All Reviews for Sunset & Cocktail Cruises

I participated in this casual and affordable tour off the coast of Waikiki with low expectations. It was a 7:30 AM tour, but when the time came, the staff from Pink Sails Waikiki had not shown up, and there was no sign, which made me anxious. However, since they were Americans, it turned out to just be a delay. The entire tour was conducted in English, but I didn't feel any language barrier in my desire to see whales. Half of the passengers were American, while the rest were from Asia and India, with three groups of Japanese.

As for the whales, they showed themselves about ten times, but where they would surface was a matter of luck. There were many families with children present. The boat was a catamaran, which had less rocking, but it seems that you can get closer to the whales on a smaller boat. Therefore, binoculars are essential. I took photos with a super telephoto lens; I don't think it's possible with a smartphone.

ワイキキ沖の気軽で、格安ツアーなのでダメ元の覚悟で参加しました。朝イチ7:30のツアーでしたが時間になっても主催者のPink Sails Waikiki のスタッフは現れず、看板ひとつ出していないので不安でしたが、相手はアメリカ人、ただの遅刻でした。このツアーは全て英語のみの案内ですが、クジラを観たい気持ちに言葉の壁は感じませんでした。乗客は半分がアメリカ人残りがアジアやインド系、日本人は3組でした。肝心のクジラは10回ほど姿を見せてくれましたが、何処に顔を出すか？は運次第。親子連れが多く現れてました。船は双胴船で揺れが少ないですが、クジラに近寄れるのは小さなボートのようです。したがって双眼鏡が必需品と云えます。写真は超望遠レンズで撮影しました。スマホでは無理だと思います。

It was the best vacation with a great atmosphere and cost performance, sailing from Waikiki Beach on a sunny day with unlimited Mai Tais! 🎶

晴天の昼間にワイキキビーチからの出航でマイタイも飲み放題！雰囲気もコスパもよくさいこーのバカンスでした♫

I was able to see whales 2-3 times from quite a distance. The sunset was beautiful, and it was a pleasant time. The impression of the sunset is stronger than that of the whales.

かなり遠くからですが、クジラは2-3回みれました。サンセットも綺麗で心地よい時間でした。クジラより、サンセットの印象が強いです。

After the boat stopped offshore, we saw several spouts and while waiting on deck with anticipation, we also spotted a few dorsal fins. The captain was happily chatting about various things, and although I couldn't understand much since it was in English, I enjoyed the atmosphere. I missed a sudden jump, but those who were lucky enough to witness it were thrilled. Later, we saw what seemed to be a mother and calf, blowing spouts and showing their tails near the surface. We were able to see more whales than we expected, and the staff were enjoyable, making for a very good time! ♪

ボートが沖で止まってから、何度か潮吹きが見られ、期待しながら甲板で待っていたら、何頭かの背びれも見られました。
船長さんが楽しそうにいろいろ話してくれて、英語なのでほとんどわからなかったけど、雰囲気は楽しめました。
突然のジャンプは見逃してしまいましたが、運良く目撃できた方達は興奮していました。その後に親子らしき2頭が、水面近くで潮を吹いたり尾を見せたりしてくれました。
思っていた以上にクジラを見ることができ、スタッフの方達も楽しく、とても良い時間が過ごせました♪

I saw the whale's spout quite a distance away. Unfortunately, I couldn't see the whale itself. I was looking forward to it, but I think it's all about timing. While we were moving on the boat, the weather was nice, and the scenery was beautiful, which really lifted my spirits. If you're prone to seasickness, please be careful. I noticed a few people who seemed to be struggling.

くじらの潮吹きがだいぶ先に見えました。残念ながら姿は見えず。
期待していましたが、こればかりはタイミングだなと思います。
船で移動している間は、お天気も良く景色も良くテンションが上がりました。
酔いやすい方は気をつけてください。しんどそうな方もちらほらいらっしゃいました。

Since it's a large ship, there was no seasickness! The pineapple banana bread was delicious, and we saw plenty of dolphins and whales, which was amazing!

大きい船なので、船酔い無し！
パイナップルバナナブレッドも美味しいし、
イルカも鯨もたくさん見られて最高でした！

This was my second time on the Sunset Catamaran. After setting sail, we could see the hotels along Waikiki Beach beautifully. On the day I participated, there were many clouds, so I couldn't see the sunset, but I was able to enjoy a sky as beautiful as in the pictures. It was mystical and wonderful.

Above all, the two crew members were cheerful, hardworking, and incredibly attentive, making for a very satisfying experience. Thank you very much.

サンセットカタマランは２回目でした。出航してから、ワイキキビーチのホテル群を綺麗に見られます。参加した日は雲が多く、太陽が沈む様子は見られなかったのですが、写真のような美しい空が見れました。神秘的で、ステキでした。
何よりも２人のクルーが明るく、働き者で、気配りも凄くて、大満足の時間でした。ありがとうございました。

Positive Points
- I was able to see many whales, and I was more satisfied than I had expected.
- Even during the times when whales were not visible, I enjoyed a comfortable cruise while taking in the scenery.
- Important announcements were made in Japanese, which made me feel secure participating in the tour.
- I had the unexpected and delightful experience of encountering a honu (sea turtle) at the time of departure.
- The banana cake provided was very delicious and left a lasting impression.

Points for Improvement
- Although there were announcements when whales were spotted, the sound from the microphone was muffled and hard to hear.
- The observation deck on the third floor did not allow for easy movement between the left and right sides, which meant that the view was biased either to the right or left rather than being 360 degrees. While it was possible to move in the back, it took time to get to the opposite side when at the front.
- Due to legal regulations requiring a certain distance from the whales, this is understandable, but if you are imagining seeing the whales up close with great intensity, you might feel a bit unsatisfied. In reality, the whales appeared somewhat small.
- Although there were restrooms available, the amount of toilet paper was limited from the start, and there was no replenishment during the trip.

良かった点
- 多くのクジラを見ることができ、期待以上に満足感があった。
- クジラが見えない時間帯も、景色を楽しみながら快適にクルージングを満喫できた。
- 重要な案内については日本語でのアナウンスもあり、安心して参加できた。
- 出航時にホヌ（ウミガメ）に出会えるという、思いがけない嬉しい体験があった。
- 提供されたバナナケーキがとても美味しく、印象に残った。

惜しかった点
- クジラ発見時のアナウンスはあったものの、マイクの音がこもっていて聞き取りづらかった。
- 3階デッキの展望台先頭部分は左右の行き来ができず、360度見渡せるというよりも、右側か左側のどちらかに視界が偏ってしまった。後方では移動可能だが、先頭にいると反対側へ移動するのに時間がかかる。
- 法律上の規制によりクジラとの距離を保つ必要があるため、仕方のない点ではあるが、間近で見る大迫力のクジラを想像していると、やや物足りなく感じる可能性がある。実際にはクジラはやや小さく見えた。
- お手洗いは完備されていたものの、トイレットペーパーの量が最初から少なく、途中での補充もなかった。

The fireworks and dinner created wonderful memories. I was expecting a course meal with each dish served separately, but aside from the salad and dessert, everything was served on one plate, which was disappointing. When the dessert was served, coffee and tea cups were prepared, but they were served to the table next to us. Unfortunately, due to time constraints, they never made it to us before the disembarkation time, which was a letdown.

花火にディナー良い思い出となりました。
料理は一品ずつコースを期待していましたが、サラダとデザート以外、ワンプレートでがっかりしました。デザート提供時に、コーヒー紅茶のカップは用意されていたが隣までサーブされて来たのですが、時間の関係なのか私達まで周ってこないで下船時刻となり終了したのが残念でした。

In conclusion, I was able to see the whales spouting only a few times. I wish I could have seen them a bit closer. However, the boat was large and stable, so I was quite satisfied to sit in a deck chair and enjoy the leisurely feeling of a boat trip. While sitting in the deck chair and looking at the views of Diamond Head and Waikiki from the sea, I was able to listen to various information about whales in Japanese through the onboard announcements, which was very educational!

結論から言うと、クジラの潮吹きは数回だけ見ることが出来ました。もう少し近くで見えると良かったかなと思います。ただ、船も大きくて揺れも少ないので、デッキチェアに座ってゆったり船旅気分を味わえたのはかなり満足でした。海から眺めるダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキの風景を見ながらデッキチェアに座り、日本語でクジラについての様々な事を船内放送で聞けて勉強になりました！

The amount of food is sufficient, and you can enjoy the dance show up close. They also provide goods to enjoy the countdown. For wheelchair users, they offer barrier-free guidance. You can watch the fireworks from the rooftop deck. If you don't go to the deck early, it might be difficult to find a good viewing spot.

If the wind is strong, they will put up a vinyl shield, making it hard to see the night view outside. Additionally, you will often be seated with other groups. Since there is a possibility of sharing a table with other Japanese guests, if you're expecting an overseas experience, you might be disappointed.

　食事の量も十分、ダンスショーも間近で見られる、カウントダウンを楽しむグッズも用意してくれている。車椅子の利用者でも、バリアフリーで案内してくれます。花火も屋上デッキで見られます。早めにデッキに行かないと、よく見られる場所は難しいかも。
　風が強いとビニールシールドをかけられてしまうので、外の夜景が見えにくくなってしまいます。また、座席は他のグループの相席になることが多いです。他の日本の方との相席の可能性があるので、海外体験！！を期待しているとガッカリしちゃうかもしれません。

The Dolphin Hawaii's boat is a small, engine-powered catamaran. The weather was cloudy with quite a bit of wind, and there was occasional rain coming from the side. On days when the weather isn't great, or on cloudy days in February, it seems necessary to wear a nylon jacket and dress warmly. On windy days, the boat sways quite a bit, but for those who enjoy amusement park rides, the rocking from the waves and the boat's movement can be quite enjoyable.

On the day of the experience, a pod of dolphins was swimming very close to the small catamaran, repeatedly surfacing and diving right in front and beside us. The distance between the dolphins and the boat was quite close, and I was thrilled to watch them swim. We saw a whale for a brief moment, just enough to catch a glimpse of its tail.

There was warm tea provided, and a sports bar where we could freely grab snacks, both of which were delicious and greatly appreciated on the chilly boat. The crew provided friendly and detailed explanations about the ecology of dolphins and whales. I was impressed by the wonderful teamwork of the captain steering the boat and the two staff members who handled explanations and customer interactions.

イルカハワイさんの船は、エンジンで動かされる小さな小さな双胴船です
天気は曇りで結構な風の日でした
時折横からの雨もありました
天気がそんなによくない日や２月の曇り日には、ナイロン製の上着やある程度は着込んで行く必要がありそうです
風がある日は船は結構揺れますが
遊園地アトラクションなどが好きな人には波と船の走りからくる揺れも楽しめるかと思います
体験した当日はイルカの群れが小さな双胴船の直ぐ近く、前や横で浮いたり潜ったりゎ繰り返し、並走したりと、イルカと双胴船からの水面上の距離はかなり近く、イルカの泳ぎを見ていて興奮しました
クジラは少しでしたが一瞬尾びれが見えました
提供された温かいお茶や自由にとって食べられるスポーツバーもありいずれも美味しく肌寒い船上にてかなりありがたく頂けました
イルカやクジラの生態など詳しくフレンドリーに解説してくれたり
操舵される船長さんと解説や客対応をして下さった二人の働き方は素晴らしく感心しました

I arrived in Honolulu on the morning flight the day before and went whale watching on the first evening with Dolphin Hawaii on their small, small catamaran. This time, I had the experience of whale watching on consecutive days. On both days, I was able to see whales.

On the small, small catamaran, I enjoyed watching a pod of dolphins swimming alongside us and what appeared to be a family or siblings playing right next to the boat. However, for those who are prone to seasickness or sensitive to the rocking of the boat, I think it would be more reassuring to board the Star of Honolulu, where you wouldn't have to worry as much about seasickness.

If you're looking for a more thrilling and intimate marine experience, I recommend the small, small catamaran. On both days, I was able to see whales from either boat.

前日にホノルル朝便到着し初日夕刻にイルカハワイさんの小さな小さな双胴船でホエルウォッチングに出ていました　
今回は連日でのホエルウォッチング体験でした
前日、今回とクジラ見ることが叶いました
小さな小さな双胴船では
イルカの群れが並走？並泳？していたり双胴船の直ぐそばで家族？兄弟兄妹？が遊びたわむれていると思われる様子を堪能出来ました
ただ、船酔いする方や揺れや遊園地のアトラクションに弱い方には
スターオブホノルルに乗船する方がより船酔いを心配せずに安心していられるかと思います
より迫力ある身近な海洋体験だと小さな小さな双胴船をお勧めします
今回はどちらの船でも両日共にクジラ見られました

Unfortunately, the weather was cloudy and we couldn't see the sunset, but we enjoyed the night view. The staff were also kind, which was very nice.

あいにく天気は曇りでサンセットは見られませんでしたが夜景を楽しめました。スタッフの方も親切でとてもよかったです。

I rode this 8 years ago, and it was just as fun as I remembered. As you might expect, the prices have gone up, but it's enjoyable, so that's fine. My English isn't great, but the crew took good care of us. There were only two groups of Japanese people, but that was actually nice. We had a little chat. There are three types of canned beer, and since the highball doesn't have carbonation, it will be a ginger highball instead.

8年前にも乗ってますがやっぱり楽しかったです。
お察しのとおり値上がりしてますが
楽しいのでOKです。
こちらは不慣れな英語ですがクルーはちゃんともてなしてくれました。
日本人は2組だけでしたが、これがまた良いんですよね。
ちょっとお話なんかして。
缶ビールは3種類、ハイボールは炭酸が無いのでジンジャーハイボールになります。

It was disappointing that I couldn't experience the whale watching I was looking forward to, but I was able to see the views from the backside of Diamond Head, which made for a valuable experience.

期待していた様なホェールウォッチングが出来なかったのは残念でしたが、ダイヤモンドヘッドの裏側の景色なども見られ、貴重な体験になりました。

My wife and I booked the morning 2hr whale watch cruise and it was breathtaking. The views all the way throughout the cruise was the highlight. Not to mention the whales we spotted in the distance. The cruise staff were all very helpful and welcoming. The pineapple banana bread was one of the best I have ever had! I would recommend this activity to all friends and family that come to Oahu

Most of the guests were from Europe and America, with a few Japanese and Korean people. The guide spoke only in English, mixing in jokes, which made for a lively conversation. I didn't understand everything, but it was fun!

As for the whales, we saw them a few times, but they were quite far away and only surfaced for a few seconds, so we couldn't take any photos. However, the excitement in the air was palpable. If I could wish for something, it would be that other boats were able to see them up close while we were always a bit far away.

The most moving moment was during sunset. The shots with the beautiful yacht were the highlight of this trip.

ほとんどの客は欧米の方々で一部日本人、韓国人。ガイドは英語のみでジョークをまじえ軽快なトークを楽しめました。意味はすべてはわかりませんが笑
肝心のクジラは何回か見えましたが結構遠くで浮上は数秒なのでカメラ撮影はできませんでしたが歓声が沸き場は盛り上がりました。欲を言えば他船は近くで見れていたのにこっちは毎回遠かったことです。
1番の感動はサンセット時。綺麗なヨットとのショットは今回の旅で最高でした。

The food was good and plentiful the entertainment was awesome

We had such a wonderful time on our sunset cruise while in Oahu. Lost track of how many whales we saw while out there. And the staff were so incredibly nice. Special shout out to Vivian who spent some extra time with my son who was feeling very shy. We truly had a lovely night.

I have participated in this tour multiple times, and everyone who has joined has said they were very satisfied. This time, I participated with my daughter, son, their spouses, and four grandchildren, making a total of ten people. The scenery was, of course, amazing! The staff were also very considerate towards the children, and we all had a great time together! We made wonderful memories. Thank you very much!

こちらのツアーは何度も参加してますが…
参加した方　皆さん大満足と言ってくれて…
今回は娘息子夫婦とお孫ちゃん4人10人での参加(^^)
景色は勿論最高😃
スタッフの方も子供達に達　気を使っていただき
みんなで一緒に！良い思い出が出来ましたぁ
ありがとうございました♪

Kevin and Sabrina took really good care of us. The boat was clean, explanations/safety rules were well covered, and everything was catered to how we wanted our ride to go! Whale watching together with our friends was such a precious experience and we would recommend it for everyone. They even gave us local recommendations for restaurants and more whale watching locations. We highly recommend it! (And by we, I mean party of 9 girls to celebrate our bride to be!)

The wind was strong and the waves were high, so unfortunately, we couldn't see any whales. However, the boat hardly rocked, and we enjoyed delicious pineapple banana cake and coffee. The information about the whales was only in English, but they talked a lot, and I was able to learn various things using Google Translate. The view of Diamond Head and Waikiki from the sea was very impressive. If we can't see the whales, we received a ticket to try again for free during the season, so I think I'll give it another shot.

風が強く波が高かったせいか、残念ながらクジラは見れませんでしたが、船はほとんど揺れずにパイナップルバナナケーキとコーヒーを美味しく頂きました。
クジラに関しての情報も英語のみでしたが、沢山話してくださり、Google翻訳を活用して色々と学ぶことができました。
海側からみるダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキがとても印象的でした。
クジラが見れない時は、シーズン中であれば再度無料でチャレンジできる券も頂けたので、もう一度チャレンジしてみようと思います。

We participated in a whale watching tour as a family of four. The size of the boat was large, it swayed little, and it was comfortable. The hospitality and the cake were delicious. However, it was a bit disappointing that we didn't see the whales we were hoping for.

But we were able to see Diamond Head and Aloha Tower from the sea, which can only be viewed from the land, and the vast ocean that stretched on endlessly provided breathtaking views that exceeded our expectations. Although we didn't see any whales, the stunning scenery we experienced more than made up for it.

I believe the various people from different countries who joined the tour were also satisfied. Since we participated from Japan, it’s difficult to visit again soon, but I look forward to joining again next time. Thank you very much.

家族4人でホエールウォッチングツアーに参加しました。
船の規模も大きく揺れも少なく快適、おもてなしのケーキも美味しかったです。
ただ期待してた鯨が見れなかったのが少し残念です。
でも陸地からしか見れないダイアモンドヘッド、アロハタワーを海側から見れたり、ずっと続く広大な海海、期待以上の絶景の展開ばかりでした。鯨が見れなかったけれど、見られた絶景が十分カバーされていました。
一緒にツアーに参加していたいろいろな国々の方も満足されたと思います。
日本からの参加なので、すぐにまた訪れることは難しいですが、次に参加した時に楽しみにしたいと思います。
ありがとうございました。

We were so disappointed with our Sunset Dinner Cruise this week.
Why oh why, when a company has it just right, do they get greedy and take away the finesse?
Having taken the steak & lobster package last year, we were so looking forward to repeating the experience - but it failed to live up to expectations.
The singer couldn't sing; we had to queue for our starter (only lettuce plated at the table; the lobster was not prepared, we were provided with lobster crackers and a pick (not what we were expecting, dressed in our best clothes); there was no finger bowl or wet wipe; our steaks were cold and the server came so infrequently we did not get to use two of our drinks vouchers.
Shame on you.

The banana cake served on board was delicious! There were paper captain hats and coloring pages available for the kids, which made our time on the ship enjoyable and meaningful. Additionally, thanks to the staff's encouragement, we were all excitedly focused on the directions where we might see something, and when we finally spotted it, we all celebrated together. It was a wonderful experience.

船内で提供されるバナナケーキがおいしかったです！子ども用に紙の船長キャップや、塗り絵が用意されていて、船内での時間を有意義に過ごすことができました。また、スタッフの方の声かけで、見える可能性のある方向をわいわい注目して、見えた瞬間にみんなで喜べたことがとても良い時間でした。

The crew will kindly guide you to the directions where you might see the best views! I was very satisfied to see the spouting and jumping, and at the end, two whales crossing paths.

クルーの方が、親切に見える可能性のある方向を教えてくれます！潮吹きやジャンプ、最後には2頭のクジラが交差するところをみられて大満足です。

After setting sail in nice weather, we waited while enjoying pineapple banana cake and coffee as we approached the point. The crew provided explanations about whales, but it was disappointing that I couldn't understand the English. Just when I was starting to give up thinking we might not see any whales today, they finally made an appearance, so I felt lucky.

お天気が良い中の出航後、パイナップルバナナケーキとコーヒーをいただきながらポイントへ近づくのを待ちます。クルーの方から鯨についての説明もありましたが、英語がせっかくのお話が分からなかったので残念。なかなかクジラが現れずに今日はダメかな？と諦めかけた頃にやっと姿を現してくれたのでラッキーでした。

The weather was nice, and I thought I would encounter whales, but they didn't show up... However, the view of Waikiki from the sea was amazing! The staff's service was also polite and great 🎵 I hope to see them next time!

天気も良くクジラに出会えると思ったけど姿を現してくれなかった｡｡
でも海からのワイキキの景色見れて最高でした
またスタッフの対応も丁寧で良かった🎵
次回は会えますように！

Great evening with my Husband. Food and entertainment was awesome. I normally don't do well on boats, but this was a nice smooth ride, stayed focused on my husband all evening and made it through.