Reviewed by: tes
The hula itself was amazing. I still find myself mesmerized while looking at the videos I took. The meals were also more than sufficient, and the staff was very considerate. However, there were only Japanese people around, and while the family seated next to us spoke to us, I still felt awkward due to the language barrier. I can't help but think that it would be nice to have a show where you can purely enjoy the hula.
フラ自体は最高でした。今でも撮りためたビデオを眺めてうっとりしています。また食事も必要十分であり、スタッフもいろいろと気遣ってもらえました。ただ日本人は自分たちしかおらず、同じ席に着いた家族には声をかけてもらったりもしたのですがやはり言葉の壁で気まずい思いをしました。なんというか純粋にフラだけを楽しめるショーはないものかと思っています。
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| Packages: | お座敷席 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/21 |
Reviewed by: tes
I participated because it was said to be a limited-time event, and I was able to see whales beyond my expectations. The Japanese guide also took us to a good spot for viewing and was very friendly, which made the experience thoroughly enjoyable. If you're going whale watching, I definitely recommend going with a Japanese guide.
期間限定でしか見られないとのことだったので参加しましたが、期待以上にクジラを見ることができました。また日本語ガイドの方に見やすい船頭まで案内していただき、気さくに声がけもしてもらえたので十分堪能することができました。ホエールウォッチングをするなら断然日本語ガイド付きの方がよいと思います。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Ninad
Incredible service provided by Steve and Mario!! Loved the overall experience.
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/04/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Darla
Very attentive staff, great experience. Food was good, saw lots of fish and an eel.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/22 |
Reviewed by: Tony
The show was great. The food was decent as well. It was a nice experience for my wife and three teen daughters. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Premium Seating |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/23 |
Reviewed by: Beau Bojorques
This was well worth it. It was a great trip, whales came right up to the boat to say hi. Great pictures even for amateur photographers.
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| Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/18 |
Reviewed by: Kelsey Richters
We had a “whaley” good time! Two humpback whales swam around, under, and emerged out of the water right next to our boat, swimming around us for about 20 minutes! We were fortunate to have a prolonged close-up encounter, within feet of these beautiful creatures. A large group of dolphins also swam by, jumping in and out of the water! The views were outstanding and our guides were a lot of fun, informative and very friendly! (I even dropped my sunglasses in the ocean and one of our guides managed to grab them before they sank-above and beyond!) The drinks and appetizers were delicious, and to top it off there were beautiful rainbows along the coast as we sailed along the sea! Sea Maui Sunset Sail was wonderful and our FAVORITE thing we did in Maui!
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/13 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
I participated in the early morning plan because the price was a bit cheaper and I wanted to make effective use of my time. It was great that the public parking in Lahaina was available at that time.
Even if you don't understand English, it's fine since you're just there to see the whales. It was easy to understand when everyone pointed at the spouts. You can see spouts here and there. I didn't see any big jumps, but I did see tails and fins.
I checked in 30 minutes early, but I had to wait about an hour before boarding. We departed about 30 minutes later than scheduled, so I think the subsequent departure times were also delayed.
I brought a jacket, but the weather was relatively nice, and it wasn't cold even in short sleeves.
料金が少し安いのと時間を有効に使いたかったので、早朝プランに参加しました。この時間だとラハイナの公共駐車場も空いていたので良かったです。
英語が分からなくてもクジラを見るだけなので大丈夫です。潮吹きなど皆が指を差すので分かりやすかったです。あちらこちらで潮吹きは見られます。大ジャンプは見られなかったですが、尾やヒレは見れました。
30分前にチェックインでしたが、乗船するまで1時間程待たされました。予定の出航時間より30分ほど遅れたので、以降の出航時刻もずれ込んだと思います。
上着は持参しましたが、比較的天気も良く半袖でも寒くなかったです。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/10 |
Reviewed by: JennD
We saw so many whales and the crew was fabulous! We will do this again.
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/13 |
Reviewed by: coolerega
It was a cold day with rain coming and going, and I underestimated that, so I couldn't enjoy it 100%. However, it would have been perfect if I had a hat and a down jacket. There were hardly any Japanese people, and if you don't understand English, it can be difficult to grasp the content of the performance. However, the venue is compact, making it easy to grab drinks and food from the buffet anytime and the restrooms are close, which is comfortable. The number of show dancers is on the lower side, so it may not be an overwhelmingly impressive show overall, but the final fire dance was worth the entire ticket price, showcasing the craftsmanship of the dancers. The front seats are VIP, and the priority entry was smooth and good, but the regular seats are not that much inferior.
とにかく雨が降ったり止んだりの寒い日だったことを甘く見てしまったので100%良さを楽しめなかったですが、帽子とダウンジャケットでもあれば完璧でした。日本人はほぼいなくて英語が分からないと演出内容が分かり難いこともありますが、まず会場内がコンパクトでドリンクや食事のビュッフェもいつでも何回でも取りに行きやすいしお手洗いも近いの快適です。ショーダンサーの人数は少なめなので全体的には圧巻のショー演出と言えるほどでないかもしれませんが、最後のファイヤーダンスはこれだけでも全金額を払う価値を感じるほど職人技のダンサーが見れました。
前方席はVIPで、優先入場もスムーズで良かったですが通常の席でもそれほど劣る訳ではありません。
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| Packages: | VIP席(優先入場、前方シート、レイでお出迎え) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/05 |
Reviewed by: coolerega
I think how close you can see them depends on luck. However, there are plenty of whales, so there are many chances to see them. They show various movements and are quite adorable. Even if I couldn't understand much of the guide's explanations during the English tour, just being able to see the whales was exciting enough, so I had a great time.
Depending on the sea conditions, the wind out at sea can be strong, and it was quite cold while watching the whales from the deck. I'm glad I brought my down jacket from Japan! Next time, I want to see them even closer.
どのぐらい近くで見られるかは時の運かと思います。しかしクジラはたくさんいるのでかなりの数のチャンスはあります。そしていろいろな動きを見せてくれて可愛いです。英語ツアーであまりガイドの説明は分からなくてもクジラに会えるだけでかなり興奮するので問題なく楽しめました。
海の状況にもよりますが沖の風は強く、それでも甲板にてクジラを見続けたかたのでかなり寒かったですが、日本から持って行ったダウンジャケットを持っていて正解でした!次はもっともっと近くで見たいと思いました。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/06 |
Reviewed by: David
This was our first luau. We didn't know exactly what to expect, but it was very enjoyable. Great food and plenty of it. Good cultural historical experience.
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/05 |
Reviewed by: きょうちゃん
Five minutes after departing, whales started appearing one after another! They were incredibly close, and it was amazing! I was lucky, but I definitely want to participate again when I come back to Maui!
出港して5分してから、クジラが次から次へと!
ものすごく近くに見えて、最高でした!
運が良かった事もありますが、またマウイに来た時は参加したいです!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/03/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/03/02 |
Reviewed by: おやじ星人
I visit Hawaii every year, but embarrassingly, this was my first time on Maui. Since winter in Maui is known for whale watching, I woke up early to participate. The reason for the early morning plan was to ensure parking at the public parking lot and to go for brunch afterward.
The crew definitely helped us spot whales, and their explanations about their behavior, including when the next jump would happen, were spot on. I truly enjoyed the experience. I believe the cost performance is excellent as well. Please be generous with tips when disembarking.
毎年ハワイに来ますが恥ずかしながらマウイ島は初めて。マウイ島の冬はホエールウォチングということで、早起きして参加しました。早朝プランと早起きの理由は、パブリックパーキングに確実に駐車すること、終了後ブランチに行くことにしていた為です。
クルーは確実にクジラを発見してくれ、その生態から次にジャンプが来る等の説明も的確で本当に堪能しました。
コストパフォーマンス的にも最高かと思われます。下船時にはチップを弾んでください。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/23 |
Reviewed by: baobab
My first whale watching experience! I had always wanted to see it at least once. In February, I went to Maui. Since it was the season, my expectations were high! However, the tour times and arrival times were a bit tricky, and I wasn't sure when to book. I particularly wanted to know which time would be best for viewing. In the end, I decided to join the tour at 2 PM, which had English announcements and seemed to fit my schedule. The tour captains were indeed professionals. They communicated with other boats and searched around, ultimately taking us to a spot where we could see the whales up close. I was pleasantly surprised; I didn't need to brace myself for disappointment. It was more about trusting the process rather than worrying! I was moved to see them up close. It was a satisfying tour.
初めてのホェールウオッチング!一度は観てみたいと思ってました。2月にマウイ島へ。
ちょうどシーズンということで、期待は大!
でもツアー時間と到着時間が微妙でいつ取ればいいのか。特にどの時間が見やすいのか。どうせなら見やすい時間に参加したいと思ったのですがよく解らずで…。結局は時間的に間に合いそうな英語アナウンスの午後2時からに参加しました。でもツアーキャプテン達はやはりプロでした。周りの船と情報交換しながらあちこちを探して、結果近くに見えるところまで連れて行ってくれました。あまりだったね…なんて覚悟はいりませんでした。心配するより信じろ!でしたね。近くで見れて感動しました。満足できるツアーでした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Paul and Barbara
We loved it. First timer. We will recommend to our friends. Good was lukewrm but good. Desserts were superb. Grounds are gorgeous.
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/16 |
Reviewed by: ddsdddd
I parked my car at a nearby free parking lot and walked a bit to check in at the counters of various companies (the Lahaina Cruise counter is the farthest from the free parking lot). Since I had already made the payment in advance, I just had to provide my name and sign in, which made the check-in process very easy!
Once on board, the guide shared various interesting facts about whales and provided services even before we spotted any. When the whales finally appeared, they would say, "They've come out in the direction of 〜 o'clock!" so I didn't miss anything at all. When I saw a whale jump right in front of me and got to see the beautiful island of Maui from the ocean, I truly felt that it was worth signing up for this experience.
The guide spoke entirely in English, but I found it wasn't too difficult to understand. If you're concerned, it seems you can also request a Japanese guide, so it might be worth considering.
It was a very enjoyable whale watching experience.
近くの無料駐車場に車を停めて、少し歩いたら見えてくる各会社のカウンターでチェックイン(ラハイナ・クルーズのカウンターは無料駐車場からは一番遠いところにあります)。
事前に支払いも済ませていたので、名前を伝えて記帳するだけでチェックインが終わり、とても楽でした!
いざ乗船するとガイドさんがクジラに関するいろいろな豆知識を教えてくれたり、クジラが見えないうちにもサービスをしてくれます。
いざクジラが現れると「〜時の方向に出てきたよ!」と伝えてくれて、見逃すことは一切なかったです。
目の前でジャンプを見られた時、沖から綺麗なマウイ島を見られた時は、本当に申し込んでよかったと思いました。
ガイドさんはもちろん全て英語でお話をしてくれますが、そこまで聞くのが難しいことはなかったです。
不安であれば日本語ガイドも申し込めるようなので、検討してみるといいかもしれません。
とても楽しいホエールウォッチングになりました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/13 |
Reviewed by: AXS
The sign for Lahaina Cruise Company doesn't appear until quite close to the meeting point, making it very hard to find. The ticket booth, which looks like a small hut, is usually closed and only opens a few minutes before the tour starts, at which point you can finally see the company name above the window. The procedure for receiving tickets after all participants sign in is not mentioned, which is unhelpful. However, the content of the tour is truly wonderful; with years of experience, the guide quickly spots whales beneath the surface and announces their direction through the microphone. We were able to see an incredible number of whales, including three blowing water and some that raised their upper bodies above the surface for a while. The guide also provides explanations about whale ecology and geography in between sightings, making it a very satisfying tour if you understand English.
ラハイナクルーズカンパニーという看板が結構直前にならないと出ないので、集合場所が非常に分かりにくいです。小屋のようなチケット販売ブースで普段は閉まっており、ツアースタートの何十分か前にオープンすると窓の上に同社名がはじめて確認できます。そのブースで参加者全員記名の上、チケットを受け取るという手順も書かれていないため不親切です。ツアーの中身は大変素晴らしく、長年の勘で水面下のクジラを素早く見つけては何時の方向だとマイクでアナウンスしてくれます。親子3頭の潮吹きや上半身をしばらく水面上に出す仕草など、本当に飽きるほどたくさんのクジラを見ることができました。クジラの生態や地理的な説明も合間を縫ってしてくれるので、英語が理解できればとても満足のいくツアーです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Julie and Charles
I was immediately impressed when we were greeted as we entered the venue. The staff was extremely organized, friendly, and helpful.
The venue was clean. The activities before the meal and show were fun and informative. The food was excellent. The entertainment was excellent.
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Lodder's
This was a very great luau. We all had a wonderful time. We recived a Lei greeting. That was very awesome. Everybody wants a flower lei. There was a lot of good food. Something for even the pickiness eaters. It was way cool to see the pig being roasted. We just loved it.
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| Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/30 |
Reviewed by: さくら
During my stay on Maui, I went on two boat trips. One departed at 12:00 and the other at 14:15. Both times, whales were playing nearby, making for a fulfilling cruise. This company offers lower prices than others, but drinks and snacks are charged separately. However, with so many whales appearing, there wasn't much time to eat or drink, so it wasn't an issue (I purchased drinks before boarding). There are also restrooms on board. It seems to be less crowded on weekdays, but on weekends or when luxury cruise ships are in port, the morning to afternoon trips were packed. In the afternoon, it was quite empty, allowing for a relaxing experience. Since this was my several times whale watching (both domestically and internationally), I had no problem with the English-only communication.
マウイ島滞在中、二回乗船しました。
12:00発と14:15発。
どちらも近くでクジラが遊んでくれて、充実のクルーズでした。
この会社は他社より値段が安い分、ドリンクやお菓子は有料ですが、これだけたくさんクジラが出てくると、飲食しているヒマはないので問題ないです。(乗船前に飲み物は購入しました)
船内にトイレもあります。
平日は空いているようですが、土日や、豪華客船が入っている日は朝~昼便はビッシリだったようです。
午後はガラガラでのんびり楽しめました。
ホエールウォッチングが(国内外)数回目なのもありますが、英語Onlyで問題ありませんでした。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/01 |
Reviewed by: maringo
This tour offers a good selection of time slots, which was great. The boat isn't very large, so if you're prone to seasickness, it's a good idea to take some medication. I participated in the early morning tour, and for a while, it seemed like we wouldn't see any whales. Just when I thought we might not see any today, we spotted one in the distance! Eventually, they appeared in various places; they weren't too close, but I was satisfied! The staff only spoke English, but they were kind. One downside is that the check-in location is hard to find. If it doesn't change in the future, it's the booth on the far right with your back to the town.
このツアーは時間帯がけっこう選べるので、良かった。船はそんな大きくないので、船酔いする人は酔い止め飲むといい。
早朝のツアーに参加、なかなか鯨が現れない。今日は見れないのかと思ってたら、遠くに発見!そのうち、色々なところに現れてそんなに近くはないけど満足!スタッフは英語のみだが、優しい。
1つ難点は、チェックインの場所が分かりづらい。今後も変わらなければ町を背にして1番右のブースです。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/06 |
Reviewed by: ふわふわ
I did see the whales for sure, but it was no different from what I saw at the viewpoint along the road I drove with the rental car. The staff's response and everything else were good!
確かにくじらは確認できたのですが、
レンタカーで通った道のビュースポットで見たのと変わりありませんでした。
スタッフさんの対応その他はよかったです!
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| Packages: | 7:30出港 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Canada Robert
We were lucky that it was a beautiful day on the water. Everything was perfect! We saw so many whales we couldn't keep up with which side of the boat they were breaching on. Our "Captain Dan" was the most amazing host. He provided a lot of insight into the whales (their behaviour, etc), the surrounding area & history, the crew on the boat and even his own life. It wouldn't have been the same without him onboard. Thanks, "Lieutenant Dan"!! Riley was an excellent bar keep and equipment manager. I don't remember the names of the rest but all were so professional and accommodating. Snorkelling on the Molokini for a newbie like my wife was a breeze thanks to ALL of them. Will definitely book this again when we go back to Maui.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/11 |
Reviewed by: Nakano
The weather was nice, and the waves were calm, which felt great. I was very excited to see a whale for the first time. I heard that if it were a little later in the season, we could see even more. I requested a Japanese guide, and I was very pleased with the service. If it were only in English, the experience might have been only half as impactful. The guide was wonderful and also provided explanations about Maui, for which I am grateful. Please send my regards to the guide, T. I would highly recommend this experience.
天気がよく、波も静かで気持ちよかったです。初めてクジラを見れて大変感激しました。時期がもう少し後ならもっと見られるそうです。今回日本人のガイドさんをリクエストし対応して頂き大変よかったです。英語だけなら感動も半分くらいかもです。ガイドさんはすばらしい方でホエールウオィチング以外にもマウイの説明をして頂き感謝です。ガイドのTさんに宜しくお伝えください。はかにもおすすめしたいです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/04 |
Reviewed by: Jasper
Captain is so experienced, we found whales right after departing from the harbo. Nice crew and we enjoyed a lot. Must come during whale watching season in Maui. And remember bring sunglasses, hat, and light jacket.
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| Packages: | Early Bird Special - 7:30 am Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/08 |
Reviewed by: Corey Thomas
We had such a great time snorkeling!! The secondary location was full of sea life and it gave more time to watch for whales. Great trip and we’d definitely go again.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Rob
We saw dolphins and whales! The snorkeling was great and the crew was wonderful!!
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise & Whale Watch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/31 |
Reviewed by: ルムメニゲ
This is my second time visiting since the year before last, and this year I was able to see whale jumps twice. It was truly spectacular. On top of that, I encountered a pod of dolphins, and they showed us several spin jumps.
一昨年に続いて2回目になりますが、今年はクジラのジャンプを2度見ることができました。それはもう豪快でした。おまけに、イルカの群にも会い、スピンジャンプを何度か見せてくれました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Fenyx
This was my only tour in Maui since I did another in Kona.
Great way to spend a Saturday afternoon!
I was the only person in the cab to and from the tour.
I had a great seat on the boat and everyone seemed very friendly.
They provided everyone with free snorkeling gear but I had a cold so brought my own snorkel. Not sure how much they clean the gear.
Snorkeling site wasn't the best. I didn't see much but others claimed to see a turtle and manta ray. There were far too many people in the water! There was another tour group right next to us. We didn't see many whales either :(
Food and drinks were good, even able to take leftovers.
Overall good experience for singles, families, and couples- gay or hetero.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise Package (Jan to Mar) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/29 |
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