Big Island
The enthusiasm from our private guide was fabulous. She was very sensitive to the 6/7 and the 5 yr olds reactions and adjusted to make the experience so so special.
A remarkable experience.
This was our first luau, but we really enjoyed the experience. We went with the Alii seating package and were very satisfied with the servers, seating and pictures! They told the story of Hawaii and put on a great show with an awesome dinner!
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Great Whale watching trip out of A Bay! The crew was easy going, informative and interesting.
Wish the trip was longer than 1 1/2 hours. The check in location on the website needs to be updated
Fun experience for the whole family. Great crew, fun drinks and good unexpected food.
A great tour, worth the money as the staff details the conditions of the sky during your viewing.
One of the highlights of our trip! Sam was fantastic - incredibly knowledgeable and friendly. Not only were we awed by the universe, Sam helped us understand Hawaii as well. Keep up the great work.
My first trip to the Big Island of Hawaii was filled with uncertainties, but it was comfortable. There was a pickup at the hotel and meals included. Considering the cost of living, the price seems reasonable. They accurately took us to several attractions. The highlight was stargazing. The view was truly amazing. It was quite cold, but they provided warm clothing, so you can rest assured about that. English is quite difficult, so a certain level of proficiency is necessary.
初のハワイ島の旅で分からないことだらけでしたが快適でした。ホテルでのピックアップと、お食事付きです。価格は物価を考えれば妥当と思います。いくつかの名所を的確に回ってくれます。ハイライトは星空鑑賞。本当に素晴らしい景色でした。かなり寒いですが防寒具も用意されているのでそこもご安心ください。英語はかなり難しいので、ある程度のごりょくはひつようです。
We spotted them about five minutes after setting sail! After that, they continued to show us blows, breaches, tail slaps, and pectoral slaps one after another. Although we weren't very close, I was completely satisfied with how frequently they performed their "dance."
Fortunately, the Hilton Waikoloa where I stayed had a room at the very end facing the ocean, and during the morning and afternoon, I could see blows and breaches in the distance. I participated in the tour in early March, and it seems to be the perfect time for whale watching, as we encountered them frequently.
We were blessed with good weather; there were some waves, but the boat's rocking was less than I had worried about, making for a comfortable journey.
出航して5分ほどで逢えました!
その後も続々とブロー・ブリーチング・テールスラップ・ペックスラップを見せてくれました。
距離はけっして近くなかったけれど、これだけ頻繁に“ダンス”を魅せてくれたので大満足です。
宿泊していたヒルトン・ワイコロアが運良く海側最突端の部屋でしたが、朝や昼に海を眺めていると遠くでブロー&ブリーチングをしている姿が見えます。
ツアーに参加したのは3月初旬でしたが、頻繁に出逢えるホエールウォッチングには最適・絶好の時期のようです。
好天に恵まれて、多少の波はありましたが心配していた船の揺れも少なく、快適な船の旅でした。
The waiting time before departure is about 45 to 60 minutes. Since you'll be waiting on a sandy beach without shade, make sure to prepare adequate sun protection and hydration on sunny days! You'll be
出航前の待ち時間45~60分ほど。日除けのない砂浜で待つので天気の良い日は十分な日焼け対策と水分補給の準備を!
砂浜から小型のグラスボートで本船まで移動します。足が波に洗われるので濡れてもよい恰好で!
It was my first time on a helicopter, and it was exciting. The pilot provided explanations in Japanese, which was helpful. Well, since it was volcanic activity, it couldn't be helped, but I didn't get to see the red lava of Kilauea. Also, it wasn't a landing tour to the waterfall, but I was hoping to see it, so I was a bit disappointed.
ヘリコプターの初搭乗なこともありますが、エキサイティングでした。パイロットさんが日本語でも解説してくれたので、助かりました。まあ、火山活動なので仕方ないですが、キラウエアの赤い溶岩は見られませんでした。あと、滝への着陸ツアーではありませんが、見られると思っていたので少し残念です。
I think it would be better if it were the passenger seat. When someone outside the group rides in the co-pilot seat, their clothing and behavior can affect the comfort and visibility for the people in
やはり助手席だったらと思います。グループ外の人がパイロット助手席に同乗した場合、その人の服装、振る舞いで、後席の人は快適性、外の見易さに影響アリです。ガイダンス通り暗めの服装をして欲しいです。
The explanations are in English, so it's tough with limited language skills, but I managed somehow (^ - ^)
Anyway, the dolphins are adorable!
Playing, swimming, and feeding them was a valuable experience.
説明は英語なので、半端な語力では辛いけど、まあ、なんとかなります(^-^)
とにかく、イルカはかわいいです!
一緒に遊び、泳ぎ、エサやり。貴重な体験でした。
Even if you're not very good at English, you should challenge yourself. You'll manage somehow. If you care about dolphins and closely observe the instructor's actions, you'll understand where it's oka
多少、英語が苦手でもチャレンジすべきです。なんとかなります。イルカを大事に思い、インストラクターの動作をよく見れば触って良いところがわかります。
Such an amazing experience! The handlers were well educated on the dolphins and it was great
Please book this experience! It is well worth it
Excellent trainers really made it a personalized experience for everyone!
Everything was perfect! The boat is virtually brand new and is spotless! The crew was amazingly friendly and competent. We were traveling with 3 generations of our family, ranging from 3 to 72 and everyone raved about how this was one of the best adventures any of us had ever experienced! You will not regret booking an adventure on the Spirit of Aloha!!!
The Captain and Crew were amazing and informative. It was such a Great Time. Would so go Again!! A Perfect Evening for it.
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Sunset Sail. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and the service and information provided by our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to watch the sunset while you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend one of yours with us and that you'd consider joining us onboard another time.
Mahalo and A Hui
P.S. Thanks for posting that beautiful photo too!
I heard the sound of a whale for the first time. Thanks to the captain's accurate comments and the great energy of the passengers, it was a fun atmosphere, and the hour and a half flew by in no time.
クジラの鳴き声を始めて聞きました。船長さんの的確なコメントと乗客のノリの良さが相まって楽しい雰囲気の中、あっという間の1時間半でした。
マハロ -- 私たちを選んでいただき光栄です!
Mahalo -- we're honored you chose to join us!
Guides were great
Dolphins are clearly very well taken care of and lived
100% awesome
As we left the shoreline, the captain noticed several whales breaching in the distance. He asked if we wanted to go past the reef to see it and we all said yes, of course. We spent most of the 30 minutes whale watching from a distance. On our return trip, the crew still found time to pass over the reef and explain several interesting details not only about the reef but the animals the call it home. It was a great time and the crew did a great job!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to review your experiences aboard the Glass Bottom Boat. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and got a chance to see the Humpbacks too!
We know there are a lot of activity providers to choose from when you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to join us onboard.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
I would not change one thing about this tour. It exceeded our expectations. the communication before the experience was excellent. Jason was an exceptional guide - so attentive! He is an expert in astronomy and Hawaiian history which we greatly enjoyed. He had a great telescope and a cool machine that takes pictures of celestial objects in the sky that he EVEN EMAILED TO US LATER! Just wow! The chicken stew was delicious too! An overall amazing, once in a lifetime experience. Thank you! Rita and Bob
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Since I stayed at Waikoloa Village, I decided to book Dolphin Quest. The prices were high due to the weak yen, but I thought the experience for my child was priceless, so I made the reservation. The group was divided into two, with one team that understood English and another that did not. The team that didn't understand English had four Japanese and one Indian. Later, you can purchase photos for download.
ワイコロアビレッジに宿泊したため、せっかくなのでドルフィンクエストを予約しました。
円安だし値段は高かったけど、子供の経験はプライスレスだと思い予約。
グループを2つに分けられて、英語がわかるチームと分からないチームに分けられました。
英語わからない方は日本人4.インド系1でした。
後日ダウンロードの写真購入ができます。
I had high expectations for the food at Legends of Hawaii, but there wasn't anything particularly delicious for us Japanese. It was disappointing. Unfortunately, considering the cost and time for the attraction, I don't think I would choose it for my next request.
レジェンズ・オブ・ハワイへの期待感から、料理も期待しておりましたが、我々日本人にはとてもおいしい食べ物は、ありませんでした。期待外れでした。残念ながらアトラクションとしての金額と時間を考えると、次回のリクエストには選べないと思いました。
This was my second helicopter tour, but it was my first time sitting next to the pilot. The view was wide and I highly recommend it. You can see down very well, so this tour offered great views of the waterfalls and canyons. I think 50 minutes is just the right length.
The pilot was very kind and cheerful. He seemed to be a former military pilot, so his skills were definitely impressive. All the staff were also very friendly. There are many wonderful views on the Big Island that you can't see from a car or land, so I think taking a helicopter tour to see them from the sky is a great experience. I've heard that during periods of volcanic eruptions, reservations fill up quickly and it's hard to get a spot. Definitely give it a try!
ヘリコプターツアーは二度目でしたが、パイロット横の席は初めてでした。視界が広くおすすめです。下の方までよく見えるので、このツアーは滝や渓谷がよく見えました。50分は適当な長さだと思います。
パイロットの方はとても優しくて陽気でした。元軍のパイロットだったらしく、腕は間違いないです。スタッフの皆さんもとても親切でした。ハワイ島は車や陸からでは見られない素晴らしい景色が沢山あるのでヘリコプターツアーで空から見るのは良い経験だと思います。火山が噴火してる期間は予約がいっぱいで取れないとか。是非試して見て下さい。
If you are prone to motion sickness, it's a good idea to take some motion sickness medication beforehand.
乗り物酔いする人は酔い止めを飲んでおくと良いでしょう。
My daughter enjoyed herself. The attendants were extremely helpful and knowledgeable. She had a great time and the dolphins were awesome.
The location is a 15-minute walk from Ocean Tower, and it takes about 15 minutes by tram as well. Check-in for general seating is on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 16:45, so we lined up at 16:00 and were the first ones there. Premium seats are prioritized in the front, while general seating is in the back blocks. The show runs roughly until 20:30, and at the end, everyone can take photos. The meat at the buffet was delicious. Additionally, the American couple at the neighboring table kindly struck up a conversation with us, which made for a very enjoyable experience.
場所はオーシャンタワーから徒歩15分、トラムに乗車でも15分くらいかかります。先着順16:45チェックイン(一般席)との事で、16:00に並んで1番乗りでした。席はプレミアムシートは優先的に前側、一般席はそれよりも後ろのブロックになります。ざっくり20:30までショーがあり、最後には写真撮影も各自出来ます。ビュッフェの肉が美味しかったです。また、私たちはとなりの席のアメリカのご夫婦が優しく話しかけてくれ、とても楽しい気分でした。
Great fun and experience. The crew were exceptional. They were very professional and knowledgeable.
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that you enjoyed the trip and your interactions with our crew.
We know there are a lot of ways to spend the morning while you're on the Big Island and we're honored you chose to spend part of one of yours with us.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
We took this tour with Jason. It was amazing. Jason, a local, was fantastic. He was personable, engaging, entertaining and extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the tour, and Hawaiian culture and lifestyle. The views speak for themselves and are breathtaking.
Highly recommend this excursion to anyone who is interested in views, astronomy, and something different to do, when on vacation. I thoroughly enjoyed this adventure and look forward to the next time.
Aloha Rick, Thank you so much for your kind review! Jason is a wealth of knowledge are we are so glad you enjoyed your time with us. We look forward to hosting you again soon!
I was helped by the Japanese staff.
It was my first time interacting with dolphins.
They were very cute and I was smiling the whole time.
Since such experiences are rare, if you have the chance to interact with them, I recommend doing it even if it's expensive.
I was able to spend a happy time.
Thank you very much! ♪
日本人スタッフがおられたので助かりました。
イルカとの触れ合いは初めてでした。
とっても可愛く終始笑顔でした。
こんな体験はなかなか出来ないので触れ合う機会があれば、高くても体験して欲しいです。
幸せな時間を過ごすことができました。
有り難うございました♪
While flying over the vast skies of the Big Island, the lack of changing scenery was a bit disappointing, but I enjoyed the views of Kilauea Volcano and the coastline. I had hoped to see lava around Kilauea Volcano, but unfortunately, that didn't happen.
ハワイ島の広大な上空をフライトしている時は、風景の変化も乏しく、少し期待外れのところもありましたが、キラウエア火山、海岸線等では、楽しめました。キラウエア火山周辺では、溶岩等が見えることも期待していましたが、残念でした。
Our group thoroughly enjoyed the luau. The whole production was amazing. The musicians and dancers were incredibly talented. The host of the show, Hoku was a wonderful personality. The food of the buffet was delicious. There was so much to try featuring different cuisines. All around, we are happy to have chosen this luau. The only thing that would make it better, would be an ocean view.
My husband, daughter and I attended this luau. I've been to several luaus and this one had the best food, great entertainment and an amazing Fire dancer. We all enjoyed ourselves. Great service, tasty food and wonderful show.
Gorgeous, unimaginably beautiful views. Very interesting and informative guided tour. Strenuous though, they warned us about the low oxygen and a couple people were visibly feeling ill. "Dinner" was hot but not very good (heavily salted vegetable lasagne).