Reviewed by: minn
We participated in a morning activity as a family. At the snorkeling point, we were able to see turtles close enough to touch, and we spotted more than five sea turtles underwater. There were also plenty of fish, and we were very satisfied (^^).
When we went out to sea, the waves were high, and we got quite wet, which was a bit chilly... I recommend bringing extra dry towels.
家族で午前中のアクティビティに参加しました。
シュノーケルポイントでは、触れられるほど近くに亀が顔を出していたり、海中には5匹以上の海がめを見ることが出来ました。
魚もたくさんいて、大満足 (^^)
沖に出た時は波が高くてかなり水をかぶり、寒い思いをしました・・・。
乾いたバスタオルを多めに持っていくことをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/18 |
Reviewed by: toshi
I participated with my 6th-grade daughter. As mentioned in other reviews, we felt quite chilly at times, so I think a jacket is essential. The staff were all cheerful and kind, and we were able to see dolphins, making it a very satisfying day.
小学6年生の娘と参加しました。
他の方の口コミにもありましたが、途中でかなり肌寒さを感じたので上着は必需品だと思います。
スタッフも陽気で親切な方ばかり、イルカも見ることができて大満足な一日になりました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/18 |
Reviewed by: シンイチ
The staff worked hard to find dolphins for us, and we were able to see them three times during our three attempts. At this time of year, we encountered baby dolphins. Additionally, we were able to swim alongside sea turtles up close. Unfortunately, the wind and current were a bit strong, so we couldn't participate in some activities, but the staff were very cheerful and kind. We had a memorable day. Thank you very much.
スタッフの方が一生懸命イルカを探してくれて3回トライして3回も見ることができました。この時期は、赤ちゃんイルカに出会えました。また、ウミガメを間近に見ながら並んで泳ぐことができました。残念なのは、少し風と潮の流れが速くてアクティビティができなかったのが残念でしたがスタッフのみなさんがとても明るくて親切でした。思い出に残る一日を過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/08 |
Reviewed by: なっこちゃん
I had been wanting to go for a long time, but this time I finally decided to participate. The reason I hadn't joined before was probably due to cost... I had been settling for cheaper Kailua Beach tours instead. However, after going this time, I was convinced that the price was worth it. The ocean was beautiful, and I saw several sea turtles; it truly was the best location. Our guide, Yukiko, was a fun and wonderful person, and I had an enjoyable half-day. Since I didn't go snorkeling, the half-day course was sufficient for me, but I recommend the lunch-inclusive course for those who want to fully enjoy snorkeling.
以前から行きたいとは思っていましたが今回思い切って参加しました。なぜ今まで参加しなかったかと言うと費用の問題かな・・・もっとお安いカイルアビーチツアーなどでお茶を濁していたと言うことです。然し今回行って見てこのお値段でも納得がいきました。海も綺麗だし海がめも何匹も見れたしやはり最高のロケーションでした。ガイドのゆきこさんも楽しい素敵な方でしたし楽しい半日を過ごせました。一緒に参加した私もシュノーケリングをしなかったため半日コースで十分でしたがシュノーケリングを存分に楽しみたい方はランチ付きのコースをお勧めします。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: ba-ba
We participated with our family of four, including a 1.5-year-old child. The water was shallow, only up to our ankles, but the deep blue sea and white sandy beach created a striking contrast, allowing us to fully experience the wonders of nature. While the adults were captivated by the beautiful scenery, the children seemed to really enjoy snorkeling.
小1・5の子どもと家族4人で参加しました。
砂浜にはならず1番浅くてくるぶしほどでしたが、濃いブルーと白砂の海、色の違いがクッキリで、自然の不思議を十分に体感できました。
大人は美しい景色に見とれていましたが、子どもたちはシュノーケリングがとっても楽しかったようです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/06 |
Reviewed by: D.M
At the end of August, my parents, my husband and I, and our two children (a fourth grader and a kindergartner) were taken care of. My kindergartner daughter is not good with water and cannot swim at all, but a kind Japanese staff member encouraged her gently, and she seemed to get motivated. She put on a mask and peeked into the sea for just a moment. She said the coral reef looked creepy and quickly came back up, but after a break, she wanted to go back in again. While I was in the water, the staff helped tie her hair and put on her mask, and she made another attempt.
They were very considerate of the children, and I think we were able to relax.
For lunch, we went to the neighboring boat to get our food, and they also offered us more fruit, which the kids happily ate. We even encountered a sea turtle, and we enjoyed a delicious hamburger lunch.
We had a very enjoyable time. Thank you very much.
8月末に、両親、私達夫婦、小4、年長の6人でお世話になりました。
年長の娘は水が苦手で、まったく泳げないのですが、日本人スタッフのお姉さんが優しく声を掛けてくださり、その気になったようで、マスクをつけて一瞬だけ海をのぞいてみました。珊瑚礁が気持ち悪いなどと言って、すぐにあがりましたが、それでも休憩後また入りたいというので、海に入っている私に代わり、髪を結わいてくださりマスク装着なども手伝って頂き、再挑戦しました。
子供にとても気を使って頂き、リラックスできたと思います。
ランチは隣の船に取りに行くのですが、果物のおかわりなども声を掛けて頂き、子供達は喜んで食べていました。ウミガメにも出会えましたし、ハンバーガーのランチも美味しく頂きました。
とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
ありがとうございました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/02 |
Reviewed by: HIRO
I really saw sea turtles~
The mother and baby dolphins were so cute~
The crew was really nice~
It was an amazing cost performance, and I was very satisfied!
Thanks to the captain's thoughtful arrangement, we were able to enjoy it for about 30 minutes longer than planned.
I will definitely be a repeat customer☆☆☆
*If you're prone to motion sickness, I recommend taking anti-nausea medication.
ほんとに海ガメ見れた~
イルカの親子がかわいかった~
クルーがナイスガイだった~
すごいコストパフォーマンスで大満足でした!
キャプテンの粋な計らいで予定よりも30分ほど長く楽しめました
リピーター必至なり☆☆☆
※乗り物に弱い人は酔い止め薬をお勧めします
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| Posted on: | 2012/09/01 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It has already been a year, but when we went, the water depth was up to our knees even in the shallow areas. Still, I was very impressed by the beauty of the sea. We were also able to see many sea turtles, and while snorkeling, a sea turtle bumped into me! It was a friendly sea turtle, and it was such a precious experience.
もう1年も前になりますが・・・
私たちが行ったときは浅いところでも膝くらいまでの水深でした。それでも、海のきれいさにはとても感動しました。
また、ウミガメもたくさん見ることができて、しかもシュノーケリングしている最中に、ウミガメの手(足?)がぶつかってきました!人懐っこいウミガメで何とも貴重な体験ができました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/31 |
Reviewed by: tomoko
If you're going to Hawaii, you absolutely have to go to the ocean! I decided that and signed up here after checking the reviews. The staff were very friendly, and I got to see beautiful scenery, dolphins up close, and even meet sea turtles. I was able to feed colorful fish from my hand, which made for truly wonderful memories! I would love to participate again if I have the chance!
ハワイにいくなら絶対海!と決めていたので、口コミをみてこちらに申し込みました。
スタッフの対応はとてもよく、きれいな景色がみれたり、間近でイルカの群れをみれたり、海がめにもあえ、色とりどりの魚に手からエサを与えたりでき本当にいい思い出になりました!
また機械があれば参加したいです!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/31 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
There was only one turtle, but a friendly turtle that lives there came close to me. I was surprised to learn that touching it incurs a fine of over $2,500! It was moving to see a sea turtle up close like this! It was large and majestic, matching the beautiful scenery perfectly. The kids were also thrilled! The lunch portion was decent, and I was satisfied. Above all, the sea was beautiful!
1頭だけだったのですが、住みついている人懐こいカメが寄ってきます。触ると2500ドル以上の罰金というので、びっくり!こんなに近くでウミガメを見れたのは感動!大きくて雄大で、きれいな景色にマッチしていました。子供も感激!ランチもそれなりに量もあり、満足でした。何と言っても海がきれい!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/31 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in a dolphin tour during my trip to Hawaii a year ago, but the Dolphin School was definitely more interesting. The tour guide really got us participants excited, so we had a great time both on the bus and on the boat.
The main dolphins were amazing. When we first spotted them, they came right up to the boat and swam alongside us. Even after we got into the water, they swam slowly around us. It was incredibly healing.
You absolutely must participate in this in Hawaii.
1年前のハワイ旅行でもイルカツアーには参加したが、イルカ中学のほうが断然面白かったです。
ツアーガイドさんは我々参加者を盛り上げてくれるので、バスの中、船の上でも非常に楽しめました。
メインのイルカも最高。
イルカ発見当初は、わざわざ船の近くまで来て一緒に泳いでました。
海に入ってからも、我々の周りをゆっくりと一緒に泳いでくれました。
これ以上ないくらい癒されます。
ハワイでは絶対に参加すべし。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/30 |
Reviewed by: mi522yu
I participated in the morning plan on Saturday the 25th. I chose this plan because I wanted to go shopping in the afternoon, and I enjoyed it more than enough! On this day, I encountered a manta ray, and there were very few people, so looking at the photos, it feels like we had the sandbar all to ourselves! Above all, the warmth and kindness of the staff helped create the best memories. My best friend and I participated together, and we both get seasick easily, but thanks to Yukiko from the staff, we had no worries about seasickness at all, and it turned out to be the best day!
I will definitely participate again when I go to Hawaii!!!
25日の土曜日の午前中のプランに参加させていただきました。
午後から買い物に行きたかったのでこのプランにしましたが、十分すぎるほど楽しめました!
この日はマンタにも出会え、人も少なくて、写真を見ると、まるでサンドバーを独り占めしているみたい!
そして何よりスタッフの皆様の温かさと親切さに、最高の思い出を作ることができました。
親友と2人での参加で、船酔いがひどい2人でしたが、スタッフのゆきこさんのおかげで、心配していた船酔いも全くなく、最高の日になりました☆
またハワイに行ったときは必ず参加します!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/30 |
Reviewed by: itopapitan
I participated in the first tour of the morning, wondering what kind of place it would be as I boarded the boat and saw the sandy beach with knee-deep seawater. The energetic young lady's explanations were great, and I thought, "Are they contracted with the tour? Are they promoting it?" because so many sea turtles appeared, causing cheers all around! We walked and swam... A cool, dark-skinned young man also paid attention to safety, which made me, a first-time snorkeler, feel at ease. The warm tea and sandwiches, riding the bus back while still wet, is that the Hawaiian way? By the way, one of the young ladies who participated brought a "cross that absorbs moisture... bought at a sports store," and I thought, "That makes sense!"
船に乗って行くのに 砂浜が現われて膝下の海水・・・いったいどんな所だろうと思いながら 朝一番のツアーに参加。元気イッパイのお姉さんの説明も良かったし 「ツアーと契約してるのか?回し者?」かと思うほど 海亀さんもたくさん出てきてくれて あちこちで歓声! 歩いたり泳いだり・・・真っ黒のカッコイイお兄さんも安全に気を配ってくれ シュノーケル初体験の私も安心でした。温かいTea・サンドウィッチも 濡れた体のままバスに乗って帰るのも ハワイ流?ちなみに参加したお嬢さんの中に 「水分を吸い取るクロス・・・スポーツ店で買ったとか」を持ってきている人がいて なるほど!と思いました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/27 |
Reviewed by: 波乗りノア
In August 2012, I participated in my fifth dolphin swimming tour. As I had heard, this time of year is the season for baby dolphins, and I encountered many of them. Moreover, they swam leisurely, allowing me to observe them closely. The baby dolphins had a whitish color and were swimming with all their might. Occasionally, they also showed off some spins. They were incredibly cute and it was the best experience!
2012年8月、5回目のドルフィンスイミングツアーに参加しました。
この時期は赤ちゃんの出産シーズンだと伺っていた通り、沢山の赤ちゃんイルカに遭遇しました。
しかも、赤ちゃんの泳ぎに合わせるかのように、泳ぎもゆったりで、じっくり見ることが出来ました。
赤ちゃんイルカは、身体の色が白っぽく、一生懸命泳いでいましたよ。
また、時折スピンも披露してくれました。とっても可愛くて最高でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sandbar is likely more enjoyable on low tide, but it seems you can still have a decent time even when the land isn't exposed. When I went, there was just enough of a path left when we arrived, but by the time we left, the land was gone.
On the day I participated, there were about 100 people, but the area to play in is large, so it wasn't too bothersome. You won't have the ocean all to yourself, though.
The staff were kind, which was nice, but I wish they would refrain from smoking on the sandbar.
The turtles and snorkeling were pretty average; the main attraction is the sandbar.
I think it's enjoyable for elderly people and families as well.
サンドバーは、干潮の日のほうが楽しめるでしょうが、陸地が出ていない日でもそこそこ楽しめそうです。私の行ったときはついたときにギリギリ一本道が残っていて、帰る頃には陸地はなくなっていました。
私の参加した日は100人ぐらい人がいましたが、遊べる範囲は広いのでそんなに気にはなりませんでした。海を独り占め、って感じにはなりませんが。
スタッフの方は親切でよかったですが、サンドバーで煙草を吸うのだけはやめてほしかったです。
カメやシュノーケルはまあ普通、メインはサンドバーでしょう。
お年寄りや家族連れでも楽しめると思います。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/26 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I had high expectations, but maybe they were too high, so it was a bit off (laughs). It might be fun for families with small children.
とても期待していたのですが、
期待が大きすぎたのか、ちょっと外れたかな(笑)
小さいお子さんのいるファミリーなら楽しいのかもしれませんね。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/25 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It felt like a paradise at sea! Due to the tides, the water was about knee-deep, but we were blessed with beautiful weather and thoroughly enjoyed the stunning ocean! The staff were all very fun people, and even though it was just a light snack, it was enough to fill us up. We were also able to see several sea turtles!
天国の海という感じでした!
潮の満ち引きの関係で膝の下ぐらいの深さでしたが、天気に恵まれ美しい海を満喫する事が出来ました!
スタッフはとても楽しい人達ばかりで、軽食といってもしっかりお腹がいっぱいになりました。
ウミガメも何頭か見る事が出来ましたよ!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/25 |
Reviewed by: ぐ~ちゃん
I was looking forward to the sandbar. After getting on the boat and listening to various instructions and explanations, we headed to the sandbar... It seemed to be a bit high tide, so the water was quite deep and initially cold, but we took some photos around the waist-deep area, and now that I'm back, I look at those pictures with nostalgia. During snorkeling, I was able to see many fish, as well as pufferfish and rays. The BBQ lunch was very delicious. The staff were all kind, and I made some wonderful memories.
楽しみにしていたサンドバー。船に乗り色々な注意、説明を聞いていざサンドバーへ・・・少し満ち潮だったらしく水は結構あり最初は寒く冷たかったですが、腰の辺の所で写真を撮っていただきその写真は帰ってきた今、懐かしい思いで見ています。シュノーケリングでは沢山の魚の他、ふぐ、エイなども見ることが出来ました。ランチのBBQはとても美味しかったです。スタッフの方々も皆親切で楽しい思い出が出来ました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/24 |
Reviewed by: ともちゃん
I was lucky to meet a sea turtle that brings good fortune and even got to take some photos!
On the way back, there were some issues with the boat, but the staff's response was great. Keep up the good work, positive Yukiko!
幸運を運ぶウミガメに会え、写真も撮れラッキー♪
帰りは船のトラブルもあったけど、スタッフの対応の良さ、そしてポジティブユキコちゃんこれからも頑張ってね。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/23 |
Reviewed by: チョー楽しい
It was super fun to see dolphins up close and swimming right in front of me. I was also able to see the dolphins jump. The turtles' relaxed nature made me feel a sense of calm that resonated with me.
イルカが間近に見れたり、目の前を泳いだりしてチョー楽しい。イルカのジャンプも見ることができました。カメののんびりさには自分と同じものを感じて癒されました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/22 |
Reviewed by: Peter b
My friend & I had the pleasure of this tour on 6th August 2012
Would recommend to anyone ..
Friendliest staff I have ever dealt with !!!
Clean comfortable boat !!!
Made our trip to Hawaii a fantastic experience
Thanks guys :)
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/22 |
Reviewed by: MrsL
Ko Olina is a gorgeous area, very picturesque with manicured grounds and on the early morning tour it's just lovely to drive through here with the sun shining. First thing I was really impressed with was the Catamaran, it's very large and luxurious, I couldn't wait to get aboard! They make you take your shoes off before boarding and they store them for you until you return, you can tell this keeps the vessel from wear and tear... it was lovely inside.
Seeing the Dolphins was amazing - they do get close, the boat wasn't moving and they would come quite close to us, we didn't have to follow them. A few were jumping out of the water less than 100 yards away, such a great experience.
The staff were polite, knowledgeable and helpful - they would offer to grab you a drink - you didn't have to ask, which was really nice for a change. On the first snorkeling outing, we all had to wear life vests. I'm a pretty confident swimmer but this was nice, I could actually really relax and enjoy the
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/22 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The sandbar, having such a shallow sandy beach in the ocean... it felt so nice. The hamburger I had on the boat was also delicious. Both the sea turtle watching and snorkeling were fun; it felt like swimming inside an aquarium. I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii.
サンドバー、海の中にこんな浅瀬の砂浜があるなんて・・・とっても気持ち良かったです。船の中で食べたハンバーガーも美味しかったです。海亀ウオッチングもシュノーケリングも楽しかったです、まるで水族館の中に入って泳いでいる感覚です。またハワイに行く時はぜひ参加したいです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/21 |
Reviewed by: happinkie
I've been to Hawaii many times, but I hesitated about the sandbar because I heard it can be heavily influenced by the weather. However, I always thought I should try it someday, so I decided to give it a shot. I wanted to make sure I could walk on the sandbar, so I chose a day when the tide would be close to zero during low tide. After that, it was up to the weather, but on the day of the trip, we were blessed with clear skies and encountered stunning views. The staff even said, "Today is super lucky!" The contrast between the white sandbar and the deep blue water was striking and beautiful. Walking in the middle of the ocean felt truly surreal. The staff acted as our photographer, giving us poses to strike, and we were able to take wonderful family photos.
After that, it was snorkeling time, and my husband and daughter participated. I took some time to explore the sandbar before returning to the boat to watch the snorkeling. It seemed quite deep, but they had a lot of fun seeing many fish. They mentioned that they would have liked a bit more time. The morning tour has a shorter duration, so that's understandable. We enjoyed our sandwiches and drinks leisurely, and there was no wasted time, which made us very satisfied. The staff were always energetic and kept the atmosphere lively. They promptly pointed out where the sea turtles were, so we were able to see quite a few. Everything was packed into a short amount of time, and both my husband and daughter were extremely happy. They even thanked me, saying, "Thanks, Mom!" I definitely want to participate again next time.
ハワイには何度も行っていますが、サンドバーは天候にかなり左右される…と聞いていたので躊躇していました。でも、いつかは…と思っていたので初挑戦。天候は仕方ないとしてもサンドバーはしっかり歩きたいと思い、干潮時の潮位が0に近い時間帯に当たる日を選びました。後は天候次第でしたが、当日は本当に晴天で、素晴らしい景色に出合えました。スタッフの方も今日は超ラッキーですよ~と!白いサンドバーから深いブルーへのコントラストもはっきりとしていて見事でした。海の真ん中を歩いてるのは本当に不思議な気分。スタッフの方がカメラマンをして下さり、ポーズも指示して頂いて、素敵な家族写真が撮れました。その後シュノーケリングタイムで、主人と娘が参加。私はしばしサンドバーを散策?して船に戻り、シュノーケリングを見学。かなり深かったようですが、魚もたくさん見られて楽しかったそうです。本人たちは、もう少し時間が長くてもいいかなぁと。午前中のコースはツアー自体の時間が短いので仕方ありませんね。サンドウィッチと飲み物をゆっくり頂いて、無駄な時間がなく、とても満足でした。スタッフの方は常に元気で盛り上げてくれました。海がめのいる場所も即座に教えて下さるので、結構見る事が出来ました。短い時間の中で凝縮されていて、主人も娘も大満足。ママありがとう~と感謝されてしまいました。次回もまた是非参加したいと思います。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/08/19 |
Reviewed by: 奥田多佳子
At this age, even though I don't regularly go swimming or to the gym to train my body, I wanted to meet wild dolphins and let my family see these beautiful dolphins, so I participated. Thanks to the quick thinking of the dolphin staff, who provided guidance and support for my 4-year-old twins, the two boys had a wonderful experience together in the ocean. This time, we moved quickly to catch up with the dolphins, and everyone worked hard to make sure we could meet them without giving up. As a result, we were also able to see the Hawaiian sacred site Makua, which was truly moving.
この歳になって、普段スイミングにジムにと通う、スポーツに体を鍛えてる訳でもないのに
だだ野生のイルカに会いたくて 家族に美しいイルカさんたちに会わせてやりたくて 参加。
イルカ女史の機転でスタッフに指示して下さって、4才の双子をしっかり、サポートして海原に一緒についてくださったおかげで、二人の4才男の子たちは 素晴らしい体験をしました。
今回はスピードの移動で イルカさんたちに追いつくため、諦めず、なんとかみんなに会わせ様とがんばってくれました。
おかげで、ハワイアンの聖地マクアも観れて 感動でしたよ。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/19 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This is our second time participating as a family, and we had a great time. At the sandbar, the timing of low tide doesn't always align perfectly, so the water level can reach up to our knees. Standing there and looking around gives you a strange feeling as if you're in the middle of the ocean. If you have small children, not being able to snorkel might reduce the fun a bit. Turtles can be seen everywhere. I wish it were a bit cheaper for the kids...
今回家族で2回目の参加ですがとても楽しめました。
サンドバーではなかなかうまいタイミングで干潮にならないのでひざぐらいまでは海面があります。
あそこにたって周りを見渡すと海の真中にいるので不思議な感じになります。
小さいお子さんがいるとシュノーケルができないと楽しさが半減するかもしれません。
亀はいたるところで見れます。子どもがもう少し安いをいいのですが・・・。
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/18 |
Reviewed by: ちーりん
I had seen it on TV, but experiencing it in person is completely different. It's hard to put into words, but the mystery of nature is truly moving and amazing. You absolutely must experience it at least once. I hope that nature remains just as it is forever.
テレビなんかではみていたんですが、実際 体験すると全然違います。言葉では自然の神秘とでもいいますか感動で最高で、とにかく是非一度は体験してみて下さい。
あの自然は永遠にあのままであってほしいです。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/08/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I am very grateful for the cheerful shuttle driver and the young crew staff, as their service was extremely satisfying. The charcoal-grilled hamburger was absolutely delicious. I also spoke with other families, and everyone was truly enjoying themselves, all saying, "I'm so glad we participated in this tour!!!" I will definitely join again next time. Thank you very much to all the staff.
送迎担当の陽気なおじさんから始まり、クル―の若いスタッフの対応まで、非常に満足のいく内容で感謝しております。
また、炭火焼のハンバーガーは最高においしかったです。
他のご家族の方達ともお話をしましたが、本当に皆さん楽しんでおられて、皆さんともに「このツアーに参加してよかった~!!!」と言っていました。
次回もまた参加させていただきます。
スタッフの皆さま、本当にありがとうございました。
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/08/16 |
Reviewed by: Risa&Mio's Papa
We participated as a family of four (with a 3rd-grade daughter and a 2nd-year middle school son) because our kids love animals.
First of all, when it comes to "swimming with dolphins," the expectations can be too high, so it's better to understand it as "watching dolphins swim from underwater" to enhance satisfaction. That said, the dolphins are wild animals, and it seems even the Hawaiian staff have a tough time spotting them while cruising. When we finally found them, everyone cheered, and the kids got really excited.
After that, we jumped into the sea, but the dolphins didn't swim as close as we hoped. Some people got to see them, while others didn't. The staff's service and the cruising location were good, but there was a certain laid-back Hawaiian vibe. Since we are dealing with nature, some preparation is necessary.
1) It was a sunny day with little wind, but even adults felt the cold in the open ocean. We dressed the kids in wet material rash guards and tops, but they didn't keep warm enough, and we had to escape to the boat midway. You can rent wetsuits on board for $5, so please don’t hesitate to get one for your child. This way, they can stay in the water comfortably and enjoy it slowly. The snorkeling with the sea turtle teacher is also not in the reef, so the same applies.
2) Since snorkeling is in the open ocean and not in the reef, there are risks with depth and waves. This can be a panic factor for children, so it’s better to have them experience at least basic snorkeling in calmer waters first.
3) Depending on the situation, you might get splashed by waves on the deck during the cruise. You can store your belongings under the bench, but since there are no doors, put towels and changes of clothes in plastic bags. If the bags get blown away and drift in the waves, sea turtles might mistake them for jellyfish. Please handle them with care.
4) The harbor only has a restroom, so you will change there. It’s spacious by American standards, but still limited. In our family, we changed from rash guards to T-shirts and put on hoodies while keeping our swimsuits on the bus. Since we were all Japanese, the air conditioning wasn't too strong, but please consider warmth for the return trip (and make sure to use the restroom).
*Based on the above comments, I rated the interest and fun as ☆☆. However, I believe satisfaction would increase with prior understanding and preparation. This tour is mainly for watching from the boat.
家族4人(娘小3&中2)、子どもが動物好きなので参加しました。
まずは「イルカと泳ぐ」というと期待値が高過ぎるので、「イルカが泳ぐ姿を水中から眺める」と理解するほうが満足度が得られます。
とはいえ相手は野生のイルカ。クルージングしながら探すのはハワイアンのスタッフでも大変なようです。やっと見つけた際には一同歓声が上がり、子ども達も盛り上がりました。
その後にドボン!ドボン!と海に入るのですが、イルカは思うように近くを回遊しません。見られた人、見られなかった人、それぞれです。
スタッフのサービス精神やクルージングのロケーションはよいのですが、なんというかハワイ流のアバウトさを感じました。特に相手は自然の海なので事前準備は必要です。
その1)晴天で風もあまりないクルーズでしたが、外洋の水中では大人でも冷たさを感じました。子どもにはウエット素材のラッシュガード&タッパーを着せてましたが、体側の保温効果がなく途中で船上エスケイプしました。
乗船後に借りられますので、$5を惜しまずお子さまにウエットスーツを着せてあげてください。水中でストレスなく滞在でき、ゆっくり楽しめると思います。ウミガメ先生のシュノーケリングもリーフ内ではないので同様です。
その2)リーフではない外洋でのシュノーケリングなので、深さ&波のリスクがあります。子どもにとってはパニック要因になりますので、最低限、海水浴程度のシュノーケリングを経験させたほうがベターです。
その3)状況によるのでしょうが、クルージング中もデッキで舳から波を被ります。手荷物はベンチ下のスペースに入れますが、扉がないのでタオルや着替えはポリ袋に入れましょう。ポリ袋が飛ばされるて波間に漂うとウミガメがクラゲと誤食してしまいます。扱いには注意してください。
その4)ハーバーにはトイレがあるだけなので、着替えはそこでします。アメリカンサイズなので広さはありますが、それなりです。わが家ではラッシュガードだけTシャツに着替えパーカーをはおり、水着のままバスに乗りました。日本人だけなので冷房はきつくありませんでしたが、帰り用の保温も考えてください。(トイレも済ませて)
※上記コメントから<興味深さ・面白さ>は☆x2にしましたが、事前に理解&準備していれば満足度は上がると思います。船上ウォッチングだけのツアー
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/15 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
It was a very valuable experience, and I really enjoyed it!
とっても貴重な経験で、本当に楽しかったです!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/08/14 |
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Thank you for participating in the Angel's Sea Secret Sandbar Cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your time at the sandbar!
Regarding smoking, while smoking is prohibited on the boat, there are currently no legal restrictions on smoking at the sandbar. However, we will share your feedback with our staff to ensure we consider our customers' comfort in the future. Thank you for sharing your experience! We look forward to welcoming you again.
天使の海・秘密のサンドバークルーズにご参加いただきありがとうございます。
サンドバーでの時間をお楽しみいただけたとのこと大変嬉しく思います!
さて、喫煙についてですが、船上での喫煙は禁止されておりますが、サンドバーでの喫煙に関し法律での規制はない状況です。しかし、お客様の気分を害してしまうことをスタッフへ共有し今後の改善にお客様からのご意見を参考とさせていただきます。体験談のご投稿ありがとうございました!またのお越しをお待ちいたしております。