Reviewed by: Matt
The team really went out of their way to give us a great day out on the water, and went out looking to make sure we saw turtles.
We are booking next time we go already
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Packages: | Morning Snorkel Sail [8:30 AM] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/09 |
Activity Date: | 2022/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Jenni
Three generations trip and this was a last minute addition.
The staff was amazing, the boat was easy to board and comfortable, and we saw turtles!!
Completely enjoyable and would readily recommend!!
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Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/03/08 |
Activity Date: | 2023/03/06 |
Reviewed by: えがちゃん
当日、バスの中では雨でしたが、、船に乗り鯨のいる場所につく頃には雨も止んで太陽ものぞいてくれたので良かったです。
海の色がとっても綺麗でしたよ
大きい鯨には、会えませんでしたが、、赤ちゃん鯨でしょうか?!何回も尻尾が見えたり、体の一部が見えたり良かったです。
船内では、スナックや軽食・飲み物が有料販売有りでした。
船内が冷房が強いので、、羽織るもの1枚持っていくといいと思います。
ご年配の方から小さいお子様まで、一緒に楽しむことのできるツアーだと思います
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。
お天気も晴れて赤ちゃん鯨をご観測頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。次回は鯨のジャンプも観れたら良いですね。是非またお越し下さい。スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
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Packages: | 【お子様乗船料無料キャンペーン】ホエールウォッチ |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/03/08 |
Activity Date: | 2023/03/06 |
Reviewed by: Kaylee Stovall
My husband and I had A BLAST!! We would definitely recommend it!! Not only did they do an awesome job, one of the crew members noticed us having an underwater camera and offered to take it down deeper for us, so that we could get better pictures! A HUGE thank you to her!! Now we have beautiful pictures to keep!!
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Packages: | North Shore Shark Snorkeling Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/08 |
Activity Date: | 2023/03/06 |
Reviewed by: Dasani
7時25分にHyattでpick upしてもらい、着いたのは9時でした。
3歳の子どもは、1時間半バスに乗っていただけでも疲れてしまいました。
今回はテールしか見られず、子供にとって印象が残らなかったのが残念でした。
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。
私共の送迎バスの到着までの時間がかかったこと、そしてお子様もお疲れになったことをお詫びいたします。次回は鯨が沢山観れたらと思います。是非またお越し下さい。スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
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Packages: | 【お子様乗船料無料キャンペーン】ホエールウォッチ |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/03/07 |
Activity Date: | 2023/03/05 |
Reviewed by: L Family
Eka snorkeling with manta rays was amazing. The small, personalized tour is a great way to see the rays. Loved the classic canoe. This was perfect for ray family and I can recommend this tour group highly enough. Kai was great - he is so knowledgeable about the rays and he calmed my 9 y.o.’s fears -he on spectrum and they were very flexible in how we got him into the water and to the board. My son can’t stop talking about how great this experience was-he can’t wait to go again. Book this tour - you won’t regret it. The entire group was accommodating and friendly and made this the best adventure of our Hawaiian trip. Thank you Eka.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/03/07 |
Activity Date: | 2023/03/05 |
Reviewed by: カナナ
2023年2月上旬に参加しました。
冬のハワイでやりたい事がホェールウォッチングで、宿泊ホテルがアウラニだったのでコオリナマリーナから出発するこちらのツアーに参加しました。
アウラニからコオリナマリーナまでは歩いて片道25分くらい、車だと片道5分くらいです。ツアーにアルコールが4本かな?含まれていたので車は使わずに歩いて行きましたが帰りはちょっと疲れました(^_^;)
マリーナに到着して受付の場所はわかりやすかったです。名簿に記帳してリストバンドを付けて、御手洗を済ませてボートに乗り込みます。
この時は15名?20名??くらいお客さんが居ましたが日本人は私たちのグループだけでした。
色々な説明は全て英語でしたが、若い日本人男性のスタッフさんがあとから日本語で説明しに来てくださって、その後のシュノーケルもサポートしてもらえたのでとても助かりました!
ボートが沖に出て少しするとクジラの親子に遭遇出来ました!肉眼でクジラの潮吹きや海面の上に出てきた尾びれを見られてものすごく興奮しました!夕方のツアーなので時間的にイルカは見られませんでしたがクジラに遭遇出来たので大満足でした。
その後シュノーケルポイントに行って、シュノーケルを楽しみました。この時に海亀に遭遇出来ました。海の底から息をにし浮上してくる様子や海面をぷかぷかしている様子、また海の底に帰って行く様子を近づくことが出来るギリギリの距離で見られて感動しました!
この時期の海はちょっと寒かったですが、でもシュノーケル参加して良かったです!
シュノーケルの後は寒かったのでボートのおトイレで水着から私服に着替えました。おトイレは少しだけ広めで棚とかがあったので着替えスペースも兼ねている感じでした。おトイレは後方左右に1つずつ計2つありました。
シュノーケルが終わるとディナーとサンセットを楽しみます。ディナーはワンプレートですがモリモリに盛ってもらえたのでお腹いっぱいになりました!味も美味しかったです。ボートからのサンセットもすごく素敵でした。
コオリナ周辺で宿泊されている方にはとてもおすすめのアクティビティだと思います~。
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Packages: | 【10月~3月】現地集合プラン |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2023/03/06 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/07 |
Reviewed by: Happy Camper
Had a very good time, swimming with the turtles was amazing, drinks were very good, ship was in great shape.
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Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/06 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Happy Camper
The experience was fantastic, saw whales as well as dolphins. The staff was very impressive as well, showed us a lot of stuff while we were snorkeling as well as from the boat. Staff was very knowledgeable and personable! Food was OK. Ship was very nice! We had a great time, would highly recommend!
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Packages: | Dolphin Snorkel Sail |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/06 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/12 |
Reviewed by: マキオクン
野生のクジラなので仕方がないと思いますが、遠くに潮を吹く姿、尾ひれくらいしか見られませんでした。その位なのでクジラなのかイルカなのか区別がつかない感じでした。
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Packages: | 基本プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/04 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Mimi
The crew were very attentive and out to please. There was nothing they could have done more to make the adventure any more enjoyable. BUT, the wind, rough seas and uncooperative whales made it not the best outing. The breakfast was yummy.
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Packages: | [9:00AM] 2-Hour Whale Watching Cruise with Breakfast |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/03/04 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/08 |
Reviewed by: リルママ
バリデーションのサービスがあると記載されていたので、レンタカーにて現地へ向かいました。スタッフにパーキングチケットを見せて聞いたところ、今年はそのサービスはやっていないとの返答。記載内容に誤りがあるようで残念です。
乗船中は海から見るワイキキやダイヤモンドヘッドを写真に撮ったりと楽しむことができました。
船が港へ戻る際9時に見えると放送があり少し船が動いたのでその後10時の方向と放送がありましたが、残念ながら見る事が出来ませんでした。他にも見れなかった方は沢山いたようでした。自身が見れなくても見ることのできた人がいればリスケジュールの保証外となるようで、残念でした。
船上はとても寒いので、上着必須です。
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号クルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
バリデーションのサービスがないことで残念な思いになられたことをお詫びいたします。クジラの観測や船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。次回は鯨のジャンプをご観測出来ればと思います。是非またお越し下さい。スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
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Packages: | ホエールウォッチ |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/04 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/28 |
Reviewed by: Deb
Very impressed with their knowledge of whales. Saw many sightings! Would definitely do again! Loved that we could hear whales through under water microphone!
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Packages: | 2-Hour Standard Whale Watching Cruise (2:00PM) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/02 |
Reviewed by: Rachel D
My fiance and I had such a wonderful time on this cruise! It was our first time snorkeling, and we were a little nervous (for fellow first timers, the apparatus feels a little uncomfortable and claustrophobic on the boat, but feels so much better in the water)! However, the whole crew put us at ease and were super patient with us, helping us to get the perfect fit with our goggles and apparatus. Nicole even gave me one of her hair ties when I forgot mine! The lifeguards were great, helping us to find the best spots to watch turtles and fish, taught us a ton, and even dove down to get an octopus for us to pet. They were great about checking on everyone and making sure we were ok, comfortable, and having fun. The music and mai tais were excellent, and everyone was so friendly and sweet. They offered to take pictures without us even asking! This cruise is such an amazing deal for the price, and was for sure one of the highlights of our first trip to Oahu. My only advice is to be near Duke's at the Outrigger early, there is not super clear signage for where the boat comes in, so go to the bathroom and bring everything you might need so you have time to find the boat. Thanks for an amazing time!
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Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/25 |
Reviewed by: アトム
船が大きいので、クジラは遠くに見るようなイメージだったが、実際には近くで、何度も見ることができ最高だった。
この度は私共のスターオブホノルル号クルーズにお越し頂き誠に有難うございました。
クジラを何度も近くでご観測頂けました様で大変嬉しく思います。是非またお越し下さい。スタッフ一同お待ち申し上げております。
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Packages: | 【お子様乗船料無料キャンペーン】ホエールウォッチ |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Carolyn
Our kids had so much fun on their first ever boat trip (1&3)! We saw a pod of dolphins and the captain steered the boat towards them and we go to see the dolphins right up close. It was so magical and the highlight of our trip!
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Phil
We had an amazing time as the crew was incredibly prepared and accommodating. They were able to fit all of us on board and bring us out without a problem. The guides were very knowledgeable and were helpful in getting in and out of the water. They work together with the other tours in the same space to attract as many rays as possible. We ended up seeing 10 or more rays with a near constant show. We had my 65-year-old mom and dad, my 40-year old self and wife, and our eight and 10-year-old with us, and it was never a problem. A great activity if your kids can stay up a little later and recover the next day.
It's a short boat ride out, but the darkness set off a little of my motion sickness, So if you're prone to that be sure to take some medication ahead of time. I also had a little issue being in the waves and going up and down in the darkness. One of the other participants got fully sick away from the boat but the crew handled it very professionally.
I would absolutely recommend them!
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Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Indiana crew
Best excursion during our week in Maui. The reviews were spot on about Sea Maui. The captain and crew were outstanding. You won’t be disappointed.
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Packages: | Original Sunset Cocktail Sail |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2023/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/26 |
Reviewed by: Y. Bashir
The tour guide took us into the ocean beyond the cruise ship (as in the picture below). We saw whales and heard a whale singing from under the Kayaks. Most beautiful experience. I’m not a pro at kayaking, but the guide was always looking out to keep us up with the more avid kayakers. He had all the answers to our questions. Could not snorkel that day as the water was murky. Had a wonderful time. I would do it all over again given the chance.
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Packages: | Group Tour |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2023/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/23 |
Reviewed by: オケイル
他のアクティビティにも参加しましたが高校生の子供は1番楽しいと言ってました。小学生の娘はシュノーケリングが怖くて中々入水出来ずイマイチとの感想てました。歌や踊りなど色々な文化にも触れられて私は良かったと思います。
スタッフも多く安心して参加させて頂きました
大変オススメ出来るツアーだと思います。
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Packages: | 7:00 出港(2024年3月まで) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/20 |
Reviewed by: moto
家族4人でレンタカーに乗って現地入りしました。子供がシュノーケリング未経験のため少し早めに行き、ウェットスーツのサイズを決めたり道具の使い方を教えてもらいました。スタッフの方々は皆さんとても親切でした。独自のボートはホエールウォッチングクルーズの中でも最も水面に近く生き物の動きや様子をとても近くで感じることができました。海洋生物に関する解説も専門的であると感じました。最後はそこに飛び込んでシュノーケリングを楽しめるので、他のホエールウォッチングツアーでは体験できない楽しさがあると思いました。初のハワイでしたが、次行った時もこの会社の少人数で体感型のツアーに参加したいと思いました。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/25 |
Reviewed by: mrk
prince waikikiの裏が待ち合わせ場所になっていて集合時間になるとみなさん集まってきます。時間は予定通りに出航してくれました。
船内も音楽がかかっていて良い雰囲気です。ドリンクは1階のバーカウンターで購入できます。
肝心のクジラはあまり近くでは見れなかったですが、たくさん見れたので大満足です!
私が参加した日は天気は曇り、風がとても強かったので波がとても荒く船酔いしている人もいました。酔いやすい方は酔い止めを持って行った方が良いと思います。
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Packages: | 基本プラン |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/22 |
Reviewed by: 事務屋さん
小さい鯨でしたが、潮吹きが見ることができました。
期待していたジャンプは見れなかったのが残念です。
鯨とは別に綺麗な虹が見ることができ、いい経験となりました。
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Packages: | 基本プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/02/27 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Kakuna
I really loved the Sunset Cruise off the coast of Waikiki beach. We saw Diamond Head, whales, and dolphins. The driver of the boat was really cool and put on requested Spotify station and gave a great tour. Was so good I am currently rebooking this in August.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2023/02/26 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Shawn
We could not see any and also the ride was so bumpy
Aloha Shawn,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We extend our deepest apologies for the experience you had on our tour. We would like to hear more details about it. Could you email us at info@hawaiidolphin.com and elaborate further? We would like to rectify this situation. Thank you.
Best,
Iruka Hawai‘i ‘Ohana
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Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/02/26 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Johnny Avo
We took a snorkel trip with the Moana boat crew and had a fantastic experience. We set sail on the beautiful catamaran at 0830 and to head out see the sea turtles at the infamous 'shell-cleaning' reef which is located just outside the breakers off Waikiki beach. Our Capt for the day, Anthony, was personable, friendly and made us all feel welcome aboard the boat. Zack and Sarah were the other two crew members and they were friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout the entire trip. 100% would sail with this crew again. Bring some tip $ for them, because they definitely deserve it. Book a tour today!
The snorkel site is popular and several boats are in the area, which is nice because you don't feel like you're out in the middle of the ocean alone. It can get busy with everyone trying to see the turtles and fish so be sure to keep an eye on the surface as well as watching what is below. Some turtles even come over to our boat and I snapped a photo (attached to this review). Overall water depth is about 20-30 feet and even on a cloudy & murky day (like ours) we could easily see numerous fish and several large sea turtles. We were even lucky enough to see Humpback whales (mom & baby)!!
We booked our trip in mid/late Feb and it was overcast & rainy. A bit chilly at times, but come prepared and it's a fun trip regardless. Plenty of covered space to store dry items, but a "drybag" is a nice touch on any beach/water adventure.
We booked the 0830 trip to maximize sea life activity which also resulted in 2 families being on the boat....8 people total. Virtually a private tour! When we pulled back into the pier for the next tour there were about 20-25 people waiting for the next tour. And, parking at the marina is easier before the crowds arrive.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/02/26 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Neil Warren
Lots of whales , good viewing and lots of knowledge
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Packages: | 11:00 AM Whale Watch Sail |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/02/26 |
Activity Date: | 2023/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Spittstop
My 10 yo daughter and I did this excursion during a recent trip to the Big Island. It was an incredible and highly memorable evening and I feel privileged to have been able to do this.
We saw humpback whales and dolphins en route to the Manta Ray swim spot, and that made the excursion worthwhile, even before we'd seen the rays.
The crew were knowledgeable and fun and although the activity requires you to jump into the ocean at night without any light, I always felt safe and confident that the crew was looking after us. Having my daughter with me made that essential.
We floated for about 15 mins before we saw the rays, but when we did it was really breathtaking. We had around 30 mins or so floating before we got back on the boat for the ride back to port.
The crew took videos and photos and shared them with us which was a really lovely touch.
Wetsuits were a must as it does get cold. For those with younger children, there was a larger float that they could sit on safely, but older children were able to float in the water alongside adults.
I really couldn't recommend this highly enough. Maybe leave an extra 15 mins to find the dock as we struggled a little as there are quite a few trips leaving from the same marina at similar times.
Aloha! Thank you so much for choosing Iruka Hawaii Dolphin for your Manta Ray snorkel adventure. We are so happy that you and your daughter had such a great experience with us. We hope to see you soon, mahalo
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Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2023/02/25 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Neverstopexploring
We really enjoyed the glass bottom boat cruise. We had a frustrating experience earlier with snorkeling and we were happy to have an opportunity to see the reefs and the fish from the comfort of a boat. We even got to see some sea turtles under the boat! We also thought that the price for the cruise was more reasonable than many of the attractions in Hawaii. After the cruise we went hiking on the beautiful Ala Kahakai Trail which extends north from A-Bay. The glass bottom boat cruise is a can't miss experience on the Big Island!
Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise and for including those wonderful photos! We're so happy to read that you njoyed the trip and got to see so much marine life.
We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your morning with us and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou
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Packages: | Waikoloa Glass Bottom Boat Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2023/02/25 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/01 |
Reviewed by: おさく
私たちが体験した日はあいにくの雨でしたが、小雨であったため決行されました。
いざスタートすると雨なんて忘れてしまうぐらい楽しかったです。
ただ、酔い止めを飲んでいったのにも関わらず、終盤は船酔いが辛かったので酔い止めを飲む必要のある人は必須です。
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Packages: | 1番人気!高さ150メートル |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2023/02/22 |
Activity Date: | 2023/02/20 |
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Aloha,
Thanks for taking the time to provide feedback about your Glass Bottom Boat Cruise. We're so happy to read that your whole family enjoyed the trip, the information and service provided by the crew, and most importantly, got a chance to experience our underwater world.
We know there are a lot of activities to choose from when you're on the island and we're honored you chose to spend part of your day with us and that we've earned your recommendation.
Mahalo and A Hui Hou