! Thank you for participating in Dolphin Middle School this time. We hope you will come back to re-enroll in Dolphin Middle School and University. MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ中学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。 また是非イルカ中学・大学に再入学しにきてくださいね。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/9/30) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/18 |
Reviewed by: ぽっくる
Guide Takao, photographer Maeda, and Captain Mr. Don were all very friendly, making for a fun experience. During the car rides and while on the boat, they taught us various things about dolphins and the local area, which was easy to understand. They even prepared warm tea, fruits, and rice balls, which was truly attentive service. The wetsuits are available for rent for a fee, but I recommend borrowing one.
ガイドのタカオさん、カメラマンのマエダさん、船長のMr.ドンさん皆さんがとてもフレンドリーで楽しい思い出となりました。車の移動中、船での移動中に色々とイルカのことや現地のことを教えていただき分かり易かったです。温かいお茶やフルーツ、オニギリまで用意してくださり、まさに至れり尽くせりでした。ウエットスーツは有料ですが、借りることをオススメします。
Thank you for participating in the Dolphin Junior High event. It seems like it was a fun tour, and I believe it's because the Dolphin Junior High students were so enthusiastic. We hope you will join us again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
この度はイルカ中学ご参加いただきありがとうございました。楽しいツアーになったようで、イルカ中学生の皆さんが盛り上がってくださったからだと思います。また、ぜひご参加くださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/9/30) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/07 |
Reviewed by: mayu
Unfortunately, due to the rain, we couldn't fully enjoy the beautiful emerald blue sea, but we had a great time with the sandbar, turtle watching, and snorkeling. The BBQ lunch was very delicious. The guide, as well as the captain and crew, were friendly and very kind. I would like to participate again when the weather is nice. (The weather is always a matter of luck on the day...)
あいにくの雨で、美しいエメラルドブルーの海を満喫という訳にはいきませんでしたが、サンドバーとウミガメウォッチング、スノーケルを楽しみました。
BBQランチ、とても美味しかったです。ガイドさんをはじめ、船長やクルーもフレンドリーでとても優しく親切でした。今度は良い天気の時に参加したいです。(天候ばかりは当日の運ですが…)
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/30 |
Reviewed by: kotone
We chose Dolphin University for our family trip with three generations, ranging from 6 to 61 years old. This was my number one activity for the trip, and everyone was moved by the experience! The staff were really kind and funny, and we had a great time. We saw plenty of dolphins and sea turtles, and we were very satisfied. They also took a lot of photos, so we have wonderful memories. Choosing Dolphin University from various dolphin tours was definitely the right decision. I would love to go again next time!
親子3世代、6歳から61歳までの家族旅行でのアクティビティでイルカ大学さんを選びました。
私が今回の旅行でしたい事のナンバー1だったのですが、皆を連れて行って全員が感動してくれました♪
スタッフの皆さんは本当に優しくて面白くて、凄く楽しませて頂きました☆
イルカも海ガメも沢山見られたし、大満足でした。
写真も沢山撮ってくれていたので、良い思い出が残りました。
色んなイルカツアーからイルカ大学さん選んで大正解でした。
次もまた行かせて頂きたいです(^_^)
ALOHA!! Thank you for enrolling at Dolphin University! We are glad to have created wonderful memories for your family's trip to Hawaii. Please join us again! MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご入学いただきありがとうございました! ご家族のハワイ旅行に良い思い出を残すことが出来、何よりです。 また是非ご参加くださいね! MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/09/30) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/09/02 |
Reviewed by: takayan
Due to the approaching hurricane, the waves were high and the visibility was poor. Haha. I was looking forward to turtle watching, but it seems the turtles evacuated as well, so I couldn't see them... Well, it's a natural phenomenon, so it can't be helped! The hamburger for lunch was delicious!
ハリケーン接近の為、波が高く透明度も悪かった〜。笑 海ガメウォッチングも楽しみにしてたけどカメも避難したらしく見れず… まあ、自然現象なので、仕方ない!ランチのハンバーガーは、美味しかったー!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/31 |
Reviewed by: SAWADA
The weather wasn't great, but I was satisfied to meet a lot of dolphins. The staff were all very kind, and I had a lot of fun. What was disappointing was that I forgot to film the dolphins and that we couldn't go to the usual snorkeling spot because of the bad weather. Thank you, Natsumi and Juli, for your help. I would like to participate again.
天気はいまひとつでしたが、たくさんのイルカに会えて満足でした。
スタッフはみなさん親切で、とても楽しかったです。
残念だったのは、イルカを動画で撮り忘れたのと、天気が悪くて
いつものシュノーケルポイントに行けなかったこと、ですね。
ナツミさん、ジュリさん、お世話になりました。
また、参加したいです。
ALOHA!! Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin University. We sincerely look forward to your next visit (may it be beautifully sunny when you come again!). MAHALO!!
ALOHA!! この度はイルカ大学にご参加いただきありがとうございました。 またのお越しを心よりお待ちしております(次回ご参加される時は綺麗に晴れていますように!)。 MAHALO!!
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン(~2016/09/30) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/24 |
Reviewed by: Luis garcia
Workers there need better customer service the experience was amazing just the workers there could be more friendly. The driver was the only one with a great attitude.
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/31 |
Reviewed by: きゃべつ
We are a couple in our 50s, participating with our 4th-year university daughter. We were unsure about the morning program, but this plan turned out to be the right choice. The sandbar was beautiful, but there weren't many fish while snorkeling, so it felt a bit lacking. However, the snorkeling after moving to the coral reef was absolutely satisfying. We experienced schools of fish and saw a turtle up close in the water, which was an unforgettable experience. The hamburgers for lunch were delicious, and I want to thank the man who entertained us on the bus and Yuki, who was very attentive on the boat. My wife and daughter were also very satisfied!
54歳同士の夫婦、大学4年生の娘と3人で参加。午前中のプログラムと迷いましたが、このプランで正解。サンドバーは綺麗でしたが、シュノーケリングしても魚もいないので、こんなものかなぁと。その後の、珊瑚棚に移動してからのシュノーケリングが大満足。魚の群れ入るは、海の中でホヌが至近で見られるは、これまでに無い経験。ランチのハンバーガーも美味しかったし、行きのバスを盛り上げてくれたおじさん、船でいろいろと気を使ってくれたユキさん、ありがとうございました。かみさんも娘も大満足でした!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Sara
We had a great time and it's definitely worthwhile to check out the Sandbar. The water is just beautiful and great snorkelling too. Lunch was also very decent. We had hamburger and pineapples and tortilla chips on the side. The only thing that bothered us was that the Captain kept on assuming we are Japanese and that we don't speak English (given that there are a lot of Japanese tourists on the boat). He repeatedly tried to communicate with us in very broken Japanese. We look Asian, but we are Canadian and we don't understand Japanese. I always reply him in English but he keeps forgetting that we speak English. Maybe he thinks we all look the same. He loved making conversations in English with Caucasian guests, called out the non-Asian names on his list of guests, and ask them where they were from, whether they were celebrating an occasion, but made no effort to talk to us the same way. The translator, think his name was Freddie, initially assumed we were Japanese too but caught on right away that we are English speakers which was great. Other staff were very nice and helpful. Overall we did have a great time and I would recommend this, only the Captain frustrated us a little.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/29 |
Reviewed by: ひーさん
The sandbar was deeper than I expected, which surprised me! I've heard that the beach appears only during certain times. Snorkeling was so much fun! There wasn't much explanation on how to use the snorkeling gear, so I almost felt like I was going to drown until I got the hang of it (laughs). We saw beautiful corals, fish, and sea turtles. I went with my family and husband, and we all had a great time!
サンドバー、思ったより深くてびっくり!!砂浜が現れるのは時期があるそうです。シュノーケルすごく楽しかった!シュノーケルの使い方の説明があまりないので、コツを掴むまで溺れそうになったけど(笑)きれいなサンゴ、魚、ウミガメ見れました家族と旦那と行きましたが、みんなで盛り上がりました!
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| Packages: | 【2016年12月31日まで】BBQランチ付きプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2016/08/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/08/27 |
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ALOHA!
Thank you for participating in the tour.
Please join us again when you come to Hawaii! Also, come swim with Julie again!
We are looking forward to it!!!
MAHALO!
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