All Reviews for Sunset & Cocktail Cruises

Highly recommend the Vow Renewal package! The experience was wonderful from start to finish. The ship is beautiful and staff was so welcoming. We were escorted to our table in the elegant dinning room. Our table was by the window, but every seat has a great view. The package includes cocktails and there are many to choose from. Food was excellent and the presentation was lovely. Service was outstanding! And the vow renewal by the Captain was really, really meaningful. He did a great job and we loved him. They even took photos for us with our phone. (Note: We unfortunately left without taking care of a tip for the Captain and photographer....they really deserved a tip so we are mailing it in.) It was a bit windy so the water got a little choppy. If motion sickness is an issue for you, suggest taking a non-drowsy or ginger-based motion sickness pill before you board. Also, parking was very easy in the gated lot - which is across the street from the Old Spaghetti Factory. We arrived almost an hour early for the cruise, there was plenty of space in the lot, and we had a drink at the Old Spaghetti Factory (a 30 second walk to the ship). Definitely a deluxe experience!

It was a great sunset (as almost all are in Hawaii) meeting some new friends and having some fun with a lively crew. Would recommend for family entertainment as well as enjoyable for 'just the two' of you. It was great to have the pre-boarding show and get to meet some of the crew/cast. The food was good and the crew took very good care of of all.

I have been around catamarans for 30 years and this boat and crew were fantastic!

LOVED that there was time to go swimming off the boat

I wasn't sure where to meet, so I checked the location in advance. I wanted to see the fireworks, so I'm glad I made an early reservation. The waves I was worried about turned out to be fine, and I was just enchanted by the night view and the fireworks! If I were to see this happiness in a flashback at the end of my life, I would want to savor it once more! I ended up crying. Thank you for the delicious drinks. It can get a bit windy, so having a jacket would be good.

集合場所がわからなく、事前に場所を確認しました。花火を観たくていたので、早目の予約をして良かった。
心配だった波は大丈夫なくらいでした、とにかく夜景と花火にうっとり！人生の最後に走馬灯に見るならこの幸せをもう一度噛みしめたい！と泣いてしまいました。美味しいお酒ありがとうございます。少し風があったらするので、上着が有ると良い。

Good cruise, but will get on a larger cat next time

Not worth my time or money. Very disappointing experience.

Last year, we could only make a reservation for the daytime cruise since it was already night when we arrived. This year, we made our reservation through VELTRA from Japan, so we were able to depart with peace of mind.

We have only been on the Holokai Catamaran, but the difference from last year was that we departed from in front of the Halekulani. This was a bit inconvenient.

We had the same captain as last year, and we were grateful that he was attentive both during boarding and after we set sail. He started with fast-paced English to liven up the atmosphere, but we were given a list of instructions and drink menus in Japanese, so there was no confusion at all.

People enjoyed themselves in various ways: some quietly, some danced, some sang, and others took photos with the props provided. The atmosphere varies with the crowd each time, but this time, we were moved to witness a proposal scene (the one where he kneels and asks, "Will you marry me?").

The daytime cruise is certainly fun, but no matter how many times I go, the moment of tranquility as the sun sets is simply unforgettable.

昨年は到着後に既に夜がいっぱいで昼の回しか予約出来ず、今年は日本からVELTRAを通じて予約したので安心して出発出来ました。
私達はホロカイカタマラン号しか乗ったことがありませんが、昨年との違いはハレクラニ前から出航したことです。
これはちょっと面倒でした。
昨年と同じキャプテンで、乗船時や乗船後も気にかけてくれてありがたかったです。
場を盛り上げるために終始早口の英語でスタートしますが、日本語で書かれた注意事項やドリンクメニューの一覧を渡されるので困る事は一切ありません。
静かに楽しむ人、踊る人、歌う人、用意された被り物で写真を撮る人、思い思いに楽しめます。
客層によって毎回雰囲気が違いますが、今回はプロポーズのシーン(ひざまづいてWill you marry me?のやつ！)に立ち会えて感動も倍増。
昼のクルーズももちろん楽しいのですが、
何度乗っても夕陽が沈む頃の静寂がたまらない瞬間です。

Wonderful sunset crew with free drinks. It says 3 drinks are included, but nobody is counting! Riding out on the waves was a lot of fun and it was beautiful seeing Honolulu from the water!

I joined to see the sunset-dyed sea from the water, but unfortunately, it was hidden by clouds, so I couldn't see it. However, a strong and cool woman was handing out Mai Tais, which lifted everyone's spirits and made for a fun sailing experience.

夕焼けに染まる海を海上から見たくて参加しましたが、雲に隠れてしまい、残念ながら見られませんでした。でも、逞しくて、カッコいい素敵な女性が、マイタイ を配りながら、皆さんを盛り上げ、楽しいセーリングになりました。

The shuttle service was excellent, and there were staff members who spoke Japanese, so I felt安心して楽しめました until the end. The waves were so big that I was surprised by the rocking during the meal while we were docked. Several people were feeling seasick, so I think it's best to be prepared if you're going to board.

送迎もバッチリで、日本語が話せるスタッフもいて最後まで安心して楽しめました。
波があまりに大きく、停泊中の食事の最中
から最後まで、揺れに驚かさせれました
何人も酔っている方がいらっしゃったので
覚悟して乗船された方が良いと思います

As always, the hospitality of Mai Tai (the staff are always very kind!), the scenery, the sunset, everything was excellent. Mahalo! I will definitely visit again!

昔と変わらず、マイタイさんのホスピタリティー(スタッフの皆さんはいつもとても親切です！)、景色、サンセット、全てにおいて最高でした。マハロ！また絶対伺います！

Had a great time! Would definitely recommend! Perfect view of the fireworks and the staff was full of energy

After signing up, there were some notes such as needing a windbreaker due to strong winds and that you would get wet up to your knees from getting on from the beach, but I thought it was okay not to worry too much about it. Indeed, the wind was strong, but it was fun and I didn't feel cold. There were only two other groups besides us Japanese.

The atmosphere might change depending on the composition of the members that day, but I thought it would be a very enjoyable event as an experience in Hawaii. I would definitely like to participate again.

申し込み後、風が強いのでウインドブレーカーが必要、ビーチから乗るので、膝くらいまで濡れる、等の注意事項がありましたが、それほど気にしないで大丈夫だと、思いました。確かに、風はすごいのですが、楽しくて寒さは感じなかったです。日本人ほ私達以外２組だけでした。
その日のメンバー構成で、感じは変わりそうですが、ハワイでの体験として、かなり楽しいイベントになると思いました。
また、ぜひ参加します。

Departed right on time for a 45 minute sail all before moving into a great position to view the fireworks. Hosts were pleasant and it was a very nice evening. Tip - wear shorts or a short dress - you may be knee deep in water getting onto and off the catamaran!

Sailing while drinking a Mai Tai. The night view of Waikiki and the sunset orange were exceptionally beautiful. My heart felt relaxed. I thought to myself that I was glad to be alive.

マイタイを飲みながらセーリング。
ワイキキの夜景やサンセットオレンジが格別にきれいでした。こころが、ほぐれていきました。生きてて良かったと思いました。

I have used this place several times to celebrate my father's birthday. It started with a beautiful sunset, and after dinner, we went up to the cabin to enjoy the amazing night view. Each year, more hotels are being built, making the night view more vibrant.

親父の誕生日祝いに何度か利用させてもらってます。きれいな夕日からはじまり、食後はキャビンに上がって最高の夜景が楽しめました。年々ホテルが増えてきて、夜景がにぎやかになってきてます。

So much fun, a highlight of our trip. The crew was wonderful. Highly recommend!!

This cruise was a highlight of our trip. We spent our 34th anniversary with delicious food, wonderful music and great company. we had our own private table but had wonderful people sitting next to ours. The live music was relaxing and entertaining throughout the dinner. Our waitress was very courteous and helpful. We hope to spend another anniversary in the future on the Star of Honolulu!! Quyana - Mahalo - thank you.

It was a very peaceful tour, and I think there’s a chance to encounter whales, but I was satisfied to see them clearly! The food was also very delicious. If I had to say something, I wish I had known in advance how far we would be from the whales, as it felt a bit too far.

とても穏やかなツアーで鯨に出会える確率もあるとは思いますが、しっかりと鯨を見させて頂けて満足！料理もとても美味しくて良かった
しいて言うなら、鯨に近づける距離は事前に解っていたらなーって　ちょいと遠過ぎる気がした

This was our very 1st event when we arrived to Oahu, was so beautiful to see Waikiki from the sea. Got to see sunset and the moon too! They were all very attentive, offered us a drink as soon as we boarded. Even offered to take our pictures. =)
Relaxing and fun experience.

The sunset is beautiful. If you want to feel the essence of Hawaii, I recommend this. The food is generally delicious, and there is a good variety. The cruise lasts about two hours, so the kids might get a little bored, but I think it's a good value for adults to enjoy at a leisurely pace.

夕陽がきれい。ハワイらしさをまず感じるなら、おススメです。料理も普通に美味しく、品揃えもあります。
クルーズ時間が2時間くらいありますので、子供が少し飽きてきますが、大人がゆっくり楽しむにはコスパ良いと思います。

We had a great cruise out on the bay with a fantastic sunset. We had our own drinks, which was great. The crew were perfect and helpful with anything you need. Recommend highly

My wife and I booked last minute to take this tour. The hosts were great and it was a nice way to begin an evening out. Would recommend!

The boat departed the pier just after the posted time. There’s a cash bar onboard and they have the must-haves there; Mai Tai, pina colada, among others. Buffet was open after the sail went up, about 15 minutes into the cruise. Basic stuff, chicken, rice, egg rolls, but nicely done. It’s mid November so the sunset was about 5:50, and on the one side the setting sun, the other Diamond Head and Waikiki, it really is a very nice setting for photos. The crew was friendly and took good care of us. We turned back after an hour and the last 30 minutes or so you also get the night view of Waikiki as the last light disappeared behind the horizon.
Make sure you take a Dramamine If you get sick on boats, because with all the activities in the area wakes can turn even the calmest sea into a roller coaster, and it was pretty windy that day. Also if you don’t show up on time the driver won’t wait, and you’ll just have to get a taxi or uber to the on-site check-in point.

What an experience!! Great food, entertainment and I think we got the best server!! Darian was amazing! Would do it again!

We went as a family! The sunset was beautiful, and the drinks were delicious. We also took pictures with the cheerful captain, making it a wonderful memory. My parents, who are over 60, had a fantastic time! After the sunset, the night view was also very beautiful! However, I strongly recommend wearing clothes that you don't mind getting wet, as you can get quite wet when boarding!

家族で行きました！
夕陽の綺麗さはもちろんのこと、お酒も美味しいし、陽気な船長とも写真を撮ったりととてもいい思い出になりました。
60過ぎた両親も、大満足の時間を過ごせました！
夕陽の後は夜景もとてもきれいでしたよー！
ただ、乗船時に結構濡れるので、濡れてもいい服で行くこと、強くおすすめします！

It was very good. My elderly parents were also fine. The staff were kind people. Seeing a pod of dolphins was a wonderful memory.

とてもよかったです。
高齢の両親でも大丈夫でしと。スタッフも優しい人達でした。
イルカの群れも見れて凄くいい記念になりました。

Neat clean boat, great crew and captain, great drinks and great music 100% recommend!

It was a truly wonderful tour that created amazing memories. There was an American honeymoon couple, and we had a great time during meals. The setting sun was a memory I will cherish for a lifetime. However, I was a bit disappointed that the restaurant crew didn't engage with Japanese people as much compared to others. I wondered if they thought we didn't understand English or if they assumed we wouldn't tip. The tour was fantastic!

とても素晴らしい思い出になるツアーでした。
アメリカ人のハネムーンカップルもいて食事の時も盛り上がりました。
刻々と沈む太陽は一生の思い出になります。
ただ少し残念だったのは、レストランクルーが、他の国の人とくらべ日本人に対しあまりこえかけをしてくれませんでした。
英語がわからない人種と思われてるのか、はたまたチップを渡さない人種と思われたのか
少し気になりました。
ツアーは最高です！