Reviewed by: K&H
Hawaii was our first time for both of us, and my husband made a reservation for the sandbar online. Since it was the rainy season, we were worried about the weather, but with the beautiful scenery, the staff who accompanied us were fun, we enjoyed delicious cheeseburgers, saw turtles popping their heads up, and went snorkeling. It was the best! I want to create another opportunity to go to Hawaii and experience the sandbar again.
Hawaiiは、2人とも初めてで、サンドバーも旦那がネットで見て予約しました★
雨期なので、天気が心配でしたが、きれいな景色と共に、一緒に同行のスタッフさんも楽しくて、美味しいチーズバーガーも食べたり、亀も顔を出してくれたり、シュノーケリングもしたり、最高でした(^-^)(^-^)
また、Hawaiiに行く機会を作ってサンドバー体験をしたいです◎
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/21 |
Reviewed by: イルカsisters
During my first trip to Hawaii, I wanted to do some activities before heading back, and I found Dolphin School. Since we could see wild dolphins and sea turtles, we signed up without hesitation. Once we arrived in Hawaii, the hotel contacted us, and we received a confirmation call on the morning of the tour, with reliable pick-up and drop-off services. Since this was a personally booked activity rather than a tour option, I was a bit anxious about what to expect, but I was honestly surprised by the exceptional service provided by the Japanese staff.
On the day of the activity, it was a bit windy, but relatively warm and sunny, allowing us to proceed with our planned activities. Thanks to the instructors' careful guidance and the warm consideration of the boat staff, even as complete beginners, we felt safe entering the water and swimming with fins and masks. At first, the dolphins were elusive, and we searched around by boat. (However, because of that, we were able to see whales multiple times!) We changed locations and discovered some adorable sea turtles. During this time, the captain communicated with other boats, and when information about dolphins came in, we moved to that location. As the end time approached and everyone was starting to lose hope, we received information that dolphins were nearby, so we moved the boat and entered the water to search. Then… while swimming underwater with the instructor leading us, we spotted a pod of dolphins below us!!! We swam alongside them, watched dolphins approaching us, and observed them up close as they surfaced—an experience we could never have in Japan!
Although finding the dolphins was challenging that day, they extended our time on the boat by about 15 minutes, allowing us to experience such emotions in nature, resulting in the best activity ever. I am truly grateful to everyone at Dolphin School. They also ensured we were safely returned to our hotel and sent us photos and emails the same day, making me feel throughout the experience that "choosing Dolphin School was the right decision." Thank you for a lifetime of memories! I believe it made for a wonderful trip to Hawaii!! I want to swim with dolphins again!!!
初めてのハワイで何かアクティビティをして帰りたいと思い、探していたところイルカ中学を見つけました。野生のイルカ&ウミガメを見られるということで、私たちは迷わず申し込みました。ハワイに着いたらホテルに連絡があり、当日の朝も確認の電話が入り、送り迎えもしっかりしてくれました。ツアーのオプションでなく、個人的に申し込んだアクティビティだったので、どんなものなのか少し不安もありましたが、日本人スタッフによる期待以上のサービスに正直驚きました。
当日は少し風が強かったものの、比較的暖かく晴れており、予定通りの活動が出来ました。そして、インストラクターの丁寧な指導や乗船スタッフのあたたかい心遣いで、足ヒレをつけるのもマスク・シュノーケルを装着するのも全く初心者であった私たちでも安心して海に入り泳ぐことができました!!最初はイルカがなかなか出てきてくれず、ボートで探し回りました。(しかしそのおかげでクジラは何回も見ることが出来ましたが♪)場所を変え、かわいいウミガメは発見できました。その間も船長さんが他の船と連絡を取り合い、イルカの情報が入るとそこへ移動してくれました。終了の時間も迫り、みんな諦めモードになっていたそのとき、イルカがいるという情報が入ったので近くの場所までボートを動かし、海に入って探しました。すると…インストラクターの先生にリードしてもらいながら海の中を泳いでいたら、下のほうにイルカの群れを見つけることが出来たのです!!!一緒に泳いで、群れをはずれて近づいてくるイルカを見たり、水面から出るイルカたちを間近で見たり、日本では経験できないような体験をさせてもらいました!
この日は、イルカ探しが難航しましたが、予定より乗船時間を15分ほど延長してくれて、自然の中でこんな感動を味わわせてくれて、結果的に最高のアクティビティでした。イルカ中学の皆さんには本当に感謝です。帰りもホテルまでしっかり送り届けてもらい、その日のうちに写真やメールを届けてくれ、最初から最後まで「イルカ中学にして良かった」という気持ちにさせてくれる内容でした☆★一生の思い出をありがとうございました。おかげで素晴らしいハワイ旅行になったと思います!!またイルカと泳ぎたいです!!!
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| Packages: | ☆会員様限定モニターツアー☆ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/16 |
Reviewed by: kimi
At low tide, the sandbar is completely exposed, but at high tide, the water reaches about thigh-deep. First, we went to the sandbar, and I was quite disappointed because there was a lot of water. However, after seeing sea turtles and snorkeling, we passed by again, and the sandbar was visible. They don't change the order of the activities... I guess there are also considerations with other boats, so you need to check the tide schedule yourself when making a reservation. Overall, though, I was able to see many sea turtles, and snorkeling was fun as I swam with lots of fish.
サンドバーは、引き潮の時は完全に砂浜が出てきますが、満ち潮だと太ももくらいまで水があります。まず最初にサンドバーに行き、かなり水が多くてがっくりしていたら、その後ウミガメを見たり、シュノーケルした後に通ったら、砂浜が見えてました。順序を変えてはくれないんですね…。他の船との兼ね合いもあるのでしょうから、申し込む時点で、自分で干満を調べておかなきゃいけないという事ですね。でも全体としては、たくさんのウミガメを見れたし、シュノーケルもたくさんの魚と泳げて楽しかったです。
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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: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/28 |
Reviewed by: D&M
We were blessed with great weather and were able to see a beautiful sandbar. Additionally, during the snorkeling, we had the rare experience of seeing turtles and corals up close. In the free time that followed, we enjoyed activities like kayaking and paddleboarding, making for a fulfilling time.
天候に恵まれ、とっても綺麗なサンド・バーを見ることができました。
また、その後のシュノーケリングでは亀やサンゴを間近で見ることができ、とても貴重な体験でした。
その後の空き時間ではカヤックやパドルボードなどで遊ぶことができ、充実した時間を過ごすことができました。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/17 |
Reviewed by: ベジー・サンドウィッチ
Previously, when I went snorkeling in Ko Olina with a major travel agency's optional tour, I was very disappointed because I hardly saw any sea turtles or fish. However, on this Heaven's Ocean tour, I was really happy to see many sea turtles and beautiful fish. It seemed like we arrived at the sandbar a little early, but we were able to sit together as a family on the water and take photos.
I thought the guide, Izumi, did a great job explaining the dangers of snorkeling clearly. It was lucky that I could enjoy Leonard's malasadas without having to go buy them myself. Most importantly, my father-in-law, who has visited Hawaii multiple times and dined at many high-end restaurants, praised this BBQ lunch on the boat as the best he has ever had.
以前、大手旅行会社のオプショナルツアーでコオリナでシュノーケリングした時は、ウミガメも魚もほとんど見えずとても残念でしたが、この天国の海ツアーでは、ウミガメも綺麗なお魚もたくさん会えて、ほんとに良かったです。 サンドバーにはほんの少し時間が早かったようですが、海の上に家族そろって座って写真を撮ってもらいました。
ガイドのイズミさんのシュノーケリングについての説明が、何が危険であるかはっきり説明されていて、とても良かったと思います。
レナーズのマラサダを、自分で買いに行かずとも食べられたのはラッキーでしたし、何より特筆すべきは、ハワイに何度も来て、いくつもの高級レストランで食事をしてきた義父が、「今回はこの船の上でのBBQランチが一番美味しかった」と絶賛していたことです(^0^)
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour.
In this tour, we ensure that you can safely enjoy snorkeling, with thorough explanations provided by IZUMI every time.
Beginners can participate with confidence.
I'm very happy to hear that it was even more delicious than at a high-end restaurant! Please come again!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
このツアーではシュノーケルを安全に楽しんで頂けるようIZUMIをはじめ毎回しっかりとご説明させて頂いております。
初心者の方も安心してご参加下さいね。
高級レストランより美味しかった!ってとっても嬉しいです。またぜひお越し下さい。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/28 |
Reviewed by: 村ちゃん
I was really happy to meet the dolphins, but the sea conditions on the day were not very good, so it was quite rocky. There were about 4 to 5 people who got seasick, and when we entered the water, the waves were high, making it difficult to search for the dolphins.
I was a bit surprised that, besides the dolphins, there were no beautiful fish in the sea at all. Perhaps it was because the waves were high and we were close to the shore? I was expecting to see the fish I had seen in the waters of Guam, so it was disappointing. Even while snorkeling, I didn't see many fish.
However, the staff's response was very good. I would like to try again someday. Thank you very much.
イルカに会えて、すごく嬉しかったですが当日の海のコンディションがあまりよくなかった為かなり揺れました。酔ってしまった方も、4〜5名おり、海に入った時も波も高くイルカを探すのが大変でした。
少しびっくりしたのが、イルカの他に海にキレイな魚など、全くいなかったことです。
波が高く、陸から近かったからかな?グアムの海でみた魚達を想像してたので残念でした。シュノーケルでも、魚はあまり見れなかったです。
しかし、スタッフの対応はとてもよかったです。いつかリベンジしたいです。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/14 |
Reviewed by: GT2
Although there were many clouds on the day, when the sun came out, the sandbar became a beautiful color. The hamburger for lunch was very delicious, and we were able to see many sea turtles during the watch, as well as tropical fish while snorkeling, making for a fulfilling time. Since it’s cold during this season, it’s best to bring a jacket. After snorkeling, your body gets quite cold. (You can also get warm drinks on the boat.)
当日は雲が多かったけど、晴れ間が出るとサンドバーがとてもきれいな色になります。
昼食のハンバーガーがとても美味しく、またその後のウミガメウォッチもたくさん見れ、シュノーケリングでも熱帯の魚が見れて充実した時間が過ごせました。
この時期は寒いので、上着は必ず持参した方がいいです。シュノーケリングの後はかなり体が冷えます。(船上で温かい飲み物ももらえます)
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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: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/07 |
Reviewed by: alfa75
The bus ride to the boat harbor was enjoyable. (It's in English, but I can understand the simple parts, so I get the humor.) Once on the boat, everything is in Japanese. It was windy and cold on the day, but the sandbar was lively and fun. Needless to say, it was beautiful. The hamburgers were delicious, and seeing the sea turtles up close afterward was the best. I initially thought about booking with another tour company, but they were fully booked, so I made a reservation here instead, and I don't think there would be much difference. The sandbar is also close enough to dock, and the staff on the boat were very considerate, taking family photos for us and chatting casually.
ボートハーバーまでの行きのバス中から楽しませてくれます。(英語ですが簡単な所は理解できますのでユーモアもわかります。)ボートにのれば日本語です。当日は風が強く寒かったですがサントバーは、はしゃげて楽しかったです。言うまでもなくきれいです。 ハンバーガーもおいしく、その後のウミガメも身近に見れて最高です。他のツアー会社を最初予約しようと思ったのですが、満員で予約できずこちらに予約したのですが、おそらく違いはないと思います。サンドバーも近くに横付けできますし、船の中でもスタッフは気を使っていただき、カメラもファミリーで撮ってもらったり、気軽にしゃべりかけていただきます。
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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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/03 |
Reviewed by: やっち
This was our first trip to Hawaii with our sixth grader and preschooler. We signed up for Dolphin School because we wanted to give them a wonderful experience. At first, I hesitated because it seemed expensive for the whole family, but in the end, I felt it was a fantastic experience for the price! It took just over an hour by shuttle bus from the Waikiki area to West Oahu. From there, we took a banana boat-style speedboat out to sea to look for dolphins! Amazingly, we encountered a pod of dolphins just one minute after setting sail! We all jumped into the water, and as we looked underwater, about 20 dolphins swam right beneath us. There were baby dolphins too! It was an incredible experience! We encountered dolphin pods several more times! Along the way, we were thrilled to see a manta ray, which gracefully swam right below us! Since it was such a special day, the captain confidently said that we might also see whales and took the boat further out! I thought seeing a whale was a long shot, but...
We actually encountered a humpback whale! And it was close! Plus, it was a mother and calf! The boat was filled with excitement and happiness. Right after hearing that seeing a whale's tail brings good luck, we were lucky enough to see one jump right in front of us, and we all got to see its tail! They said this might be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I certainly agreed (^ω^). To see dolphins, manta rays, and whales all in one day was amazing! The kids were so moved, their eyes wide with wonder! However, when the whale appeared, it seemed like they were too seasick to enjoy it. Even the adults were excited at Dolphin School. All the staff were friendly and fun to talk to, and I’m really glad we chose Dolphin School! Next time we go to Hawaii, I’ll try the university program!
For those planning to participate! The staff suggested leaving cameras at the port, so we did, but I think you can bring them as long as you’re careful not to drop them on the boat! Unfortunately, we have no photos of such a wonderful experience. They do sell a DVD with photos taken by the staff, but since it included other people and was a bit pricey, we decided against it. Also, make sure to eat a little breakfast beforehand, or you’ll get hungry! Light snacks are served at the end.
小6と年長さんの男の子に連れての初ハワイ。何か素敵な体験をさせてあげたいとイルカ中学に申し込みました。最初は家族で申し込むと高いし、ちょっと悩みましたが、結果安かったと思うくらい素晴らしい体験ができました!ワイキキエリアから送迎バスで西オアフまで1時間ちょっと。そこから高速のバナナボート風のボートで沖にでてイルカを探しました!でもなんと出航1分でイルカの群れに遭遇!みんなで海に入り、海中を見ると20頭くらいの群れが私たちの真下を間近に通って行きました。赤ちゃんイルカも一緒でした!素晴らしい体験でした!そのあとも何度もイルカの群れに遭遇!途中、なんとダイバーの憧れのマンタが現れまたもや私たちの真下を悠々と泳いで行きました!そんな日だったので、船長さんが鯨も現れると断言してくれて更に沖に船を進めてくれました!さすがに鯨は~って思ったけれど
なんと!ザトウ鯨に遭遇!しかも近い!しかも親子!船上は興奮と幸せに包まれました。鯨の尾をみると幸せになれるという説明を聞いた直後にはなんと間近てジャンプまでしてくれてみんなで尾を見ることができました!こんな事はたぶんみなさんの人生で2度とないかもしれませんと言われて、確かにそうだなぁと思いました(^ω^)イルカも群れ、マンタ、鯨、全て見られるなんて!子供たちも感動して目を丸くしてました!でも鯨が現れたときは船酔いでそれどころではなかったみたいです。大人も興奮したイルカ中学。スタッフみなさんフレンドリーで話も楽しく、ほんとーにイルカ中学にしてよかった!またハワイに行ったら次は大学にチャレンジしてみます!
これから参加予定の方に!
スタッフの方にカメラは港においていった方がいいと言われたので置いて行きましたが船上では落とさないようにすれば撮れるので持っていってもいいと思います!私たちはそんなすてきや体験をしたの1枚も写真がなく、ちよっと残念。スタッフが撮った写真をDVDにして販売もしてくれますが、他の方も写っているものだし、ちょっと高かったのでやめました。あと朝ごはんは少し食べていかないとお腹すきます!軽食は最後に出るので。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/07 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ
A fantastic tour with swimming at the sandbar, a hamburger lunch, snorkeling with sea turtles, and coral. Since it was the end of December, the water was a bit cold, but you get used to it after a little while. The kids seemed to be cold, so I think it's better to wear warmer jackets or outfits during the winter season.
サンドバーでの海水浴、ハンバーガーランチ、ウミガメ、サンゴのシュノーケリングと大満足のツアー。12月末だったので海はすこし冷たいが、入って少しすれば慣れる。お子さんは寒そうにしていたので、冬シーズンは暖かめの上着や恰好をしたほうが良いと思う。
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| Packages: | ホノルル空港→ワイキキホテル(片道) 無料送迎キャンペーン!おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Rie
I checked the low tide times and participated in the afternoon plan. I'm glad I researched in advance because the sandbar was out! It's definitely better to check ahead of time!
The meal started with malasadas, and the BBQ lunch was delicious, leaving me very satisfied.
The snorkeling was also incredibly beautiful and fun. I can't say enough good things—5 stars!!!
干潮の時間を調べ午後のプランで参加しました♪
サンドバーが出ていて事前に調べてよかったと思いました♪
絶対事前に調べた方がいいですよ♪
食事もマラサダから始まりお昼のBBQランチも美味しくて大満足☆
シュノーケリングもとってもキレイで楽しかったです。
言うことなしの5つ星!!!
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Thank you for the five stars! Please come back and visit us again. We look forward to seeing you.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
5つ星ありがとうございます!また遊びにいらしてくださいね。お待ちしてます。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン・バーベキューランチ付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/01/07 |
Reviewed by: よっしー
It was amazing to encounter wild dolphins. I wanted to go to a spot with clearer water and more fish for snorkeling. Overall, it was an activity worth the cost.
野生のイルカにあえて最高でした。シュノーケルはもう少し透明度と魚が多い場所に行きたかった。全体的にはコストに見合うアクティビティーでした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/09/30 |
Reviewed by: えり★
I participated for the first time. It was very cold and tough (´;ω;`), but I got to see a honu, so it was amazing!
初めて参加しました。
とても寒くって
つらかったです(´;ω;`)でも
ホヌみれたから
最高でした!
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| Packages: | 早朝プラン・スナック朝食付き(9/30まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Alic85
Fantastic experience, was great for me because i cant swim but have always wanted to see deep under water! Saw some amazing fish! Loved the free time snorkelling after the bobs! Got really close to a beautiful turtle! Staff were very friendly and helpful!
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| Packages: | Standard |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/09 |
Reviewed by: namie
It was fun with an F. Everyone was super nice and efficient. The only draw back was that they told me we would be back in waikiki by 1230..1 but we didn't get back til 130. We were rushed to our next event.
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| Packages: | Standard with FREE Airport Shuttle Service |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/30 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I’m very disappointed that I couldn’t see any dolphins... but since they are wild dolphins, it can’t be helped! I felt that the crew and the captain were determined to keep searching, so I was satisfied! The wind was strong, but they took us close to the beach where we could experience kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding. As a result, we returned to the hotel later, but I appreciated the consideration from the guide and crew. Although I didn’t see any dolphins, I was able to snorkel with sea turtles and tropical fish. It was amazing to have a sea turtle come so close! The crew also made various efforts to keep us entertained, which was great! I especially felt that there was consideration for the children, allowing them to snorkel safely. Given the season, it gets cold after coming out of the water, so I think renting a wetsuit is a must. You can rent one for $10 per person on-site! The malasadas are warm and delicious when freshly made. I was worried about getting seasick, but surprisingly they weren’t greasy at all, and I could easily eat one. For lunch, if you don’t want to eat the cheeseburger on the boat, you can take it to go. It’s truly disappointing that I went to see dolphins and didn’t get to see any, but I think I can be satisfied knowing I cruised in such beautiful scenery. I want to try again someday!
大変残念ですがイルカには会えませんでした。。。野生のイルカなので仕方ないですね!クルーの方やキャプテンの方が諦めずに探してくれていたのを感じたので満足です!風が強かったのですがビーチ沿いに寄っ てくれてカイヤックやスタンドアップパドルを体験させてくれました。その分、ホテルへの帰着時間は遅くなりましたが、ガイドさんとクルーさんの配慮を感じ ました。イルカには会えなかった分、海亀や熱帯魚とはシュノーケルできました。海亀が近くまで来てくれるのには感動しますよ~。クルーの皆さんも飽きない ようにいろいろ工夫してくれてよかったです!特に子供達には配慮があって安心してシュノーケルさせられるなと感じました。時期的にも海から上がった後は寒 いので、ウエットスーツを借りるのはマストだと思います。現地で一人10ドルで借りれますよ!マラサダは出来立てが暖かくておいしいです。酔うのが心配で したが意外に脂っこくなくてペロッと1個いけちゃいます。ランチのチーズバーガーも船上で食べたくない人はお持ち帰りできますよ。イルカに会いに行ってイ ルカに会えなかったのは本当に本当に残念ですが、素晴らしい景色の中でクルージングできたと思えば満足かな?いつかリベンジしたいです。
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| Packages: | 10:30出発プラン(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Daichi
It was a fun tour. During the first and second attempts, we didn't see many dolphins, but thanks to the third attempt, we were able to see a lot of dolphins up close. We also saw sea turtles. I felt that I had signed up for a good tour since they took us until we could see the dolphins. I would like to use this service again next time!
楽しいツアーでした。
1回目、2回目はあまりイルカが見れませんでしたが、
3回もチャレンジしてくださったお陰で、イルカをたくさん間近でみることができました。海がめも見れました。
イルカを見れるまで連れて行ってくださるので、いいツアーに申し込んだなと思いました。次回も利用したいと思いました♪
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/08 |
Reviewed by: Gino
We participated as a family of three with our 6-year-old child. It was fun. The child was able to enjoy snorkeling, and there were many sea turtles, which was great. The view of Waikiki from the ocean was also nice. Above all, I liked the relaxed style of enjoying time on the water without any rush. You can drink alcohol, and the boat was very nice and spacious.
However, even though it was the peak season at the end of the year, I thought over $400 for three people was a bit high. The shuttle service at $30 per person seemed expensive. Moreover, it was supposed to depart from Waianae, but it actually left from a port just past Ala Moana. If that was the case, I could have just driven there myself.
Most participants were American, and the style was American as well. It felt friendly, cheerful, and laid-back. The shuttle time changed by 30 minutes without notice, and I only found out after calling. All the explanations on the boat were in English, and there was no special consideration just because we were Japanese. Therefore, I think those who cannot speak English at all might feel a bit confused. On the other hand, I believe this type of tour, with its American style, is suitable for those who do not particularly like the intense atmosphere of Japanese-style optional tours. I heard that there are Japanese staff on some days.
Since we are going abroad, I think it would be more interesting to participate in a tour like this, with American participants and style, rather than one that is mostly Japanese.
Also, I think it's better to take motion sickness medication. My wife felt seasick towards the end and had a tough time, even though she rarely gets motion sickness in cars.
6歳の子供を連れて家族3人で参加。
楽しかったです。
子供も楽しくシュノーケル出来ましたし、海亀達も沢山いて楽しかったです。海から見るワイキキの景色も良かったです。
何より、あくせくせず、ゆったりと海の上の時間を自由に楽しむスタイルが良かったです。お酒も飲めるし、船はとても素敵で、ゆったりしてました。
たた、年末のピーク時期とは言え、3人で400ドル超は高いかなと
送迎が一人30ドルってのが高い。
しかも、ワイアナエ出航のはずが、アラモアナの先のすぐそばの港発になってましたからね。それなら自分で運転して行ったっつーの。
参加者の殆どはアメリカ人でしたし、スタイルもアメリカ式でした。
フレンドリー、陽気、自己責任、いいかげん。といった感じです。
送迎時間が勝手に30分変わってて、電話で聞いて始めて知る。とかね。
船内でも説明はすべて英語、日本人だからといって、特別に気を使われるわけではないです。
ですので、英語が全くできない方の場合、ちょっと戸惑うと思います。
逆に、日本式のオプショナルツアーの暑苦しい感じがあまり好きでない方には向いてると思います。
日によっては、日本人のスタッフもいるそうです。
せっかく海外に行くのですから、日本人ばかりいるオプショナルツアーに行くよりは、参加者もスタイルもアメリカ式のこういったツアーに参加した方が面白いかなと思います。
おと、酔い止めは飲んだ方が良いと思います。嫁さんは後半船酔いしてしまい辛くなっちゃいましたので。
車では滅多に酔わない程度の強さはあるのですが。
Thank you for using our activities. Please be aware that the departure point may change depending on the situation on the day.
We have refunded the transportation fee, and we apologize for any inconvenience caused by the sudden changes on the day of the event. We appreciate your valuable feedback and will use it to improve our services in the future.
この度は弊社アクティビティをご利用いただきありがとうございます。当日の状況により、出航ポイントが変更になる場合がございます事予めご了承くださいますようよろしくお願いします。
送迎分はご返金させていただきましたが、当日の突然の変更により、ご迷惑をおかけしました事お詫び申し上げます。お客様からの貴重なご意見として今後のサービスに活かさせていきたいと存じます。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日までの参加) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Stacey Franklin
Excellent Experience even thought I couldn't enjoy it due to pressure in my ears. However I heard it was an excellent experience from my husband.
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| Packages: | Standard with FREE Airport Shuttle Service |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/09 |
Reviewed by: Stacey Franklin
Excellent Tour definantly would go again. Nice friendly staff.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/10 |
Reviewed by: キャベちゅ〜
I was very satisfied with the experience. I got to see dolphins and honu (sea turtles), and we were able to view a sacred spot from the boat (it looked like hands were joined together). I hope it brings good fortune for next year. The hula performance on the boat was also a nice memory. It became a wonderful memory for our honeymoon. Thank you to all the staff. If I go to Hawaii again in a few years, I would love to participate again.
満足のいく内容だった。イルカにも会えたし、ホヌにも会えて、船から神聖なスポットも見る事ができた。(手のひらを合わせている?様に見える場所)来年に向けご利益があればいいなぁ。最後の船上のフラも記念になった。新婚旅行のいい思い出になりました。スタッフの皆さまありがとうございます。また数年後ハワイに行く事があれば参加したいです。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/04 |
Reviewed by: Jess
Great trip. Up close to many sea turtles and great visibility.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/24 |
Reviewed by: lechat
I was really hoping for a completely sandy sandbar, so it was a bit disappointing that there was about 30cm of water left. But that's just a matter of the tides, so it can't be helped. It was a wonderful feeling to walk in the sea.
I was also happy to meet a sea turtle while snorkeling!
However, maybe because there were too many people on the tour? It felt like I was mostly just looking at people's feet while swimming nearby, which was disappointing.
The guide, Izumi, and all the staff were very nice. Thank you!
サンドバーに関しては完全に砂が出ているのを期待していたので、30cm程水が残った状態だったのは少し残念でした。でもこれは潮の問題だから仕方ないですね。海を歩いたりする不思議な感覚は良かったです。
シュノーケリングも、近くで海亀ちゃんに会えて嬉しかった!
けどツアーの人数が多かったせいかな?近くを泳いでいる人が多く、ほぼ足を見ている感じだった時は残念でした。
ガイドのイズミさんはじめ、スタッフの皆さん大変感じ良かったです。ありがとうございました!
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour.
Thank you for joining the tour the other day.
I'm glad you enjoyed the strange sensation of walking in the middle of the ocean at the sandbar.
Please come back and visit us again. All of us, including Izumi, will be waiting for you along with the sea turtles.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
先日はツアーにご参加頂きましてありがとうございます。
サンドバーでの見渡す限り海のど真ん中上を歩く不思議な感覚を楽しんで頂けて良かったです。
またぜひ遊びにいらしてくださいね。その日をイズミをはじめスタッフ一同ウミガメとともにお待ちしてます。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/21 |
Reviewed by: みさき
It seems that it operates three times a day.
It is very systematized, and I was impressed.
The flow is relatively smooth.
They also lend snorkeling equipment, so if you have a bath towel, you can enjoy it.
However, there were quite a few people. It may depend on the day.
For lunch, there are hamburgers.
I was able to see about 5-6 sea turtles swimming.
I saw one while snorkeling as well.
There seems to be a turtle harassment policy, and if you chase or touch them, you could be fined $15,000, so be careful!
1日に3回催行されているようです。
とてもシステム化されていて、関心しました。
流れも比較的ズムーズです。
シュノーケリングの資材も貸してくれるので、バスタオルでもあれば楽しめます。
その代わり人数は多かったです。日によるのかもしれませんが。
昼はハンバーガーです。
ウミガメが泳いでいるのを5-6匹見られました。
シュノーけリング最中にも1匹見ました。
かめハラスメント規約があるそうで、追いかけたり、触ったりすると15000ドル?の罰金が取られることがあるそうですので、ご用心を!
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| Packages: | ホノルル空港→ワイキキホテル(片道) 無料送迎キャンペーン!おすすめプラン・バーベキューランチ付き |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/19 |
Reviewed by: ぽんた
To be honest, I had an amazing time. It was quite refreshing and enjoyable to think of the tour as a school and go through it like a class. For those who are not good on boats, it seemed like seasickness was quite challenging, but since we kept our spirits high, I feel like there were relatively few issues.
はっきりいって、ものすごく楽しかったです。
ツアー自体を学校と仮定し授業していく、というのも中々新鮮で楽しかったです。
船が苦手な人は船酔いが大変そうでしたが、テンション高く進んでいくので比較的少なかった気がします。
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| Packages: | おすすめプラン<2015年3月末まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Walking on the water felt even better than I imagined. While snorkeling, I was able to see fish, and it was truly moving to see a sea turtle swimming right in front of me. Even those who can't snorkel can enjoy seeing fish while walking on the water, making it fun for children as well.
海の上を歩く感じは想像以上に気持ち良かったです。
シュノーケリングでは魚をみたり、さらにウミガメが目の間を泳ぐ様子は感動ものでした。
シュノーケリングができない人も海の上を歩きながら魚が見れるので、子供も楽しめます。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the tour. The snorkeling time on this tour is designed to be enjoyable according to everyone's condition, allowing you to relax and spend time in the paradise ocean without any pressure. Please come back when you're in Hawaii again. We'll be waiting for you along with the sea turtles. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。ツアーを楽しんで頂けて本当に良かったです。
このツアーのシュノーケリングタイムは皆様のコンディションに応じて楽しめるようになっており、無理をせずのんびりと天国の海での時間を過ごして頂けます。
またハワイにお越しの際はぜひお越し下さいね。ウミガメとともにお待ちしてます。Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/08/08 |
Reviewed by: M Farris
Crew was great and very friendly did a good job making the minority English speaking tourists feel welcome. Would have appreciated a little more tour of the waters around that side of Oahu rather than pointing at various things and saying there's Gilligan's island as we headed back at end of day.
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| Packages: | Promotional Package with FREE Airport Shuttle Service |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Marj
What a GREAT experience for a first-time flatlander a little afraid of the ocean! Ashlyn & Jenner attended to my every fear and made the experience SO much more enjoyable. Thanks for a great experience. I would do this tour again & I'd go with this company again. I would recommend it to my friends.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/15 |
Reviewed by: momo
I went on a sandbar tour during the cold period at the end of November, which was not during low tide. It was indeed cold, and I couldn't see the sandbar like you do on TV, but the sea was beautiful, I enjoyed snorkeling, and I even saw sea turtles. It was a very satisfying tour. The tour guides were also very attentive and made sure we had a great time, which made the experience even more fulfilling.
11月末という寒い時期に、干潮時間ではないサンドバーツアーに行きました。
確かに寒くてテレビで見るようなサンドバーは見れませんでしたが、海は綺麗で、シュノーケリングも楽しめたし、海亀も見れて、大変満足なツアーでした。
ツアーガイドの方々も私たちを存分に楽しませようとしてくれるのがわかって充実しました。
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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: | 2013/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/11/30 |
Reviewed by: みみみ
It was certainly beautiful, but not as impressive as I expected. I went in early October in the morning, but it was too cold that day, and I hardly went into the sea. It might have been more enjoyable if I had gone in the middle of summer. The Japanese conductor was considerate and provided good service. Considering the time constraints, I was tied up from around 8:30 to 2 PM, so it might not have been necessary to go. It was at a level where it was okay to experience it once.
確かに綺麗でしたが、言うほどでもない感じ。10月初旬午前中に行きましたが、当日は寒すぎてほとんど海に入りませんでした。もっと真夏に行けば楽しかったかな。日系のコンダクターの方は気も遣えるし日本人的なサービスでした。
時間的な制約を考えれば、8:30~14時ごろまで拘束されていたので、行かなくてもよかったかも。1度体験してみてもいいかなレベルでした。
This is a Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Even in mid-winter, you can be fine in just a swimsuit, but in October, some people, like Mimumi, might feel a bit cold. Since it's an outdoor tour, we can't control nature. Also, the perceived temperature really varies from person to person... If you feel a little chilly, please warm up with some hot Kona coffee.
キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
真冬でも水着だけで大丈夫だったり、10月でもみみみさんのように寒いなあと感じられたりと屋外のツアーであるがゆえ自然だけはコントロールできません。
また、体感温度は本当に人それぞれ。。。。ちょっぴり寒いな〜って時はあたたか〜いコナコーヒーで暖まって下さいね。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン・スナック朝食付き(2016年3月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2013/12/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2013/10/09 |
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Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour.
I'm really glad the weather was favorable. Thank you for sharing such beautiful photos.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
天候に恵まれて本当に良かったですね。とっても綺麗な写真のアップありがとうございました。