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Booked the Holokai Catamaran for the first night of our trip. Was relaxing cruising up and down Waikiki beach. Great views of Diamond Head as well. Plenty of photo opportunities. The night we went the ocean was calm and we were able to stand up on the deck the entire time. No chance of getting sea sick. The captain even let my wife steer the boat (great photo opp). Complimentary alcohol, but a healthy tip makes all the difference. Be sure to know where the pickup location is (on the beach), because you don't want to be late and "miss the boat". Perfect excursion to start off our trip. Cruise returns just in time for dinner. I'm returning to Waikiki in November and will be booking this cruise again.

The highlight of the tour is the fireworks on Friday night. Everyone can enjoy them from the deck with an unobstructed view. Thanks to Captain Josh, Crew Corinne, and Lisa, we had a great time. For some reason, we were encouraged to drink plenty of alcohol (what was the two-drink limit about?).

By the way, the tour is in English. I think it's fine even for those who are not good at English as long as you follow the people around you.

Staying at Hilton Village made it convenient. It's a 54-passenger catamaran yacht. To be honest, it does sway. Depending on the weather, it could get quite rough. I think this is a matter of personal preference. My companions were upset, but we were fortunate with the weather. Also, everyone had to board barefoot, leaving shoes in a box at the pier.

There is no cooler, but since we were on the water, it wasn't hot and was actually quite pleasant. It became a great memory.

肝心のツアークライマックスは金曜日晩の花火です。これはデッキで全員文句なしに特等席で見られます。
Captain Josh & Crew Corinne とLisaのおかげで楽しく過ごせました。なぜかアルコールもふんだんに飲まされました。(2杯のリミットはなんだったんでしょうか)
ちなみに英語ツアーになります。英語苦手な方でも周りの人に合わせてれば問題ないと思います。
ヒルトンビレッジ泊だったので楽でした。
双胴船の54人乗りのヨットです。正直なところ揺れます。天候次第ではとんでもないことになるかな。ヨットだから。これは好き嫌いかなり別れると思います。同行者は怒ってましたが天候に恵まれ助かりました。また全員素足での乗船となり、埠頭のボックスに靴は預けることになります。
クーラーもありませんが海上なので暑くなくむしろ気持ち良かったです。
良い思い出になりました。

We had an amazing time!! Unlimited Mai-Tai cocktail and drinks, great staff and nice music while cruising Waikiki beach!! What else to expect from this tour?
We absolutely recommend it to people that want to have an unforgettable Friday night at Oahu!!

I was a bit drowsy at first due to fatigue from Hawaii, but once I woke up and started watching, my eyes were glued to the performance. Of course, Presley and Michael were amazing, but I was surprised by the dancers in the background who seamlessly performed not only hula but various other dances as well. It was even more surprising to realize that they were the same staff who brought us drinks during our first meal. Wow, it was incredible. It was very engaging, and I highly recommend it. The buffet meal might not be the best, so I give it four stars.

ハワイ疲れで最初はウトウトしてましたが、はっと目覚め見始めると、目が釘ずけになりました。プレスリーやマイケルはもちろん素晴らしいのですが、バックで踊っている方々がフラはもちろんの事どんなダンスでも次々とこなし、ビックリしました。それが最初の食事の時にドリンクを運んで来てくれたスタッフだとわかり、ますますビックリ。いやー、凄いです。見応えあって、オススメです。バイキングの食事はいまいちかも。で、星4つ。

I had a refreshing experience sailing on a yacht, feeling the wind and splashing waves as we headed out to the open sea. Coming to Hawaii, it was definitely fun to engage in an activity that allowed me to experience the ocean.

ヨットに乗って、波をかぶりながら外洋へと風を受けて爽やかな体験ができました。ハワイに来て、やっぱり海を体験出来るアクティブティで、楽しかった。

I was thinking about where to watch the fireworks at Hilton on Friday when I discovered this option and signed up immediately!

There were more foreigners than Japanese participants (when I went, it was about 30% Japanese). Before boarding, the people who had gone on the sunset tour returned, and everyone was super excited. I got on a bit apprehensively, wondering why they were so hyped up (laughs). The staff were very cheerful and kept recommending Mai Tais, and the foreigners were singing and dancing to the music playing in the background, getting more and more pumped up. In the end, we all joined in a big sing-along and had a blast! I finally understood why the people who boarded earlier were so energetic. I was worried I might get seasick, but I didn't feel seasick at all; I just got drunk (laughs). However, after getting off the boat, due to the alcohol, I still felt a bit wobbly as if I was still on the boat for a while.

It was so much fun that it has become one of the activities I absolutely want to recommend to anyone going to Hawaii, and I will definitely participate in it again the next time I go to Hawaii. It was June, but it was a bit chilly at night, so having a light jacket or something might be a good idea.

金曜日のヒルトンの花火をどこで見ようかと考えていた所
このオプションを発見して、即申し込み！

参加者は日本人よりも外国人の方が多く（私が乗った時は日本人3割くらいかな）
乗る前に、サンセットツアーに行っていた人たちが帰ってきて
みんなめっちゃテンション高くて、なんであんなテンション高くなってるんだ
って若干引き気味で乗ったんだけど（笑）
スタッフはめっちゃ陽気でどんどんマイタイを薦めて来るし
外国人たちはアルコールが入ってBGMで流れている歌を歌ったり踊ったり
どんどんテンションも上がって、最終的には私たちも大合唱で大はしゃぎ！
先に乗ってた人たちのテンション高い意味がよくわかった。
船酔いするかも？って心配してたけど
船酔いは全然せず、ただ酒に酔っただけでした（笑）
でも、船を降りた後はアルコールのせいもあって
まだ船に乗っているようなフワフワ感がしばらく抜けませんでした。

とにかく楽し過ぎるので、これからハワイに行く人には絶対オススメしたいアクティビティの1つになりましたし、自分も今後ハワイに行く時には必ず参加するアクティビティの1つになりました。
6月だったけど夜は少し肌寒いので薄手のジャケット等があった方がいいかもです。

We set sail from the beach while the sun is high, gently swaying with the pleasant breeze and waves as we round Diamond Head. While enjoying the scenery and sipping drinks, we gradually transition into dusk. It's always packed, but as we toast and chat, time flies by, so standing is perfectly fine. And finally, we witness the beautiful sunset sinking into the horizon. It's not an expensive tour with meals included, so it's easy to join. Enjoying the sunset while savoring a pre-dinner drink (all-you-can-drink♪), we then have a leisurely dinner at a delicious restaurant.

陽の高いうちにビーチから出航し、心地よい風と波に揺られながらダイヤモンドヘッドの向こう側まで回り込みます。
お酒を飲みながら、風景を楽しんでのんびりしているうちにだんだん夕暮れに。
毎回満席であふれてますが、乾杯したり、おしゃべりしたりしているうちにあっという間に時間が過ぎるので立ったままでも全然大丈夫でした。
そして最後に水平線に沈む美しいサンセット
お食事付きの高価なツアーではないので気軽に参加出来ます。
サンセットを堪能しながら食前酒（呑み放題♪）を楽しみ、その後美味しいレストランでゆっくりディナーです

Away from the hustle and bustle of Waikiki, feeling the sea breeze, the view of the hotels from the ocean truly embodies Hawaii. This was my first experience on my tenth trip to Hawaii. There were 40 passengers on board, and only three of us were Japanese from my family. The female deckhand who moved swiftly was wonderful. I burned the blue of that ocean into my memory. I want to ride again!

ワイキキの雑踏から離れて、海風を受けながら、
洋上から見るホテル群、これぞハワイです。
ハワイ旅行１０回目にして、初めての体験でした。
乗船客４０名、日本人は我が家族３名だけでした。
テキパキ動く女性甲板員さんスバラシイです。
あの海の青さを眼に焼き付けました。
また、乗りたいなあ

There were Japanese participants, including our family and one couple. The rest were all foreigners, but the atmosphere was nice, and after a little while, we were asked to take photos. Even though I didn't understand much of the language, I had a great time.

When we raised the sails and cut through the wind, it felt amazing and was so much fun. We went quite far out, and I was able to see parts of Diamond Head that I usually can't, and the boat stopped so we could properly enjoy the sunset.

The captain and crew were handsome as well. I definitely want to join the sunset cruise again next time.

参加者に日本人は私達、ファミリーと1組カップルが参加されていました。
他は、外国の方ばかりでしたが雰囲気も良く、少し時間が経つと写真撮影を頼まれたりして、言葉があまり理解できなくても、十分に楽しめました。
途中で帆を上げ、風を切って進む時は最高に気持ち良く、楽しいです。
結構、沖の方まで出てくれてダイヤモンドヘッドもいつもは見ることが出来ない所が見れ、サンセットもしっかり見る事が出来るよう船を停めてくれます。
キャプテンもクルーもイケメンでしたよ。
また、次もサンセットクルーズに参加したいと思います。

It became cloudy, so I couldn't see the sunset, but I enjoyed the cruise itself. I opted for juice instead of alcohol because I was sure I would get seasick, but the sea breeze felt nice.

曇ってきてしまい結果的に夕陽は見れませんでしたが、クルーズ自体は楽しめました。お酒を飲むと確実にはきそうだったのでジュースにしましたが、海風が気持ちよかったです。

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A group of us took the Holkai Catamaran for a friend's bachelor party. We had a great time. The staff really made it fun and met some great people on the cruise as well. Would highly recommend!

I participated in this tour to see the Hilton fireworks on Friday. The moment I got on the boat, I was moved by the beautiful sunset. The Hilton fireworks lasted about five minutes, which was quite short, but the view from the boat was amazing with nothing blocking my sight. The cocktail I had (Mai Tai) was delicious, and I enjoyed a luxurious adult experience while watching the sunset and fireworks. The night breeze was quite strong, and it felt a bit chilly, so I recommend bringing a light jacket. Thank you very much.

今回金曜日のヒルトンの花火を見るためにこちらのツアーに参加しました。
船に乗った瞬間、とても美しい夕陽を見れて感動しました。
ヒルトンの花火は5分程度ととても短い時間でしたが、船上からの花火は目の前に何も遮るものがなく最高でした。
いただいたカクテル（マイタイ）も美味しく、夕陽と花火を眺めながら贅沢な大人の遊びという感じで楽しい時間を過ごす事が出来ました。
夜風が結構強く、肌寒く感じるので薄手の上着を持って行くのをおすすめします。
ありがとうございました。

After having dinner, we watched the show. The meat at dinner was very delicious. We were able to watch the show from a very good seat, right in the middle of the front row of the VIP section, and we even got to take photos and have a handshake. Personally, I enjoyed the fire dance the most. Although we weren't very familiar with songs by Elvis or Michael Jackson, we had a great time. However, if you participate, it might be even more enjoyable if you do some preparation in advance. The location is also within the Royal Hawaiian Center, which is easily accessible, so if you have the time, I definitely recommend joining.

ディナーを頂いてから、ショーを見るという流れでした。
ディナーはお肉がとてもおいしかったです。
ショーについてはVIP席の中でも真ん中の最前列という非常にいい席でみることができ、写真や握手もしてもらえました。
個人的にはファイヤーダンスが一番楽しかったです。
私たちはエルビスやマイケルジャクソンの曲などをあまり知らなかったですが、十分楽しむことができましたが、参加する際は、事前に予習しておくと更に楽しめるかもしれません。
場所もロイヤルハワイアンセンター内でアクセスもよく、時間があればぜひ参加してもらえればと思います。

Fireworks are definitely the best in Japan, but enjoying a Mai Tai while swaying on a boat and looking at the night view of Waikiki is the best! Oahu was filled with Japanese people no matter where I went or which tour I joined, but when I participated, there were only four girls and two older couples! Even so, I felt it was safer and more secure than going to a bar! I recommend it for those who want to experience a foreign atmosphere and for first-time travelers abroad!

花火はやはり日本が1番ですが、船に揺られワイキキの夜景を眺めながらのマイタイは最高です★オアフはどこに行ってもどのツアーに参加しても日本人だらけでしたが、わたしが参加したときは女の子4人組と年配のご夫婦2組だけでした！それでもBARに行くより安心で安全だと感じました！外国気分を味わいたい方、初海外の方にもおすすめです♪

The crew was cheerful, and with the option to drink alcohol, the atmosphere on board was full of fun. However, there are a few points that Japanese travelers should be cautious about, which may be helpful for those participating in the future.

1. The departure location is hard to find.
2. You will almost get completely soaked when boarding.
3. The time between the meeting time and departure is wasted.

Regarding point 1, as others have mentioned, since it's within the hotel premises, it was very difficult for those not staying there to find. I went for a preview the day before, but there were no landmarks, so I was anxious until the day of departure.

For point 3, there was no designated line for boarding, and passengers were scattered around, so even though I arrived well before the 5:00 PM meeting time, I ended up being one of the last to board.

If you're used to the proper service found in Japan, you might feel a bit confused. Honestly, I was quite skeptical about these issues before boarding, but the cruise itself was enjoyable.

クルーの人達が陽気な感じで、お酒も飲めるとあって、船内は楽しさいっぱいでした。
ただし、日本人的には気を付けなければならない点がいくつかありますので、今後参加される方のご参考になれば。
1.　出航場所が分かりづらい
2.　乗船する時にほぼびしょぬれになる
3.　集合時間から出航までの時間が無駄

1.は、別の方も書いていますが、ホテルの敷地内ですので、そこに宿泊していない者にとっては非常に分かりづらかったです。前日に下見に行ったのですが、何の目印もないので、当日まで不安でした
3.は、乗船用の列がなく、お客さんはその辺に散らばっていたので、集合の17:00よりかなり前に行ったのに、いざ乗り込む時は一番最後になってしまいました．．

日本のように、きちんとしたサービスに慣れていると、少々戸惑うかもしれません。
正直、私は乗船する前は、これらのことで疑心暗鬼でしたが、クルーズ自体は楽しかったです。

The pleasant sea breeze of Hawaii, the shimmering Diamond Head at sunset, and a cruise while sipping on the original Mai Tai was the perfect way to wrap up our trip. My sister, my daughters, and I participated, and it was everyone's first yacht cruise, but everyone loved it. The original Mai Tai on the Mai Tai Catamaran was as delicious as the crew boasted, and everyone had multiple drinks. About 30% of the participants were Japanese, but everyone was cheerful and having a great time. As the reviews said, the cost performance is very good. For attire, we participated in locally sourced muumuu dresses, but since the wind lifted the hems, I think shorts would be less bothersome. We took off our beach sandals and went barefoot. We didn't get wet on the yacht, but when boarding, the hem of my dress got wet from the waves on the beach. That was fun too. Before boarding, they take group photos with Diamond Head in the background. They take really beautiful photos, so I recommend buying them. I definitely want to participate again on my next trip to Honolulu. The crew, who kept the atmosphere lively, was also great! I am looking forward to joining again!

ハワイの心地良い海風と夕日に輝くダイヤモンドヘッド、そしてオリジナルのマイタイを飲みながらのクルーズは、旅の締めくくりにぴったりでした。
私と妹、娘たち4人での参加でみんな初のヨットクルーズでしたが、全員絶賛していました。
マイタイ カタマラン号のオリジナルマイタイは、クルーの自慢通り、とても美味しくみんな何杯も飲んでいました。
参加者は、日本人は3割程度でしたが、みんな陽気に楽しく盛り上がっていました。
口コミ通り、コスパもとても良いと思います。
服装は、私たちは現地調達したムームードレスで参加しましたが、風ですそがめくれるので、ショートパンツなどのほうが気にならないと思います。
足元は、ビーチサンダルをぬいで裸足になります。
ヨット上では濡れなかったですが、ヨットに乗り込むときに浜辺の波でドレスのすそが濡れました。それも楽しかったですが。
乗船前にグループごとにダイヤモンドヘッドをバックに写真を撮ってくれます。
凄くきれいに撮ってくれるので買う事をオススメします。
次回のホノルル旅行のときにも、またぜひとも参加したいと思っています。
楽しく盛り上げてくれたクルーもGOOD！！です。
また、ぜひとも参加したい思っています♪

I chose a standard seat, but since I arrived early, I was able to sit in the front row even with a standard ticket. The show was spectacular and very enjoyable. The stage is surrounded by tables in a U-shape, so no matter where you sit, you can enjoy the dancing from all angles.

The food looks delicious, but don't expect too much from it. (laughs) It was mentioned that you would receive a shell lei, but standard seats don't get anything. Only gold and diamond seats receive that.

スタンダード席にしましたが、早めに行ったのでスタンダードでも前方に一番近い席に座れました。ショーは圧巻でとても楽しかったです。ステージをこの字型に囲ってテーブルがあり、どの席に座っても四方を向いてダンスしてくれるので横側でも楽しめます。
美味しそうに見えますが、料理は期待しないで下さい。笑
シェルレイをもらえると書いてましたが、スタンダード席は何ももらえないです。ゴールドとダイヤモンド席のみでした。

Beautiful afternoon/evening cruise - recommend the catamaran option, crew were great fun & accommodating - probably don't need the dinner option as food is not the focus of the experience

We thoroughly enjoyed it. The food was average. The staff very friend,
Ly All we expected it to be

Ninety-nine percent of the people on board were foreigners. Everyone was very cheerful, and I thought that foreign people and Japanese aunties are universally the same! However, it was disappointing that there was only one type of free drink.

乗船している人は９割9分外国人でした。
皆さんとっても陽気で外国の人も日本のおばちゃんも万国共通なんだ！と思いました。
ただ無料ドリンクは一種類だけだったのが残念でした。

We had our wedding in Hawaii in January and used this for the after-party. Everyone had quite a bit to drink, but it was a comfortable cruise without much swaying. We were lucky to unexpectedly see whales. Be careful, as it takes quite a while to walk from the Hilton to the beach.

1月にハワイで結婚式を挙げ、2次会で利用しました。皆さんかなり酒が入っていましたが、特に揺れる事も無く、快適なクルーズでした。思いがけず、鯨を見る事が出来てラッキーでした。ヒルトンからビーチを歩いていくと、かなりかかるので要注意です。

They talked about the history of Hawaii, but I couldn't understand anything at all... (*ºчº*)w

I thought I would have enjoyed it more if I could speak English. (´∇｀)

Thank you very much!!!!

ハワイの歴史の話をしてくれたんですが。。。
全く聴き取れず。。。。(*ºчº*)w

英語が喋れたらもっと楽しめたなーっと思いました(´∇｀)

ありがとうございました!!!!

This was a fun cruise...good music, great staff, fun atmosphere...we were especially happy and grateful to the staff, as we were a group of 8, celebrating a friend's 60th birthday. Three of us had neglected to get tickets in time, and were on standby, hoping that we'd all get on the boat. Luckily, we were all able to go on the cruise, making this a special event for our friend...thanks so much, Holokai Catamaran!

I wanted to see a show in Hawaii, and I found a campaign for a second ticket free for "Rock-a-Hula," so I signed up immediately (･∀･). The shuttle service was also free, but since I was staying near the Royal Hawaiian Center where the show was held, I walked there. I arrived around 6:15 PM.

Dinner was served about 1 to 2 hours before the show started. We were welcomed with drinks and pineapple, and then we each took a plate to the area where the food was laid out. There was a wide variety of dishes, and the whole roasted pig was showcased by the chef. While the pig was the main attraction, the huli huli chicken and roast beef were also delicious.

Since it was a buffet, I planned to go back for more, but I got full after just one plate and decided against getting more. For dessert, there were cakes and coconut macadamia nut ice cream, and I tried everything. During the meal, we learned hula dancing, and the atmosphere was filled with the sounds of ukulele and singing, truly capturing the essence of Hawaii.

After dinner, we entered the venue in order, and I was seated on the second floor, but I didn't feel far from the stage at all. Plus, the Elvis impersonator came up to the second floor and even shook hands with us. We enjoyed hula dancing and fire dancing with impersonators of Michael Jackson and Katy Perry, and time flew by.

At the end, we were able to take pictures with the impersonators for free! I really had a wonderful time. Thank you, ALOHA!

ハワイで何かショーを見たくて探していたらロックアフラの2人目無料のキャンペーンがあったので即申込みました(･∀･)
送迎も無料でしたがショーのあるロイヤルハワイアンセンターの近くに宿泊していたので歩いて行きました。
18:15頃に到着しました。
食事はショーがはじまるまえ1.2時間でとるようになっていました
スタッフの方からのウェルカムドリンクとパイナップルが振る舞われ、その後は1人ずつ皿を持ち料理が並んでいる所へ
種類も豊富にあり豚の丸焼きはシェフが披露していました。
その豚がメインですが他にもフリフリチキンやローストビーフも美味しかったです。
ビュッフェなので次に取りに行こうと思っていましたが1皿でお腹いっぱいになり追加は断念しました。
デザートはケーキやココナッツマカダミアクッキーアイスクリームがあり全部制覇しました。
食事中はフラダンスを教わったりウクレレの音や歌で雰囲気はハワイでした。
食事後順番に会場入り2Fの席だったのですがステージとの距離はあまり感じませんでした。
しかもプレスリーのそっくりさんは2Fまで来てくれて握手もしてもらえました。
マイケルジャクソン、ケイティペリーとフラダンスやファイヤーダンスと、あっという間に時間が過ぎました。
最後にはそっくりさんとの写真撮影も無料で出来ました！
本当に楽しい時間が過ごせました。
thank you ALOHA!

The captain and crew were great and they made the cruise enjoyable. The ride was nice even tho' it did not go to sunset, probably about 1/2 hour short. Major complaint was that the wine selection was WEAK. No red!!

Nice show! I took my family (the age varies from 9 to 87), and everyone liked it!

This was our first luau and we both enjoyed it.

Husband and I chose the Golden Circle package. We were given leis when we arrived, seated next to the stage, and were among the first to go up to the buffet.

The buffet was typical buffet foods with some Hawaiian additions. It was nie to taste new flavors but, the meats were overcooked and dry. Typical steam tray buffet. There were some nice vegetable options and the desserts were good. I don't recommend the poi. Try it somewere else.

The show takes the guests on a tour of the Polynesian islands through dance. The dancers play to all 3 sides of the seating so everyone gets a good show. Woo! The dancers were great. The musicians were great. The emcee was great. Yes, we enjoyed the show. I was mesmerized by the skill of the dancers.

My biggest complaint is the seating. We were very cramped at the tables. The chairs are uncushioned wood and tightly packed. It kinda reminded me of a wedding-type seating.

I'm glad I could see the Hilton fireworks. However, 90 minutes might be surprisingly long!? It started to rain halfway through, and I think 60 minutes would have been enough!

ヒルトンの花火が見られて良かった。
だけど90分は意外と長いかも！？
途中スコールも降ってきて、60分でも十分だと思う！

They take you quite far out into the ocean. There’s an all-you-can-drink alcohol option, but they also had non-alcoholic tropical cocktails that tasted just like the tropical blended cocktails. You can still have fun even if you don’t drink. It can get quite bumpy, so if you’re prone to seasickness, it might be better to skip it. Most of the participants were foreigners, and they seemed to enjoy the rocking. There were groups dancing energetically to the loud music, and just being in the same space was fun. If you have plans afterward, please allow for extra time. They took us out to sea for about 20 minutes longer than scheduled. I think it’s a good idea to make restaurant reservations with some buffer time.

けっこう沖まで行ってくれます。
アルコール飲み放題ですが、
トロピカルなブレンドのカクテルと同じ味の
ノンアルコールのトロピカルなカクテルも
用意されていました。
お酒が飲めなくても楽しめます。
かなり揺れるので、酔いやすい人はやめておいた方がいいかも知れません。
参加していたのはほとんどが外国人で、
その揺れも楽しんでいました。
大音量で流れる音楽でノリノリで踊っているグループもいて
同じ空間にいるだけで楽しかったです。
このあとの予定があるかたは、時間は長めに見ていてください。
予定よりも20分ほど長めに海に出てくれていました。
レストランなどの予約は、余裕を持って予約するといいと思います。