Reviewed by: いけちゃん
I had never been to Hawaii during whale watching season before, and this was my first attempt at whale watching. I boarded the boat with high expectations, but unfortunately, I wasn't able to see any whales... tears. The morning boat ride was pleasant with the sea breeze, but it's still disappointing not to see anything. We were returning home the next day, so we didn't use it, but I heard that if you don't see any whales, you can receive a free boarding ticket. (Transportation to the boat is separate.) I thought it was nice that they have such care in place.
これまでクジラが見られる時期にハワイにきたことがなく、ホエールウォッチング初挑戦でした。期待を膨らませて船に乗りましたが、残念ながらクジラを見ることはできませんでした…涙
早朝の船で海風も心地よかったのですがやっぱり見れないと残念ですよね。
私達は翌日帰国だったので使いませんでしたが、見れなかった場合は無料乗船券を貰えるそうです。(船までの送迎は別途必要)そういったケアがあるところはいいなと思いました。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/02 |
Reviewed by: konchan
We participated as a couple. The experience lasted about 15 to 20 minutes, but time flowed very slowly, and we were able to see sea turtles and fish up close. We were very satisfied!! During the waiting time, we could have gone snorkeling, but unfortunately, I got seasick and couldn't do it. However, since there are two types of activities available, I highly recommend it!! The timing was from morning to early afternoon, so we were able to enjoy shopping back in Waikiki as well! My husband and I were looking for activities that could be done in half a day, so this tour was perfect for our wishes. I would love to participate again.
夫婦2人で参加。
15〜20分程度ですがとてもゆっくりとした時間が流れておりウミガメも魚もとても近くで見ることが出来ました。大満足です!!
待ち時間にはシュノーケリングも出来ましたが、
残念なことに私が船酔いしてしまいできなかったのですが2種類のアクティビティが出来るのでとてもオススメです!!
時間は朝から昼過ぎだったので、ワイキキに戻って買い物も楽しめました!私達夫婦も半日で出来るアクティビティを探していたのでこのツアーは私たちの希望にピッタリでした♩
また参加したいです。
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/22 |
Reviewed by: 初ワイハ
I had a hard time figuring out the meeting place, and even when it was time, there was no sign, so I was wandering around the harbor. I was happy about the all-you-can-drink beer, but the cruise distance was too close to Oahu, and there were no whales around here, as expected. It felt a bit overpriced.
集合場所が分からず、時間になっても表示もなくハーバーの周りを右往左往して大変でした。
ビール飲み放題は嬉しかったが、クルーズする距離がオアフに近くこの辺りではクジラはいないでしょという距離で、案の定現れませんでした。ちょっと高い料金に感じました。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/30 |
Reviewed by: MOCOMITSU
Since I was with a small child, they were already happy just to see lots of little fish, but they were even more delighted to see several sea turtles! ✨
小さい子供と一緒だったので、小さい魚がいっぱいいるだけで喜んでいたのですが、海ガメが何匹も見れてさらに大喜びでした✨
Thank you for your review! We are very happy that you and your child enjoyed your submarine adventure with us! Experiencing marine life up close while diving in an actual submarine is often a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and we are glad you were able to see incredible marine creatures! We hope to welcome you and your family again soon. Thank you!
レビューのマハロ!私たちはあなたとあなたの子供が私たちと一緒にあなたの潜水艦の冒険を楽しんだことをとても幸せです!実際の潜水艦に潜りながら海洋生物を間近で見るのは、一生に一度の経験であることが多く、信じられないほどの海洋生物を見ることができたことを嬉しく思います!私たちはあなたとあなたの家族をすぐに再び歓迎することを望みます。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/31 |
Reviewed by: Ashton
I can't say enough about how amazing this crew is and how much fun we had! The boat is so nice with two different net lounge seating areas at the front with seating space inside the cabin as well. We saw so many dolphins and the crew made everyone feel very comfortable snorkeling. They were also great with pointing out all of the different marine life that they found so we even got to see a couple of sea turtles! I would definitely recommend this tour for anyone looking for a nice day out on the West side!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/24 |
Reviewed by: かずとし
When the submarine dives, it becomes stable and comfortable. There were many fish around the coral reefs and sunken ships, which was enjoyable. Above all, I was thrilled when a sea turtle swam right in front of me—there were several of them! I think this is an experience you can't have often, so I recommend trying it at least once.
潜水艦が潜航すると揺れなくなるので快適です。
魚しょうや沈没船の周りには、多くの魚がいて楽しかったです。なんと言っても突然目の前でホヌが泳いできたのは、感激しました。それも、何匹も。なかなか経験できないと思うので一度体験しましょう。
マハロ(ありがとう)レビューをいただきありがとうございます!ハワイの海洋生物を探検して楽しんでいただけてとても嬉しいです。私たちと一緒に冒険を楽しんでいただけたことを嬉しく思います。またすぐにお会いできることを願っています!マハロ!
Mahalo for your review! We’re so happy you enjoyed your time exploring Hawaii's marine life. We're glad you had a fun time adventuring with us. We hope you’ll join us again soon! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/21 |
Reviewed by: MsTravelGal
"We got no troubles, life is the bubbles, under the sea!" It was inevitable that "Under the Sea" from The Little Mermaid would be playing through my head on this tour. I've always been fascinated by ocean life and would love to someday learn how to scuba dive...but until then, this submarine tour is the perfect--and only--way to explore the world under the sea.
The shuttle out to the dive site not only provided great views of Diamond Head and Waikiki, but also gave us the chance to see exactly where we'd be descending and what part of the bay we'd be exploring.
I've actually done this tour twice and enjoyed it just as much the second time. On both tours we saw sea turtles, star fish, and tons of fish in various shapes, sizes, and colors. During the second tour we also got the chance to see two scuba divers exploring one of the sunken ships.
The crew were all very friendly and knowledgeable and provided lots of interesting facts and details about what we were seeing.
I highly recommend this tour to anyone interested in seeing a completely different world, so unlike what we see every day on land. Take Sabastian's advice and go "under the sea!"
Mahalo for your 5-star review! We are so happy to hear that you enjoyed your recent experience with us. We love hearing that you were able to see some amazing views. We're also excited you were able to see some great marine life! We hope to have the pleasure of welcoming you back aboard in the future! A hui hou (until next time).
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/23 |
Reviewed by: eponta
This was my third time participating in whale watching, but unfortunately, there were no signs of them coming to the surface this time.
It was disappointing, but the weather was nice, and I had a great time leisurely watching Waikiki Beach. I felt a bit anxious when I saw black smoke rising from the sea.
I hope to try again next time!
3度目のホエールウォッチングへの参加でしたが、今回はご縁がなく一度も水面に上がってくる気配がありませんでした~
残念でしたが、お天気がよくワイキキビーチをのんびり眺める良い時間でした。
海上より立ち上がる黒い煙を眺めるタイミングにザワザワしてしまいました。
また次回リベンジしたいと思います!
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that the whales did not make an appearance. However, we are very pleased that the weather was favorable. We hope you will join us again on your next visit to Hawaii, and we will continue to strive for improvement.
この度は、スターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。鯨が姿を見せずに本当に残念に思います。でも、お天気に恵まれたことは、心より嬉しく感じております。またハワイにお越しの際に、再乗船していただけるのを願いながら、より改善に努力してまいります。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/19 |
Reviewed by: おくとぱす
At first, I was worried about whether I would see whales, but once we got out to sea, I was able to see spouts and the tails as they entered the water. I couldn't see the whole whale, but it was great to witness such a dynamic scene.
Additionally, the weather was calm that day, and the sea breeze felt refreshing, washing away my worries.
I opted for breakfast this time, but it felt a bit rushed to grab it before departure, so I didn't really enjoy it leisurely. This was a disappointing aspect, but I plan to skip breakfast next time.
While whales are the main attraction, enjoying the view of Waikiki from the sea while feeling the ocean breeze is also a delight.
はじめはクジラが見れるか不安でしたが、いざ海に出てみると潮吹きや海に入る際の尾びれなどを見ることができました。くじらの全体像は見れませんでしたが、ダイナミックな光景を見れたのはよかったです。
また、この日は風も穏やかで海風が気持ちよく、気持ちを洗い流された感じです。
今回は朝食を付けたのですが、出港前にあわただしく取りにいく感じてゆっくり食べた気はしませんでした。このあたりは残念な点でしたが、次回は朝食無しでお願いするつもりです。
クジラがメインではありますが、海風にあたりながら海からワイキキを見るのも一興です。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly delighted that you were able to see whales. It seems you also enjoyed the Hawaiian climate. Regarding the busy breakfast, we will share your valuable feedback with our staff and work on improvements.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クジラが姿をあらわしたことは、本当に喜んでおります。また、ハワイの気候をたのしんで頂けた様ですね。慌ただしい朝食にかんしましては、貴重なご意見をスタッフと共有させて頂き、改善に努力してまいります。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/16 |
Reviewed by: りーさん
The free coupon mentioned in the reviews can only be used this season, so it seems like it's limited to residents...
The breakfast was delicious!
口コミに書いてあった次回使える無料クーポンは
今シーズンのみとのことできっと行けるのは住んでる方限定ですね、、
朝食美味しかったです!
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. Regarding the coupons, our staff will work hard to improve them to make them more user-friendly for travelers. We truly appreciate your valuable feedback.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クーポンにつきましては、旅行者の皆さまにも使いやすくする改善に向け、スタッフ一同で努力してまいります。貴重なご意見、本当にありあがとうございました。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/19 |
Reviewed by: たろう
I was disappointed that I couldn't see any whales. I tried hard to find them, but I couldn't. I heard that I could get a re-boarding ticket, but there is no transportation provided, and if I don't see any whales next time, I would feel even more disappointed, so I decided not to take the re-boarding ticket.
クジラにあえず残念でした。がんばって探したのですが、見つからず。再乗船券ももらえるようですが、送迎などは無く、次回もクジラに会えなかったらもっと残念に思うので、再乗船券はもらいませんでした。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/15 |
Reviewed by: たかちゃん
They jumped beautifully with Diamond Head in the background. I wish they could jump again since we could see it so close to the land.
ダイヤモンドヘッドをバックにして綺麗にジャンプしてくれました。あんなに陸の近くで見れるなんて、もう一回ジャンプしてほしかった。
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your experience. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you back on board when you visit Hawaii again.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。楽しめて頂けたご様子で、私共も大変嬉しく思っております。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/18 |
Reviewed by: mt-09
The weather was calm, and the boat seemed to be less crowded, allowing us to enjoy it leisurely.
We encountered dolphins along the way, but unfortunately, we didn't see any whales.
I had heard that this time of year has a high chance of seeing them, so that was a bit disappointing...
穏やかな天気のなか
船も空いてる様で
ゆったりと楽しめました
途中イルカに遭遇しました
ただ残念ながら鯨は見れませんでした
この時期高い確率で見れると言う事でしたが
そこだけが残念…
Thank you very much for boarding with us. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you aboard again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はご乗船頂きまして、誠に有難うございます。またハワイにお越しの際には、ご乗船頂けますよう、スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げます。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: トシちやん
I often go to Hawaii during summer vacation, but this time I decided to go in January for the first time, so I participated in a whale watching cruise to see the winter whales. It was a cloudy day with strong winds and high waves, which might be why the whales were not showing up. The captain announced that we would be turning back today, and the boat started to head back.
Then, from the other side, there was a cheer! Surprisingly, a whale was spouting water! And even its large tail fin! The boat made another U-turn to get closer to the whale. I'm grateful to the kind captain.
ハワイは夏休みに行くことが多く、今回はじめて1月に行くことになったので、冬のくじらに会いたいとホエールウォッチングクルーズに参加しました。この日は曇り空で風も強く、波が高かったせいかなかなか鯨が出てきてくれず、キャプテンから今日はUターンするとのアナウンスがあり船は引き返すことに。
そこへ反対側からなにやら歓声が!なんと、鯨が潮を吹いているではありませんか!そして大きな尾びれまで!
船はもう一度Uターンして鯨のそばまで行ってくれました。やさしいキャプテンに感謝です。
Thank you very much for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly delighted that you enjoyed the cruise. We will continue to strive for improvement while hoping you will join us again on your next visit to Hawaii. Thank you very much.
この度は、スターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうありがとうございます。クルーズを満喫して頂き本当に心より嬉しく感じております。またハワイにお越しのさいに再乗船していただけるのを願いながらより改善に向けて努力してまいります。本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/14 |
Reviewed by: いがいが
We will travel by boat until we board the submarine. The weather was clear, and I truly felt the essence of Hawaii with the stunning scenery. The boat had restrooms and air conditioning.
We will transfer from the boat to the submarine on the water.
Inside the submarine, there were two rows of benches in the center, facing the windows from the bow to the stern. It didn't feel cramped.
However, the view from the crucial windows was disappointing. I could hardly see anything. The visibility was about 15 meters, and there were only a few moments when fish were visible. I did see a sunken fighter jet and a shipwreck on the seabed.
Including waiting and travel time, you should plan for about three hours. Additionally, it costs over 10,000 yen per person.
It might be better to consider other activities.
潜水艦に乗るまで、船で移動します。晴天で、大変素晴らしい光景に ハワイらしさを実感しました。船には、トイレも有り、冷房も有りました。
海上で 船から潜水艦に乗りかえます。
潜水艦の内部は、中央にベンチが二列 船首から船尾まで 背中合わせに 窓に向かって設置してありました。窮屈感は無かったです。
肝心な窓からの景色は、期待外れでした。 ほとんど 何も見えません。視界は15m程度でその中に魚がいる時間は、ほんのわずかでした。海底に沈む戦闘機や沈没船は見れました。
待ち時間や移動時間を含めると3時間は見ておく必要が有ります。 また、一人1万円を超えます。
他のアクティビティを検討した方が良いかもしれません。
Aloha! Thank you for sharing your review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the shuttle boat to the submarine! However, we are very disappointed to learn that it wasn't as exciting as you expected. Often, the ocean can be completely unpredictable, and sightings of marine life can vary by time. We appreciate your valuable feedback and please do share it with the team. Mahalo!
アロハ!レビューを共有していただきありがとうございます。潜水艦へのシャトルボートに乗って楽しんでいるのを聞いてうれしいです!しかし、私たちはあなたが期待していたほどエキサイティングではなかったことを知って非常に失望しています。多くの場合、海はまったく予測不可能であり、水中生物の目撃は時間によって異なります。貴重なご意見をお待ちしております。ぜひチームで共有してください。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: B&D
Had a great time, saw momma and baby whales but now tails to shallow to dive. Fun day
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| Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: しょう
I participated in a submarine tour for the first time this time. Exploring the seabed in the submarine was beautiful and fun. It was a great tour where I even got to see sea turtles.
今回初めての潜水艦ツアーに参加させてもらいました。
潜水艦での海底探索は、景色が綺麗で楽しかったです。
海亀にもあえて良いツアーでした。
Thank you for your review! We are glad to hear that you enjoyed exploring the marine life in Hawaii. We are happy that you had a fun time adventuring with us. Please join us again soon. Thank you!
レビューのマハロ!ハワイの海洋生物を探索する時間を楽しんでくださったことを嬉しく思います。私たちと一緒に冒険して楽しい時間を過ごしてくれてうれしいです。またすぐにご参加ください。マハロ!
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| Packages: | スタンダード・サブマリン<定員48名>(2018年12月31日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/12/09 |
Reviewed by: Disappointed
Disappointed to not see any whales, dolphins, pretty marine fish. Captain should skip the corny puns. Beautiful boat ride but not as advertised.
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| Packages: | Now Available! Daytime Cruise (25% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
Reviewed by: Japanese sumo
The weather was nice, with a blue sky.
Smaller than the ship I imagined.
I took off my flip-flops and boarded.
It was quite rocky, a bit scary.
Suddenly, a whale appeared.
It was a bit far away, but I could see it spouting water.
The captain? The old man brought us drinks, nice!
It was a fun time!
天気は良く、青空。
想像していた船より、小さい。
ビーサンを脱いで、乗船。
なかなかの揺れ、ちと怖い。
突然現れた、クジラ。
ちょっと遠いけど、潮吹き見られた。
船長?のおじさん、飲み物持ってきてくれて、ナイス!
楽しいひと時でした!
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/26 |
Reviewed by: イッチー
The weather was cloudy, so I wasn't expecting much from the sea, but I was surprised by the clarity of the water, which was clear enough to see the bottom. We were able to see quite a few dolphins. There were about 100 dolphins, and a group of around 20 swam right beneath us, which was amazing. They also provided support for those who couldn't swim, which was reassuring.
There were about 40 people on the experience, and quite a few (about half were Japanese) got seasick. We were fine because we took medication, but by the second half of the activities, half of the Japanese participants were exhausted and resting.
For safety reasons, canoes were accompanied by staff, and the zup was tethered, which was a bit disappointing, but I think it's necessary because the sea can be dangerous.
On the way back, we were able to watch and even dance the hula, which was fun. Since the weather was cloudy, having a jacket or towel during breaks was essential. There were women who were shivering from the cold.
It's definitely better to rent a wetsuit! It helps with the cold, but also protects against jellyfish stings. Even though it wasn't jellyfish season, I unfortunately got stung in several places.
天候は曇りだったので、海期待していなかったですが入ってみたら底が見える程の透明度で驚いた。そしてかなりの数のイルカを見ることができた。
100頭程いての20頭位の群れが自分達の下を泳いでるのには感度しました。
見れない人泳げないに対してのサポートもしてくれたので安心です。
体験には40人程いてかなりの人(日本人5割位)が船酔いしていました。自分達は薬飲んでいたので大丈夫でしたが、後半のアクティビティでは日本人の半数はグッタリして休んでいました。
安全上カヌーはスタッフ同伴、ザップは紐で固定されていて少し残念でしたが、海は怖いので必要だと思います。
帰りにフラダンスも見れたり一緒に踊ったりできて楽しかったです。
天候が曇りだったので、終わった後や休憩中の上着やタオルは必須です。女性で寒くて震えている人もいました。
ウエットスーツは借りたほうが絶対にいいです!寒さ凌げるのもありますが、クラゲに刺されます。クラゲの時期ではないにも関わらず運悪く何ヶ所も刺されました。
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| Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/13 |
Reviewed by: ふみゆこ
I went with a second grader and a preschooler. It was a wonderful tour. A woman who spoke Japanese kindly explained various things to us. On the boat to the submarine, we saw one turtle and three whales very close by. The way the submarine appeared was very dramatic. After diving, we encountered sharks, turtles swimming side by side, and pufferfish, and on the way back, we clearly saw the tail of a whale right next to our boat.
小学2年生と年中さんと行きました。とても素晴らしいツアーでした。日本語を話せる女の人がとても親切に色々説明もしてくれました。
潜水艇に乗るまでの船で、すぐ近くに亀1匹、鯨3頭いました。潜水艇の登場の仕方もとてもドラマチックでした。沈んでからサメや並んで泳ぐ亀、河豚などにも出会え、また帰りの船のすぐ横で、鯨の尻尾がはっきり見えました。
Thank you for your wonderful review! We are honored that you and your group were able to participate in deep-sea diving. We are glad to hear that you had an amazing trip! We take pride in providing a unique experience that appeals to all age groups, and we are thrilled that you and your group enjoyed viewing marine life from the comfort of the submarine. Thank you for joining us, and we look forward to seeing you on another underwater adventure!
あなたの素晴らしいレビューのためのマハロ!あなたとあなたのグループが深海でのダイビングに参加できたことを光栄に思います。あなたが素晴らしい旅行をしたことを嬉しく思います!すべての年齢層にアピールするユニークな体験を提供することに誇りを持ち、潜水艦の快適さから海洋生物を見ることを楽しんでいるあなたとあなたのグループはとてもうれしいです。ご参加いただき、ありがとうございます。別の水中アドベンチャーでお会いしましょう
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| Packages: | 【期間限定割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/14 |
Reviewed by: フーちゃん
It's understandable since it's the rainy season, but the weather was bad and the boat was really rocky. I feel like I missed out on lunch because I couldn't eat anything. I was also disappointed that I couldn't see any whales.
雨季だから仕方ないんですが、天気が悪くて船が凄く
揺れました。
ランチも、何も食べられなくて損した気がします。
鯨も見られなくて、ガッカリ
We are truly sorry that we were unable to meet your expectations this time. We would like to improve our services to ensure that you can enjoy your experience in the future. Thank you for your feedback. We look forward to serving you again.
今回お客様にご満足いただけなかった事、誠に残念で申し訳ございません。今後お客様にお楽しみいただけるよう、サービスの向上、改善をしていきたいと存じます。ご指摘ありがとうございました。今後ともよろしくお願いいたします。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/12 |
Reviewed by: Japanese family
The ship was heaving too much. My family got seasick. But I could watch whales.
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| Packages: | 2.5 Hour Afternoon Premier Cruise with Lunch Buffet & Roast Beef Carving Station |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/12 |
Reviewed by: プリン
The weather was cloudy and bad, which might be why the boat was rocking so much that even I, who usually doesn't get seasick, felt like I was going to die from seasickness. As soon as I confirmed that the boat was small, I took motion sickness medication, but it didn't help at all. It was no time to be worried about sharks. We were in a cage to see the sharks, but the waves were strong, and the cage was shaking so much that I hit my head multiple times. My husband said it felt like being put in a washing machine. There were quite a few large sharks swimming around. I think it would have been fun if we had gone on a day when the waves were calmer.
曇りで天気が悪かったためか船が揺れまくりで普段船酔いしない私も船酔いで死にそうでした。船が小さいのを確認した瞬間に酔い止めを飲んだのに全然効きませんでした。サメどころではなかった。檻の中に入ってサメを見るのですが、波が強くて檻がぐらんぐらんして頭を何回も打ちました。旦那はまるで洗濯機に入れられたようだと言っておりました。サメはかなりデカいのがウヨウヨとおりました。波が静かそうな日に行ったら楽しかったと思います。
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| Packages: | 檻の中から間近で見学!ケージプラン<現地集合> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/14 |
Reviewed by: プリン
The weather was cloudy with occasional rain, which may have contributed to the slightly high waves that caused the boat to rock significantly. While the rest of my family seemed to struggle with seasickness, I was able to see a baby whale perfectly! The last time I went, I saw several adult whales, but this time there was only one baby. It was small and adorable.
天気は曇り時々雨でよくなかったためか、海の波が少し高くて船が大きく揺れました。わたし以外の家族は船酔いで大変そうでしたが、わたしはクジラの赤ちゃんをバッチリ見ました!前回乗った時は大人のクジラが数頭見られたのですが、今回は赤ちゃん1頭のみでした。ミニサイズで可愛かったです。
Aloha! We are excited to hear that you enjoyed the whale watching cruise with us. We hope to have the pleasure of hosting you again. Thank you for taking the time to write a review!
アロハ!あなたが私たちと一緒にホエールウォッチングクルーズを楽しんだことを聞いて私たちは興奮しています。私たちはあなたを再びホストする喜びがあることを願っています。レビューを書くのに時間を割いてくれたマハロ!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/13 |
Reviewed by: らいちゃん
We participated in an event with my husband during the New Year. We were picked up near the hotel and set sail from a marina about 30 minutes away by car. An interpreter was also on board the boat. We anchored in just the right spot and took turns diving in. Wearing yellow helmet-like capsules, we rode sea scooters into the underwater world, which was like a dream. By chance, we encountered a sea turtle, and it was truly moving! There was also a photographer who captured our moments. By the time we returned to the boat, a double rainbow appeared, which was even more touching! I want to go again!
お正月に、主人と二人で参加させて頂きました。
ホテルの近くでピックアップして貰い
車で30分程のマリーナから船に乗り出航しました。
船には通訳さんも乗船
丁度良い場所に停泊し、順番に潜り込ました
黄色いヘルメットのようなカプセルを被り、seaスクーターに乗り海中へ
夢のような世界が広がっていました。
偶然にも海亀にも遭遇できて、感動しました!
カメラマンさんもおり、その姿を撮影して頂けます。
船に戻る頃には、ダブルレインボーが出ていて、更に感動しました!
また行きたい!
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| Packages: | 【2人目無料!】人数限定モニター |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/04 |
Reviewed by: こな母ちゃん
The boat was beautiful and nice, but the important thing, the whale, was only seen a little bit of its back. It's understandable since it's nature, but it does lower your spirits when you can't see them. Well, it's a gamble.
船は綺麗で良かったけど、肝心のクジラは背中がちょこッと見えただけ。自然相手だからしょうがないけど、会えないとテンション下がります。まぁ、賭けですね。
Aloha! Thank you for sharing your review. We are excited to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful boat! However, we are sorry to hear that it wasn't as exciting as you expected. Often, the ocean can be very unpredictable, and sightings of marine life can vary depending on the time. We appreciate your valuable feedback and please feel free to share it with the team. Mahalo!
アロハ!レビューを共有していただきありがとうございます。あなたが美しい船を楽しんだことを聞いて私たちは興奮しています!しかし、あなたが期待していたほどエキサイティングではなかったと聞いて申し訳ありません。多くの場合、海は非常に予測不能であり、水中生物の目撃は時間によって異なります。貴重なご意見をお待ちしております。ぜひチームで共有してください。マハロ!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/11 |
Reviewed by: Nadine
We had a wonderful time with this scuba scooter adventure. The crew was awesome and really looked after us. I loved every minute of it!
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| Packages: | Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure with Pick-up from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Ars
Unfortunately, we were unable to see any whales. However, the breakfast buffet on the ship was very delicious, and we were able to relax while enjoying the vast ocean view. I look forward to the next opportunity.
残念ながら鯨を見ることはできませんでした。
しかし船の上での朝ご飯バイキングはとても美味しく、広大な海を眺めてのんびりとした時間を過ごすことができました。
また次の機会に期待します。
Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that there were no whale sightings. However, we are very pleased that you were able to enjoy breakfast at a leisurely pace. We hope you will join us again on your next visit to Hawaii, and we will continue to work hard to improve. Thank you very much.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございました。鯨の観測がなく、本当に残念でした。それでも朝食をゆっくりと楽しんで頂けたこと、心より嬉しく感じております。またハワイにお越しの際に、再乗船していただけることを願いながら、より改善に向けてスタッフ一同努力してまいります。本当にありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/02 |
Reviewed by: ICH
Don't expect a giant whale to appear right in front of you. We were picked up at the Ko Olina Marriott with about ten others and headed to Waianae Harbor. There were already some participants lined up, probably around 40 to 50 people, and I think we were the only two Japanese. Unfortunately, I could only understand about 80% of the guide's explanations, but I got the gist of it.
We enjoyed a large catamaran yacht cruising at engine speed. Since it was a yacht, we were close to the water, and although the weather was cloudy with occasional sunshine, we had a great time cruising. Once we got offshore, we encountered a small whale that spouted water a few hundred meters away. We saw it several times, and each time there were cheers. I think the sight of a giant tail appearing right in front of us is just a picture from the brochure.
After that, the boat headed to the dolphin area. The dolphins swim in groups and are very curious, coming close to the boat, so we could see them well. However, I had previously participated in a dolphin watching cruise from the same harbor in the summer, and I felt that the dolphins were more energetic and jumping around at that time.
The nearly two-hour cruise included all-you-can-eat rice crackers that looked like persimmon seeds and one drink (including alcohol) for just under $100. I thought it was a bit pricey, but my wife was very impressed. Besides encountering whales and dolphins, she also enjoyed the scenery and the cruising itself.
We were also taken back to the Ko Olina Marriott afterward. Additionally, you have to take off your shoes when boarding, and it's barefoot inside the boat. You just throw your shoes into a container box on the dock, so if you're concerned about that, it might be a good idea to bring a plastic bag or something to carry them inside. We didn't mind since we were wearing flip-flops and sneakers, but my wife found it a bit troublesome to take off her socks.
巨大なクジラが目の前に現れて・・なんて期待してはいけません。
コオリナマリオットで10名ほどピックアップしてもらって、ワイアナエハーバーへ。すでに先客組が並んでいて40~50名ほどの参加者でしょうか、日本人は我々2名だけだったと思います。残念ながらガイドさんの説明は80%は理解できなかったけれど、それなりに分かるものです。
大型のカタマランヨットを機走(エンジンで進む)で楽しみます。ヨットなので海面も近く、参加日は曇り時々晴れでしたがクルージングも楽しめました。沖合に出ると数百メータ先に「プシュッ!」と潮を吹いて泳ぐ小さなクジラに遭遇しました。何度か出くわしますが、そのたびに歓声が上がります。目の前を巨大な尾びれが現れて・・というのはパンフレットの写真だけだと思います。
その後、イルカのエリアにも船は向ってくれました。イルカは群れを成すし好奇心豊かで船にも近づくのでよく見えます。ただ同じハーバーから以前夏にイルカウォッチングクルーズに参加したことがあるのですが、その時のほうがジャンプしたりイルカも元気だったような気がします。
2時間近くのクルーズで、柿の種みたいなあられ(食べ放題?)とワンドリンク(アルコールもあり)で$100弱。ちょっと高いかななんて思ったのですが、カミさんはとても感激。クジラやイルカの遭遇以外にも景色やクルージング自体も楽しかったようです。
帰りもコオリナマリオットまで送ってもらえました。
あと、乗船時に靴を脱ぎ船内は裸足です、脱いだ靴類は桟橋のコンテナボックスに投げ入れるだけなので気になる人はビニール袋等持参して船内に持ち込むのも一考かもしれません。我々はビーサンとスニーカーだったので気にしませんでしたが、カミさんが靴下脱いだり面倒くさがっていました。
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| Packages: | 木・金・日プラン(~2020年11月5日) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2020/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/01/02 |
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Thank you for using Star of Honolulu. We are truly sorry that the whales did not appear. We also regret that you were unable to use the complimentary boarding pass at a good time during your trip. Our entire staff feels saddened that we could not meet your expectations this time. We hope you will have the opportunity to try again when you visit Hawaii.
この度はスターオフホノルルをご利用いただきありがとうございます。クジラが姿を現さず、本当に残念です。ご旅行の方は、なかなか良いタイミングで無料乗船券がご利用できず、申し訳なく感じております。今回は、ご期待に沿えずにスタッフ一同心を痛めております。また、ハワイにお越しの際に再チャレンジしていただけることを願っております。