Hawaii
I participated in a morning plan that included breakfast. I thought it would be unlikely to see whales, but shortly after we set sail, there was an announcement that whales were nearby. We were able to see the whales' backs and their spouts up close. The boat drifted near the whales for a while, and we continued to see their backs and spouts. Although it was a wonderful breakfast buffet, I was so captivated by the whales that I hardly ate, and I wondered if breakfast was even necessary. On the way back to the port, we were also able to see a rainbow over the island. While we didn't see the kind of jumps often featured in photos, I was still very satisfied.
午前中の朝食付きのプランで参加しました。くじらはなかなかみられないだろうなと思いながら参加しましたが、出航してすぐにくじらがいると放送があり、くじらが近くにいて、くじらの背中と潮吹きがみられました。その後もくじらの近くを船が漂い、ずっとくじらの背中や潮吹きがみられました。せっかくの朝食ビュッフェでしたが、くじらに夢中であまり食べられず、朝食はなくてもよかったのかなと思いました。帰港中に島にかかった虹もみることができました。写真でよくみるようなジャンプはみられませんでしたが、満足でした。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back on board when you visit Hawaii again.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
We experienced it as a family of six, but it's hard to say we saw a whale! We only caught a glimpse of its back.
家族6人で体験したけど、クジラを見た!とはなかなか言いにくい感じでした
背中の少し見えただけ?でした!
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are also disappointed that we were unable to observe whales this time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back on board during the next whale season when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。また、今回は鯨の観測が出来なかった事は、私共も残念に思っております。次回鯨のシーズンにハワイへお越しの際には、再乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
We encountered dolphins right at the start and saw them spin out. We saw a whale three times, blowing water and showing its tail. It would have been better if we were a bit closer.
開始早々にイルカと遭遇しスピンアウトが見られました。クジラは3回、潮吹きと尾びれを見ました。もう少し近くだったら良かったです。
Thank you for using VELTRA.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the winter whale watching.
It was lucky that you also encountered dolphins.
We hope you will use our company VELTRA for your next trip as well.
VELTRA Customer Support
この度はVELTRAをご利用いただきありがとうございます。
冬のホエールウォッチングをお楽しみいただけたようで大変うれしく思います。
さらにイルカにも遭遇できたとのこと、ラッキーでしたね。
次回のご旅行も弊社VELTRAをご利用いただけますと幸いです。
VELTRAカスタマーサポート
I participated with my elderly mother and husband. The food was very delicious, and the show was wonderful. In particular, the host's talk was entertaining, and we were enveloped in laughter and emotion. The guide was also kind and spoke slowly in easy-to-understand English for Japanese people, which was reassuring. After the show, we immediately got on the bus, so I thought it would be good to use the restroom after finishing the meal. The return bus had quite strong air conditioning, so a jacket is definitely necessary.
高齢の母と主人と3人で参加いたしました。食事もとても美味しくショーも素晴らしかったです。
特に司会の方のトークが面白くて笑いと感動に包まれました。ガイドの方も親切で、日本人にはわかりやすい英語でゆっくり話してくれますので、安心です。ショーが終わったらすぐにバスに乗りますので、食事が終わったところでトイレに行っておくといいと思いました。帰りのバスはかなり冷房がきいていますので必ず上着が必要です。
I went whale watching in early February 2020. The weather was nice, but we couldn't see any whales. I thought maybe it was a bit early in the season since they apparently don't jump until after giving birth. The hotel sent a bus to pick us up, but it arrived more than 10 minutes late, which made me anxious that we might have gone to the wrong meeting place. Once the bus arrives, they call out names, so there's no need to worry while waiting. I opted for the breakfast option, but there wasn't much time, and the menu was quite limited, which was disappointing. The good thing was that the sea was beautiful! I hope this helps you.
2020年2月初旬にホエールウォッチング。天気良かったけれど、クジラは観れず。子供を産んだ後でないと飛び跳ねないらしく、ちょっとシーズン早かったのかなっと思った。ホテルにバスが迎えにきてくれたが、10分以上遅れてバスが到着。集合場所を間違えたのかと不安になってしまった。バスが来たら名前で呼んでくれるから心配せずに待ってればいい。朝食付きの物にしたが時間が少なく、またメニューもかなり少ないので残念。良かったのは海が綺麗だったってことですかね!参考にしてもらえればと思います。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
I was worried about whether I would really be able to see anything based on the reviews, but from about 30 minutes after departure, I was able to see continuously. I couldn't see the large figure right in front of me, though... I didn't include breakfast, so I went outside early and watched from above. There were English announcements followed by explanations in Japanese, so I think it would be fine for those who don't understand English. Since this ship is large, I think even those who are prone to seasickness would be okay. On the way back, I asked the driver if I could be dropped off at Ala Moana, and I thought he said okay, but in the end, I was just passed by. However, I was able to get off without going to the pickup location, which saved me time for my plans afterward. Next time, I want to go on a slightly smaller ship.
口コミをみて、本当にみられるか心配でしたが、出航して30分くらいからずーっとみれました。
大きな姿を目の前で!というわけにはいかなかったのですが…。
朝食はつけなかったので、早めに外に出て上の方から見てました。
英語のアナウンスに続いて日本語の説明もあり、英語が分からないひとでも問題ないかと思います。
この船は大きいので、酔いやすい人も大丈夫だと思います。
帰りに、アラモアナで降ろしてもらえるかドライバーに聞いたのですが、OKと言ったと思っていたら結局素通りされてしまいましたが、ピックアップの場所まで行かなくても、降りることが出来たので、その後の予定への時間を節約でしました。
次はもう少し小さい船で行きたいと思います。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching.
Please do come again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測をお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
The weather was nice, and I was able to see two whales. The sea breeze felt good, and it was wonderful to see Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the ocean, making Oahu look beautiful.
良い天気で、2匹の鯨を見ることができました。
海風も気持ちよく、ワイキキビーチやダイヤモンドヘッドも見えて海から見るオアフ島も素敵でした。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the whale watching. Please come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
くじらの観測をお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
We did the EarlyBird Breakfast Cruise on Jan. 22, 2020. It was wonderful. Easy to arrive and enjoy some breakfast before leaving. Food and drinks were well worth the price.
Shortly after leaving we saw the whale breaching amd we were all amazed.
Capt. Mike and crew did an amazing job.
Highly recommend!!!
At first, there were no whales, so we enjoyed a leisurely cruise. The weather was nice, and it felt great to relax while taking in the views of the sea and mountains.
In the end, there was a rush of whale sightings! We all reacted to the captain's announcements of "Look in the direction of 3 o'clock!" and moved around the boat together. We were thrilled to see about three whales spouting water and showing their tails as they dove!
初めはクジラが現れなかったのでゆったりクルージング。お天気も良く海や山等、景色を眺めながらゆっくり過ごして気持ちよかったです。
最後にクジラさん出現ラッシュ!
5回くらい船長の「何時の方向に見えました!」と言うアナウンスに反応し乗客みんなで船上を移動。3頭くらいのクジラが塩を吹いたり、潜るのに尾ビレを見せたりする姿が見え感動しました!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching and the scenery with us. Please do come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測や景色を私共とお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
I felt at ease participating in the tour with a Japanese guide. Since we were climbing over 3000 meters, we took breaks along the way to prevent altitude sickness, and the timing of the breaks was perfect; I felt completely fine. Once we rose above the clouds, the rain that had been falling stopped (which is expected since we were above the clouds), and the view was absolutely breathtaking. While I was taking photos, the sunset began. The moment the sun set was indescribable. After watching the sunset, we enjoyed stargazing with explanations. Yamapi's explanations were a bit fast, and I sometimes couldn't catch everything, but I was captivated by the stories. The discussions weren't just about the stars; they also touched on global issues, the future of the Earth, and the reality that dangerous things are likely to happen, which was sobering. Hearing about his personal experiences and his parents brought tears to my eyes. I found myself crying again during the background music in the car on the way back. It felt like the rigid parts of me had melted away. This tour really makes you reflect on important things. Yamapi is a wonderful entertainer. I hope many people get to participate in this tour.
日本語ガイドという事で安心して参加出来ました。
標高3000m以上登るので高山病予防のため、途中休憩を挟み山頂まで上がりましたが、休憩が絶妙で、全く大丈夫でした。雲の上に上がると降っていた雨もあがり(雲の上だから当然?)視界全てが絶景で、撮影している間に夕陽が落ちてきました。太陽が沈む瞬間は何とも言えない気持ちでした。夕陽を見た後は説明付きの星空鑑賞。やまぴーさんの説明は早口でたまに聞き取れなかったけど話に聞き入ってしまいました。星空の事だけでなく、世界の事、地球のこれから、危険な事は起きていくだろうという話は現実的で身が引き締まる思いになりました。ご自身の体験談、親御さんの事など…話を聞いていたら涙が溢れてきました。帰りの車内のBGMにまた涙が出て号泣。自分の中の凝り固まった部分が溶けたような感じでした。大切な事を考えさせてくれるツアーです。やまぴーさんは素晴らしいエンターテイナーです。沢山の方がこのツアーに参加されるといいなぁと思います。
Thank you for participating in the tour. There is a stunning sunset viewpoint a little away from the summit of Haleakalā, and I guide everyone there. It's a quiet spot with no one around, allowing you to slowly enjoy the sunset. Strangely, when I come here, various memories from my past come to mind like a revolving lantern, and I feel enveloped by the vastness of the Earth and the magnificent scenery. It makes me think that it's okay to take a detour in life. Please come back to Maui again.
ツアー参加頂き有難うございました。ハレアカラ山頂から少し動いた場所にサンセット絶景スポットがありまして、皆さんをご案内しています。人も居なくてゆっくりサンセットの沈む様子が眺められます。不思議なことにここに来ると今までの色々な日々が走馬灯の様に浮かび、地球の大きさと雄大な景色に包まれます。人生回り道してもいいのではと思ったりします。またマウイにいらしゃってくださいませ。
I think this is all about luck. Just when we had given up on seeing whales today and were on our way back to the port, an American woman we had been talking with found a whale spouting in the distance! When we shouted, the boat went closer to the whale...
It's strange that even with more than ten crew members on deck standing by to look for whales, the crew couldn't find any. I hope the whale spotting crew will try a little harder next time!
こればかりは運だと思います。
もう今日はクジラは無理だとあきらめて港へ帰る途中に、私たちファミリーと
一緒にお話ししていたアメリカ人女性が遠くで潮を吹くクジラを見つけました! 私たちが声を上げたので、それから船がクジラの近くに行ってくれたりしましたが。。。
デッキ上にボートクルーも10人以上もクジラ探しでスタンバイしているのに
クルーがクジラを見つけられなかったのが不思議です。
次回はクジラ発見隊クルーにもうちょっと頑張ってほしいです!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We will share your comments internally. We appreciate your valuable feedback. All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
頂きましたコメントは社内で共有させて頂きます。
貴重なコメント有難うございました。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
All the young men took very good care of my friend in a wheelchair. they made her feel welcomed. The dancers were grate and the food was fun (they could have done better on the desert). the food line went fast.
The bathrooms could have been a little better.
I'm grateful that the captain tells us which direction to look for the whales. In fact, there were several whales in that direction, but we could only see their dorsal fins, which was disappointing.
A small boat was quite close to the whales, so even though it was a bit rocky, being in a smaller boat might allow you to feel the size and power of the whales more.
Breakfast was delicious, but I felt it was a bit pricey for what you get...
クジラがいると船長さんが何時の方向に見えますと言ってくれるのでありがたいです。
実際その方向にクジラが何頭かいましたが背鰭しか見えず残念でした。。
小さなボートがかなりクジラに接近していたので、揺れがキツくても小さなボートの方がクジラの大きさや迫力は感じられるかもしれません。
朝食は美味しかったですが、お値段の割にはお高く感じました…
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. I am sorry to hear that your encounter with the whales was not very clear. We will share your feedback regarding breakfast with our staff and use it as a reference for future improvements. Thank you very much for this time.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。あまりはっきりとしたクジラとの遭遇でなかったようで、心が痛みます。朝食の関するご意見は、スタッフ一同と共有し、今後の改善の参考とさせていただきます。今回は、本当にありがとうございました。
This was a great tour! Our driver/guide had lots of fun stories about history and culture of everything we saw. It was a good amount of time at each place.
The USS Missouri is great. Take the guided tour! Our guide had some great stories. I also enjoyed having time to explore on my own.
The USS Arizona Memorial and other memorials were very humbling. So grateful for the men and women who sacrificed their lives that day so I can enjoy the freedom I now have. It was quite humbling to stand over the tomb of those men in the USS Arizona. I also enjoyed the Walk of Honour. My only regret was not having enough time to explore the other things in and around that site.
This was a great starter tour to show me what I might like to do next time. The company from booking to resort pick-up and drop off to not having to navigate the traffic made it well worth the investment. I highly recommend this for everyone. I learned a lot!
I also greatly appreciated the poncho to use as we had rain off and on all day. Unexpected but awesome bonus!
This time it was rainy, so we couldn't see any whales. It's a natural occurrence, so there's nothing we can do about it, but it's disappointing.
I'll try again next time.
今回は雨で、ホエールも観れませんでした。
自然なものなので仕方ありませんが、残念でした。
次回再チャレンジします。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that you were unable to see any whales during this cruise. We always wish we could control that. We hope you will consider reboarding when you visit Hawaii again in the winter. Thank you once again for your patronage.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございました。今回おクルーズではクジラに会えなくて本当に残念で仕方がありません。我々がコントロールできれば、といつも思っております。また、冬の時期にハワイにお越しになる際に、再乗船していただけることを願っております。今回は本当にありがとうございました。
While on the way to Haleakalā, they share various information about Maui, so it's a good idea to join early once you arrive on the island. Depending on the day's temperature and crowd levels, they consider where to go outside, take you to beautiful photo spots, and help you capture many wonderful pictures.
You can enjoy delicious bento, warm tea, sit in a chair with a blanket while watching the starry sky, and hear touching stories. It was, as expected, the best experience.
Next time, I want to join around the new moon.
ハレアカラに行くまでの車中でも、マウイ島のいろいろなことを教えてくれるので、マウイ島に着いたら早めに参加するといいです
その日の気温や込み具合によって外に出る場所を考えてくれたり、美しい撮影スポットに連れて行ってくれて、素敵な写真をたくさん撮っていただけるし、
美味しいお弁当、暖かいお茶、椅子に座って毛布を掛けて観る星空、心に染みるお話などなど、予想どおり最高の経験でした
今度は新月の頃にまた参加したいです
Thank you for participating in the tour. During the tour, we introduced the best aspects of Maui, including the latest restaurant information. Since the weather at Haleakalā changes daily, we adjust the shooting locations based on the time. Please come to Maui for a relaxing getaway again!
ツァー参加有難うございました。ツァー中に最新のレストラン事情などを含めベストなマウイの良いところを紹介しております。ハレアカラ山は毎日気象などが変わるため
撮影なども時間によって場所を変えております。またマウイに休養しに来てくださいね!
Most of the participants seemed to be foreigners, with only two Japanese people. Throughout the tour, there is narration, but it's all in English, so those who understand it will likely enjoy it more. Light snacks are available on board, including pretzels, fruits, and coffee. Alcohol can also be ordered separately.
At first, a few dolphins appeared, followed by whales about three times. It lasted around five minutes. Just when I was about to give up because they weren't showing up, I was moved when I saw the dorsal fin. It was the moment when everyone's wishes were fulfilled.
From what I heard around me, it seems that dolphins are seen more frequently in places like Oahu and Okinawa, so I think this tour is more suitable for those who are looking for a cruise experience rather than just whale watching. Although it was a large ship, there was quite a bit of rocking, so I recommend that those who are sensitive to motion sickness prepare some medication.
ほとんどの参加者が外国の方のようでした。日本人は別に2人ほど。
ツアー中、ずっとナレーションが入りますが全て英語のため、分かる方はより楽しめると思います。
船内では軽食が食べられます。ブレッツェルなどのお菓子、フルーツ、コーヒーなど。お酒も別途注文できます。
最初にイルカが数頭出てきて、
そのあとくじらが3回ほど。時間にすると5分程でしょうか。
なかなか出てこず、諦めかけた矢先でしたので、背ビレが見えた時は感動ものでした。皆の願いが届いた瞬間でした。
周囲の話を聞いていると、オアフ島や沖縄ではもっと頻度良く見られるとのことで、ホエールウォッチング以上に、クルーズを目的にされる方に適しているツアーだと思いました。
また大きい船でしたが、揺れが結構大きかったので、弱い方は酔い止めをご準備された方が良いと思います。
Thank you for using VELTRA.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the winter whale watching.
It's reassuring to know that you were able to see them just when you were about to give up.
We hope you will use our VELTRA services for your next trip as well.
VELTRA Customer Support
この度はVELTRAをご利用いただきありがとうございます。
冬のホエールウォッチングをお楽しみいただけたようで大変うれしく思います。
なかなか現れず、諦めかけていた矢先に見えたとのこと、安心いたしました。
次回のご旅行も弊社VELTRAをご利用いただけますと幸いです。
VELTRAカスタマーサポート
I was torn between choosing the sunset or the sunrise, and I decided on this tour with a Japanese guide. This was a great decision.
On the way to Haleakalā, we enjoyed various stories about Maui and were introduced to affordable and rare souvenirs, making the journey to the summit fly by without a dull moment.
Once we reached the summit, the seamless explanations continued, and we efficiently took photos in groups without missing the magic hour shutter opportunities.
During the stargazing, we were provided with chairs, gloves, blankets, and warm barley tea, which was greatly appreciated. It was amazing to clearly observe the lunar surface through a high-powered telescope!
Compared to a similar tour I participated in on the Big Island, the level of excitement was completely different. Listening to the guide, Mr. Yamauchi, share his heartfelt stories while gazing at the stars was a touching experience I hadn't had in a while. I hope this tour continues for as long as possible.
夕日にしようか、朝日にしようか迷い、日本語ガイドの当ツアーを選択。
これは大正解でした。
ハレアカラ到着までのマウイ島にまつわる四方山話、安価でレアなお土産の
紹介などもあり、飽きる事なくあっという間に山頂へ。
山頂へ着いてからもよどみない説明の合間に、マジック・アワーのシャッター
チャンスを逃すことなく参加グループ毎に手際よく写真撮影をしていただきました。
星空観測では椅子、手袋、毛布、そして温かい麦茶の提供、有難かったです。
高倍率の天体望遠鏡を通して、月面もはっきりと観測できるとは!
以前ハワイ島で同様のツアーに参加した時と比較すると、感動度合は全く異なりなした。星を眺めながらのガイド山内さんのお話も、久しぶりに聞いた心に染みる良いお話でした。これからも出来る限り、このツアーを続けて頂きたいです。
On this day, the moon was out, and I think the brightness of the moon somewhat diminished the stars. However, during the half-moon phase, the craters of the moon can be viewed at a distance that feels like you could land on them, which is another enjoyment. Please come again to see the sunset and starry sky at 3,000 meters. I look forward to our reunion.
この日は月が出ている日で、多少星が月の明るさで半減してしまったと思うのですが、半月の時は月のクレーターが着陸できるような距離で眺められるので、これもひとつの楽しみですね。また是非3000メートルの夕陽と星空を見に来てくださいませ。再会を楽しみにしております。
I parked at Pier 5.6 an hour ago, thinking there was a whale watching booth there, but it turned out that the Star of Honolulu was a five-minute walk from there, so I was cutting it close on time. The whale watching at Pier 5.6 is operated by a different company called Atlantis, so be careful about that. The parking fee is a maximum of $30, and I paid $27, so it wasn't much different. Once on board, we listened to the explanation and then went outside to look for whales, but in the end, we couldn't find any. The scenery was amazing.
1時間前からピア5.6の駐車場に停めてそこにもホエールウォッチングのブースがありそこかと思っていたらスターオブホノルルはそこから徒歩5分のところだったので時間ギリギリでした。
ピア5.6のホエールウォッチングはアトランティスという別会社なので注意が必要です。
駐車場はMAX 30ドルで、私は27ドルだったので対して変わりませんでした。いざ乗船して説明聞いてから外に出てクジラを探しましたが結局クジラはみつかりませんでした。景色は最高でした。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that you were unable to encounter any whales. It is genuinely disappointing when it is something beyond our control. We hope you will consider reboarding during your next visit to Hawaii in the winter, and we will continue to strive for improvement. Thank you very much.
この度は、スターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クジラに出会えなかったことは、心より残念に感じております。我々がコントロールできないことで、本当に辛い気持ちです。また、冬の時期にハワイにお越しに際に再乗船していただけるのを願い改善に努力してまいります。本当にありがとうございました。
The weather was nice and sunny on the day, but unfortunately, we didn't see any whales. I was told there was a 95% chance of seeing them, which was disappointing. The interior of the boat was clean, the cocktails were delicious, and the scenery was beautiful.
当日は晴れて天候は良かったのですが、
ホエール見えず 見える確率95%と言われましたが残念でした。船内は綺麗でカクテルは美味景色も良かったです。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that you were unable to encounter any whales. Our staff also waits for the whales during this season with hopeful hearts. We hope you will join us again when you visit Hawaii in the winter, and we will continue to strive for improvements. Thank you.
この度は、スターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クジラに出会えずに本当に残念に感じております。我々スタッフもこの時期は、祈るような気持でクジラを待っております。また、冬の時期いハワイにお越しの際に再乗船していただけることを願い、より改善に向け努力してまいります。ありがとうございました。
The experience was great. We loved the view from the ceiling and the Luau dance. One thing that could have been done better is the food choice (given the culinary taste that different people have). We didn’t like the fish and chicken served. Overall it was good.
It’s not that I couldn’t see them, but I thought I would be able to see them much closer. Upon further inquiry, I learned that during the afternoon, the whales are napping, so they are not very visible unless you go in the morning or around evening.
Also, when I tried to book, I wanted to sign up for the Tuesday evening tour, but I could only click on Wednesday evening. So, reluctantly, I clicked on Wednesday night, but I couldn’t make a reservation and was instead offered Tuesday afternoon, which I accepted... but I really wanted to go in the evening.
Then, two days later, while I was taking a walk on the hotel beach, I saw whales... (crying)
見れなかったわけではないのですが…
もっともっと近くで見れると思ってました。
よくよく聞くと、お昼頃はホエールはお昼寝中なので朝もしくは夕方ごろじゃないとあまり見えないそうです。
あと、予約時に火曜日の夕方のツアーに申し込みたいのに水曜日の夕方しかクリックできなかったので仕方なく水曜日の夜をクリックしたら予約できず火曜日のお昼をすすめられたので火曜日のお昼にしましたが…やっぱり夕方に見に行きたかったです。
そして、2日後にホテルのビーチをお散歩してたらホエール見れました…(泣)
Thank you for using VELTRA.
We hope you enjoyed the winter whale watching.
We appreciate your understanding regarding the distance, as it is a natural occurrence.
We would be grateful if you could use our VELTRA services for your next trip as well.
VELTRA Customer Support
この度はVELTRAをご利用いただきありがとうございます。
冬のホエールウォッチングをお楽しみいただけましたでしょうか。
自然のものゆえ、少し遠くなってしまったことご理解いただけますと幸いです。
次回のご旅行も弊社VELTRAをご利用いただけますと幸いです。
VELTRAカスタマーサポート
I booked a breakfast buffet plan for the "Whale Watching Cruise - Star of Honolulu" with a choice of cultural experiences.
I didn't include transportation and took an Uber taxi from the hotel to Pier 8.
At that time, the weather in Hawaii was consistently "cloudy with occasional rain and strong winds," resulting in high waves.
<Breakfast>
You can freely choose from bread, rice, scrambled eggs (steamed eggs), American sausage, and cereal, along with coffee, tea, green tea, milk, and orange juice.
Around the time we finished breakfast, they provided an explanation about whale watching. Those who didn't have breakfast had to wait until we finished. The explanation was entirely in English, so I somewhat understood it while reading the translations from Google Translate's microphone mode.
<Cruise>
Announcements like "Let's work together to find the whales!" and "The ecology of whales is..." were continuously made in English. At first, I was full of enthusiasm, but the waves were intense, and the wind was strong. It was rocking a lot. As expected, I got seasick, and it became difficult to focus on whale watching. I usually don't get car or airplane motion sickness, but this was a different dimension. (The foreign guests around me seemed fine.) I couldn't spot any whales, and with the seasickness, it turned into quite a heavy activity.
However, those who couldn't see any whales are issued a ticket for another free cruise.
Due to my travel schedule, I didn't use the ticket, but I think it's great that they offer a chance.
Since this activity depends on nature, I recommend understanding that aspect and being prepared to accept the possibility of not seeing whales when making a reservation.
Also, I recommend bringing motion sickness medication.
「ホエールウォッチングクルーズ スターオブホノルル号 選べるカルチャー体験」の朝食ビュッフェ付きプランを予約しました。
送迎は付けず、ホテルからpier8までUberタクシーで移動しました。
この時のハワイの天気は、連日「曇時々雨で一日中強風」というタイミングも重なり、波が高かったです。
<朝食>
パン、ごはん、スクランブルエッグ(スチームエッグ)、アメリカンソーセージ、シリアル
コーヒー、紅茶、緑茶、牛乳、オレンジジュース
これらから自由に選べます。
朝食を食べ終わる頃にホエールウォッチングの説明がされます。
朝食を食べ終わるまでの間、朝食なしの人は待っていることになります。
説明は全篇英語なので、Google翻訳のマイクモードで翻訳されたのを読みながら、なんとなく理解しました
<クルーズ>
「みんなで協力しあってくじらを見つけよう!」「くじらの生態は…」というようなアナウンスが終始英語で流れています。
最初はやる気に溢れていたのですが、なんせ波が、すごい。風も、すごい。揺れる。
案の定船酔いしてしまい、途中からホエールウォッチングどころではなくなってしまいました。
車酔いや飛行機酔いはしない方ですが、船は別次元でした。
(周りの外国人の方々は平気そうでした。)
くじらはを見つけることはできず、船酔いをし、なかなかヘビーなアクティビティになりました。
ただ、くじらを見れなかった人にもう一回無料でクルーズできるチケットが発行してもらえます。
旅程の都合でチケットは利用しませんでしたが、チャンスをもらえるのはいいと思います。
自然とのお付き合い次第のアクティビティなので、その点は理解し、諦めを覚悟して予約することをおすすめします。
それと、酔い止めをご持参されることをおすすめします。笑
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were unable to fully enjoy the whale watching this time.
Please come back on a calmer day.
All of our staff look forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
今回はクジラの観測を十分にお楽しみ頂けず、大変残念に思います。
是非また波の穏やかな日にお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
You drive up from nearly sea level to the summit at about 3,000 meters. The sunset, with the changing colors of the sun and the clouds transforming in layers after sunset, is captivating and never gets boring. The starry sky afterward takes your breath away. The starry sky over Lake Tekapo in New Zealand's South Island was lovely, but due to the higher elevation, we enjoyed a cloudless sky that day, allowing us to take in a 360-degree view of the stars. The stories from our guide, Mr. Yamauchi, added to the enjoyment.
標高約3000メートルの頂上まで、海抜0メートル近くから車で上がっていきます。色を変えながら沈んでいく太陽、サンセット後の雲の色が幾重にも変化していく様は、飽きることなく眺められます。その後の満天の星も息をのみます。ニュージーランド南島のテカポ湖の星空も素敵でしたが、標高が高い分、この日は雲一つない状況でしたので、360度の星空を楽しめました。ガイドの山内さんの話も楽しみを倍加させます。
Thank you for joining the tour. One of the charms of Haleakalā is that it takes about an hour and a half to reach the summit from the base. There is a limit of 11 participants per day, five days a week, as set by the national park, so we recommend making your reservation early. The summit can be cold, so we have warm clothing, blankets, and hot tea available, so please feel free to join us with peace of mind. We look forward to seeing you again in Maui.
ツァーにご参加有難うございます。山頂までは下から1時間半で上がれるのもハレアカラの魅力かと思います。人数制限が一日11名週に5日と国立公園から定められておりますのでお早めの予約をお勧め致します。山頂は寒いので防寒着、毛布、温かいお茶なども用意してありますので、安心してご参加くださいませ。またのマウイ再会を楽しみにしております。
I am a technical salaryman.
I was moved to tears by the wonderful scenery and Yamapi's deep explanation of the starry sky.
I had been feeling down lately from working so hard every day, but seeing such a magnificent and beautiful sunset and starry sky made my daily negatives feel small and I couldn't help but laugh.
And in the end, tears streamed down my cheeks...
It would not be an exaggeration to say it was the best experience.
技術系サラリーマンのオッサンです。
素晴らしい景色、ヤマピーさんの深い星空解説で泣きました。
毎日毎日擦り切れるほど働かされてここのところ滅入っていましたが、
こんなにも雄大で美しいサンセットと星空を見てしまうと、
日々のネガティブなことが小さく感じて笑えてしまいました。
そして最後には頬を伝わる涙...
最高の体験であったと言っても過言ではありません。
I am grateful for the time we could share that brought us some peace of mind. The starry sky at Haleakalā has a magical way of making the heart feel neutral, which is quite mysterious. I look forward to our next reunion in Maui.
少しでも心安らげる時間が共有できたことに感謝です。ハレアカラの星空は心がマジックの様にュートラルにしてくれるので、不思議です。
次のマウイ再会を楽しみにしております。
This was my first time visiting Hawaii during this season. I signed up with the mindset of just being lucky if I could see anything, but it turned out to be an amazing memory. I could see the ocean on both the right and left multiple times, and the water was so clear that I could see reflections on the surface. My child was also very happy. I participated in a cultural experience where we had fun making flower crowns together. If I come back during this season, I definitely want to participate again.
この時期のハワイへ行くのは初めてでした。
どれくらい見れるのか?見れたらラッキーだなぐらいの気持ちでの参加申し込みだったのですが、結果は最高の思い出になりました。
右にも左にも何度も見え、海水が綺麗なので水面に姿が見えていました。
子供も大喜びでした。
カルチャー体験にも参加させてもらいました。花冠子供と楽しく作りました。
またこの季節に来たら、ぜひまた参加したいと思いました。
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
Before making the reservation, I was worried because there were many posts from people who didn't see any whales. However, on the day of the trip, the whales showed up as promised. The wind was strong, and my 2-year-old daughter was a bit uncomfortable, but when the whales appeared, she was completely captivated. Additionally, since it had just stopped raining, we were able to see a rainbow from the boat. I had low expectations for the meals included in the breakfast plan, and they turned out to be just as I expected...
予約前は体験談にくじらを見れなかった方の投稿が目立っていたので不安でしたが、当日はちゃんとくじらが出てきてくれました。
風が強くて2歳の娘は嫌がっていましたが、くじらが出てきたらじーっと見ていました。
また、雨上がりだったこともあり、船からは虹が見えました。
朝食付きのプランで食事は最初から期待していなかったのですが、その通りでした…
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We also appreciate your valuable feedback. As a future challenge, we would like to work on improvements with all staff members, including the person in charge. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。また貴重なご意見、有難うございます。今後の課題として、責任者を含めスタッフ全員で改善に取り組みたいと思います。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
The cruise itself was very enjoyable, and I was satisfied, but unfortunately, we didn't get to see any whales. It seems that whales did appear, but we were facing the opposite direction, and by the time we moved toward where the whales were, it was too late to catch them. Since they did show up, we didn't participate the next day either. It turned out to be a bit of an unfortunate situation...
クルーズ自体はとても楽しく、満足しましたが、肝心の鯨は見れませんでした。実際には鯨は現れたみたいですが、自分たちが反対の方向にいたことや、一瞬しか現れなく鯨のある方向に移動しても間に合いませんでした。現れたことには現れたので次の日も参加には至りませんでした。ちょっと不幸なパターンになりました、、、
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We are also disappointed that we were unable to observe any whales during this trip. We sincerely hope that you will join us again on your next visit to Hawaii during whale season. Our entire staff looks forward to welcoming you back.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。また、今回は鯨の観測が出来なかった事は、私共も残念に思っております。次回鯨のシーズンにハワイへお越しの際には、再乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
This is a tour guided by "Yamapy-san," whom I had been watching on a certain TV program for several years! The excitement began the moment they picked us up at the hotel! It was indeed a popular tour, and the bus was full, with some participants joining for the second time.
We enjoyed watching the sunset from the summit of Haleakalā, and we were able to take wonderful photos! The stargazing experience allowed us to glimpse Yamapy-san's life and character, and I found myself in tears while gazing at the stars. I felt it was something to share with a loved one.
The "Pineapple Snow" chocolate I bought at the Kula Marketplace we stopped at during the tour was incredibly delicious! Yamapy-san provided detailed recommendations for shops and souvenirs, which were very helpful.
On the way back, soothing music played on the bus. After experiencing various thoughtful touches and hospitality, I returned to the hotel with a warm feeling in my heart.
数年前から某テレビ番組で拝見していた『ヤマピーさん』案内によるツアーです!!ホテルにお迎えに来ていただいた時からワクワクの始まり!やはり人気のツアーでバスは満席、二回目の参加という方もいました。
ハレアカラ山頂での夕日鑑賞、素敵な写真を撮っていただきました!!
星空観測はヤマピーさんの人生やお人柄も垣間見え、星空を眺めながら涙がこぼれました。大切な人と来るべきだと思いました。
このツアーの途中で立ち寄るクラマーケットプレイスで買った『パイナップルスノー』というチョコレートはとってもおいしかったです!!
ヤマピーさんがお勧めのお店やお土産などを詳しく教えてくれたので大変参考になりました。
帰りのバスの中では心に沁みる音楽が流れていました。色々な演出やおもてなしを受けて温かい気持ちでホテルに帰りました。
Thank you for participating in the stargazing tour! We aim to create a warm and memorable experience that everyone can enjoy. The music playing in the vehicle consists of classic hits that remind me of my age. Haha! I look forward to seeing you again in Maui.
星空ツァー参加有難うございました!皆さんが楽しめ思い出に残る心温まるツァーを目指します。
車内で流れる音楽は昔懐かしい自分の年齢がわかってしまう名曲の数々です。笑
また是非マウイでお目にかかれるのを楽しみにしております。
Passeio cumpriu com o prometido, porem a vista da baleia pode ser de longe, já que é um grande barco e chegar mais próximo poderia incomodar. Tripulação bem atenciosa. O café do buffet é ok, talvez compense ir em outro local para tomar café melhor pelo mesmo valor.