All Reviews for Sunset & Cocktail Cruises

There were no whales.
I feel like crying.
It just turned into a morning cruise.
The scenery was amazing, though.
On the bus back from the dinner cruise, there was a video playing about a guarantee, but what was that about?

クジラいませんでした。
泣きそうです。
ただの朝クルーズとなってしまいました。
景色は最高でしたが。
ディナークルーズの帰りのバスの中で保証付きってビデオ流れていたけどなんなのか?

Wew had a great night, staff were great, it was a shame about the wind coming up

They provided free pickup to and from our hotel. The party was appropriate size. The food was surprisingly good. The crews we're all friendly and they made sure everybody was having a good time. The scenery was absolutely amazing and took loads of great photos. We saw some dolphins follow us and it was a pleasant bonus. We will definitely come back for the next trip.
The only minor problem was they picked us up at 4pm, dropped us off at the pier 4:10pm and we had to wait until 5pm to board the boat.

My husband and I throughly enjoyed the sunset cruise which happened to be on New Year’s Day 2019!
We were impressed by the professionalism and punctuality of the crew from start to finish.
We were picked up by their shuttle who pick up from Waikiki, cost was included. They arranged this at the time of booking.
Our favorite part of the cruise was the intimacy & the fact that we were able to see a whale!
There were 25-30 guests and the catamaran felt spacious and comfortable.
Tips; where something comfortable, long sleeves or sweater is a must. It gets quite windy and chilly. Photo opportunities are endless. Have fun and make sure to purchase the “sippy cup.” It’s a nice keepsake, but most of all it’s essentially more bang for your buck if you’ll be drinking more than the 1 drink ticket that is provided.
Oh and make sure to take Dramamine if you’re worried. about getting seasickz it can be a rocky one. Hope this helps. Enjoy!

It was good my friends and I really enjoyed it. The view was breathtaking & the crew on board were so friendly and helpful. I am a picky eater so the food was alright to me however my friends really enjoyed it. If prone to seasickness, I recommend you take medication before getting onto the boat.

I went on this cruise with my friends as we all met in Hawaii for a little vacation. This dinner cruise was wonderful. We got to see the sunset and the food was delicious however we were just happy to be surrounded by great company and the view. If driving out keep in mind the traffic as it will get busy.

I booked a boat ride through this company, and I had to reschedule twice due to flight delays. They were so helpful and accommodating with these changes. Happy I booked through them!

Not a wildlife outing as advertised. Mostly just a cruise out and back. Some nice views of diamond head but not what I had thought by the ad.

Our family enjoyed the sunset dinner cruise. Unfortunately it was cloudy so we didn’t have much of a sunset, but like others mentioned you just had to get up and go out on the deck as they don’t make any announcement. The food was okay. Service was great. The entertainment was good as well. But i’m not sure It was worth the money so I probably wouldn’t do it again.

It was amazing! I found this tour when I was hesitant about the large dinner cruises. It was a small group, and since there were hardly any Japanese people, the atmosphere was lively and very much like a party abroad! Some people got completely soaked from the splashes, but they enjoyed it nonetheless. The Mai Tai, which is also the name of the boat, comes right from the tap (laughs). Don't forget to bring a jacket, wear something that can get wet, and if you're drinking, make sure to bring your ID. I will definitely join again next time.

最高でした！
サンセットクルーズはしたいものの、大型船のディナークルーズばかりで気乗りがしなかった時に見つけたこのツアー。
少人数で、しかも日本人はほとんどいないので盛り上がり方も海外風の大騒ぎ！
波しぶきで思い切り濡れていた方もいましたが、それさえも楽しんでいました。
船の名前でもあるマイタイはなんと蛇口から出てきます(笑)
上着、濡れても良い格好、お酒を飲む方はIDをお忘れなく。
次回もまた参加します。

I participated with appetizers. I was able to relax while drinking alcohol. Since I was drinking, the appetizers were enough for me.

アペタイザーで参加しました
お酒を飲んで、ゆったり出来ました。
お酒を飲むのでアペタイザーで十分でした。

It was a buffet-style meal, but you can enjoy a luxurious atmosphere with the ship's interior and live performances. Since it was Christmas Eve, they sang Christmas songs and danced, allowing us to spend a leisurely time enjoying the beautiful night view and sunset.

ビュッフェスタイルの食事でしたが、船の内装や生演奏など、豪華な気分が味わえます。クリスマスイヴの参加だったため、クリスマスソングを歌ってくれたり、ダンスを踊ったり、また夜景いや夕焼けを見る贅沢でゆっくりとした時間が過ごせました。

I participated in the Christmas cruise on December 25th. There were fewer Japanese participants than I expected, and the atmosphere on the ship was great, so I was very satisfied! I'm glad I went! The buffet-style food was warm and delicious. The welcome drink was also very tasty.

12月25日のクリスマスクルーズに参加しました。おもっていたよりよ日本人の参加者がかなり少なくて、船のなかの雰囲気もよく、とても満足しました！行って良かったです！ビュッフェ形式のご飯もあたたかく、美味しく食べられました。ウェルカムドリンクのお酒もとってもおいしかったです。

As the captain mentioned, the sunset was beautifully visible with the perfect weather. We went around the back of Diamond Head, and the view from the sea was amazing. On the mountain side, there were clouds, and after the rain, a beautiful rainbow appeared. We enjoyed beers and cocktails, truly savoring the essence of Hawaii.

キャプテンも最高のお天気と話していた通り、サンセットもキレイに見えました。
ダイアモンドヘッドの裏側まで周り、海からの景色も最高でした。山側には雲がかかって雨が降ったあとの虹もキレイでした。
ビールやカクテルも楽しめてこれぞハワイを満喫しました。

We had such an awesome time cruising on the Na Homs Catamaran Booze Cruise! The weather was 75 and sunny, the staff was friendly and inviting. The waves were tolerable and there was plenty of sitting space on the sail boat, could not have asked for a better 25th birthday!!

My husband and our friends really enjoyed the view of Honolulu and the fireworks!

This is my second time using this service this year. I was able to see a wonderful sunset, and the sea breeze was refreshing. The atmosphere on the boat was great, and the Mai Tais and beer were delicious. They even gave us snacks as a gift on the way back. I plan to ride again when I go to Hawaii.

今年2回目の利用です。素晴らしいサンセットが見れましたし、潮風も爽快です。船の上の雰囲気も良くて、マイタイやビールもおいしい。帰りにはお菓子もプレゼントまで有りました。またハワイに行った際には乗るつもりです。

It was a short stay, but it became my best memory. The sunset, the night view, the expressions of Waikiki town, and the sight of the sun sinking on the horizon with buildings and many yachts were wonderful. Also, on this day, the wind was strong, and the waves were higher than usual for winter, but riding the music and the waves made it the best activity without feeling dizzy. The Americans were very high-energy. Perhaps due to the season, there were few Japanese people around.

短期滞在でしたが、いちばんの思い出に。
夕焼け～夜景とワイキキの町の表情や、水平線に沈む太陽を視界にビル、たくさんのヨットなどの眺めがステキでした。また、この日は風が強く、波は冬場としては高めでしたが、音楽と波にのり、酔うことなく、最高のアクティビティとなりました。アメリカ人はハイテンションでした。時期柄？日本人は少なかったです。

Everything was perfect. A very nice bus ride to the ship, all you can eat snow crab legs diner, the wonderful service & entertainment & of course the beautiful views.

I made a reservation as a reward for completing the Honolulu Marathon in December! I was worried about whether it would take place since it often rains during this time. When I arrived at the meeting point, there were a lot of people gathered. I thought it would be good to prepare the following: 1) a windbreaker or raincoat, 2) bottoms that I expected would get wet up to my knees, 3) personally, I wanted leg warmers that I wouldn't mind getting wet since my body would get cold in the second half, 4) I would take off my shoes, and 5) a plastic bag that I could carry diagonally over my shoulder to hold these items (there is storage available, but it might not be usable due to the large number of people). First, I showed my voucher at the nearby desk, then took off my sandals to enter the designated beach. Once the cruising started, the drink bar opened, and the staff served us. We moved to a point where we could enjoy the sunset, but during that time, they let us enjoy some surfing, so be careful of splashes and seasickness. By the way, motion sickness medication is sold at LAWSON in Sheraton Waikiki. After watching the sunset, we enjoyed the night view of Waikiki from the sea for a while. When we went, there were about half Japanese and half people from other countries. There were various people, some actively enjoying conversations and others quietly enjoying the scenery and drinks. In any case, it was a great experience!

12月のホノルルマラソンを完走したご褒美に！と予約しました。この時期、雨がよく降るので決行されるか心配でした。集合場所に行くとたくさん人が集まっていました。用意した方が良いと思ったのは①ウィンドブレーカー又はレインコート、②膝下が濡れると想定されたボトムスを着用、③後半、とにかく身体が冷えるので個人的には濡れても良いレッグウォーマーが欲しくなりました④靴は脱ぎます。⑤これらを入れて肩から斜めがけできるビニール袋（収納場所もあるけど人数が多くて使えない事もあります）。先ずはバウチャーを付近のデスクに見せてから、サンダルを脱いで専用のビーチに入場します。クルージングが始まるとドリンクバーがオープンし、スタッフがサービスしてくれます。途中、サンセットを楽しめるポイントに移動するのですが、その際波乗りを楽しませてくれるので、水飛沫、船酔いには注意です。因みに酔い止め薬はシェラトンワイキキホテルのLAWSONでも販売しています。日が沈むのを見たら次は沖から見えるワイキキの夜景をしばらく楽しみます。私達が行った時は日本人とそれ以外の国の方と半々くらいでした。積極的に会話を楽しまれる方、寡黙に景色とお酒を楽しむ方、様々です。いずれにせよ体験して良かったの一言です！

Cruise on blue water is cool. Right music and enjoy unlimit drinks. Energing crew. Message for remind is great. Will return oN my next vacation here. Would recommend to my friends .

We appreciated the enthusiasm of the crew, personalized attention, and the freshly made cocktails. I would not only recommend this group to others, but when we return we will definitely do another tour! Thank you.

This is my second time using it. Since there is an all-you-can-drink option, I think the "Sunset Cruise" is irresistible for alcohol lovers!

2度目の利用です。
ドリンク飲み放題なので、お酒好きにはたまらない”サンセットクルーズ”だと思います！！

It was much more fun than I had imagined!
Turning off the engine and moving with the power of the wind felt really nice.
It was enjoyable to sail through the blue sea before sunset and to see Diamond Head, and the sunset was, of course, beautiful.
The two staff members always kept the atmosphere lively, making it a fun experience throughout.

Points to note:
- Depending on where you sit, you might get splashed by the waves (if you don't sit at the edge, you won't get wet at all).
- Since it was December, it got cold after sunset, so having a jacket like a hoodie would be a good idea.

想像していたよりもずっと、楽しかったです！
エンジンを切って、風の力で進むので、とても気持ち良いです。
日が落ちる前に、青い海を進むのも、ダイヤモンドヘッドを見るのも楽しく、サンセットは言うまでもなく綺麗でした。
スタッフの方2名は、常に船を盛り上げてくれ、終始楽しい雰囲気でした。

注意点は、
・座る場所によっては思いっきり波を受けて濡れること(端っこに座っていなければ全く濡れることはありません)
・12月だったので、日没後は寒くなるので、パーカーなどの上着があるといいと思います

Had a great time on the cruise with my friend and her family! Everyone couldn’t wait for the all you can eat crab legs! Once we took off everyone was having a awesome time watching the scenic view as we ate and later walked around. The kids we having so much fun watching the entertaining dancers then even more fun when they got to dance too! The crew, the food & the entertainment were amazing!

I was torn between another cruise and this one until the very end, but choosing this one was the right decision. The other cruise ships had different floors depending on the rank, and it seemed that the cheaper ranks had cramped seating and were difficult to move around in. Perhaps because it was a weekday, this cruise ship had spacious floors that we could enjoy. Inside, we had a delicious buffet, and afterwards, I was able to enjoy a cocktail that I ordered for an extra charge while taking in the sunset on the deck with my friends. Additionally, there were Japanese staff members, which made me feel at ease. After the sunset, everyone was dancing and having fun to the live ukulele band inside. The music from inside was also connected to speakers on the deck, and the foreign girls on the deck were singing along while dancing lightly. The ship was beautiful, and I was very satisfied.

もう一隻のクルーズと最後まで迷いましたが
こちらにして正解でした。
他社のクルーズ船はランクによって階がちがい
安いランクだと席が狭く動きづらいかったようです。
こちらのクルーズ船は平日だったためか
フロアーが広々と使えていました。
中では美味しいビュフェを食べてそのあとは
別料金で頼んだカクテル片手に甲板で風にあたりながら優雅にサンセットを友人達と過ごせました。
また、日本人スタッフもいて安心して過ごせました。
サンセット後は中のフロアーでは
ウクレレの生バンドにあわせて
みんなでダンスしたり楽しそうにしていました。
甲板にもスピーカーで中の音楽がつながっており
甲板にいた海外の女の子は軽く踊りながら
みんなで熱唱していました。
船も綺麗で大満足でした。

We visited Hawaii as a family for my sister's wedding, participating in a sunset sailing tour with my family (children aged 11 and 5), my brother's family (children aged 7 and 4), and our parents (over 60). Everyone, including my parents, was very satisfied and enjoyed the tour. To help those who will participate in the future, I will share my experience step by step.

(1) "Reservation"
I made the reservation through the VELTRA website. There were no particular issues, and the application process was straightforward. Since there were 10 family members participating, I made the reservation as early as possible. I believe changes to the number of participants or cancellations were possible, so I recommend making an early reservation.

(2) "Check-in (on the day)"
We participated around late November. Since we were informed that the check-in time was at 4:30 PM, we made sure to arrive 15 minutes early. However, we had some time to spare before boarding (I can't remember the exact time, but it was around 4:45 PM or 5 PM), which made us feel a bit idle. The meeting point was a small beach near the Sheraton, and if the wait is long, it might get boring. If you know the exact meeting location, I think it's fine to head there right at the check-in time (4:30 PM).

(3) "Boarding"
We boarded the yacht that was docked at the beach near the Sheraton Hotel. As stated on the voucher, you will need to climb three steps of a ladder from the beach, so your lower legs will almost certainly get wet. It's better to wear clothes that won't be a problem if they get wet, as my family had someone who wore long pants because I forgot to mention this, and they had to roll up their pants to board.

(4) "Start of sailing"
Once on board, two crew members explained various things in English. They spoke quite fluently, so it was difficult to understand everything, but here are the main points:
1. It's fine to walk on both ends of the yacht's bow.
2. The central part of the yacht's bow is dangerous, so do not move there.
3. All drinks are unlimited! (Note: While the tour reservation states "unlimited drinks," the voucher mentions that ID (passport or international driver's license, etc.) will be required for alcohol purchases, which can be a bit confusing, but it is indeed "unlimited drinks"!)

(5) "During sailing"
During the sailing, you are not required to stay seated and can move around freely. When we participated, there were quite a few people, and the seats were full (probably because it was the day before Thanksgiving). Also, I think the participants were about half Japanese and half foreigners. The atmosphere on the yacht was relaxed, allowing for enjoyable conversations with other participants, which was very fun. Additionally, there is a restroom on the yacht, located below deck. It was a bit cramped, but we could use it without any issues.

(6) "Disembarking"
When disembarking, you will also get a bit wet, just like when boarding, so please be careful. It may also be a bit dark, so watch out if you have children with you. As for tips, I think you can hand them to the crew members when you disembark.

妹の結婚式のため家族でハワイへ訪れ、私の家族（子供11歳、5歳）、兄の家族（子供7歳、4歳）、両親（60歳以上）でサンセットセーリングに参加しました。両親含め、全員大満足でツアーを楽しむことができました。 これから参加する方のため、順を追って体験談を書き残しておきます。 (1)"予約時" 予約はVELTRAのサイトから実施しました。特に悩むところもなく申し込みできました。 家族10名の参加だったため、できるだけ早く申し込んでおきました。 予約人数の変更やキャンセルも可能だったと思いますので、早めの予約をお勧めします。 (2)"チェックイン時（当日）" 参加したのは11月下旬ごろでした。 チェックイン時間は16時半と事前に連絡があったため、15分前に到着するように移動しました。 ただ、乗船時間(16時45分？17時？正確な時間は忘れました）まで、時間があり、時間を持て余しました。 集合場所は、シェラトンのそばの小さなビーチで、待ち時間が長いと退屈してしまうかもしれません。 集合場所が正確にわかっているのであれば、チェックイン時間（16時半）ちょうどに向かっても問題ないと思います。 (3)"乗船時" シェラトンホテルそばのビーチに、ヨットが停まっているため、そのヨットに乗船することになります。 バウチャーに記載の通り、ビーチから3段のはしごを上ることになるため、ほぼ確実に膝下は濡れます。 バウチャーの通り、膝下が濡れても問題ない服装で参加するようにしたほうがいいです。 私の家族は、私が伝えそびれていて、長ズボンで参加する人もいて、ズボンを巻き上げて乗船しなければならくなってしまいました。 (4)"セーリング開始時" 乗船すると、船員（2名）が英語で、いろいろと説明してくれます。 かなり流暢な英語で説明されるので、すべて理解するのは難しいですが、ポイントは次の通りかと思います。 ①ヨット先端の両端は歩いて移動しても問題ない。 　 ②ヨット先端の中央部は危ないので、移動しないこと。 　 ③お酒すべて飲み放題！ (※)ツアー予約時は「飲み放題」とありますが、バウチャーに「アルコール購入の際はID(パスポートや国際免許証等)の提示が求められます。」と記載されており、少し混乱しますが、「飲み放題」です！ (5)"セーリング中" セーリング中は、座席に座っている必要はなく、自由に動くことが可能です。 私たちが参加したときは、かなり多くの方が参加しており、座席は満席でした（サンクスギビングデーの前日だったからだと思います）。 また、参加者は、半数は日本人、半数は外国人、という感じだったと思います。 ヨット上で自由な雰囲気なので、ほかの参加者の方とも楽しく会話でき、非常に楽しかったです。 なお、ヨット内にはトイレが設置されていますのでご安心ください。トイレはヨットの地下にありました。少し狭いですが、問題なく使うことができました。 (6)"下船時" 下船時も、乗船時と同じく少し濡れてしまうので、気を付けてください。 また、少し暗くなっているので、お子様連れの場合は気を付けてあげてください。 また、チップについては、下船時に船員の方にお渡しすればいいと思います。

The food was okay and the show was good. Since the cruise was floating slow we felt seasick.

Every time I come to Honolulu, I always go on a sunset cruise, and I consistently choose the Mai Tai Catamaran. I've tried various options, including large dinner boats and other catamarans, but depending on the wind that day, the speed of the boat adds to the experience, making it one of the best ways to enjoy the sunset. Since it's off the coast of Waikiki, the boat doesn't rock too much, so I think you'll have a great time. However, the staff and crew mainly speak English, but I don't think it will be a problem even if you can't speak it.

！ホノルルに来る度に毎回サンセットクルーズをする様になりましたが、決まって乗るのはマイタイカタマランになりました。ディナー付きの大型船から他のカタマランなど色々乗ってみましたが、当日の風にもよりますが船のスピード感も有り、一番リアルにサンセットが楽しめるのでは無いでしょうか？ ワイキキ沖なので余り船も揺れませんし楽しめると思います。但しスタッフやクルーはほぼ英語オンリーですね、特に話せなくても問題は無いと思いますが。

Had an amazing trip..the crew were very friendly accommodating and want u to have a good time...we loved the mai tai's the music.....sitting in the boom net at the front of the boat best thing we've done in waikiki 5 stars mahalo..just do it!