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: Katharine
The staff was excellent, we were sorry that we were unable to snorkel, but thoroughly enjoyed the whale watch. Mahalo!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/02/11 |
Reviewed by: TC Jones
Our captain (Emily) and crew were fantastic hosts! They educated us on the hump back whale while entertaining us with great stories, food and drink. Good time had by all!
Highly recommend this tour.
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| Packages: | Whale Watch Cruise from Kaanapali Beach (8:00 AM, 10:30 AM & 1:00 PM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/16 |
| 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: 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: K-point
I was looking forward to Molokini, but unfortunately, the weather was bad with rain the day before. The sky was covered with thick, dull clouds, and the sea didn't shine brightly. There weren't as many fish as I had hoped, but I did encounter sea turtles. After snorkeling, I enjoyed the resort atmosphere with free drinks, including beer. I was a bit surprised that the transportation was a taxi, and I didn't realize it was for us right away.
楽しみにしていたモロキニでしたが、前日も雨であいにくの天気。どんより厚い曇に覆われ、明るく輝く海とはなりませんでした。魚の数は期待したほど多くはありませんでしたが、海亀には遭遇出来ました。シュノーケリング後はフリードリンクでビールも飲めてリゾート気分を味わえました。送迎がタクシーだったのはちょっとビックリで、自分たちの出迎えと直ぐには分かりませんでした。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/16 |
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: MTsukakoshi
From December to April, humpback whales come to the Hawaiian Islands, and while I saw them on Oahu, I thought Maui would be a better place to see them up close. I also signed up for the Trilogy, which is a catamaran, so I thought we might be able to see the whales closer to the water's surface. Although the tour was in English, it was fine for us, as we were the only Japanese participants. We were able to see the whales for quite a while, and one came right up to the front of the catamaran, which was very impressive. Additionally, the triangle area between Maui, Molokai, and Lanai is said to be shallow, making it a good spot for nurturing calves. It’s estimated that around 4,000 humpback whales come to the islands each month, so I highly recommend this season for whale watching.
12月から4月の間、ハワイ諸島沖にザトウクジラが来るということで、オアフ島でも見たのですが、マウイ島のほうが近くで見れそうなのとトリロジー号はカタマランなので水面近くでクジラがみられるかも?と思い申し込みをしました。英語のみなのですが、英語の話せない私たちで大丈夫でした。日本人も私たちだけでした。クジラはかなりの間見ることができ、一番近くでカタマランのすぐ前まで来てくれ、迫力満点でした。また、マウイ島、モロカイ島、ラナイ島のトライアングル地帯は地形的に浅いらしいので、子育てにはちょうどいいらしいです。月には4000頭のザトウクジラが来島するらしいので、これからのシーズンはおすすめです。
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| Packages: | ラハイナ港発プラン(2018年12月31日までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/29 |
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 |
Reviewed by: Rachael
Saw a ton of whales. The ride was smooth. My kids all really enjoyed themselves.
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| Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/28 |
Reviewed by: 女学院
The day I went, it was very windy, and due to the weather, I couldn't go to Molokini Island. However, I enjoyed snorkeling in the waters around Maui and participated in activities like whale watching. I was very satisfied because they were very flexible in accommodating my plans.
私の行った日は風が強く、天候の都合上モロキニ島に行くことができませんでしたが、代わりにマウイ島周辺部の海でシュノーケルを楽しみ、ホエールウォッチングなどのアクティビティを行い、非常に柔軟に対応していただいたためとても満足度が高かったです。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/20 |
Reviewed by: Vicki L.
Had a great time! Awesome crew. Great music and cocktails. And saw whales! Great experience and would definitively recommend Sea Maui!
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Tikitucky
I'm regretting that I got sick from seasickness, but thanks to Kana's full support, I was able to swim with the sea turtles. I'm glad I pushed myself to come to Maui!
船酔いで体調を崩したのが悔やまれますが、カナさんのフルサポートでウミガメとも遊泳出来ました。
無理してマウイ島に来て良かったです!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/06 |
Reviewed by: あやこ
I've been to Molokini about 20 times, and this was the most fun!
Our Japanese guide, Kana, was wonderful! She took my husband, who was swimming for the first time, to Turtle Point and shared a lot of information about Maui! I enjoyed not only the snorkeling time but also the time we spent chatting (*^^*).
In winter, the water temperature at Molokini is a bit lower than in summer, and I felt there were fewer types of fish, but the clarity was outstanding and truly impressive! I was able to see several large sea turtles up close, which was a rare experience ( ; ; )♡
I definitely want to come back with my family! Thank you so much! ♪
モロキニには20回くらい行っているのですが、1番楽しかったです!
日本語ガイドのカナさんが素晴らしいです!
初モロキニかつ泳げない主人をタートルポイントまで連れて行って下さったり、マウイ島についても色々教えて下さりました!
シュノーケルの時間はもちろん、お話させて頂いた時間も楽しかったです(*^^*)
冬のモロキニは夏よりも少々海水温が低く、魚の種類が少なく感じましたが、透明度抜群で感動しました!
大きいウミガメが何匹も間近で見られて、貴重な体験でした( ; ; )♡
また家族と伺いたいと思います!
本当にありがとうございました♪
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/05 |
Reviewed by: なおなお
I went in May last time. This time in November, I heard that we couldn't go to Molokini Island until the day before.
In May, I could hardly see any fish, and the waves were a bit high, which made me feel seasick while snorkeling... but!
This time, the visibility was better than in May, and the waves were calm.
Having casual conversations with Takako made for a very pleasant cruising experience.
The combination of a cheeseburger and a hot dog sausage was the best.
All the staff were cheerful, and it was a lot of fun.
I recommend taking motion sickness medication in advance.
前回は5月に行きました。今回は11月で、前日までモロキニ島には行けなかったと聞きました。
5月の時は魚はほとんど見れなく波も少し高めでシュノーケリング中に酔いました・・・が!
今回は5月よりも透明度は高く波も穏やかでした。
たかこさんのとの世間話がとても快適なクルージングとなりました。
チーズバーガー+ホットドックのソーセージのみの組み合わせ最高です。
スタッフ全員明るくすごく楽しかったです。
事前に酔い止めお勧めします。
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/12/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Raidon
This was first time using tour company for snorkeling.
The ship is nice and big, so I did not get seasick at all.
They provided lots of drinks and food. Hamburger and hotdog was good.
They provided free snorkeling kit including fins. Swimsuit for extra money. I brought my own suit, so it helped me to swim in cold water especially in winter season.
Snorkeling at Molokini crater was good experience.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/15 |
Reviewed by: Loretta
That was a really nice activity. We saw turtle amd the crew was there for us at any moment.
I recommand that activity to everybody who like water.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/11/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/12 |
Reviewed by: マウイっ子
I participated in the snorkeling-only plan. I was a bit worried since I signed up without transportation and had to meet early in the morning, but it took about 40 minutes by car from my hotel in the center of Waikiki. The meeting place was a little hard to find, but I think if you head towards the aquarium, it will be smooth.
For breakfast, I could choose from bagels, fruits, and muffins, and there was also coffee and juice. Lunch was a sandwich made with vegetables and ham. Both were delicious!
We were blessed with good weather, and I enjoyed the cruise to Molokini Island and the snorkeling afterward! The instructions were only in English, but I was able to understand. It was fun! Thank you!
シュノーケルのみのプランで参加しました。早朝の集合で、送迎なしで申し込んだので心配でしたが、ワイキキ中心部のホテルから車で40分ほどでした。集合場所が少々分かりにくかったのですが、水族館を目指して行くとスムーズに行けると思います^ ^
朝ごはんはベーグル、フルーツ、マフィンから選べ、コーヒーやジュースもありました。昼ごはんは野菜やハムを挟んで作るサンドウィッチでした。どちらも美味しかったです!
お天気にも恵まれ、快適にモロキニ島へのクルーズと移動した後のシュノーケリングも楽しめました!説明は英語のみでしたが、理解はできました。
楽しかったです!ありがとうございました^ - ^
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| Packages: | シュノーケルプラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/11/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Tina
The crew was excellent! Attentive and super friendly!
Food was really really good! Sliders, roasted Brussels spiritus and veggies w/dip. The sunset was beautiful and we even saw whales!!!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/11/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/01 |
Reviewed by: Karen & Randy
Our tour guide Matt was remarkably knowledgeable of both the local marine life and also local folklore, history and geography.
He guided us to two spots where we were snorkeling an arms length from some of the most beautiful sea turtles I have ever seen. The best part was because our group was small and coming off of kayaks, we had the entire area to ourselves for the most part. It was truly a breath taking experience.
Matt was engaging, funny, patient and willing to answer any and all questions we all had. I will definitely be doing this tour again, the next time I am in Maui. You will NOT be disappointed! Great value for money - an incredible experience!
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| Packages: | Temporarily Unavailable - Turtle Reef Discovery (2-mile Paddle) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/27 |
Reviewed by: Linda
Sea Maui was an awesome cruise crew was friendly and fun live music was great awesome night on the water definitely recommend it
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/25 |
Reviewed by: Ash
Every aspect of this trip was spectacular! The friendly staff, the beverages and food, and views were one of the highlights of our trip. Our large group had the best time on the Sea Maui and can't wait to visit Maui and do this again! Thank you again!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/16 |
Reviewed by: ノリちゃん家族
The children have become independent, and it's not often that our family of four gets together, but during this trip to Hawaii, we extended our stay to Maui and had a long-awaited family reunion. Moreover, even my wife, who usually doesn't swim, joined us for snorkeling at Molokini Island. We were able to witness the clarity of the water, the abundance of fish, the beauty, and the richness of nature, making it a truly enjoyable family trip. The photos and videos of our entire family are treasures. Thank you very much.
子供たちも独り立ちをして、4人の家族が一緒になることは普段なかなか
ないのですが、今回のHawaii旅行で、マウイ島まで足を延ばし、久々の家族全員集合ができました。さらに、あまり、泳がない家内まで参加して、モロキニ島へのシュノーケリングに参加させていただき、海の透明度、魚群の多さ、美しさ、自然の豊かさを目の当たりにして、本当に楽しい家族旅行となりました。家族全員での写真、ビデオ宝物です。ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | シュノーケルプラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/18 |
Reviewed by: Lani
The staff and overall experience was wonderful. I had hoped there would be more ocean life to see. We stayed upstairs on the ride back and it was gorgeous!!
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| Packages: | 1.5 Hour Adventure [2021 Package] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/15 |
Reviewed by: Rena
Delicious drinks and appetitzers and a wonderful staff. Would recommend this trip to anyone and will definitely be going again on our future Maui trips!
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| Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/10/05 |
Reviewed by: nakai
The weather was perfect! It was a calm day with no wind! Our guide Kana provided detailed advice from the start, allowing us to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind. The sea was filled with many fish, and Kana guided us, showing us where to go and even informed us about the current. We kept diving until we got cold. The transfer to Turtle Point was also enjoyable as we chatted with Kana. Just when I thought we might not see any sea turtles due to the unusual current, we encountered a turtle resting quietly on the rocks. After that, we were able to swim with the turtles, making it an absolutely amazing day. I had a great time. Thank you!
天気は最高!風なく穏やかな1日でした!ガイドのカナさんがスタートから細やかにアドバイスしてくれ、安心して楽しめました。
海もたくさんの魚カナちゃんがこっちがいいよと案内してくれ潮の流れも教えてくれ、身体が冷えるまでひたすら潜りました
タートルポイントまでの移動もカナちゃんと楽しいおしゃべりしながら。
潮の流れがいつもと違うとのことで、海亀は断念かなと思ったところで、岩場で静かに休んでいる海亀にあえました。
その後も海亀と泳ぐこともでき、とにかく最高な1日になりました
たのしかったです。ありがとうございました
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/10/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/09/26 |
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