All Reviews for Cruise Ship Shore Excursions

With careful planning, the team's sense of unity was fostered, and the production leading to the finale reached its peak.

Blessed by a new moon, guided by the brilliant sunset that continues into tomorrow—

A truly starry night sky filled with stars!

There’s no way to not be moved. Hats off to the incredible skills of the renowned producer, Mr. Yamauchi!

丁寧な段取りでチームの一体感を醸しながら
フィナーレへ向けてのーー演出は最高潮

ちょうど新月にも恵まれて、
明日につづくあざやかな　夕陽の案内でーーーー

夜空一面の本当に満天の星空❗️❗️❗️

感動しないはずありません。
名プロデューサー山内さんのなせる技に脱帽❗️❗️❗️

I went with the Royal experience with my husband and 2 year old son. It was the first time Luau as a family. We absolutely loved it!!! The chief was very funny, and the show had a lot of audience engagements when the chief and his crews welcome audience up on the stage for dance and couple anniversaries. Food was very good and of course, the Mai Tai was amazingly tasty! Also, the activities before the show were really fun!!! My 2 year old son loved watching dances especially the last fire dance! He did not blink at all! I would totally recommend to everyone who has not experienced Luau but also to who wants more family oriented Luau experience.

Thank you, Chief and the crews for amazing Luau experience!!!

This was my first time on Maui, and since my previous stargazing experience on Hawaii Island was very impressive, I decided to participate in this tour, which had received high ratings.

We barely made it in time for the sunset due to road conditions, but I was glad to capture the beautiful gradient of the sky in photos. The stargazing I was looking forward to was somewhat limited because the moon was bright, but I was able to see the craters of the moon through the telescope and take pictures, which was nice.

However, I found it a bit uncomfortable that the seating arrangement in the car remained the same throughout the trip. Those sitting in spacious areas could relax comfortably, while those in tighter spots had to place their bags on their laps and were in close contact with the person next to them, making it hard to relax. I wish there could have been a seat change for the outbound and return trips or that a slightly larger vehicle could have been used to accommodate luggage better.

初めてのマウイ島であり，以前のハワイ島での星空観測がとても印象的であったこと，ツアー自体の評価がとても高かったことから参加させていただきました．
夕日鑑賞は道路状況上，ぎりぎり間に合った感じではありましたが，きれいな空のグラデーションを写真に収めることができて，良かったです．
楽しみにしていた星空は，月齢の関係上，とても空が明るかったので星はやや少なめでしたが，その分月のクレーターを望遠鏡で見たり，写真にとることができてよかったです．

ただ，車の席がずっと同じ場所で，広いところに座っている人は車内でゆっくりくつろげ，狭いところに座っていた人は，荷物を自分の膝の上にのせながら，隣の人にがつがつと接触してとてもくつろげるような感じではありませんでした．
出来れば，行きと帰りで席替えをしたり，荷物を置けるようなもう少し大きな車を使用したりすることができなかったのかな，と残念に思いました．

Upon entering the restaurant, I received a cute headpiece that made me feel like a princess. We were also served a bottle of sparkling wine and enjoyed various cocktails. The food was delicious as well. We were able to enjoy live music and Hawaiian dance too. It became a wonderful memory for New Year's Eve!

レストランに入るとかわいいかぶり物を頂き，気持ちはお姫様気分，スパークリングワインもボトルでサービスされ，他にカクテルも楽しみました。お料理も美味しかったです。ライブ演奏，またハワイアンダンスも楽しめました。
年越しの良い思い出になりました！

Chief's Luau was such a fun experience. The chief was such a funny person and made me laugh the entire time during the luau. The show was very intriguing, the Chief likes to have the audience take part in the show which made the experience personal. The weather was great the day I went so there was no rain at all which helped make the experience more enjoyable. The food was okay it wasn't something extraordinary but it was still good. My favorite part of the luau was when the chief had a special segment where he recognizes couples on their honeymoon and couples who have been married for a long time. The chief also helped someone propose to his love. He really acknowledges family and makes sure that everyone has a good time while they are at the luau. I would definitely recommend this luau to families and couples. 

We experienced it together with our children. The submarine experience lasts about an hour. We used a Japanese guide, but it became annoying halfway through, so we stopped using it. The atmosphere created by the crew is enjoyable enough. If you can understand English, they also tell jokes along the way, which makes it even more fun.

子供も一緒に体験しました。潜水艦は1時間位の体験です。日本語ガイドを使いましたが、途中から鬱陶しくなり、使わなかったです。クルーの雰囲気で十分楽しめます。英語のヒアリングができれば、途中冗談等も言ってくれるのでより楽しめると思います。

The schedule was good, and I didn't suffer from altitude sickness, even as an older person whose body responds more slowly. The sunset and starry sky were also beautiful. As for my thoughts outside of the main topic, I first stopped by a donut shop, but it's a place that's become boring even in Japan. Personally, I found it unremarkable. The souvenir shops I visited along the way were nice.

体の対応が鈍くなる老人にも高山病にもならず、スケジュールが良かったです。夕陽、星空も良く見えました。本題以外での感想です。最初にドーナツ店に入りましたが、日本でも飽きられた店です。私的には？？？。その他の途中に寄った土産店等は良かったです。

They say to shoot for the stars...so why not go for as many stars as you can? Now that I've been on the three star and the five star dining options, I can honestly say that the five star is worth the extra money. Both dining options were enjoyable and both exceeded my expectations. The quality of the food and service were excellent on both cruises, but I preferred the extra elegance of the five star. From the private welcome reception with the captain on the upper deck, to the live Jazz music, and the less crowded dining room, the five star was truly a luxurious experience.

I would definitely recommend the Five Star package if you're having trouble deciding which package to choose from! It was such a nice evening filled with an amazing meal, lovely live music and a great view of the sunset. This is definitely more of an elegant feel compared to the Three Star package if you're looking for something a little more upscale. You really can't go wrong with either one though, both are very nice and the food was exceptional on both!

My third time at the Luau and they never fail to impress me!
Family is very important to me, values, and life lessons, and every time I see their show, I always feel inspired and this time, I decided to bring my husband with me so he can experience the same. Chief's life story is so touching, and I love how he shares it with the guests. As always, Chief is very entertaining from the beginning to end, always full of laughers! The Polynesian Show, and the fire knife dance, superb!! Incomparable! Aaahhhmazing!!

I participated on the last night of our stay. As mentioned in the comments, there were no other Japanese participants besides our family, and many older couples from Europe and America attended! However, the crew was very attentive, and we were able to enjoy the sunset comfortably! They shared stories about the history of Hawaii, but since we are not good at English, we didn't understand much. However, I think Japanese guests can participate with peace of mind! The food was buffet style and quite delicious. The main sunset was breathtaking! We were able to relax on the boat on our last night! One thing to note... the meeting point is at the local pier, and you cannot park your car at the pier, so be careful. I recommend parking at a nearby pay parking area around Kailua-Kona!

滞在最後の夜に参加させて頂きました。
コメントにあったように日本人の参加者は私ども家族以外はいらっしゃらず、欧米人の熟年夫婦が多く参加されてました！
でもクルーの皆さんも気にかけて頂きとても快適にサンセンセットを堪能できます！
ハワイの歴史のお話など教えて下さいますが、英語が苦手な私達はサッパリ意味は分からずでしたが日本の方も安心して参加できると思います！
食事はビュッフェスタイルですが、中々美味しかったです。
メインのサンセットは感動モノ‼︎
最後の夜に船上でゆっくりと過ごす事が出来ました！
一点…集合が現地桟橋集合で、桟橋に車を止められませんので注意が必要です。
近くのカイルアコナ周辺のペイパーキングに駐車する事を勧めます！

Our first family trip with my spouse and our parents, a total of six people! There wasn't a specific dress code, but many people wore dresses or collared shirts.

Just before the reception, there was a shell lei gift. If you want a lei that looks like a black stone, there is an additional charge. Further ahead, there was a photographer who took pictures and came around to sell them during the show. We declined the photo session and proceeded to the reception.

Unless you pay a special additional fee, you will be guided to seats in front of the stage in the order of reception. Since we arrived just before 5:30 PM, the front seats were already taken, and we ended up in the back. When going to get food, they also guide people to the front seats first. The only soft drink available was fruit punch, and the only other option was lemon water. Since I can't drink alcohol, I would have preferred a more varied drink menu. Our parents enjoyed buying various beers and had a great time drinking.

The food was delicious, and we were all full. The show took place at the beginning and end of the meal. It was a dinner show that was longer and more substantial than we expected, and the whole family was very satisfied.

私たち夫婦と両家の親の6人での初家族旅行！特にドレスコードはありませんがワンピースの方や襟付きシャツの方が多かったです。
受付をする手前でシェルレイのプレゼントが。黒い石？みたいなレイが欲しい場合は追加料金がかかります。更に前に進むと今度はカメラマンが立っていて撮った写真を現像してショーの合間に売りに来ます。
私たちは写真撮影をお断りしてそのまま受付へ。
特別追加料金を払わない限り受付順にステージ前側の席へ案内されます。
私たちは17:30直前に着いたため、案の定ステージ前側の席はもう埋まっていて一番後ろの席に。食事を取りに行くのも前側の席の方から順番に案内されます。ソフトドリンクはフルーツポンチしかなくあとはレモン水を飲むしかなかった。お酒が飲めないのでもっと充実したドリンクメニューが良かったです。親たちは色んなビールを買って楽しく飲んでいました。
食事はどれも美味しく満腹になりました。
ショーは食事の最初と最後にありました。思っていた以上に長く中身の詰まったディナーショーで家族みんな大満足でした。

On the night of the waxing crescent moon, the moonlight had little effect, allowing us to fully enjoy the starry sky. The views of *** and *** through the GPS-tracking telescope were particularly impressive. I am a Sagittarius, but thanks to Yamapi's careful guidance, I was able to see them for the first time. I would like to participate again when I visit Maui.

上弦の月の日で月明かりもほとんど影響なく星空を堪能することができました。特にGPS追尾機能の望遠鏡で見た＊＊＊と＊＊＊が印象深いです。自分はいて座ですが、ヤマピーさんの丁寧なガイドで初めて目視する事ができました。
また、マウイを訪れたときは参加したいと思います。

I watched the sunset at the summit of Haleakalā and participated in a stargazing tour. Yamapi's stories were wonderful, and I had a fantastic time. I definitely want to join again when I visit Maui.

ハレアカラ山頂で夕日を鑑賞し、星空ツアーに参加しました。
やまぴーさんのお話も大変良く、素敵な時間を過ごすことができました。
マウイ島に行ったときは、ぜひまた参加したいです。

I participated in this tour during my first trip to Maui. The day of the tour had perfect conditions with a new moon, no wind, and a completely clear sky. Additionally, our guide, Yamapi, was wonderful, and his stories while we gazed at the stars were inspiring and made me feel motivated to keep going. If I come back to Maui, I would love to join this tour again.

初めてのマウイ島旅行でこのツアーに参加。参加日は新月かつ無風で雲ひとつないと言う絶好のコンディションでした。また、ガイドのヤマピーさんの案内も素晴らしく、星空を見ながらのお話は、また頑張ろう、と思える内容でした。
マウイ島にまた来たら、またこのツアーに参加したいと思います。

The luau show seems to be quite popular, and when I arrived 30 minutes early, there was already a line. Before it started, a beautiful rainbow appeared, which was lucky. Unfortunately, there was some rain during the show, but it was just a passing shower, so I managed. I wore the poncho they handed out to enjoy the performance. The food was buffet-style, and drinks were all-you-can-drink. The dishes had a distinctly Hawaiian flavor. Before the show, we could see the whole pig being brought out and learn some simple hula dance moves. Since we were seated with people from various countries, I made friends with a Canadian next to me and had a great time.

ルアウショーは人気のようで受付30分前に行ったのですが、すでに列が出来ていました。
始まる前には虹も綺麗に出ていてラッキー。
途中あいにくの雨でしたが、通り雨なので我慢。配られたカッパを着て鑑賞しました。
料理はブッフェスタイル、ドリンクは飲み放題でした。料理はハワイらしい味です。
ショーの前には、豚の丸焼きを取り出すところや、簡単なフラの踊り方なども見ることが出来ます。
色々な国な人との相席なので、となりのカナダ人と仲良くなり楽しい時間を過ごせました。

Eight years ago, I traveled with my wife and participated in this stargazing tour, which left a strong impression on me. This time, my daughter wanted to see it, so she joined us after traveling from Oahu. She was thrilled by the sunset above the clouds. However, it was unfortunate that the brightness of the moon due to its phase was too strong, and we couldn't see the truly beautiful starry sky. Mr. Yamauchi's guidance was excellent.

８年前に家内と旅行し　この星空ツアーに参加し　非常に感激したのを覚えており　娘に見せたいとの事で　今回同行してくれる娘をオアフから移動しての参加　雲の上の夕焼けに娘は感激
ただ　月齢による月の明かりが明るすぎて　本当にきれいな星空を見せられなかったのは　残念
山内さんの案内　良いですよ--------

Everything about our sunset cruise was first rate. From the excellent staff to amazing food . An evening I sill never forget.

This time, my daughter and I signed up for this highly rated tour as it was our first time on Maui. At Krispy Kreme Doughnuts, we enjoyed freshly made, warm, delicious doughnuts. We decided not to take motion sickness medication since we would be taking breaks on the way to the summit, but my daughter, who is prone to motion sickness, felt a bit nauseous, so I thought it would have been better to take the medicine just in case. Although there were many clouds and we couldn't see the sunset, the colors of the clouds and sky were very beautiful. During the stargazing, we were able to see many stars through a large telescope, including the rings of Saturn and the bands of Jupiter. Later, while listening to our guide's wonderful stories, I had to interrupt to go to the restroom, but I was glad there was a restroom at the summit. I think it's reassuring for those who need to be close to a restroom. This was the best tour I've ever been on, with everything provided, including jackets, tea, and chairs. We also visited the steak and dim sum places that we were recommended, and they were very delicious.

今回娘と2人で、初マウイ島ということで、評価も高いこのツアーに申し込みました。
クリスピークリームドーナツでは、出来立てのホカホカの美味しいドーナツをいだきました。
山頂まで、休み休み行くということで酔い止めは飲まずにいきましたが、酔いやすい娘はちょっとよってしまったので、念のため薬を飲んで行けばよかったと思いました。
雲が多く、夕陽は見れませんでしたが、雲や空の色はとてもきれいでした。
星空観測では、大きな天体望遠鏡で、たくさんの星をみることができ、土星の輪や、木星の線までしっかり見えました。
その後、ガイドさんのとてもいいお話を伺っている途中、トイレに行きたくなり話の腰を折ってしまいましたが、山頂にもトイレがあって良かったです。トイレが近い方にも安心だと思います。
上着やお茶、椅子等、至れり尽くせりの今までで一番のとてもよいツアーでした。
また、教えてもらったステーキやヤムチャのお店も行きました。とても美味しかったです。

There were few Japanese people, and many locals... The show that starts with the entrance of Kamehameha was quite good. It wasn't very large, but it was compactly organized, and we could see well. The food was Hawaiian, and it was delicious. The show featured hula dances that told the story of humans being born from taro, hula dedicated to Kamehameha, and hula from various islands like Tahiti and New Zealand... all were skillful and full of highlights. I highly recommend this luau when visiting the Big Island.

日本人が少なくて、地元の方多し。。。カメハメハの入場から始まるショーはなかなかよいです。そんなに広くありませんでしたが、コンパクトにまとまっており、よく見れました。食事もハワイアンフードでしたが、おいしかったです。ショーもタロイモから人間が生まれ、カメハメハに捧げるフラ、そしてタヒチ、ニュージー等々の各諸島のフラ、、どれも上手で見どころ満点でした。ハワイ島の際はぜひおすすめしたいルアウです。

It was a tour where I could feel the thoughtful care in every detail. They gradually increased the altitude while allowing us to rest, so everyone in the group was energetic. It was great to receive warm clothing, gloves, and hot tea.

The sunset felt like it was sinking into the clouds, but the beauty of the starry sky afterward was beyond words! The tour seems to be fully booked continuously, so if you’re not careful, you might miss out. The price is slightly higher than the English tours, but it’s definitely worth it.

日本語で細やかな心遣いが感じられるツアーでした。少しずつ高度を上げて休みながら山頂まで行ってくださるので、参加メンバー全員元気でした。防寒着や手袋、暖かいお茶まで戴けて良かったです。
サンセットは雲に沈む感じでしたが、その後の星空の素晴らしかったことは筆舌に尽くしがたい❗モノでした。ツアーは満席続きらしくのんびりしていたら、取れなかったです。英語ツアーよりも多少価格は高くなりますが、絶対お得です

I visited seven years ago and was moved once again!!! This time, the season was great, and both the sunset and starry sky were breathtaking.

It truly became a wonderful memory for my husband's 60th birthday celebration. I hope to meet Yamapi again!!!

7年前に伺い、感動をもう一度！！！
今回は季節も良く、夕陽も星空も感動的なものでした。

本当に主人の還暦祝いに良い記念となりました。
ヤマピーとまたお会い出来ることを願って！！！

My son wanted to see an authentic fire show, so we participated for the first time.

There were many foreign guests. The bus guide's high-energy talk was in English, and it was enjoyable.

The entire show was well-structured, combining experience, participation, and viewing, and we had a great time. If the food had been a bit tastier, it would have received a "perfect!" rating.

息子が本場の炎のショーを見たいとのことで、
はじめて参加しました。

外国人のお客さんが多かったです。
バスガイドさんのハイテンショントークは
英語でしたが楽しかったです。

ショー全体も、体験～参加～観賞と
上手く構成されていて、十分楽しめました。
ごはんがもう少し美味しければ
『最高でした！』評価でした。

I went in February.
I was very satisfied to see many whales.
It became a good memory.
It was difficult to take photos, but it was fun.

2月に行きました。
たくさんのクジラを見ることができて大満足でした。
良い思い出になりました。
写真を撮るのは難しかったですが、楽しかったです。

Two premium drinks per person. This includes iced tea. "Premium" iced tea? Is the premium that it comes with ice?
Adult beverages are stupidly expensive.

We were much farther from the fireworks than I had hoped.

They lived up the the letter of their advertisement. They don't go beyond that.

I highly recommend this dinner cruise! This cruise is unique in that it’s a formal dinner, a sunset cruise, and a luau all wrapped up into one delicious and entertaining evening. I’m vegan and always skeptical of trying vegan options, but this dinner far exceeded my expectations. The jazz band did not disappoint either. Good music goes a long way in my book, so I can easily say the saxophonist was actually my favorite part of the evening. The band happened to play one of my favorite songs and it made my day, the icing on the cake.

I participated in the Haleakalā tour for the first time with my 13-year-old daughter.

We took regular breaks, including coffee breaks, while climbing, which made us feel at ease. Women don’t have to worry about restroom facilities.

On the day of the tour, it was a new moon, and the city lights were blocked by a thick sea of clouds, creating perfect conditions. We were able to enjoy the best sunset and a sky full of stars.

Mr. Yamauchi's guiding and talks were enjoyable, and we had an unforgettable day.

I highly, highly recommend the Maui All Stars sunset viewing and stargazing tour!

13歳の娘と二人で初めてのハレアカラツアーに参加しました。

途中コーヒーブレイクなどこまめに休憩を取りながら登っていくので安心です。
女性はトイレの心配もないです。

当日は新月、そして街の灯は厚い雲海に遮られ絶好のコンディション。最高の夕陽と満天の星空を鑑賞することができました。

山内さんのガイドもトークも楽しくて、忘れられない一日を過ごしました。

マウイオールスターズの夕陽鑑賞＋星空観測ツアー強く強くお勧めします

Very entertaining show; we had a great time! Wonderful dancers!

The sun sinking into the sea of clouds was breathtaking, and the colors of the sky after it set were so beautiful that I couldn't take my eyes off it. It was divine and incredibly moving!!! I could clearly see the Mauna Kea Observatory on the summit of the Big Island to the south. The starry sky was so close and filled with countless stars, and the Milky Way was vividly visible. I was overwhelmed with emotion as I looked at Jupiter, Saturn, and the Milky Way through the telescope!!!

雲海に沈んでいく太陽、沈んだ後の空の色も美しくて目が離せず、神々しくて大感動!!! 南側にハワイ島山頂マウナケア天文台がしっかり見えました。
星が降るような近くてたくさんの星空、天の川もくっきり見え、さらに望遠鏡で木星、土星、天の川を見て、感動が止まりませんでした!!!

I was able to experience various activities, and the show was fun and enjoyable! It was a program that the whole family could enjoy, regardless of age. I would like to participate again next time!

色々な体験も出来て
ショーも楽しく良かったです！
年齢関係なく、家族で楽しめるプログラムでした、又次回も参加したいです！