All Reviews for Toddler Friendly (Ages 2-4)

It was my first time going to Oahu n I was really excited to go on STAR OF HONOLULU n I absolutely loved it so much That I am already planning to come back again this year...

I was so excited to see whales and I wasn't disappointed! Guaranteed indeed.
We saw a few pod of whales and it was always entertaining to watch them swim by and see their blows. I actually saw one that threw its tail out of the water up close when I was heading to the restroom, but very quickly that no one noticed it I think. I just got lucky, haha!
It was a nice cruise, great customer service from the crew, delicious food, and gorgeous views of the Waikiki coastline and Diamond Head! There were fun activities on board too like lei making, ukulele lessons, and hula lessons. I really enjoyed the trip! I was with a group of friends but as a mom, I would definitely recommend this for families with young children as well, it's a great activity for all ages so anyone are welcome!

We participated as a couple in our 40s. We arrived at the port in no time while laughing at the guide's broken Japanese jokes on the bus ride there. When it was time to split into two boats, they asked for preferences between a Japanese-only boat and an international boat. Since it was a special occasion, we chose the international boat. That said, the woman who guided us was Japanese, so we felt reassured. The BBQ lunch was truly delicious, just as the reviews said! After the meal, the male guide entertained us with his beautiful singing while playing the guitar. There were some lucky people who encountered a sea turtle while snorkeling. We could only see it from the boat, but it was a very satisfying tour.

40代の夫婦で参加しました。行きのバスでのガイドさんの片言日本語ジョークに大笑いしながらあっという間に港に到着。二隻の船に分かれる際、日本人のみの船とインターナショナル船に希望を募ってくれました。私たちはせっかくだからとインターナショナル船へ。とは言え案内してくれた女性は日本人だったので安心でした。BBQランチは口コミ通り本当に美味しかった！！食後はバスでガイドをしてくれた男性がギター片手に美声を披露してくれました。シュノーケリング中にウミガメに遭遇することができたラッキーな人もいましたよ。私たちは船上からしか見えませんでしたが大満足のツアーでした。

It was truly a vacation!
I had an incredibly refreshing time.

The voice of the male bus guide for the shuttle was really great!
He had some funny commentary too.

まさにバケーション！
最高に爽快な時間が楽しめました。

送迎のバスガイド(男)の声が、メッチャえー声！
チョット笑えるトーク付きでした。

It was around my ankles during low tide. I was disappointed as I was hoping to see the sandy beach, but the sea was beautiful and a sea turtle appeared, just as I had hoped. The lunch was delicious.

引き潮でくるぶしの辺りでした。
砂浜が現れるのを期待していましたので残念でしたが、海は綺麗でウミガメも現れてくれて、期待どうりでした。
ランチが美味しかったです。

I decided on Captain Bruce after seeing various reviews. Although the weather was unfortunate, the guide and driver were pleasant, the pickup time was perfect, and the food was delicious and satisfying. ★
However, during the snorkeling explanation, there were many comments that raised concerns, which made even experienced snorkelers hesitant.
In reality, the difficulty level was very low, and the time spent was only about 20 minutes within sight.
I believe safety explanations are important since it involves life, but I chose this somewhat expensive tour expecting that kind of safety and service, so I was disappointed in that regard.
Next time, I will choose a different tour!

色々な口コミを見てこのキャプテンブルースに決めました。天気こそ残念でしたが、ガイドさんや運転手さんの感じも良く、お迎え時間もピッタリ、料理も美味しくて満足出来るものでした★
ただ、シュノーケルの説明の時に不安を掻き立てるような説明が多く、初心者はもちろん、経験者も見送りにしていたくらいです。
実際の難易度は非常に低く、目の届く範囲で時間も20分程度と短かったです。
命に関わることなので説明は大切だと思いますがそういった安全性やサービスも期待してこの少々割高なツアーを選んでいるのでそこが残念に思いました。
次回は別のツアーで‼︎

I booked a plan without pick-up. The check-in location listed on the voucher is the Paradise cruise office, but in reality, there is no such office, so you need to check in at the Stat of Honolulu reservation office.
The breakfast isn't particularly delicious, but I was able to enjoy warm dishes and coffee.
About two hours after departure, we spotted a whale just 20 meters from the boat! We were lucky to see it.
Since the boat is quite large, positioning is also important.

送迎無しのプランを予約。バウチャー記載のチェックイン場所はParadise cruise officeとありますが、実際にはそんなオフィスは無く、Stat of Honolulu reservation office にてチェックインを行うので注意が必要です。
朝食は大して美味しくありませんが、暖かい料理とコーヒーを楽しめました。
出発から2時間ほどすると、船から20メートル先にクジラが！！運良く見ることができました。
船はかなり大きい為、ポジショニングも大事になると思います。

I participated in this tour for the first time. The day was cloudy, it rained occasionally, and it was cold, so it took courage to get into the sea, but I managed to do it! Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandbar, but we did encounter sea turtles! I was satisfied because I joined the tour to see sea turtles. The staff were all very kind, which made me feel at ease. I would love to join this tour again someday.

初めてこのツアーに参加しました。当日は雲っていて雨もたまに降り、寒くて海に入るのは勇気がいりましたが、頑張って入りました♪残念ながらサンドバーは見れませんでしたが、海ガメには遭遇出来ました♪私は海ガメに会いたくて参加したので満足でした☆スタッフの方も皆さん優しい方ばかりで安心しました。またいつかこちらのツアーに参加したいです。

I participated in the morning session. Despite it being the rainy season, it was sunny, and I was able to see sea turtles while snorkeling. It was so much fun!! Also, the staff were very accommodating, and the lunch was delicious. Everything was fantastic!! I want to go again!!

午前の部に参加しました。
雨季にも関わらず晴れて、
シュノーケリングでは、ホヌもみれて
とても楽しかったです！！
また、スタッフの方達の対応も良くて
お昼ご飯も美味しかったし、
何もかも最高でした！！
また行きたいです！！

The scrambled eggs were a bit hard, I felt (^_^;)
But it was great to see the whales, and my family was happy!
The whales were amazing, and the scenery was incredibly beautiful; I was moved!

スクランブルエッグが少し硬かったかなーと言う感じでした(^_^;)
でも、クジラも観れて家族もよろこんでいたので良かったです！
クジラもですか、景色が凄くキレイで感動しました！

Overall the tour was well organised and professional. However due to low visibility from low cloud and rain, the helicopter part of the tour was cancelled and refunded. Since the hotel pick up was 6am, we had already flown to the big island before that decision was made, therefore the package became just an expensive day trip bus ride. We would have preferred to cancel the whole trip if we had known the helicopter portion was not gonig ahead, althought that is the decison of the pilots.
The bus tour and guide was very good and knowleldgeable and could not fault what we did experience.

This was a great trip to go on. The check-in went smooth and the staff were friendly. The ocean was rough but the boat was so stable that I did not even get sea sick. While we were not able to go snorkeling because of this, we saw a whale and lots of dolphins! The morning sunshine made for a beautiful backdrop to the Waianae coastline. Ocean Joy is environmentally friendly to the dolphins and we normally would get to snorkel- just not with the dolphins since it disturbs them.

Our photographer gave everyone a 50% discount on our normally $40 photo package and the photos turned out great! We appreciated the treatment of the crew and everyone had fun even though we did not snorkel. Drinks and lunch were served and everything was tasty. I had fun and look forward to going with this crew again someday. Thanks to Veltra for a smooth confirmation process. It could not have been easier to book a fun outing.

Had so much fun at this show and the good was great!

I took my mother who uses a wheelchair. The ship had elevators, and we enjoyed a leisurely breakfast while experiencing a graceful cruise. Of course, we were able to see whales multiple times, and I am very satisfied.

車椅子利用の母を連れていきました。船内にはエレベーターもあり、ゆったりと朝食をいただきながら優雅なクルーズを楽しめました。
もちろんクジラも複数回見ることができ、満足しています。

I went during the May holiday. I checked the tide chart in advance and aimed to book on the day with the lowest tide during my stay. While riding the boat from the harbor to the point, I could see the sandbars, but unfortunately, by the time we arrived, the tide had come in.

Still, we were blessed with good weather, and the white sand, combined with the blue sky, created a beautiful scenery. On the way to the point, we also saw many turtles.

It's important to choose a day and time with good conditions; otherwise, it will just be a shallow area. I recommend checking the tide chart in advance.

5月の連休に行きました。潮見表で事前に滞在期間の中でも最も潮の引いている日を狙って申し込みました。ハーバーからボートに乗り、ポイントに向かっているときには砂洲が見えていましたが、残念ながら到着したときには潮が被ってしまいました。
それでも天気に恵まれ白い砂が透けて青空と相まって美しい景色が広がりました。途中ポイントに向かう前に亀もたくさん見れました。
コンディションの良い日と時間を選んで行かないと、ただの浅瀬になってしまいますので事前に潮見表での確認をお勧めします。

It's the sea in January, and as mentioned in other experiences, it’s quite cold. I brought plenty of warm clothing, and that was the right choice. There were efforts to make the tour enjoyable, but the satisfaction really varies greatly depending on the conditions of the day. Personally, I found the Kayama Island tour in Ishigaki Island to have prettier corals and fish.

１月の海ですが、他の体験談にもある通り結構寒いです。
防寒着いっぱい用意してもっていきましたが正解でした。
ツアーを楽しませようという工夫はありましたが、やっぱり当日の
コンディションで満足度は大きく変わりますね。
個人的には石垣島のカヤマ島ツアーの方がサンゴも魚も綺麗でした。

This is my second time going to Oahu but was traveling with friends who have never gone. One was really interested in whale watching so we saw links for the Honi Olani Catamaran Sail and decided to try this one out. We're super glad we did because this was such a great tour!

The staff are extremely friendly and they provide such a great experience. The first time we went, we didn't see any whales but that may have been because of the strong waves and number of boats sailing around which might have scared them away.
Regardless of seeing whales, the cruise was awesome. It was really nice to be able to feel the sun on the catamaran and have a nice beverage while we enjoyed the weather. The tour was nice to give us a free voucher to ride again to see if we can spot whales the second time and we did! We ended up seeing a mother whale teaching her male calf how to breach!

I would definitely cruise again with this crew when I come back to Oahu. Mahalo for the great experience guys

I wanted to swim with dolphins, so I joined the tour. It felt more like watching while snorkeling rather than swimming together. I was very satisfied to encounter not only dolphins but also seals and whales.

イルカと泳ぎたくて、ツアーに参加しました。
一緒に泳ぐとゆうよりはシュノーケルをしながら、眺めるとゆう感じでした。
イルカ以外にもアザラシ、クジラに出会えて、大満足です。

We got to see several whales and got some great pictures of breaches and blows. I was skeptical but was very happily surprised and would do it again next time I'm in Hawaii!

I participated in the tour from the morning. As it's called the "Heavenly Sea," the water was beautiful and great for photos. However, since it was winter in Hawaii, the water was unfortunately cold. Also, snorkeling was included, but due to the continuous rain, the water was murky, and I couldn't see many fish.

朝からのツアーで参加しました。
天国の海とゆうだけあって、水は綺麗で写真映えしました。
ただハワイも冬だったので、水が冷たかったのが残念です。
またシュノーケルがついていましたが、連日の雨で水が濁っていて、魚などがあまり見えませんでした。

There was a mix-up, and our pickup time was delayed, but thank you for your consideration until the end! I apologize as I think it was also because we arrived just in time.

I believe there were both local staff and Japanese staff present, and everyone had wonderful hospitality, creating a pleasant atmosphere on board throughout.

The weather wasn't very good and it was a bit cold, so I would like to try again during a warmer season next time. ^_^

手違いがあり、ピックアップ時間が遅れたのですが最後までお気遣いいただきありがとうございました！
私たちが時間ギリギリに行ってしまったせいもあると思うので申し訳なかったです。

スタッフさんは現地の方日本人の方両方いらっしゃると思いますが、どの方もホスピタリティが素晴らしく船上は終始和やかな雰囲気でした。

お天気があまり良くなく少し寒かったので、次回は暖かい時期に再挑戦したいです^_^

The crew was very cheerful, and I never felt bored even when participating alone. I did suffer a bit from seasickness due to strong winds that threatened the event, but joining the tour was definitely the right choice. If you're participating in January, I strongly recommend bringing a thick windbreaker, as just renting a wetsuit for a fee won't be enough to prevent freezing on the boat after the first snorkeling session. Additionally, motion sickness medication is essential, especially for children.

クルー皆さんが非常に陽気で、ひとりで参加しても退屈することはありませんでした。開催が危ぶまれるほどの強風の影響で多少船酔いに苦しみましたが、ツアーに参加したことは正解でした。１月参加の場合は、有料のウェットスーツを借りたぐらいでは、１回目にシュノーケリングした後に船上で凍える羽目になるので、厚手のウインドブレーカー等を持参することを強くおすすめします。加えて酔い止めの薬は必須です。（特にお子様）

This was the first tour we took on our first trip to Hawaii in April of 2016. It was absolutely amazing. We had a good time on the Star of Honolulu except it was rather windy that day. Had a blast, regardless! There were several whale sightings but, not close enough to see them which was disappointing. The breakfast was fantastic. We spent time walking about the ship taking some wonderful photos. We would definitely book another cruise when we return again.

All family members were satisfied and it became a good memory. I think being able to choose three activities at this price offers great cost performance. The staff were also kind; they accommodated us by switching us to the same tour bus as our friends who had made a separate reservation, which was very nice.

This time, I chose the movie tour, jungle tour, and fish pond tour. Actually, I couldn't choose anything else. Among the four activities, the cruise was closed on Sundays.

I believe it would be beneficial for future participants if the breakdown of selectable activities were clearly stated in advance. The buggy and horseback riding fall under the experience category.

よい思い出になったと家族全員満足しました。3つ選べてこの価格はコストパフォーマンスがいいと思います。またスタッフのかたも親切で、別で予約した友人と一緒の園内ツアーバスに代えてくれたりなど、融通を聞かせてくれ、とても良かったです。
今回は映画ツアー、ジャングルツアー、フィッシュポンドツアーを選びました。というかそれ以外選べませんでした。4つあるアクティビティのうち、クルーズは日曜はお休みでした。
選べるアクティビティの内訳が事前に明記されていると次に参加される人にとって有益だと思います。
バギー、乗馬はエクスペリエンスというくくりです。

This was the first tour I took on my first trip to Hawaii. It was absolutely amazing.

It was January, winter, with low temperatures and strong winds, along with occasional rain. It was just cold. When it rained like a downpour, it was a hellish scene. Nothing was enjoyable. I wasted both time and money. I should have researched the timing and weather properly. I recommend making reservations on-site based on the weather.

However, I have set a goal to definitely seek revenge on my next trip to Hawaii.

時期が1月と言う冬で、気温が低めでかつ天気は強風&時々雨。
とにかく寒い。スコールみたいに降った時は地獄絵図でした。
何も楽しくなかったです。時間とお金を無駄に浪費しました。
時期と天気はしっかり調べるべきでした。
天気を判断して、現地で予約をオススメします。

しかし次回のハワイは絶対リベンジしようと目標は決めれました。

I saw the whales' spouts and backs, but I felt a bit of a gap compared to the image I had in mind. However, considering it was a morning cruise off Waikiki, I think it was still quite enjoyable.

クジラの潮吹きや背中は見えましたが、イメージしてるクジラの姿とは少しギャップを感じました。ただ、朝のワイキキ沖クルーズと思えば十分アリかなと思います。

The overall cruise was extremely disappointing because throughout the entire cruise we saw a single whale spout either 4 or 5 times as it exhaled and a brief cloud of mist was observable for about 2 seconds. Because the spouts were so brief, I only actually saw 2 of them. However, technically, we did see a whale and were not eligible for a free re-booking.
I don't blame Star of Honolulu for the lack of whales - they are wild animals! But, I did expect more from them and am disappointed that seeing mist from a whale for a total of less than 20 seconds in a multi-hour cruise at least 100 yards away is considered a whale sighting.
Other than the lack of seeing whales - which was the entire point of going on the cruise! - the cruise itself is actually pretty good. The employees were very friendly, the food was better than expected (bring your own coffee though), and the views of Oahu from the ocean are gorgeous.
The ship is a bit dated and worn around the edges, but it was clean and offered a lot of indoor and outdoor viewing options. Because there are 4 decks, I never felt like it was crowded even though there were a lot of people on board.

I wanted to participate in the program where you can swim with dolphins, but since I was pregnant, I joined this program that allows participation during pregnancy. There was a Japanese interpreter, although their Japanese was basic. Only one person gets to touch the dolphin a little. You can stroke its back and feed it (not everyone gets fish), and if you wish, you can touch its teeth a bit. You can definitely see them up close. However, since I went to Sea Life Park, I wonder if it would be better to change into a swimsuit and join a program where you can interact more? I can't say for sure since I haven't participated in that one.

They take one photo per adult. They don't take a photo of the whole family. Children can take as many photos as they want with an adult. In the end, I ended up buying two photos: one with me and the child, and one with my husband and the child (sales strategy? lol). One photo costs about $18.

I had my meal at the snack shop near the entrance. There were no Japanese menus, and the staff didn't speak Japanese. Besides the program, there are shows and aquarium-like attractions, but compared to Japanese aquariums, the quality is a bit lower.

In the end, since my child was happy, I consider it a success!

イルカと泳げるプログラムへ参加したかったのですが、妊娠していたため、妊娠中でも参加できるこちらのプログラムに参加。
片言ですが、日本語の通訳さんもいました。イルカに触れるのは１人ほんの少しです。背中辺りをなでなでして、エサあげて(全員に魚をくれるわけではないです)、希望であれば歯を触る程度。
間近で見られるのは確かですが。せっかくシーライフパークへ行くのであれば、水着に着替えて触れあえるプログラムのほうがいいのかなー？と思います。そちらは参加したことないので、なんとも言えませんが。

大人１人につき一枚写真を撮ってくれます。家族全員では撮ってくれません。子どもは、大人と一緒に何枚でもOK。結局、私と子供、主人と子供の二枚買ってしまいました(営業戦略？笑)一枚確か、18ドルぐらい。

食事は、入り口付近の売店で済ませました。日本語メニューなどもなく、店員さんも日本語は通じません。プログラム以外にも、ショーや水族館的なものはありますが、日本の水族館と比べると、クオリティは低めかな？

結果、子供が喜んでくれたのでヨシとします！

A pod of dolphins came by twice, and we could hear their calls. We also saw a whale's back and a sea turtle. It was amazing. The cheeseburger that the captain made was delicious too.

イルカの群れが2回も来てくれて、鳴き声も聴こえました。クジラの背中もウミガメも見れました。サイコーでした。船長さんが作ってくれたチーズバーガーも美味しかっです。