Reviewed by: Katherine
We booked a family snorkeling with turtles experience on the Moana Catamaran, and the crew ensured that we had an exceptional experience. Anthony, the captain, was personable and informative. He was happy to answer a LOT of questions, and provided insight into Hawaiian culture throughout the experience. When it came time to enter the water, Claire was an outstanding guide. She ensured that the kids (10 & 12) felt confident with the unfamiliar snorkeling equipment, and took the time to locate and identify a variety of sea life. The crew made this a memorable experience for our entire family, and we highly recommend this experience for visitors to Oahu.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/10 |
Reviewed by: J g
We enjoyed the cruise very much very enjoyable nice weather
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/16 |
Reviewed by: ぞー
I don't know the reason for the cancellation. The weather was nice. For some reason, when it was time to check in, there was only one couple, my husband and I, at the port. Then a staff member came from the boat and told us about the cancellation, and that staff member went somewhere. We did receive a refund, but it was quite disappointing to have a cancellation on the day! I found other reviews of this tour on different sites when I searched, so I should have looked more carefully before making a decision.
キャンセルの理由は分かりません。天気は良かったです。なぜか受付時間になってもチェックイン場所の港には私たち夫婦1組しかいませんでした。そして船から出てきたスタッフにキャンセルと言われ、そのスタッフはどこかへ行ってしまいました。返金はされましたが、当日キャンセルはかなり残念でした!検索すれば他のサイトにこのツアーの体験談がありましたのでよく見て決めれば良かったです。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Cassandra
The crew and trip was such a great experience. We even saw a whale! It felt like a private boat ride with the limited amount of passengers. They made sure everyone was comfortable and safe. Also the breakfast was so good! I would definitely do it again! Mahaolo
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| Packages: | [9:00AM] 2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/24 |
Reviewed by: BB
The crew was super friendly and walked around checking on everyone throughout the cruise; the ride out and back had lovely views of Honolulu, and the captain stopped the boat so we could watch a whale swimming the waves as the sun went down - beautiful ride!
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| Packages: | Waikiki Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/20 |
Reviewed by: さとし
We gathered 30 minutes before the start time, boarded the boat when it was time, and headed out to sea in just under 10 minutes. Both the altitude and speed were excellent.
開始時刻30分前に集合、時間になったら船に乗り込み、10分弱で沖へ。高度、スピードともに最高でした。
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| Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/20 |
Reviewed by: Sara
We booked the tour in the afternoon but we didn’t see anything. Hope we can see the whale next visit.
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| Packages: | 90-min Afternoon Whale Watch Sail |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Lynnette
We had the best time ever with this snorkeling adventure. My husband doesn't really like snorkling but does it just for me. With our new personal snorkel gear and the fantastic friendly crew , he said this was the first time he enjoyed it. The weather was perfect and the turtles were amazing. We will definitely use Moana catamaran next time we come to Honolulu.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/17 |
Reviewed by: MYC
I went without much expectation because I had read reviews saying they couldn't see anything, but I was able to see whales spouting and diving about 5 or 6 times! Their tails were huge, and it was truly moving! I tend to get motion sickness easily, but I didn't feel sick at all without taking any medication. However, since the wind can be strong, it's better to bring a jacket. Inside the boat, you go barefoot, and some people spill drinks due to the wind, so wearing something that can get wet is recommended! Also, the shuttle bus for pick-up only stops on the street and doesn't come to call you. Since there's no company name written on it, it doesn't stand out, and it might depend on the driver, but they don't call out names either, so I think it's best to check when a larger van stops. Additionally, those with a pick-up plan arrive in front of the boat 30 minutes early, so you might have some time to kill. (There's an ice cream shop nearby, so you can pass the time there!)
見れなかったという口コミもあったのであまり期待しないで行きましたが、5,6回くらい潮を吹いて潜っていくクジラを見ることができました!
尾鰭だけですがとっても大きくて感動しました!
自分は乗り物酔いしやすいですが、酔い止めなしでも全く酔いませんでした。
ただ風が強いので上着は持って行ったほうがいいです。
船内は裸足ですし、風でドリンクをこぼしたりする方もいるので濡れてもいい格好がおすすめです!
あと、送迎のシャトルバスは通りに止まるだけで呼びにきてはくれません。
会社名が書いてあるわけでもないので目立ちませんし、ドライバーさんによるかもですが名前を呼ばれたりもしないので大きめのバンが止まったら確認しに行くのが良いと思います。
あと送迎付きのプランの方は30分前に船の前に着くので、少々暇です。
(近くにアイス屋さんがあるので時間は潰せると思います!)
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/16 |
Reviewed by: MA
I had some worries about the activities abroad, but the receptionist was kind to international travelers, and I was able to enjoy myself with peace of mind.
海外のアクティビティーで心配もありましたが、受付のお姉さんが海外の旅行者にも優しく、安心して楽しめました。
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| Packages: | 高さ110メートル |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Mama Bear
So much fun!! I was a little nervous at first to bring my daughter because it is a bar and she is only 16 (although very mature for her age), but it was our last day in Hawaii and we had already checked out of the hotel, and she wanted to go, so I thought what the heck. She had a great time hanging out on the lounging splash nets and “jumping” the waves. The crew and other passengers were great too, kept her entertained and sipping on POG juice while her mama had a few mai tais. What a wonderful way to end our vacation in Hawaii! Highly recommend it.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Gabby_T
I thought it was a little expensive at first for a 90-minute cruise but when I heard there was an open bar included, I couldn’t believe it. I had sooo many drinks lol. The music was great and the sunset was just too pretty. I also made a few local friends who said they do this cruise all the time. We kept hanging out after and they took me to their favorite bar in SALT in Kaka’ako so we could keep the party going. Mahalo!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Lauren & Kenneth
Hubby and I wanted a fun night out for our first night in Hawaii, but we didn’t want to shell out for a fancy dinner cruise, so this was the perfect fit. There weren’t many people out since it was a weekday so the vibe was chill and perfect. The crew was friendly and attentive and made sure we had a great time. Don’t miss it!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: The Biz
I am in Honolulu a lot on business so when I stay I love to unwind on the weekend with a “booze cruise”. Other places at this price point are usually BYOB or cash bar, and some places have open bars but they’re way more expensive. This one is the best price AND has an open bar? Sign me up! Will definitely go again next time I am in the area.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Ms. Kringle
I wasn’t totally sold on this tour since clubbing/partying and loud music isn’t usually my scene. But I do love fireworks, and sailing, so I figured why not, it’s only one hour…and I’m so glad I did! The music was kinda loud, but the vibe was so chill and laid-back that it didn’t feel overwhelming at all. I guess that’s what Hawaii is all about! Everyone was so friendly, I had no problem talking to anyone and enjoying the fireworks. And the cocktail (I only had one, haha) was tasty too! If you are on the fence about this tour, I say just take it!
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Didi
Me and my friends had so much fun on this tour, we can’t wait to go again. We loved watching the fireworks, and the crew was soooo much fun (shoutout to Dustin!) The cruise was only one hour which is NOT long enough to get totally wasted at the open bar lol, which actually turned out to be a good thing because we ended up chilling in Kaka’ako afterwards. So an awesome pregame lol. Very highly recommend this tour!
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| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Poppy_Field
Wanted to help my gramma and grampa celebrate their fiftieth wedding anniversary with a trip to Hawaii, so we booked this tour for them - and it sounds like they had an amazing time! They told us this was their favorite part of the day so we had to leave a review. They said the mood was perfect, not too rowdy but plenty of fun with the music and the waves, and of course the mai tais! Definitely recommend this tour.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Lada S.
We decided to check-out this day sail, and loved every minute of it. From the moment we got on board, until we got back, we were having a fantastic time. The crew members are totally awesome, and the bartender made a great mai tai. Our resident beer drinkers were also kept quite happy too! Such a great vibe, and really good views of the beaches too. Can't wait to come back and go again!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: lucky-star
I went on this tour with a bunch of my friends and we had an absolute blast! We were celebrating a bachelorette party and we wanted to make sure our bride-to-be had all the mai tais she could drink! Meanwhile me and the girls enjoyed watching the Waikiki beaches go by and plotting out where we were going to go next. On the way back we sat out on the netted area and got splashed! The ocean was sooooo pretty. What a fun way to see Waikiki. I know our bride was happy (although she may not remember it lol).
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/01 |
Reviewed by: Kara
I got a bit sea sick, to my surprise, but wife had a great catch!
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| Packages: | Shared Charter [6 hours] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/05 |
Reviewed by: Lisa W
The captain (Chris) and crew (Athena, Jeff, and Beau) were outstanding - so kind and laid back, very helpful in selecting a spot to send off my parents' ashes. The catamaran was beautiful and a lovely ride - we even got to do a little whale watching while we were out. It was fantastic to be able to include so many family members on the cruise - plenty of room. The waters were calm and clear, it was a perfect day and perfect way to say goodbye.
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| Packages: | [2024] Morning Ceremony Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Sophia
I initially signed up for a turtle snorkeling tour, but it turned out to be so much more than that. It transformed into the most unforgettable whale watching adventure of our lives! We were fortunate enough to witness over 20 humpback whales just off the coast of Waikiki. It was truly a breathtaking sight.
I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for the flexibility in the itinerary. The fact that we were given the opportunity to dedicate some time to whale watching before snorkeling made the experience even more remarkable.
I wholeheartedly recommend the private Catamaran experience to anyone passing through Honolulu. The combination of the stunning natural beauty and the outstanding service provided by your team made it an unforgettable journey.
Thank you once again for creating such a memorable experience. I look forward to sharing this recommendation with friends, family, and fellow travelers.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Snorkel Package (2:00PM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/15 |
Reviewed by: VT
The staffs were so friendly and nice and would be perfect if we all spotted a whale or two :)
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| Packages: | BYOB Sunset Waikiki Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/10 |
Reviewed by: eey
I think it would be better to have options like a half-price refund if we can't see the whales, because there might be times when the schedule doesn't match even if it's free next time.
クジラが見れなかった場合は半額返金などのオプションがある方がいいと思う
次回タダでも日程が合わない場合があるから
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/16 |
Reviewed by: ジュディ
There was only one point of interest, which felt a bit lonely, but the staff were all friendly. Although it's not directly related to the tour, the meeting place is a homeless hub, so the atmosphere isn't very good, and it's something to be cautious about.
ポイントは一ヶ所のみで少し寂しい感じでしたが、スタッフの方々は皆さんフレンドリーでした。ツアーとは直接関係ないですが、集合場所はホームレス拠点なので、あまり雰囲気は良くないし、要注意です。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/25 |
Reviewed by: しろたん
I participated in whale watching. I was able to spot a whale from a distance. I wanted to see it a bit closer, but the wind was pleasant, and I enjoyed the cruise. It was quite cold, so a long-sleeved jacket is essential. I hesitated about the pickup service being more expensive than meeting on-site, but I think if I had gone to the meeting point, there would have been so many boats that I wouldn't have known where to go. I'm glad I chose the pickup service, as it allowed me to participate with peace of mind.
ホエールウォッチングに参加しました。遠目にですが、クジラの姿も確認できました。もう少し近くで見たかったですが、風も気持ちよくてクルーズとして楽しめました。寒いくらいなので、長袖の上着は必須です。お迎えつきは現地集合よりも高くて迷いましたが、現地集合では、船が沢山あって、どこに行ったらいいか分からなかったと思います。安心して参加できたので、お迎えつきで良かったです。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/14 |
Reviewed by: POM
I participated in the afternoon tour at the beginning of January. I was torn between other tours, but I decided on this one because it was smaller and I thought we might get a bit closer to the whales. The weather was clear, but I had seen reviews mentioning that some people didn’t see any whales, so I tried not to get my hopes up too much.
We set out about 15 minutes offshore on a small cruise ship and then waited in the surrounding area to see the whales. Since we weren’t too far from the island, where the town was visible, I wondered how it would go, but within about 10 minutes, there were cheers, and we caught a glimpse of a whale's head in the distance! Over the course of a little more than an hour, we saw the whale's head and tail flukes about 6-7 times, and at one point, a whale appeared right in front of us! There weren’t too many participants, so it wasn’t crowded, and we were able to enjoy it thoroughly. The staff was kind, and it was fun for everyone to search for the whales together!
Since it’s a small boat, I think it’s a good idea to take motion sickness medication as a precaution before participating. We drifted at sea for over an hour, and once you get seasick, it becomes difficult to enjoy watching the whales.
Also, depending on where you sit, there’s a possibility of getting splashed and wet, so I recommend wearing clothes that you don’t mind getting wet.
1月頭に午後帯で参加しました。
他のツアーもあり、迷いましたが、小さめでクジラにちょっとでも近づけるかも?と思ってこちらを申し込み。
天気は晴れでしたが、口コミで観れなかったという声もあったので、あまり期待しすぎずに。
小型のクルーズ船で15分ほど沖に出て、あとはその周辺でクジラが見えるのを待ちます。島の街並みが見えるほど島からもあまり離れていない場所だったので、どうかなと思いましたが、ものの10分ほどで、歓声が上がり、少し遠くにクジラの頭がちょこっと見れました!
それからも1時間ちょっとで6-7回はクジラの頭と尾ひれが見れ、すぐ目の前に現れたときも!参加人数もそこまで多くないので、人だかりで見えないということもなく、しっかり楽しめました。
スタッフの方も優しく、みんなでクジラを探すのも楽しかったです!
小型船ですので、酔い止めは予防も兼ねて飲んでから参加された方がいいと思います。1時間以上海を漂うので、一度酔ってしまうとクジラを見るどころではなくなってしまいます。
また、座る位置にもよりますが、水しぶきで服が濡れる可能性があるので、濡れても良い服装で参加されることをおすすめします。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/02 |
Reviewed by: 匿名
The pickup time was 5 minutes past, and since no one had arrived, I contacted the emergency contact. They sent a different bus that had been stopped for a few minutes, which was scheduled for another tour. I made it to the cruise in plenty of time, so it wasn't a problem, but I wonder what would have happened if I hadn't reached out. The cruise itself was enjoyable, but unfortunately, we didn't see any whales.
ピックアップ時間に5分過ぎても来なかったので緊急連絡先に連絡したところ、数分前から止まっていた、違うツアー予定だったバスを回してくれました。
クルーズには十分間に合ったので問題無いのですが、連絡していなかったらどうなったのか、と思います。
クルーズ自体は楽しかったのですが、残念ながらホエールは見えませんでした。。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/27 |
Reviewed by: yoyo
I didn't catch any big fish, but just going out to the vast ocean on a boat makes me feel like Hiroki Matsukata. The sea breeze feels great! If you're prone to seasickness, make sure to bring medication.
大物は釣れなかったけど…大海原に船で出るだけで気分は松方弘樹^ ^ 海風が気持ち良い!船酔いしやすい方は薬必携。
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| Packages: | 半日プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Radhika
Our family of 6 was excited about snorkeling and seeing turtles. My children and husband had never been before, so this was a perfect day with a Nick taking the kids through the water. It was a personal tour of the beautiful reef. My elderly parents preferred staying on the boat, but that was excellent too as Sam filled us in on all the history about the island. I would highly recommend taking the two-hour private charter as the attention to detail and attention to guests is unmatched. They had drinks and water for us.
What are you waiting for? Book your private charter today and experience your ocean snorkel on a level above the rest.
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| Packages: | Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/31 |
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