Reviewed by: Jake House
This tour is by far the best way to see the Island. I recommend doing it the first day your on Kaui because the pilots tell you were to go and what to see. We had the owner as the pilot and he gave us terrific ideas and views of the Island. Will do this tour again.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/12 |
Reviewed by: Alice and John
It was just gorgeous. I was a little nervous because had never been in a helicopter before but the facilities, equipment and staff were so professional by the time we went up, all my fears were gone and I was able to enjoy every second of the trip.
Thank you.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2008/07/11 |
Reviewed by: 49erbabe
We flew with Bruce a few years ago and had a wonderful flight. I was somewhat apprehensive since I have issuses with panic attacks, he was so kind and reassuring that it made the flight very comfortable. Kaui is such a beautiful island you get a different perspective from the air. We enjoyed Bruce's vast knowledge of Kauai from the air. He even let my husband do a little bit of the flying since he had his private piolts license. We highly recommend
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| Posted on: | 2008/06/10 |
Reviewed by: Ramsey
Chad our pilot with Blue Hawaiian provided us a great tour of Kauai. He was knowledgeable, personable, and most importantly a safe helicopter pilot. The tens of 3000ft waterfalls around Mt. Waialeale and the Na Pali coast were awesome! This was certainly one of the highlights of my Hawaiian vacation.
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| Posted on: | 2007/08/09 |
Reviewed by: Trussel's
My family is still talking about the exceptional, exciting, fantastic trip that we took to Niihau. The snorkeling was the best that we have ever seen- clear blue water, lots of fish and plenty of time to snorkel. The colors of the water were incomparable- sapphire blue, azure, teal,aquamarine and garnet green-spectacular. The service and the crew were great- they really knew all about the islands and they were experts on snorkeling.
We would go again in a heartbeat!!
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| Posted on: | 2007/08/07 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated with my parents and family. Out of about 40 participants, we were the only Japanese. The crew was very friendly, but all the safety instructions on the boat and the snorkeling guidelines were explained in English, so it can be concerning and dangerous if there isn't at least one person in the group who can speak English.
The Na Pali Coast is magnificent, and we were able to get close to Niihau Island, where we saw dolphins and whales up close, which was fantastic. The water was clear, and we were able to see many rare fish while snorkeling.
However, during the voyage (I'm not sure if the waves are always that high), there were incredibly high waves, and for nearly an hour, the speed and rocking made me feel like I might be thrown into the sea multiple times. I think it's better for those who are not good on boats to avoid this trip.
If you're young, confident in your physical abilities, and enjoy thrills, and can communicate in English to some extent, I believe you will have a great time.
両親と家族を連れて参加しました。
40名ほどの参加者のうち、日本人は私たちだけでした。
クルーはとてもフレンドリーですが、やはり船での注意事項や、スノーケルをする際の注意事項などすべて英語で説明されるので、グループの中で一人ぐらいは英語を話せる人がいないと不安だし、危険だと思います。
ナパリコーストは素晴しいし、ニイハウ島にも近くまで行けるし、イルカやクジラも近くで見れたのでとても良かったです。水もきれいで、スノーケルでも珍しい魚がたくさん見れました。
ただ、航海中は(いつもあんなに波が高いのかはわかりませんが)、ものすごい高波で何度も海に放り出されるのではないかと思う程のスピードと揺れが1時間近く続くので、船に弱い人は避けたほうが良いと思います。
若く、体力に自信があってスリルを楽しみたい人、更にある程度英語でコミュニケーションが取れる人でしたら、十分楽しめる内容だと思います。
私たちは、あなたがこれから何年も振り返る思い出の一部になれることをとても嬉しく思います!Holo Holo Chartersを選んでいただき、素晴らしい時間を過ごされたことを教えていただき、ありがとうございます!またお会いできる日まで… マハロとアロハ。
We are so happy to be a part of memories you'll be looking back on for years to come! Thank you for choosing us here at Holo Holo Charters and for letting us know what a great time you had! Until we meet again... Mahalo and Aloha
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2007/05/17 |
Reviewed by: となりのととろ
I participated in a sea cruise tour of the Na Pali Coast. During the snorkeling, we were able to snorkel in a spot with visibility of over 20 meters, where we got to see seals up close and a lot of fish. The waters around Kauai can be quite rough, but the staff did an excellent job with safety management. The snorkeling gear provided was clean and available in various sizes, so I felt secure while snorkeling. Additionally, we spotted a pod of dolphins about three times. It was great how they would slow down and show off when we approached them.
The Na Pali Coast itself is magnificent and truly breathtaking, but with our limited English skills, we struggled to understand the crew's explanations. I thought it would have been even more enjoyable if there had been more information available in Japanese online beforehand. However, at that moment, I was so blessed with good weather that I couldn't help but have a great time!
The meeting time was at 6 AM, which is a bit early, but the breakfast and lunch were delicious, so it was fine. There were also snacks and cookies provided along the way, and the restrooms were clean, so there was nothing to worry about. The other participants in the tour were mostly Americans (there were about 40 of them), and it was fun to chat a little with them.
ナパリコーストのシークルーズツアーに参加しました。
シュノーケルでは透明度が20m以上ありそうな場所でやらせてもらい、間近でアザラシが見れたり、お魚さんたちもいっぱい見れました。カウアイ島付近はとても波が荒いのですが、スタッフの方々が安全管理をバッチリしてくださるので、貸し出されたシュノーケルセットもきれいでサイズも多種そろえられているし、安心してシュノーケルすることができました。また、途中イルカの群れを3度ほど見れました。イルカの群れをいち早く発見し近づくとスピードを落としてサービスしてくれるのもいけていました。
ナパリコースと自体は、壮大で感動に値するものですが、私たちの英語力ではクルーの説明が理解できず、事前に日本語の説明がもう少しネットで見れたらもっと楽しめたかな、と思いました。が、そのときはそんなことを感じさせないくらい、天候にも恵まれ楽しくて仕方ありませんでしたけど!
当日は6時集合で少し早いですが、朝食も昼食もおいしいので大丈夫。途中、スナックやクッキーのサービスもあるし、トイレも清潔だし、困ることはなにもありません。ツアーに参加しているのは私たち以外ははアメリカ人で(40人はいたかな)、ちょっとおしゃべりできたりもして、それはそれで楽しかったです。
私たちは、あなたが水上での時間をどれほど楽しんだかを知ることができてとても感謝しています。そして、Holo Holo Chartersを選んでいただきありがとうございます!マハロとアロハ。
We are so grateful to know how much you enjoyed your time on the water and want to thank you for choosing us here at Holo Holo Charters! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/21 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in this in August 2006. The morning assembly was at 6 AM, which made waking up tough, but I think it was definitely worth it. The view of the Na Pali Coast from the boat is breathtaking, and we even saw dolphins there. Additionally, the boat entered a mystical sea cave, where the light shining into the water allowed us to see the beautiful emerald green of the sea. While snorkeling around Niihau Island, I encountered Hawaiian monk seals twice underwater. The photos were taken with a regular digital camera.
Now, once you board the boat, make sure to grab a seat at the table at the back. After departing the harbor, drinks and breakfast are served right away. On the way out, only non-alcoholic beverages are served, but on the return trip, beer is unlimited. Breakfast consists of fruit and bread, but the bagels with cream cheese that you can spread as much as you like are quite delicious. The boat's rocking depends on the sea conditions, so unless you're a professional fisherman, it's a good idea to take motion sickness medication before boarding and pack an extra tablet for the return trip. Each person is responsible for managing their valuables.
Once we arrive at the Na Pali Coast, a stunning view awaits. Dolphins seem to reside in the waters of the Na Pali Coast, so I think you can almost certainly see them. When I was there, I was even lucky enough to see them spinning and jumping. I've heard of spinner dolphins, but I was skeptical about whether wild dolphins actually do that, and it turns out they really do! After leaving Na Pali, the boat heads toward Niihau Island. During the trip, the crew frequently checks in with "everything OK?" Since it's in English, even if it's not OK, you can only say it's OK, but you can feel that they care. I guess they just want to know if you need a drink.
The snorkeling point is between Niihau Island and Lehua Island, right next to Lehua Island. This Lehua Island is a seabird sanctuary, and there were many seabirds around. The monk seals were also taking a nap. I wished I had binoculars. There were tropical fish, and the water was incredibly clear, but the fish were far away. The depth in deeper areas is unknown, so let's avoid going too deep. The crew was keeping a close watch on us. There are two toilets, but no changing rooms. There was a simple shower available. For lunch, we had hamburgers after snorkeling. There were various vegetables and ham available, and we could make our own sandwiches, along with some fruit. The bagels from the morning...
2006年の8月に参加してきました。朝の集合は6時と朝起きるのにつらいものがありましたが、いく価値は十分にあると思います。船からみるナパリコーストは圧巻だし、そこでイルカもみれたし、さらに神秘的な海洞にも船が入って、海に差し込む光の関係で、美しい海のエメラルドグリーンを見ることができました。ニイハウ島でのシュノーケリング中にはハワイアンモンクシールにも2回、海中で会うことができました。写真は普通のデジカメで撮影したものです。さて、船に上船したら、船後方のテーブルのある席をゲットしましょう。港を出港しましたら、さっそく飲みのものと朝ご飯のサービスがあります。行きはノンアルコール飲料のみのサービスで、帰りはビールも飲み放題です。朝ご飯はフルーツとパンですが、クリームチーズを自分の好きなだけつけて食べるベーグルはかなりいけます。船の揺れは海の状況によるので、職業漁師でない限り酔い止めを乗船前に飲んでおき、帰りように1錠荷物に入れておきましょう。貴重品は各自自己管理です。まもなくナパリコーストに到着したら、絶景がまっています。イルカはナパリコーストの海に住み着いているらしくほぼ確実にみれると思います。私のときはさらに幸運なことにくるくるまわってジャンプしてくれました。スピナードルフィンとか聞いたことあるけど、ほんまにそんなこと野生のイルカがするのかと疑っていましたが、ほんとにするみたいです。ナパリを後にして、ニイハウ島に船は向かいます。乗船中クルーの人達はしきりにeverything OK~と聞いてきてくれます。英語なので、もしOKでなくてもOKというしかないけど、気にかけてくれてる感は伝わります。まぁ飲み物いらないかってことみたいです。シュノーケルのポイントはニイハウ島とレフア島の間で、レフア島のすぐ横です。このレフア島は海鳥保護区で、多くの海鳥がいました。モンクシールもお昼寝してました。双眼鏡がほしかったです。熱帯魚もいて、透明度抜群の海ですが、お魚が遠いです。深いところは水深不明。深みには行かないようにいたしましょう。クルーの人もしっかり見張ってくれていました。トイレは2つあり、更衣室はないです。簡易のシャワーはありました。お昼ご飯は、シュノの後にハンバーガーでした。野菜とハム数種類がおいてあり、各自自由に作って食べる形式で、フルーツもでました。朝のベーグルが
あなたは私たちにすべての感情を残してくれました!Holo Holo Chartersに参加していただき、忘れられないレビューをありがとうございます!あなたがどれほど楽しんでいただけたかを知って、私たちはこれ以上幸せなことはありません!マハロとアロハ。
You've left us with all the feels! Thank you so much for choosing to join us here at Holo Holo Charters and for your unforgettable review! We couldn't be happier knowing how much you enjoyed it! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Posted on: | 2006/09/04 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
When I participated in a tour on Oahu before, I first heard about Niihau Island from the guide's talk, and it stuck with me. So, this time I joined a cruise that goes there. When I think of cruising in Hawaii, I usually imagine sunset or whale watching, but having it in the morning was very refreshing and quite nice. Since I don't usually work out, I didn't snorkel too much (though the underwater scenery was enough to cleanse my soul), and I soaked in the unique, refreshing air above the sea for a while. Still, the taste of beer and wine can feel so much better depending on where you drink them.
以前オアフでのツアーに参加したとき、ガイドさんの話のなかでニイハウ島というのを初めて知り耳にのこっていたので、今回そこに行くクルージングというので参加しました。ハワイでクルージングといえばサンセットかホエールウォッチングというイメージがあったのですが、午前中がメインというのも、とてもさわやかな感じで、またとてもいいものです。普段体をきたえていないということもあって、スノーケルはそこそこにして(といっても海中の光景には十分心洗われましたが)、時間の止まった、海の上独特のすがすがしい空気にしばらく浸っていました。それにしてもビールとワインの味は、飲む場所によってこんなにもおいしく感じるものなんですね。。
素晴らしい旅行を楽しんでいただけたことを聞けて嬉しいです。私たちと一緒に水上での時間を過ごしていただき、ありがとうございます!あなたがどれだけ大切にされていると感じたか、そして私たちのスタッフをどれだけ楽しんでいただけたかを知り、とても嬉しく思います。またお会いできることを願っています!マハロとアロハ。
It is wonderful hearing how much you enjoyed your trip, and we'd like to thank you for joining us out on the water! We are elated to know how well taken care of you felt, and how much you enjoyed our staff. We hope to see you again soon! Mahalo and Aloha
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| Posted on: | 2006/03/16 |
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We hope you can feel our smiles while reading over your great review! Thank you so much for joining us and for letting us know how much you enjoyed it! Mahalo and Aloha