All Reviews for Sunset & Cocktail Cruises

Very chill evening. The crew was very laid back. We hada clear view of the fireworks, all while enjoying the a few adult beverages and making new friends and memories.

It was a small boat, which made it quite impressive and enjoyable. The cruise lasted just the right amount of time (a little under an hour). The free drinks were also highly rated. The staff were all friendly, which added to the fun.

The engine is used during departure and arrival, but once offshore, they sail using the sails. I think it's a highlight to see the staff raising and lowering the sails and steering the boat.

小さな船だったこともあり迫力があり楽しめました。またちょうど良い時間（1時間弱）のクルーズでした。フリードリンクも好評価。スタッフも気さくな方ばかりだったので楽しめました。
出航帰港の時はエンジンを使いますが、沖合では帆を操って航行。スタッフが帆を張ったり畳んだり船の方向を操作するのも見どころかと思います。

It was amazing to see the fireworks up close from the yacht! ✨ You can enjoy a different kind of fun compared to large ships. When boarding, you get on directly from the beach. Depending on the waves, you might get wet, so wearing a swimsuit under your clothes could be a good idea. By the way, I was soaked from the thighs down. 😅 I think it’s good to keep that in mind when boarding. After disembarking, there are showers nearby, so you can wash off the sand. It was quite a nice experience!

ヨットなので花火が近い場所から見れて
最高でした✨
大型船とは違う楽しさを味わえます♪
乗船する時は浜辺から直接乗ります。
波の具合によっては濡れます。服の下に水着着用でも良いかも。
因みに私は太ももから下はびしょ濡れ😅
それを踏まえて乗船されるといいと思います。
下船後は近くにシャワーがあるので砂を洗う事が出来ます。
なかなか良い経験でした～

I booked this Luau with our Ko Olina Kaula Kai Sunset Sail and Luau Combo.
https://www.veltra.com/en/hawaii/oahu/a/201093

After checking in around 5:00–5:15pm, we were instructed to board the catamaran while musicians played and welcomed guests. For safety reasons, women wearing sandals or heels were asked to remove their shoes and board barefoot.

There were cookies and chips available for everyone on board, and once most guests had boarded, the bar opened. It was an open bar with options such as lilikoi mai tai, Waianae sunset, piña colada, turtletini, catatonic, and local beers from Kona Brewing. The boat was quite packed, and with only one bartender, the line became very long—so unless you were willing to wait, you could likely only get one or two drinks. They also ran out of chips, so not everyone was able to have some, until the very end when they refilled the table again.

We departed around 5:30pm. Since this was after the days of the storm, the ocean conditions hadn’t fully settled, and the ride was still a bit bumpy. Fortunately, I found a spot at the back of the boat, leaning against the railing and facing forward, which helped with the motion. We were able to spot a few​ whales, though they appeared only briefly, making them difficult to capture on camera. We returned to the harbor around 6:30pm, so the sailing portion lasted about an hour.

I chose this tour on a large ship because I was worried about seasickness. The observation deck had some swaying, so I watched from a cabin on the first floor, but I was still able to see the whales' spouts and tails. It seems that those who are less sensitive to motion can see much more from the observation deck. The pineapple banana cake was delicious.

船酔いが心配で大きな船のこのツアーを選びました。
展望デッキは揺れもあったので、1階の客室で見ていましたが、何とかクジラの潮吹きや尾っぽを見ることができました。
揺れに強い方が展望デッキの方がたくさん見れるようです。
パイナップルバナナケーキが美味しかったです。

We participated with seven people: my elderly parents, our children, and my spouse. My mother, who walks with a cane, was very happy. The kids (17, 14, and 10 years old) were taken to the netting of the catamaran, where they splashed around and had a great time. This became the best memory of our trip to Hawaii! The cocktails were delicious too!

高齢の両親、子ども達と夫婦の7人で参加しました。杖をついて歩く母もとても喜んでくれました。子ども達（17歳、14歳、10歳）も、カタマランの網の所？まで連れて行ってもらい、波しぶきを浴びてはしゃいでいました。今回のハワイ旅行で、1番の思い出になりました！カクテルも美味しかった〜！

It was the best sunset cruise ever. It was my first time experiencing a sunset cruise. I had been interested in it for a while, but due to my schedule, I couldn't experience it until now, so I made it a top priority this time. I was worried about the weather after the Kona storm, but it turned out to be a beautiful, clear day. The service from the captain and crew was outstanding. The views from the boat were incredible, especially Diamond Head, which we saw from an angle that you can't see from land, making it very special. I was able to enjoy the sunset as it sank into the Hawaiian sea. Onboard, there was unlimited alcohol and soft drinks, and the Mai Tai was especially delicious. Dance music was playing, and everyone on board joined in dancing, making it an incredibly fun experience.

最高のサンセットクルーズでした。初めてサンセットクルーズ体験をしました。以前から気になっていたのですが、滞在スケジュールの予定でなかなか体験できなかたったですが、今回最優先として組み入れました。コナストーム後で天気が心配でしたが、快晴で最高の天気でした。船長、乗組員の皆さんのサービス精神がとても素晴らしいです。船上からの景色はどれも最高で、特にダイヤモンドヘッドは陸からでは観られない角度からだったので、とても貴重です。夕陽もハワイの海に沈む瞬間までじっくりと観ることができました。船上ではアルコール、ソフトドリンクが飲み放題で、特にマイタイは最高に美味しかったです。ダンスミュージックが鳴り響き乗客皆でダンスで盛り上がり最高に楽しかったです。

Captain Jenna, Kaiala and Dez were all awesome! Family friendly! Very accommodating to my kids! So nice, and friendly and the Drinks were wonderful! Great views of Diamond Head and Waikiki beach. I want to go again!!!!!! Really really great tour!

I was able to see the sunset over the ocean, and the cheerful atmosphere among everyone on the boat further lifted my spirits. I'm glad I participated.

海の上で、夕陽も見ることができて・・船上のみんなの楽しそうな雰囲気で更に気分が上昇・・参加して良かった。

The guide told us that if we couldn't see them, we could try again, so I was half-expecting it, but it turned out to be a wonderful experience. In the first half, they didn't show up much, but once we went out to sea, a mother and baby whale swam close to the boat the whole time, which was amazing! ♪

ガイドさんからは、見れなかったら再度チャレンジと言われ、期待半分でしたが、素晴らしい体験ができました。
前半は中々、姿を現してくれませんでしたが、沖に出てからは親子クジラがずっと船の近くを泳いでくれていて、最高でした♪

I boarded the morning cruise. It was amazing to feel the wind while cruising on the ship. The drinks were unlimited, and the crew members were cheerful. The view of Diamond Head and the coastline of Honolulu from offshore was exceptional. I was very lucky to see a pair of turtles on the way back. I thought I would love to go on this cruise again when I visit Hawaii.

午前便に乗船しました。船の上で風を感じながらのクルーズは最高でした。ドリンク飲み放題で乗員さんも陽気です。沖合から見るダイヤモンドヘッドやホノルルの海岸沿いは格別な眺めでした。帰り際に亀のつがいも見ることが出来たのでとてもラッキーでした。ハワイに行ったときはまた乗りたいと思いました。

So fun! Found it through a Groupon, and we totally got our money's worth. Take this cruise!

The tour on the Star of Honolulu was great. They served snacks, and the atmosphere was nice. As for the whales, I think I saw them in the distance, and I might have caught a glimpse of a tail, but I’m not sure if I actually saw them. However, the cruise in the beautiful ocean was wonderful, and the weather was perfect, so I really enjoyed it. It might be best to think of it as a lucky bonus if you get to see whales while participating in the cruise.

スターオブホノルルでのツアー。お菓子もでてきて、雰囲気はよかったです。クジラに関しては、遠くにみえて、しっぽが少し見えた気がしたりなど、見えていないのかもしれません。ただ、美しい海でのクルーズ、気候も良くて本当に楽しむことができました、クルーズとして参加しくじらは見れればラッキーくらいで考えるのがいいかもしれません。

To conclude, I am extremely satisfied! I was thrilled to see whales swimming in the distance several times, catching glimpses of their tails and spouts! Although I couldn't see them up close, it was a wonderful memory of whale watching!

I had always wanted to see whales, and when I decided to go to Hawaii, I came across this tour and knew I had to participate. I was worried about seasickness on a small boat, so I made a reservation on the largest one I found, the Star of Honolulu. When I first boarded the boat, I was a bit anxious thinking it might sway more than expected, but once I went up to the upper deck, I found it wasn't a problem, possibly because I was standing! I recommend taking motion sickness medication if you're feeling uneasy.

The boat has four levels, and at first, we enjoyed pineapple banana bread and drinks on the first floor, which had chairs and tables. It was delicious! Once the boat started moving, there was a segment where they explained the size of the whales using ropes, and although I didn't understand much of the English, it was an interesting experience unique to a larger boat. The first floor was quite cold due to the air conditioning, so I recommend bringing a jacket. After the explanation, we were free to move around the boat, but the cold was only on the first floor. The view from the fourth deck was beautiful, with a clear sight of Diamond Head and more. When whales were spotted, an English announcement would indicate the direction, and even if you don't understand English well, the simple language and the fact that everyone moved at once made it clear. Although the whales were far away, I was glad to see them, even if I couldn't see the large ones up close. Whether you see whales or not depends on luck, but I think you can still enjoy cruising on a big boat even if you don't see them. I also think it's a great point of this tour that if you don't see any whales, they provide tickets to try again.

I had actually made a reservation for a certain day, but when I was waiting for the shuttle bus at the bus stop, the bus didn't come. After checking with the hotel staff, I was informed that the tour was canceled that day. Cancellations can happen suddenly due to bad weather, but I felt reassured that I received a full refund.

結論から言うと大満足です！クジラが何回か遠くの方で泳いでいるのが見えて尻尾や潮吹きも見れてすごい！と興奮しました。近くでは見ることが出来ませんでしたがとっても良い思い出になったホエールウォッチングでした！
ずっとクジラを見てみたくてハワイに行くと決まりこのツアーを見かけた時に絶対に参加したいと思い参加しました。小さい船だと船酔いが心配だったので見つけた中で一番大きかったスターオブホノルル号で予約しました。最初船に乗り込んだ時は意外と揺れるかも？と少し不安になりましたが上のデッキに出てからは立ってることもあったからなのか気にならなかったです！不安な方は酔い止めを飲むことを推奨します。
船は4階建てで始めは1階の椅子やテーブルがあるフロアでパイナップルバナナブレッドと飲み物をいただきました。美味しかったです！船が動き出すとクジラの大きさの説明などを実際にロープを使って説明するコーナーがあり、英語であまり内容はよくわからなかったですが大きい船ならではの体験で面白かったです。1階はクーラーが結構効いていて寒かったので上着を持っていくことをおすすめします。説明が終わると船内を自由に移動することができるのですが、寒かったのは1階のみでした。4階のデッキは眺めがよくダイヤモンドヘッドなども見えて綺麗でした。クジラが見えると時計の方向で英語のアナウンスが流れます。英語がわからなくても簡単な英語だったのと皆が一斉に動き出すのでわかります。遠くの方だったので実際に近くで大きいクジラを見ることは出来ませんでしたが遠くても見ることが出来て良かったです。クジラが見れるかどうかは運に左右されますが、見れなくても大きい船なのでクルージングするだけでも楽しめると思います。見れなかった場合もう一度見れるチケット？が配られるというのもこのツアーの良い点だと思います。
実際に一度予約していた日があったのですが当日バス乗り場でシャトルバスを待っていたらバスが来ず、ホテルのスタッフに確認してもらったところ今日はキャンセルということを伝えられました。天候が悪いと急に当日キャンセルされてしまう事もありますが、しっかりと返金されていたのでそこも安心だと思います。

I've been living in Hawaii for six years now, and I finally participated in a whale watching tour that I've always wanted to do.

Although it was a cloudy day, the weather was just right—not too hot and not too cold. After checking in a bit early, I wandered around the Aloha Tower. When it was time to board, we first had the familiar souvenir photo opportunity that you often find in the U.S. (The staff will come around during the cruise to sell these photos.)

While enjoying coffee and muffins on the first floor, we received explanations (in English, of course), and after departing, we could watch from anywhere on the four-story cruise ship. The crew members were also diligently searching for whales, but unfortunately, we didn't encounter any that day... I definitely want to try again next year.

ハワイに住んで6年目。念願のホエールウォッチングツアーに参加しました。
当日は曇り空ではあったものの、暑くもなく寒くもなくちょうどよい天気でした。
ちょっと早めにチェックイン後、アロハタワーの周りをウロウロ。乗船の合図があったので乗り込むと、まずはアメリカでお馴染みのお土産用写真撮影がありました。
（この写真は、クルーズ中にスタッフが販売しにきます）
1階でコーヒーとマフィンを食べながら説明（もちろん英語）を受け、出港後は4階建てクルーズ船のどこでも好きな場所で見ることができます。
船員さんも一生懸命探してくれたのですが、あいにくこの日はクジラに遭遇することができず・・・。
来年またリベンジしたいと思いました。

The week I visited, there were storm and heavy rain warnings in Hawaii. I was really worried leading up to the day, but miraculously, the tour went ahead. And right away, whales appeared, jumping one after another. It was truly moving. I couldn't capture their magnificent jumps on camera in time, but I have firmly etched it in my memory. It was the day my dream of seeing humpback whales came true. Despite the unfortunate weather, I was really glad to see so many whales. I'm still excited and moved as I watch the videos. I absolutely recommend this. While there's no guarantee you'll see them, it's definitely worth the challenge!

私が訪れた期間はハワイ州に暴風、豪雨警報が出ている週でした。すごく心配して当日を迎えてましたが奇跡的にツアー催行されました。そしてすぐにクジラが現れて、次から次へとジャンプ。もう感動です。カメラが間に合わず華麗なジャンプを納めることは叶いませんでしたが、この胸にしっかり焼き付けました。いつか必ずザトウクジラを見るんだという夢が叶った日です。あいにくの天候でしたがたくさんのクジラを見ることができて本当によかった。今なお興奮冷めやらず動画を見て感動しています。絶対にオススメです。必ず見られる保証はありませんが、挑戦する価値は充分にあります！

[Reviewed by HawaiiActivities.com Staff]

​The evening began with a warm welcome as guests boarded the catamaran around 5:00–5:15pm, accompanied by live music at the dock. Light snacks were available and an open bar offered a variety of tropical cocktails and local beers, creating a fun, relaxed atmosphere. The boat was quite full, which led to long lines at the bar and limited snacks at times. The sail departed around 5:30pm and lasted about an hour. Ocean conditions were still a bit rough following recent storms, but we were still able to spot a few whales, which added a special touch to the experience.

​After returning to shore, we headed straight to the luau and arrived while dinner and entertainment were already in progress, so we likely missed some of the pre-show activities such as hula lessons and cultural demonstrations. Dinner was described as a buffet, but it was actually set up more like a series of food trucks, kiosks, or booths, where guests visited different stations to receive plated items. While this setup provides a wide variety of options, it can also lead to using multiple plates per person.

​The food​ was catered by Moani Island Bistro, which was flavorful and well-prepared. Seating was first-come, first-served for this event, ​but even though​ we were seated in the back, we still had a good view of the stage. The show itself featured engaging storytelling, Polynesian dances, and impressive production elements like lighting and visuals, giving it a polished, theatrical feel.​

Overall, the combo offers a unique way to experience both a sunset sail and luau in one evening. However, timing overlaps may cause guests to miss some activities, and those sensitive to motion may find the boat portion challenging.

I was worried about the weather because it had been rainy, but I was relieved when it was sunny on the day of the trip. The boat was more impressive than I had imagined, and I didn't feel much rocking. While we were leaving the shore, I enjoyed some banana cake and Kona coffee. It was so delicious that I wanted to have seconds!

As we approached the spots, I went up on the deck to enjoy the view. The scenery of Hawaii, the music, and the breeze were all so pleasant and calming. The announcements were in English, but I could somewhat figure out the direction by looking at the clock positions.

I had several chances to see whales, and I was thrilled to see a mother and her calf. The staff were all cheerful, and their smiles were very comforting.

雨続きだったので天候が心配でしたが、当日晴れて安心しました。想像していたより立派な船で、あまり揺れを感じませんでした。陸から離れる間、バナナケーキとコナコーヒーをいただきました。おかわりしたいくらいとっても美味しかったです＾＾
スポットに近づくと船の上に行き、景色を一望して楽しみました。ハワイの景色、音楽、風が心地よく、落ち着きました。
アナウンスなどは英語でしたが、時計の方向などでなんとなくで見える方向がわかりました。
クジラを見るチャンスは何度かあり、親子を見ることもできて嬉しかったです。
スタッフのみなさん明るく、笑顔に癒されました。

We were picked up on time and checked in by a brother with an afro, then we departed for the port on a large bus! This time, we participated with two adults and a one-year-old. The banana and pineapple bread served on the ship was incredibly moist and delicious—I wish I could learn how to make it! Unfortunately, there were no whales that day, but perhaps because we woke up early and were swaying on the boat, I was able to take the most wonderful nap in the rooftop chairs (laughs). Since it was our last day of the stay, we couldn't have a second chance, but I would love to try again the next time I visit Hawaii!

時間通りにお迎えに来ていただき、アフロのお兄さんに受付してもらい大型バスで港へ出発！今回は大人2人と1歳児で参加させていただきました。船内でいただけるバナナとパイナップルのブレッドがすっごくしっとりで作り方を教えて欲しいくらい美味しかったです。残念ながらこの日はクジラが現れなかったのですが、早起きして船に揺られていたからか屋上のチェアで最高に気持ちいいお昼寝が出来ました（笑）滞在の最終日での参加だったためリベンジが出来なかったのですが、またハワイに訪れた際は再チャレンジしたいと思います！

I couldn't see the whales well because I didn't know where they would come from. The boat was rocking, and I couldn't stand up and move around, so to avoid injury, I stayed seated and enjoyed the view of Waikiki Beach.

クジラがどこから出てくるか分らないのでよく見えませんでした。
船も揺れるし立ち上がってウロウロできないのでケガしないように椅子に座ったままで
ワイキキビーチを眺めて楽しみました。

I felt quite restricted due to my lack of English skills. There were no Japanese participants. As for the whales, I was able to spot them surfacing about three times, but they were only the size of my fingernail for a brief moment, and they were too far away to take any pictures, which was disappointing. I suppose it's just luck, so there's nothing to be done about it.

As everyone mentioned in their reviews, the sea breeze was cold, and during the sunset tour in March, wearing an ultra-light down jacket was just right. There was no place inside the boat to shield from the wind. The strong swaying and cold, along with the surprisingly long duration of the trip, caused my mother, who is in her 70s, to feel unwell.

I would recommend this for those who want to "enjoy a leisurely cruise while feeling the sea breeze" rather than for whale watching! There were small children moving around the boat, but I was quite worried they might fall through the gaps in the handrails due to the significant rocking.

英語力が皆無なので、結構不自由を感じました。
日本人の参加者はいませんでした。
肝心の鯨は３回ほど息継ぎを遠くに見つけられましたが、爪の先ほどのサイズが一瞬で、写真を撮れるほどの距離でも無く残念でした。これは運なので仕方ないです。
皆さまのレビューどおり、海風が寒く、3月晴れのサンセットツアーではウルトラライトダウンを着てちょうど良かった程です。船内は風を防げる場所もありません。
強い揺れと寒さと、航行が意外と長くて、70代の母は体調を崩してしまいました。
鯨目的より、「のんびり海の風を感じながらクルーズしたい」という方にはオススメです！小さなお子さんが船上を行き来していましたが、かなり上下左右に揺れるので手すりの隙間から落ちてしまわないか心配でした。

Although we couldn't see the main attraction, the whale, I was overall satisfied. The view of Diamond Head from the boat was very beautiful! Also, the explanations provided by the staff were interesting, and the banana cake they handed out was really delicious!

肝心の鯨は見れませんでしたが、全体的には満足でした。船から見えるダイヤモンドヘッドはとっても綺麗でした！また、スタッフさんがしてくださる説明も面白く、配られるバナナケーキもとっても美味しかったです！

It was a wonderful experience to see mother and baby whales multiple times! My 3-year-old child enjoyed it very much. The crew only speaks English, but they use pictures for explanations and simplify their language (like using words such as "baby") when talking to us, so we could understand somewhat. Additionally, the menu and explanation sheet on the table, as well as the announcements and explanations, are available in Japanese. When there was an announcement about the whales appearing, everyone moved quickly, so even if I couldn't catch everything, I understood what was happening, haha.

The banana bread was very delicious! Tea, coffee, and water are free, while alcohol and juice are available for a fee. They also provide coloring books and workbooks for toddlers.

The restroom on the boat is spacious enough for wheelchair access, so it was no problem for parents to assist their toddlers inside. I had a preconceived notion that a boat restroom might be dirty like a public restroom, but it turned out to be a stylish and clean restroom with nice tile walls.

親子の鯨を何度も見ることができて、とてもいい体験でした！3歳の子供もとても楽しんでいました。
クルーは英語しか話しませんが、写真を使った解説や、こちらに向けて話す時は簡単な英語（babyなど）にしてくれるのでなんとなくわかります。また、テーブルに置いてあるメニュー表兼説明書と、放送での注意説明や解説は日本語もあります。あと鯨が現れたアナウンスがあった時はみんながワッと移動するので聞き取れなくてもわかります笑
バナナブレッドがとても美味しかったです！紅茶、コーヒー、水はフリーで、アルコール・ジュースは有料です。
幼児向けに塗り絵やワークブックを渡してくれます。
船内にあるトイレは車椅子でも入れるように広いので、親が入って幼児の介助をするのも問題ありませんでした。船のトイレというと公衆トイレみたいに汚いかなとなんとなく思っていましたが、壁のタイルがおしゃれな綺麗なトイレでした。

The tour in Hawaii was affordable and great. The location was also good since it was near the Ala Moana Shopping Center.

ハワイのツアーの中で安くて良かったです。
近くにアラモアナショッピングセンターもあったので、場所も良かったです。

Everything was smooth sailing from our pick up at the Hyatt to being delivered back to the Hyatt after. Boarding was quick and easy. We had a member with mobility issues and even though the boat was rocking a little bit while going through the buffet she made it safely back to her seat with all her food still on the plate. Our waiter was Ryan and he was great. Very efficient and he loves to dance. He led us on a music train around the room, then got up and danced on the stage.
Food was decent, what I will say is it is typical buffet food. Nothing stood out as a WOW. The entertainment was good and lively. Also typical Polynesian dances if you've been to a Luau. Fireworks at the end of the night were spectacular and watching them from the water was a highlight.

While being blown by the pleasant winds of Hawaii, we went whale watching. Since it was a large boat, I didn't feel much rocking. Upon boarding, we had the opportunity for a commemorative photo, which we could purchase if we liked. The photo was so lovely that I decided to buy it as a memory of this stay. Additionally, we could see the blue ocean of Hawaii and Diamond Head from the boat, and it felt great to be swayed by the boat while listening to Hawaiian music. This time, we were able to see a mother and her calf whale.

ハワイの心地いい風に吹かれながら鯨探しにいきます。大きな船なのであまり揺れも感じませんでした。乗船時には記念撮影をしていただき、気に入れば購入することができます。素敵な写真だったため今回の滞在の思い出に購入させてもらいました。また、船からハワイの青い海とダイヤモンドヘッドを見渡すことができ、ハワイアンミュージックを聴きながら船に揺られるのもの心地が良かったです。今回は親子のくじらを見ることができました。

I was very satisfied to see a pod of about five whales. The boat was large and stable, and the staff were very skilled at positioning the boat, often moving to a spot where the whales would appear in a way that made them easy to see. I thought they might be too far away to see, but in reality, they were impressive enough to enjoy even with the naked eye.

5匹ほどのクジラの群れを見ることができて、とても満足でした。船が大きくて安定感もあり、スタッフの方の船の位置取りがとても上手で、いつも見やすい場所に移動してからクジラが現れることが多かったのが印象的でした。遠すぎて見えないかもと思っていましたが、実際は肉眼でも十分迫力があり、しっかり楽しめました。

The weather was nice on the day of the cruise, and the waves were calm, making it perfect for a cruise. Once we boarded the boat, we received an explanation about whales, and afterwards, we enjoyed some pineapple banana bread and coffee. It was very delicious. My elderly mother also said it was tasty and finished it all.

After having our snacks, we went out on the deck and enjoyed cruising while looking at Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea. Unfortunately, we didn't see any whales that day.

The wind wasn't too strong, so cruising in the warm sunshine felt really nice. It would have been amazing to see whales, but I think that's just a matter of luck.

They asked if I would like to board again, so I provided my contact information before disembarking, but in the end, I didn't go for a second ride. If I had more time in my schedule, I would have liked to try again.

当日は天気も良く、波も穏やかで絶好のクルーズ日和でした。
船に乗るとまず、クジラについての説明等があり、その後パイナップルバナナブレッドとコーヒーを頂きました。とても美味しかったです。高齢の母も美味しいと言って完食していました。

軽食を頂いた後は、デッキに出て、ワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドなどを海側から眺めながらのクルージングを楽しみましたが、残念ながら、この日はクジラには会えませんでした。

風もそこまで強くなかったので、暖かい陽射しの中でのクルージングはとても気持ち良かったです。
クジラに会えていたら、最高でしたが、こればっかりは運だと思います。

再度の乗船希望を聞かれたので、連絡先を教えてもらって下船しましたが、結局、2度目の乗船はしませんでした。日程に余裕があったら再挑戦したかったです。

Very friendly team. Highly recommend. Thank you very much

There is a certain degree of unpredictability. It's entirely possible that you might not see anything, but in that case, you can enjoy the beautiful scenery while cruising. I participated with that mindset.

I wasn't particularly interested since I could only see parts of the body from a distance, but I thought it would be a rare experience for my child to say, "I saw a whale!" So, I decided to join. As a result, we were able to see a lot, and our whole family was very satisfied.

When I glanced ahead, I noticed many protrusions. It was a pod of dolphins. There was no announcement, so I informed the people around me. If you don't rely solely on announcements and actively look out at the sea, you might get lucky.

I took a taxi to the location. It seemed that many people gathered there. It cost about $25 one way, including tips, from around Halekulani. On the way there, I was dropped off quite far away and had to walk for about 15 minutes. Be sure to tell the driver "Pier 8." For the return trip, I called the taxi company after arriving at the port, and they came in about 20 minutes. There was a souvenir shop, so it was a good way to pass the time. When I told them "Pier 8 near Aloha Tower," they came right to the front.

In the past, my family had a terrible experience on a smaller boat during dolphin watching, but this time, we all enjoyed it without any seasickness. Choosing this boat was the right decision. The pineapple cake we had on board was delicious. There were cold water, coffee, and tea available as drinks. There were also paid drinks, but the complimentary drinks were sufficient. There were 2 or 3 people who got seasick, but most of the guests were happily enjoying whale watching.

運次第なところはあります。
見れない場合も十分にあり得る事、その場合は美しい景色のクルージングを楽しむ。そういう心持ちで参加しました。

身体の一部を遠くで見る事ができる程度のため自分自身はさほど興味はありませんでしたが、子供にとっては「くじらを見た！」という得難い経験になると思い参加しました。
結果として沢山見ることができ、家族一同大満足でした。

ふと目をやった先に突起物がたくさん見えました。イルカの群れでした。
アナウンスは特に無かったので周囲の方々に教えて差し上げました。
アナウンス任せにせず自分でも海を探していたらラッキーなことがあるかもしれません。

現地へはタクシーで行きました。現地集合の方が多かったように思います。
ハレクラニあたりから片道チップ込みで25ドルほどでした。
行きはかなり遠くに降ろされてしまい15分も歩きました。必ず「ピア8」とお伝えしてください。
帰りは港へ到着してからタクシー会社へ電話して20分ほどで来てくれました。
お土産屋さんがありましたのでいい時間つぶしになりました。
配車の際「アロハタワーの近くのピア8」とお伝えしたらきちんと目の前まで来てくれました。
過去、もっと小さな船でドルフィンウォッチングに参加した際全滅した我が家でも酔い止めなしで全員楽しめました。こちらの船を選んで正解でした。
船内でいただいたパイナップルケーキが美味しかったです。
ドリンクは冷たいお水やコーヒー、紅茶もありました。
有料ドリンクもありましたが無料サービスのドリンクで十分でした。
船酔いされた方は2～3名いましたがほとんどの方が元気にホエールウォッチングを楽しんでおられました。