All Reviews for Social Cruises & Activities

My wife and I did this as part of our honeymoon. And even though it was a cloudy evening and we didn't get to see the sunset, we still really enjoyed the trip. The crew was very personable and friendly. And even in choppy seas, the ride was smooth and peaceful. Got to see Waikiki from a different perspective, being on the ocean, and all lit up at night. The food was good, but the only thing that I would change is that the food could have been warmer. Overall an enjoyable time and I would recommend.

This was my first time in Hawaii. I wanted to watch the sunset from the sea and debated between a dinner cruise, but I chose this one because it was reasonably priced.

As everyone mentioned, the meeting place was hard to find. I saw a JTB representative walking around at the Sheraton, so I called out to them for directions.

Feeling the wind and seeing Diamond Head and the city of Waikiki from the sea was an entirely different view that excited me, and the sunset sinking into the horizon was beautiful.

We all burst into laughter when we saw a foreigner who was completely soaked after getting splashed while taking pictures with their iPad and smartphone. The atmosphere on the boat was fun, especially with some drinks involved.

初ハワイです。海からサンセットを眺めたくてディナークルージングと迷いましたが値段も手頃なこちらに参加しました。
皆さん書かれてる通り集合場所が分かり難かったです。シェラトンでJTBの人が歩いて居たので思わず声をかけて教えて貰いました。
風を感じて海から見るダイヤモンドヘッドやワイキキの街はまた景色が全然違って興奮したし、水平線に沈む夕日も綺麗でした。
ネットの上でiPadやスマホで夢中に写真を撮っていた外国人が思いっきり水しぶきを被ってビショビショになった姿を見て皆で爆笑が起きたりと船上もお酒が入ってる事もあり楽しかったです。

The cloudy weather from the previous day was a lie, as we were greeted with a beautiful clear sky and a wonderful sunset. Just at the moment the sun was setting, the excited crew bounced the yacht too much, which caused some booing from those who were trying to capture the perfect photo or video, but I thought it was very American.

This time, there were many young Americans who were quite loud, and when a group of Chinese tourists passed by on their yacht, some unpleasant remarks were made about it not being an Asian sea, which was quite uncomfortable. However, there were also many solo participants, creating a relaxed atmosphere.

For drinks, we all toasted with Mai Tais, and when we asked the crew for refills, they brought out plenty of Mai Tais, beers, and colas. The stars from the ocean at night and the night view of Waikiki were also absolutely stunning. After the cruise, there was the usual photo sale, and I ended up purchasing one because the view of Diamond Head in the background was beautiful!

前日までの曇天が嘘のように快晴でとても素晴らしいサンセットでした。
丁度夕日が沈む瞬間に、興奮したクルーがヨットをバウンドさせすぎたので、せっかくのシャッターチャンスやビデオを撮影していた人たちからブーイングになりましたが、アメリカっぽいと思いました。
今回は若いアメリカ人が多くとても騒がしくて、近くを中国人グループのヨットが通った時にアジアの海じゃないなどとの差別用語が飛び交ってかなり不愉快なこともありましたが、一人参加の人も多くて気軽な感じでした。
ドリンクは、全員でマイタイで乾杯し、お変りはマイタイやビール、コーラなどクルーに確認するとたくさん出てきます。
夜の海からの星や、ワイキキの夜景もとても素晴らしかったです。
クルーズの後で、お決まりの写真販売がありましたが、背面に移ったダイアモンドヘッドがきれいだったので購入してしまいました！

My first trip to Hawaii! I came here for my honeymoon as well! After the ceremony, I thought it would be a great memory, so my whole family enjoyed the Hilton Luau Show Dinner together. The energy and excitement were incredible, and we all started off with a lot of fun. There were traditional dishes, and the food was delicious, catering to Japanese tastes! The intense dancers were really impressive!

初めてのハワイ旅行！ハネムーンも兼ねて今回来ました！挙式終わりの後に記念になると思い、家族皆でヒルトンルアウショーディナーを楽しみました。
勢いと迫力が凄く、皆で騒ぎながら始まり、伝統料理もあるし、ご飯の味も日本人向けで美味しい！
激しいダンサーの踊りがかっこ良かったです！

The reception area can be a bit hard to find, so it might be a good idea to check it out in advance. At the reception, you just hand over your voucher, so it's easy.

When boarding, you'll be wading in water up to your knees, so be mindful of your clothing, and you'll need to take off your shoes to get on. Also, it gets chilly after sunset, so wearing long sleeves is helpful.

The boat does sway a little, but the breeze feels nice and the scenery is beautiful, so I didn't feel seasick. It was a bit disappointing that there were more clouds on the day, but overall, I was very satisfied.

少し受付の場所は分かりにくいので、先に確認しておく方がいいかもです。受付ではバウチャーを渡すだけなので楽。
乗船の時に膝くらいまで浸かるので服装に注意、靴も脱いで乗り込みます。あと、日が暮れてからは冷えるので長袖が役に立ちます。
船は少し揺れますが、風が気持ちいいことと景色が綺麗で酔うことはありませんでした。当日は少し雲が多かったのが残念でしたが、大満足です。

Fantastic time!! The sailing was great and the drinks were the best. Would recommend to anyone traveling to Hawaii.

This cruise was amazing. The Royal Sunset dinner was absolutely superb. I wish I could have done it every night of my vacation.

It exceeded our expectations! We initially planned to visit the Polynesian Cultural Center because we wanted to see a luau show that wasn't touristy. However, with a short stay of 4 nights and 6 days, the PCC was a bit too far. One of my friends suggested that since the luau show at the Hilton is at a hotel, we could expect good food as well, so we decided to participate in the Star Light Luau Show, prioritizing time efficiency. I think it was wonderful. The buffet-style meal was, of course, great, and the staff's welcoming attitude, service, and the show itself were all very satisfying and of high quality. The beauty of the sunset time was also lovely.

期待以上でした！
観光化されていないルアウショーを見たかった私たちは、はポリネシアンカルチャーセンターを当初予定していました。
しかし、4泊6日という短い滞在日程で、PCCは少し遠すぎます。
そこで、友達の一人が、ヒルトンのルアウショーなら、ホテルってこともあり、食事も期待できる？と提案し、時間短縮重視でスターライトルアウショーに参加することにしました。
いやぁ～、素晴らしかったと思います。ブッフェスタイルの食事はもちろんのこと、出迎えのスタッフの対応や、サービス、そして肝心のショーもとても満足のいくもので、質が高かったともいます。サンセットタイムの美しさもまた素敵でした。

Unfortunately, it was cloudy on the day, and I couldn't help but think how wonderful it would have been to have a clear sunset. I don't speak Japanese at all, but everyone was friendly and kind, and the Mai Tai was very delicious.
When boarding the boat, you will get soaked up to your knees, and it can get surprisingly cold, so a towel and a sturdy windbreaker are essential.

当日は残念ながら曇りだったので、はっきりしたサンセットだったらどんなに素晴らしいだろうと思いました。日本語は全く通じませんが、皆さんフレンドリーで優しく、マイタイもとても美味しかったです。
船に乗り込む際にひざ下までおもいっきり濡れることと、意外なほど冷え込むので、タオルと、しっかりした風よけの上着は必須です。

I recommend watching from the front. The fire show, in particular, was impressive and amazing. Overall, it has a strong impact. The food is average.

一番前で見るのがおすすめです。とくにファイアーショーが迫力あり最高でした。全体的に迫力があります。食事は普通です。

I had been many dinner cruises in Chicago, Portland and New Orleans, But this was the best one !!! so far.

First time & confused couples must try this !!

Second time seeing this show. We went for the cocktails and show. Michael Jackson impersonator was my favourite. Not to discredit Elvis and Lady Gaga as they were all very good. Impersonators came out into the lobby after the show to pose for pictures which I thought was a nice touch. Made for a really nice nite out.

The meeting place is a bit hard to find, but you can ask at the Sheraton Hotel's Blue Lizard. The cocktails were delicious, and the sunset was beautiful. The wind was strong, making the sailing very thrilling. I was able to experience the Hawaiian lifestyle. The staff provided excellent service. I recommend it, but if you're prone to seasickness, it's better to consider your condition first.

集合場所がわかりずらいですが、シャラトンホテルのブルールサイドで聞けばOK。
カクテルも美味しくて、夕日もきれいでした。風が強かったので、セーリングは迫力満点。ハワイのマルタイを経験できました。スタッフもサービス満点です。お薦めですが、船酔いしやすい人は、体調を考えてからの方がいいでしょう。

I have previously watched the sunset with a meal on a large cruise ship filled with Japanese people, but this catamaran is on a completely different level!! You can feel the Hawaiian air and breeze to the fullest, and drinks like cocktails are all-you-can-drink. You can freely walk around the ship while enjoying cocktails, and there were not many Japanese people, which was quite moving. If you're hungry, it's a good idea to bring snacks. I highly recommend it!

前に日本人だらけの大型客船でサンセットを食事付きで見たことがありますが、このカタマラン号とは天と地の差！！ハワイの空気と風をサイコーに感じられるし、カクテルなどの飲み物は飲み放題。船上をカクテルを飲みながら自由に歩き回れるし、日本人も少なくてかなり感動して帰ってきました。お腹が空いていたらスナックなどを持っていくと良いです。おすすめしまーす！

It easily gives you an authentic sailing experience. The cheerful crew makes for the best sunset cruise. It's such a wonderful tour that you'll want to go every day while staying in Waikiki.

手軽に本格的なセイリング気分にさせてくれます。陽気なクルーが最高のサンセットクルーズ楽しませてくれます。ワイキキに滞在中は毎日乗りたいくらいの素晴らしいツアーです。

We set sail in beautiful, clear weather, feeling great. At first, we were just gently swaying on the boat, but once we got out to sea, we were able to see sea turtles and got splashed by the waves (it wasn't much of a problem since we brought raincoats), and it was a lot of fun. Both my 3-year-old and 7-year-old enjoyed it together.

On the way back, the weather was so nice, with a pleasant breeze and the comfortable rocking of the boat, that I ended up dozing off. The kids, who don't understand English, desperately asked, "What are they talking about?" but when I translated it as, "If you study English, you'll understand," they seemed to enjoy it.

Many activities in Hawaii can be quite expensive, but this one was around $70 for four people, we got to see sea turtles, and we had a lovely sailing experience, so it was really great. I was torn between this and a submarine tour, but I made the right choice. I would definitely do it again!

快晴のお天気の中、気持ちよく出港。最初はただゆらゆらと乗っているだけでしたが、沖に出ると海ガメが見られたり、波しぶきで濡れたり(レインコート持参していたので然程問題なし)、とても楽しかったです。
3才も7歳も共に楽しめました。
帰りはあまりのよいお天気、気持ちいい風、船の心地よい揺れ加減で、居眠りしてしまうほど。
英語がわからない子供たちは必死で「何話してるの？」と聞いてきましたが、それも「英語をお勉強すればわかるようになるよ」と翻訳して話してやると楽しそうにしていました。
ハワイのアクティビティは高いものが多いのですが、これ四人でも70ドル程度、海ガメも見られ、心地よいセーリングも出来て、とっても良かったです。
潜水艦と迷ったのですが、正解でした。
また乗ります‼

Our Makani Sunset Dinner Cruise was simply amazing!Everything about this trip was memorable-from checking in, boarding, cruising, and (sadly),returning to port.The wonderful and hospitable staff, delicious dinner, refreshing drinks, and the stunning sunset made this experience the best bang for your buck on the island. The evening started with us boarding the catamaran and choosing a seat next to the captains. We took photos and then assembled for a friendly,but thorough welcome by the small but mighty crew of three. We then fired up the bar and the engines and headed out on the ocean listening to a variety of island vibes. It was so picturesque- Heads bobbing, couples hugging, boat sailing, and the sun slowly going down.And did I mention a bridal shower group on the boat.!We chatted with others (local and first timers) and shared one common theme.....we were on the fun boat. We ate a delicious buffet of rice, colorful pasta salad, islandy tofu rolls, sweet glazed teriyaki chicken, beef and crunchy broccoli, mini egg rolls, and macadamia nut cookies (there was even food left over). The coolest part of the trip came with the sunset. We hung out on the catamaran (trampoline bed) chatting and feeling the breeze. We also took turns passing around our cameras for photo opps. As the sun disappeared into the horizon, we began to feel the 180 of the boat.While the cityscape was absolutely beautiful as it lit up the shoreline, we didn't want it to end. What an excellent adventure! Many thanks to that awesome crew for a lifetime reflection of what paradise really feels like! Mahalo!

Was not relaxing at all. You stand around waiting for over 30 minutes to board. We boarded what I thought was an overcrowded catamaran then we waited around while 6 other people paid at the last minute so they could squeeze on. Very awkward way of serving the cocktails. They might well have said "can I throw you a brewsky". Would not recommend this activity.

The weather was very nice, and I was able to see a beautiful sunset. Before departing, while on the boat, I was lucky enough to have a sea turtle come close to the boat.

The check-in was simply handing the voucher to the person sitting in a beach chair between Hale Koa and Sheraton.

Once the boat headed out to sea and raised the sails, I was able to relax and enjoy the view of Diamond Head and the sunset from the water.

There were few Japanese people, and all the announcements were in English. I think it’s fine even if you don’t understand it. They mentioned that drinks like beer, wine, and soft drinks were available, but initially, Mai Tais were served.

As the sun set, it got a bit chilly, so I recommend bringing something to wear over your clothes if you participate.

When we got off the boat, we were shown photos taken before boarding, and if we liked any, we could buy them. The photos taken with Diamond Head in the background turned out well, so we purchased one as a keepsake.

Unlike dinner cruises, there was no meal served, but this allowed us to purely enjoy the views, and the timing was just right for us to go to the restaurant we had reserved for dinner. It became a wonderful memory.

とてもいい天気で、美しい夕日を見ることができました。
出発前に船に乗っていると、ウミガメが船のそばまで来たりとラッキーなこともありました。

受付はハレクライニとシェラトンの間のビーチの椅子に座っている人にバウチャーを渡すだけで完了でした。

船は沖に出ると、帆を張って海の上に浮かんでいたので、ゆっくりリラックスした気分で海からダイヤモンドヘッドや夕日を眺めることができました。

日本人が少なく、アナウンスは全部英語でした。わからなくても問題ないと思います。
飲み物はビールやワイン、ソフトドリンクもあると言っていましたが、最初はマイタイが配られました。

日が落ちると、肌寒くなりましたので、参加される場合は上に羽織るものを持っていかれるのをおすすめします。

船を降りると、乗船前に撮った写真を見せられ、気に入ったら買うというシステムでした。ダイヤモンドヘッドをバックにした写真でよく撮れていたので、私たちは記念に購入しました。

ディナークルーズと違って、食事は出ませんがその分、純粋に眺めを楽しめましたし、終わる時間がちょうどいいので、予約していたレストランで食事に行くこともできました。
とてもいい思い出になりました。

We had a wonderful quick trip on the water with a crew that became fast friends. The skipper had all the right jokes and jabs to make you feel like you had sailed with him many times before. And the rest of the crew were as friendly as you could wish for. A cocktail cruise fit my bill perfectly. So tip big these guys deserve it!!!

I felt like I was abroad in Waikiki, where there were hardly any Japanese people. It was great to make friends with the foreigners nearby and have a good time together. If I have the chance to come to Waikiki again, I would like to participate.

There was an all-you-can-drink option, but I could only manage two drinks because I needed to use the restroom frequently. My friend couldn't hold it and went into the boat's restroom, but he said it wasn't dirty.

日本人がほとんどおらず、海外に来たっていう感じをワイキキでも感じられました。近くにいる外人さんとも仲良くなったりワイワイできて良かったです。
またワイキキに来る機会があれば参加したいです。
お酒飲み放題とありましたが二杯しか飲めませんでした。トイレが近くなるので…。友人がガマンできず船のトイレに入りましたが汚くは無かったそうです。

I was worried about seasickness, so I took some motion sickness medication before joining! The boat rocked quite a bit when we headed out to sea (some people got pretty wet from the splashes), but the beautiful scenery was so healing that I forgot all about the rocking. The Mai Tai I had for the first time was also very delicious, and the cruise staff were cheerful, making for a fun time. I plan to join again when I come back to Oahu! ♪

船酔いが心配で、酔い止めを飲んで参加しました！
船は沖に出て行く時にかなり揺れましたが（水しぶきでかなり濡れた方がいらっしゃいました）、その揺れを忘れるぐらいのキレイな景色に癒されました。
初めて飲んだマイタイもとても美味しかったし、クルーズのスタッフさん達も陽気で、楽しい時間を過ごせました。
またオアフに来たら、参加しようと思いま~す♪

We participated with a 3 PM reservation, and we were the only two Japanese people there. The pre-briefing was in English only, but I somehow understood how to put on the life-saving equipment, so I had no worries at all. It felt great to be in a foreign country. Alcohol was available for purchase (beer, cocktails). We turned back just past Diamond Head and stopped off the coast of Honolulu to enjoy jumping off the boat before returning. I was a bit disappointed that I didn't think we would be able to jump in, but I had a wonderful time relaxing and taking it easy. The boat was larger than I expected, so I didn't feel any rocking. The price was reasonable and I highly recommend it (US$56 for two). The whole experience, from departure to return, took about 1 hour and 30 minutes. How about you all?

3時予約で参加しましたが、日本人は私たち二人だけでした。事前説明は英語オンリーでしたが救命道具の装着方法等なんとなく分かりましたし不安は全くありませんでした。外国に来てる感じでよかったです。アルコールは有料販売（ビール、カクテル）。ダイヤモンドヘッド沖過ぎたぐらいでＵターンで、ホノルル沖合で停止して船からの飛び込み楽しんでからの帰着となりました。飛び込みできると思ってなかったので少し残念でしたがゆっくり、のんびり時間過ごせ大満足です。船が想像以上に大きかったので揺れは気になりません。料金もリーズナブルでお勧めです（ＵＳ＄二人で５６＄）。出発から帰着までで、大体1時間30分。みなさんも、いかがですか。

The show was very good. The meal was OK, with the crab legs being excellent, while the steak left something to be desired. The dance afterwards was a genuine "hoot"!!!

On the first night in Waikiki, I planned to relax at a Hawaiian buffet dinner and show, but I was suddenly filled with excitement. The two-hour dinner and show were amazing. I want to participate again next time.

ワイキキ初日の夜。ハワイアンビュッフェディナー＆ショーでゆっくり過ごす予定が、いきなりの大興奮。２時間のディナー＆ショーに大感激。次回も参加したいです。

On our last night in Hawaii, we considered a dinner cruise, but decided to join this cocktail cruise as it seemed affordable and easy to participate in. Since it wasn't a large boat, I was worried about seasickness, but there wasn't any severe rocking (though it did sway enough to splash water on those sitting at the bow).

Once we headed out and set the sails, the speed of the boat was beyond my expectations. I could feel the wind on my skin, smell the ocean, and witness the changing colors of the sky on the horizon along with the lights of Waikiki, allowing me to fully experience the Hawaiian sunset.

With unlimited drinks and the pleasant background music from the boat, it was a wonderful cruise that you can't experience on a large cruise ship. If I visit Hawaii again, I would definitely want to participate again.

ハワイ最後の夜、ディナークルーズも検討しましたが、手頃なお値段で気軽に参加出来そうと考え、こちらのカクテルクルーズに参加しました。
大きな船ではないので船酔いを心配しましたが、ひどい揺れはありませんでした（とはいえ、船首に座っていた方に水しぶきがかかる程度には
揺れます）。
沖に出て帆を張った船のスピードは
想像以上で、肌で感じる風や、海の匂い、地平線で徐々に変化する空の色とワイキキの灯りなど、身体全体でハワイの夕暮れを感じることが出来ます。
ドリンクも飲み放題で、ほろ酔い気分の耳に聴こえる船のBGMが心地良く、大型の客船では体験出来ない素晴らしいクルーズでした。
またハワイを訪れるなら、是非参加したいと思います。

I went with low expectations, thinking that hula dancing was about all there was to Hawaii. I was mistaken... The authentic hula was something else entirely. The women's performances were, of course, great. Even more impressive was the men's hula, which was full of energy!! The fire performances were particularly breathtaking. I can't express it well in words!! If you have the chance, you definitely should go.

The seating was standard, but there were no issues seeing the show. The food was a buffet, so it was just okay. However, I highly recommend this show!!

あまり期待もせず、ハワイと言えばフラダンスぐらいの気持ちで出かけました。
甘かった･･･｡本場のフラは一味違いましたよ。女性は、もちろん良かったです。それにも増して、男性のフラは迫力満点でした!!特に火を使ったものは圧巻です。口ではうまく言い現せない!!機会があれば、是非行くべきです。
席はスタンダードでしたが、なんの問題も無く見られました。料理はビュッフェだったので、まぁそれなりです。
でも、このショーはオススメします!!

I intended to relax and quietly watch the sunset, but I found myself surrounded by a lively captain who was all about "Let's have fun, yay!" along with blasting rock music and young people engrossed in conversation, completely uninterested in the sunset. It turned into a festive cruising atmosphere (laughs). However, it was still quite enjoyable in its own way, so I think the best approach is to just go with the flow during such times.

Also, taking motion sickness medication is a must (many people were feeling seasick). Since a large number of people board, I recommend lining up early and securing a good seat by the water (you can move around after departure, but it's definitely more enjoyable to sit and watch).

静かに夕日を見ながらゆっくりするつもりで乗ったのですが「皆で楽しみましょう、イエー！」的な乗りの船長と、流しっぱなしのロックな音楽と、おしゃべりに夢中でまったく夕日をみる気のない若者たちに挟まれ、祭りのような雰囲気でのクルージングとなりました（笑）
ただ、これはこれで普通に楽しくはありましたので、そういう時もあるよと思って参加するのが一番だと思います。
また、酔い止めは必須（船酔いしている人多数）。結構大人数が乗るので早めに列に並び、しっかり海際の席を確保することをお勧めします（出発した後は移動できますが、座って見た方がやっぱり楽しいので）

It was truly beautiful and the best time! I want to ride again next time! The enjoyment might differ depending on the time of day.

Since it was my first time at this place, I had a bit of trouble, but I made it in time. I think if the map were a little easier to understand, it would be reassuring for first-time visitors to Hawaii.

I enjoyed waiting for departure while taking photos with Diamond Head and the boat in the background, and dipping my feet in the ocean. There were no Japanese staff, so the explanations were in English, but I managed with the words and the atmosphere. Plus, since there were only a few Japanese people, I felt more like I was abroad, and without hearing Japanese conversations, I could forget reality and enjoy the cruise even more!

With free drinks, I could also enjoy a Mai Tai cocktail, so I highly rated the experience for the price, which included alcohol, music, and the scenery.

I was lucky to see a dolphin for a moment! I was moved by the colors of the sky as the sunset gradually merged into darkness.

The boat we boarded was larger than I expected, so in my case, I was glad I could drink a Mai Tai cocktail without getting seasick.

Although I didn't get splashed much, it can get quite chilly with the wind, so I think it's important to bring something to wear.

本当に綺麗で最高な時間(*˙︶˙*)☆*°次も乗ってみたい！！時間帯によって楽しみが違うかも♪♪

初めて行く場所だったので、少し手間取ったけれど、十分間に合った。地図がもう少し分かり易いものだと、初めてハワイに行った人でも安心できると思う。

ダイヤモンドヘッドと船をバックに写真を撮ったり、海に足をつけたりしながら楽しく出発を待つ。
スタッフに日本の人がいないので、説明は英語だが、単語と雰囲気でなんとかなる。
しかも日本人は数人だったので、より海外に来ている実感ができるし、日本人の会話が聞こえない分より現実を忘れ、クルーズが楽しめる！！

フリードリンクでマイタイカクテルも飲めるので、お酒と音楽、景色全てを体験出来る内容での料金には高評価。

一瞬イルカが見えてラッキー♪♪
沈んでいく夕日から、徐々に暗闇が融合していく空の色に感動した。

乗船する船は思ってた以上に大きかったので、私の場合マイタイカクテルを飲んでも、船酔いせず過ごせてよかった♡

水しぶきはあまりかからないが、風を受けつづけると、けっこう肌寒くなって来るので、羽織れるものは持っていく大事だと思う。

It's a yacht-type cruise, so it's very pleasant to feel the wind while cruising. The guidance is in English, but it's manageable. There are not many Japanese people on board, so you can fully enjoy the feeling of being abroad. When the drizzle stopped, a rainbow appeared, and I was able to see a 180-degree rainbow over the sea. The sunset is also romantic and highly recommended.

ヨットタイプなので風を受けながらとても気持ちのいいｸﾙｰｽﾞです。英語での案内ですが、なんとかなります。乗っているのが日本人は少ないので外国にいる気分が満喫できます。
霧雨が止むとなんと虹が出て海上がって180度の虹を見ることが出来ました。
夕日もロマンチックでオススメです。