Reviewed by: 白ご飯
My first winter in Hawaii, and I was really looking forward to whale watching. It rained and was a bit cold for Hawaii, so at first, we could only catch glimpses of the whales. However, the captain extended our time a bit, and then, ta-da!!! From that point on, we were amazed as mother and baby whales leaped out of the water, making us feel like we were seeing dolphins! It was truly thrilling. We also learned hula dancing on the way back on the boat, and I thoroughly enjoyed my time in Hawaii! Next time, I want to go dolphin watching. Thank you!
初めての冬のハワイで、ずっと楽しみにしていたホエールウォッチング。
雨が降ったり、ハワイにしては寒かったりと、最初はクジラさんがちらちら見えるくらいでしたが、キャプテンが少し時間延長して下さり、そうすると、ジャーンプ!!!
もうそこからは、「え?イルカ?」と思うくらい、親子クジラが飛び跳ねてくれて、もう大感激でした。
フラダンスも帰路の船内で教えて頂き、もうハワイ大満喫でした!
今度はドルフィンウォッチングに行きたいです。
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ+カルチャー体験<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/28 |
Reviewed by: クジラさん
I participated on January 28, 2019.
This boat didn't have a Japanese guide, so it was mostly foreigners, but in the end, this tour was great.
The pick-up was handled by a cheerful and friendly lady, and there were no particular issues. The boat was smaller compared to other whale-watching boats, which made it easier to see the whales.
There was a large cruise ship in a similar area, but it was crowded with people and far away, so a smaller boat is definitely more comfortable for viewing. Well, if you really want to see them up close, going to Maui would be the best option...
It might be a bit warmer when it's sunny, but since it was somewhat cloudy, it got cold if you were exposed to the wind for too long. Warm clothing is essential. Foreigners seemed to handle the cold well, even in short sleeves, but ordinary Japanese people would definitely need a thick jacket.
I took motion sickness medication just in case, but it was at a level where I thought it might be okay without it. However, this depends on the sea conditions, so I think it's better to have it just in case.
It seemed like there were 2 to 3 whales, and they occasionally showed themselves. They were found relatively quickly, which was a bit surprising. The timing might have been good as well; January to mid-February is said to be the best season. I hope this information is helpful for those planning to go.
2019.1.28に参加しました。
この船は日本語ガイドがないので外国の方ばかりでしたが、結果的にはこのツアーで良かったです。
送迎も明るく気さくなお姉さんで特に問題はなく、船は他のホエールウオッチング船に比べて小さめだったので鯨たちが見やすかったと思います。
似たような場所に大型客船がいましたが、人は鈴なりになっているし距離は遠いしで、小型の船の方が絶対快適に見れますね。まあ、本当に間近で見ようと思ったらマウイ島に行くのがベストでしょうが…
晴れているともう少し暖かいかもですが、やや雲っていたので長く風に吹かれていると寒いです。防寒着は必須です。外国の方は寒さに強いので半袖でも平気そうでしたが、普通の日本人は厚手の上着がないと無理だと思います。
酔い止めは念のため飲んで行きましたが、無くても大丈夫かな?という程度でした。でもこれは海の状態に寄るので、持っておいたほうがいいと思います。
鯨達は2〜3頭いるようで、時々姿を見せました。割とすぐに見つかったので、拍子抜けする位でした。時期も良かったのかもしれません。1月-2月中旬がベストシーズンだそうです。これから行かれる方の参考になれば嬉しいです。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/28 |
Reviewed by: パパママサン
Last year, I participated in a tour swimming with dolphins from another company, but this time I joined Dolphin University.
On this day, it was quite difficult to find a spot where the dolphin pod was gathering, but once the snorkeling point was confirmed, I enjoyed watching the dolphins swim right by my feet.
During snorkeling, the staff guides you to where the dolphins are, but those who swim slowly might not make it in time. My fourth-grade son was able to keep up easily.
The slide set up from the boat after snorkeling was also fun, and we got to play on it multiple times.
It's a good idea to bring an action cam for underwater filming.
去年は他社のイルカと一緒に泳ぐツアーに参加しましたが、今回はイルカ大学に参加しました。
この日はイルカの群れが集まっている場所がなかなか見つかりませんでしたが、シュノーケリングポイントが確定してからはイルカの群れが足元を泳いでいくのが楽しめました。
シュノーケリング中にイルカのいる場所までスタッフのみなさんが誘導してくれますが、泳ぎの遅い方は間に合わないかもしれません。
小学4年生の息子は余裕で間に合っていました。
シュノーケリング後にボートから設営されるスライダーも楽しく何度も遊ばせてもらいました。
水中で撮影できるアクションカムを持っていくと良いですよ。
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| Packages: | 11:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/07/24 |
Reviewed by: クレマチス
The weather was cloudy, and it started to rain after we set sail, so I had given up on seeing whales. However, we were able to see them spouting water multiple times and even catch a glimpse of their tails. The weather gradually improved, allowing us to enjoy our time comfortably on the second and third decks.
Perhaps due to the family discount, there were many foreign families with children, creating a lively atmosphere that felt like being on a kindergarten field trip. After lunch, I noticed some adults who had been moved by the whale sightings were taking naps. Since we cruised from 11:30 AM until after 2 PM, it seemed some adults were getting bored.
We entered from the first floor and had to move between the second and third floors via stairs. When I asked about how wheelchair users would manage, I was told they would have to stay on the first floor. The lunch menu included ham, cheese, fruit, lettuce and tomato for mini hamburgers, and slices of roast beef. Cookies were also provided. Coffee was $1, and alcoholic drinks were $10.
天気が曇りで、出航してからは雨が降り出しましたので、クジラの出現は諦めていたのですが、何度も潮吹くのを見たり、尾びれも見ることが出来ました。
天気は徐々に回復して、2階や3階のデッキで気持ち良く過ごすことも出来ました。
ファミリー割引があるためか、外国人の子供連れが多く、幼稚園の遠足の中にいるような感じで、ものすごく賑やかでした。
ランチを頂いた後、何度かクジラの出現に感動していた大人の中には、昼寝に入っている人も見掛けました。
11時半出航2時過ぎまでクルージングなので、大人の中には飽きる人もあるようです。
1階部分から入り、2階~3階への階段の移動があります。
車いすの人はどうするのか聞いたところ、1階のみで過ごすことになるとの事でした。
ランチメニューは、ハムやチーズ、フルーツ、ミニハンバーガー用に挟む、レタスやトマト、ローストビーフのスライス。クッキーなどが用意されていました。コーヒーは1ドル。お酒は10ドルでした。
アロハ、レビューありがとうございます!マジェスティック号で楽しいクルーズをお楽しみいただけたこと、そしてクジラを見ることができたことを嬉しく思います!フィードバックに感謝し、またお会いできることを願っています。マハロ!
Aloha and thank you for your review! We are happy to hear you had an enjoyable cruise aboard the Majestic and you were able to see whales!
We appreciate your feedback and hope you can join us again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定ファミリー割引!】通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/29 |
Reviewed by: ゆうせい
Unfortunately, I couldn't see any whales, and it was disappointing that I didn't receive any tickets afterward. However, I was glad to see a rainbow. I'm curious to know what the actual probability is.
鯨には残念ながら会えず、そのあとチケットもくれなくて残念でした。
ただ虹は見れたのでよかったです。実際どのくらいの確率が知りたいです。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are very sorry that you were unable to enjoy whale watching this time.
Typically, we distribute boarding tickets on the ship, but we sincerely apologize that they were not issued to you. We will share your comments internally and use them to improve in the future. Thank you for your valuable feedback.
We look forward to welcoming you back again.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
今回は鯨の観測をお楽しみ頂けず、大変残念に思います。
際乗船券は通常、船の上でお配りいたしておりますが、
お客様には発行していなかったとの事、大変申し訳ございませんでした。
頂きましたコメントは社内で共有させて頂き、今後の改善に役立たせて頂ます。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | 家族割引!ホエールウォッチ |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/30 |
Reviewed by: わさび
I participated in the morning! It was very early, but thanks to Julie's conversation along the way, I arrived at the port without getting bored. One of the most impressive things she said was that we must find Mr. Dolphin!
It actually took about two hours to find him, and most of the boats had given up on seeing Mr. Dolphin, but I persevered and finally saw him! I’m not very comfortable in the ocean, and it was my first time snorkeling, but I managed! The longer I searched, the more I wanted to meet him again. I want to participate again!
I recommend not scheduling anything after the participation because it's nature, and sticking to the schedule can be tough.
On the day, I saw: 1) a manta ray, 2) a sea turtle, 3) two whales, and 4) Mr. Dolphin. I saw the whales more than Mr. Dolphin, probably because it was the season!
Also, for beginners, instead of bringing a camera and risking dropping it in the ocean, I think it's better to take pictures on the boat. The photographer will take pictures in the water, so relying on that is the best option! However, if you do bring a camera, make sure it’s waterproof! Use a waterproof camera or case, and keep your belongings in a waterproof bag! It was quite cold in the morning, so wearing an ultra-light down jacket was just right.
Since you’ll be on the boat for a long time, take precautions against seasickness! However, if you look far away, you won’t get seasick!
Please search hard!
Have a great trip!
わたしは午前に参加しました!朝がとても早かったですが、道中ジュリさんが話し通してくれたので飽きることなく港に到着。その中でイルカ先生を必ず見つける!というのが印象的な言葉でした
実際見つけるまでに2時間ほどかかりましたが、ほとんどの船がイルカ先生を見ることに諦めていましたがねばってやっと見れました!
わたしは海が苦手で、シュノーケリングも初めてでしたがなんとかなりました!
長く探せば探すほど先生に会いたくなります
また参加したいです!
オススメはその参加のとき、後ろに予定を入れないほうがいいとおもいます!自然相手なので時間通りはきついと思います
※私は当日会えたのは①マンタ②ウミガメ③クジラ2頭④イルカ先生
クジラはシーズンだったのかイルカ先生より会えました笑
あと、初心者の方は自分でイルカ撮るぞ!とカメラ持っていって海に落とすより、船内で写真を撮るイメージがいいとおもいます。カメラマンが海では撮ってくれるのでそれに頼るほうがベストだと思います笑
ただ、持っていくなら必ず防水対策を!!防水カメラや防水ケースに‥
荷物は防水袋に!!朝はかなり寒いのでウルトラライトダウンを着てちょうどよかったです。
だいぶ長く船にいるので船酔い対策を!ただ。遠くを観ていると酔いません!
一生懸命探してください!
それでは良い旅を!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Michael and Katie
Overall the was a great time! The crew was great and did an excellent job with the underwater photography. Great pics and video!
Would recommend this adventure to anyone.
Be sure to bring dry clothes and towels
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| Packages: | Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure with Pick-up from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/02/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/29 |
Reviewed by: Dianna
We were very lucky to see whales throughout most of the tour. At least 10 sightings, usually with 2 whales at a time.
Food was delicious but it was hard to sit and enjoy your meal when you are looking for whales too. Every time someone shouted "WHALE!", everyone dropped everything but their cameras and ran towards the edge of the deck.
Luckily, there were a lot of whales out that day so I got to finish my food and saw plenty of whales.
Photos don't do justice for whale watch tours, it's better to watch with your own eyes. You don't want to be fussing over your camera because next thing you know, the whales have disappeared back underwater.
Wonderful experience, would love to go again!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Pigalicious
The skies were grey and even with light drizzle the humpback whales were there along with the warm crew of the Star of Honolulu to greet us in Hawaii! I've never seen so many whales on one whale watch and it was my first time to see a turquoise color right next to the whale. Their white pectoral fins turns changes color underwater so it was easier to spot them this time around. The lunch on board was delicious...... The roast beef and those macadamia nut cookies keeps you going back for more. Thank you Star of Honolulu for a very stable ride and wonderful experience to see these enormous animals up so close!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/31 |
Reviewed by: フラフラgirlママ
I participated with my 7-year-old son.
While experiencing the nature and culture of Hawaii from the boat, we encountered three teachers: the dolphin, the whale, and the sea turtle.
My son was super excited by the whale teacher's splash.
We also met many of our favorite green sea turtle teachers.
We had a hard time finding the dolphin teacher, but we finally met just before returning to the harbor and swam with it, even though it was a bit far away.
Thanks to the staff, my son was able to experience all the activities.
I lack physical strength, but thanks to the staff, my son had an unforgettable experience.
I don't know when the next time will be, but I want to build my stamina for a re-enrollment at Dolphin University.
7歳の息子と二人で参加。
船上からのハワイの自然、文化に触れながら先生たちの元へ、
イルカ。クジラ。ウミガメ。三先生に出会えました。
クジラ先生のスプラッシュに息子大興奮。
大好きなアオウミガメ先生にもたくさんであいました。
イルカ先生にはなかなか会えず帰港間際に出会え、少々遠いながらも一緒にドルフィンスイム。
息子、アクティビティーもスタッフの皆様のおかげですべて体験できました。
私は体力がなくスタッフ皆様のおかげで息子が一生の思い出となる経験ができました。
次回はいつになるかわかりませんがイルカ大学再入学のために母は体力をつけたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/19 |
Reviewed by: もんてりー
I attended with my two children, one in first grade and the other in fourth grade, and the staff provided support, allowing us to participate with peace of mind. After searching for a while, we were able to see many wild dolphins.
*I recommend motion sickness medication for those who are prone to seasickness.*
小1、小4の2人の子連れでしたが、スタッフの方々にも、サポートいただき安心して参加できました。しばらくイルカ探しした後、沢山の野生イルカに会えました。
※酔い易い方は酔い止めをお勧めします。
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| Packages: | 7:30出港プラン<送迎付き> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/26 |
Reviewed by: T.S
I joined on January 24th (Thursday) because I wanted to see whales. Unfortunately, on this day, the whales only showed themselves briefly above the water. We were able to see them six times, but each time they only appeared for about 5 to 6 seconds after spouting water, revealing a bit of their backs, and finally showing their tails above the water before diving down. Like other reviews, I wasn't able to see them jump high.
Aside from the whales, dolphins jumped right next to the boat. They didn't perform the typical front flips you see at aquariums, but instead, they showed us two sideways twists like gymnast Kohei Uchimura.
After the boat left the port, it rained lightly for about ten minutes, and after taking shelter on the third deck, when we returned to the rooftop, a rainbow appeared across the sea, 180 degrees opposite the sun. Since we were on the water, there was nothing to obstruct the rainbow, creating a stunning view of vibrant colors from one side of the water to the other.
1月24日(木曜日) クジラを見たくて参加しました。
この日のクジラは、あいにく少ししか海上に姿を現しませんでした。回数では6回見ることができましたが、いずれも潮を噴き上げてから約5,6秒後に背中を少し現し、最後はテールを上(海上)に出して沈んで行きました。他の口コミ同様、大きくジャンプする姿を見ることはできませんでした。
クジラ以外ではイルカが船のすぐ横で海上をジャンプしてくれました。水族館で見せてくれるような前周りでは無く、体操の白井選手のような横ひねりを2回見せてくれました。
船が港を出港した後に10分くらい小雨が降り、屋上デッキから3階へ避難した後に屋上に戻ってくると、太陽と反対側海上180度に渡り虹が姿を現しました。海上なので虹を遮るものが無く、水面から反対の水面まで七色にすばらしい光景を見せてくれました。
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: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/24 |
Reviewed by: サカちゃん
It seemed that there were strict distance regulations for approaching the whales, so we couldn't see them up close, but we did catch glimpses a few times. I took my 5-year-old child with me, but the whale sightings were brief and unpredictable, which made it a bit boring for them. We also saw a double rainbow.
クジラへの接近は距離が厳しく決まっていそうでしたので、それほど間近では見れませんが何度か見れました。
5歳の子供を連れて行ってましたが、クジラが見れても一瞬で、どこに出現するかもわからないので少し退屈しておりました。
あとダブルレインボーが見れました。
Thank you very much for boarding with us this time. 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。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: | 2019/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/24 |
Reviewed by: ゆっこ
I experienced snorkeling with wild dolphins for the first time. I love snorkeling, but I was very scared of the deep water and couldn't jump in until the third round when it looked a bit shallower, so I gathered my courage and jumped in. Even though I was still scared, I swam, and I was moved to see a pod of dolphins swimming in the distance!
In the fourth round, I decided to watch from the boat, and to my surprise, a pod of about 30 to 40 dolphins lined up right below the boat (within reach!) and swam alongside us for a long distance! I was so amazed that I kept saying, "Incredible!!! Incredible!!!" The tour guide mentioned that they had been doing this for a year, but this was their first time experiencing something like this! They were also saying, "Incredible!!!" along with me!
I had my phone in the back of the boat, and I thought if I left the spot, the dolphins would swim away, so unfortunately, I couldn't take any pictures. But I had a wonderful and precious experience!!! Thank you very much!
初めての野生のイルカとシュノーケリングを体験しました。
私はシュノーケリングは大好きなのですが、深いところがとても怖く
2ラウンドまで怖くて飛び込めませんでしたが、3ラウンド目に少し浅瀬に見えたので、勇気を出して飛び込みました。それでも怖いながらもがんばって
泳いでいるとイルカの群れがが遠くの方で泳いでるのが見え感動でした!
4ラウンド目には船の上から見ることにして眺めていると
なんと! 30~40ぐらいのイルカの群れが船の私のいる真下の先頭に横一列になり(手が届きそうな距離)ずっと船頭してくれたのです!!!
結構な距離をずっとです!
感激過ぎてずっと すごい!!!すごい!!!とゆうばかり!!!
ツアーの方も1年いますけど、こんな体験は初めてです!と言ってました。
その方も私と一緒にすごい!!!と言っていました!
舩の奥に携帯があったのでその場をたつとどこかへ行ってしまうと思い
写真は残念ながらとることができなかったのが残念です。
でも素晴らしい貴重な体験ができました!!!
ありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/12/16 |
Reviewed by: kaz
It was okay. I saw about five whales, but I was hoping to see them jump high, so I was a bit disappointed. Well! Since the subject is large and it's a living creature, I can't be too picky... I went with my 6-year-old daughter, but we didn't feel like saying, "Let's go again!"
まあまあかな。
5回ぐらいクジラは見えましたが、大きくジャンプする所を期待していたので、少しガッカリ感もありました。
まあ!対象物が大きいし、生物相手なのでワガママは言えませんが…
6歳の娘と行きましたが、また行こう!とはなりませんでした。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are sorry to hear that you were not able to enjoy it fully this time.
Our entire staff will strive to provide a cruise that everyone can enjoy. Thank you for your valuable feedback.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
今回は十分にお楽しみ頂けず残念に思います。
皆様にお楽しみ頂けるクルーズを提供できるようスタッフ一同努めて参ります。
貴重なご意見有難うございました。
スターオブホノルル
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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: | 2019/01/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/22 |
Reviewed by: ちゃろ
The blue sky and blue sea, Waikiki Beach, Diamond Head – we had a fantastic cruising experience in the best location! The interior of the boat is quite cold, so a jacket is essential. When you go out on deck, the sun is strong, so I recommend bringing a hat and sunglasses. The wind is strong, so be careful not to lose anything.
As for the whale watching, we did see some spouts from a distance. You can see them with the naked eye, but it's difficult to capture them in photos.
青い空に青い海、ワイキキビーチ、ダイヤモンドヘッドと最高のロケーションでクルージングが出来ました!
船内はとても冷えているので上着は必須です。デッキに出れば日差しが強いので帽子とサングラスがあれば良いかと思います。風は強いので飛ばないように。
目的のホエールウォッチングは見れたと言えば見れました。割と遠めに潮吹きが何度かあって、目視はできるけど、写真に収めるのは難しいです。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the views from the ship. On certain days, you can even witness the spectacular jumps of whales, so we hope you will come back to search for those whales again. All of our staff look forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
船上からの景色をお楽しみ頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。
日によっては豪快なクジラのジャンプを見ることも出来ますので、
是非またそんなクジラを探しにいらして下さい。
またのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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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: | 2019/01/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/23 |
Reviewed by: eponta
This time, we were able to see the whales almost immediately after departing. I wonder how many we saw ( 〃▽〃) !! It felt like they were running alongside the boat, and I was gazing at the sea from the deck the whole time.
今回もほぼ出発するとまもなくしてクジラ達を見ることが出来ました。
いったい何頭見れてたのでしょうか( 〃▽〃) !!船と並走してるかのようでずっとデッキで海を眺めていました。
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: | ホエールウォッチ+朝食<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/14 |
Reviewed by: plus
It was fun since it was my first time on a catamaran. The cabin with a roof, the open deck, and the net stretched over the water below allowed me to change my spot according to my mood, making it comfortable. The staff was friendly and kind. Drinks and snacks were free (alcoholic beverages required tips in the box). They would shout out if they spotted a whale, so you wouldn't miss it. Luckily, I was able to see them multiple times.
初めての双胴船なので楽しかった。ルーフがあるキャビン、オープンなデッキ、下は海面の双胴に渡したネットの上など気分で居場所を変えることができ快適。スタッフはフレンドリーで親切。ドリンク&スナック菓子が無料(アルコール類はチップをボックスに)。クジラが見えたら大声で教えてくれるので見逃さない。運良く何回も見ることが出来た。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/18 |
Reviewed by: ゆかべりん
I didn't have high expectations since many people couldn't see them, but I was able to see them multiple times. The weather was nice, and even if you can't see the whales, you can enjoy the view of Waikiki from the sea. I watched from the third floor, but if you want to feel more of the impact, I think it's better to watch from the first floor.
It was a large boat, and the weather was good with calm seas, but it still rocked a bit. If you're not confident with rides, it might be a good idea to bring some medication.
見れない方も多かったので期待はしていませんでしたが何度も見れました。
お天気もよくたとえクジラが見れなくても海からのワイキキの景色を楽しめますよ。
3階から見ていましたがより迫力を感じたいなら1階から見る方がいいと思います。
大きな船だし天気もよく穏やかな海でしたがやはり揺れました。
乗り物に自信のない方は薬をもっていった方がいいかな。
Thank you very much for joining our cruise.
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed whale watching.
Please come again.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラの観測をお楽しみいただけました様で大変嬉しく思います。
是非またお越しください。
スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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| Packages: | ホエールウォッチ<2020年12月31日まで> |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/13 |
Reviewed by: プリシラ
I wanted to make my 6-year-old child happy, so I participated, but they started saying it was boring halfway through, which was tough. My 75-year-old mother was happy, so that was a relief. I've been to Hawaii nearly 20 times, but as a first-time participant, I was able to see what was going on in the ocean, and I enjoyed it quite a bit.
6歳の子供に喜んでもらいたくて、参加したのですが、
途中でつまらないと言い出してしまって参りました。
75歳の母は喜んでくれて一安心でした。
20回近くハワイに来ているのですが、初めて参加した私は海の中の様子がわかり、割と楽しめて
よかったです。
アロハ、レビューとVELTRAを通じてアトランティスサブマリンツアーをご予約いただきありがとうございます。潜水艦でのダイビングを楽しんでいただけたと聞いて嬉しいです。ご意見をいただき感謝し、またお会いできることを願っています。マハロ!
Aloha, thank you for your review and for booking an Atlantis Submarine tour through VELTRA. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your dive aboard the Submarine. We appreciate your feedback and hope you can join us again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 窓が大きいプレミアムプラン<定員64名/2019年3月31日までのご参加> |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/11 |
Reviewed by: ハネムーン野郎
Julie, our guide, was very cheerful and taught us a lot about marine life, such as dolphins and orcas, during the bus ride. Before we knew it, we arrived at our destination. Although it was early in the morning and I felt sleepy, I recommend listening to Julie's stories as they are informative and interesting.
On the boat, we learned how to use life jackets and snorkels, as well as safety precautions for swimming, and it was simple enough for children to understand. We reached the area where the dolphins were located in about five minutes. I think we were lucky to find them at the first spot since their locations change daily. It is illegal to approach the dolphins closely, so you can't swim right next to them like you see on TV. Instead, you get to see a pod of dolphins swimming right beneath you. They come close enough that you can clearly see their patterns. We also got to see them jump. Next, we moved to the area where the turtles were. I think we saw about four of them. I was thrilled to swim alongside the turtles at a distance where I could reach out and touch them (though touching them is also prohibited).
I tend to get seasick, so I was a bit anxious, but I took some motion sickness medication, so I was fine. The waves were calm, so I don't think anyone got seasick that day. On the return trip, Julie shared stories about Hawaii's history and gave a hula dance lesson, and the crew kept us entertained, leaving no time to feel nauseous.
It was a very enjoyable day swimming with dolphins and turtles, creating memories for a lifetime. Thank you very much.
【For Participants】
1. Tips are necessary (cash only)
Tips are not included in the fee, so you will need to pay them upon return. The standard is about 10-15% of the fee, and tips are also expected for optional tours. Whether tips are included in the fee is clearly stated in the details on Veltra (though sometimes it may not be specified). The fee is paid to the tour company, while tips are given to the crew as a gesture of gratitude, so please pay them willingly.
2. Touching or approaching marine animals is prohibited by law
It seems that someone occasionally checks for violators from the shore using a drone.
3. It's better to leave photography to the professionals
If you're too focused on taking pictures, you might miss out on enjoying the view with your own eyes. You can buy photos taken by professionals for $50. While taking your own photos can save money, the skills of the professionals are overwhelmingly superior.
4. A wetsuit is essential in January
Everyone rented one. Fortunately, it wasn't too cold that day, so wearing a wetsuit kept me warm both in the water and on the boat.
5. It's okay if you can't swim
As long as you wear a life jacket, you just need to be able to kick your legs. For those who are still anxious, they provide floating aids for free. Even if you're not confident in your stamina, using a floating aid makes swimming much easier.
【To the Operating Company】
1. Please clearly state the prohibition on bringing bananas and banana-themed items
We were told on the bus that bananas were not allowed, but if someone had brought a towel or swimsuit with a banana pattern, there would be no way to use them on the boat. It seems that bananas are considered unlucky among Hawaiian boaters, but many Japanese people may not be aware of this. In the past, someone brought bananas, and it caused various issues, but it's sad that one person's ignorance can inconvenience everyone.
2. I would like everyone to do warm-up exercises together
When the bus arrived at the beach, the guide said, "Please do warm-up exercises after getting off the bus," but some people did and some didn't. Some who went to the restroom didn't have time to do them. My husband, who didn't have enough time to warm up, said in the water, "I think I'm going to cramp." While it may seem like a hassle, I would appreciate it if everyone could be required to do warm-up exercises together to prev
ガイドのジュリーさんはとても明るく、バスの中ではイルカやシャチなど海の生物についてたくさん教えてくれ、楽しい話を聞いてるうちにあっという間に目的地に着きました。朝が早くて眠いとは思いますが、ジュリーさんの話は知識になって面白いので聞かれることを勧めます。
船の中では、ライフジャケット・シュノーケルの使い方、泳ぐ際の注意点を習い、子供でもわかるくらい簡単でした。船に乗って5分くらいでイルカがいる場所につきました。イルカの居場所は毎日変わるそうなので、最初のポイントで見つかったのは運が良かったと思います。イルカに近づくことは法律で禁止されているので、テレビで見るようにイルカの隣にぴったりくっついで泳ぐことはできません。自分の真下をイルカの群れが泳いでいくのを見る感じです。イルカの模様がはっきり見えるくらい近い距離で泳いでくれます。イルカがジャンプするのも見れました。次に亀がいる場所に移動します。4匹くらい見れたと思います。手を伸ばせば届く距離を亀と並行して泳げたのは嬉しかったです。(亀も触るの禁止)
私は酔いやすいタイプなので不安でしたが、酔い止めを飲んだので大丈夫でした。波も落ち着いていたので当日酔った人はいなかったと思います。帰りの船では、ジュリーさんによるハワイの歴史の話やフラダンス講座があったり、常にクルーが色々と笑わせてくれるので酔う暇はありません。
イルカや亀と泳げて一生の思い出になるとても楽しい一日でした。ありがとうございました。
【参加者へ】
①チップが必要(現金のみ)
料金にチップを含まないので帰りにチップを払うことになります。相場は料金の10~15%くらいで、オプショナルツアーにもチップがかかります。料金にチップが含まれているかどうかはベルトラの詳細を見れば明記されています。(たまに明記されていないツアーもありますが)料金はツアー会社へ支払われるもので、チップはクルーへ感謝の気持ちとして支払うものなので快く支払いましょう。
②海の生き物に触る、近づくことは法律により禁止
監視する人がたまに陸からドローンを海上に飛ばして違反者がいないかチェックしているそうです。
③写真はプロに任せた方がいい
カメラで撮ることに夢中になるくらいなら肉眼で思う存分見た方がいいと思います。プロが撮影した写真を50ドルで買えます。自分で撮れば節約になりますが、プロの技術には圧倒的に敵いません。
④1月はウェットスーツは必須
全員がレンタルしていました。幸い、当日はそこまで寒くなかったのでウェットスーツを着ていれば海中でも船上でも全く寒くはかなったです。
⑤泳げなくても大丈夫
ライフジャケットを着用するので、バタ足さえできれば大丈夫です。それでも不安な人には無料で浮き棒をレンタルしてくれます。体力に自信が無くても浮き棒を使えば楽に泳げます。
【催行会社へ】
①バナナ及びバナナの絵等の持込禁止について明記してほしい
当日バスの中でNGと言われましたが、バナナ模様のタオルや水着を持ち込んでいた場合、船で使うしどうしようもないです。ハワイの船乗りの間ではバナナは不吉なものらしいですが、日本人は知らない人が多いと思います。過去にバナナを持ち込んだ人がいて色々大変だったそうですが、知らないがためにその一人のせいで全員に迷惑がかかるのは悲しいです。
②準備運動は全員でしてほしい
バスが海についたときにガイドさんから「バスを降りたら準備運動してね」と言われましたが、ちゃんとする人もいればしない人もいました。トイレに行った人の中には時間がなくてできなかった人もいます。準備運動の時間が短くしっかりできなかった旦那は海の中で「足がつりそう」って言っていました。面倒ではあると思いますが、参加者が楽しく泳げるように全員で一緒に強制的に準備運動をさせることでそういうトラブルを未然に防ぐようにしてもらえたら嬉しいです。
③チップ込みの料金にしてほしい
チップ文化のない日本人の中にはチップを「取られる」と考える人がいます。(過去の書き込みで何件かチップへの不満があったので)また、相場がわからず、支払いの時に困る人もいます。(別のツアーですが「チップをいくらにすればいいの?」とこっそり相談を受けたことがあります)チップは感謝の気持ちであって、ツアーに満足すれば多めにしたり、不満なら減らしたりするものだというのはわかりますが、クレジットカードを持っている人は現金をあまり持ってこないので、急に言われたら困ると思います。チップ込みにしている他社は口コミ見たところチップへの不満をもつ利用者はいなかったし、なじみのない日本人にとってはチップ込みの方が助かります。チップのせいで☆が減るのは不本意だと思うのでご検討頂けたらと思います。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Ted
It was cloudy with rain, but at the snorkeling spot, there were so many sea turtles!!! I was so close that I almost bumped into one because of the waves!!! I had to desperately dodge one (laughs). After snorkeling, you have to travel for quite a long time, so it's essential to have something to wear to keep your wet body warm.
曇のち雨の天気でした・・が、
シュノーケリングポイントではウミガメたくさん!!!
近くで見ていたら波で押されてウミガメにぶつかりそうになるくらい!!!
一度除けるのに必死だった(笑)
シュノーケリング後にかなり長い時間移動するので、濡れた体が冷えないように羽織る物が必須です。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/10 |
Reviewed by: Jennifer
This tour gave everything we wanted and more in only two hours. Not only did we see 7-8 turtles swimming right under us for 45 mins to an hour, but we also saw whales jumping around after when we were sailing around on the boat. Our tour guides were really friendly and followed the whales for a while for us to see. It was pretty amazing! I’d definitely recommend this tour for anyone even though it’s expensive. It’s totally worth it! My only regret was not buying a go pro or underwater camera because we didn’t get any pictures. So keep that in mind that the company don’t take professional pics for you to purchase, you need to take your own.
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| Packages: | Snorkel Cruise (100% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/13 |
Reviewed by: HAWAII
I was looking for a half-day tour and found this snorkeling tour! Once on the boat, the cheerful and handsome staff explained the safety instructions and other details. Since everything was in English, they asked if I was Japanese and provided me with information tailored for Japanese participants.
Onboard, drinks and snacks were available for purchase. They also had sunscreen available for free use. As noted in other reviews, most participants were foreigners.
I was able to swim freely while snorkeling for nearly an hour. A turtle came right up close! It seemed like the staff was feeding it. I even encountered a mother and baby turtle, which was a great experience.
After that, we went sailing and enjoyed the wind while taking lots of great photos with Diamond Head in the background!!
It was so much fun!
半日でできるツアーを探していてこのシュノーケルツアーを見つけました!
船に乗ったら陽気なイケメンスタッフ達が注意事項やその他諸々説明してくれました。終始英語だったので、日本人?と聞かれ、日本人用の説明事項をくださいました。
船上では飲み物やスナックも販売。日焼け止めは自由に使っていいよと置いてありました。
他の体験談も記載の通り、参加者はほぼ外国人です。
シュノーケルは1時間近く自由に泳げました。すぐ近くにカメがやってきます。スタッフの方が餌をあげているようでした。カメの親子にも遭遇でき、よい体験でした。
そのあとセイリングも風を感じながらダイヤモンドヘッドをバックに良い写真がたくさん取れました!!
たのしかったです!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/12 |
Reviewed by: ももも
We departed at 5:30 AM, but the guide was very upbeat and explained everything well, which made me feel at ease participating. I was lucky to see dolphins right after entering the water! A dedicated underwater photographer took many pictures, so I didn't really need to take my own. There were jellyfish, and the sea in November is cold, so I rented a wetsuit (long-sleeved, knee-length) on the day. A few people experienced seasickness, so it's better to prepare some motion sickness medication. It gets cold after coming out of the water, so a windbreaker is essential. The restroom before boarding the boat is a portable toilet, so please bring your own tissue.
朝5:30出発であったが、ガイドさんのテンションが非常に高くて、説明も上手く、安心して参加できた。
海に入って、すぐイルカに会えたのでラッキーだった!
写真は専属の水中カメラマンがたくさん撮ってくれたので、特に自分で撮る必要はなかった。
クラゲがいるし、11月の海は寒いので、ウェットスーツ(長袖・膝丈)を、
当日借りた。
船酔い・波酔いが数名いたので、酔い止めは準備をした方が良い。
海から上がると寒いので、ウィンドブレーカーは必須。
船に乗る前のトイレは、仮設トイレなのでティッシュは持参です。
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| Packages: | 07:30出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/11/23 |
Reviewed by: そらそら
I was surprised that I could see that. The next day, when I went to Hanauma Bay, I encountered a whale! It was really impressive as it jumped multiple times!! If you go to Hanauma Bay early in the morning, you might get to see one too (laughs).
あれで見れたの??って感じでした。次の日ハナウマ湾に行ってきたら普通にクジラに遭遇しました。そっちの方が何回も飛んだりしていたのですごい迫力でした!!
ハナウマ湾を朝早くから行ったら会えるかも(笑)
Thank you very much for joining our cruise. We hope you will enjoy whale watching on our cruise next time. All of our staff are looking forward to your next visit.
Star of Honolulu
この度は私共のクルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
次回は私共のクルーズからもクジラの観測をお楽しみいただけたらと思います。
皆様のまたのお越しをスタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
スターオブホノルル
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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: | 2019/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/15 |
Reviewed by: ちょこちゃん
I wanted to do some activities in the ocean, so I signed up. I was able to see sea turtles while snorkeling! There were three of them, and one even came up to the surface, which was such a delightful moment.
Just when I thought it was over with the sea turtles, we moved further out to sea after getting back on the boat and were able to see wild dolphins! They also served beer and snacks on the boat, which was fantastic!
海に入るアクティビティがしたく、申し込みました。シュノーケリングでウミガメが見れました!しかも3頭いてそのうちの1頭が水面まで上がってくるという嬉しい場面もありました。
さらにウミガメで終わりかと思いきや海から船に上がったあとさらに沖まで移動し、野生のイルカまで見ることが出来ました!船内ではビールやスナックもサービスで出してくれるし最高でした!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/14 |
Reviewed by: ハワイ大好き
I participated with my mother, who is over 70, and my 3-year-old child. I was worried because my child had a tough time with seasickness on a previous tour, but we were able to enjoy the trip without any seasickness.
70過ぎの母親と3歳の子供を連れての参加でした。以前に他のツアーで船酔いで子供が辛そうだったため不安でしたが、船酔いなく楽しむことができました。
アロハ、レビューとVELTRAを通じてアトランティスサブマリンツアーを予約していただきありがとうございます。サブマリンでのダイビングを楽しんでいただけたと聞いて嬉しいです。ご意見をいただき感謝し、またお会いできることを願っています。マハロ!
Aloha, thank you for your review and for booking an Atlantis Submarine tour through VELTRA. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your dive aboard the Submarine. We appreciate your feedback and hope you can join us again soon. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | 【期間限定ファミリー割引】基本プラン<定員48名> |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/05 |
Reviewed by: Trevor
This is a great experience if you do not enjoy snorkeling this is the experience for you!
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| Packages: | BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/01/14 |
Reviewed by: とりさん
I participated in the same tour last year, and it was so much fun that I decided to repeat it. Last time, I couldn't get a DVD recorded, but this time I requested it when I made the reservation and received confirmation before going. (Last time, I was told it couldn't be done on the day due to staffing issues.)
I was happy to see the dolphins in Maui again!
昨年も同じツアーに参加しましたが、とっても楽しかったのでリピートしました。
前回はDVDを撮ってもらえなかったのですが、今回は予約時にお願いして確約が取れてからいきました。(前回人手の関係上、当日出来ないと言われたので)
イルカのマウイにまた会えて嬉しかったです!
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| Packages: | 2頭のイルカと泳ぐ!ドルフィン・ロイヤルスイム |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2019/01/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/05/04 |
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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 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。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。