Reviewed by: スイカさん
ネットで予約した日を1日遅く間違えて覚えており、明日はホエールウォッチングだと思った日の夜に間違いに気付きました(その日のお昼予約だったのです)。ダメ元で翌日朝に現地の連絡先に電話し事情を話すと、日本語ガイドは間に合わないがそれでもよければいらしてくださいとの事。無事上船することができました!ありがとうございました!
沖へ出るとたくさんのクジラを見ることができて感動的でした。写真では小さいですが、肉眼ではもっと大きく近くにクジラを見ることができました。
尾びれで水面を叩く音は迫力満点です。
割と雲が多い日だったのですが、外の席へ20分も座っていたらすごく日焼けしたので、日焼け止めは必須です。
また、船酔いされやすい方は対策が必要だと思います。外の席で波に身を任せるようにすると意外に楽でした。
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Packages: | 無料キャンペーン!通常プラン |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/02/08 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/01 |
Reviewed by: jp&el
Amazing experience with whale that circled us many times and went under the boat. He stayed with us for about 30 minutes - circling, and coming up to look at us - so close we could have reached out and touched him. Finale was when he finally left and gave us a huge breech. Simply incredible - no whale watching tour could ever beat this one. Crew wonderful too. Best day ever.
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Packages: | 2-Hour Whale Watch Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/06 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/26 |
Reviewed by: キヨピー
初めてのホエールウォッチングでした。クジラの影でも見れたら良いな、ぐらいに考えていたのですが、あちこちにクジラが現れ、想像以上でした。ただクジラが現れた方向に船が移動するとなかなか姿を見せないなど、遊ばれているようにも感じました。
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Packages: | 無料キャンペーン!通常プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/06 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/03 |
Reviewed by: JUDY
Left on time and had a great time with a small group of people on this trip. Close to the water gives one a better view of these great animals. The crew was friendly and knowledgeable.
We saw whales and one up close, even went under our raft and stuck around. Never saw anything so amazing, we even got wet from his spray!
Better than we expected!
Gave us an awesome experience!
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Packages: | 2-Hour Whale Watch Adventure |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/05 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/26 |
Reviewed by: マハロハ
自然とのふれあいなのであまりクジラのジャンプなど見れなかったけど、イルカやゴンドウなどの群れがまじかに見えて楽しかったです。
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Packages: | 7:30出港 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/05 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/08 |
Reviewed by: れおん
1月上旬だったのでまだピーク前でしたが、船長さんがいい場所に連れて行ってくださったおかげで間近でクジラの母子、カップルなどなど沢山見ることができました。
大迫力&大満足です!
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Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/04 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Lisa S
We had an incredible time on this trip. The boat was clean and the staff was courteous, friendly, and knowledgeable. Our captain was great at locating whales and she was extremely skilled at maneuvering the boat so we always had the best view. Originally I had bought my ticket for 3 days earlier however, upon arriving in Maui my husband got sick and we were unable to go. I expected to have to just eat the cost of our tickets but I called the company and Sylvia was great and rescheduled us for later in the week with no penalty. I highly recommend this company and I would use them again.
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Packages: | Early Bird Special - 7:30 am Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/02 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Nclan2018
Great time. We had our 4 kids and they were very accommodating.
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Packages: | Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise Package (Jan to Mar) |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2018/02/02 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/30 |
Reviewed by: Madison Figg
First off, the crew was amazing. Wonderful, friendly, and never a frustrated or unhappy moment. They ensured everyone had all their gear, handed out drinks and food, and answered questions with ease.
The snorkle part of our day felt considerably shorter than expected, especially since looking at something so beautiful makes the time fly. If you are wanting lots of time in the water I would suggest another snorkle focused excursion instead.
The food was yummy and plentiful. One perk to the afternoon tour was it was less busy and everyone was able to get great views and seats during the whale watching cruise. There were so many humpbacks around, and we were able to catch some amazing breaches and slaps not too far from our boat. Because this boat was large it was harder to get as close to the whales as the smaller vessels, but was non the less breathtaking!
I would reccomend this activity to first time snorklers, and those wanting a taste of both the coral reefs and the open waves. I want to commend the captain and his crew for the smooth sailing and great memories!
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One! Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/30 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/29 |
Reviewed by: David
Overall I think this was the best activity we did while on Maui. My wife and I had a great time and the crew did an amazing job. We saw multiple whales on the way to our snorkel spot. When there one of the crew members would act as a scout and point out cool stuff. We swam with 4 sea turtles. On the way back we had burgers and hot dogs, plenty to go around. Great beer choices and Mai Tai's as well. Would definitely recommend!
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One! Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/29 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Kay chang
新婚旅行で参加しました.
参加日は12月25日.
日本人は我々だけでしたが,日本人ガイドのTAKAさんがご案内くださいました.
出港するや間もなく,TVで見るようなクジラのジャンプに遭遇!
TAKAさんからはクジラの詳しい生態をご教示いただくにとどまらず,
サービスたっぷりな案内をいただき,
その後は自分たち自身がクジラを見つけて,
一緒に乗船した皆さんと歓声を上げることが出来ました.
クジラにもTAKAさんにも結婚を祝福してもらい,
楽しく思い出に残るクルーズになりました.
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Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/28 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/25 |
Reviewed by: ちぇけ
クジラをしっかり見ることができました。ガイドさんも日本人で丁寧な対応でした!!クジラが潮を吹いて、出てくるまでの盛り上がりはアトラクションのようでした!
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Packages: | 無料キャンペーン!通常プラン |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/28 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/05 |
Reviewed by: Juliette Goodwin
The boat was very nice my daughter enjoyed the slide. The service was great
They were very helpful of getting you ready to snorkel with all the equipment
They made the whale watching great you learned some great facts about the whales. They were very speedy in getting you a lot of snorkeling time made sure everyone was safe. It’s was great to go out in the afternoon because it was not crowded in the snorkeling spots. Great drinks and food . I recommend this tour to anyone even if your a family with littler kids .FUN TIME IN MAUI.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One! Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/25 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Johnny
Overall impression of this company is outstanding. The trip itself was very professional. They are very safety oriented and make sure everybody on the boat is doing what they are supposed to do and all accounted for at the close of your snorkel adventure. The whale watching was very good as well. Beyond all the structure and safety of the trip is also the fact that they want you to have fun! They feed you great and drinks flow freely. Honestly this trip was one of the highlights of our time on Maui. I would highly recommend this to anyone, couples or families. Thank you for a great memory.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One! Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/24 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/20 |
Reviewed by: TravelNut
We did this tour during the whale mating season so we expected to see a whale or two but what we saw was amazing. At first the whales kept their distance but after awhile they began approaching the boat. Soon dozens of whales were surrounding the boat and showing off their dives, breaches and spouting. They were close enough to spout whale 'snot' on us!! The skipper said their nearness was very unusual and he prolonged the tour by 1/2 hour.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/22 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/13 |
Reviewed by: Hilary
Outstanding trip. Very knowledgeable crew and really looked after everyone. The lady captain was superb, buffet great, but as an English lady I did have to ask for a knife and fork, which everyone found highly amusing.
Would definitely recommend, the best trip of my holiday.
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Packages: | Afternoon Whale Watch - Alii Kai Luxury Catamaran Standard Seating |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2018/01/22 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/30 |
Reviewed by: てらさん
現地で前日に予約をしました。日本語ガイドはありませんでしたが、問題なくツアーに参加する事ができました。
想像していたような、クジラの大ジャンプまで見ることはできませんでしたが、それなりに楽しむことが出来ました。
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Packages: | 7:30出港 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/21 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/28 |
Reviewed by: Tim Takach
It is hard not to recommend whale watching. Had a great time with the family. Seen a few whales up close but most activity was from a distance. A few awesome whale tails. The crew was great. If you never went whale watching this should be on the bucket list.
What to expect? A great view from either side of the boat and a relaxing day with sun. Crew members explaining whale behaviors and pointing them out so you can follow and hopefully get some great photos.
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Packages: | Early Bird Special - 7:30 am Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/12 |
Reviewed by: Christina
Heads up: both parking and the stand for the whale watch tour was difficult to find. Luckily we were able to get ourselves on the next tour after missing the originally scheduled one due to the variables above. Tour guide was professional, but for a whale watching tour, and given our expections for the season, it was not up to par. Maybe next time.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/15 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/21 |
Reviewed by: 副操縦士
出航後数分で群れに遭遇、ジャンピングまで披露してくれました。その後も数回群れに遭遇し、間近まで近づいてきてくれたクジラまで観れました。日本語ガイドの方も最高で、ありがとうございました。
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Packages: | 通常プラン<09:45/12:00/14:15出港>(2020/5/15まで) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/12 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/08 |
Reviewed by: Ann Travers
Friendly and knowledgeable crew, really well organized expedition. We were told we were particularly lucky as we saw many whales and at least 6 breaching. Beautiful animals. We learned a lot and left the boat excited and happy.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2018/01/07 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Angel
The whale watching experience was the best. The crew was patient answering questions from our granddaughters. We learned great information about why the whales come to Hawaii and the times best to see interaction between males and females.
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Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate - Whale Watch |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2018/01/07 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Brandi
The crew was amazing. They went out of their way to answer any questions we had. They made the experience interactive and tried their best to make sure all sides of the boats had equal viewing time for the whales.
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Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate - Whale Watch |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/07 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/12 |
Reviewed by: Jim K
The crew was a blast. Very fun outing. They worked very hard to insure everyone had a great time.
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Packages: | Sunset Cocktail Sail with Live Music (Tue & Thu) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/05 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/02 |
Reviewed by: あああ
船に乗り込むとき、膝の上までバッチリ濡れました。鯨はかなり近い所で見れました。おなかが見えるくらいのジャンプも見れました。マウイに行った大きな目的の一つが達成できて嬉しい。軽食というのは、小さなサンドイッチ程度。
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Packages: | カアナパリビーチ発プラン(2017年12月31日までのご参加) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/03 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/31 |
Reviewed by: sato
12月シーズン始まってすぐでしたので見れるか不安でしたが、当日の朝ホテルの部屋から海を見ていると。遠くに潮吹きが見えました。
これは今日はラッキーかもと期待しての乗船。最初は遠くで潮を吹いている様子でしたが、右舷、左舷どちら側でもクジラを見ることができました。
ブリーチは一度だけ、突然だったので写真におさめることはできませんでしたが、感動ものです・
後半は、船を移動して子どもくじらを見せてくれました。
乗客は、欧米人のみ。東洋人は、当方2人でした。英語はさっぱりですが、なん小さい船にのりたかったので選びました。
小回りがきく船ですので、おもしろかったです。小さなお子さんは危ないかも。
ただ、チェックインの際、受付の女性の態度がいまいちでした。
バウチャーには、しっかり時間、名前、そして受付小屋の番号も記載されているのに、「ここと違う。三つむこうの小屋へ」とバウチャーを返され、その三つむこうの小屋の受付のおじさんに、バウチャーを見せると、ここではないよと親切に言ってくれ、しかもいっしょに最初の小屋についてきてくれました。
その人にこれはここと言われても、女性の態度は横柄で、にこりともせず、乗船番号札をわたしてくれました。
英語圏の客でないのが気にくわないのか、残念な態度でした。
そして、もうひとつ、下船の際、クルーの女性が、他の乗客に笑顔で握手していたので、主人が感謝の言葉を言いながら手をさしだすとひっこめられました。
ハワイ島では感じなかったのですが、マウイ島では、この時以外にも日本人に対してきびしいかな
と思った経験がありました。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/02 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/29 |
Reviewed by: Carol and Jim
We were totally impressed with the professionalism of the research staff on the whale watch of Dec 8. The pilot was extremely experienced and could pick up the behavior of the whales from afar to make an educated guess as to if they might come up more often than not. The attendants were knowledgeable as well providing much information as to the life cycles of the hump back whales. Many questions were answered to our satisfaction. They put a sort of a microphone to attempt to detect whale sounds although not successful they were willing to try all the technology to help us have the best experience ever. I really think luck played a big part in our amazing morning of whale watching but that being said it's worth taking a chance and we most appreciated the staffs attention to safety and providing all the education they did. The juvenile whales came right up to our boat and we're curious and playing around the boat so long the pilot had to call a sailboat over to distract them away so we could start our engine and return to shore. It was just amazing.
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Packages: | Special Deal! 2-for-1 Review Rebate - Whale Watch |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/12/30 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/09 |
Reviewed by: Al & Kathy Rossi
The staff was courteous, on time, knowledgeable, and fun. We had a blast and were closer to whales than ever before. A fantastic value.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2017/12/22 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/18 |
Reviewed by: Chris
If you are looking for a snorkeling/whale watching experience, this is the one for you! All facets of the trip lead you to a perfect time on the water.
The captain took us to a beautiful spot for snorkeling located on a coral reef that had clear waters and many species of fish. It was our first time snorkeling. The crew taught us the basics, guided us while in the water, and shared how best to see the fish. Having a waterproof camera helped us capture the fun we were having as a family. We were sure glad we had it, especially when it came to the turtle sightings!
The boat, the Pride of Maui was well equipped with all the gear we needed, including multiple sizes of fins and snorkeling goggles. It was a comfortable boat, with storage under seats on the upper deck. Great views of the waters with whale sightings even during an off season. The slide is a must! You go zipping down and fly into the water! Never gets old!
The lunch was tasty, plump hotdogs and cheeseburgers were cooked over a grill and served warm with all the fixings. If you are a vegetarian and/or gluten intolerant, it’s best to call ahead to let them know so your needs will be covered. They are ready to make your lunch perfect for you if they have a heads up. There were several kinds of soft drinks and fruit punch along with alcoholic beverages for adults. The Miatais were the best!
All in all, a highly recommended choice for all ages!
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One! Whale Watch & Snorkel Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/12/21 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/18 |
Reviewed by: Shelli
I didnt really know what to expect...
What we got was a large, clean, well equipped vessel. A very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great weather and phenomenal views of several different pods of humpback whales.
We could not have asked for a better experience!
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Packages: | Early Bird Special - 7:30 am Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2017/12/20 |
Activity Date: | 2017/12/17 |
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Aloha,
Thank you for taking the time to respond with your kind interpretation of our tour. We love to hear the words "perfect time on the water", because that is what our crew strives for. We love to create the perfect day on the ocean and are so happy you appreciate all the little things we do for our guests!
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Pride of Maui