All Reviews for Kid Friendly (Ages 5-7)

This is my third time participating, and I had a great time! The guide was very lively, and it felt relaxed right away. I want to participate again!

今回で参加するのは3度目ですが、とても楽しめました！ガイドさんのノリもよく、すぐになごました。
また参加したいです！

Since it was a living creature, it depended on luck, but from a distance, I was able to see the spouting and the tail multiple times. I saw the body jump once and the tail slap once, which drew cheers from those on board.

I had heard that there were no explanations in Japanese, but this time there was a Japanese staff member on the boat who provided a simple explanation in Japanese following the English commentary. I was quite torn between this plan and another boat's plan, but I think choosing the Navatek was definitely the right decision. This boat seems to maneuver well, and it turns the bow towards the direction where the whales are spotted, allowing everyone on the deck at the front to see the same moment almost simultaneously.

Also, the sunlit surface of the sea was quite dazzling, so I thought it was essential to position ourselves with the sun behind us to see the whales.

Another boat was nearby, and it actually seemed closer to the whales, but given the direction of the sun, I think it would have been quite blinding. I believe it would have been challenging to keep focusing in that direction. Additionally, in a situation where we had to rush to the deck side to see the whales, it seemed difficult for all family members to witness the same sight. So, even though it was a bit pricey, I really felt it was worth it to choose the Navatek. However, I thought the pickup fee was a bit high. Since it wasn't far from Waikiki, I think it would have been fine to take a taxi if we had participated with multiple people.

生き物相手なので運しだいということでしたが、遠目ですが潮吹きや尻尾は何度も見れたし
体のジャンプが1回、尻尾を打ち付けるのが1回見られて船内から歓声があがっていました。

口コミで日本語での説明がないということでしたが、今回は日本人のスタッフが同船していて
英語の解説に続き日本語でも簡単な説明をしてくれていました。
もう一つの船のプランとかなり迷ったのですが、ナバテック号にして大正解だと思いました。
こちらの船は小回りが利くらしく、くじらが見えた方向に船首を向けてくれるので
デッキのある前方で目をこらしている客は全員ほぼ同じ瞬間を見られます。
また日のあたる海面はかなりまぶしいので、太陽を後ろにした位置どりをしてくれるのも
クジラを見る必須条件だと思いました。

もう一つの船も近くにいて、実際にはそちらの船の方がクジラから近かったように見えましたが
太陽の向きだったのでかなりまぶしかったんじゃないかと思います。
そちらの方向に目をこらし続けるのは大変だったと思います。
またクジラが見えるデッキ側へ急いで移動しなくてはならない状況では
同行した家族全員が同じ光景を見るのは難しかったように思いましたので
少し高かったけれどナバテック号にして本当によかったと思います。
ただ送迎料金が少し高いかなと思います。
ワイキキから距離は全然なかったので、複数人での参加だったら
タクシーで行っても問題なかったかなと思います。

It was great to see the locations used in the show and see how they made some of the scenes work.

The friendly pick-up service was very convenient. Although the time went by in a flash, it became a wonderful memory. We entered the sea once during the descent, but it was just a little, so there were no problems at all. Waikiki from the sky was even more beautiful.

Both of us guys were extremely satisfied.

親切な送迎もあり、非常に便利でした。
あっという間の時間でしたが、良い思い出になりました。
降下中に海に一度入りますが、多少ですので何も問題ありませんでした。
上空からのワイキキは一段と綺麗でした。

男二人でも大満足です。

This excursions was excellent. We did the hike and the bike ride. I wish the waterfall actually had some water falling down but that was beyond the control of the guides. The bike ride was amazing and the lunch view was breath taking.

We had a wonder time on the Star of Honolulu. The food was delicious. The entertainment was very good. The view on top of the ship for the Friday fireworks was awesome.

I visit every time I come to Hawaii, and I love it because I can enjoy the thrilling attractions each time. It's fun for the whole family, so I definitely encourage everyone to participate in this attraction.

The lockers are available for a fee; you insert money into the machine in front of the lockers and enter your PIN twice to automatically receive a locker number. You can access your locker as many times as you want by entering the PIN. I really encourage everyone to join in!

ハワイに来る度に訪れますが、毎回絶叫アトラクションを楽しめるので大好きです。　家族みんなで楽しめるので是非とも皆さんも、このアトラクションには参加をしてください。
ロッカーは、有料制になり、ロッカー前の機械にお金を入れて暗証番号を2度入力すると自動でロッカー番号が割り振れらます。　暗証番号を入れると何度でも出し入れ出来ます。　ぜひぜひ皆さん参加してください！

When we went, the wind was strong and it was really cold (laughs), but we got to see sea turtles and the sandbar was beautiful, so we had a great time! I bought a waterproof camera for snorkeling, but the visibility was lower than I expected, so I couldn't take nice photos (´･ω･`). Even with just a morning plan, we enjoyed it a lot!

私達が行ったときは、風が強くめちゃくちゃ寒かったですが（笑）ウミガメも見れたし、サンドバーも綺麗だったし楽しかったです！
シュノーケルは、防水カメラを買って挑んだものの予想より透明度が低く、綺麗な写真は撮れませんでした(´･ω･`) 午前のみのプランでも全然楽しめました！

The weather wasn't great, but overall it was just okay. If you want to go snorkeling, it's much better to go to Hanauma Bay on your own; you'll see a lot more fish and can swim at your own pace. The BBQ was just an over-the-top hamburger meal. The staff was friendly, though.

天気に恵まれなかったのもありますが、全体的に微妙。
シュノーケリングをしたいのならハナウマ・ベイに自分で行ったほうが全然魚も見れるし、自分のペースで泳げます。
BBQっていうのもoverなハンバーガー食です。
スタッフは好感持てました。

I went snorkeling to see sea turtles, but there were too many people, so I couldn't move forward very well, and before I knew it, it was time to return to the boat. What a shame.

うみがめを見るためにスノーケルだったのですが、人が多すぎたため、なかなか前に進むことができず、気づいたころにはボートに戻る時間でした。
残念。

It was great. We had endless crab and the show was perfect. It was my girlfriends first time to Hawaii so I had to make it special and this was it.

I was able to see about 10 whales! It was amazing!
Since they weren't that close, I wish I had brought binoculars.
The ocean and sky were beautiful, and I could see Diamond Head clearly.
I opted for the lunch option, but I wanted to see the whales and stayed on the deck the whole time, plus I had a bit of seasickness, so I couldn't eat at all. Personally, I think it was fine not to have lunch included.
I had a great time!

10頭くらい見れました！感動！
そんなに近くはないので、双眼鏡を持っていけばよかったです。
海も空もきれいでダイヤモンドヘッドもきれいに見えました☆
ランチ付きにしましたがクジラを見たくてずっとデッキにいたのと、軽い船酔いで全く食べられなかったので個人的にはランチ付けなくてよかったです(^^;;
楽しかったです♪

I participated thinking there would be activities enjoyable for small children. We were able to see whales and turtles! The crew and all the other participants were from English-speaking countries, but we had no trouble enjoying ourselves.

小さい子供連れでも楽しめるアクティビティをと思って参加しました。
クジラもカメも見られました！
クルーも他の参加者もすべて英語圏の方々でしたが、支障なく楽しめました。

During my last trip to Hawaii, I saw this pool from the highway and wanted to visit, so I participated this time. When I arrived, it seemed a bit run-down. The locker fee is $13, which is on the higher side. I think meals were around $12.13, so that's pretty average. There is a small children's pool, so families might enjoy it.

前回ハワイに行った際に、高速道路からこちらのプールが見えて行きたいと思っており、今回参加しました。
到着してみるとなんだか寂れているような、、
ロッカー使用量は13＄と高めです。
食事は12.13＄程度だったと思うので普通ですかね。
小さい子供用プールがあるので家族連れは楽しいかもしれません。

I participated in the early morning plan with a friend. The guide was a local Japanese woman who was lively and fun. However, the water was cold, and I was surprised as soon as I got in. The sandbar was about knee-deep at its shallowest point. The sea had a beautiful gradient of blue! When I got out of the water, I was shivering from the cold (laughs), although my friend and the others around didn't seem to be as affected. On the boat, the foreign male staff and the female guide took photos and were very considerate, which made me happy. The light snack was something like a ham and cheese sandwich. It was cold, so I wished I could have something warm, but it couldn't be helped. Next time, I want to go during a warmer season at low tide!

友人と2人で早朝プランに参加しました。
ガイドさんは現地の日本人の女性でノリが良く楽しかったです。
ただ水は冷たかったです。入った瞬間びっくりでした。サンドバーは一番浅いところで膝下くらいだったと思います。海はキレイな青のグラデーションでした！
海から上がったら私は寒すぎて震えていました（笑）友人や周りの方はそこまでではなさそうでしたが…。
船の中では外人の男性スタッフや女性ガイドさんが写真を撮ってくれたり色々気遣ってくれて嬉しかったです。
軽食はハムチーズサンドのようなものでした。寒かったので温かいものが食べたかったですが仕方がないですね。
今度は暖かい時期で干潮の時に行きたいです！

I went there for the sandbar. It was very beautiful and about knee-deep. I had plenty of time and was able to enjoy it slowly. I was able to see turtles in the distance. Snorkeling was fun, but it was cold. It was helpful to have warm drinks available.

サンドバー目当てで行きました。
とてもキレイでした。膝くらいの高さでした。
時間も十分にあり、ゆっくり楽しめました。
カメも遠くの方でみることができました。
シュノーケルも楽しかったですが、寒かったです。
暖かい飲み物もあり助かりました。

This tour was conducted in English, so there were mostly Westerners.
I could see the spouting in the distance, and although I couldn't capture it in photos, I did catch a glimpse of the head and tail quite close for a moment.
I lowered my rating a bit because I couldn't take photos, but that's not the fault of the tour.
The staff were also very considerate when my daughter felt unwell.

このいツアーは英語のツアーでしたので西洋人がほとんどでした。
遠くに潮吹きが見えたり、写真には残せませんでしたが、
結構近くに一瞬頭やしっぽが見えたりしました。
写真が残せなかったので少し評価をさげましたが、これはツアーの精ではないです。
スタッフも、娘が気分が悪くなった時などは、色々と気を使ってくれました。

The sandbar was deeper than I expected, but the color of the ocean was beautiful, allowing me to fully enjoy the essence of Hawaii. The guide took some photos, and they turned out great, making for wonderful memories. There weren't many fish while snorkeling, but I had a lot of fun being in the water. I don't think individuals would be able to reach the deeper parts of the ocean by boat, so I recommend making good use of the tour.

サンドバーは思っていたより水の深さがありましたが、海の色はとても綺麗で、ハワイらしさを満喫することができました。
ガイドの方が写真を撮ってくださりそれが最高の写り具合で、とても良い思い出になりました。
シュノーケリングはあまり魚がいなかったですが、海に入れたことが楽しかったです。
個人だと船で海の中までくることはないと思うので、ツアーをうまく活用することをおすすめします。

I was hoping to see whales up close, but it felt like I was viewing them from a distance. I was able to see the spouts and tails several times, but I couldn't see the body or size of the whales; they were too far away to see clearly, which was different from what I expected. However, the view from the boat and the comfort inside the ship made it enjoyable, so I had a good time overall. (*^-^*)

近くでくじらを見れるのかなぁと思ってましたが遠くに見る感じでした。何回も潮吹きやしっぽは見れましたがくじらの胴体や大きさは見れず、、遠すぎてあまりよく見えず、思っていたのとは違いました。でも船の上からの景色や船の中も快適でクル－ズしたと思えば楽しかったです(*^-^*)

Our first trip to Hawaii for our honeymoon was filled with excitement, and the highlight of our days was definitely this tour. We saw dolphins, sea turtles, and brightly colored fish while snorkeling. We also spotted seals and whales from the boat. It truly felt like a dream. The pineapple and hamburgers we shared were incredibly delicious, making us smile.

Although we were told we could interact with dolphins, I can swim but have never snorkeled before, and I'm a bit clumsy. My husband isn't great at swimming either. Even when everyone else was seeing dolphins, we thought it would be a win if we could just recognize a dolphin shape for a moment. When we ventured further out and reached the middle of the ocean (I heard it was over 30 meters deep), I was filled with anxiety, but the cheerful and energetic staff encouraged me, and I surprisingly jumped into the water first. Underwater, I was overwhelmed by how close and how many dolphins there were, and while I was squealing, I accidentally inhaled water through my nose and my goggles fell off. There were quite a few mishaps, but as I followed the advice to stay close to the staff if I was scared, I really got to see many dolphins and enjoyed myself safely.

There are times when you might not see dolphins, but the staff really works hard, exchanging information with other boats to find them. We also tried our best to look for them, laughing along the way. Since it's nature, whether or not you see dolphins is a matter of luck, but the thrill of searching for dolphins together, the time spent playing with fish like you would see in an aquarium, kayaking, and stand-up paddleboarding, and the hula dance will surely become wonderful memories.

Looking at the underwater photos of the dolphins taken by the photographer continues to bring me joy even after returning home. We promised each other that even if we can't find the time on our next trip to Hawaii, we will enroll in Dolphin University again. Thank you for such a fun time!

新婚旅行で行く初めてのハワイ。ワクワクドキドキの毎日のハイライトが、まさにこのツアーでした。シュノーケリングですぐそこに見たイルカ、ウミガメ、鮮やかな色の魚たち。船上から見たアザラシとクジラ。本当に夢のような時間でした。みんなで食べたパイナップルやハンバーガーもとても美味しく感じて思わず笑ってしまいます。
イルカとふれあえるということでしたが、私は泳げるけどシュノーケリングはしたことがないしドンくさいタイプ、夫も水泳が得意ではありません。みんながイルカを見られても、私たちは一瞬イルカの形を認識できたら上等だぐらいに思っていました。沖の方にどんどん進んでいって海のど真ん中にたどり着いたときには（水深30メートル以上あると聞きました）、不安しかなかったですが、明るく元気なスタッフさんに励まされまさかの1番に海に飛び込みました。海の中では、予想を遥かに超えるイルカとの近さと数に圧倒され、キャーキャー言っているあいだに鼻から水を思いっきり吸ったり、ゴーグルが落ちてきたり、まぁいろいろありましたが…「怖かったらスタッフさんの近くにいるといい」と言われた通りにしていると、本当にイルカにたくさん会えたし安心して楽しめました。
イルカになかなか会えないときもあるそうですが、スタッフさんは他の船とも情報交換して本当に一生懸命探してくれます。私たちも一応、一生懸命探します笑
自然相手なのでイルカと会えるかどうかは運次第と思うしかないですが、みんなでドキドキしながらイルカを探す一体感、水族館で見るような魚やカヤック、スタンドアップパドルボードで遊ぶ時間、フラダンスは素敵な思い出になると思います。

カメラマンさんに撮ってもらった水中のイルカの写真を見て、帰国後も癒されています。次ハワイに来て時間がなかなかとれなくても、イルカ大学だけはまた入学しようねと約束しています。本当に楽しい時間をありがとうございました。

I was able to make a last-minute reservation the night before. Although I was a little late, the driver who came to pick me up at the hotel was kind, cheerful, and a really great person. It was a beautiful day, perfect for parasailing. We took a boat just a little offshore from right next to Waikiki Beach and quickly got started with the parasailing. We were up in the air for about 10 minutes; I thought it might be scary, but there wasn't much swaying, and I enjoyed the view of Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach! I was told that the photo service was $30, which felt a bit expensive, so I think it would be better to bring a waterproof case for my phone to take pictures while up in the air. Also, there was a lot of cash for tips on the boat, so the three of us ended up paying $20. It was a bit pricey, but I think it was worth it!

前日の夜にギリギリ予約できました。時間に少し遅れてしまったのですが、ホテルに迎えに来てくれた運転手さんは優しく陽気でとっても良い人^^
天気の良い日でパラセイリング日和でした。ワイキキビーチのすぐ隣から船で少し沖の方まで出て早速パラセイリング。上空にいるのは10分くらいで、怖いかと思ったけど揺れもそこまでなくダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキビーチの景色を楽しめました！写真サービスが30ドルと言われたのでちょっと高いなーと感じました携帯の防水ケースに入れれば上空で写真も撮れたのでその方が良いと思います。またチップとして船に20ドルがたくさん挟まっていたので私達は3人で20ドル払いました。ちょっとお高いですがしてよかったと思います(^o^)

I thought it was rare to ride a submarine, so I participated. The shuttle bus arrived a bit later than scheduled and took us to the sea.

Near the coral reef, we were able to see fish and a few sea turtles. Since we hadn't planned to snorkel, it was great to see the fish swimming in the sea. Participating with my family made for some wonderful memories with photos.

I recommend bringing a jacket as it can get cold in the submarine.

潜水艦に乗ることも滅多にないと思い、参加しました。
送迎付きバスは、やや予定時間より遅くつき、海まで送迎してもらいました。

サンゴ礁の近くでは魚も見れて、ウミガメも数匹見れました～
シュノーケル等する予定がなかったため海で泳ぐ魚が見れたので良かったです。
家族で参加だったため、写真もいい思い出になりました。

潜水艦が寒いので上着を持っていくことをお勧めします。

We sent my Grandparents on this cruise. It was an amazing boat. The staff treated them really well. They said it was so much fun. The food was wonderful. They said that they wished our whole family would come do it. The fireworks were so cool. Everyone there was having a great time. They want to do it again with our family. Thank you! :)

It was very cold outside.
Even if it's hot during the day, it's better to bring something to wear at night.
I couldn't drink cold beverages because it was too cold.
Everything was in English, so I didn't understand it well, but the show was powerful and enjoyable.

屋外でとっても寒かったです。
日中暑くても夜は羽織るものを持参した方がいいです。
冷たい飲み物も寒くて飲めませんでした。
すべて英語だったのでよくわかりませんでしたがショーは迫力があって楽しかったです。

When I stood on the sandbar, it was very beautiful! However, unfortunately, it seems that the sea was unusually rough since the day before, and the water was murky, making it hard to see the turtles. The snorkeling was also cloudy, so I couldn't see many fish. (;^_^A

サンドバーに立ったときは、とてもキレイでした！
でも残念ながら、前日から珍しく海が荒れたらしく、水が濁っててカメもなかなか見えず、シュノーケルも濁ってて魚があまり見えませんでした(;^_^A

The weather was bad and it was raining, but I was very satisfied to see sea turtles and fish. However, due to the weather, it was extremely cold, and everyone was shivering. The crew was very kind, providing warm coffee and cocoa, and they took a lot of photos for us. I would like to go again when the weather is nice.

天気が悪く雨が降っていたのですが、ウミガメも魚も見れて大満足でした。
ただ、天候のせいもあって、めちゃくちゃ寒く、みんなガタガタ震えていました。
クルーの人達が暖かいコーヒーやココアを入れてくれたり、とても親切で、写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。天気の良い時にまた行きたいです。

Outstanding crew aboard the Holokai Catamaran...Extremely friendly, helpful and fun. They made sure all guests were instructed in snorkel usage before entering the water and were right there next to us in the water ready to aid for any reason.
Our sail was extra exciting as dolphins swam around our catamaran, and we spotted whales too. We were able to swim amongst sea turtles and an array of fish.
*Would I recommend Holokai Catamaran Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail to my friends and family?
YES!!
*Would I ever take this sail again?
ABSOLUTELY YES!!
Reasonably priced for this adventure with buffet and they do not over crowd the boat. They even had a snorkel with a prescription mask so I could see underwater without glasses.

The sandbar needs no introduction. It was just too beautiful! We were lucky to see sea turtles, and we enjoyed snorkeling as well. Above all, the burgers made by the captain were exquisite! The seasoning was perfect, and I want to go back just to have another burger.

If you're planning to get off at the sandbar to take photos, it's best to have waterproof gear (like covers or underwater-friendly items) to avoid any worries! Also, if you want to change clothes on the way back, you can do so in the boat's restroom, so I recommend bringing a change of clothes. For those who don’t bring a change, a bath towel borrowed from a hotel is essential (you can use it to sit on the bus seats).

The staff are also entertaining, so I highly recommend it.

サンドバーはもう説明不要かと思います。もう綺麗過ぎました！
ウミガメもタイミング良く見れましたし、シュノーケリングも楽しめました。
そして何よりもキャプテンが作ってくれるハンバーガーが絶品でした！
塩加減も絶妙でハンバーガーを食べにまた行きたい位です。

あとは、サンドバーに降りて写真などを撮るのであれば
防水対策(カバーや水中対応の物)した物があれば心配無し！
また、服装は帰りに着替えたい人は船のトイレでも着替え可能ですので
持参をお勧めします。着替えを持って行かない方は
ホテルなどで貸してもらえるバスタオルは必須です。(バスの座席に座る際に敷きます)

スタッフの方も面白いので、お勧めです。

My group contained four total myself, husband, sister and her husband. We loved it! I had difficulties in the beginning but was able to get the hang of it after a little while. I wasn't able to go to the total depth due to my ears, but still it was worth it for me. We saw coral reefs and lots a fish. Turtles were in the area just not seen by our group. On the way to our snuba location we were able to see a few whales breech the surface. The crew on the boat were great and the lunch was delicious. They offered Pork, Chicken sandwiches, fresh fruit and chips. It was rough seas and the boat ride was smooth sailing. Overall rating is 4.5 stars. Whish we could see more whales and see dolphins.

It was a beautiful sandbar. With my husband's guidance, I practiced snorkeling at about knee-deep water, and it was perfect. I was able to see the fish and coral beautifully, and I’m satisfied that I mastered snorkeling. Unfortunately, it became cloudy in the afternoon, and the sea looked dark and chilly. I just wished for the sun to come out. My husband was a bit disappointed because he thought the BBQ would have ribs to bite into. I thought the burger was delicious. It was a great memory for our anniversary trip after 30 years, enjoying the sea in Hawaii.

綺麗な砂洲でした。膝位で主人の指導でシュノーケリングの練習にばっちりでした。魚なや珊瑚が綺麗に見られシュノーケリングをマスター出来私自身満足しています。午後から雲が多く肌寒く海が暗く残念でした。太陽出てと願うばかり。主人がBBQはリブとかかぶりつけると思っていたので少し残念だと。私はバーガーおいしかった。30年ぶりの旧婚旅行　ハワイの海で楽しめていい思い出になりました。