All Reviews for Sunset & Cocktail Cruises

On Friday we were lucky enough to enjoy the Friday fireworks boat cruise. It was so easy to book, easy to find the pick up location on the beach and so relaxing! All of the staff were so accommodating; offering us a range of alcoholic and soft drinks and making us feel so comfortable. The music was great too and they took requests! Super relaxing with lots of great photo opportunities and then we stopped at a good location to enjoy the fireworks. Will definitely recommend to anyone and will do again! Thank you- really set our last night in Hawaii up to be the best!

The reception was a bit hard to find, and I had to search for it a little. First, I moved to a spot where I could see the fireworks well and enjoyed a drink (most people had Mai Tais) while watching the fireworks. The wind was calm, and I had a pleasant time. After the fireworks ended, we went sailing out to Diamond Head and circled back to in front of the Sheraton. As we moved away from the lights of Honolulu, the stars became beautifully visible.

受付は少し分かり辛く、ちょっと探してしまいました。
まずは花火が良く見える場所まで移動しドリンク（ほとんどの方がマイタイでした）を頂きながら花火を鑑賞。風も穏やかで気持ちの良い時間を過ごせました。花火が終わると、ダイヤモンドヘッド沖までセーリングし、ぐるっと回ってシェラトン前まで戻ります。
ホノルルの光から遠ざかるので星もきれいに見えます。

We participated as a family. The staff were friendly and attentive, and there was a wide variety of delicious dishes.

家族で参加しました。スタッフの方たちは笑顔で気配りもよく、料理の品数も豊富でとても美味しかったです。

It was fun, drinks were good. Perfect place to see the fireworks on Waikiki Beach.

Good view and good drinks out on the water . Great time with friends

Fun way to get out of the water after sunset and watch the firework show!

I had a great time. Very scenic tour and great for groups.

My husband and I had a blast! Great crew!! Wish we had time to go again before leaving!

My friends and I had a wonderful time watching the fireworks and listening to dance music. The crew was very nice and filled our drinks very quick. I would recommend this tour for everyone. Also the temperature was perfect !

We were impressed with the boat. Excellent captain. Fun music and we went on a Friday for fireworks! Loved it! Suggest you do it on the Friday or any night during sunset. The sunset happens very quickly keep your camera ready!

There were more Japanese participants than I expected.
Since it wasn't a large ship, there were times when we got splashed by the waves, but in some areas, we didn't get wet.
The sunset was beautiful because the weather was nice, and I could see it very clearly while holding a Mai Tai!
Next time, I would like to participate when I can see the fireworks on Friday.

思っていたより日本人参加者が多かったです。
大型船ではないため波がかかることもありましたが、場所によっては濡れることはありませんでした。
サンセットも天気がよかったため、マイタイ片手にとてもきれいに見れました！！
次回は金曜の花火をみれるときに参加してみたいです。

As soon as we set off, we spotted a pod of dolphins, which made me think we were off to a good start. However, after that, we didn't see anything and it ended there. Given the high expectations, it was disappointing not to see any whales, and the experience ended up being boring. Additionally, since we didn't see any whales, we were given tickets that could be used during the season starting the next day, but I felt there were high hurdles, such as the fact that the tickets were only valid until January of the following year and that reservations could only be made by phone (likely in English), with no option for online booking. I think it would be better if there were options like receiving a gift (such as a whale plush toy) or a re-ticket if nothing is seen.

出発早々、イルカの群れが見えて、幸先良いかと思いましたが、その後、何も見えず、終了しました。期待が高かった分、クジラが見えなかったため、つまらなく終わりました。また、クジラが見えなかったため、翌日からシーズン内で利用できるチケットをもらいましたが、翌日から年1月までであること、電話(おそらく英語)での予約のみでwebでの予約が出来ないなどハードルが高いと感じました。見れない場合、プレゼント(例えばクジラのぬいぐるみなど)か再チケットかを選べるなどあると良いと思います。

I was supposed to go see whales, but ended up only seeing dolphins?! When I asked others, it seems that whales are rarely seen at this time of year. It's a total rip-off, and I want my money back!!

クジラを見に行ったはずが、イルカを見ただけで終わり⁉️他の人に聞いたところ、今の時期は、めったにクジラは見られないらしい。ぼったくりも甚だしいし、お金を返してほしい‼️

We gathered quite early, and after boarding, we had to wait for over 30 minutes, which was tough with kids. However, we were happy to see a large group of dolphins right after we set sail, although we didn't spot any whales. I really appreciated how hard the captain worked to take us around and how the crew was considerate towards the children; it felt very thoughtful. After disembarking, the return journey was smooth, but I thought it would have been nice to have a little time for shopping.

随分早めの集合なのか、乗船してからぼんやり待つ時間30分以上でした。子連れには辛いですが、、出航してすぐにイルカの大群が見れてハッピーでしたが鯨みえず。
でも船長さんがかなり頑張ってあちこち飛ばしてくれたり船員の方が子供に気遣いしてくれているのはすごくわかり良心的だと思いました。
降りてからはさくさく帰路なんですがちょいとショッピングの時間が取れてもよいかもと思いました。

Incredible service provided by Steve and Mario!! Loved the overall experience.

I thought it would be lucky if I could see a whale, but about an hour after boarding, I encountered a mother and baby whale! I even got to see them jump, and they came quite close, which was incredibly exciting.
I also had the opportunity to experience cultural activities like making leis and playing the ukulele, and I was able to participate in two or three of them as time allowed!

クジラが見れたらラッキーだな、くらいの気持ちでいましたが乗船から一時間くらいでくじらの親子に会えました！ジャンプもみられ、かなり近くにクジラがきてくれて大興奮でした。
カルチャー体験もレイ作りやウクレレ、フラ時間の許す限り２個３個と体験させてもらえました！

The sunset was incredibly beautiful and moving. The rocking was more intense than I expected, and almost all the Japanese passengers were down (laughs). If you're prone to motion sickness, it might be better to skip it. I had a great time, but my wife was on the verge of throwing up. In a way, it became a good memory!

夕日は最高に綺麗で、感動的でした。
揺れは思っているよりも激しく、乗っている日本人はほぼ全員ダウンしていました(笑)
酔いやすい方はやめておいた方が良いかも。
私はすごく楽しかったですが、妻は吐く寸前でした。ある意味良い思い出になりました！

Was a great experience. Picked us up outside our place on the beach (Moana Surfrider). The crew were super hospitable and provided a good atmosphere to enjoy the Friday Night Fireworks. Great spot and cold drinks.

We did the Friday night fireworks cruise and it was a blast! Fantastic crew that made sure the drinks were always flowing, so much fun!

It was a pleasant cruise with great weather. Everyone on the deck was thrilled when a mother and baby whale spouted together! On the way back, a pod of dolphins appeared and put on an impressive spin show. The breakfast buffet was delicious, and I think it was enjoyable as a cruise even if we hadn't seen any whales.

天気もよく気持ちよいクルーズでした。クジラの親子がそろって潮吹きしたのでデッキのみんなは大興奮！
帰路にはイルカの群れが現れ、派手なスピンを見せてくれました。
朝食バイキングもおいしく、たとえクジラが見られなかったとしてもクルーズとして楽しめる内容だと思いました。

I made a reservation for 13 people for a company trip. Most of us were foreigners, but there were no issues at all. We boarded the boat before 6 PM, and watching the sunset over the sea was amazing and moving. Although it was March, the sea at sunset can be a bit chilly, so I think it's better to have something to wear. If you drink too much, you'll need to go to the restroom, but it's very cramped... It might take a bit of courage to go.

会社の慰安旅行で13名で予約しました。ほとんどが外国人でしたが全然問題ありませんでした。
午後6時前に船に乗り込み夕暮れを見ながらの海は最高で感動しました。
３月でしたが夕暮れの海は肌寒いので羽織るものがあったほうがいいと思います。
飲みすぎるとトイレに行きたくなりますが非常狭くて…。ちょっと行くのに勇気がいるかもです。

There are no instructions in Japanese, as there are few Japanese participants, but I didn't have any particular issues. Additionally, it was great to see Diamond Head from a different angle since we went further out than I expected. I was very satisfied to see whales, dolphins, and a rainbow. I would like to participate again on Friday. Considering the price and content, I highly recommend it.

日本人参加者が少ないため日本語での案内はありませんが、特に困ったことはありませんでした。
また、思った以上沖に出るのでダイヤモンドヘッドを違った角度から見ることができて良かったです。
クジラ、イルカ、虹も見ることができ大満足。
次は金曜日に参加したいと思います。
金額、内容を考えるととてもオススメです。

As a result, we didn't see any whales, but we did see dolphins! On the day of our reservation, I mistakenly went to the wrong bus stop, but they kindly allowed us to change to the next day. The staff were friendly, and although we didn't see any whales, we were satisfied with seeing the dolphins!

結果、クジラは見えませんでした。イルカは見れました！予約した当日、バス乗り場を間違えましたが快く次の日に変更してくれました。スタッフの方も新鮮で、クジラは見れませんでしたがいるかは見れて満足です！

The cruise lasted too long, and the buffet was disappointing. The fireworks that I had been looking forward to ended in an instant, leaving me feeling somewhat let down. The sunset was beautiful, but you can enjoy the sunset without being on the boat...

クルーズの時間が長すぎるのと、バイキングの内容が残念。待ちに待った花火はあっというまに終わり、なんだかな～という感じ。夕陽は綺麗でしたが、船に乗らなくても夕陽は眺められるし……

It's been years since I last went sailing in Waikiki. No matter how many times I ride, it always feels great. It seems that not many Japanese people go, but once you try it, you'll definitely be hooked. The view of the Waikiki hotels and Diamond Head from the ocean is completely different from seeing it from land. This time, the weather was great, and the wind was perfect—it was the best day ever.

何年ぶりかのワイキキセーリング
何度乗っても気持ち良い。
あまり日本人は乗らなみたいですが、乗ったら病みつき間違いなしです。
沖から見る　ワイキキのホテル、ダイヤモンドヘッドは陸から見るのとは大違いです。　今回もい天気良く、風も良く最高の1日でした。

This was our first sailing experience in Hawaii and we were more than satisfied with the evening. From the boat, to the crew, to the food, and the sunset, everything was perfect. The 65' vessel was clean and spacious with plenty of room to walk around and take in the views from every direction. Diamond Head crater in the evening light was majestic and stunning.
Throughout the sail, the crew were all helpful and attentive. In addition to their regular duties of serving food and drinks and providing knowledge of marine life (we saw a whale!), they also played the role of photographers and were kindly willing to take pictures of guests with the beautiful sunset as the backdrop.
Also worth mentioning was the delicious food. If you're vegan or vegetarian, no need to fear! They were very accommodating and provided various options like tofu wraps, spring rolls, rice, potatoes, and steamed/sauteed tofu with veggies. I certainly did not leave hungry! And of course the exotic cocktails were refreshing and yummy.
The Makani Catamaran dinner cruise exceeded our expectations and left us eager to set sail again!

I took motion sickness medication, but it didn't help at all. The ride was quite bumpy. I didn't vomit, but I felt unwell, and even though there was an all-you-can-drink option, I couldn't finish my first drink. The high-energy voices of the other passengers and crew only made my nausea and headache worse. It's my own fault, but I will never participate again. I absolutely cannot recommend this for those who are prone to motion sickness or have concerns!

酔い止めを服用していきましたが、全然ダメでした。かなり揺れます。吐きはしませんでしたが気分不良で、飲み放題とのことですが、一杯目も飲みきれず。テンション高めな乗客とクルーの声で余計に嘔気と頭痛が悪化しました。自業自得ですが、二度と参加することは無いです。酔いやすい、もしくは心配な方には、絶対オススメできません！

I wanted to see the fireworks from the sea, but the night view of Waikiki and the starry sky away from the city lights were truly beautiful, and I was moved even without the fireworks. And of course, the fireworks were beautiful too.

Going barefoot and boarding during high tide can get you quite wet if the waves are not timed well. It's best to wear beach sandals and clothes that can get wet, like swimwear. My husband thought he was approaching the stairs when the waves receded, but he ended up soaked because of the incoming waves, and the material he was wearing was hard to dry, so he said he felt cold.

After disembarking, there is a shower in front where you can wash your legs.

花火を海上から見てみたい、が参加の理由でしたが、海から見えるワイキキの夜景と街の明かりから離れて見上げる星空が本当にきれいで、花火なしでも感動しました。
そしてもちろん花火もきれいでした。
裸足になるのと、満潮時の乗船で波のタイミングが悪いとかなり濡れます。ビーチサンダルと、下は水着等ぬれても良い格好で。夫は波が引いたタイミングで階段に近づいたつもりが寄せる波で下がずぶ濡れになり乾きにくい素材だったため寒いと言ってました。
下船後正面にシャワーがあるので脚は洗えます。

Watching the fireworks and enjoying the night view of Honolulu was amazing. However, it was cold. In March, I waded into the sea up to my shins at night to board the boat, and inside the boat, I was barefoot. The night sea breeze hit me directly, and by the time I disembarked, I was freezing. I think bringing a thicker jacket, using the restroom before boarding, and limiting fluid intake would make the experience even more enjoyable.

花火をみることができ、ホノルルの夜景も満喫し、それは最高でした。ただ、寒かったです。3月、夜の海にひざ下まで浸かり乗船し、船の中は裸足。夜の海風をモロに受けて、下船するころには体が冷え冷えでした。厚めの上着持参、乗船前にトイレ、なるべく水分は控えめにすると、より楽しめると思います。

Last year, I went on a sunset sailing trip on the catamaran, but this year there were light snacks (which turned out to be quite filling!) along with a welcome drink (champagne) and free drinks (unlimited alcohol). However, you must wear an armband to enjoy the free drinks! I was a bit disappointed that the communication and handover were not thorough, but the cruise itself was fantastic. I highly recommend it to everyone.

昨年はカタマラン号にてのサンセットセーリングでしたが今年は軽食（軽食との事でしたが結構なボリュームがあり満腹になります！）にウェルカムドリンク（シャンパン）にフリードリンク（アルコール飲み放題）との事でした。
ただフリードリンクにはアームバンドを付けていなければダメ！とのことでした。連絡、引継ぎが徹底されていなく少しがっかりでしたがクルーズ自体は最高でした。
皆さんにもお勧めします。