Reviewed by: DT
Captain Kauai and crew were absolutely amazing! Loved hearing the history of Hawaii. The food was great! Could not have asked for a better cruise. Thank you for making our vacation a memorable one. Highly recommended!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/16 |
Reviewed by: Famjam
Our family (my wife, myself, our 3 sons and 2 daughters in law) had a great cruise on this private yacht. The crew was outstanding and looked after our every need. We cruised and then stopped for an hour long swim. We enjoyed a few Mai Tai's and really loved the hot tub. Overall a great experience which we would highly recommend.
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| Packages: | 4-Hour Private Yacht Charter (up to 12 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Doug
Great crew and great scenery. Saw beautiful coastline and lots of wildlife.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package [Apr-Nov] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/19 |
Reviewed by: Erin A.
My husband and I did the sunset cruise on my birthday during our trip to Maui and I highly recommend it. The staff were amazing and made sure all of the guests were well taken care of. The views were unbelievable. The food and drinks were abundant and tasty. We would definitely do it again if we make it back to Maui.
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/16 |
Reviewed by: Sunset Cruise
Booked this cruise to scatter some ashes of loved ones. The crew was amazing and so kind. Could not have asked for a better experience.
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Private Charter Package (up to 12 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Johnson Family
The boat ride was great- seeing the Na Pali coast from the Pacific was incredible. The tour guide was a fantastic guide, sharing stories about the history of Kaua’i , including her connections through her great grandparents. Learning about the land and history over time made a lasting impression. Hearing about the connections to movie settings was also cool. We encountered spinner dolphin pod and it was exciting to see so many surfacing and putting on a show. The snorkeling was Awesome, it was great how the boat had a specific location to secure to that was near the reef. Snorkeling was very organized and I felt safe. We saw many colored fish and even a sea turtle.
I appreciated the introduction before we started the tour and the guidance if we felt seasick. I was unfortunately one who experienced sea sickness about halfway through the trip, where we encountered the roughest water. The crew was compassionate and offered comforts. I felt better as we headed toward calmer waters and snorkeling location and was able to enjoy the snorkeling.
We had 5 in our traveling party and all were very impressed with the sights-totally worth it!
The morning tour was great! Heed the recommendation for motion sickness precautions.
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/28 |
Reviewed by: noname
Many thanks to the boat team. A wonderfull time with a 4yo.
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/24 |
Reviewed by: Emily
We really enjoyed this cruise! We went in Nov so the beginning of winter there. Waters were just starting to get a little rougher. No one in our group gets seasick so we had no issues but some others on the cruise that were prone to seasickness were struggling a little. The staff were all super friendly and shared a lot about the history along the coast, films that were shot there, and other recommendations in the area. Highly recommend!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/09 |
Reviewed by: The Bradshaw’s
Captain Austin and Kevin did a wonderful job helping us scatter our parents ashes. The day was perfect. Wonderful sunset. Great views. And Austin even hand picked the flowers that we scattered over the ashes. It made a somber activity a wonderful memory. Thank you!
The Bradshaw family
Aloha Bradshaw Family! I am so glad your cruise went well for such an important occasion. I love to hear that all went well and that you had the best time. Thank you for taking the time to share about your experience. We hope to see you again in the future. Mahalo, Mariah
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Private Charter Package (up to 12 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/19 |
Reviewed by: Fam of Michael Dang
Loved the boat and crew. They were a real class act and I highly recommend them for their kindness, thoughtfulness and attention to detail.
Aloha! I am so glad to hear you had a good time on Pau Hana! Mahalo for taking a moment to share about your experience. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo, Mariah
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Private Charter Package (up to 12 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Pete Dillenbeck
We had a very special sunset cruise on the evening of November 3rd onboard the Makani Catamaran! I think we ended up with 22 in our Navy reunion group and it was the last of four events we had this weekend. Our crew was very professional and friendly. It was a smooth cruise from start to finish. The guys are great bartenders and my Mai Tai was outstanding! The views of Honolulu, Diamond Head and the sunset were amazing! I would strongly recommend this private cruise to any group of 20 to 49 people. Thanks Captain C for an amazing experience!
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Sunset Sail Charter |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Melanie
We had the BEST time on our Ko Olina Ocean Adventures Dolphin & Snorkel Private Charter on October 10th!! We did the 3-hour private charter. We had a group of 25, all family, visiting Oahu for our wedding celebration and had booked this cruise for a little pre-wedding fun. Well, the cruise was beyond our expectations. We had the best time cruising around and snorkeling. We snorkeled and saw dolphins, sea turtles, and got to feed the fish. We had several kids under age 5 and they were able to accommodate us all. The crew was absolutely amazing. They took care of everyone’s needs, made us feel special, and created a super fun environment, all the while making sure we were safe. The food and drinks were also amazing!! Mine and my husband’s families cannot stop raving about the cruise and how amazing it was. It was also suitable for all ages, which was great, as we had six kids under 5. Also, booking this cruise through VELTRA was a breeze. They were so helpful and answered all my questions. Stop your searching and book this cruise, you will not regret it. I could not recommend this enough!! Thank you to the team for making this day so special for us and our family!!
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| Packages: | Private Snorkel Charter |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/10 |
Reviewed by: 東北の親父
We participated in a tour with six people, including a 2-year-old child and an 87-year-old grandmother. The guide, who spoke Japanese, and the captain were friendly, and since it was a private tour, they let us decide on the timing for snorkeling and paddleboarding based on our pace. Unfortunately, it was after a full moon, and the tide was high, but the adults could enjoy the water at waist height while the child had fun with a float and life jacket.
The 87-year-old grandmother found the sea water cold, so I requested a wetsuit the day before, and they had it ready for her on the day of the tour, which was a great help! They also prepared floats and paddleboards for us, allowing us to play longer than we would have on a shared boat. We took many photos, and they taught us paddleboarding carefully, making it a truly enjoyable experience.
For snorkeling, the captain pulled the child on a boat, and the guide supported those who couldn't swim, so everyone had fun. We saw many sea turtles and fish, which was amazing. The snorkeling was kept short for the child and grandmother, allowing us to enjoy the sea longer, which is a unique advantage of a private tour.
After coming out of the water, it was cold, but they provided warm tea, and for the children who wanted to keep playing, they pulled them on the back of the boat, making it a perfect tour for families with small children and elderly members. They also prepared plenty of snacks and juice, and the child was thrilled with the apples.
The tour flew by, and we chatted a lot with the guide, creating wonderful memories for the whole family. The spam rice balls were also fantastic. The weather and tide are unpredictable, but it was a wonderful tour overall!
I recommend bringing a light jacket because the bus air conditioning is strong, and since it gets cold after being in the sea, it's a good idea to change clothes in the restroom before getting on the bus.
2歳の子供と87歳のおばあちゃんをつれて6人でツアーに参加しました。
日本語の話せるガイドさんとキャプテンもフレンドリーで貸し切りツアーということでこちらのペースに合わせてシュノーケルとsupなどで遊ぶ時間を相談して決めさせてくれました。
あいにく満月の後で潮が満ちていましたが大人は腰ぐらいの高さで子供は浮き輪とライフジャケットで楽しめました。
87歳のおばあちゃんは海の水が冷たかったので前日にウェットスーツのリクエストを送ったところ当日用意してくださり助かりました!
浮き輪やsupも私達用に用意してもらえて乗合いボートよりも長く遊ぶことができました!
写真もたくさん撮ってもらえてsupも丁寧に教えてもらえたので本当に楽しかったです。
またシュノーケルは子供はボートに乗せてキャプテンが引っ張っていってくれ、泳げない人はガイドさんがサポートしてくれて全員で楽しめてウミガメもたくさん見れて魚も見れたので感動でした。
子どもやおばあちゃんのペースでシュノーケルは短めにしてもらえて長く海で遊べたのも貸し切りツアーならではでした。
海から上がったら寒かったのですが温かいお茶を用意してもらえたり、まだ遊びたい子どもはボートの後ろに乗せて引っ張ってくれたりといたせり尽せりで小さな子ども連れ、高齢者連れには本当におすすめのツアーでした。スナックもジュースもたくさん用意してもらえて子どもはりんごに大喜びでした。
あっという間のツアーでガイドさんともたくさんおしゃべりして家族みんなの素敵な思い出になりました。
スパムおにぎりも最高でした。
天気と潮の満ち引きは運なのでどうすることもできませんがそれを含めて素敵なツアーでした!
バスの冷房が強いので羽織を持ってくことと、帰りは海で冷えて寒いのでバスに乗る前にトイレ等で服を着替えて乗ることをお勧めします!
Aloha! Thank you very much for joining the private tour of Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We are very happy to hear that your whole family enjoyed the tour. Please come back and visit us again when you come to Hawaii. We all look forward to that day. Mahalo!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーの貸し切りツアーにご参加頂きまして本当にありがとうございました。
ご家族皆様でツアーを楽しんで頂けたとお聞きし大変嬉しく思います。またハワイにお越しの際はぜひ遊びにいらしてください。
その日をスタッフ一同心よりお待ちしております。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 【9/23~10/22限定!割引キャンペーン】ラウンジボート利用プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/11/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Ashley E
The boat was beautiful, crew helpful and friendly and the tour was breath taking. Couldn’t have asked for a better time! Food and drinks were great - we enjoyed the live music as well.
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/29 |
Reviewed by: Ohana
The Na Pali Coast Sunset Dinner Cruise was an amazing experience, overwhelmed by the beauty of nature along the Na Pali Coast. Thanks to taking motion sickness medication 30 minutes before boarding, I was able to enjoy it comfortably, and the food was very delicious. The crew was very kind, answering questions politely and providing excellent service, even taking photos at scenic points. The sunset was particularly magnificent, with the beautiful sun coloring the sea and sky, creating a memorable moment. Unfortunately, I didn't get to see any dolphins or whales, but it was still a very satisfying cruise. I was able to enjoy the scenery known as the filming locations for Jurassic Park and Pirates of the Caribbean, creating unforgettable memories.
ナ・パリ・コースト サンセットディナークルーズは、ナパリコーストの大自然に圧倒される素晴らしい体験でした。乗船の30分前に酔い止めを飲んだおかげで、快適に楽しむことができ、ご飯もとても美味しかったです。クルーはとても親切で、質問にも丁寧に答えてくれ、絶景ポイントでは写真を撮ってくれるなど、サービスも行き届いていました。特にサンセットは壮大で、美しい夕日が海と空を彩り、心に残る最高の瞬間でした。残念ながらイルカや鯨を見ることはできませんでしたが、それでも大満足のクルーズでした。ジュラシックパークやパイレーツ・オブ・カリビアンのロケ地としても知られる景色を堪能でき、忘れられない思い出ができました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/17 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Great tour, beautiful Na Pali coast, great sized catamaran!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/05 |
Reviewed by: BP
Average food, Very little narration of sites along the way - also hard to hear with engines running. Servers were attentive. Drinks way below average. Mai Tais out of a cooler igloo container? Dirty metal cups.
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| Packages: | Na Pali Sunset Dinner Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/20 |
Reviewed by: Judy and Andy
My husband and I totally enjoyed the NaPali coast tour. We had a great day on the water thanks to the crew of the NaPali Kai lll. Our first time on this tour and we highly recommend it. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/17 |
Reviewed by: S. Engelhardt
When looking at activities for our honeymoon, we were definitely looking for an on the water experience. There are lots of options in regards to sunset or fireworks(every friday) but most of them seemed to include having to be on a boat with many other families. While we are not opposed to spending time with strangers and getting to meet people, we really wanted to have a "next level" experience where we had pictures to share and memories to make.
Pau Hana sailing delivered on every single level. Captain Austin made sure our experience was one to remember. He helped us take pictures and was an absolute gem to spend two hours with.
Considering the pricing to be on our own private charter was only slightly more than being on one with tons of other families, there was absolutely no downside. I cannot recommend Pau hana sailing enough.
When we come back for an anniversary we will absolutely be booking again. Mahalo!
Yay, yay, yay! Iʻm so glad to hear you had the best best time and mahalo for such a wonderful review. We are so happy that we can provide this opportunity for people coming to visit Oahu. Congrats newlyweds! We hope we have the opportunity to host you for your 1-yr. A hui hou! Mariah
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Private Charter Package (up to 12 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/10/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/10/15 |
Reviewed by: Annette Pearcy
The crew was amazing and so accommodating. The entire experience was just perfect and exactly what I hoped it would be. I would recommend this to anyone.
I am so glad to hear you had a great experience on Pau Hana! Thank you so much for taking the time to give us your feedback and to share with others who might consider us in the future. We sure hope we have the opportunity to see you again in the future. Mahalo! Mariah
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Private Charter Package (up to 12 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Tami O
What a great way to see the Napali coast!
Our captain and crew were incredible. The captain is a highly skilled driver, maneuvering our 39 ft boat into caves. The best part of the tour.
Snorkeling, seeing dolphins…what a great day!
Highly recommend. Best bang for your buck by far!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Nikki
This was a great cruise! The team onboard was extremely friendly and engaging! Cocktail election was perfect and appetizers were on point! Although it gives you the choice to book with kids, I would caution taking kids who are under the age only because the group of passengers were clearly there for a good time. Overall great experience
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/21 |
Reviewed by: Christina
I loved the cruise!... Sit in the back if you don't like the movement of the boat. The scenery and water was beautiful! We saw dolphins and turtles! The weather was beautiful!! Lastly, the crew was the best!!! Can't wait to go again!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/29 |
Reviewed by: Kara
A really lovely balance of getting to see the Na Pali and enjoying dinner while getting the gorgeous views!
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| Packages: | Na Pali Sunset Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/10 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Liko took such great care of our group, and had so much knowledge on the history of Kauai!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/31 |
Reviewed by: たかふみ
The two-hour private rental was amazing, with a fantastic view of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the ocean! Swimming while anchored was also very refreshing! I highly recommend it for families and friends!
2時間貸切ですが沖から眺めるワイキキビーチ、ダイヤモンドヘッドは最高でした!
停泊しての海水浴も気持ち良い!
家族や友達の利用はお勧めです!
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| Packages: | 2時間プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/07 |
Reviewed by: Sandy Sposato
Wonderful private charter experience. Captain Michael and Gretchen were wonderful - and so attentive. I highly recommend this company - one of the best experiences on the Big Island - don’t miss it.
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| Packages: | Daytime Private Hourly Charter - Customize Your Itinerary |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/09/05 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Views I will never get out of my head, the Na Pali will bring me coming back to Kauai.
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/09/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/09 |
Reviewed by: なぁちゃん
We chartered a boat for a family trip with three generations, totaling nine people. We booked the two-hour course, which turned out to be just the right amount of time to relax and enjoy meals on board. However, if you plan to have a longer meal on the boat, a longer course might be better.
We brought takeout food and drinks with us, but there were plenty of utensils provided, and it was helpful that cold drinking water was available. There was also a cooler on board, so we could keep our drinks and fruits chilled. There were two restrooms available, and we were able to bring a stroller on board as well. Although we didn't use it, there was also a microwave (or oven?!) available.
From the boat, you can see Waikiki and Diamond Head. The time spent lying outside while enjoying the panoramic view was absolutely the best!
The boat arrived at the dock about 15 minutes before the departure time. Since there isn't a waiting area like a terminal near the dock, it might be better not to arrive too early.
親子3世代9名の家族旅行でチャーターしました。
2時間コースで申し込みましたが、船上でのんびりしたり食事をすることができ、丁度良い時間でした。
ただ、船上での食事を長めにとる場合は、もう少し長いコースの方がよいかもしれません。
テイクアウトした食事や飲み物を持参して乗り込みましたが、カトラリー類は十分用意されていましたし、冷たい飲料水の提供もあり助かりました。
クーラーボックスも設置されているので、飲み物やフルーツなどは冷やしておくこともできます。
トイレは2か所ありました。
ベビーカーも積み込むことができました。
使用してはいませんが、電子レンジ(オーブン?!)もありました。
船上からはワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドを見ることができます。
特に屋外で寝転がりながらパノラマビューを見ながら過ごす時間は最高でした!
船は出発時刻の15分くらい前に桟橋にやってきました。
桟橋付近にはターミナルのような待つ場所がないので、あまり早めに行かない方がいいかもしれません。
マハロ、素敵なレビューをありがとうございます!水上で素晴らしい一日を過ごされたようですね。またお会いできることを楽しみにしています。マハロ、マリア。
Mahalo for such a nice review! It looks like you had a beautiful day out on the water. We hope to see you again soon. Mahalo, Mariah
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| Packages: | 2時間プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/08/20 |
Reviewed by: Heather
This was our favorite excursion! The captain and crew were so fun and knowledgeable! The coast was beautiful, and we saw lots of sea turtles and dolphins. The snorkeling was great too. We would highly recommend this company!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/29 |
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Thank you for the fantastic review! We’re thrilled you and your family enjoyed the cruise, the crew's service, and the hot tub. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back soon!