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All Reviews for Recommended for Kids 2-4 in Maui

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Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show

Always a Great Time

Reviewed by: Sarah Eickmeyer

The show and food was great. Loved the scenery. Location is good. Stafff very friendly. A must do every time we visit Maui! Looking forward to returning some day.

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Posted on: 2017/09/09
Activity Date: 2017/08/19

Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show

Great Time

Reviewed by: PMSF

We really enjoyed the setting and the food was also very good the show was good but the food and the setting were the best for us.

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Posted on: 2017/08/26
Activity Date: 2017/08/22

伝統ルアウ&フラ ハワイアンショー オールド・ラハイナ・ルアウ 海の前の絶景ロケーションでハワイのカルチャー体験!<夕食/飲み放題/ウェルカムレイ付き>

A wonderful show and delicious food! 素晴らしいショーと美味しい食事!

Reviewed by: KATE

The show can be enjoyed in a very atmospheric location. You can appreciate not only the dancers' performances but also the production itself. Additionally, the view from the stage backdrop is beautiful, allowing you to enjoy a meal while watching a lovely sunset. I've been to other luau shows, but the food at this luau was the most delicious I've ever had. I recommend opting for the seating style where you sit on the floor instead of at a table; it's more enjoyable to watch from closer to the stage!

ショーはとても雰囲気の良い場所で見る事ができます。
ダンサーの踊りはもちろん、演出も楽しめます。
またステージバックの景色はとても美しく、綺麗なサンセットを見ながらの食事ができます。
他のルアウショーも良く観に行きますが、ここのルアウショーの食事は今までで一番美味しかったです。
オススメは、イステーブル席ではなく、床に座るスタイルの席にして、ステージ近くで見る方が楽しめますよ!

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Packages: お座敷席
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Posted on: 2017/08/26
Activity Date: 2017/08/06

伝統ルアウ&フラ ハワイアンショー マウイの神話 <優先入場VIP席あり/ビュッフェ夕食/飲み放題/ロイヤル・ラハイナ・リゾート>

The best hula! 最高のフラ!

Reviewed by: 五十嵐

This was my eighth time on Maui, but it was my first time attending a luau in person. The show was wonderful, and the food was local cuisine. The steamed pig, in particular, was very delicious, and I went back for seconds multiple times. It was a fun experience with food that exceeded the price! ^_^

マウイ島は8回目でしたがルアウを目の前で見るのは初めての参加です。
ショーは素晴らしく料理も地元の料理。特に豚の蒸し焼きは。とても美味しく何度もお代わりしました。料金以上の楽しさと食事でしたよ^_^

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Packages: スタンダード席
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Posted on: 2017/08/26
Activity Date: 2017/08/01

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  <12~4月/軽食&アルコール2杯付き/英語ガイド/カアナパリビーチ発>

I saw a whale in the distance. クジラが遠くに見えました

Reviewed by: オカケン

The weather was a bit cloudy, but the comfortable climate typical of Maui remained unchanged. It's been two and a half years since then, but I still remember it vividly. I saw whales in the distance doing flips. Capturing the perfect shot is incredibly difficult, but next time I want to bring a good camera instead of just my smartphone!

天気は少し曇り気味でしたが、マウイらしい快適な気候は変わりませんでした。
あれから2年半経っての投稿になりましたが、今でも鮮明に覚えています。
クジラが遠くに見えて宙返りをしてくれました。
シャッターチャンスがものすごく難しいですが、次回はスマホではなくいいカメラを持っていきたいですね!

  • 船上で思い切りくつろげました!

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Packages: カアナパリビーチ発プラン(2017年12月31日までのご参加)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2017/08/15
Activity Date: 2015/01/19

伝統ルアウ&フラ ハワイアンショー オールド・ラハイナ・ルアウ 海の前の絶景ロケーションでハワイのカルチャー体験!<夕食/飲み放題/ウェルカムレイ付き>

I was disappointed that there was no fire dance. ファイアーダンスが無かったのが残念でした。

Reviewed by: かりんま

The location and atmosphere were great, and the show started just as the sunset was ending. Before the show began, we could participate in various experiences and watch demonstrations; the children got to try playing the puili instrument. I observed the process of peeling coconuts and hollowing out the nata de coco part, and I tasted it. It felt similar to Paradise Cove Luau on Oahu, but the food here was definitely more delicious. The kalua pork and beef steak were tastier than I expected. The show featured a lot of traditional hula (kahiko), which I enjoyed. However, I was disappointed that the male dancers did not have the robust physiques typical of Native Hawaiians and that there was no fire dance, which I was looking forward to the most. The total duration of the show was about an hour, which felt a bit short compared to the three-hour time commitment. On the plus side, it allowed for a leisurely meal. Overall, it was a neutral experience.

場所も雰囲気も良く、サンセットが終わりかける頃から始まるショー。
ショーが始まる前には様々な体験をしたりデモンストレーションを見学することができ、子供たちはプイリという楽器の体験をしました。私はココナッツを剥いて?ナタデココの部分をくり抜く作業を見学し、その味見をしました。
オアフ島のパラダイスコーブルアウと似た感じでした。
が、食事は断然こちらの方が美味しかったです。
カルアポークやビーフステーキは思った以上のおいしさでした。
ショーの内容は、古典フラ(カヒコ)が多く、これは私の好みでした。
男性ダンサーの体つきが、ネイティブハワイアンの様な厚みのある肉体で無く、案外華奢だったのとファイアダンスが無かったのが残念でした。これが一番楽しみだったので。
ショーの時間は全て合わせて1時間程度で、所要時間3時間に対して短めかなという印象を受けました。その分ゆっくり食事はできますが。
なので、可もなく不可もなくといった感じでした。

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Posted on: 2017/08/14
Activity Date: 2017/08/08

Myths of Maui Royal Lahaina Luau - Open Bar, Polynesian Dance & Fire Knife Show

Awesome!

Reviewed by: Julie

Our first visit to Maui...our first ever Luau and we were not disappointed!! The entertainment was excellent and the food was amazing!

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Posted on: 2017/07/22
Activity Date: 2017/07/19

Maui Nui Sunset Luau on Kaanapali Beach with Open Bar at Sheraton Resort

Enjoyed the Luau

Reviewed by: Steve

Great experience, enjoyed by whole family, would recommend to others!

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Packages: Cocktail Show Package (Limited Availability)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2017/07/15
Activity Date: 2017/07/12

ラナイ島 シュノーケリングクルーズ  <1日2便/食事&アルコール2杯付き>

I participated alone! 一人参加でした!

Reviewed by: よしぷぅ

Maui was my first solo trip. I love snorkeling, and I felt like I could enjoy it alone, so I decided to go for it. Since it was May, it was bright, and I couldn't see the sunrise... I stayed in Lahaina, so I scouted the meeting place the day before and found it easily. The weather was great all day, and during the cruise, it felt nice. The cinnamon rolls that everyone recommended were delicious (though I got a bit tired of them halfway through...), and there were sandwiches that looked tasty, but I thought I shouldn't eat too much. The snorkeling was amazing; I got to see lots of fish! It was fun (^_-)-☆ I also joined an island tour, and we traveled around in a van! English was quite difficult, but I enjoyed the peaceful Lanai Island and highly recommend it. When we returned, it was lunchtime with salad, yakisoba, BBQ chicken, and so on. Well, it was just ordinary taste. There were no other solo travelers, and no Japanese people, but I still had a great time! The return trip was quite bumpy, but that was fun too. It got better once we raised the sails! I only had one beer. One of the crew members remembered my name, so I didn't feel lonely at all. I splurged on the boat dive and went to Lanai Island, and I'm glad I did (・ω・)ノ

マウイは初めての1人旅でした。シュノーケルも大好きだし一人でも楽しめるような気がしたので思い切って参加することにしました。5月だったのでさすがに明るくて日の出は見れないですが。。。 ラハイナインに泊まってたので集合場所は前日に下見に行ったしすぐに分かりました
。1日中お天気もよくてクルーズ中も気持ちよくみなさんおすすめのシナモンロールもおいしく
(途中で飽きましたが…) サンドイッチとかもあり、おいしそうだったのですが、あんまり食べ過ぎてもしんどくなりそうだったので。シュノーケルはやっぱりいっぱいのおさかなさんたち見れました! 楽しかった(^_-)-☆  アイランドツアーにも参加してバンで回ってくれました! 英語がなかなか難しいですが… のどかなラナイ島を楽しめてお勧めします。戻ったらランチタイムです。サラダとか焼きそばBBQチキンなどです。まあ普通の味。1人で来てる方もいなくて日本人も0でも楽しめました! 帰りは結構揺れます。それもまた楽しかったり。帆を上げたらましになってました! ビール1本だけにしときました。クルーの1人の人が名前を覚えてくれてて1人でもさみしくなかったですよー ボートダイブしたりラナイ島にも行けて奮発したけど行って良かった (・ω・)ノ

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Packages: シュノーケルプラン(2018年12月31日までのご参加)
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2017/07/03
Activity Date: 2017/05/25

ラナイ島行きフェリーチケット 古代ハワイアンの伝説が残る島へ<片道・往復/マアラエア港発着>

This is the best way to go from Maui to Lanai. マウイ島からラナイ島へ行くのはこれが最高

Reviewed by: 永井 裕

I traveled from Oahu to Maui, then to Lanai, and back to Oahu. It was a trip to celebrate our 25th wedding anniversary, visiting places filled with memories. There are no direct flights from Maui to Lanai since they are close together. Taking a route via Oahu would take an outrageous amount of time and money. This ferry is inexpensive and offers about an hour of travel. The journey while enjoying the surrounding islands, blue skies, and blue seas was very pleasant.

オアフ島からマウイ島へ、そしてラナイ島へ行って再びオアフ島へ戻るルートで旅行をしました。結婚25周年記念の旅行で、思い出の地を巡る旅行でした。マウイ島からラナイ島へは近いので航空機便が有りません。オアフ島経由だととんでもない時間とお金がかかります。このフェリーだと料金も安く1時間程度の船旅。周りの島々と青い空、青い海を見ながらの航行はとても快適でした。

  • フェリー上からマウイ島を望む

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Packages: 片道プラン<マアラエア⇒ラナイ>
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/06/27
Activity Date: 2017/06/24

Te Au Moana Luau with Dinner, Fire Knife Show & Open Bar at Wailea Marriott Maui

Awesome

Reviewed by: The Wood Family

This was done nicely. The dancers were so elegant and the history was informative. Finally the vendors were so nice and showed great craftsmanship.

  • Our family

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Posted on: 2017/06/26
Activity Date: 2017/06/17

Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show

A must do!

Reviewed by: MKWiseman

Fantastic! Food was great, service was awesome and the whole experience was terrific. A very traditional Hawaiian Luau.

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Posted on: 2017/06/21
Activity Date: 2017/06/12

Drums of the Pacific Luau with Open Bar at Kaanapali Hyatt Regency Maui

It's was good.

Reviewed by: Linda

It was good, not great. Show was good. Food was good. Seating was tight and overall it was a little over-priced.

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Packages: VIP Luau Package
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Posted on: 2017/06/17
Activity Date: 2017/05/28

伝統ルアウ&フラ ハワイアンショー オールド・ラハイナ・ルアウ 海の前の絶景ロケーションでハワイのカルチャー体験!<夕食/飲み放題/ウェルカムレイ付き>

The best time. 最高な時間

Reviewed by: しずる

I researched various blogs in advance, and I highly recommend this for those visiting Lahaina on Maui. The staff's service, the hula dancers, and the food were all satisfying!! Definitely check out Old Lahaina Luau.

事前に色々なブログを参考に決めましたが、マウイ島ラハイナに行かれる方にはオススメです。
スタッフの対応、フラダンサー、食事、全てが満足でした!!是非、オールドラハイナルアウへ。

  • 入り口

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Posted on: 2017/06/08
Activity Date: 2017/06/05

ラナイ島行きフェリーチケット 古代ハワイアンの伝説が残る島へ<片道・往復/マアラエア港発着>

To the dream destination of Lanai Island. 憧れのラナイ島へ

Reviewed by: ゆうたん

During my recent trip to Maui, I took a day trip to Lanai, a place I had always wanted to visit. Since there weren't any tours to Lanai that fit my plans, I used the ferry that departs from Lahaina Harbor. There is a paid shuttle available at the port of Lanai, which I used to explore Lanai City and the Four Seasons Hotel. Next time, I definitely want to stay on Lanai and enjoy a more leisurely visit.

今回マウイ島に旅行に行った際、いつか行ってみたいと思っていたラナイ島に日帰りで行きました。自分のプランに合うラナイ島ツアーはなかったため、ラハイナ港から出ているフェリーを利用しました。ラナイ島の港には有料のシャトルが出ており、そのシャトルでラナイシティやフォーシーズンホテル内を散策しました。今度はぜひラナイ島で宿泊してゆっくりと滞在したいと思いました。

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Posted on: 2017/05/27
Activity Date: 2017/05/02

Myths of Maui Royal Lahaina Luau - Open Bar, Polynesian Dance & Fire Knife Show

Awesome!

Reviewed by: Jamie

Came to Maui for my honeymoon and of course had to see a luau. We had originally booked another luau but heard great things about the royal Lahaina so we decided to change it last minute. They were able to seat us in the second row as VIP. The ocean view was breathtaking, the dancing was amazing and the dancers were gorgeous. Unlimited food and drinks made it that much more fun. It rained during the luau but it was definitely an experience my fiancé and I will never forget. Would definitely recommend it to everyone!

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Posted on: 2017/05/25
Activity Date: 2015/11/13

モロキニ島シュノーケリング&セーリングツアー グラスボトム完備で海中も楽しめる<午前/朝食&昼食付き/英語ガイド>

In the afternoon, we will be at Coral Gardens instead of Molokini Island. 午後からはモロキニ島でなくコーラルガーデンです

Reviewed by: 初マウイ

I booked thinking I would be going to Molokini Island. It's an afternoon tour. However, I ended up at a rocky area on Maui, about 20 minutes from the port. I thought we would go to Molokini Island, but it turned out this was the end of the tour. There were some corals, but the main inhabitants were just black triggerfish. It seemed like this was the so-called Coral Garden. The title of the tour was misleading.

モロキニ島に行くものと思って予約しました。午後スタートのコースです
でも、ついたのは、港から20分くらいのマウイ島の岩場でした。
ここからモロキニ島に行くと思ったら ココで終わりだって
サンゴがそこそこありましたが、いっぱいいるのは、黒いモンガラばっかり
ここが、コーラルガーデンってところのようでした。
ツアーのタイトルがまぎらわしい

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Thank you very much for participating in the tour. However, I sincerely apologize for not being able to provide a service that met your expectations.

On this tour, the morning plan includes snorkeling at Molokini Island, and the afternoon plan features snorkeling at Coral Gardens. I apologize for any confusion caused by the information on the tour page. I can understand that you may have felt disappointed since the schedule on the day of the tour differed from what you anticipated. In response to your feedback, we have now clearly indicated the snorkeling spots in the tour schedule. Please understand that, as tropical fish are natural creatures, there may be times when you cannot see many of them.

We take your comments seriously and will work with the operating company to further improve our services in the future. Thank you very much for your valuable feedback during your busy time.

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この度はツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながら、ご期待に沿ったサービスを提供できませんでしたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。
こちらのツアーでは午前のプランはモロキニ島、午後のプランはコーラルガーデンにてシュノーケリングをお楽しみいただけます。ツアーページの記載がわかりづらかったようで申し訳ございませんでした。せっかく楽しみにされていたツアーにて当日のスケジュールがご想定のものと異なったため残念なお気持ちだったかとお察しいたします。お客様のご意見を受け、ツアースケジュールにもシュノーケルスポットを明記させていただきました。熱帯魚につきましては自然の生き物ですのでたくさん御覧いただけない場合もございますことご了承ください。

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お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
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  • ポテチによってくるモンガラ

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Posted on: 2017/05/18
Activity Date: 2017/05/15

Drums of the Pacific Luau with Open Bar at Kaanapali Hyatt Regency Maui

All around good luau

Reviewed by: Cary R

Good luau. Little cheesy but good food and atmosphere

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Posted on: 2017/05/18
Activity Date: 2017/05/14

Maui Afternoon Whale Watch Sail on a Luxury Catamaran with Guaranteed Sightings, Lunch & Open Bar

A Whale of a Good Time!

Reviewed by: Annette

Captain Nick and the crew of the Alii Nui was outstanding! They were kind, friendly and very helpful. They all made us feel so safe and comfortable. The buffet of appetizers and the selection of drinks was impressive and made for a very pleasant afternoon. We really did not notice how many people were on board which made the atmosphere very light and cheery. It did not take long for Captain Nick to spot a mother Humpback whale and her calf frolicking off the coast. Their antics made for some awesome pictures and wonderful memories to take back home! We had a wonderful time and would love to come back and do it again!

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Packages: Maui Ocean Center with Lunch & Whale Watch Combo
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/05/08
Activity Date: 2017/02/23

Maui Nui Sunset Luau on Kaanapali Beach with Open Bar at Sheraton Resort

Intimate Luau

Reviewed by: lsupeke

It was an entertaining intimate luau with crowd participation. We did the show and cocktail only option since we are not big eaters. It would have been nice to know they close the bar when the show starts so we were bamboozled on the drinks. Show was not very long but very good.

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Packages: Cocktail Show Package (Limited Availability)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/05/05
Activity Date: 2017/04/07

Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show

Wonderful Hawaiian Experience

Reviewed by: rachgabe

The Old Lahaina Luau was a wonderful addition to our Maui honeymoon itinerary. The evening encompassed many of the Hawaiian traditions we hoped to experience while visiting. The food was excellent and there were plenty of dishes to choose from. There were also a good amount of drink options. The entertainment was fantastic. There were so many small details that made the evening even more special. We also appreciated the banana bread we were gifted at the end of the night. We had it for a late night snack a couple of nights after the event and it still tasted yummy. The service from the staff was friendly. We parked in the overflow lot which was a convenient location from the luau. We recommend this luau.

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Packages: Table and Chair Seating
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Posted on: 2017/04/06
Activity Date: 2017/03/14

Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show

Old Lahaina Luau

Reviewed by: Juli Reyes

We had a wonderful time! The food was good, atmosphere perfect! The performance was better this time than the last time! We never tired of it!

  • Great time at Old Lahaina Luau

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Packages: Table and Chair Seating
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/03/25
Activity Date: 2017/02/27

Old Lahaina Luau - Maui's Most Authentic Hawaiian Luau Dinner & Show

Old Lahaina Luau

Reviewed by: Kim

Beautiful setting
Gifted performers
Friendly staff
Mediocre food
Could not see the stage from my seat - had to stand in back to get photos.

  • Performers

  • View from venue

  • The band

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Posted on: 2017/03/09
Activity Date: 2017/03/05

Myths of Maui Royal Lahaina Luau - Open Bar, Polynesian Dance & Fire Knife Show

Amazing Entertainment

Reviewed by: Shelly S.

Celebrating our 25th Anniversary in Maui and this excursion was an amazing time. The entertainment, food and atmosphere was great. It's amazing how the culture plays such an amazing part of the show. Definitely worth the money.

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Posted on: 2017/02/27
Activity Date: 2017/02/05

Expeditions Lanai Ferry Boat Ticket from Maui | Round-Trip & One-Way Rides

Schedule change

Reviewed by: Robert

I was allowed to make a time change on my return time to Maui. The process was smooth and employees were polite.

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Packages: Lahaina to Manele (Round-Trip)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2017/02/20
Activity Date: 2017/02/17

Trilogy Whale Watch Tour with Food & Drinks from Kaanapali & Maalaea [Dec-Apr]

Incredible!

Reviewed by: Makenna

Our whale watching cruise was incredible. The staff was so kind and very informative. The crew knew the answers to all of the questions that guests were asking about the whales and their lifestyles.

Our departure location changed due to weather and the staff made sure to contact us multiple ways to ensure that we were aware of the changes. Very helpful!

The only disappointment is that we weren't served cinnamon rolls, which had been advertised as the menu for the morning departure.

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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: 2017/02/18
Activity Date: 2017/02/01

Myths of Maui Royal Lahaina Luau - Open Bar, Polynesian Dance & Fire Knife Show

luau

Reviewed by: dee

was an amazing night !! great show, great food.. I have never seen anything like it

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Packages: VIP Seating Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/02/16
Activity Date: 2017/02/10

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  <12~4月/軽食&アルコール2杯付き/英語ガイド/カアナパリビーチ発>

The whole family was very satisfied! I want to go again! 親子で大満足!また行きたい!

Reviewed by: ニーノ

I went with my second-grade daughter and my partner. Initially, we were set to depart from Kaanapali Beach, but due to weather conditions, it changed to Lahaina Harbor. We received an email the day before, but since we were without Wi-Fi, we couldn't reply, and then we got a phone call. It cost about $17 by taxi from our hotel, Sheraton Maui, to Lahaina Harbor. Upon arriving at the harbor, there were several whale watching tour counters, and it took a little time to find the company, Trilogy. In the end, there wasn't a counter, but I noticed a Trilogy staff member standing there calling out "Trilogy?" and we were able to board safely. They mentioned to look for a small white lighthouse, but we weren't directly under it; we were nearby. When I asked at the counter close to the lighthouse, I received a heartbreaking response of "That's not it!" so be careful.

Now, regarding the whale watching itself, I initially sat at the back of the boat, but wanting to see the whales, I moved to the front. There were no seats, but I positioned myself right in the middle at the front to search for whales. Shortly after we set sail, we spotted a spout of water and some splashes that seemed to indicate a jump. The further we went offshore, the more we were able to see tails and jumps. We were thrilled to see whales swimming gracefully close to the boat and the impressive jumps! We were able to see many whales. After returning to the hotel, the tour guide mentioned that "this year, since El Niño has ended, there are a lot more whales," so the chances of seeing them have definitely increased compared to last year. During El Niño, fewer whales travel down to Hawaii from the Gulf of Mexico. Also, it seems that more whale jumps can be seen in the cooler morning and evening waters. We were on the afternoon tour, so we were worried, but fortunately, we were able to see many whales.

Onboard, they served drinks, including alcoholic beverages, ham sandwiches, cookies, and potato chips as light snacks. The crew didn't speak Japanese, but we had no issues and had a great time. I definitely want to visit Maui again in February and participate in the whale watching tour. By the way, I only took photos with my smartphone, so they were far from the impressive shots you see in guidebooks. Some people had DSLRs, but it might be risky since you never know when a splash might come. In the vast ocean, it's hard to know where the whales will appear, so it feels like a waste to look through the viewfinder while trying to spot them.

小2の娘と親子3人で利用しました。当初は、カアナパリビーチから出航でしたが、天候によりラハイナ港発に変わりました。前日にメール連絡ありましたが、wifi環境下におらず返信できずにいたら、電話連絡がありました。宿泊先のシェラトンマウイからラハイナ港まではタクシーで片道17ドル程度。港に着くといくつものホエールウォッチングツアー窓口があり、主催会社のトリロジーを探しあてるのに少々手間取りました。結果としては、窓口はなくトリロジーのお兄さんが立っていて「トリロジー?」と声をかけていたのに気づき無事乗船となりました。白い小さな灯台を目印にとのことでしたが、その真下にいるのではなく、近くにいました。灯台すぐ近くの窓口で聞いたときは、「違います!」との切ない回答だったので、注意が必要です。
さて、肝心のホエールウォッチングは、乗船時こそは後ろのほうで座っていましたが、やはりクジラが見たくてヨットの前方に移動し、椅子はなかったけどど真ん中の真ん前に陣取りクジラを探しました。出航からほどなく沖合に、潮を吹く姿を見つけたり、ジャンプの後らしき波しぶきを見つけたり。だんだん沖に進めば進むほど、しっぽを確認できたり、ジャンプも見られました。船のすぐ近くをクジラが悠々と泳いでいく姿や、迫力のジャンプに大興奮! 多くのクジラを見ることができました。ホテルに戻ってからツアーガイドさん曰く、「今年はエルニーニョが終わったのでクジラがとても多い」とのことで、去年より断然みられる確率が高まったとのことです。エルニーニョの間は、クジラがメキシコ湾にとどまりハワイまで南下するクジラが少ないのだとか。また、クジラのジャンプがより多くみられるのは、海水温の低い朝夕だそうです。私たちは、午後からのツアーだったので、心配していましたが、幸運にもたくさんのクジラを見られました。船上ではアルコールを含むドリンク、ハムサンド、クッキー、ポテトチップスなど軽食とドリンクが供されます。クルーの方々は、日本語は通じませんが、特に問題なくとても楽しめました。また、ぜひ2月のマウイに行き、ホエールウォッチングツアーに参加したいと思います。 ちなみに、写真はスマホ撮影のみでしたので、ガイドブックのような迫力あるショットとは程遠く・・・。一眼レフを持っていた方もいましたが、いつ波しぶきがかかるかも分からないのでリスキーかもしれませんね。広い海の中で、どこからクジラが姿を現すかわからないので、ファインダーをのぞきながらだと見つけにくいという点でももったいない気がします。

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Packages: カアナパリビーチ発プラン(2017年12月31日までのご参加)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2017/02/16
Activity Date: 2017/02/10

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  <12~4月/軽食&アルコール2杯付き/英語ガイド/カアナパリビーチ発>

I had a great time. 楽しめました。

Reviewed by: Applecrisp

I received a polite email from the VELTRA representative informing me that the departure point was changed to Lahaina the day before due to bad weather. At Lahaina Harbor, I had trouble finding parking and almost missed the meeting time, but I was advised about free parking on Front St and Prison St, and I was able to board safely! As others have mentioned, the crew was attentive, bringing drinks, fruit, and snacks to each person, allowing us to focus on enjoying whale watching. I thought the number of passengers was just right. It was exciting when everyone spotted a whale together. I was moved when a whale came close while we had the engine off. I recommend this experience as you can enjoy it regardless of the weather.

天候が良くなかったのか前日にラハイナ発に変更との連絡を丁寧なVELTRAの担当の方からのメールで頂きました。ラハイナ港ではパーキングがすぐ見つからず集合時間ギリギリになってしまい焦りましたが、Front StとPrison Stにある無料パーキングを教えてもらい無事乗船!他の方々が書かれている様にクルーの方達は1人1人に気遣って飲み物やフルーツ、軽食を運んで下さったので、クジラを見る事に集中して楽しむ事が出来ました。乗船人数も丁度いいサイズだと思いました。皆でクジラを見つけた時には盛り上がって楽しかったです。エンジンを止めている時に近くにクジラが来てくれて感動しました。天気に左右されず楽しめるのでおすすめです。

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Packages: カアナパリビーチ発プラン(2017年12月31日までのご参加)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2017/02/14
Activity Date: 2017/02/11

ホエールウォッチングクルーズ  <12~4月/軽食&アルコール2杯付き/英語ガイド/カアナパリビーチ発>

Recommended for Kaanapali guests. カアナパリ宿泊者にオススメ

Reviewed by: AKIKO御一行

The morning trip was fully booked, so I reserved the afternoon trip. I saw a lot of whales, but it didn't feel like we were very close to them. The meeting place is a grassy area along Kaanapali Beach with just the company's sign, which might be a bit hard to find. It's recommended for those staying in the Kaanapali area since you can walk there. You board the boat from the beach, but the waves can be quite strong, so you will get soaked; it's necessary to take precautions to keep your smartphone dry. On the boat, they served sandwiches and chips. Drinks, including Maui beer, cocktails, and soft drinks, were unlimited. The tour was in English, but there were no particular inconveniences. Both the captain and the staff were very kind. I brought along a senior with mobility issues, and all the staff helped with boarding and disembarking the boat, for which I am very grateful. However, I think it would be better for those with mobility issues to avoid this trip.

午前便は満員で乗れず午後便予約しました
クジラも沢山見れましたが凄く近くで見れるって感じではありませんでした。
集合場所はカアナパリビーチ沿いで会社の看板だけたっている芝生の広場です。少しわかりずらいかも。
カアナパリ地区に宿泊している方には歩いて行けるしオススメです。
船にはビーチから乗るのですが、波も結構あるので全身濡れます、スマホ等濡れないよう対策必要です。
船上ではサンドウィッチやポテチが出ました。
飲み物もマウイビールやカクテル、ソフトドリンクと飲み放題です。
英語でのツアーでしたが特に不便はありません。
船長スタッフともにとても親切でした。
足の悪いシニアを連れて行ったのですが船の乗り降りも全スタッフで手伝っていただきとても感謝しています。
ただ、足腰の悪い方は船の乗り降りが大変なのでやめた方がいいと思いますw

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Posted on: 2017/02/07
Activity Date: 2017/01/14
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