All Reviews for Private Boat Charters

The crew was amazing. The drink service was good, and although it was difficult to find whales, they worked hard and never gave up, and we finally got to see them. I will invite my friends to join me for the next show, as I will be going to Hawaii again soon.

乗組員が最高だった。
飲み物のサービス、なかなかクジラが見つからなかったが諦めず一生懸命探してくれて、ついに見ることができた。観劇、また、近々ハワイに行くので友達を誘って参加します。

We took the sunset cruise with Lui and Jason and it was awesome. They both were super informative and friendly, the history was very cool, and the drinks were fantastic! Would definitely recommend to anyone looking to do a laid back sunset cruise on Kauai.

I had a hard time figuring out the meeting place, and even when it was time, there was no sign, so I was wandering around the harbor. I was happy about the all-you-can-drink beer, but the cruise distance was too close to Oahu, and there were no whales around here, as expected. It felt a bit overpriced.

集合場所が分からず、時間になっても表示もなくハーバーの周りを右往左往して大変でした。
ビール飲み放題は嬉しかったが、クルーズする距離がオアフに近くこの辺りではクジラはいないでしょという距離で、案の定現れませんでした。ちょっと高い料金に感じました。

The cruise was very relaxing and had beautiful scenery. The captain Louie and first mate/ bartender Jason were awesome. So friendly and knowledgeable. During the cruise Louie told us a lot of history. Jason made great drinks and had good conversation about Kauai. We cruised through the bay and down the river. The boat was very clean and well maintained. The only negative is that I would have liked to go down the coastline more but that’s always weather and wave depending. I would do this cruise again.

I thought I already submitted my review but I’ll do it again. Louis our Captain was very fun and knowledgeable. Jason was fun and made amazing drinks. The views were breathtaking. Something different and unique to do that was affordable on the island. I have been to the island many times but have never seen the river like this. Fun movie sites and historic landmarks. Would do it again for sure!!

at the beginning of this trip we thought the doors off helicopter ride would be the best part of this trip, but after this boat ride I’m not so sure. We couldn’t have been happier with the drinks and the comedians driving the boat. Great time. Will do again!!!

There were four of us that did this cruise together. It was very relaxing and beautiful scenery the Caption Louie and first mate / bartender Jason were very personable and knowledgeable. They had a good variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks that were served freely during the whole cruise. I would recommend this cruise however keep in mind they only go down the river and in the bay. They do not go along the coastline. If you are looking for smooth and relaxing river boat ride then you would enjoy this cruise.

We had a group of 4 people and it was a small group on board. The boat is clean and beautiful. Louis our Captain,was very knowledgeable about the history and pointed out very cool sites along the way down the river.
Jason,his crew member was very friendly and made excellent cocktails!! Both guys made our trip memorable and the beauty of Kauai was amazing. The instructions on the description through this website were a little confusing We thought we had a shore entry. They actually drive you from the Check in spot to the port. Just a few minutes away. No big deal. But a little confusing. Would definitely recommend.

The weather was nice, with a blue sky.
Smaller than the ship I imagined.
I took off my flip-flops and boarded.
It was quite rocky, a bit scary.
Suddenly, a whale appeared.
It was a bit far away, but I could see it spouting water.
The captain? The old man brought us drinks, nice!
It was a fun time!

天気は良く、青空。
想像していた船より、小さい。
ビーサンを脱いで、乗船。
なかなかの揺れ、ちと怖い。
突然現れた、クジラ。
ちょっと遠いけど、潮吹き見られた。
船長？のおじさん、飲み物持ってきてくれて、ナイス！
楽しいひと時でした！

We sped along to the Napali Coast. The waves were strong, and I got seasick.
While we were traveling by boat, we encountered a pod of dolphins and were able to stop the boat for some watching.
The dolphins entertained us by jumping and even doing flips.
The sunset was also magnificent.
Additionally, we were able to go whale watching.
On the way there, there was a buffet with light snacks like crackers and cheese, and for dinner, we had a buffet with chicken, fried rice, pasta, and salad. The food was delicious.
The staff was friendly and attentive, always with a smile.

ナパリ・コーストまではけっこうスピード出して進みます。波もあるので船酔いになりました。
船で移動中は イルカの群と遭遇し、船を停めてウオッチングさせてもらえました。
イルカは何度もジャンプしながら側転もしてくれて楽しませてくれました。
夕日も素晴らしかったです。
また、鯨のウオッチングもできました。
行きはクラッカー、チーズ 等軽食のビッフェがあり、夕食にチキン、チャーハン、パスタ、サラダ等のビッフェがありました。味も美味しかったです。
スタッフの方も笑顔で対応もよかったです。

We thoroughly enjoyed our time on the sunset Cruise. We had a small group, and it honestly felt like a private cruise. The drinks were amazing, and the view even better! Louis explained the history of the place as we cruised by, and it made the experience a memorable one for sure! Thank you!!

The weather was a bit unpredictable with rain coming and going, but the conditions on the day turned out to be quite good. The contrast of the rainbow with the planes taking off from Honolulu Airport and the view of Diamond Head and the streets of Waikiki from the sea was very uplifting. The open sea had surprisingly high waves, and everything from my clothes to my belongings got soaked, but the pleasant climate made it feel like being sprayed with water at Disneyland. Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales, but we received a pass to ride again for free within the season, so I felt quite satisfied. A couple in their 50s who could only speak basic English like "Thank you" somehow joined a tour that only had an English-speaking guide (there were about 20 participants, and only one other Japanese group besides us), but even without understanding the language, we had a pretty good time. Just keep in mind that there are no life jackets, so any activities outside the boat are at your own risk.

雨が降ったり止んだりで天候に気を揉みましたが、当日の天気はまずまずのコンディションでした。虹とホノルル空港から離陸した飛行機のコントラスト、海上から見るダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキの街並みは、とっても気分を高揚させます。外海は意外に波が高く、服から何から‘べしょべしょ‘に濡れましたが気候も良いので、言ってみればディズニーランドで放水を浴びているようなものですね。鯨は残念ながら見れなかったけど、シーズン内ならもう一度無料で乗れるパスも貰えるし、満足感は十分ありました。「Thank you」ぐらいの英語しか喋れない５０代夫婦が何を血迷ったか英語ガイドしかいないツアーに参加しましたが（２０組ぐらいの参加者のうち日本人グループは我々ともう一組だけでした）、言葉はわからないなりに結構楽しめますよ。ただ救命胴着はありませんので船外の行動は自己責任となります。

Meeting Teacher Dolphin and Professor Turtle was wonderful, and the smiles from Maki and the staff, along with this rainbow! It was the best day ever.

イルカ先生にカメ教授に出会えたことはもちろん、マキさんやスタッフの笑顔に、こんな虹まで❗最高の１日でした。

I participated in this when I traveled with my family. The picking in Waikiki went smoothly without any issues. The guidance was entirely in English, but it wasn't a problem even if you didn't understand it. As for the tour, I was able to see a whale spouting water at the very end, which was fantastic. I was very satisfied. However, due to the weather, the boat rocked quite a bit, so everyone felt a bit seasick, which was a little tough.

家族で旅行した時に参加しました。ワイキキでのピッキングも問題なくスムーズでした。案内は終始英語ですが、わからなくても特別問題ないです。肝心のツアーですが、最後の最後で潮を吹き上げる鯨の姿を見る事ができました。大変満足です。ただ、天候の影響か、船がかなり激しく揺れたため、全員船酔い気味で少し辛かったです。

What a great time our group had! Thanks to Joel, LJ and William who made the evening such a huge success! This was definitely an evening to remember and a highlight of our visit to Oahu!

I had heard that the chances of encountering whales in December are low, so I didn't have high expectations and planned for a relaxing cruise instead. However, I was lucky enough to encounter a mother and calf whale. I'm glad I participated in the tour.

12月は、遭遇出来ない確率が多いと聞いていたのでクルージングのつもりであまり期待していませんでした。
しかし、ラッキーにも親子のくじらに遭遇出来ました。
ツアーに参加してよかったです。

When it comes to Hawaii, I've seen so many dolphin tours on TV that I thought I wouldn't be too surprised, but it was completely different. It was incredibly fun and is definitely something you should experience! The guides, Daisuke, Rei, and Koichiro, not only gently pointed out the direction of the dolphins but also ensured that the person who stayed on the boat kept an eye on everyone in the water, allowing us to safely and comfortably swim close to the dolphins.

You can't say you've been to Hawaii if you don't do this!

ハワイ　と言えば　というくらい散々テレビで観ていたイルカツアーだから
そんなに驚愕しないと思って臨みましたが、　全く違います。
すごくすごーく楽しく　必ず体験すべきです！
ガイドのダイスケさん、レイさん、コウイチロウさんは　イルカのいる方向を優しく教えてくれるだけでなく、船に残った一人が海面の全員への目配りを怠らず、安全に快適にイルカの動きを間近に見て泳げました。

やらずに過ごしては　ハワイとは言えません！

The catamaran was a lot of fun, but I couldn't see any whales. I did receive a free change ticket, but since I'm scheduled to return home the next morning, I can't use it. I don't have any plans for my next trip to Hawaii, so I might not be able to use this ticket. I wonder how long it is valid for.

カタマラン号はとても楽しかったのですが、鯨は見ることができなかった。フリーの変更チケットはいただけたのですが、次の日朝には帰国予定のため使えず。次回のハワイ行きの予定が今はないのでこのチケットは使えないのかも。有効期間はいつまでなのかー。

First, you have to take off your shoes before boarding, but this was not communicated in advance. I was told to wait at the front of the deck to see the whales, and then I got completely soaked from a big wave! This was also not mentioned beforehand. I participated last year and didn't see any whales, so I tried again this time, but there was no sign of them at all. Other tours have been operating since January, but I participated at the end of December. Is it really possible to encounter whales at this time? The chances of seeing them seem almost zero. I won't be participating again at the end of the year.

まず、乗船するまえに、靴をぬがなくては行けない。が、その事は、事前連絡なし。
クジラを見れるとデッキの前にでてと言われて、待機していたら、大波で、びしょ濡れに！それも事前に伝えてもらえず。
昨年も、参加し、クジラが見えなかったので、
今回リベンジしましたが、見える気配さえありませんでした。
他のツアーでは、
1月からの催行になっていますが、
12月末の参加で、実際に本当に
クジラに遭遇できるのでしょうか？
見える確率は、ゼロに等しいのではないでしょうか？
年末にはもう、参加しません。

This was my third whale watching experience. In the previous two, I didn't see any whales. Even this time, when we arrived at the spot, there were no whales, and I thought it was going to be another disappointment. However, on the way back to the port, the staff shouted "Whale!" When I looked up, a mother and calf whale appeared. I was really glad. The staff's response was also very good.

3回目のホエールウォッチング。前回まではクジラが見れませんでした。今回もポイントに着いてもクジラは現れず、今回もダメだったかと思いながら港に引き返す途中で、スタッフがホエールと叫びました。顔を上げると親子のクジラが出現しました。本当に良かったです。スタッフの対応も非常に良かったです。

It was a cloudy day. The waves were high and it was more thrilling than a roller coaster! Unfortunately, we didn't encounter any whales, but we did meet a family of dolphins and beautiful sea turtles. I will participate again.

当日は曇り空でした。波が高くてジェットコースターよりスリル満点‼︎残念ながらクジラには出会えませんでしたが、イルカファミリーと美しい海ガメに会えました。又参加します。

I often encounter both unpleasant and good things, as well as strange occurrences in my daily life, and I was able to showcase that ability. I got to see everything, including the honu, whale spouts, and rainbows, which I hear can sometimes be elusive. The crew was very friendly, and I even got to take the helm.

普段から身の周りに嫌なことからいい事、奇怪な事までエンカウント(遭遇)してしまう私ですが、その能力を発揮してしまいました
ホヌや、ホエールの潮、虹、出会えないこともあるらしいのが、全部見れました
クルーも気さくな方ばっかりで舵もきらせてもらえました

When I arrived at the designated location, no one was there to greet me, and when I called the contact number on the voucher, I was told there was no such reservation. It took a while to figure it out from the reservation number, which was quite frustrating.
However, once I got on the boat, it was wonderful. The captain, who spoke Japanese, provided an enjoyable explanation, and I was able to admire the sunset.
My hat was blown away by the strong wind, but the staff and captain quickly helped retrieve it from the sea. I will cherish it as a keepsake.
Thank you very much.

指定された場所に行っても、誰も迎えに来ていなくて、バウチャーの連絡先に電話したら、そんな予約は入っていないと言われました。予約ナンバーから調べて、やっとわかる始末、これでは困ります。
ただ、船に乗ってからは素晴らしく、日本語も話すキャプテンの説明で楽しくサンセットを眺める事が出来ました。
強風で帽子が飛ばされたのですが、スタッフとキャプテンの機転の利いた対応で、海の中から拾い上げてもらいました。記念に大事にすることにします。
ありがとうございました。

I encountered a family of bottlenose dolphins, which are not commonly seen in Hawaii—only about once in twenty times! The guides took plenty of time to ensure everyone could definitely see them. I was with an elderly couple who didn’t have the stamina to swim, but the guide helped pull them along to see the dolphins. This is definitely a tour I want to repeat when I go back to Hawaii!

ハワイで通常見られるイルカではなく、20回に1回ぐらいしか見られないハンドウイルカの家族にあえました！！
全員が確実に見れるように時間もたっぷりかけてくれました。
泳ぐ体力がないご高齢の夫婦と一緒でしたが、ガイドの方が引っ張ってイルカを見せてあげていました。
またハワイに行ったら絶対にリピートしたいツアーです！

I thought I would only be able to see the dolphins from a distance, but I was able to see them quite closely! I appreciated that the guide positioned himself in places where the dolphins were likely to come. He was also a friendly person.

The dolphins swam quite fast, and I felt like I was swimming more than just leisurely snorkeling. (laughs) My husband and I were used to snorkeling and good swimmers, so we could keep up, but others who participated seemed quite exhausted. Well, it's to be expected since they are wild.

I was satisfied because meeting the dolphins was the main goal, but considering the price, I felt the time was a bit short, so I would rate it minus one star. We probably spent about 45 minutes in the water, and we wrapped up shortly after 10 AM.

I fully understand that we shouldn't have long interactions with wild dolphins, but if there are areas nearby with coral and fish, I think it would be appropriate to include snorkeling there for the price.

もっと遠くからしか見えないと思っていましたが、なかなかの距離でイルカちゃんが見えました！
ガイドさんがイルカちゃんが来そうなところに先回りしてくれるのが有り難かったです。ガイドさんも気さくな方でした。

イルカちゃんは泳ぐのが結構早く、ゆっくりシュノーケリングというよりは随分水泳させられた気はします。笑
私達夫婦はシュノーケリングに慣れていたのと、泳ぐのも得意だったのでついていけましたが、一緒に参加されていた方は相当疲労困憊していました。。
野生なので、仕方ないですけどね。。

イルカちゃんに会うのが目的だったので満足していますが、お値段を考えると時間が短かったかな〜と思いマイナス1です。たぶん潜ったのは45分くらいかな？午前10時すぎには解散となりました。

野生イルカに長い時間接触すべきではないというのは重々理解していますが、近隣にサンゴやお魚がいるようなところがあれば、そこでのシュノーケリングもできると、お値段に相応かなと思いました。

My husband and I had date night and had an amazing time! Great Sunset, food and drinks. Everyone who worked on board was also fantastic and very helpful. I highly recommend.

We participated as a pair. On the day of the event, we were guided by Daisuke and Ray.

We had four tries and were able to see many more dolphins than we expected, with some coming just a few meters away, which was truly moving! My companion couldn't swim, but they lent us a flotation device and helped pull us to a spot where we could see the dolphins, showing great care. Thanks to them, my companion was able to snorkel for the first time during this trip, and we are very grateful. Although my companion was initially scared, they felt reassured and able to participate thanks to the support from both of them. We would love to join again!

2名で参加しました。当日はDaisukeさん、Rayさんに案内していただきました。
計4回のトライで期待以上に沢山のイルカに会え、数メートル先に来てくれるイルカもおり、感動しました！
連れが泳げなかったのですが、浮棒を貸してくださり、イルカの見えるポイントに引っ張って連れて行ってくれたりと気にかけていただき今回の旅を通して唯一シュノーケリングすることができ大変感謝しています。最初は怖かったそうですが、お二人のサポートに安心して参加できたそうです。また参加したいです！

I was so excited for my first tour swimming with dolphins! However, I’m not a great swimmer and hadn’t swum in about ten years, so I was a bit nervous wondering if I would be okay. But there was absolutely no problem at all.

Lucky for us, a large pod of dolphins came by multiple times, and I lost count of how many dives we did. Interestingly, no other boats were out that day, so it felt like we had Aloha Tours all to ourselves.

When we got really close to the dolphins, they didn’t seem to avoid us at all and showed such curious expressions; they were so cute! I was moved by the sight of dolphins playing with each other, a mother and her baby swimming together, their adorable sounds, and the beautiful bubbles created by their breathing sparkling through the curtain of light. It was a wonderful experience to be in such a beautiful, mysterious world, and the time spent with them became a cherished memory.

Also, Daisuke's bubble ring diving performance was amazing; he looked just like a dolphin! Lei was always cracking jokes, which kept the atmosphere lively and made it so much fun! Thank you so much for allowing us to meet the dolphins!!

初めてイルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーにワクワク！しかし泳ぎは得意じゃないし、もう１０年位は泳いでいなかったので（いきなり大丈夫か？）とドキドキでしたが全く問題なかったです。
ラッキーなことに何度もイルカの大群がやって来て何度ダイブしたか分からなくなる程でした。またこの日は何故か他の船が一隻も出港しておらず、アロハツアーズ貸切状態でした。

イルカ達と大接近した時も私達を避ける様子もなく、興味ありげな表情を見せてとても可愛かったです。イルカ同士がじゃれ合っている様子や親子で泳ぐ姿、可愛い鳴き声、そしてイルカの呼吸でできた美しい泡が、光のカーテンの中をキラキラと流れていく光景に感動しました。美しい神秘の世界にお邪魔させて頂き、共に過ごせた一時が幸せでとても良い思い出になりました。
また、ダイスケさんのバブルリング潜りのパフォーマンスも素晴らしく、まるでイルカのようでしたヨ！レイさんもジョークを飛ばして船上では常に盛り上がりとても楽しかったです！イルカちゃん達に会わせて頂き、本当にありがとうございました！！

My spouse and I participated together. I was anxious because I didn't understand English and there didn't seem to be any other participants from Japan, but the staff, who were from overseas, were very friendly and kind, making our time enjoyable. The drinks were delicious, and we were overwhelmed by the magnificent views of the Na Pali Coast! The sunset was beautiful, and we truly had a wonderful time. The only regret was that I wished we could have seen dolphins and whales. If I have the chance, I would love to participate again! ✌️

夫婦二人で参加させてもらいました。英語が分からず他に日本からの参加者も居ないようで不安でしたが、スタッフの方海外から参加された方が、とても気さくに優しく接してくれて楽しく過ごせました、飲み物も美味しく、雄大なナパリ・コーストの風景に圧倒されました！夕日も綺麗で、本当に楽しい時間を過ごす事ができました。ただ残念だったのは、イルカとクジラに会いたかったなという事です。機会があればまた参加したいです！✌️

I participated on the third day of my 10-day stay on Kauai Island, and I highly recommend this experience for anyone visiting Kauai for the first time!

You can have fun for almost an entire day, and while you’ll be exhausted, it’s perfect for creating lasting memories and getting great Instagram photos!

**Thoughts / What I Liked**
- It was just so much fun. Anyone going to Kauai for the first time absolutely must do this! My spouse and I had a blast.

- The boat stops almost at the entrance of the cave, allowing you to take photos at your leisure. The crew is also very proactive in taking pictures for you. During our trip, we stopped four times for about 10-15 minutes each to take photos of the cave, dolphins, the stunning cliffs, and the sunset.

- Seeing those breathtaking cliffs was amazing. We were also lucky enough to be surrounded by a pod of 10-20 dolphins, which was the highlight!

**Advice**
- Try to sit at the front of the cruiser. It’s super fun!

- Be prepared to get completely soaked! It’s best to wear clothes that you don’t mind getting wet. Your face will get drenched too, so be cautious with your makeup. It’s a good idea to bring a towel in a waterproof backpack.

- If you don’t want to get sunburned, you can either stay inside the cruiser or wear a long-sleeved shirt and a hat with a strap. Sunglasses are a must for everyone.

- The tour is conducted entirely in English, but don’t worry if you don’t understand everything; the essential communication can be conveyed through gestures.

- We departed around 9 AM and returned around 6 or 7 PM. By the time we got back, most shops were closed, and it was getting dark. Don’t forget where you parked your car!

カウアイ島に10日間の滞在の3日目に参加させてもらいましたが、
初めてカウアイ島に行く人はぜひ参加すべき！

ほぼ一日遊べてクタクタになりますが、
充実感と思い出作り、インスタ映えにも最適！




・感想 / 気に入ったところ
ーとにかく楽しかった。カウアイ島に初めて行く人は絶対に行くべき！
　夫婦で大はしゃぎでした。

ー洞窟のほぼ入り口まで行き停まってくれるので、写真もゆっくり撮れます
　し、クルーの方が積極的に撮ってくれます。僕らの時は、洞窟、イルカ、断
　崖絶壁、サンセットタイムの4回、10-15分ほど停泊して撮影できました。

ーあの圧巻の断崖絶壁を観れたのは最高でした。そして、運よく10-20頭のイルカの群れにも囲まれたのも最高でした。





・アドバイス
ークルーザーの先端に座らせてもらいましょう。めちゃ楽しいです。

ーそして、とにかくズブ濡れになります！ので、上下含めて濡れてもよい格好にした方がいいです。顔もビシャビシャになるので、メイクにも気をつけて。濡れても染みないリュックにタオルを入れていった方がいいです。

ー焼けたくない人は、クルーザーの中にずっと入っているか、長袖マストの帽子も紐付きをオススメ。サングラスは全員マストでしょう。

ーツアーはフル英語で何を言ってるか分からないですが、特段必要な会話はジェスチャーで通じるのでご安心を。

ー朝9時くらい？に出発の戻りが18時か19時頃でした。
　帰ってきたらお店回りもほぼ閉まっていて、薄暗かったです。
　車の停車場所はお忘れなく。