Reviewed by: kazu
The weather was cloudy with light rain starting partway through, but I was fortunate enough to spot whales three times, seeing their spouts, backs, and tails. It was an English tour, but whenever a whale appeared, someone would shout "Whale! Right?" so it wasn't a problem. I was at the very front of the boat and was thrilled to see turtles and dolphins swimming nearby. However, the boat was quite rocky, so I strongly recommend taking motion sickness medication. I also noticed some people feeling groggy inside the boat.
Additionally, it can be surprisingly cold on the water, so a jacket or a towel is essential. There is a directive to print out a waiver on paper, but it seemed that you could also read a QR code at the reception and respond that way. For those who are not confident in English, I think it would be fine to sign the printed paper and bring it along.
I hope everyone has a great experience!
天候は曇りで途中から小雨が降るなど恵まれませんでしたが、クジラには気付いただけで3回、塩吹き、背中、尾びれまで見ることが出来ました。英語ツアーでしたがクジラがでるとどなたかがWhale!right などと叫ぶので問題なかったです。船の一番前で見ていたところ、カメやイルカが泳ぐのも身近に見れて大満足。ただし、かなり揺れがあったので酔い止めを飲まれることを強くおすすめします。船内でグロッキー状態の方も見かけました。
また海上は意外と寒いので上着やバスタオルなど羽織物も必須です。
なお、宣誓書を紙でプリントアウトしていくよう指示がありますが、当日受付でQRコードを読んで回答してもよいようでした。英語苦手な方は印刷した紙にサインしてお持ちになればよいかと思います。
みなさんの体験がよいものでありますように
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/24 |
Reviewed by: みっち
Twenty years ago, when I boarded, it was cramped and fully booked... The windows were small and hard to see out of, but this time I read in the reviews that the sea is clearer in the morning, so I made a reservation for the early morning. There happened to be only six of us on board... It felt like we had the place to ourselves, and my family was happy.
20年前に乗船した時は狭いし、満席で…
窓も小さくて見難かったけれど、今回は口コミを読んで朝の方が海が濁っていないとしり、朝イチで予約。
乗船したのが、たまたま6人だけで…ゆったり貸切気分で過ごせました。家族も喜んでいました。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/04 |
Reviewed by: Jumbo
The guides for this tour are all American, so if you don't understand English, you won't be able to enjoy it 100%. There is a Japanese audio guide available, but the guides tell a lot of jokes, so understanding them will enhance your experience.
The submarine is anchored offshore, and you will take a shuttle boat to get there. There are restrooms on the shuttle boat, so please take care of that before boarding.
At a depth of 30 meters, you can see the wreckage of fighter planes and sunken ships. Fortunately, we were lucky enough to see a sea turtle swimming above the sunken ship. The course lasts 40 minutes, but it goes by in no time. It seems that the sea is less murky in the morning.
このツアーのガイドはすべてアメリカ人なので、英語がわからないと100%は楽しめません。日本語オーディオガイドがありますが、ガイドの話はジョークが多いので、それがわかるともっと楽しめます。
潜水艦は沖に停泊しており、そこまでシャトルボートで向かいます。トイレはシャトルボートにあるので、乗り込む前に済ませておいてください。
水深30mmで潜ると、戦闘機の残骸や沈没船が見れます。今回ラッキーなことにウミガメが沈没船の上を泳いでいました。40分のコースですが、あっという間に終了します。午前中の方が海は濁ってないみたいです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Yoshi
It was a comfortable catamaran boat. It was a bit small, but we were able to see several whales swimming perfectly. Thanks to our cheerful guide, we really enjoyed the cruise.
快適なカタマランボートでした。やや小ぶりでしたが、何頭かの鯨が泳ぐ姿もバッチリ。陽気なガイドさんのおかげでクルーズもenjoy出来ました。
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| Packages: | 【特典付き】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/21 |
Reviewed by: KU
We were able to see whales safely, although we were a bit far away. However, the wind was strong and the waves were high, causing the boat to rock a lot. By the time we reached the whale watching point, the situation was quite tough, and honestly, it felt like we couldn't focus on seeing the whales at all. Those who don't get seasick seemed to be having a great time, but I think it's essential for those who are prone to motion sickness to take medication.
少し離れたところからではありましたが、無事にクジラは見れました。ただ風が強く、波も高かったので船がすごく揺れました。クジラが見れるポイントについた時にはかなり辛い状況で、正直クジラを見るどころではない感じでした。船酔いしない人は楽しそうにしてましたが、酔いやすい人は酔い止め必須だと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/18 |
Reviewed by: 碧海
After watching the sunrise at Diamond Head, I returned to the hotel to change and then participated in the 10:30 whale watching tour. I thought I might not see any whales since it was only a two-hour trip, but I was able to see whales multiple times, although they were a bit distant on either side of the boat. It was also thanks to being on the boat that I could see Diamond Head and Waikiki Beach! It was cloudy, so it wasn't a concern, but on a sunny day, it would be wise to apply sunscreen thoroughly (the wind is strong, so hats can fly away). One point to note is that the announcements were only in English, and it was a bit unclear that I needed to sign a waiver before boarding, but other than that, I was really satisfied.
ダイヤモンドヘッドの朝日を見て、ホテルに帰って着替えてから、10時半のホエールウォッチングに参加しました。
2時間なので見えないかもと思っていましたが、船の左右で少し離れてはいましたが何度も鯨を見ることができました。
ダイヤモンドヘッドとワイキキビーチが見えるのも船に乗ったからこそ!
曇り空だったので気になりませんでしたが、快晴なら日焼け止めをしっかり塗ったほうが良さそう。(風が強いので帽子は飛んでいきます)
ただ一点、英語のアナウンスのみのため、補償契約を乗船前に書かなくてはいけないのが分かりづらかったけど、それ以外は本当に満足でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/15 |
Reviewed by: Sarah
We enjoyed the trip. The staff were helpful, friendly and fun.
We saw loads of sea turtles and enjoyed the sailing out there.
The trip was great for all ages and the equipment was good quality.
We would go again!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (2:30PM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/25 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
We were a group of 11, and everyone voted this the best activity of our time in Waikiki.
Book early in your trip, as we were rescheduled due to the weather, to ensure that we had the best experience and visibility.
Boarding from Waikiki Beach is so convenient and meant we didn't have to spend time and money getting to the harbour.
Crew were great fun and helped to guide the group to turtle sightings.
Drinks are included!
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/26 |
Reviewed by: Cal
Good value, tour guides very nice and knowledgeable, made sure everyone was safe and pointed out the sea turtles. The water was a bit murky that day but we still got to see a lot of fish and some sea turtles. The only part I didn’t like was at the end the guide threw crackers into the water to attract fish so we could get a better view of the fish. This seems like it would be bad for the fish and not sustainable.
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| Packages: | Late-Morning Snorkel Cruise (11:45 AM) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/22 |
Reviewed by: Brooke
The check-in was quick and painless. The boat was very clean & had a bathroom (which we didn’t need.) The crew gave each passenger a small bottle of water. The crew was friendly and they had great music onboard. It was a beautiful morning on the water and the sailing was smooth. Sadly, we didn’t see any whales, but understandably, that can’t be controlled. They did offer us a second trip at no cost, which I feel is the best they can do! I loved the size of the boat the most. It’s big enough to manage the sea, but not so large you feel lost in the passenger count. If you want a wonderful morning on the water, don’t hesitate to book.
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One Free - Review Rebate Special! Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/12 |
Reviewed by: Caitlin
Was our last night and it made for a nice ending to our vacation. Beautiful views, nice music, and the BYOB. Tour guides explained safety and pointed out wildlife.
Expected to see more wildlife and I understand it's not a guarantee but felt the "glass bottom boat" description was a bit misleading. The glass bottom refers to maybe 4 small square areas on the boat you can look down and see a clear panel that shows what's in the water. Can't get up close or anything. Took 1 star off for that.
Other than that, it was still a fantastic time, and my family really enjoyed it.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/08 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Fun, but it gets hot out in the sun! Just be sure to bring tons of screen(reef safe!)
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| Packages: | Late-Morning Snorkel Cruise (11:45 AM) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/20 |
Reviewed by: はっちーに
I didn't see any whales, but the view of Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head from the ocean was very beautiful! I accepted that it was just a matter of luck, but I still enjoyed the cruising experience. It was really bumpy, so I definitely recommend bringing motion sickness medication from Japan.
くじらは見られませんでしたが、海の上から見るワイキキビーチとダイヤモンドヘッドはとても綺麗でした!
こればっかりは運なので仕方がない、と諦めましたがクルージングだけでも充分楽しめました。すごく揺れたので酔い止めは日本から持って行ったほうが絶対にいいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/03 |
Reviewed by: チャコ
Everyone except for my husband and me were foreigners. If you don't set the audio guide to Japanese, you won't understand the explanations at all. However, since the boat rocks a lot on the way, it's better to have motion sickness medication. It was thrilling to transfer from the boat to the submarine. Moving in the middle of the ocean to the submarine was amazing. When a sea turtle swam close to the window, I was so impressed! It was great to encounter various fish as well.
私達夫婦以外全て外国人。説明も日本語オーディオガイドにセットしないと説明が全く分からず、しかし、行きの船がとても揺れるので酔い止めの薬は、あった方が良い。船から潜水艇を乗り移る時などは感動。海のど真ん中でから、潜水艇へと移動。ウミガメが、窓の近くに泳いで来てくれた時は、すご〜い❗️と感動。
色んな魚とも出会いよかったです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/20 |
Reviewed by: ぽろろん
I participated at the end of the year. I took motion sickness medication, but the boat was very slow, and it was tough until we returned to land. I couldn't see any whales, but later I heard that it's quite rare to see them around Oahu. Even if you do see them, they are said to be very far away. I think it would be better to participate in Maui or similar locations.
年末に参加しました。
酔い止めを飲んで参加しましたが、船がとてもゆっくりで陸に戻るまで辛かったです。
クジラも見る事ができなかったのですが、後で聞くとオアフで見られるのはかなり希なようですね。
見る事ができてもとても遠いとの事でした。
マウイ島などで参加されるのがよいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Lisa
The guys that operate the boat were easy going, friendly and informative with a splash of humour.
The trip delivers as promised. They sail you to turtle canyon, you snorkel and enjoy a lovely sailing journey back.
It doesn’t have frills like food or drink ( you can take your own goodies, no problem), but that’s not what this trip is about. It caters perfectly to the people that put simply just want to catch a ride to the perfect spot to see turtles.
I would absolutely use them again. They are professional and good value for money. I recommend them A+++.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (2:30PM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/19 |
Reviewed by: RoesL
An incredible experience. Turtles were everywhere, plenty of tropical fish and we were lucky enough to see dolphins as well. The crew were fantastic, super friendly and helpful.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Susie
Purchasing on line was a breeze. Check in was quick and easy. The all-female crew was professional, knowledgeable, and FUN. Cruising along the Waikiki shore was exhilarating and relaxing at the same time, and we had no problem seeing whales. We even got to see the illusive tail flip! Cannot recommend this enough. It was the highlight of our vacation. (We were first-time Waikiki visitors)
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| Packages: | 2-Hour Waikiki Whale Watching Sail |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/31 |
Reviewed by: ジュディ
There was only one point of interest, which felt a bit lonely, but the staff were all friendly. Although it's not directly related to the tour, the meeting place is a homeless hub, so the atmosphere isn't very good, and it's something to be cautious about.
ポイントは一ヶ所のみで少し寂しい感じでしたが、スタッフの方々は皆さんフレンドリーでした。ツアーとは直接関係ないですが、集合場所はホームレス拠点なので、あまり雰囲気は良くないし、要注意です。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/25 |
Reviewed by: S Cruz
It was a great way to start the day. Super convenient if you're staying at a hotel on Kalakaua Ave. Just walk to the Duke Statue on Waikiki Beach, check-in and board. No driving to the harbor and dealing with parking. The crew were all very professional and super helpful to nervous, first time snorkelers. They rent all that you need but they don't have fins so if you want/need fins bring your own.
We stopped on the way out to observe some dolphins so if you're lucky its not just turtles you'll see. Definitely worth it and we will go again the next time we visit.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Julie Haider
We had a great time. We saw dolphins, turtles, and a mom and baby humpback whale. The baby was breaching over and over; incredible to watch! The crew was funny and informative and helpful. It was a really enjoyable experience!
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| Packages: | [10:30 AM] Morning Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Ernesto
Excellent experience for the whole family! The crew were very helpful and courteous. I highly recommend this excursion. I have used Veltra for years now and will continue to use them. I had missed my flight and couldn’t make it to the original date . I called and they were able to reschedule me with no hesitation. Great customer service and care!
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| Packages: | Late-Morning Snorkel Cruise (11:45 AM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/21 |
Reviewed by: バアバ
I was disappointed that I couldn't see any whales, but I enjoyed the beautiful scenery without any waves. Next time, I will sign up for a Japanese tour!
クジラが見れなかったのが残念でしたでも波もなく素晴らしい景色堪能しました☺️次回は日本語ツアー申込します❗
We are sorry to hear that you were unable to see any whales this time. Since the information was provided in English, it may not have been communicated effectively. However, if you do not see any whales, you can board again for free. We will work on providing more information in Japanese in the future.
この度はクジラが見えなかったとのこと、残念でございました。英語でのご案内でしたのでうまく伝わらなかったかもしれませんが、クジラが見えなかった場合は無料でもう一度ご乗船いただけます。もう少し日本語でのご案内を増やすようにしていきたいと思います。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Fuwa
I was wondering if I would be able to see anything in December, but I boarded the boat with a little hope. The cheerful and polite staff welcomed us warmly. Despite the strong sea breeze, they called out to each group of passengers and took photos one after another. I got to see the whale I had been longing for and the spouting water. I am grateful to the staff who anchored the boat in the sea and waited patiently. The vast blue ocean stretched out as far as the eye could see. I hope to ride this boat again someday for whale watching. By then, I’m sure I’ll be able to meet the whales…
12月ではまだ見れないかな?と思いながら、少しだけ期待もして搭乗した船。
陽気で丁寧な応対のお兄さん達。
強い海風に煽られながらも、グループ毎の乗客に声をかけて、次々に写真を撮ってくれた。
会いたかったくじら。見たかった汐吹。
海上で船を停泊させて粘ってくれた、お兄さん達に、感謝。青い大海原がずっと先まで見渡せた。
いつかまたフォーエルウォッチングをしにこの船に乗ろう。その時は、きっと、くじらに合えるように…
We are sorry to hear that you were unable to see any whales this time. If you don't see any whales, you can re-challenge, and you can board for free until April 15, 2024, during the whale watching season. When you return to Hawaii, please be sure to board with Pink Sails.
この度はクジラが見えなかったとのこと、残念でございました。クジラが見えなかった場合は再チャレンジということで、ホエールウォッチング期間中の2024年4月15日までは無料でご乗船頂いています。またハワイに戻られた際には是非 Pink Sailsにご乗船ください。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Josh
Overall, we enjoyed the trip. Staff was great! However, the snorkel spot was crowded with lots of other groups. It felt like you were bumping into people the whole time. We saw some turtles, but there wasn't much else to see. Also, the parking instructions are unclear. All it said was they validate in the garage, so I parked in the obvious giant garage. But they don't validate in that one (the Hale Koa). They only validate in the Hilton Garage which is harder to find. I hope they aren't unclear on purpose...that cost an extra $39!
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| Packages: | Premium Package: Morning Turtle Snorkel with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/02 |
Reviewed by: hero
With anticipation, I set sail, feeling the pleasant breeze and gazing at the coastline of Waikiki Beach. However, as time went by, my feelings became complicated with disappointment and sadness about not being able to see much. But when the boat finally reached the point where dolphins gather, everyone started taking pictures, and somehow that helped distract me a little.
As for my thoughts, I felt that we needed to go a bit further out to see more. Also, since the boat rocked quite a bit, I thought medication would be necessary.
期待を持ちながら、出航し気持ちいい風を感じながら、ワイキキビーチの海岸を眺め、海を見つめていましたが、時間がどんどん経つにつれ、段々見れないことに気持ちが、落ち込むことと、残念に思うことに複雑になってきましたが、最後イルカの集まるポイント!?に船が着くとみんな写真をパシャパシャと、何となくそれで少し、気がまぎれたようなかんじになりました!?
感想としては、もう少し沖に出ないと、見れるものも見れないのではと思った。
また、船が、だいぶ揺れるので、薬は必要と思った。
We are sorry to hear that you did not see any whales this time. If you do not see any whales, you are welcome to join us again for free until April 15, 2024, during the whale watching season. We hope you can participate again if the opportunity arises.
この度はクジラが見えなかったとのこと、残念でございました。クジラが見えなかった場合は、ホエールウォッチング期間中の2024年4月15日までは再度無料でご乗船頂いておりますので、機会がありましたらまた是非ご参加ください。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/29 |
Reviewed by: えとうぷ
The tour was conducted only in English, but even for us, who hardly speak any English, we managed just fine. It's not guaranteed that you'll definitely see whales, but they extended the time by about an hour beyond the scheduled time, and we were able to see them. I was really happy that they were so flexible.
Even though I had seen Waikiki from the ocean on TV, the actual scenery was amazing. Even if we hadn't seen any whales, it was a tour that left us completely satisfied! If I come to Hawaii during the whale watching season again, I will definitely want to join this tour.
ツアー自体は英語のみの案内なのですが、英語がほとんどできない私達でもなんとかなりました。
クジラは必ず見えるとはもちろん確定されていません。ただ、予定していた時刻より1h時間ほど延長してくださり無事に見ることができました。ここまで融通を効かせてくださることも本当に嬉しかったですし
沖から見るワイキキはテレビで見たことがあっても実際の風景は素晴らしく、仮にクジラが見えなかったとしても十分満足ができるツアーでした!
またホエールウォッチングができる時期にハワイに来たら必ず参加したいツアーです。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/30 |
Reviewed by: たかたか
I couldn't see any fish, let alone sea turtles. Everyone got bored and quickly went back on the boat, just cruising for the remaining time. It wasn't interesting, and I was freezing. The best memory was seeing a wild seal on the beach before getting on the boat. I'm disappointed.
ウミガメどころか、魚もろくに見えませんでした。
みんなつまんないから早々に船に上がり、あと残った時間クルージングしてるだけです。面白くもないし、寒くて仕方ありませんでした。
船に乗る前に砂浜で野生のアザラシを見れたのが1番な思い出でした。がっかり。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/01 |
Reviewed by: F. C.
Such a great experience!
Crew was great and made the whale watching excursion wonderful.
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| Packages: | [1:00 PM] Whale Watching Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/01 |
Reviewed by: はにー
It might be the same everywhere, but I was forced to wear a buoy around my waist and was bombarded with English instructions. Even when I wanted to get out because it was cold, they wouldn’t let anyone leave until everyone was in the water. If I tried to get out from another spot, I was redirected. It was a terrible place. It would be better if there were Japanese staff present.
どこも同じようなものかも知れませんが、腰に、うき具を付けらされ、一方的に英語でまくし立てられ、寒いから上がろうとしても、全員水に入るまでは、上がらせない。別の所から上がろうとすると回らされる、最低な所でした。日本人スタッフが居るところが良いですね。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/01/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/25 |
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Aloha Brooke,
We are thrilled to hear that even though you didn't see whales you still had a great time out there with us! please give us a call and we will set you back up for a complimentary whale watch so that you can try see them! you can do this as many times as you need till you see them! ill let our reservations team know!