All Reviews for Marine Wildlife Encounters

At the end of March, we took a daytime departure. What we saw was a mother and baby whale swimming alongside us and spouting water. Since we participated during spring break, the morning and evening trips were fully booked. If you're expecting to see the dynamic whales that you often see in photos, it might be better to consider the timing and season.

３月末、昼出港の便でした。私たちが見たのは、クジラ親子の並走と潮吹き。
春休みを利用しての参加だったので、朝や夕方は満席でした。
もし写真で見かけるダイナミックなクジラを期待するようなら、時期と時間を考慮する方がよいかな。

I was able to see whales. I'm glad I participated. There was no rocking that would cause seasickness, so even family members who usually get motion sickness enjoyed it until the end. The deck of the boat has a decent amount of wind, so I think a jacket is necessary. I brought one and used it. A hat that won't blow away in the wind would be a good idea. The explanations from the guide are in English, so I think at least one person in the family should be able to understand English.

クジラ見れました。
参加して良かった。
船酔いになるような揺れも無く、普段は乗り物酔いのある家族も最後まで楽しめました。
船のデッキはそこそこ風があるので上着が必要かと思います。持って行って、使いました。
帽子は風で飛ばないタイプが良いかと。
解説員の方の説明は英語なので、家族の中など誰か1人は英語聞き取れるべきだろうなと思います。

We have been on a couple different Snorkeling trips, and I have to say that going on the Molokini Snorkeling trip with the Trilogy Team is the Very Best. Why??? The Dolphins that join the boat on the way to and from Molokini. The location that the Trilogy docks so you can see so many species of fish, eels and coral. The Fantastic Team and Captains, and the delicious food, drinks and ice cream sundae!!! It is well worth the cost. Try it once and you will understand how Awesome this trip is.

Well worth the money. I would highly recommend Dolphin Quest to any animal lover. An experience you will find hard to match.

The shuttle bus was comfortable. Departing at 5:30 AM was a bit dreary, but it wasn't cold in the morning, and you can make good use of your time afterward, so I recommend it. Our guide, Ken, was reliable and very pleasant, and I appreciated his help a lot. There are no restrooms on the boat, but there are public toilets at the boarding area. We were able to see both dolphins and whales, but it can be tough for those who can't swim. It was harder than I imagined, but that also made it rewarding.

送迎のバスも快適でした。早朝5：30出発は、憂鬱でしたが、朝も寒くないし，そのあと時間が有効に使えるからおすすめです。
ガイドのケンさんは、頼りになるし、とても感じの良い方で大変お世話になりました。
トイレが無いですが、ボートに乗る場所に公衆トイレがあります。
イルカも鯨も見られましたが、泳げない方は大変です。想像以上にハードでした。そのぶん，達成感があります。

Great your! An added surprise and probably the highlight of the tour for me, we saw so many dolphins and they got up close and personal with us! We also managed to spot a few whales and a baby! Wren and Ryder were both fantastic also. Definitely worth the price!

Jenna, Kevin and the entire crew were fabulous. A Wonderful morning!

This is my third visit to the park. In the previous two visits, there were issues with the bus, which made me worry, but this time it was great. The bus was on time, and the driving was careful, which made me feel at ease. Inside the park, there were staff members who spoke Japanese, so even if you don't understand English, you can enjoy your time without worry. The staff is very kind and attentive. They also have a wealth of knowledge about dolphins and taught me a lot. I want to come back again next year. Interacting with the dolphins was a lot of fun; we fed them, took pictures, and even got splashed by them while playing with my child. The park is not an aquarium but a marine park where you can have various experiences. Even small children can enjoy it.

３回目の来園です。前回、前々回とバストラブルがありバスの心配がありましたが、今回は良かったです。時間通り、丁寧な運転で安心でした。園内では以前もいらした日本語で説明してくれるスタッフがおり、英語がわからなくても安心して楽しめます。すごく親切で丁寧なスタッフさんです。イルカの知識も豊富で色々と教えてもらいました。また来年も行きたいと思います。イルカとの触れ合いは、餌をあげたり写真を撮ったり、イルカに水をかけられたりと子供と一緒にはしゃぎました。園内は水族館ではなく、海の公園で色々な体験ができます。小さい子供でも楽しめます。

The dolphin experience at Sea Life Park was a highly satisfying activity where you can easily interact with dolphins. If you want to create a memorable Hawaiian experience, I highly recommend it!

シーライフパークのドルフィン体験は気軽にイルカと触れ合える満足度の高いアクティビティでした。
ハワイらしい思い出を作りたいなら、かなりおすすめです！

The early morning bus departed in the dim light, and Sean was kind enough to stop by Starbucks. I had heard there were no restrooms on the boat, so it was great that we could use a public restroom before departure. The boat was beautiful!! Perhaps because everyone took motion sickness medication, none of us felt sick at all. But that might also be because the tour was packed with so many activities that it left us completely exhausted. Thanks to the cool, beautiful-voiced captain and Ken from Japan's attentive support, we dived wildly, swam, laughed, and breathed heavily—it was an incredibly fulfilling tour. Amazing!

朝早いバスは薄暗い中出発，ショーンさんはお優しく、スタバにも立ち寄って下さった。
船にはトイレがないと聞いていたが、出航前に公衆トイレが使えてよかった。
船は綺麗！！酔い止めは全員飲んでおいたせいか全く酔わなかった。でもそれは　へとへとになるくらい盛りだくさんで充実したからかもしれない。かっこいい美声の船長、日本のケンさんのきめ細かいフォロー，などのおかげでワイルドに潜り、泳ぎ，笑い、ゼイゼイ息して超充実のツアーでした。最高！

Today was the best day ever. We found a pod of dolphins and jumped into the sea! It was so thrilling and exciting. When we dove in, the dolphins were right in front of us. It was moving!

We also got to see the humpback whales that come to Hawaii to give birth during this season. I've heard that seeing whales brings good luck, and that made us even happier.

The actor and captain, along with our Japanese guide Ken, was knowledgeable and a fun entertainer. I definitely want to participate again. Thank you for everything.

It was early in the morning, but our bus driver Sean was wonderful; he even stopped by Starbucks for us, showing great consideration. I believe this will be a memorable experience for sure.

今日は最高の一日でした。
イルカの群れを見つけては海にジャンプイン！なんてスリリングでドキドキ。潜るとイルカたちが目の前に。感動！
この時期に出産のためにハワイに来るザトウクジラ🐋にも会えました。クジラをみると幸運になるらしいと聞いてますます上機嫌な私たち。
俳優兼船長さん、日本人の担当Kenさんも知識豊富で楽しいエンターテイナーでした。またぜひ参加したいです。お世話になりました。
朝早く大変ですがバスのドライバーのショーンさんスタバに立ち寄ってくださったり、気遣いが素晴らしかったです。必ず良い思い出になる体験だと思います。

I was moved by how many times the manta rays passed by nearby. It's close to the pier, and since you just float, even children can easily participate.

何回も近くをマンタが通ってくれ感動しました。桟橋から近いし、浮いてるだけなので子供でも簡単に参加できます。

I rode a submarine for the first time. I had a great time enjoying the underwater world where fish and sea turtles live. It became a memorable time in Hawaii! I highly recommend it.

初めて潜水艦に乗りました。お魚やウミガメが暮らしている海底の世界を満喫できてとっても楽しかったです。ハワイで思い出に残る時間となりました！とってもおすすめです。

Had the best time we didnt see any whales but Jeremey and the staff was great

The tour that was initially canceled due to bad weather turned out to be amazing. It was raining heavily in the morning, but by the time we arrived, the rain had stopped and it even started to clear up.

We encountered a group of over 100 dolphins! They were so cute, jumping around, and we were able to see them up close even when we entered the water. We got to see them swimming right below us and passing by us multiple times!

I was worried about how it would turn out, but I had such a great time seeing them. I definitely want to participate again! 🫶✨

悪天候で1度キャンセルにからの迎えたツアー
朝も雨が降っていて土砂降りになったけれど着いたら雨が止み、むしろ晴れてきて
100頭以上の群れに遭遇!!
飛び跳ねたりと可愛くて
海に入っても真近てみることができて
群れでちゃんと見ることが!!
真下を通ったり横を通ったりと沢山見ることができた!!

どうなるか不安だったけど見れてすごく楽しめて良かった🫶✨
また参加したい!!

The tour on the Star of Honolulu was great. They served snacks, and the atmosphere was nice. As for the whales, I think I saw them in the distance, and I might have caught a glimpse of a tail, but I’m not sure if I actually saw them. However, the cruise in the beautiful ocean was wonderful, and the weather was perfect, so I really enjoyed it. It might be best to think of it as a lucky bonus if you get to see whales while participating in the cruise.

スターオブホノルルでのツアー。お菓子もでてきて、雰囲気はよかったです。クジラに関しては、遠くにみえて、しっぽが少し見えた気がしたりなど、見えていないのかもしれません。ただ、美しい海でのクルーズ、気候も良くて本当に楽しむことができました、クルーズとして参加しくじらは見れればラッキーくらいで考えるのがいいかもしれません。

The staff was amazing ! The dolphins are angelic. We had an awesome experience. Thank you so much .

The time was a bit short, but the experience of touching dolphins is something you don't get to do often, so I had a great time.

時間はすこし短かったですが、
イルカに触れる経験はなかなかできないものなので、たのしい時間を過ごせました。

To conclude, I am extremely satisfied! I was thrilled to see whales swimming in the distance several times, catching glimpses of their tails and spouts! Although I couldn't see them up close, it was a wonderful memory of whale watching!

I had always wanted to see whales, and when I decided to go to Hawaii, I came across this tour and knew I had to participate. I was worried about seasickness on a small boat, so I made a reservation on the largest one I found, the Star of Honolulu. When I first boarded the boat, I was a bit anxious thinking it might sway more than expected, but once I went up to the upper deck, I found it wasn't a problem, possibly because I was standing! I recommend taking motion sickness medication if you're feeling uneasy.

The boat has four levels, and at first, we enjoyed pineapple banana bread and drinks on the first floor, which had chairs and tables. It was delicious! Once the boat started moving, there was a segment where they explained the size of the whales using ropes, and although I didn't understand much of the English, it was an interesting experience unique to a larger boat. The first floor was quite cold due to the air conditioning, so I recommend bringing a jacket. After the explanation, we were free to move around the boat, but the cold was only on the first floor. The view from the fourth deck was beautiful, with a clear sight of Diamond Head and more. When whales were spotted, an English announcement would indicate the direction, and even if you don't understand English well, the simple language and the fact that everyone moved at once made it clear. Although the whales were far away, I was glad to see them, even if I couldn't see the large ones up close. Whether you see whales or not depends on luck, but I think you can still enjoy cruising on a big boat even if you don't see them. I also think it's a great point of this tour that if you don't see any whales, they provide tickets to try again.

I had actually made a reservation for a certain day, but when I was waiting for the shuttle bus at the bus stop, the bus didn't come. After checking with the hotel staff, I was informed that the tour was canceled that day. Cancellations can happen suddenly due to bad weather, but I felt reassured that I received a full refund.

結論から言うと大満足です！クジラが何回か遠くの方で泳いでいるのが見えて尻尾や潮吹きも見れてすごい！と興奮しました。近くでは見ることが出来ませんでしたがとっても良い思い出になったホエールウォッチングでした！
ずっとクジラを見てみたくてハワイに行くと決まりこのツアーを見かけた時に絶対に参加したいと思い参加しました。小さい船だと船酔いが心配だったので見つけた中で一番大きかったスターオブホノルル号で予約しました。最初船に乗り込んだ時は意外と揺れるかも？と少し不安になりましたが上のデッキに出てからは立ってることもあったからなのか気にならなかったです！不安な方は酔い止めを飲むことを推奨します。
船は4階建てで始めは1階の椅子やテーブルがあるフロアでパイナップルバナナブレッドと飲み物をいただきました。美味しかったです！船が動き出すとクジラの大きさの説明などを実際にロープを使って説明するコーナーがあり、英語であまり内容はよくわからなかったですが大きい船ならではの体験で面白かったです。1階はクーラーが結構効いていて寒かったので上着を持っていくことをおすすめします。説明が終わると船内を自由に移動することができるのですが、寒かったのは1階のみでした。4階のデッキは眺めがよくダイヤモンドヘッドなども見えて綺麗でした。クジラが見えると時計の方向で英語のアナウンスが流れます。英語がわからなくても簡単な英語だったのと皆が一斉に動き出すのでわかります。遠くの方だったので実際に近くで大きいクジラを見ることは出来ませんでしたが遠くても見ることが出来て良かったです。クジラが見れるかどうかは運に左右されますが、見れなくても大きい船なのでクルージングするだけでも楽しめると思います。見れなかった場合もう一度見れるチケット？が配られるというのもこのツアーの良い点だと思います。
実際に一度予約していた日があったのですが当日バス乗り場でシャトルバスを待っていたらバスが来ず、ホテルのスタッフに確認してもらったところ今日はキャンセルということを伝えられました。天候が悪いと急に当日キャンセルされてしまう事もありますが、しっかりと返金されていたのでそこも安心だと思います。

I've been living in Hawaii for six years now, and I finally participated in a whale watching tour that I've always wanted to do.

Although it was a cloudy day, the weather was just right—not too hot and not too cold. After checking in a bit early, I wandered around the Aloha Tower. When it was time to board, we first had the familiar souvenir photo opportunity that you often find in the U.S. (The staff will come around during the cruise to sell these photos.)

While enjoying coffee and muffins on the first floor, we received explanations (in English, of course), and after departing, we could watch from anywhere on the four-story cruise ship. The crew members were also diligently searching for whales, but unfortunately, we didn't encounter any that day... I definitely want to try again next year.

ハワイに住んで6年目。念願のホエールウォッチングツアーに参加しました。
当日は曇り空ではあったものの、暑くもなく寒くもなくちょうどよい天気でした。
ちょっと早めにチェックイン後、アロハタワーの周りをウロウロ。乗船の合図があったので乗り込むと、まずはアメリカでお馴染みのお土産用写真撮影がありました。
（この写真は、クルーズ中にスタッフが販売しにきます）
1階でコーヒーとマフィンを食べながら説明（もちろん英語）を受け、出港後は4階建てクルーズ船のどこでも好きな場所で見ることができます。
船員さんも一生懸命探してくれたのですが、あいにくこの日はクジラに遭遇することができず・・・。
来年またリベンジしたいと思いました。

We went out after the storm and the sea was calm, the sky was grey. The staff members were professional and friendly and the boat is perfect with different levels for spotting whales. We saw lots of momma and baby whales for this late March and were happy with our trip! Mahalo to all!

The week I visited, there were storm and heavy rain warnings in Hawaii. I was really worried leading up to the day, but miraculously, the tour went ahead. And right away, whales appeared, jumping one after another. It was truly moving. I couldn't capture their magnificent jumps on camera in time, but I have firmly etched it in my memory. It was the day my dream of seeing humpback whales came true. Despite the unfortunate weather, I was really glad to see so many whales. I'm still excited and moved as I watch the videos. I absolutely recommend this. While there's no guarantee you'll see them, it's definitely worth the challenge!

私が訪れた期間はハワイ州に暴風、豪雨警報が出ている週でした。すごく心配して当日を迎えてましたが奇跡的にツアー催行されました。そしてすぐにクジラが現れて、次から次へとジャンプ。もう感動です。カメラが間に合わず華麗なジャンプを納めることは叶いませんでしたが、この胸にしっかり焼き付けました。いつか必ずザトウクジラを見るんだという夢が叶った日です。あいにくの天候でしたがたくさんのクジラを見ることができて本当によかった。今なお興奮冷めやらず動画を見て感動しています。絶対にオススメです。必ず見られる保証はありませんが、挑戦する価値は充分にあります！

We moved to a spot where we could see manta rays while watching the sunset. Since a staff member who spoke Japanese accompanied us, I felt at ease. While floating around during snorkeling, a manta ray suddenly appeared right below me. It got so close that I could almost reach out and touch it, and I was extremely excited!

夕日を見ながらマンタの見えるポイントへ移動。日本語の話せるスタッフが同行してくれたので、安心。シュノーケリングでぷかぷか浮いていると突然真下にマンタが出現。手を伸ばせば触れそうな距離まで接近で大興奮でした。

Our family had the best, and most gracious experience on our whale tour! This company truly cares about the species and their environment and it shows. They are knowledgeable, friendly, and accommodating. We can’t wait to come again!

I was worried about the weather because it had been rainy, but I was relieved when it was sunny on the day of the trip. The boat was more impressive than I had imagined, and I didn't feel much rocking. While we were leaving the shore, I enjoyed some banana cake and Kona coffee. It was so delicious that I wanted to have seconds!

As we approached the spots, I went up on the deck to enjoy the view. The scenery of Hawaii, the music, and the breeze were all so pleasant and calming. The announcements were in English, but I could somewhat figure out the direction by looking at the clock positions.

I had several chances to see whales, and I was thrilled to see a mother and her calf. The staff were all cheerful, and their smiles were very comforting.

雨続きだったので天候が心配でしたが、当日晴れて安心しました。想像していたより立派な船で、あまり揺れを感じませんでした。陸から離れる間、バナナケーキとコナコーヒーをいただきました。おかわりしたいくらいとっても美味しかったです＾＾
スポットに近づくと船の上に行き、景色を一望して楽しみました。ハワイの景色、音楽、風が心地よく、落ち着きました。
アナウンスなどは英語でしたが、時計の方向などでなんとなくで見える方向がわかりました。
クジラを見るチャンスは何度かあり、親子を見ることもできて嬉しかったです。
スタッフのみなさん明るく、笑顔に癒されました。

We were picked up on time and checked in by a brother with an afro, then we departed for the port on a large bus! This time, we participated with two adults and a one-year-old. The banana and pineapple bread served on the ship was incredibly moist and delicious—I wish I could learn how to make it! Unfortunately, there were no whales that day, but perhaps because we woke up early and were swaying on the boat, I was able to take the most wonderful nap in the rooftop chairs (laughs). Since it was our last day of the stay, we couldn't have a second chance, but I would love to try again the next time I visit Hawaii!

時間通りにお迎えに来ていただき、アフロのお兄さんに受付してもらい大型バスで港へ出発！今回は大人2人と1歳児で参加させていただきました。船内でいただけるバナナとパイナップルのブレッドがすっごくしっとりで作り方を教えて欲しいくらい美味しかったです。残念ながらこの日はクジラが現れなかったのですが、早起きして船に揺られていたからか屋上のチェアで最高に気持ちいいお昼寝が出来ました（笑）滞在の最終日での参加だったためリベンジが出来なかったのですが、またハワイに訪れた際は再チャレンジしたいと思います！

I couldn't see the whales well because I didn't know where they would come from. The boat was rocking, and I couldn't stand up and move around, so to avoid injury, I stayed seated and enjoyed the view of Waikiki Beach.

クジラがどこから出てくるか分らないのでよく見えませんでした。
船も揺れるし立ち上がってウロウロできないのでケガしないように椅子に座ったままで
ワイキキビーチを眺めて楽しみました。

Saw no whales this day but all not lost. We encountered a pod of dolphins on the way back to the dock. They played with us for awhile circling the boat and darting away. That made up for the lack of whales!

I felt quite restricted due to my lack of English skills. There were no Japanese participants. As for the whales, I was able to spot them surfacing about three times, but they were only the size of my fingernail for a brief moment, and they were too far away to take any pictures, which was disappointing. I suppose it's just luck, so there's nothing to be done about it.

As everyone mentioned in their reviews, the sea breeze was cold, and during the sunset tour in March, wearing an ultra-light down jacket was just right. There was no place inside the boat to shield from the wind. The strong swaying and cold, along with the surprisingly long duration of the trip, caused my mother, who is in her 70s, to feel unwell.

I would recommend this for those who want to "enjoy a leisurely cruise while feeling the sea breeze" rather than for whale watching! There were small children moving around the boat, but I was quite worried they might fall through the gaps in the handrails due to the significant rocking.

英語力が皆無なので、結構不自由を感じました。
日本人の参加者はいませんでした。
肝心の鯨は３回ほど息継ぎを遠くに見つけられましたが、爪の先ほどのサイズが一瞬で、写真を撮れるほどの距離でも無く残念でした。これは運なので仕方ないです。
皆さまのレビューどおり、海風が寒く、3月晴れのサンセットツアーではウルトラライトダウンを着てちょうど良かった程です。船内は風を防げる場所もありません。
強い揺れと寒さと、航行が意外と長くて、70代の母は体調を崩してしまいました。
鯨目的より、「のんびり海の風を感じながらクルーズしたい」という方にはオススメです！小さなお子さんが船上を行き来していましたが、かなり上下左右に揺れるので手すりの隙間から落ちてしまわないか心配でした。

I had always dreamed of having my wedding at the beautiful Kahala! One of the reasons for this was the Dolphin Lagoon. While there are other places in Japan and Hawaii where you can interact with dolphins, it meant a lot to me to connect with the dolphins at Kahala, so I was very satisfied.

Due to a mistake in my arrangements, I ended up participating alone, but before the quest, I enjoyed a morning buffet at the Plumeria House and took a lovely walk along the beautiful beach, creating very elegant and wonderful memories.

I spent about two hours exploring the lagoon, but there were no other Japanese people there. Everyone else was participating in the tour that involved entering the lagoon, but I felt that the mini quest was enough for me! It seemed that as long as you were dressed appropriately for getting wet, you didn't necessarily have to wear a swimsuit.

Since everything was in English, having some English skills would help you learn a lot about the dolphins, but even with none, I managed to get by.

結婚式をあげたかったほどの、憧れのカハラ！
その理由のひとつにドルフィンラグーンがある事でした◎
国内でもハワイでも、イルカに触れ合える場所は他にもありますが、カハラのイルカと触れ合うことに私には意味があったので大満足。
私の手配ミスで一人での参加になりましたが、クエストの前にプルメリアハウスでモーニングビュッフェを堪能し、美しいビーチを散歩してと、とても優雅で素敵な思い出になりました。
２時間ほどラグーンを見学していましたが、日本人はいませんでした。皆さん全員ラグーンに入水するツアーに参加されていましたが、私にはミニクエストで十分だと感じました！こちらは濡れても良い格好であれば、水着でなくても大丈夫そうでした。
英語オンリーなので英語力はあった方がイルカの話もたくさん教えてもらえますが、皆無でもなんとかはなりました＾＾;