All Reviews for Toddler-Friendly (Ages 2-4)

It was a recommended optional tour!
I was very satisfied to see many mother and baby whales!
The boarding time was ample, and I had a valuable experience.
If I have the opportunity to stay on Maui again, I would definitely like to rely on you!

オススメオプショナルツアーでした！
親子鯨が沢山見れて大変満足でした！
乗船時間もたっぷりで、貴重な体験が出来ました。
次回もマウイ島に滞在する機会があれば是非お世話になりたいです！

We had a Japanese guide with us, and we were able to see a lot of whales! I wanted to see them a bit closer, but it's all about luck. I tend to get lost at the meeting point, so I went to check it out early, but it wasn't open. That made me a bit anxious.

日本人のガイドさんもついていただき、クジラは沢山観れました！
もう少し近くで観たかったけれど、それもこれも運ですね。
集合場所いつも迷子になるので、早めに一度観に行ったのですが、空いておらず。
そこが不安になりました。

Our trip was amazing! Great food and drinks! The entire staff was very accommodating and served the best food and drinks! The catamaran was very safe and top of the line. Very fun atmosphere! Our cruise also turned into whale watching! We had so much fun we booked another trip a few days later. We would recommend this trip if you want to have a beautiful, fun evening!

The boat crew was amazing. You will take your shoes off prior to entering the boat and the crew assists with the facilitation of passengers onto the vessel. The main challenge is timing the waves with getting passengers on board. The crew did a great job with this and ensured everyone stayed dry (for the most part!) Once on the boat there are several different seating options: Bean bag chairs, bench seating down by the bar area, and seating on the front of the vessel. I would recommend sitting in the bean bags as they are comfortable and provide a great view (just be careful with your phone as there are slits it could possibly fall through into the ocean.)

Dinner was served on the boat and it was excellent. The brussel sprouts and chicken bites were delicious! Drinks were also served and the crew did a great job with serving everyone in a timely and frequent manner. The trip was extra special for me as my wonderful fiance (then boyfriend) proposed to me as the sun set over the mountains. My friends worked with the crew members to make the moment extra special as they deliberately turned the boat for us to see the sunset in our engagement pictures. During/after the proposal they provided us with a champagne shower and the rest of the bottle of champagne! Truly a moment we will never forget.

A++ experience!

I participated alone. I had some anxiety, but the check-in and boarding went smoothly. There were whales everywhere. Every time we spotted one, the captain and the other passengers would announce it and point it out, so we moved the boat left and right to take pictures! At the end of the tour, a whale came close to the boat, dove underneath, and popped up to play with us! Everyone was super excited! ☆ Since there was some wind and occasional rain (though not for long), I think it's a good idea to bring a windbreaker. It was a very valuable experience, and I was moved. Thank you very much!!

1人で参加をしました。
不安もありましたがチェックインから乗船、その後もスムーズでした。クジラはあちこちにいました。見えるたびにキャプテンや乗客の皆さんがアナウンスや指差しをして教えてくれたので船を右に左に飛び回って写真を撮りました！
ツアーの最後にはクジラが船に近づいてきて、船の下に潜り込み、顔を出して戯れてくれました！
みんな大興奮でした☆
風があったり、たまに雨が降ったり(長い時間ではありませんが)するので、ウインドブレーカーを持参しても良いと思います。
とても貴重な体験が出来感動しました。
ありがとうございました！！

We were able to do a lot of whale watching off the coast of Lahaina on both the outbound and return trips. The views of the valleys of Maui and the cloud-covered Haleakalā from the sea were also exceptional.

往復ともラハイナ沖では　たくさんのホエールウォッチングができました
マウイの渓谷や海雲のかかったハレアカラの山も海上からの眺めは　また格別でした。

we had a great trip to Lanai. There were whales jumping on the way over and the beach was beautiful. one day is not enough time to see everything. one should rent a car or get a shuttle up to town to get to see more than just the ferry harbor and the beach.

I participated in February, and at first, I was worried about whether I would be able to enjoy it. However, I was engaged from start to finish. The price was reasonable, and the duration of about 2-3 hours was just right.

I attended wearing just a shirt, and it was comfortable enough. Please bring your own drinks. Be cautious about parking in Lahaina, as there aren't many options available. I parked at a place that cost about 1,500 yen for 8 hours. When I was in my early 20s, I would park far away for free and walk for 30 minutes, but...

2月に参加しましたが最初はみれるか不安でした。でも最初から最後まで飽きるほど見れました。それでいて値段も安く時間も2-3時間ほどとちょうどよいです。
シャツ一枚で参加しましたがほどよいものでした。
飲み物は持参してください。ラハイナは駐車場があまりないので来る時要注意です。私は8時間1,500円ほどのところにとめました。20代前半の時なら遠くの無料パーキングにとめて30分でも歩くのですが…

The ferry ride to Lana’i was amazing! It was a smooth sailing with a professional crew. Ship was clean, comfortable, and safe. We sat on the upper deck and received several salt water showers which was fun! A bonus was seeing the whales spouting, blowing and playing in the channel! This was a special trip!

Naddy was awesome guide..we r happy n njoyed ..

breakfast is was yummy

The ferry made our overnight trip to Lanai so easy. The boat itself seemed to be well-maintained and clean. It was not overly crowded and was very punctual. I think the price is reasonable considering the service provided.
A side note: We saw more whales on our trips to and from Lanai than we have on any whale watch we have ever taken!

When we went out to sea on a large double-hulled boat, we saw many whales spouting, and shortly after, we encountered one swimming leisurely nearby, which was thrilling. I had heard that a lot of whales come during this season, but I was truly surprised. I would love to go see them again when I visit Maui.

大型双頭船で沖合いまで出ると、たくさんのクジラの潮吹きが見えて、そのあとすぐ近くを悠々と泳いでいるのに遭遇し、感激しました。この時期はクジラがかなりやって来るとは聞いていたのですが、本当にビックリしました。また、マウイにいくときはもう一度見に行きたいです。

This luau did not disappoint. I've attended other luaus on other islands (this was my husband's first) and I was very impressed! The set-up and format of the activities and dinner were excellent.

You are greeted with lei once you check in and are escorted to your table. There are plenty of activities to learn more about the culture and traditions of the luau until dinner is served. Dinner was also well executed (buffet).

We had a fantastic time with the open bar, the food, and being able to dance in the moonlight for those celebrating special milestones (anniversaries, birthdays, newly married, etc.). I definitely recommend Old Lahaina Luau!

By far the BEST excursion of our trip. We took the 7:30am whale watching tour. The Captain was fantastic... we had very close, and multiple, whale encounters. The water was calm, the boat was easy to navigate with a toddler and family members with some mobility challenges. There was so much to see; the two hours went by way too fast. Highly recommend this company and crew! Thanks for such a great adventure. What a trip to remember.

This excursion was beyond what I expected! The boat ride was smooth and there was plenty of space for my friends and I to enjoy the ride! We had cute bean bag chairs to sit on which added to our excitement. The crew members showed great service and were happy to get to know us a little when the time was right and everyone on board had been helped. Very easy going and fun guys to hang out with! The crew even made our friends proposal extra special by turning the boat around at the perfect time so we could have the best pictures of the event- and were more than happy to celebrate by bringing out champagne! I also feel like I need to comment on the food- the Brussels were the best I’ve ever had- and being from the south, I’ve tried them many ways. If you’re going on this excursion, be prepared to have a great evening, get your toes wet, and enjoy the views. 10/10 for a great time and great company!

The Japanese guide was very kind, and I had a great time. They informed us in advance about the best seats to see, and I was able to see the whales up close, which was amazing. I want to go again!

日本語ガイドさんがとても親切で楽しく過ごせました。
よく見れる席を事前に教えてくれて
かなり近くで鯨ちゃんも見れて、最高でした。
また　いきたいです！

It was unfortunately rainy, but we were able to see a lot of whales! We got as close as possible according to the regulations, turned off the engine, and it was lucky when the whales came closer on their own. The announcements were in English, and when a whale was spotted, they indicated the direction using the clock hands.

There were only two groups of Japanese participants, but having a Japanese guide was really helpful. They taught us a lot about the whales and pointed out good viewing spots, so I didn't have to feel uncomfortable as a Japanese person who eats whales. If you're not completely comfortable with English, I definitely recommend requesting a Japanese guide.

生憎の雨でしたが、鯨はたくさん見られました！
規則でギリギリ近づける場所まで近づいて、エンジンを止めて鯨が自分からもっと近づいてくるとラッキー♪
アナウンスは英語で、鯨を発見すると、時計の針の方向で教えてくれます

日本人の参加は二組だけでしたが、
やはり日本人のガイドさんがいてくれると、鯨のこともいろいろ教えてくれるし、見やすい場所等も教えていただき、鯨を食べる日本人という肩身の狭い思いもしないで済みました
英語で全然大丈夫！という人でなければ、日本語ガイドをぜひリクエストするといいと思います

I have had the opportunity to see hula several times, but the hula show here was of a high level, and I was very satisfied. It felt like every fingertip was finely tuned, and the one-hour performance flew by in no time.

これまで何度かフラを見る機会がありましたが、ここのフラ・ショーはレベルが高く、とても満足でした。
手足の指先まで神経が研ぎ澄まされている感じで、本編１時間があっという間でした。

This was my first time in Maui during this season, so I thought whale watching was a must and signed up for it. Initially, I had booked a tour departing from Kaanapali Beach, but it was changed to Lahaina at the last minute. I was a bit confused, but since we boarded from the pier instead of the beach, it was nice not to get wet while boarding. (I received several emails from Veltra regarding the change, which was helpful.)

The frequency of whale encounters was higher than I expected, so in that sense, I was satisfied. However, I think it would have been even better if we could have gotten a bit closer to see them. The explanations about the whales' ecology were in English, but they were detailed and easy to understand.

The meeting time was 7:45, with the tour starting at 8:00. Veltra advised us to arrive by 7:30, but in the end, there was no guidance until just before 8:00, and participants seemed to be gathering in the designated area looking a bit lost, which made me somewhat anxious. The light snack was a ham and cheese croissant sandwich (which tasted good). There was also fruit available, but it felt more like a self-service situation rather than being fully catered.

During this season, there are a considerable number of whales near the coast, and for those who are sensitive to being on boats, you can also see them at the scenic point in Maalaea Bay.

この時期のマウイは初めてでしたので、ホエール・ウオッチングは外せないと思い、申込みました。
当初カアナパリビーチ発を申し込んでいましたが直前にラハイナ発に変更となり、少し戸惑いましたが、ビーチからでなく桟橋からの乗船だったため乗船時に濡れることなく良かったです。（ベルトラさんからは変更につき事前に何度かメール連絡をいただき助かりました）
思ったよりもクジラに遭遇する頻度は高く、そういう意味では満足でした。
ただ、もう少し近づいて見ることが出来たら、なお良かったと思います。なおクジラの生態等について英語でしたが詳しくわかりやすい説明でした。
集合は７：４５、ツアースタート８：００で、ベルトラさんからは７：３０までには現地へとのアドバイスがあったのですが、結局８：００ぎりぎりまで
案内はなく、参加者らしき人たちが指定場所で所在なげに集まっていたので、やや不安ではありました。軽食はハム・チーズのクロワッサンサンド（味は良かったです）。果物もありましたが、必要な人は自分で取にいく感じで至れり尽くせりという感じではありませんでした。
この時期は沿岸近くに相当数のクジラがおり、船に弱い方はマアエラア湾のscenic poitでも見ることはできます。

As soon as the ship set sail, we started to see whale spouts here and there. I thought we might not see any whales up close and that the tour would end like this, but then one whale approached and kept surfacing around the boat, showing its face and fluke. We also got to see other whales breaching.

I am very satisfied!

船が出港してからすぐにあちこちでし鯨の潮を吹いていました。
近くで姿は見れず、このままツアー終了かなと思っていたら、一頭の鯨が近づいてきて、ずっと船のまわりで顔を出したりおびれを出したり。
さらに他の鯨のブリーチングも見れました。

大満足です！

This sunset cruise had an amazing staff who were very helpful! The drink and food were perfect! We were able to see whales which was a great addition to the already perfect view! Highly recommend!

We were able to see a lot on the 7:30 departure. I can only say we were lucky. A curious whale happened to come by and swam around the boat for over 15 minutes. The English-speaking tour had more than 90% American guests, and it was a big hit. To borrow the words of an American girl nearby, "Best $30 dollars than ever!"

7：30出港便でガッツリ見れました。
運が良かったとしか言いようがありません。
たまたま好奇心旺盛なクジラが来てくれたので、
15分以上も船の周りをぐるぐる回ってくれました。
英語ガイド便は9割以上がアメリカ人客で、大盛り上がり。
近くにいたアメリカ人の女の子の言葉を借りると、
Best $30 dollars than ever !

This cruise was the perfect way to end one of our days in Maui. The staff gave fun facts about the island during the cruise and would stop along the way to get the perfect view of any wildlife you saw. The staff interacted with everybody on the boat and attended to everybody well to make sure everyone who wanted a drink had one. I highly recommend this cruise if you are wanting a relaxing way end to your day with beautiful views.

Highly, highly recommend these guys! They have bean bags on the net lounge area to sit on which was very nice and made it more comfortable. The crew was so attentive and were constantly making rounds checking on everyone and even told us not to worry about getting drinks ourselves that they would be bringing them around, so we never even had to get up for a refill! They were also so helpful with a proposal that my friend was planning. They made sure that everything went smoothly for them and I can't thank them enough for making their night so special!

Saw lots of whales we had beautiful weather. Lanai City is a cute little town. Blue Ginger was a great place for lunch.

Wife and I greatly enjoyed the trip together. The captain was nice enough to cruise around to see some whales that were all around the boat. Great food, great drinks and the bar tenders were fantastic.

So glad we picked out these guys for dolphin watching and snorkeling! best decision ever :) The crew was amazing and so helpful :) Thanks again :)

I participated in this tour, departing from the hotel where I stayed, and as others have shared in their experiences, boarding the boat that approaches the beach between the waves left me quite wet, making me wish I had worn my swimsuit. However, I was able to encounter more whales than I had imagined, see whales swimming right beneath the boat, and hear their songs, which created wonderful memories. The crew was also very pleasant, and I had a comfortable time.

宿泊したホテルの前からの出発ということで参加しましたが、波の合間を見計らいビーチに接岸するボートに乗り込むこのツアーは、他の方の体験談通りでしたので、水着にしておけばよかった・・・と思うほどの濡れ具合です。
ただ想像以上に沢山のクジラたちに遭えたこと、船の真下に泳ぐクジラを見ることが出来たこと、クジラの歌ごえを聴くことが出来たことは、素敵な思いでとなりました。
クルーの皆さんもとても感じが良く、心地よい時間を過ごすことが出来ました。

The check-in area at the Ka'anapali Beach Hotel is very convenient, located by the seaside lawn. With the strong winds in Ka'anapali, we hurriedly boarded the catamaran, timing our entry just right. As soon as we set off, we were served mini cakes and drinks (including alcoholic options), and there was an all-you-can-eat dessert and drink service. The staff moved around among the passengers, engaging in friendly conversation while being attentive to our needs.

The two-hour cruise featuring dolphins, sea turtles, and whales flew by in no time. It seems that when the weather is bad, departures are from Lahaina, but we were fortunate to have good weather this time. The day before, the operator called to ask if we could push our reservation back by an hour, but they communicated clearly and patiently, so the time change was no problem at all. In the afternoon, we drove from Lahaina to the airport with our rental car, making for a fulfilling day. After spending three days in Maui, we left for Waikiki, where we spent another seven days. I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Hawaii. I hope everyone has a great time!

宿泊先のカアナパリビーチホテルのシーサイド芝のエリアがチェックインなのでとっても楽です
風の強いカアナパリ　双胴船に乗り込むタイミングを計りながら急いで乗り込みます　動き出してすぐミニケーキ　ドリンク（アルコールもあり）　デザートは食べ放題　飲み放題　スタッフが気配りしながら乗客の間を動き回りながら楽しく話しかけてくれます
イルカの体現　海亀　クジラと２時間のクルーズはあっという間に終了です　天候が悪いときはラハイナからの出航になるようですが今回は天候に恵まれよかったです　前日運営外車から予約時間を１時間遅らせて欲しいと電話がありましたがゆっくり分かりやすく話してもらえたので時間変更も特に問題ありませんでした　午後からはレンタカーでラハイナ　→　エアポートへの移動でしたが充実した1日でした　３日間過ごしたマウイを離れ、ワイキキに戻り７日過ごしました。大いにハワイを満喫できました　皆さん楽しんでください　

We were lucky to see numerous whales on our trip to Lanai. We took this trip LY to snorkel at Hulopo'e Beach (which is a short walk from the marina) and had such a great time we decided to repeat the experience. It's a pretty straight forward trip - just be sure to buy your ticket a day ahead and arrive at least 30 minutes before so you can get in line to snag a good seat if you want to whale watch (in season).