Reviewed by: Nero
I took the city bus to Aloha Tower Marketplace (the meeting place). Right next to Aloha Tower Marketplace, there is a boat docked, and the reception is right in front of it. The office opens at 8 AM, but since we arrived early, the reception wasn't open yet, which caused a bit of confusion. For those making their way to the meeting place on their own, I think using the boat next to Aloha Tower Marketplace as a landmark is a good idea.
As soon as we boarded the boat at 8 AM, there was a bit of time (about 45 minutes) before departure. We didn't eat, but you can have breakfast on board.
As for the whales, we were able to see them. When a whale is spotted, the staff will indicate the direction based on the time on the clock. You can see the direction they point to, or others will point as well, so we were able to see the whales multiple times.
However, whales dive quickly, and depending on the location, they can only be seen from a distance, so I recommend bringing a DSLR camera if you have one.
市バス(The Bus)を使って、アロハタワーマーケットプレイス(集合場所)まで行きました。
アロハタワーマーケットプレイスのすぐ横に船が止まっており、その目の前が受付になります。
8時から事務所が開くのですが、私たちは早めに着いていたので、受付が開いておらず少し迷いました。
集合場所まで自力で行く方は、アロハタワーマーケットプレイスすぐ横の船を目印にしたらいいと思います。
8時にすぐに船に乗り込むと、出航までは少し時間(45分ぐらい)があります。私たちは食べませんでしたが、船内で朝食をとることもできます。
肝心のぐじらですが、見ることができました。クジラが見えるとスタッフの方が時計の時間で方向を教えてくれます。その方向を見るか、他の方が一斉に指をさすので何度もくじらを見ることができました。
但し、くじらはすぐに潜ってしまうのと、場所によっては遠くからしか見えないので、一眼レフカメラを持っている方は、持っていくことをお勧めします。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/09 |
Reviewed by: yuu
Cruising the night sea while drinking Mai Tais with everyone!
I was very satisfied to see the night view of Waikiki and the fireworks from Hilton!
I think the stars are beautiful on clear days!
The day I participated was a bit cloudy, but even so, the stars were beautifully visible through the gaps in the clouds.
However, the boat was quite rocky, and I got a little seasick.
I think those who are prone to motion sickness should take some medication.
みんなでマイタイを飲みながら夜の海をクルージング!
ワイキキの夜景とヒルトンの花火を見ることができ、大満足でした!
天気の良い日は星も綺麗だと思います!
私が参加した日は少し曇りでしたが、
それでも雲の隙間から星が綺麗に見えました。
しかし、船の揺れが強く少し船酔いしてしまいました。
酔いやすい方は酔い止めを飲まれた方がいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 【金曜日】花火鑑賞セーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/02 |
Reviewed by: 爺さん
On February 7, 2018, I went on the long-awaited Whole Watching tour with my wife aboard the Majestic. The weather was nice that day, and the voyage was smooth with little rocking. We encountered whales about ten times, which made us very satisfied.
Since we were staying in Ko Olina, we joined the tour at the meeting point, but it was difficult to find Pier 6. We finally arrived after asking a local near Aloha Tower for directions. I think it would be helpful if a map of how to get there was posted on the website. - A 70-year-old man
2018/02/07妻とマジョスティク号で待望のWhole Wachingに出かけました。当日は天気も良く揺れもすくない航海で、鯨も10回程遭遇し満足しました。
コオリナに滞在していた為、現地集合で参加しましたが、ピアー6が判り難く、アロハタワー付近で現地の方に聞いてやっとたどり着きました。ホームページに行き方地図を掲載された方がいいと思います。70歳男性
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/06 |
Reviewed by: mikibuu
I found a shop that everyone in the family could enjoy. There weren't any Japanese staff, but that was okay. The cheerful staff provided a great sense of reassurance. I was quite nervous as a mother, wondering if my 6-year-old son would really be able to do it. My youngest son, however, went up high without any hesitation, smiling all the way with his father! And he came back down smiling too. I was just so grateful and impressed by my son's courage and the safe, reassuring staff. By the way, I also gave it a try, but I was screaming and ended up being laughed at by my daughter.
家族全員が出来るところを探して、見つけたショップ。
日本人スタッフさんはませんでしたが、大丈夫。安心感たっぷりの愉快なスタッフさん。
6才の息子が本当にいけるのかと母親の私はビクビクしていました。
最年少の息子は父親と一緒になんの迷いもなくニコニコしながら、あっという間に空高く!そして、ニコニコして戻ってきた。
ただただ、息子の度胸と安心安全なスタッフさんに感謝感激しました。
ちなみに、私もやりましたが、ギャーギャー言っていて、娘に笑われながらやり終えました。
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| Packages: | 高さ90メートル |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/25 |
Reviewed by: Sean
The shuttle to Diamond Head is perfectly priced and provides a great morning excursion. Diamond Head is a must see when visiting Oahu, so this inexpensive excursion fit the bill.
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| Packages: | Diamond Head Crater Trail Hike |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/10 |
Reviewed by: Chanaki
The captain told us, and we were able to see the whale's tail perfectly! There was no rocking, and the wind felt really nice.
船長さんが教えてくれて、クジラのしっぽをバッチリ見ることができました!揺れもなくて、風がとても気持ち良かったです。
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| Packages: | 【2023年12月31日まで】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/10 |
Reviewed by: かおり
I was really worried about whether I would actually see anything, but I was glad that there were plenty of opportunities to see a lot! The operation was smooth, and the explanations on the boat were clear and varied, which made it very enjoyable!
本当に見られるか不安でしたが、実際たくさん見れるチャンスがあり良かったです!オペーレーションもスムーズで、船の上でも分かりやすく色々な説明をして下さりとても楽しめました!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/10 |
Reviewed by: 蘭ちゃん
Unfortunately, I couldn't see any whales. The wind was strong, and it was chilly being outside for a long time. Since I couldn't see any whales, they offered a re-boarding ticket at the end, but I had to decline as I didn't have the time to board again. The meal was average. The ship was nice, and there weren't too many people, so that was a positive aspect.
残念ながらクジラを見ることはできませんでした。
風も強く、ずっと外に出ていると肌寒かったです。
クジラを見ることができなかったので再乗船券を最後に発行してくれますが、日程的に乗船する余裕がなく断念。
食事は普通でした。
キレイな船で、人もそんなに多くなかったので、その点はよかったです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Vincent M
The crew on this sunset sail was so fun an energetic. Boat was beautiful and was definitely a must do!
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| Packages: | Now Available! Sunset Cocktail Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/09 |
Reviewed by: あかささ
We participated as a newlywed couple who are not afraid of heights, but 150 meters was scary! The actual time spent up there was about five minutes, but it felt like enough for us. However, it became a great memory, and on the way back, we happily talked about how scary it was multiple times.
There were five groups on the boat, and everyone except one group chose the 150-meter option. For the optional photo shoot, you need to mention it before flying, so I think it's a good idea to request it just in case. After getting off the boat, we were shown a few photos at the reception and asked if we wanted to buy them. It felt okay to decline at that moment. Everyone who had their photos taken ended up buying them, while the couple who forgot to have theirs taken looked disappointed.
The photo data was on an SD card. Not only was parasailing fun, but the boat ride itself was also very enjoyable. The parasailing takes place quite far from the shore. On the way back, the boat sped up and made turns, which felt really nice. Additionally, when we were getting off, I noticed that others were preparing a $10 tip, so I gave one as well.
高所恐怖症ではない新婚夫婦で参加しましたが、150mは怖かったです!実際に上がっている時間は5分ほどでしたが、もうお腹いっぱいなかんじでした。でも、それが良い思い出で、帰り道何度も「怖かったねー」と楽しく話しました。
5組で船に乗り、1組以外は全員150mを選んでいました。
オプションの写真撮影は、飛ぶ前に言わないと撮ってもらえないので、とりあえず頼んでみるといいと思います。船から降りたあと、受付で写真を数枚見せてもらい、買うか聞かれます。その時に断ってもいい雰囲気でした。撮ってもらった人は皆買っており、撮ってもらうのを忘れたご夫婦は残念そうにしていました。
写真のデータはSDカードでした。
パラセーリング だけでなく、船に乗ること自体とても楽しかったです。パラセーリングは陸から結構離れたところで行います。帰りは船を猛スピードで飛ばし、途中カーブさせたりしてくれて、とても気持ちよかったです。
あと、降りる時に他の方々がチップ10ドルを用意していたので、私も渡しました。
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル<送迎設定保存用> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Amber
Breakfast is good and we saw probably 5-8 whales!! Highly recommend during whale season
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| Packages: | 2-hour Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/09 |
Reviewed by: aaa-tan
I was unable to participate on the scheduled day due to a flight delay, which made me anxious, but I received a quick response to my inquiry email and was able to join on the final day! I received one-on-one instruction and was able to stand up even as a beginner, which was a lot of fun! I also purchased photos for $50. It's a wonderful keepsake!
飛行機遅延で予定してた日に参加できず、焦りましたが問い合わせメールに迅速に対応していただき、無事最終日に参加できました!
マンツーマンで教えて頂き初心者でも立てることができ、とても楽しかったです!
50ドルで写真も購入致しました。
とてもいい記念です!
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| Packages: | サーフィン【グループレッスン】 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Kyo
I saw whales. There were mostly large whales with spouts and tails, and I saw a pod of 2 to 3 whales about 4 to 5 times. I couldn't see the baby whales with the naked eye, but it was still a valuable experience.
With lunch included, I felt full both in my stomach and heart.
クジラ見えました。潮吹きと尾びれ大きなクジラばかりでしたが、2~3頭の群れのクジラを4~5回、赤ちゃんクジラは肉眼では見えませんでしたが。とでも貴重な体験をしました。
ランチ付きでお腹も心もいっぱいになりました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/08 |
Reviewed by: ふゆみ
I was looking forward to seeing whales, but in the end, I only saw a little bit of a tail far away towards the end of the cruise. The tour company might consider that a success, but I wonder if that's really enough to say we saw whales... Honestly, I was disappointed.
クジラを見るのを楽しみに行きましたが、結局、クルーズ終盤に遠くに少しだけテールが見えたのみ。催行会社としては、あれでも見れた、となるのでしょうが、あれで見れたとするのばいかがなものかと、、、。正直がっかりでした。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We are very sorry that you were not able to fully enjoy whale watching this time.
Please do come again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は十分に鯨の観測をお楽しみ頂けなかった事、大変残念に思います。
是非またお越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/07 |
Reviewed by: 石直暖雄
I participated at the beginning of February. I had heard that it would be cold on the sea, but although there was some wind, it wasn't that cold. The boat rocked a bit, but it wasn't enough to make me feel seasick, and my mother, who is in her 80s, was very happy. The crew also asked about drinks and made the experience enjoyable. I would like to participate again.
2月始めに参加しました。海の上は、寒いと聞いていましたが、風はありましたが、それほど寒くなかった。船も揺れましたが、酔うほどではなく、80台の母もたいへん喜んでくれました。
乗員の方も、飲み物などを聞いてくれて、楽しく乗れました。
また、参加したいです。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/02 |
Reviewed by: fy_kari
The number of passengers is about 40 to 50, mostly foreigners. When we boarded, there were only three groups of Japanese, including us.
All explanations and announcements after boarding are in English, but even for someone like me who struggles with English, I could somewhat grasp the atmosphere and understood that they were explaining the ship's features and safety instructions with a bit of humor.
After departure, we had about two hours of free time to enjoy meals and drinks, take in the scenery, and take photos. Initially, many people focused on getting food and ordering drinks, but after a while, the atmosphere on the ship settled down. The staff came around to take drink orders, took photos, and later brought around desserts. As we approached the time for fireworks, the staff provided guidance (all in English), and everyone moved to the deck to enjoy the fireworks from prime spots.
After the fireworks ended, we returned to the dock, marking the end of the dinner sailing.
As noted in the guidelines, "the dress code is casual," which made me wonder how casual it really was. I think wearing a T-shirt, shorts, and sandals is perfectly fine. As mentioned in other people's experiences, you need to take off your shoes before boarding. In reality, you remove your shoes on land and place them in a large basket, then walk a little on asphalt to board the ship. Most people took off their socks when removing their shoes, so I recommend wearing sandals from the start. Also, since shoes are placed directly in the basket without bags, if you're concerned, it might be best to avoid expensive or brand-name shoes.
Regarding the food, it was a buffet as listed on the menu. The ship swayed quite a bit, so I couldn't eat a full meal and ended up just having light snacks. For drinks, each person received two alcohol tickets, but honestly, it felt like you could drink as much as you wanted (though this might have only been the case on the day we participated).
Depending on the weather, the ship can sway quite a lot due to being on the sea. If you're worried at all, I recommend taking motion sickness medication. I tend to get motion sickness easily, so I took medication before boarding. To avoid seasickness, I kept my meal light, opted for soft drinks, and thanks to the medication, I was able to enjoy the entire experience without feeling sick.
Overall, true to the tour's name, I was able to enjoy the sunset and fireworks while feeling the pleasant breeze on the sea, creating wonderful memories. The staff were friendly and very nice. However, considering the atmosphere on the ship and the variety of food, I think the price is quite high. Honestly, I found myself justifying the cost with reasons like "it's a family trip" or "we're in Hawaii," trying to convince myself that the price was reasonable.
乗船人数はだいたい40~50名程度でほとんどが外国人の方です。私たちが乗船したときは、私たちを含め日本人は3組でした。
乗船後の説明・案内等は全て英語ですが、英語が苦手な私でもなんとなく雰囲気で船内の説明や注意事項を冗談交じりで説明しているんだなぁということがわかりました。
出発後は、食事やドリンクを受け取り食事をしたり、景色を眺めたり、写真を撮ったり、2時間くらい自由な時間を過ごす感じです。最初は食事を取りに行く方やドリンクを注文しに行く方が集中しますが、少し時間が経つと船内の中が落ち着き、スタッフの方がドリンクの注文を聞いてまわってくれたり、写真を撮ってくれたり、後半にはデザートを持ってまわってくれました。出発から2時間くらいが経って花火の時間が近づくとスタッフの方が案内をしてくれ(全て英語です)、全員デッキへ移動して特等席で花火を見ることが出来ます。
花火終了後は乗り場まで戻り、ディナーセーリング終了という流れです。
ご注意・ご案内の欄にも記載ある通り、“ドレスコードはカジュアルです”となっているため、どの程度のカジュアルなのかとても悩みましたが、Tシャツ・短パン・サンダル等のラフな格好で問題ないと思います。他の方々の体験談にも記載のとおり、船内は靴を脱いで乗船となります。実際は、船を乗る前に、陸のところで靴を脱ぎ大きなカゴみたいなところに靴を入れて、船のところまでアスファルトの上を少し歩き、乗船します。靴下等を履いている場合は、靴を脱ぐ際に一緒に靴下を脱いでいる方がほとんどでしたので、最初からサンダルで行くことをお勧めします。また、靴は袋等に入れることなくカゴの中にそのまま入れるため、もし気になる方がいれば高級な靴やブランド靴は控えたほうが良いかと思います。
料理については、メニューに記載されている内容のビュッフェでした。船が大変揺れますので、私はしっかり食事を取ることはできず、おつまみのような軽食を食べるのみになってしまいました。
ドリンクについては、アルコールチケット1人2枚までもらえますが、正直あまり関係なく何杯でも飲めるような感じでした。(私たちが参加した日だけかもしれませんが)
天候にもよると思いますが、海の上のため、船はかなり揺れます。少しでも心配な方は酔い止め薬を飲むことをお勧めします。私は乗り物酔いをしやすいため、乗船前に薬を飲んでから参加しました。船酔いだけは避けたかったため、食事も軽めに済ませ、ドリンクもソフトドリンクにし、薬を飲んだかいもあり(?)、船酔いすることなく最後まで楽しめました。
全体を通して、ツアー名通り、海の上で心地よい風を感じながらサンセットと花火鑑賞を楽しむことができ、良い思い出となりました。スタッフの方々は気さくでとても良い方ばかりです。
ただ、それにしても船内の感じや料理の種類等からすると値段が高すぎるかと思います。“家族旅行だから”“せっかくハワイまで行ったから”等の理由を無理やりつけて、この値段で納得するようにしているのが正直なところです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン(2017年12月31日までのご予約) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/12 |
Reviewed by: ☆☆☆
There were relatively many foreigners, and the atmosphere was very nice. At first, I thought it looked more like a raft than the ship I had imagined, but the music and scenery were amazing. The system for getting drinks was self-service, but I was able to drink to my satisfaction. The captain found the dolphins and took us close to see a large group of them. The sunset was also incredibly beautiful, and I was moved. I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii.
比較的外人さんが多く、とても雰囲気も良かったです。初めは、想像していた船とは違ってイカダ?みたいだなぁと思いましたが音楽も景色も最高でした。お酒も自分で取りに行く制度でしたが、満足のいくほど飲めました。また、船長さんがイルカの場所を見つけて近づいて行ってくださり大群が見れました。夕日もとても綺麗に見えて感動しました。またハワイに行ったらぜひ参加したいです。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/16 |
Reviewed by: ☆☆☆
The instructor was a local and made a great effort to speak Japanese, which was very easy to understand. Last year's experience was so much fun, and I had the opportunity to surf again this year in Hawaii, which was just as enjoyable. The land training ended quickly, and the instructor helped me stop the board on the water, which was great for practicing standing up. I even saw a rainbow while riding the waves.
先生は、現地の方ですが頑張って日本語を話してくださりとてもわかりやすかったです。去年の体験がすごく楽しく、今年のハワイでもサーフィンの体験をさせていただきましたがとにかく楽しかったです。陸トレはすぐに終わり、水上で先生がボードをとめてくださり、立つ練習をしたのがとても良かったです。波に乗りながら虹も見えました。
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| Packages: | サーフィン【グループレッスン】 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/19 |
Reviewed by: このみ
I was able to see colorful fish, sea turtles, and sharks! I was moved to see the beautiful ocean. As I leaned forward and gazed out the window, I was occasionally surprised by small fish darting right in front of the window, which made for a fun experience.
カラフルな魚や、ウミガメ、サメを見ることができました!キレイな海を見ることができて感動でした。身を乗り出して窓の外を見つめていると、たまに小さな魚が窓のすぐ近く(目の前)をちょこちょこと横切って驚かされたり、楽しい体験でした。
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| Packages: | スタンダード・サブマリン<定員48名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/17 |
Reviewed by: はるる
There were many comments saying that there were hardly any Japanese people, but when I participated, there were a few groups. I was the only one attending alone, so it felt lonely. The Japanese couple nearby seemed to speak English and looked like they were having a great time with the foreigners, which made me envious. The sunset from the boat was incredibly beautiful and became a great memory on the last day! But I think I don't want to go alone next time, haha.
日本人がほとんどいないというコメントが多かったんですが、私が参加した時は何組かいました。
1人参加が私だけでしたのでやっぱり寂しかったです。近くにいた日本人夫婦は英語が話せたようで外国の方たちとすごく楽しそうでうらやましかったです。
船からのサンセットはすごく綺麗で最終日にいい思い出になりました!
けど次は1人は嫌だと思いました笑
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/21 |
Reviewed by: トツ君
Unfortunately, I couldn't see any whales, but I enjoyed the beautiful scenery during the cruise! I would like to try again next time!
残念ながらクジラを見ることは出来ませんでしたが、景色の良いクルージングをした事は良かったです!次回また、挑戦したいと思っています!
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to enjoy whale watching this time. Please do come back and try again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は鯨の観測をお楽しみいただけなく大変残念に思います。
是非またチャレンジしにいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/21 |
Reviewed by: ハワイっ子
After reading the experiences, most of them mentioned that it wasn't scary, so I chose the 120-meter height. It was quite high, and as someone with a fear of heights, I kept looking far away. If you look far away, it's not scary, but occasionally, when a strong wind blows, the parachute moves differently than expected, which startled me.
The photos cost $30, but since you can't take good pictures with your smartphone, I recommend purchasing them. I split the cost with a friend. You can buy them with a card or cash.
体験談を読んだら、怖くないという体験談が大半だったので、高さ120mを選んだのですが、結構高さがあり、高所恐怖症の私はずっと遠くを見ていました。遠くを見ていれば怖くないのですが、時折強い風が吹くと、パラシュートが想定と違う動きをするので、ドキッとしました。
写真は30ドルしますが、スマホではちゃんと撮れないので、購入をお勧めします。私は友人と割勘しました。カードまたは現金で購入可能です。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定】早朝割引プラン/高さ120メートル |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/17 |
Reviewed by: 雪見だいふく
It was tough getting up early, but the ship was luxurious and there was an explanation in Japanese, which was great. However, I suffered from severe seasickness. My friend, who didn't get seasick, said they only saw the whale's tail. The staff were very accommodating, and the person in the hall showed us a video of the whale when it appeared on their phone! This time, I chose not to have breakfast, but the food looked delicious, and I was able to add it for $13 per person.
朝早くからで大変でしたが、船が豪華で日本語での説明もあり、よかったです。ただ、船酔いが酷かったです。船酔いしなかった友人はクジラのしっぽだけは見れたと言ってました。スタッフさんの対応が良く、ホールの方のケータイでクジラが現れた時の動画を見せていただきました!今回、朝食なしを選択したのですが、周りの人が食べているのが美味しそうで1人13ドルで追加できました。
Thank you very much for participating in our cruise.
We also appreciate your addition of meals.
It seems that you couldn't fully enjoy whale watching this time due to seasickness, so please do come back and give it another try.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
お食事まで追加して頂き、誠に有難うございました。
今回は船酔いで十分に鯨の観測をお楽しみいただく事ができなかった様ですので、
是非またチャレンジしにいらして下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/31 |
Reviewed by: のぶひろ
We started with a photo shoot, then boarding, followed by a buffet-style meal, and finally, we set sail. Within about an hour and a half, we encountered multiple whales. However, it seems that seeing whales breach is quite rare. Even so, just being able to see their dorsal fins and flippers up close was exciting! If you let your excitement take over and talk to the international guests, it can lead to great cultural exchanges! I did feel a bit seasick, but overall, I was very satisfied.
写真撮影→乗船→食事(ビュッフェスタイル)→出港の順でスタート。1時間半程度で複数回、クジラに出会えました。ただ、クジラが跳ねるような仕草は滅多に見れないそうです。それでも近くで背びれとヒレを見ることができるだけでテンション上がります!テンションに任せて外国の皆様に話しかけると良い異文化交流にも!船酔いしちゃって辛かったですが、それでも満足度高かったです。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/06 |
Reviewed by: なみにのれたよ
Thank you very much! I had a great time! Although I can't speak English at all, there were no issues with the lesson.
ありがとうございました!とっても楽しかったです\(^-^)/英語は全く話せませんが、レッスンに問題なかったです。
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| Packages: | グループレッスン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/03 |
Reviewed by: ぱちっと
You can easily ride it since it uses a large board. It might be a bit lacking for those who are not beginners. The waves are gentle and it's a place where you can touch the bottom, so you can practice with peace of mind. By the way, it was a one-on-one lesson.
特大ボードを使うので誰でも簡単に乗れます。
初心者以外には物足りないかも。
波も穏やかで足がつく場所なので、安心して練習できます。
因みにマンツーマン講義でした。
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| Packages: | プライベートレッスン(5歳以上) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/29 |
Reviewed by: snj808
I didn't understand Japanese, so I just went with the flow. There was nothing mentioned at the time of booking, but one of the instructors was taking photos and tried to sell the data (SD card) for $30, almost forcefully. I paid for it thinking it would be a nice keepsake, but after returning home and checking the data, I found that many of the photos were out of focus. I think $30 is a rip-off for this. I believe it's much better to take selfies with a GoPro, so if you're recommended to buy it, I suggest you don't.
The parasailing itself was fantastic, with great weather. I recommend going to a height of 150 meters.
日本語が通じないので流れに任せて、、という感じでした。
予約時に何も記載がなかったがインストラクターの一人が写真を撮影していてそのデータ(SDカード)を30ドルで半ば強制的に?売りつけてきました。記念にと思い支払いましたが帰国後にデータを確認するもピントボケしているものが多くこれで30ドルはぼったくりかと思います。ゴープロで自撮りしてる方がよっぽどいいかと思うので、もし購入をすすめられたら買わない方がいいです。
パラセーリング自体は天気も良く最高でした。
高さは150mがおススメです。
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| Packages: | 高さ150メートル ※送迎設定保存用 |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/28 |
Reviewed by: ネコ好き
We were able to see whales several times! So, I am satisfied.
However, on this day, the waves were quite rough, and about half of the passengers on board were vomiting due to seasickness, which was quite a scene. Fortunately, my family all took motion sickness medication before boarding, so we managed to avoid getting sick, but the rocking was enough to make anyone anxious, even with the medication.
While it's understandable since we are dealing with nature, during the two and a half hours of the trip, those who got sick were not able to enjoy the whales at all. It was noted that the Majestic is less prone to rocking, but depending on the weather, it can still be quite bumpy. Therefore, I strongly recommend taking motion sickness medication before going.
数回クジラ見えました!ですので満足です。
しかしこの日はかなり揺れが凄く、乗船した方の約半数の方々が船酔いで嘔吐されており大変な様子でした。
幸いにもうちの家族は全員乗船前に酔い止めを服用していた為、酔わずに済みましたが服用していても不安になるほどの揺れでした。
自然が相手ですので仕方ないとはいえ、乗船時間2時間半の間、酔われた方々はクジラどころではない様子でした。
マジェスティック号は揺れにくいと記載されていましたが、天候によってはかなり揺れます。
ですので、しっかりと酔い止めを服用されていくことをお勧めします。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/02/01 |
Reviewed by: ばやし
This was my second time participating, and it was just as great as before. There was music playing on the boat, creating a wonderful atmosphere. Plus, there was an all-you-can-drink option. I highly recommend it. By the way, this is the same boat that the members were on in the final episodes of the Hawaii season of Terrace House.
2度目の参加でしたが、相変わらずよかったです。船では音楽も流れていて、とても雰囲気がいいです。更にはお酒も飲み放題。
とてもおすすめです。
ちなみにテラハのハワイ編終盤で、メンバーが乗ってたやつです。
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| Packages: | サンセットセーリング |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/11 |
Reviewed by: つばき
Parasailing itself was fun and a valuable experience! However, it was disappointing to encounter issues with the reservation time and transportation. (We might have just been unlucky...)
[What was disappointing] The shuttle did not arrive at the scheduled time, and we were left waiting. In frustration, we called the local desk of the travel agency we were using for assistance, and they informed us that "the operator had made a mistake with the reservation time." The time we had booked and nearby times were not available, resulting in us being rescheduled for a session two hours later, wasting our morning. We might have just been unlucky, but I wanted to leave this information for future travelers.
[What was good] Parasailing was a lot of fun! The staff was very encouraging. I wore a swimsuit and did a water splash, but my upper body didn't get wet. So, I think waterproofing clothing isn't that necessary. (Please make sure to put your phone in a waterproof case when taking pictures!) Your feet will get wet, so you should bring a large towel!
パラセーリング 自体は楽しく、貴重な体験でした!が、予約時間や送迎などのトラブルに巻き込まれてしまった事が残念です。(私たちがたまたま巻き込まれたのかもしれませんが…。)
【残念だったこと】予約した時間になっても送迎の車が来ず、待ちぼうけをくらいました。困って、利用していた旅行会社の現地デスクに電話をして仲介をしてもらったところ「業者側が予約時間を間違えていた」とのこと。私たちが予約をした時間や近い時間はNGで、結果2時間後の回に回されて午前中が無駄になってしまいました。私たちがたまたま巻き込まれただけかもしれませんが、今後利用される方々への情報程度に書き残しておきます。
【よかったこと】パラセーリング はとても楽しかったです!スタッフのお兄さんも盛り上げてくれます。水着を着ていき、水ジャポンをしたのですが、上半身は濡れませんでした。なので衣類で防水対策はそこまで必要ないかと思います。(※携帯で撮影する場合は必ず防水ケースに入れてください!※) 足は濡れるので大きいタオルは持くべきです!
Thank you for enjoying parasailing.
However, we sincerely apologize for the inconvenience caused by a scheduling error from the local operator, which resulted in no pickup at the time stated on your voucher, leaving you to wait with uncertainty.
Although you were able to participate at a different time, we again apologize for the unexpected circumstances that caused a gap in your valuable time in Hawaii.
We have received a report that the person responsible for the scheduling error on that day has been given a strict warning.
To prevent similar inconveniences in the future, we take your valuable feedback seriously and will work with the local operator to further improve our services.
Thank you for your understanding.
VELTRA Customer Support Team
パラセーリングをお楽しみいただき、ありがとうございます。
しかしながら、現地催行会社の手配ミスにより、バウチャーに記載されている時間になっても迎えが来ず、不安なお気持ちの中、お待ちいただくことになり誠に申し訳ございません。
また、別の時間帯にてご参加いただくことができたものの、貴重なハワイ滞在時間中にも関わらず、予期せぬ事情によりお時間が空いてしまいましたこと、重ねてお詫び申し上げます。
現地催行会社から、当日手配ミスを行った担当者には厳重注意を行ったとの報告を受けております。
今後同様のご迷惑をおかけしないためにも、いただいた貴重なご意見を真摯に受け止め、現地催行会社と共に、さらなるサービス向上に努めてまいります。
何卒よろしくお願いします。
VELTRAカスタマーサポートチーム
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| Packages: | 高さ110メートル※送迎設定保存用 |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2018/02/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/01/26 |
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Thank you very much for participating in our cruise. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to observe whales multiple times. Please do come again. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにご参加頂き、誠に有難うございました。
何度も鯨をご観測いただけたとの事、大変嬉しく思います。
是非また、お越し下さい。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル