All Reviews for Marine Wildlife Encounters

I was able to see a lot of whales! The prior explanation by the tour guide was in English, and then there was an announcement in Japanese, which made it easy to understand.
The reason for the four-star rating is the weather. Unfortunately, it happened to be cloudy with rain, which was disappointing. Thanks to the meal plan, I was able to warm up my chilled body with coffee and tea, which was a great help!

たくさんくじらを見ることができました！事前の説明も添乗員さんが英語でした後に日本でアナウンスが流れ、分かりやすかったです。
☆４の理由は天気。たまたま天気が曇りのち雨と悪かったのが残念でした。食事付きプランにしたおかげでコーヒーや紅茶で雨で冷えた身体を温めることができ、助かりました！

I was able to see the tail fin and spouting a few times, but it was disappointing that I couldn't see them well because they were far away. I didn't know there was a rule that you can't get closer than 100 meters. It's understandable since it's nature. The sea was calm, and I enjoyed the cruise. The photo sales were a bit too expensive, so I didn't buy any.

尾ビレと潮吹きが何回か見れましたが、遠くて良く見えなかったのが残念でした。100m以内迄近づくことができないルールがあるとは知らなかった。自然相手なので仕方無し。海は穏やかでクルーズは楽しめた。写真販売はちょっと高過ぎて買わず。

On February 6, we went on the late morning whale watching tour. The winds had been 20 - 30 MPH earlier that week and the water had not settled down. In spite of this, Captain Josh and the crew gave us a great time. We were close enough to the humpback whales that I could catch their bodies with my camera. Plus it was fun seeing the whales blow water into the air.

I was impressed by the captain knowing both fluent English and Japanese and being very safety conscience.

The Crew was great. They pointed out whales, got us drinks and gave us great info on the whales. I also appreciated the shuttle picking us up and dropping us off.

All in all, it was a great trip. If I go Back to Hawaii, I will probably book another trip on this boat. I would highly recommend this captain and crew to anyone who wants a great day on the water.

They were awesome! It was a great day! Even if we had never seen whales we still would have enjoyed the trip. Our captain Anthony and crew members Brett and Carlos were great hosts, informative and relaxed just as we like it.

The weather was very nice, but I couldn't see any whales. I did see dolphins, but it was disappointing. I would have liked a more detailed explanation based on my level of knowledge.

天気は非常によかったのですが、クジラには会えませんでした。イルカには会えましたが、残念でした。解説の方も自分が知っている知識レベルで、もう少し詳しい解説が聞きたかったです。

I was able to see the whale's tail, back, and spouting. Four dolphins were jumping. It was moving.

クジラの尾びれ、背中、潮吹き、見れました。
イルカが4頭、ジャンプしていました。
感動しました。

Wow!! We did the afternoon whale watch on February 12, 2015. First, we are so happy we booked this tour instead of one of the large cruise-like ships. Everything was fantastic and exceeded our expectations from the very start. Our crew (Jacob, Julia, David and Dave) were phenomenal! Each was outgoing, friendly and very knowledgeable. They made sure each person was attended to and were in constant contact with each other as well as the passengers. We were so fortunate to have perfect weather/sea conditions and only 7 passengers, including ourselves, for the cruise. Because of its size, the catamaran easily maneuvered to change course when we spotted whales, which was often! Not only did our crew point out sightings, but also explained why whales did certain things, their habits and shared past whale experiences. We even got to see a sea turtle when we were heading back to the marina. We were so happy we booked with this company. The cruise was intimate and fun and the drinks were great, too! If you want a top-notch, personal experience, book here!! Even if we hadn't been so lucky to see so many whales, the sailing experience with these great people would have been well worth it!

We had a great time. The boat was on the smaller side, which was good...we could maneuver and move towards sighted whales more quickly and easier than the large vessels could. there were about 12 total guest on the boat with 4 total crew members, so the tour was very intimate. We enjoyed the friendliness and knowledge of the staff. Light snacks and refreshments were provided, and alcohol was available for $1 or $2 for those who wanted it. There was plenty of room in the covered area of the boat as well as the front deck. We spent the majority out on the deck, as the views from there were remarkable. One woman got seasick and the crew did what they could to help her out. I'd recommend Dramamine beforehand just in case! Regarding the actual whale sightings, we probably saw about 6 whales in the time that we were out there. Most of the time we would see the large fin protruding from the water a few times, and then we'd see the tale come up before the whale made a deep dive into the water. We saw one turtle as well. No spinner dolphins when we were out but I believe that those are a common sighting as well. The whales we saw were anywhere from 50-100 yards away, so we felt like we were pretty close, without being on top of them (they are huge!). Overall, we had a fantastic time. Just being out on the boat was worth the price, and the multiple sightings made it a great trip. Staff does not ask for tips, but we thought it was appropriate to leave one since they were so accommodating. I would certainly recommend to a friend!

Our family had a great time!! Started with a very nice breakfast, and got to see some great up close whale activity. Worth every penny! Mahalo and Aloha!

I participated with my daughter and wife. The instructor mentioned that there have been days recently when they haven't been able to see dolphins, and many days have been canceled due to bad weather (high waves), but today the weather was nice, which was great.

Indeed, the weather was good on the day of our visit, with a clear blue sky that made the sun feel quite intense on our skin. However, it was still windy and cold, so I received advice to wear a wetsuit, and I had my daughter and wife put them on. I didn't wear one myself, but I brought enough clothing to stay warm, and I made sure to put on a jacket as soon as I got on the boat, so I was fine. In the end, my daughter and wife appreciated that I was easy to spot when we entered the water.

Of course, we were lucky enough to see both dolphins and turtles. We also spotted whales a few times... although I turned around and they were already gone.

In any case, make sure to prepare for the cold when you participate.

娘と妻と3人で参加しました。
インストラクターの方から最近イルカに会えてない日があったり、天気が悪くて（波が高くて）キャンセルになっている日が多いんですけど、今日は天気が良くてよかったですねと言われました。
確かに当日は天気が良くて、日があたっていると肌にジリジリ感じるくらいの青空でしたが、
それでも風が強くて寒いのでウェットスーツを着た方がいいですよとアドバイスをいただいて娘と妻には着用させました。自分は着なかったんですが寒くならない程度に着衣を持っていき、ボートに上がった時はすぐ羽織るようにしたので大丈夫でした。結果的には、海に入ったとき自分を見つけやすくてよかったよと言われ娘と妻には好評でした。

もちろん運よくイルカもカメとも会うことができました。
クジラも数回見ることができましたよ・・・自分は振り向いたらもういなかったですけど。

とにかく寒さ対策をしてご参加を。

Beautiful day and beautiful catamaran to follow several whales spotted. The naturalist on board was extremely informative about the trip and also answered questions about living on the Big Island. A truly memorable experience.

The whales always come close to the boat, making it easy for small children to spot and enjoy them. Inside the boat, there were displays featuring whale sounds, which kept the kids entertained without getting bored. However, I found the photos available for purchase to be quite expensive. I would have liked to buy one if they were a bit cheaper. The coffee and tea were self-serve, and I appreciated that there was decaf coffee available since I was nursing. On the way back, we could get off the bus freely, so we got off at Alamoana and spent the afternoon there. Both the kids and adults had a great time!

常に船頭にクジラが来るようにしてくれるので小さな子供でもクジラが探しやすく楽しめました。
船内にはクジラの鳴き声などの展示があり子供は飽きることなく楽しめました。
ただ、自由購入の写真が高かったなぁと。もう少し安かったら買いたかったんですが。
コーヒー紅茶はセルフですが、コーヒーはﾃﾞｶﾌｪがあり授乳中の私は助かりました。
帰りのバスは自由に降りれたのでｱﾗﾓｱﾅで降りて午後の時間をすごしました。
かなり子供も大人も楽しめました！

On the day of the trip, the waves were high, and it seemed there were few whales. I was starting to think it might not happen, but finally, I was able to see a few. Perhaps because of the high waves, I started to feel a bit seasick. If you're prone to motion sickness, it might be a good idea to take some medication. Initially, I planned to take pictures of the whales, but they would dive before I could focus, so I gave up and enjoyed watching them with my own eyes. Binoculars are nice, but I realized that when there are only a few whales, they can actually make it harder to spot them.

On the way back, there were hula dance lessons and ukulele lessons, which were enjoyable. Even if you don't understand English, I think it's fine because basic information is broadcast in Japanese.

当日は波が高く、クジラが少なかったようです。なかなか見つからず、ダメかなと思っていたところ、やっと何回か見れました。波が高かったせいか、船酔い気味になりました。乗り物酔いに弱い人は酔い止めの薬は飲んだほうがいいかもしれません。当初の予定では、クジラを写真におさめようと思っていたのですが、ピントを合わせる前にもぐってしまうので、諦めて、肉眼で楽しみました。双眼鏡もいいのですが、たくさんクジラがいるときはよくても、数回しか見れないときには双眼鏡はかえって見つけにくくなることがわかりました。
帰り途中フラダンスレッスンやウクレレレッスンもあり、楽しめました。英語はわからなくても基本的な情報は日本語放送があるので大丈夫だと思います。

Within less than 10 minutes of departure, I spotted them jumping. I was inside the boat, but I couldn't help but rush to the bow to see them jump continuously. While they were diving, I found myself enjoying the anticipation of where they would come up next. It was a fleeting two hours. I guess it's just a matter of luck! It felt like I used up all my luck for the year. I was able to spend a precious time.

出航して、10分足らずで、ジャンプしている姿を目視した。船内に居たけど、立て続けにジャンプしてくれる為に、思わず船首へ。海底へ潜っている間、次はどこからでてきてくれるのか？ 楽しんで予測している自分に気が付く。あっと言う間の2時間でした。luckyの一言なのでしょうかね！ 今年一年間の運を使ってしまった感じがした。
貴重な時間を過ごせた。

Everything was perfect, which was sunny day and the pick-up car to Kewalo Basin arrived on time, actually a little early at the appointment place. It was my first whale watching excursion. I really like to recommend this tour if you are available.

The catamaran that my wife and I got on board, I think, is the perfect size for agile movement for following the humpback whales race and watching them closely and even listening to the mysterious and marvelous whale songs. I think this neat ship is much better than massive cruises to watch fast-moving whales.

Staff who are kind and informative also helped us to have a good memory of the whale watching trip. They are very friendly and kind, especially their informative knowledge will help you better understand the humpback whales traits like why they came to Hawaii and what they do and so forth.

More importantly, I think, the staff really know well about the best spot where we can watch whales. Thanks to the wonderful staff, we really enjoyed and got a lucky chance to watch dozens of whales and their competition race as well as the show of spouting water. Moreover, we could watch tremendous whale breach at the end of our trip, which was carried over the mom whale accompanying its baby. It was really an unbelievable and unforgettable moment in our life. It’s worth your every penny.

We saw whales immediately. Whales were everywhere. Beyond my expectations.

Amazing creatures. Definitely a must see activity if you are in Hawaii during the right time of year. I liked the fact that this tour allowed to you return until you actually see whales. I was fortunate to see my first time out, but nice to know I could have returned if I needed to without additional expense.

I was able to see whales!! The sea was beautiful, and I was pleasantly surprised to see a sea turtle as well. The lunch was delicious too, which was great.

クジラ見れました‼︎海もキレイでよかったです。思いがけずウミガメも見れたし、お昼もおいしくてよかったです。

I participated in a tour in January. It was truly wonderful to see a mother and baby whale. It was my first time joining, but when I asked those who had participated multiple times, they said it was rare to see so many.

The lunch was a buffet style and very delicious. Additionally, there were plenty of engaging events on board, such as hula lessons and lei-making, which kept us entertained and very satisfied.

The guide spoke English, but they conveyed a friendly atmosphere using gestures and models to help us understand. My child was also able to experience the culture of whales and was very happy.

１月にツアーに参加しました。
親子のクジラが見ることができて本当によかったです。
初の参加でしたが、何度も参加されている方に聞いたら、こんなに見られるのは珍しいとおっしゃっていました。

ランチもビュッフェ形式で味もおいしかったです。
また、船内ではフラレッスンやレイ作りなど飽きないようなイベントがたくさんで大変満足です。

ガイドも英語でしたが、ジェスチャーや模型などを使ってわかり易く何とか理解してもらおうという雰囲気が伝わりました。
子どももクジラら異国文化に触れ合うことができ、すごく喜んでいました。

Picked up on time from our Hotel. Driver was very friendly, his helper was kind enough but quite young and she decided to get some sleep on the way to the ship, she must have had a late night bless her!(Not very professional!).
Onboard, breakfast was good and definitely worth the extra, you could help yourself as much as you like. Unfortunately we didn't actually get to see any whales on this trip so we were offered a free ticket for another day, which is very fair, however we did have to pay again for transportation which I think should have also been included. We also paid again for breakfast because it was worth it.
Our second cruise however we did finally get to see some whales which was great, as this was our main reason for coming to Oahu at this time of year.
Overall it's a very worthwhile trip to go on, even just for the views of Honolulu and the Breakfast.

We were picked up by a friendly gentleman who treated my older travelers very respectfully. When we got to the harbor the captain was very thorough yet fun with the way he spoke to us. We knew exactly what to expect and what to do.
When we got going, the crew was very friendly and spent a lot of time talking to us about whales and whatever else we wanted to ask about. They were very upbeat and wiling to get us drinks at any time. The boat was clean and the music was good.
I've been on many whale watching cruises and I would recommend this outfit to anyone. From the captain, who speaks fluent Japanese, all the way down the crew these people have passion for what they do and it shows.

We started our activity by getting picked up at our hotel by a friendly shuttle driver. We were with my mother-in-law and her sister. The driver suggested they used hotel restroom before we left, which was very nice, considering they were elderly and the restroom on the boat can be a little tricky to say the least.
When we got to the shipyard we were greeted by the captain and the crew. They were very thorough and professional.
We set off to find whales and the crew was very accommodating and interacted with everyone. They always asked if we needed anything.
We didn't have much luck spotting whales this day. We spotted a few in the distance and finally a mom and baby after looking an extra 30 minutes past our scheduled time.
Not really their fault, but a little disappointing.
I would recommend these folks. They are a good crew.

I participated in January, but I couldn't see anything due to the weather (cloudy skies). Please understand that there is a possibility of not being able to see anything when you participate. However, I was able to see flying fish and a U.S. Navy submarine.

1月に参加しましたが、天候の関係（曇天）？のため見られませんでした。
見られない可能性もある事を理解して参加願います。
ただし、トビウオとアメリカ海軍の潜水艦を見ることができました。

Amazing and informative crew. Along with amazing wildlife and sunset!!! Can't wait to go again!!

I had some doubts about how much we would be able to see, but we were able to observe a baby whale showing its tail and spouting water. The location was off the coast of the Kahala Hotel.

どれだけ見ることができるのかは疑問があったものの、子供鯨が尾びれを見せたり、潮吹きをしたりするところを観察できました。場所は、カハラホテル沖でしたね。

I was a little leary about swimming with Manta Rays at night in the ocean....but I knew I would regret not doing it. WHAT an experience!! The highlight of our trip. It was amazing to float on the water with those gigantic rays swimming literally inches from your body. I would highly recommend this to anyone!

I always wanted to visit Sea Life Park! It felt like I was really in Hawaii, and I participated with excitement. The dolphins were so cute, and it was very healing for my heart. To get to Sea Life Park, you would need to use a trolley if you don't have a rental car, which could be time-restricted, so I signed up for this tour. I'm glad I was able to enjoy it at a leisurely pace.

一度は行きたかったシーライフパーク！ハワイに来たという感じで、ワクワクしながら参加しました。イルカがとても可愛くて、心が癒されました。シーライフパークに行くにはレンタカーがなければトロリー利用になり、時間の制約ありそうなので、このツァーに申込みました。ゆっくり楽しめてよかったです。

You guarantee seeing whales and that is just what we did. It was very exiting for my first time.
Everyone was professional, well informed and provided great service.

Initially, I had a rather casual expectation, but from the very beginning, I was able to experience a lot of surprises and excitement, and I am very satisfied.

最初勝手なイメージで、期待はそこそこだったのですが最初から驚きと
感激が多く味わう事が出来、大変満足しています

I participated in the lunch package from the Ko Olina area. There were few participants from Ko Olina, just two groups including us. However, we were warmly welcomed by a large bus. The buffet was more delicious and varied than I expected, but while we were away from our seats to see the whales, we couldn't access the food area anymore. It seems better to keep your seat before getting up. We were able to see quite a few whales! I couldn't take many photos, but I would love to participate again.

ランチ付をコオリナ地区から参加しました。
コオリナからの参加者は少なく私達をふくめ二組でした。しかし、大型バスで丁寧にお迎えきました。
そして、ビュッフェは予想よりは美味しいく種類豊富、しかし、クジラ見に席離れている間に料理のスペースは入れなくなりました。
席立つ前にキープした方が良さそうです。
肝心クジラは結構みれました‼写真には中々撮れなかったけど。また、参加したいです。