Reviewed by: Darshan Patel
I really enjoyed this cruise with my wife. We went on an afternoon cruise and had burgers for lunch. It was a different experience having lunch on a cruise after snorkeling. The staff was very nice and friendly and made sure we enjoyed and had fun. If we go back to Hawaii, then will definitely take this cruise again.
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/21 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We first headed to Haleakala. There was a pleasant stop along the way for drinks and snacks. The views were spectacular and there was ample time to see the sites without being rushed. Judy, our tour director and driver, offered interesting facts and other information but appeared to be very bored and tired of the tour routine. She repeated the blurb about taking nothing but pictures about a gazillion times. Maybe it was just an off day for her. We headed to a very nice town for lunch. This was a pricey place, but the food was excellent and the service good. After lunch we headed to Iao and the rainforest inside. It was beautiful and once again we had ample time to see the sights without being rushed. At Iao we were switched to a different van that met us there and headed back home. All in all, a very pleasant day!
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/20 |
Reviewed by: Stephanie
Our tour guide was very informative and fun to talk to. We saw some great views and had a fun time on the helicopter ride. The best wat to see Hana!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/12 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Had a great time!
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/05 |
Reviewed by: 松井
The Japanese staff provides explanations, so it's reassuring. Near the coast of Molokini Island, the former volcanic crater is deep, yet the water is highly transparent. There are many fish and corals, and with a float, even beginners won't sink, allowing you to just dip your face in and see underwater clearly. At the turtle point, I could see sea turtles right below me, and from the boat, I was able to spot turtles popping their heads out of the water.
日本人スタッフがいて説明をしてくれるので安心。
モロキニ島の海岸近くは、元火山の火口で深い、それなのに透明度の高いこと。魚も沢山、サンゴも沢山、浮きを付ければ初心者でも沈まないので顔を漬けるだけで水中が手の取るように。
ウミガメポイントではウミガメが真下に、船からは顔を出したウミガメを見ることが出来た。
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/02 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
It was a nice trip to molokini, the water there was so clear compare to other snorkeling spots. Although the wave there was turning larger at the end and we did not see too much fish. The staff was very helpful and experienced in helping people in the water.
Another destination was turtle town and we did enjoyed our fantastic turtle-experiences.
I would definetely recommend people to go there, but possibly earlier time (We took off around 8am).
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| Posted on: | 2012/06/01 |
Reviewed by: akiko
I went to the beach during Golden Week, but it seems there was a low-pressure system, so we weren't blessed with sunshine...
Without the sunlight, the water temperature was low and very cold, and it didn't feel like we were in Hawaii, which was really disappointing.
We did see a sea turtle, but the water clarity was low, so it felt like just a silhouette. There were also people snorkeling who were chasing the sea turtle, so it might have been murky...
When we arrived, there were only two Japanese couples, so it was just the right amount of people without being crowded.
GWに行って海に入りましたが、低気圧が居た?らしく太陽には恵まれなかった…
日差しがない分、水温も低くとても寒かったし、ハワイに来た感じはしなくて、めっちゃ残念でした。
ウミガメには会えましたが、水の透明度が低くてシルエットだけって感じでした。
スヌーバしている人もウミガメを追いかけていたので、濁っている感じだったのかも…
私たちが来たときは日本人はカップルの二人で計四人でがやがせずちょうどよかったです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/17 |
Reviewed by: brian
The cruise started off with a simple but nice breakfast and coffee. The staff is great and very friendly. The boat is also very large and roomy. Things went downhill when halfway to molokini it was announced the wind was to high and we were going to a second location. We got to this location about an hour into the cruise and went out snorkeling. I hate to say it, but it was DISSAPOINTING. We had better snorkeling at the beach outside our hotel. We stayed in this location for several hours, but after about 1 hour we had seen everything. We got back on the boat and they had a great lunch, tons of food. Then we just sat around for 2 hours waiting for all the children on the boat to finish up. On a side note, it seemed like the kids all enjoyed it. Personally, for this amount of money, it would be nice if they mentioned they dont always go to Molokin and offered some kind of rebate. Additionally, they need a better location to go as a backup plan. Obvioulsy our trip was differen
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/17 |
Reviewed by: Lynette
Was a good show, all the dancers were very good. I so enjoyed the food. The pork was amazing..... Met some nice people for different places and had a great time. A little pricey i thought, but if you have never been, it was a good experience.
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/11 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Last September, my family of three participated in the tour. There was a Japanese guide on the boat that departed from Maalaea Bay, which made us feel at ease. The water around Molokini Island was incredibly clear, and we were able to see a variety of colorful fish, making us lose track of time. It was also great that during snorkeling, we could enter the water and get back on the boat at our own pace.
Although it was September, the sea temperature was lower than expected, so we rented wetsuits on the boat.
昨年9月に、家族3人で参加させていただきました。マアラエア湾より出航した船中にも、日本人ガイドさんがいて安心して参加できました。モロキニ島の水は驚くほど透明で、色とりどりの魚を見ることが出来、時間を忘れてしまいます。またシュノーケルの時は、自分のペースで海に入ったり船に上がったりすることが出来たのが良かったです。
*)9月でしたが海水温は思ったより低く、船内でウエットスーツをレンタルしました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/08 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Molokini Island, known for its snorkeling visibility, was a place I had always wanted to visit.
On the day of my visit, the wind was a bit strong and the waves were rough, but the visibility was outstanding! I also experienced snuba! As someone who struggles with equalizing my ears, I was satisfied, but my friend who has a diving license seemed a bit underwhelmed. This activity might be more suitable for beginners since it's easier than experience diving.
From the boat, I was able to see a sea turtle swimming by. Along the way, I was lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins.
The water temperature during Golden Week is quite cold. For those who are sensitive to the cold, a wetsuit is essential! The crew, including the Japanese staff, were cheerful and kind, which made me feel at ease.
シュノーケルの透明度で知られるモロキニ島は、一度行きたかった場所。
当日は、やや風が強く波も荒かったが、それでも透明度は抜群!!
スヌーバーも体験! 耳抜きの苦手な私は満足できたが、ダイビングライセンスを持つ友人は、少し物足りなかった様子。こちらは、体験ダイビングより簡単なので、初心者向きなのかもしれない。
船の上から、泳いできたウミガメを観ることができた。途中、イルカの群れにも遭遇でき、ラッキーだったと思う。
GWの水温はかなり冷たい。寒がりな日本人には、ウェットが必須!!
クルーも、日本人スタッフも明るく優しいので、安心でした。
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/06 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
I've done Piiholo Ranch Zipline before, so I wanted to try something different for our Maui trip this time. The course was awesome, and we were really high up on the tree. We just zipped from a tree to a tree, so we didn't hike too much like the other tour.
The guide was awesome, and we played a game the whole time we were on the tour, and the winner got a free T-shirt. Be ready to scream. I highly recommend this tour!
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| Posted on: | 2012/05/03 |
Reviewed by: Ross & Brenda
We took advantage of the opportunity to try snuba. Jamie was great! He helped us feel comfortable very quickly so that we could enjoy ourselves. He was a perfect tour guide under the water, pointing out unique bits of corral and things living within the corral, dusting things off as we went.
The Captain worked hard to help us find unique and interesting things to see as we sailed - made for great pictures and gave us a better understanding of the wildlife and the environment they live in.
The crew on board were fantastic hosts! So helpful and cheerful! They all worked really hard to make sure we were safe and happy and well fed...all with a smile! We really appreciated all of their efforts to make us welcome!
Mahalo! Mahalo! Mahalo!
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| Posted on: | 2012/04/20 |
Reviewed by: Kristy & Tim
We had an amazing time with our guide Finch with South Pacific Kayak!! We got to witness so many amazing, beautiful things! Whales breaching out of the ocean, Dolphines dancing 10 feet in front of us and the beautiful, colorful fish and turtles that inhabbit the ocean. Such an amazing time!! We wanted to go back the next day!! This was our first time Kayaking, it was amazing.
Thank you for an amazing adventure!!
Kristy and Tim
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Kulmala/Jacquot
We just took this trip last week and had a great time. This was our first time snorkeling and the staff was so helpful in getting our gear ready and giving us pointers on what to do to make the most of our snorkeling adventure. We did see whales, dolphins and sea turtles!! The lunch was great! I would definitely make this a stop for us again in the future.
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/20 |
Reviewed by: Soccer Mom
Our day started with a guided tour around the Maui Dragon Fruit Farm. The tour started with our guide sharing their story about the farm and how Dragon fruit helps your health.... very interesting! The farm is really big and has other crops than Dragon Fruit.
Aqua Ball was a BLAST!! My kids and I had such an incredible time jumping into the ball (which contains water so remember to bring your swim suit) and rolled down the course. Super Fun!!
Next up was the zipline! It was great zipping across the farm but I only wish the lines were higher and longer so it would be more thrilling! However, it was perfect since I was traveling with my 7 year old daughter.
OVERALL, This tour was educational, unique and FUN!! I will definitely suggest this tour to all of my friends who visit Maui!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/09 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
The snorkeling was great with clear waters and lots of fish, and we even saw sea turtles up close. We spotted whales too, the hamburgers were delicious, and the snooba was good. But the best part was definitely the boat ride back. The wind was strong and we got soaked from the splashes, but it felt like riding a roller coaster at an amusement park, and it was so much fun. I want to go again next time.
シュノーケルは海はきれいで魚がたくさん、海亀も一杯近くで見れました。鯨も見れたし、ハンバーガーはおいしいし、スヌーバも良かった。けどなんといっても一番良かったのは帰りの船。風が強く波しぶきでビショビショになりましたがほとんど遊園地のコースターに乗ってる感覚で凄く楽しめました。
また次回も行きたいです。
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/07 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
We saw lots of dolphins, 5 turtles, and many whales swimming around our boat!!! Best trip ever!!! We def will do it again!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/03/05 |
Reviewed by: Maggie Mae
We were really looking forward to going to Pearl Harbor, I booked a Tour as I felt that would be the best for us as we were staying in Maui. Well by the time we picked everyone up and then got to Pearl Harbor we realized another group on the tour had to be at the airport at 4:00 so it was not a lot of time. I felt to much time was spent on the Bowfin (which we really did not care to much about) and not enough time for the rest of Pearl Harbor. We only had a few minutes really on the MO and not enough time to see Hanger 79 and other things on the Island. For what we paid to do this tour it really was a big disappointment. Wish we would have just flown over and did the tour ourselves. But our guide whom we called Auntie Em was excellent!!!
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/18 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
Before departing for my trip, I decided to participate based on the information that there are so many whales around Maui at this time of year that it's called "whale soup." Since I was staying at a hotel in Ka'anapali, it was very convenient that the whale watching tour was the only one departing from Ka'anapali, while most others were from Lahaina. I was able to see many whale backs and tails, but it was a bit disappointing that I only saw their heads and full jumps once. However, it was a fun two hours as I shared the joy of spotting whales with the staff and other guests. Motion sickness medication is a must.
旅行出発前に、今の時期マウイ島周辺の海は、クジラスープと呼ばれるほどたくさんのクジラがいるらしい・・・という情報から参加を決めました。カアナパリのホテルに滞在していた為、ラハイナ発のホエールウォッチングが多い中、唯一カアナパリ発だったのでとても便利でした。たくさんのクジラ達の背中や尾は見えましたが、頭やジャンプをして全体の姿を現してくれたのは1回だけだったので少し残念でした。でもスタッフの方や他のお客さんと共に、クジラを見つけた時に歓声をあげて喜びを共有できて楽しい2時間でした。酔い止めは必須です。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/09 |
Reviewed by: wiki wiki wahine
It was my first time snorkeling. The sudden experience in the deep sea was quite a challenge. It was a bit disappointing that the water was cold and there weren't many fish, but I encountered turtles and whales, and I thoroughly enjoyed the attentive service from the staff and the delicious meals.
初めてのスノーケリングでした。いきなりの深海での体験は凄く度胸がいりました。水が冷たくてあまり魚がいなかったのは残念ですが、亀にも鯨にも遭遇し、スタッフのきめ細かな対応や食事の美味しさで、充分堪能しました。
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| Posted on: | 2012/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Kelly
Our family of 4 enjoyed this trip so much! We had a bit of trouble finding the boat (not the marina) due to construction and limited parking, but once we walked on board, it was fun and relaxing. The people are terrific and you can tell they love their jobs being on that boat-very friendly and entertaining. Breakfast muffins, bagels, fruit and coffee were available as the boat took us out to Molokini (about 30 mins.) and an enormous whale leaped right in front of the boat! There were many more to be seen that day but it want an exciting start. Molokini was not overrated! Underwater Discovery Channel complete with tons of colorful fish, strange anemones and even a purple jelly fish. It was so beautiful against the wall of the crater. I swam back to the boat quickly to buy the $25, reusable underwater camera because it was so magical. The pix came out great! My 7 year old was nervous at first b/c she'd never snorkled, but the crew worked with her 1-on-1, made her laugh, gave her a noodle
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/16 |
Reviewed by: Mrs. Montague
My husband and I recently went on the afternoon snorkeling cruise on the Four Winds and it was fantastic! The price was spot on and we felt it was the best value for our money of any activity we did. The cruise was very safe and very fun too. We went during January and we got the added perk of seeing the humpback whales. It was such a great added bonus that we didn't have to take a whale watching cruise in addition. The crew was so friendly and embraced the laid back Hawaiian attitude. The Captain was very knowledgeable about the whales and gave us lots of information while we were watching them. The wet suit add on (for $5) was also a good thing to get as it helped me not to be quite so cold in the water. The optional lunch for $7 was also a decent quality as you could choose from chicken, burgers, hot dogs, or bar-b-que as well as chips. The complementary sodas, beer and wine were also pretty nice. They also had a hose with a shower nozzle on board so you could rinse off af
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/11 |
Reviewed by: Ray & Gerry of Central NY
An enjoyable boat ride, sit back and enjoy the scenery, maybe you'll see a humpback whale. If it's rough you might want Dramamine, I don't see any cautionary statements like that; but we've seen people get sea sick on other boats. The day we crossed it was calm and we had a nice passage. Staff was friendly and professional.
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was the second Luau of our trip. We scheduled this as our new years eve activity. This was aperformance by a professional dance group. Each song and dance was an good "act". But just that. I did not get the feeling of the culture and the sense of enjoyment that I recieved from the first Luau I attended.
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/02 |
Reviewed by: From Australia
Unfortunately it was raining on the night we went, were handed plastic poncho's at the door to an outdoor cement courtyard and facing away from the beach. This was disappointing compared to others I had read about. We paid extra for preferred seating, which was probably better than sitting up the back. Our table service was not good and agree with other reviews the Mai Tai's were awful, had to go to the bar to ask for wine instead. Still all in all it was what a Laua is all about, the dancers were great, had a good laugh at them doing the NZ Huka. Would still recommend.
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| Posted on: | 2012/01/01 |
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
This was my son's first snuba experience and he loved it. He's 9 and didn't have any trouble. The guide, Jamie, was awesome.
The crew, especially Captain John, was also great. We even spotted some whale during the excursion.
I'd recommend it to anyone.
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/14 |
Reviewed by: yuji
I participated alone this time, but there were two pairs of women as well. Additionally, there were two Japanese guides, which made me feel secure while enjoying snorkeling and snuba.
As for seasickness, I took some motion sickness medication just before departure, but I didn't feel sick and was able to enjoy myself. Regarding the water temperature, it can be quite cold during this season, so I recommend renting a wetsuit. I wore a swimsuit underneath and put on a wetsuit over it, but I still started to feel cold, so it was a race against time.
I was able to see two sea turtles up close, which was very enjoyable. There were also many fish swimming around, and some people even saw a manta ray. The breakfast and lunch on the boat were delicious, and I was satisfied with the tour since I could enjoy beer and Mai Tai on the way back.
Snuba is an optional activity, and for some reason, only the five of us Japanese signed up for it. It was quite fun as you can dive down about 3 meters, so I recommend it. Thank you very much to the two female guides!
私は今回一人での参加だったのですが、他に女性のペアが二組いらっしゃいました。また、日本人ガイドの方も二人いらっしゃったので安心してシュノーケリングとスヌーバを楽しむことができました。
船酔いについては念のため酔い止めを出発するあたりで飲んでおきましたが、酔うことはなく楽しむことができました。次に水温ですが、この時期はけっこう冷たいのでボディースーツ?をレンタルすることをおすすめします。私は水着上下を着ていて、その上にボディースーツを着用しましたが、それでもだんだんと身体が冷えてきたので時間との戦いです。
ウミガメは二匹を間近で見ることができてとても楽しかったです。魚もたくさん泳いでいましたし、マンタを見れた方もいたそうです。船上での朝食とランチも美味しくいただきましたし、帰りはビールやMAI−TAIを飲めたので満足できるツアーでした。
スヌーバはオプションで、申し込んだのはどういうわけか私達日本人5名だけでした。3mくらい下まで潜れるのでけっこう楽しかったですしおすすめですよ。
お二人の女性ガイドの方、大変ありがとうございました!
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/11 |
Reviewed by: 栃木県の永遠のハネムナー
On the day of the event, due to strong winds, we couldn't go to Molokini Island and were taken to a different spot. I felt reassured that the staff spoke Japanese from the hotel pickup. I thought it might be cold, but after borrowing a wetsuit, we were ready to go! The staff member, Takako, was very helpful, especially since most of us were beginners. At the second spot, we encountered sea turtles, which was very satisfying. The water temperature was not as low as I expected, and I had a wonderful time swimming with many fish. Although the activities depend on the weather, we were taken to two spots, and we had plenty of time at each, so it really felt like we swam a lot. I had a blister on my foot from traveling, so I couldn't wear fins, but the staff provided precise instructions about safety, which I greatly appreciated. I had snorkeling experience in Australia before, but thanks to Takako, I had a really enjoyable time this time. Looking back, I wish I had borrowed a camera; it would have been nice to have more information on how to take pictures during the camera rental explanation. I was worried about dropping it, so I didn't borrow one, but now I regret not doing so. The big cookies and the hamburgers cooked on the boat were delicious, and I would love to experience this again. Thank you!
11/27当日は、強風で結局モロキニ島には行けず違うスポットへ案内してもらいました。ホテルのピックアップから日本語の通じるスタッフの方で安心でした。寒いかなと思いましたが、ウエットスーツを借り、いざ! スタッフのTAKAKOさん、ほぼ初心者ぞろいだったと思うのですが、いろいろ細かく教えて下さりありがとうございました。二番目のスポットではウミガメとも遭遇でき、大満足。思ったより水温も低くなく、たくさんのお魚たちとランデブーいたしました。その日の天候に左右されるアクティビティーですが、二か所のスポットへ連れて行って頂き、各々の時間も充分だったので、「泳いだー」って感じでした。旅行中足にできた靴ずれで足ひれがつけられなかったのですが、足ひれがないと流されるからと的確な指示を下さり、安全に留意頂き大変お世話になりました。以前オーストラリアでシュノーケリングの経験がありましたが、今回のTAKAKOさんのおかげで、とっても楽しく過ごせました。あとになってみると、カメラを借りておけばよかったなと思いました、カメラのレンタルの説明の時に撮り方(きっと簡単なんでしょうけれど)とか、どんな写真が撮れるかとかもう少し教えてもらえたらよかったかな、借りて落っことしちゃったら困るかななんて考えて借りませんでしたが、やっぱり借りとけばよかったなと後悔しきり。おっきなクッキーや船上で焼いてくれたハンバーガーも美味しかったです、また体験したいです、ありがとう!
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| Posted on: | 2011/12/10 |
Reviewed by: Bob Bosso
We have been on three or four other snorkel trips in Hawaii and this is by the far the best. The ship is in excellent condition, and the skipper and crew were friendly and knowledgeable. They made it a wonderful time for all on board! They even stopped during their regular trip to show us spinner dolphins (twice) and an early season whale.
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| Posted on: | 2011/11/16 |
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