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It's was a very fun time. The crew were competent as well as entertaining. The crowd were of varied ages, so it made everyone comfortable and included. A beautiful evening in Waikiki. My wife and I went on the cruise instead of a luau for our 34th anniversary and we have absolutely NO regrets. I highly recommend it
We participated as a family of four. Most of the participants were Westerners, creating an exceptional exotic atmosphere. With Diamond Head in the background and other yachts coming and going in the sunset, it turned out to be the perfect sunset cruise. It was a wonderful memory.
家族4人で参加。ほとんどが西洋人で異国情緒の雰囲気抜群。夕陽にダイヤモンドヘッドをバックに他のヨットが行き来し、これ以上ないサンセットクルーズになりました。素晴らしい思い出です。
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We participated as a couple, and about 70% of the passengers were from English-speaking countries. The crew was very attentive, and we enjoyed ourselves so much that we didn't feel any language barrier. The cruising experience was very pleasant, and the sunset provided us with a valuable experience. It was such a great time on the Holokai Catamaran that we would love to participate again next time.
私たちは夫婦で参加しました、乗船者の７割くらいの方は英語圏の方でしたが、クルーの気配りも良く言葉のハンデも感じないほど楽しく過ごさせて頂きました。クルージングはとても気持ちよく、サンセットは貴重な体験をさせて頂きました。次回も参加をしたいと思うほど良いホロカイ・カタマラン号です。
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My girlfriend and I went on this cruise on a whim for some romance. We got a deal, so decided to try it out. Also, we are locals who live on Oahu, so it was convenient. The staff (captain, first mate, and bartender) were kind of hokey, but friendly and on it. Dinner wasn't served right away, but drinks (beer, cocktails, soda, water) were available at the bar. You get one free drink ticket. The prices were reasonable, and they accept credit/debit cards. The dinner buffet consisted of teri chicken, beef stir fry, tofu lettuce wraps, veg lumpia, boiled red potatoes, and rice, and they were all tasty. I opted out but you get a cookie for dessert. The catamaran was clean and spacious. The ride was smooth, and the ocean was beautiful. We didn't see any sea life, but we understand that nature doesn't run on our time. The first mate announced the sunset when she saw it beginning, which was thoughtful. All the passengers were able to take pictures. We met a newlywed couple from Seattle. The passengers were a good group, all just chillin' and enjoying the perfect weather. My girlfriend got a bit cold when the sun went down and she brought a sweater, so I'd suggest that. Also, wear shades, slippers, and comfortable clothing, nothing fancy.
The only criticism I had was that you have to check in 30 mins. before departure, and wait in the hot sun. The check-in attendant wasn't very friendly, but it's ok. It's not great to sit in a hot shack all day waiting to repeat the same instructions over and over to passengers. The parking isn't bad. We parked at Kewalo Basin Park and walked about 10 mins. but paid parking is $1/hr, I think.
The cruise is a good way to relax, so I would recommend it for locals and tourists.
Thank you so much for your candid review! We are always glad to have our island residents aboard, it looks like your enjoyed your Makani experience as well. We will remind our check-in staff of the canopy use and how important it is for customer service. We look forward to having you sail with us again. Aloha MakaniCat
The crew was awesome! They were funny and very informative. The first mate was the best!!! I would highly recommend them.
Sounds like you've had a great Makani experience! We will let our 1st Mate know that he has a fan!! Thank you so much! MakaniCat
I participated with my wife and my parents, who are nearly 80 years old. We found out at the last minute that our reserved sunset cruise was not available due to Independence Day, so we hurriedly signed up for this plan instead. It was quite a bit over our budget, but in the end, it was definitely the right choice. We were able to watch the Independence Day fireworks from the boat, and my parents were absolutely thrilled.
家内と80歳目前の両親と一緒に参加しました。他に予約していたサンセットクルーズが独立記念日ということで予約できてないことが直前にわかり、慌ててこちらのプランを申し込みました。予算的にはかなりオーバーしましたが、結果的にこちらで大正解でした。独立記念日の花火も船上から見ることができて、両親も大喜びでした。
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠にありがとうございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。また、ハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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This is my fifth time participating! It's become a tradition to join when I'm staying in Honolulu on Fridays! It's the best! Even in summer, it can be cold, so I recommend bringing a jacket.
今回で５回目の参加です！
金曜に、ホノルル滞在の時は参加するのが定番に！
最高ですよ～
夏場でも寒いので上着は持参をおすすめです。
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This excursion was very nice. If you get seasick I recommend the wristbands. I bought mine at a store prior, but they sell them at the check in booth. Their whole staff were so nice. By far the nicest crew. They were very attentive. Always making sure u didn't need anything. The music was excellent and our speaker Micheala was the sweetest and very informative about the island. She even did a hula dance for us right before we left. The food and the sunset were great. I recommend this one for sure :)))
Have used pacific whale foundation in past for sunset cruises but decided to try this company for a change. We had steak menu which was delicious apart from the fact that no choice was given on how you prefered the steak cooked. Only first drink served at table other drinks were served at bar. The tables and seats were packed in close and the chairs bolted to floor. It was really difficult to get in and out of chairs to go to bar. Overall staff were pleasant and entertainment ok but if we were to choose a dinner cruise again it would not be on the princess. Sorry guys but I know we were on the ocean but we ain't sardines
It was a participation with my friend's 10-year-old twins and the four of us. The weather was cloudy and not very clear, but the little ones seemed to enjoy the boat swaying in the waves, which felt like a roller coaster. It would have been perfect if there were fewer clouds!
友達の10歳の双子と4人での参加でした。
雲が多くスッキリしない天気でしたが、チビッ子たちは波に揺れる船がジェットコースターみたいで楽しかったようです。
これで雲が少なければ最高でした！
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I participated with my wife. There were no other Japanese participants besides us. There were about 15 passengers, mostly couples and newlyweds. It seems that there is a limit on the number of participants, so we were able to use the space comfortably. We could move freely inside the ship, and it was also possible to lie down on the deck. The meals were served buffet-style, and the taste was quite standard.
The ship itself was large and had little sway, so I was able to consume alcohol without feeling seasick. Since we departed during daylight hours, I recommend using sunscreen and a hat (which are provided on board).
Additionally, since the pick-up time to the hotel was around 4:00 PM, it is also possible to participate in this tour after morning activities.
妻と参加しました。自分達以外の参加者で日本の方はおられませんでした。乗客数は15人程度で夫婦や新婚旅行で来られた方が多かったです。おそらく人数制限していると思われ、広々と使うことができました。船内は自由に移動ができ、デッキの上で寝そべることも可能です。食事はビュッフェ形式で、味は一般的なものです。
船自体が大きく、揺れが少なかったのでアルコールを摂取していましたが、船酔いすることもありませんでした。明るい時間帯から出港するため、日焼け止めや(船内に装備されています)帽子の使用をお勧めします。
上記に加え、ホテルまでのお迎えの時刻が16:00前後であったため、午前中のアクティビティの後にこのツアーに参加するといった方法も可能です。
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Since I participated on Friday night, I was able to enjoy the sunset as well as the Hilton fireworks from the boat, which was wonderful. The staff were all cheerful, and I was able to have a fun time throughout. There was plenty of time, and I was satisfied with being able to leisurely enjoy both the sunset and the night view.
金曜の夜に参加したので、サンセットに加えてヒルトンの花火も船上から見ることができ、とてもよかったです。スタッフの方が皆陽気で、終始楽しい気分で過ごせました。時間がたっぷりあり、夕陽も夜景もゆっくり楽しめて満足でした。
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The captain and crew mate were excellent. They were having fun and clearly love their jobs. We had a great time and got to see beautiful sights.
While waiting to depart, I got completely soaked from the waves hitting the shore! If you don't like getting wet, I recommend avoiding the seats in front of the left-side railing. At first, I felt a bit seasick from the rocking, but I gradually got used to it. By the middle of the trip, the wind felt pleasant, the music was uplifting, and interacting with people from different countries was enjoyable. It was really great!
出港待ちの間に、岸に当たった波で、全身ずぶ濡れ！
濡れるのが嫌な方は、左側 手すり前の席は避けた方が良いと思います。
はじめの内は揺れで酔いそうになりましたが、だんだん慣れてきて、中盤を過ぎた頃には、風が心地良く、音楽に心踊り、異国の方達との交流も楽しく、とても良かったです‼︎
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I was looking forward to the fireworks viewing event on this trip. The ship was mostly filled with foreigners, just like in other people's experiences, but since the purpose was cruising and watching fireworks, I was able to enjoy it without worrying. There were reviews saying the fireworks themselves weren't that impressive, but considering the context of watching them in Hawaii, I think they were on par with Japan's large fireworks festivals.
この旅で楽しみにしていたイベントである花火鑑賞。
船内は他の方の体験談同様、ほとんどが外国人でしたが目的はクルージング～花火だったので逆に気にせず楽しめました。
花火自他は大したものではないとのレビューもありましたが、ハワイで見るというフィルターを考えれば、日本の大きな花火大会にも引けをとらないと思いました。
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THE EXPERIENCE WAS BEYOND GREAT AND ME AND FAMILY HAD A WONDERFUL TIME
I sailed with 15 family members and that made the experience very special. The open bar was less than we expected but the staff was very nice and pretty entertaining.
It was well organized and everyone was very friendly. The singer Leilani was amazing she is a talented musician and told great stories. The food was better than expected. I would recommend to anyone.
I could see the Hilton fireworks very well.
The pitch-black Waikiki cruise was mystical.
The all-you-can-drink option was quite difficult to enjoy.
ヒルトンの花火がよく見えました。
真っ暗なワイキキクルーズは神秘的。
飲み放題は中々飲みづらいなあ
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The experience was okay. The drink was okay. The narration was okay. The food was okay. Okay.
Amazing staff! The trip was amazing! The ease of changing a reservation was also a huge plus.
Booked the Holokai Catamaran for the first night of our trip. Was relaxing cruising up and down Waikiki beach. Great views of Diamond Head as well. Plenty of photo opportunities. The night we went the ocean was calm and we were able to stand up on the deck the entire time. No chance of getting sea sick. The captain even let my wife steer the boat (great photo opp). Complimentary alcohol, but a healthy tip makes all the difference. Be sure to know where the pickup location is (on the beach), because you don't want to be late and "miss the boat". Perfect excursion to start off our trip. Cruise returns just in time for dinner. I'm returning to Waikiki in November and will be booking this cruise again.
The highlight of the tour is the fireworks on Friday night. Everyone can enjoy them from the deck with an unobstructed view. Thanks to Captain Josh, Crew Corinne, and Lisa, we had a great time. For some reason, we were encouraged to drink plenty of alcohol (what was the two-drink limit about?).
By the way, the tour is in English. I think it's fine even for those who are not good at English as long as you follow the people around you.
Staying at Hilton Village made it convenient. It's a 54-passenger catamaran yacht. To be honest, it does sway. Depending on the weather, it could get quite rough. I think this is a matter of personal preference. My companions were upset, but we were fortunate with the weather. Also, everyone had to board barefoot, leaving shoes in a box at the pier.
There is no cooler, but since we were on the water, it wasn't hot and was actually quite pleasant. It became a great memory.
肝心のツアークライマックスは金曜日晩の花火です。これはデッキで全員文句なしに特等席で見られます。
Captain Josh & Crew Corinne とLisaのおかげで楽しく過ごせました。なぜかアルコールもふんだんに飲まされました。(2杯のリミットはなんだったんでしょうか)
ちなみに英語ツアーになります。英語苦手な方でも周りの人に合わせてれば問題ないと思います。
ヒルトンビレッジ泊だったので楽でした。
双胴船の54人乗りのヨットです。正直なところ揺れます。天候次第ではとんでもないことになるかな。ヨットだから。これは好き嫌いかなり別れると思います。同行者は怒ってましたが天候に恵まれ助かりました。また全員素足での乗船となり、埠頭のボックスに靴は預けることになります。
クーラーもありませんが海上なので暑くなくむしろ気持ち良かったです。
良い思い出になりました。
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We had an amazing time!! Unlimited Mai-Tai cocktail and drinks, great staff and nice music while cruising Waikiki beach!! What else to expect from this tour?
We absolutely recommend it to people that want to have an unforgettable Friday night at Oahu!!
I was thinking about where to watch the fireworks at Hilton on Friday when I discovered this option and signed up immediately!
There were more foreigners than Japanese participants (when I went, it was about 30% Japanese). Before boarding, the people who had gone on the sunset tour returned, and everyone was super excited. I got on a bit apprehensively, wondering why they were so hyped up (laughs). The staff were very cheerful and kept recommending Mai Tais, and the foreigners were singing and dancing to the music playing in the background, getting more and more pumped up. In the end, we all joined in a big sing-along and had a blast! I finally understood why the people who boarded earlier were so energetic. I was worried I might get seasick, but I didn't feel seasick at all; I just got drunk (laughs). However, after getting off the boat, due to the alcohol, I still felt a bit wobbly as if I was still on the boat for a while.
It was so much fun that it has become one of the activities I absolutely want to recommend to anyone going to Hawaii, and I will definitely participate in it again the next time I go to Hawaii. It was June, but it was a bit chilly at night, so having a light jacket or something might be a good idea.
金曜日のヒルトンの花火をどこで見ようかと考えていた所
このオプションを発見して、即申し込み！
参加者は日本人よりも外国人の方が多く（私が乗った時は日本人3割くらいかな）
乗る前に、サンセットツアーに行っていた人たちが帰ってきて
みんなめっちゃテンション高くて、なんであんなテンション高くなってるんだ
って若干引き気味で乗ったんだけど（笑）
スタッフはめっちゃ陽気でどんどんマイタイを薦めて来るし
外国人たちはアルコールが入ってBGMで流れている歌を歌ったり踊ったり
どんどんテンションも上がって、最終的には私たちも大合唱で大はしゃぎ！
先に乗ってた人たちのテンション高い意味がよくわかった。
船酔いするかも？って心配してたけど
船酔いは全然せず、ただ酒に酔っただけでした（笑）
でも、船を降りた後はアルコールのせいもあって
まだ船に乗っているようなフワフワ感がしばらく抜けませんでした。
とにかく楽し過ぎるので、これからハワイに行く人には絶対オススメしたいアクティビティの1つになりましたし、自分も今後ハワイに行く時には必ず参加するアクティビティの1つになりました。
6月だったけど夜は少し肌寒いので薄手のジャケット等があった方がいいかもです。
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Good food, friendly staff, fantastic views and entertaining music.... drinks and dance were an added plus. Last minute booking worked out very well. Book early to ensure a shittle space... We drove and enjoyed quaint town shops before and after cruise... we'd do it again!
We set sail from the beach while the sun is high, gently swaying with the pleasant breeze and waves as we round Diamond Head. While enjoying the scenery and sipping drinks, we gradually transition into dusk. It's always packed, but as we toast and chat, time flies by, so standing is perfectly fine. And finally, we witness the beautiful sunset sinking into the horizon. It's not an expensive tour with meals included, so it's easy to join. Enjoying the sunset while savoring a pre-dinner drink (all-you-can-drink♪), we then have a leisurely dinner at a delicious restaurant.
陽の高いうちにビーチから出航し、心地よい風と波に揺られながらダイヤモンドヘッドの向こう側まで回り込みます。
お酒を飲みながら、風景を楽しんでのんびりしているうちにだんだん夕暮れに。
毎回満席であふれてますが、乾杯したり、おしゃべりしたりしているうちにあっという間に時間が過ぎるので立ったままでも全然大丈夫でした。
そして最後に水平線に沈む美しいサンセット
お食事付きの高価なツアーではないので気軽に参加出来ます。
サンセットを堪能しながら食前酒（呑み放題♪）を楽しみ、その後美味しいレストランでゆっくりディナーです
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There were Japanese participants, including our family and one couple. The rest were all foreigners, but the atmosphere was nice, and after a little while, we were asked to take photos. Even though I didn't understand much of the language, I had a great time.
When we raised the sails and cut through the wind, it felt amazing and was so much fun. We went quite far out, and I was able to see parts of Diamond Head that I usually can't, and the boat stopped so we could properly enjoy the sunset.
The captain and crew were handsome as well. I definitely want to join the sunset cruise again next time.
参加者に日本人は私達、ファミリーと1組カップルが参加されていました。
他は、外国の方ばかりでしたが雰囲気も良く、少し時間が経つと写真撮影を頼まれたりして、言葉があまり理解できなくても、十分に楽しめました。
途中で帆を上げ、風を切って進む時は最高に気持ち良く、楽しいです。
結構、沖の方まで出てくれてダイヤモンドヘッドもいつもは見ることが出来ない所が見れ、サンセットもしっかり見る事が出来るよう船を停めてくれます。
キャプテンもクルーもイケメンでしたよ。
また、次もサンセットクルーズに参加したいと思います。
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It became cloudy, so I couldn't see the sunset, but I enjoyed the cruise itself. I opted for juice instead of alcohol because I was sure I would get seasick, but the sea breeze felt nice.
曇ってきてしまい結果的に夕陽は見れませんでしたが、クルーズ自体は楽しめました。お酒を飲むと確実にはきそうだったのでジュースにしましたが、海風が気持ちよかったです。
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I had a really good time with my husband!! Perfect date night. The food was delicious and so were the drinks.
