Reviewed by: MARIKO
ケアウホウベイでは集合場所が分からずウロウロしましたが、時間にはボートを引いた車と共に船長のタカさん、ガイドのキャシーさんが来てくれて無事に出発しました。なんと私たち2人だけの貸切でした❣️
先ずはイルカを追ってボートはひた走り、見つけたらタカさんがポイントで船を止めて、素早く海へ❗️
一瞬モタモタしても遅れます
何回か繰り返し、それなりにはイルカは見れましたが水中写真はうまく撮れず・・・こんなもんかなぁ〜と思っていました。
2人だけなので「どうしますか?シュノーケルに移動しますか?」と聞かれ、最後もう一回イルカと泳ぎたいと希望❣️
ラストチャンスでは、たくさんのイルカを見て、一緒に泳いで大満足でした♪
次はシュノーケルに移動。途中で洞窟やペレの岩など見所に立ち寄りながらケアラケクア湾に到着❗️
透明度の高い湾では時間を忘れて夢中でした♪
そろそろ帰ろうか〜!と声がかかるまであっという間でした。大満足の半日となりました。もう少しいたかった。タカさん、キャシーさんありがとうございました♪
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/06/16 |
Activity Date: | 2016/05/31 |
Reviewed by: Sarah
Magnifica mini crociera su catamarano, splendida esperienza e vista magnifica su diamond head e waikiki beach. Fantastico!!!
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/05/04 |
Activity Date: | 2016/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Janice Bryan
1st time to Hawaii and was a little disappointed had to cancel our whale watching trip the 1st time but was able to reschedule before we left. We saw one whale but wasn't fast enough to get a picture. Just saw a little bit of the hump and tail. But we had fun while we could.
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Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch [1.5 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/05/01 |
Activity Date: | 2016/04/05 |
Reviewed by: Jane
We had a great time out with a fabulous, fun and friendly crew. We loved being on this particular boat. You can stand really close to the edge or laze out in the middle over the netting. Oh and the whales were entertaining too. We even saw one breech! Will definitely do this again.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/04/16 |
Activity Date: | 2016/03/26 |
Reviewed by: Mama
Very nice experience! I was going with my 8yd son. Very impressive!
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2016/04/05 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/18 |
Reviewed by: Stephanie M.
We went on the afternoon cruise on Valentine's Day 2016 that was suppose to leave at 3 p.m. We ended up leaving about 15 minutes late because we had to wait for a van coming from Waikiki with more riders and they were late. We did see whales about 2 miles off the Hilton Hawaiian Hotel. The crew was very friendly and we enjoyed the open bar. It was like a whale watching party on someone's private boat! We had so much fun, that we booked the 5:30 p.m. boat cruise that very same day! Again, the only disappointment was that the boat was suppose to depart at 5:30 p.m., but this time it did not depart until 6:15 p.m. (45 minutes later!) because again, we were waiting on a van that had gone to hotels in Waikiki to pick up more riders and they were late due to traffic. Our boat cruise was cut short by 45 minutes and we only stayed out on the ocean until 7 p.m. so we felt cheated out of ocean time. Again, the crew was friendly but when I pay to spend time on the ocean, I expect and want to spend the entire one and a half hours on the ocean. In the future, I would suggest to the boat company, not to wait for a late van of riders and penalize those who were on time. Or, make sure that your riders get their full time on the ocean by staying out longer if you depart late.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/03/05 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/14 |
Reviewed by: Mike & Helena
We had a really good time. It was whale season and we saw many. The crew was very friendly. When we ran out of our wine they loaded us up on vodka drinks.
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Packages: | Sunset Sail (BYOB) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/03/05 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/09 |
Reviewed by: DRL
Captain Carol was outstanding!!! Had a great time even though the weather was questionable. Great service, food, music and a lot of laughs. Even the turtles had a great time.
Aloha!
We are very happy to hear you enjoyed our tour. Hope you will join again!!
Mahalo nui loa!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/02/19 |
Activity Date: | 2016/02/16 |
Reviewed by: smdaniela
The crew were very pleasant and helpful, somewhat informative. Drinks were available to anyone who wanted them that early in the morning, and there were many who did. Unfortunately,only a few tails sighted. Boat/captain only went about 3 miles out, where every other boat had gone to whale watch - and no one had any luck. I'm guessing a combination of too many boats, too much noise, and the slight delay in migration everyone talked about b/c of el Nino.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/02/13 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/23 |
Reviewed by: Cyndi
We spent Christmas in Hawaii and went on this excursion and absolutely loved it!!! The crew was fabulous and we would do this excursion again!!!
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2016/01/11 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/24 |
Reviewed by: まりにゃん
そんなに近くはなかったんですが、何度か鯨の潮吹き見れました。
スタッフさんもとてもいい方で、英語がわからないと言ったら日本語で説明してくれました。
クジラが見れなくてもハワイの海をクルージングしているだけでとても気持ち良かったです。
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Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/01/10 |
Activity Date: | 2016/01/04 |
Reviewed by: PINE
クジラが見れず残念だった。
船が揺れやすく、乗船時間が長いので、乗り物酔いをする人はおすすめできません(私は船酔いを殆どしたことがなかったのに、完全にやられましたから)。
景色は楽しめたのでその点は良かった。
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Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2016/01/07 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/12 |
Reviewed by: ありさん
遠くのほうでなんとかクジラを見ることができました。スタッフも一人だけ日本語を話すことができ親切に対応してもらいました。非常に楽しかったです。
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Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2016/01/05 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/11 |
Reviewed by: TKD
シーズンに入ったばかり&途中から雨という悪天候で、
肝心のクジラには出会えませんでしたが、
大きな虹がワイキキビーチのホテル群の上に・・・!
別の意味で、クルーズを楽しめました。
下船前に、「今シーズン中、もう一度乗船チケット」をくれました。
どうしてもクジラ・・・という場合は、滞在期間の早いうちにして、
再チャレンジできるスケジュールにしてみては?
(再乗船の予約は電話で、英語のみ対応のようです)
今回は天気が荒れ、船は結構揺れました・・・
座っているよりも、立って手すりにつかまり揺れに対応していた方がラクでした。
気分が悪くなった人には、クルーが丁寧に対応していましたよ。
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Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/29 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/17 |
Reviewed by: Gunnar Durén
Given the early season we had low expectations on whale spotting, but we were at least looking forward to a great boat ride on the ocean. And we sure got that.
After about 20 minutes we spotted the first whale air blowout and there were many more. Finally two North Pacific Hump Back whales surfaced and dove down again, showing their tailfins. Great experience, great weather, great boat trip.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/12/13 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/10 |
Reviewed by: アントン蛇蝎
人生初のホエールウォッチング、しかも今シーズン初日との事。
小雨降る中、波も高く、うーんだめかなって思ってたら、クジラ君現れました。
ほんのチョットでしたが、運が良かったです。
その他にびっくりしたのが、スタッフも参加者も全部外人。日本人は私と家内の2人のみ、スタッフの外人さんが出航前に色々喋ってるけど、ちんぷんかんぷん。全く分かんない。
あと、お客の中に生後6週間の赤ちゃんと4歳の子供を連れた夫婦もいましたが、彼ら2人とも出航と同時にシャンパン飲みっぱなし。日本じゃありえないね。
びっくりポンだらけでした
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Packages: | 午前プラン<~2020/12/17> |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/12/12 |
Activity Date: | 2015/12/09 |
Reviewed by: HulaHoney
My mom and I are seasoned travelers to Hawaii. We enjoy whale watching but this was our first time on this Waikiki Whale Watch Sail.
Our driver picked us up on time and was courteous and professional.
We sailed on the Honi Olani. It is a 45 passenger boat but for our tour there were only a dozen or so guests. We were given safety instructions and then we headed out to search for whales!
Captain Chad seemed very experienced and knowledgeable about the humpback whales and their patterns. He knew how long they would be down and which direction they were headed.
We spotted 2 whales and stayed with them most of the tour. The whales dive down and then come back up every so often for air. We saw the other large whale watching boats but we were closer than them and able to turn quicker and get to the whales when they popped back up.
We also saw green sea turtles, spinner dolphins and flying fish.
The boat has bathrooms on board and snacks were provided. There was fresh orange and apple, chex mix and granola bars. There is a covered area in case of inclement weather. The drinks were free for sodas and $1 or $2 for alcohol.
The crew was great. Chad, Jacob and Chad were more than happy to talk to you about the beautiful Hawaiian Islands and all they have to offer.
Our tour lasted a few minutes longer than expected because we came upon the pod of spinner dolphins. Nobody on board had conflicting plans so we were able to prolong the tour a bit.
Upon arrival to Waikiki our drive was able to drop us at a different location to do some shopping! It wasn't far from our hotel yet it saved our tired feet and legs.
I do recommend this tour to others. It would be great for any age. There were senior and young children alike on our sail. The little ones enjoyed the nets in the front of the boat. And the seniors were able to sit in the covered area to rest. I'll definitely be going out on the boat again on my next visit to Waikiki.
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/09/07 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/11 |
Reviewed by: Richard Conaway
The captain was professional, first mate was friendly, they were qualified, they tried several ways for us to catch fish, but it just wasn't the day for fishing! We stayed out longer to compensate for fish not biting ~~ the crew gave it their all!
Thanks Ryan! We will get them next time!
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Packages: | Shared Charter |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/07/05 |
Activity Date: | 2015/06/10 |
Reviewed by: ちーず
最終日のイルカちゃんは、のんびりゆっくり泳いでくれたので大満足のドルフィンスイムでした♪
ドルフィンスイムのあとには、
ザトウクジラの親子が登場して一気にテンションMAX!!
日本人の女性スタッフさんが日替わりで対応してくれます。
キャプテンも皆さん優しく楽しい人ばかりでした!!
ありがとうございます。
ちーずさん、コメントを残して頂きありがとうございました。ツアーを満喫して頂いたようで何よりです。残念ながら弊社では今日現在は日本人のガイドは常時いないのですが、予約や質問などに関しましては日本語専門カスタマーサービスの者が常時お答えしております。またハワイ島に来られる際は、お声をかけてください。この度はご参加まことにありがとうございました。
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Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/21 |
Reviewed by: ちーず
二日目は、なんと船着き場に野生のアザラシちゃんが!!
サプライズゲストの登場でビックリしました。
シュノーケリングも透明度も良く最高でした!!
ちーずさん、再度のコメントを残して頂きありがとうございました。サプライズゲストにお会い出来て良かったですね!ケアラケクア湾は透明度も醍醐味の一つです。
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Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/20 |
Reviewed by: ちーず
ドルフィンスイム3日連続しましたー!!
初日のイルカちゃんは恥ずかしがり屋でしたが一緒に泳げました♪
なんと、マンタにも会えて大興奮でした!!
ちーずさん、3日連続でご参加くださり、誠にありがとうございました。マンタにも会えたのですね。三日間充実したツアーになったようで、弊社としても大変嬉しです。
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Packages: | おすすめプラン(2015年3月31日まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/06/13 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/19 |
Reviewed by: ぐうさん
日本語が堪能な男性ガイドさんはとても親切だし見処も丁寧に説明してくれた
ちなみに乗客4人でガイドは1人
イルカはたくさん見られたしものすごく近くまで寄ってきて感激した
赤ちゃんイルカを連れた群れもいて可愛かった
鳴き声も聞こえたしジャンプしたりくるくる回ったりしているのを間近で見れた
ケアラケクア湾ではウツボや熱帯魚を見たしここでもイルカの群がいて十分に見れた
船は高速なので濡れたままだと寒い
乾いた服を上からきるかバスタオルにくるまっていると良い
ぐうさん様
この度は、弊社ツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございます。ガイドのイアンは、弊社精鋭ガイドの内の1名です。ぐうさん様のツアーのお手伝いをできましたこと、私たちも嬉しく存じます。
イルカ達が寄ってきてくれたとの事、きっと彼らの気分が良かったのか、ぐうさん様達から楽しい気分を感じて、一緒に泳ぎたかったのかもしれませんね。赤ちゃんイルカに会えて、鳴き声を聞き、ジャンプも見られたとの事、ドルフィンスイムの醍醐味を網羅されましたね。
ケアラケクア湾はハワイで1番綺麗と言われているシュノーケルスポットです。マナを感じながらシュノーケルをするなんて、とても贅沢な時間ですよね。
バスタオルについてのご指摘、有難うございます。曇りの日は、水着が濡れていると肌寒く感じる日もあります。お風邪を召しませんでしたか。
またハワイ島へお越しの際は、イルカ達、Kona Ocean Experienceに会いにいらしてくださいね。Mahalo Nui Loa!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/06/02 |
Activity Date: | 2015/05/30 |
Reviewed by: stokuhis
5歳の娘と一緒に3人で参加しました。船は貸切状態でした。子供も小さかったのですがガイドさんが付きっ切りで面倒を見てくださりとても助かりました。イルカもすぐ近くで泳いだりイルカに囲まれたりととても貴重な体験ができました。何度も何度もたくさんのイルカと泳げて最高の体験でした。途中疲れて寝てしまった娘を見てくれたりとホスピタリティーも満点。親もドルフィンスイムとシュノーケリングを思う存分楽しめました。おすすめです!注意事項は、下船時に船長さんへのチップが必要なこと。支払料金の10%のようです。現金をあまり持ちわせていなかったのであまり払えませんでした。。。ご注意ください。できれば予約の段階でそのような記載があると助かります。体験は最高でした!
stokuhis様
この度はドルフィンスイム&ケアラケクア湾ツアーにご参加くださり誠にありがとうございます。かわいい笑顔のお嬢様と、優しいご両親の素敵なファミリーとお時間を共有できて、キャプテンと共に楽しい4時間でした。私たちは、お客様一人ひとりとのコミュニケーションをを非常に大切に致しております。日本へお帰りになっても、イルカを通じて皆様と繋がっているという思いで、毎日海に出ております。少し大きくなられたお嬢様との再会を楽しみに致しております。
キャプテンへのチップへのご指摘ありがとうございます。早速改善いたします。Mahalo Nui Loa!!
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/05/19 |
Activity Date: | 2015/05/14 |
Reviewed by: Steve
I recommend the whale watching with Hawaii Nautical. The crew was fabulous and very friendly. We got lucky because our family was the only one on board that day. We saw some green sea turtles and some spinner dolphins but the whales were very elusive that day. The captain tried his best and even gave us some extra time to try and catch sight of some whales. He felt very bad that we did not get to see some whales up close. We were not disappointed, we just enjoyed the cruise. But he gave us some coupons for another free trip with them anyways. Next time we are in Hawaii, we will go with them again for sure!
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/04/20 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Sharon & Jim
Dave and the crew of the Honi Olani catamaran were very friendly and welcoming to their tour guests. We enjoyed our late morning cruise on a bright, sunny day which featured panoramic views of Honolulu, Waikiki and Diamond Head.
Unfortunately, following a through search with all eyes focused on the horizon, we did not see any whales during our late in the season (end of March) cruise. We did see several sea turtles which thrilled the children on board.
At the end of the cruise we received vouchers for another Hawaii Nautical tour which we plan to use on our next visit to Hawaii.
Although we didn't see any whales we would recommend this tour - how often do you have the opportunity to take a catamaran cruise in Hawaii!
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/04/10 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Susan
This was exactly what my husband and I had hoped for in a whale watching experience. By being on a sailing craft we were able to enjoy a sail as well as watching for those amazing humpback whales. The crew was fantastic and very informative. Our driver Shannon picked us up at our hotel and was delightful. Chad the captain of the catamaran was most interesting and had a lot to share about the island and the activities.
After hearing that Hawaii was the place to see the humpbacks during the winter months this was a "must do activity", we were not disappointed.
Great Experience - We would do it again.
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/04/05 |
Activity Date: | 2015/04/01 |
Reviewed by: brittany
My husband and I had such a great experience! The catamaran was huge and very clean. The crew was very knowledgeable and always made sure your drink was full (did I mention that beer and wine drinks were only $1?? Can't beat that!) We felt that we were on a private, luxury tour the way that we were treated! Not to mention that we got up close and personal with an entire family of humpback whales!!! We followed them for awhile, watching them play and jump. It was the best tour we did in Hawaii and will definitely be doing it again next time we visit Hawaii!
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/04/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/20 |
Reviewed by: zenm
My family and I went to a afternoon 2 hours whale watching. We couldn't see whales this time but we all enjoyed on catamaran cruise.
I love this catamaran, we sat on front of boat most of the time. We saw great views of the ocean, harbor, beach, diamond head,
coco head, and building of waikiki city. We also saw beautiful rainbow.
The captain and crew were very friendly and knowledgeable. They provided us free snack and soft drinks, you can get beer if you pay $1 that is good deal.
The captain gave us a free ride ticket because we did not see whales. So, we definitely come back to tour again when we come back to Hawaii!!
I also satisfied customer service of Hawaii activities when I book this tour. They also called me for remind the tour the day before,which is help us.
I definitely recommend this whale watching tour book by Hawaii activities.
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/31 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Unju Rogers
This is by far the best whale watch in Honolulu. I've been on both Navatek and Star of the Sea whale watches and they do not compare to the experience you get with this whale watch. The catamaran is very clean and the crew was great! They were not only observant to everyone's safety on board they were hilarious! My family (including a two year old toddler) had an amazing time. I was very fortunate to have found this activity through Veltra. I was hosting a friend who had never been on a whale watch and it was an amazing experience. We chose the late morning tour and it was perfect. The boat went out and the crew was able to find whales within 30 minutes from take off. There were an estimated 5 male humpback whales swimming together and we circled them while they dove. They were so magnificent and during the time we were watching them the crew members told us much about their behaviors. they told us why it wasn't unusual that a group of males would be traveling together and they also told us what would've been different if we had spotted a mama and her calf. Although none breached out of the water we saw them come to the surface many times. It was so amazing to see so many of them at once! At one point we saw all five come to the surface and blow water from their backs at the same time. Talk about a magical vacation moment!
I'd book this again in a heartbeat!!
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/03/30 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/27 |
Reviewed by: Iowa Family
Great afternoon with a wonderful crew. The boat was wonderful, the crew was very nice and helpful and we totally enjoyed ourselves. Would give the whole experience and A+++. Enjoyed the drinks and snacks. Drinks very very affordable and snacks were free and good. We also got to see whales so that made it even better.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch [2 hours] (until 12/31/2017) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/30 |
Activity Date: | 2015/03/26 |
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MARIKO様、レビューを残してくださっていたことに今気付き、お返事が大変遅くなり申し訳ありません。わざわざレビューを残してくださり、ありがとうございました。他のお客様のためにも集合場所の説明をもう少し分かり易いように改善いたしますね。ご指摘ありがとうございました。充分楽しんで頂けたようで、スタッフ一同大変嬉しく思います。MARIKO様が三あkしてくださった日はお二人だけだったようですね。弊社のボートはお客様は6人までなので、まるでプライベートチャーターのようなツアーを味わって頂けることが醍醐味となっております。またハワイ島に来られることがありましたら、お声をかけてください。