All Reviews for Sunset & Cocktail Cruises

I woke up early with the kids and was excited to go.

I had heard that the captain would let us know if there were whales, but I couldn't understand in English, so I hurried to follow everyone else. Unfortunately, we didn't get to see any whales. It's a natural occurrence, so I understand, but I started to think that maybe I don't need to try again.

However, the staff was kind, and the boat was wonderful!

子供達と朝早起きしてワクワクしていきました。

くじらがいたら、キャプテンがお知らせしてくれると聞いていたけど
英語で分からず、皆が動く方へ急いでついて行ったけど
くじらの姿は見れなくて残念でした。
自然のものなので、仕方ないけど
リベンジはもういいかなって思ってしまいました

でもスタッフさんは親切で素敵な船でした！

We gathered in the morning and took a bus to the dock. The boat was large and impressive, and it was great that it didn't sway much. Fortunately, we encountered a pod of whales several times. Although we were a bit far from them, we could definitely feel their presence, which was very fulfilling. It seems that the encounter rate is high, so I think it's worth going during whale season.

朝集合し、バスで船着場から船へ。大きくて立派な船で、そんな揺れもなくてよかったです。
幸いクジラの群れに何度も遭遇できました。船からの距離は少し離れていたものの、その存在はしっかり感じられて、充実感がありました^_^
遭遇率も高いようなので、クジラのシーズンには行って損はないと思います。

We boarded a large ship and headed offshore from Honolulu. We could see the Honolulu skyline and Diamond Head, and we searched for whales at a distance quite close to the land.

When a whale is spotted, there’s an announcement on the ship saying, “There it is at the direction of ◯ o'clock,” so we can move smoothly. (laugh)

In the first half, the whales were so far away that we couldn’t see them at all without binoculars, and I wasn’t excited at all. However, in the second half, suddenly two whales came close to the ship! I was thrilled to see them spouting water and their fins with the naked eye! I felt the grandeur of nature. I highly recommend it! 😊

大きな船に乗ってホノルルの沖合へ。
普通にホノルルのビル群や、
ダイヤモンドヘッドが見える、
陸からかなり近い距離でくじらを探します。

見つかったら船内アナウンスで、
◯時の方向にいますよー
って放送があるので、
スムーズに移動しましょう。笑

前半はまったく近くに見えず、
双眼鏡が必要なレベルの遠い距離にいるだけで、
まったくテンション上がりませんでした。
しかし、後半になって、急に二頭のクジラが
船のそばへ！
肉眼で潮を吹く様子や、ヒレが見えて感動！
自然の雄大さを感じました。
とてもオススメです(^^)

It was my first whale watching cruise. Since you can't guarantee a sighting, I was nervous, but I'm glad we were able to see them safely.

We didn't see the spectacular jumps like in the photos, but a baby whale popped its head up several times, and it was very cute. I wonder if it was practicing its jumps?

The cruise was longer than I expected, and even if we hadn't seen any whales, I think I would have been fully satisfied just enjoying the beautiful sea and scenery of Hawaii.

By the way, we took the bus from our hotel in Honolulu to the meeting point, and even as a first-time bus rider in Hawaii, I arrived safely. However, the bus frequency is low, so be careful with the timing.

Next time, I hope to see some impressive jumps!

初めてのホエールウォッチングクルーズでした。必ず見れるわけではないので、ドキドキでしたが、無事に見れて良かったです。
写真で見るような豪快なジャンプは見れませんでしたが、赤ちゃんクジラが何度も顔を出してくれて、とても可愛かったです。ジャンプの練習してたのかな？
思ったよりクルージングも長く、もしクジラが見れなかったとしても、ハワイの綺麗な海と景色が見れて充分満足だったと思います。
ちなみに、集合場所までは自分たちでホノルルのホテルからバスで行きましたが、ハワイのバス初体験の私でも無事に到着できました。ただし、バスの本数は少ないので、時間には要注意です。

次回は、豪快な迫力あるジャンプが見れれば良いなと思います。

I participated in a morning plan that included breakfast. I thought it would be unlikely to see whales, but shortly after we set sail, there was an announcement that whales were nearby. We were able to see the whales' backs and their spouts up close. The boat drifted near the whales for a while, and we continued to see their backs and spouts. Although it was a wonderful breakfast buffet, I was so captivated by the whales that I hardly ate, and I wondered if breakfast was even necessary. On the way back to the port, we were also able to see a rainbow over the island. While we didn't see the kind of jumps often featured in photos, I was still very satisfied.

午前中の朝食付きのプランで参加しました。くじらはなかなかみられないだろうなと思いながら参加しましたが、出航してすぐにくじらがいると放送があり、くじらが近くにいて、くじらの背中と潮吹きがみられました。その後もくじらの近くを船が漂い、ずっとくじらの背中や潮吹きがみられました。せっかくの朝食ビュッフェでしたが、くじらに夢中であまり食べられず、朝食はなくてもよかったのかなと思いました。帰港中に島にかかった虹もみることができました。写真でよくみるようなジャンプはみられませんでしたが、満足でした。

We experienced it as a family of six, but it's hard to say we saw a whale! We only caught a glimpse of its back.

家族６人で体験したけど、クジラを見た！とはなかなか言いにくい感じでした
背中の少し見えただけ？でした！

A bit rough waters but the crew handed it beautifully! So fun and helpul...great guys!! Highly recommend!!

This was an absolutely wonderful trip that included drinks, music, and a lot of fun. The drinks were great but be prepared to only have the option between Carona and Mai Tais (which were strong and well made). The music was a combination of rap, pop, mixed with a little country and a variety of other genres. I would highly recommend this experience to anyone who is looking for a beautiful sunset in an amazing city with a lively crew.

This was our second time doing this same sunset cruise and we enjoyed it both times!! We even saw dolphins this time!

At first, I was anxious because it said only English would be spoken, but when I actually boarded, there were Japanese people on board, which made me feel relieved! On the day of the trip, I was picked up near my accommodation at the Outrigger and taken to the port, where I received instructions about boarding. (There was a public restroom nearby.) There were about 20 to 30 participants (including 6 Japanese people, including us), and we slowly moved in front of Waikiki Beach. The waves were calm that day, and the boat didn't sway at all.

On the boat, soft drinks (Pepsi, Diet Pepsi, ginger ale, and water) were available for unlimited refills, and it felt like you could just help yourself from the icebox (laughs). There were sweet snacks like Ritz sandwich cookies available! After about 30 minutes from departure, we dropped anchor and received the signal to enter the water. There were also floating rings and children's life jackets, which made me feel safe for families with kids! You could jump into the sea from the side of the boat, or there were stairs in the middle for entering the water, which was reassuring!

There was about 40 to 50 minutes of free time to swim and take photos! (I recommend a waterproof cover for your phone.) It was a clear day, and the sunset and Waikiki Beach were incredibly beautiful! After the free time ended, we slowly returned to the port while moving towards Diamond Head, and finally, we were taken back to the Outrigger, just like on the way there. It was my first time in Hawaii, but even as a beginner, I felt comfortable, and I thought this experience was a great value for the price, so I definitely recommend everyone to participate!

最初は英語しか通じないと書いてあったので
不安でしたが実際乗船してみたら日本人の方も
いて安心して乗ることが出来ました！
当日は宿泊先の近くのアウトリガーまでピックアップしてもらい港に、そこから乗船時の注意事項などの説明を受けて乗船！(近くに公衆トイレがありました)
参加の方はだいたい20～30人(日本の方は自分達含めて6人)くらいで、ワイキキビーチ前をゆっくり進みます、この日は波も穏やかで船自体は全然ゆれませんでした。
船の中ではソフトドリンク(ペプシ・ダイエットペプシ・ジンジャエール・水)が飲み放題となっておりアイスボックスから勝手にどうぞ的な感じでした(笑)
スナックはリッツサンドみたいな甘いお菓子が
置いてあります！
出発から30分くらいするとイカリを降ろして
OKの合図で海に入る事が出来ます、また棒状の浮き輪や子供用のライフジャケットがありお子さま連れでも安心だなと思いました！
海へは船のサイドから飛び込むか、中央には入水用の階段も設置されており安心です！
だいたい40～50分くらいの自由時間があって
海に入ったり写真を撮ったり出来ます！(携帯の防水カバーをオススメします)
この日は快晴でサンセットやワイキキビーチが凄い綺麗でした！
自由時間が終わるとダイヤモンドヘッド側に移動しながらゆっくりと港に帰港し、最後は行きと同じアウトリガーまで送迎してもらい終了！
初めてのハワイでしたが初心者の私でも平気でしたし、この内容でこの参加費はお得だなと思いましたので皆様も是非参加してみて下さい！

I was able to play in the sea until sunset!!
There was an all-you-can-eat supply of juice, water, and snacks!!
I was satisfied to see the beautiful sunset!

夕日までの時間海で遊ぶことができました！！
ジュースとお水やお菓子が食べ放題でした！！
綺麗な夕日を見れて満足です！

I went whale watching in early February 2020. The weather was nice, but we couldn't see any whales. I thought maybe it was a bit early in the season since they apparently don't jump until after giving birth. The hotel sent a bus to pick us up, but it arrived more than 10 minutes late, which made me anxious that we might have gone to the wrong meeting place. Once the bus arrives, they call out names, so there's no need to worry while waiting. I opted for the breakfast option, but there wasn't much time, and the menu was quite limited, which was disappointing. The good thing was that the sea was beautiful! I hope this helps you.

2020年2月初旬にホエールウォッチング。天気良かったけれど、クジラは観れず。子供を産んだ後でないと飛び跳ねないらしく、ちょっとシーズン早かったのかなっと思った。ホテルにバスが迎えにきてくれたが、10分以上遅れてバスが到着。集合場所を間違えたのかと不安になってしまった。バスが来たら名前で呼んでくれるから心配せずに待ってればいい。朝食付きの物にしたが時間が少なく、またメニューもかなり少ないので残念。良かったのは海が綺麗だったってことですかね！参考にしてもらえればと思います。

Good night on the water. Kinda breezy and the view was not what I expected. I thought we would be closer than what we were. Overall a good deal though.

Great time. No bathroom was a plus, never peed off a boat like that before, it was an experience. Would definitely go again, the captain and first mate we’re very cool. It’s a smaller boat but don’t let that steer you away.

I was worried about whether I would really be able to see anything based on the reviews, but from about 30 minutes after departure, I was able to see continuously. I couldn't see the large figure right in front of me, though... I didn't include breakfast, so I went outside early and watched from above. There were English announcements followed by explanations in Japanese, so I think it would be fine for those who don't understand English. Since this ship is large, I think even those who are prone to seasickness would be okay. On the way back, I asked the driver if I could be dropped off at Ala Moana, and I thought he said okay, but in the end, I was just passed by. However, I was able to get off without going to the pickup location, which saved me time for my plans afterward. Next time, I want to go on a slightly smaller ship.

口コミをみて、本当にみられるか心配でしたが、出航して30分くらいからずーっとみれました。
大きな姿を目の前で！というわけにはいかなかったのですが…。
朝食はつけなかったので、早めに外に出て上の方から見てました。
英語のアナウンスに続いて日本語の説明もあり、英語が分からないひとでも問題ないかと思います。
この船は大きいので、酔いやすい人も大丈夫だと思います。
帰りに、アラモアナで降ろしてもらえるかドライバーに聞いたのですが、OKと言ったと思っていたら結局素通りされてしまいましたが、ピックアップの場所まで行かなくても、降りることが出来たので、その後の予定への時間を節約でしました。
次はもう少し小さい船で行きたいと思います。

I went on a sunset cruise.
The meeting place was easy to find, and check-in was simple.
The weather was nice, making for a pleasant cruising experience.
The crew was friendly and made it comfortable.
The Mai Tai was delicious.

サンセットクルーイングに行きました。
集合場所もわかりやすく、チエックインも簡単。
天候が良くて気持ちの良いクルージングでした。
クルーが親切で快適でした。
マイタイがおいしいです。

This excursion was beyond what I expected! The boat ride was smooth and there was plenty of space for my friends and I to enjoy the ride! We had cute bean bag chairs to sit on which added to our excitement. The crew members showed great service and were happy to get to know us a little when the time was right and everyone on board had been helped. Very easy going and fun guys to hang out with! The crew even made our friends proposal extra special by turning the boat around at the perfect time so we could have the best pictures of the event- and were more than happy to celebrate by bringing out champagne! I also feel like I need to comment on the food- the Brussels were the best I’ve ever had- and being from the south, I’ve tried them many ways. If you’re going on this excursion, be prepared to have a great evening, get your toes wet, and enjoy the views. 10/10 for a great time and great company!

The weather was nice, and I was able to see two whales. The sea breeze felt good, and it was wonderful to see Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the ocean, making Oahu look beautiful.

良い天気で、2匹の鯨を見ることができました。
海風も気持ちよく、ワイキキビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドも見えて海から見るオアフ島も素敵でした。

Watching the fireworks from a boat was my first experience, and it was wonderful to enjoy them slowly while sipping on a Mai Tai. I definitely want to participate again next time.

花火鑑賞を船の上から見たのは初めての体験で ゆっくりとマイタイを飲みながら見れたのが素晴らしかった 次回も是非参加したいです

We did the EarlyBird Breakfast Cruise on Jan. 22, 2020. It was wonderful. Easy to arrive and enjoy some breakfast before leaving. Food and drinks were well worth the price.
Shortly after leaving we saw the whale breaching amd we were all amazed.
Capt. Mike and crew did an amazing job.
Highly recommend!!!

At first, there were no whales, so we enjoyed a leisurely cruise. The weather was nice, and it felt great to relax while taking in the views of the sea and mountains.

In the end, there was a rush of whale sightings! We all reacted to the captain's announcements of "Look in the direction of 3 o'clock!" and moved around the boat together. We were thrilled to see about three whales spouting water and showing their tails as they dove!

初めはクジラが現れなかったのでゆったりクルージング。お天気も良く海や山等、景色を眺めながらゆっくり過ごして気持ちよかったです。

最後にクジラさん出現ラッシュ！
５回くらい船長の「何時の方向に見えました！」と言うアナウンスに反応し乗客みんなで船上を移動。３頭くらいのクジラが塩を吹いたり、潜るのに尾ビレを見せたりする姿が見え感動しました！

We participated as a couple in our fifties along with our 26-year-old son. While waiting to board, we noticed that the people returning from the previous cruise seemed to be foreigners. There were flashy splashes of water, loud music, and energetic dancing, creating a truly club-like atmosphere on the water.

"Wait, are we getting on that? Is that what it's like? This feels completely out of our element!" Even our usually lively son turned serious, and the three of us froze on the beach.

However, during our sunset cruise, the crowd was evenly mixed with Japanese and foreigners. Once we boarded, it wasn't as intense as the previous cruise. They offered various drinks, including Mai Tais, and would ask if we wanted refills when our cups were empty. They played music from DA PUMP, which showed consideration for the guests. Above all, the captain and staff were cheerful, fun, and wonderful! To top it off, we even got to see a whale for the first time in our lives.

At first, I was worried about how it would go, but my son said it was the best memory of Hawaii and he definitely wants to join again next time.

Since I get seasick, I took motion sickness medication just before boarding and didn't drink any alcohol, which worked out perfectly for me. However, around 4:30 PM, the sun was really strong, and I got quite sunburned. Also, during sunset, the wind can be chilly, so it's essential for women to have a hoodie or something similar.

It was the best memory for our family of three!

アラフィフの私達夫婦と26歳の息子の3人での参加でした。乗船待ちの時、前のクルーズの方達が砂浜へ向かって帰って来られるのを待っていると、皆さん外国の方のようでした。派手な水しぶきと爆音ミュージック、ノリノリなダンスを踊られたりと、まさに海上クラブ的な感じでした。

え？アレに乗るの？そんな感じだったの？完全アウェイじゃない？
普段イケイケ息子までもが真顔になり砂浜で家族3人フリーズしてしまいました。

しかし、私達サンセットクルーズの時は日本人の方と外国の方が半々で、いざ乗ってみると前のクルーズほどのイケイケ演出ではなく、マイタイ を始めとして各種ドリンクもコップが空けば向こうからおかわりどうですかと聞いてくれたり、DA PUMPの音楽も流れたりと客層に配慮した演出でした。なんといってもキャプテンとスタッフが明るくて楽しく素敵！おまけに人生初のクジラを見ることもできました
最初はどうなることかと案じましたが、息子はハワイ最高の思い出だと言っており次回も絶対参加したいと言っています

私は船酔するので乗船直前に酔い止め薬をのみ、ドリンクは全く飲まなかったら、全然大丈夫でした
ただ、16:30頃は日差しがすごくめっちゃ日焼けします、そしてサンセットの頃は風も冷たいので女性のかたはパーカーなど必須です。

家族3人最高の思い出です‼️

I think this is all about luck. Just when we had given up on seeing whales today and were on our way back to the port, an American woman we had been talking with found a whale spouting in the distance! When we shouted, the boat went closer to the whale...

It's strange that even with more than ten crew members on deck standing by to look for whales, the crew couldn't find any. I hope the whale spotting crew will try a little harder next time!

こればかりは運だと思います。
もう今日はクジラは無理だとあきらめて港へ帰る途中に、私たちファミリーと
一緒にお話ししていたアメリカ人女性が遠くで潮を吹くクジラを見つけました！　私たちが声を上げたので、それから船がクジラの近くに行ってくれたりしましたが。。。

デッキ上にボートクルーも10人以上もクジラ探しでスタンバイしているのに
クルーがクジラを見つけられなかったのが不思議です。
次回はクジラ発見隊クルーにもうちょっと頑張ってほしいです！

This year, the weather was nice and not too cold. However, since it's by the sea, there is some wind, so I think it's a good idea to prepare a windbreaker or something similar. Also, when boarding the boat, you might get your shins wet. Watching the fireworks from the sea is also nice.

今年は、寒くもなく、いい天気でした。
しかし、そこは海、風も多少ありますので、ウインドブレーカー等、用意された方がいいと思います。また、船に乗り込む時、膝下ぐらい濡れます。
海から見る花火も、いいと思います。

Although there were a few clouds, we were able to enjoy a beautiful sunset with calm waves. Surprisingly, there were many Japanese guests on this sailing trip as well, and we relaxed while enjoying Mai Tais and champagne. The music was nostalgic and pleasant. I had a great time chatting with someone who was on their third trip, and I thoroughly enjoyed my last evening in Hawaii. I was very satisfied to have such a rare experience.

少し雲はかかっていたものの、波も穏やかで素敵なサンセットを楽しむことが出来ました。
案外今回のセイリングは日本の方も多くいらして、リラックスして乗り込み、マイタイ、シャンペンをいただきました。
音楽も懐かしい曲が流れたり心地よかったです。
3度目という方とのお話も楽しく、ハワイ最後の夕方を楽しめました。
滅多にない経験をさせていただけて、大満足でした。

ホノルル滞在時は毎回参加するホノルルのサンセットと
風を浴びながらのサンセットクルーズ。
フォトジェニックなのでカメラも必携。
クルーや乗客との会話も楽しめます。

Cocktail cruise while enjoying the sunset.
You can enjoy comfortable sailing while experiencing the sunset and breeze in Honolulu.
It's very photogenic, so don't forget your camera.
Since it departs from Kewalo Basin, you can park your car right in front, and you won't get wet like you might when boarding from the beach.

サンセットを眺めながらのカクテルクルーズ。
ホノルルのサンセットと風を浴びながら快適なセイリングが楽しめます。
フォトジェニックなのでカメラをお忘れなく。
ケワロベイスン発なので車も目の前に停められ、
またビーチ発のように濡れることも無く乗船できます。

Cocktail cruise while watching the sunset.
You can enjoy comfortable sailing while taking in the sunset and breeze in Honolulu.
It's very photogenic, so don't forget your camera.
There's also parking available at Hilton, making it convenient if you're renting a car.

サンセットを眺めながらのカクテルクルーズ。
ホノルルのサンセットと風を浴びながら快適なセイリングが楽しめます。
フォトジェニックなのでカメラをお忘れなく。
ヒルトンの駐車場もあるのでレンタカーでも便利です。

I could see a few stars in the night sky, and there were some small fireworks. However, the most difficult part was the crowded boat. There were too many people.

夜空から星が少しだけ見えたり、こじんまりした花火が観れたりってかんじでした。ただ、一番辛かったのが、満員の船でした。人が多すぎです。

I'm grateful that the captain tells us which direction to look for the whales. In fact, there were several whales in that direction, but we could only see their dorsal fins, which was disappointing.

A small boat was quite close to the whales, so even though it was a bit rocky, being in a smaller boat might allow you to feel the size and power of the whales more.

Breakfast was delicious, but I felt it was a bit pricey for what you get...

クジラがいると船長さんが何時の方向に見えますと言ってくれるのでありがたいです。
実際その方向にクジラが何頭かいましたが背鰭しか見えず残念でした｡。

小さなボートがかなりクジラに接近していたので、揺れがキツくても小さなボートの方がクジラの大きさや迫力は感じられるかもしれません。

朝食は美味しかったですが、お値段の割にはお高く感じました…