Reviewed by: Traci & Shawn W
Our family returned from Maui less than a week ago. We squeezed in a lot of outings and adventures in our time there, but the 7 of us all agreed the snorkel trip was by far the highlight of our vacation! We have been on a few other snorkel excursions over the years, but the Dolphin Watch & Snorkel BBQ Lunch Cruise far exceeded our expectations. We were very fortunate that there were only a couple dozen people on the boat so it was quite personable. We were greeted warmly with a light breakfast of fruit and pastries. Weather wise, we could not have picked a better day!
We had anticipated to see some whales, but WOW is all I can say! Capt Lily was genuinely as excited to see the things we saw even though I'm sure she's seen them all dozens of times before. She was very knowledgeable and stopped often, positioning us for the best viewing as the whales were so active. We also saw spinner dolphins which was exciting. We boated out to Lanai and had the opportunity to snorkel in two different places. At our first stop the kids saw numerous fish and were lucky enough to see a sea turtle! Our second stop was at Sweetheart Rock where there were a ton of different fish. The boat had a slide that a few people took the opportunity to enjoy.
The staff was extremely friendly and professional and went out of their way to ensure everyone was comfortable. They had noodles and boogie boards for those that weren’t strong swimmers. There were always a minimum of two staff in the water with us, often more.
We were treated to a lunch BBQ’d right on board! We enjoyed burgers, hot dogs, potato salad, fruit, chips and alcoholic/non-alcoholic beverages. One of our kids is a vegetarian, and they were able to accommodate her with a veggie burger without prior warning.
The total excursion was 6.5 hours and flew by! Everyone enjoyed every minute of it and we will all have great memories for years to come! Thank you to the wonderful staff for making our day truly memorable!
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Packages: | 2-for-1 Review Rebate Special |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/03/02 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/18 |
Reviewed by: Becky G
Excellent tour with very friendly & informative guide (Bob). Wish we would have seen more of upcountry Maui, but other than that was great! Fabulous views, comfortable bus, great experience. Would recommend to anyone, so nice not to have to drive that windy road, could enjoy the ride in comfort and safety!
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/03/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/24 |
Reviewed by: James
Fantastic views, delicious food and great entertainment. Was all we hoped for and more! Whale watch was exceptional. Would absolutely book again
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Packages: | Winter Special! Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Rosy and Stephen
We took the ferry from Maui to Lanai for a day. It was a good ferry rid in the morning but it was a little shaky in the evening due to the ocean. Lanai is a very small place. "What happens in Lanai stays in Lanai and it can happen twice", said the Lanai people.
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Packages: | Lahaina to Manele (Round-Trip) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/27 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/24 |
Reviewed by: Joy k.
We loved the luau and hope to attend this event again someday. The food and drinks were excellent and the service was first class. I especially enjoyed the master of ceremonies or host because she was very warm and welcoming to listen to and you could tell she was passionate and knowledgable about this event. We would definitely return.
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Packages: | Standard Seating |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/02/24 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Matt and Alicia
Had a rainy start to the morning, but it ended up a beautiful day. Started with a trip out from shore to try and see some whales. Sadly we didn't see any, but we were able to hear them calling under us, which was amazing! Snorkeling was great, rusty was able to point out to us some of the reef life that often gets missed and was great about getting us into the water. Great time!
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Packages: | 2.5-Hour Late Morning Turtle Reef Discovery (10:30 AM) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/23 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Michele T
The ferry boat is clean, roomy and the crew is ready to assist. It was well worth the money.
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Packages: | Lahaina to Manele (Round-Trip) |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/02/22 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Judy
I loved this trip. The helicopter pilot was excellent and we saw inside of the Haleakala Crater. Then onto our van ride from Hana back to the airport. I have always wanted to see Hana and never made it there on my own. This was a great way to go with someone else doing the driving.
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Packages: | Morning Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/17 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/14 |
Reviewed by: ruru
エクスペディションの船は快適でした。デッキの席は少し揺れが大きいですので酔いやすい方は一階の室内の席をお勧めします。
私は朝一の便で行きましたが、丁度日の出が見られて素敵でした。2月に行ったので、遠くでクジラも跳ねてました。
冬場だったので、フルポエ湾は波が強くシュノーケリングもあまり楽しめなかったのですが、フォーシーズンズのランチは絶品で、いい景色の中優雅な時間を過ごしました。
楽しみにしていたイルカも前日の夕方遅くに来ていたみたいで、午前中には来ませんでした。朝と16:00頃に来ることが多いそうです。
船を降りたらラナイシティにいくシャトルバスがあるのですが、なんとなく行ってみてしまったのですが一人往復$25もする上に、朝はどこも開いておらず何も見るものがありませんでした。騙された気分ですがしょうがありません。
昼間だったらもう少しよかったかも。
冬場に行くなら朝一の便じゃなくて、昼ぐらいから夕方までいるのがいいかもしれませんね。
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Packages: | 往復プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/14 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/11 |
Reviewed by: Ann
We saw whales immediately. Whales were everywhere. Beyond my expectations.
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Packages: | Morning Whale Watch Cruise [9:45 AM] |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/02/10 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/02 |
Reviewed by: Ann Norman
Our instructors, Luke and Armadillo rock. They were so patient with us. I was able to ride more waves than anticipated especially never surfed before. Two of my friends are 75 . And were all able to get up and ride a wave
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Packages: | 2-Hour Group Lesson |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/02/10 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/03 |
Reviewed by: Jesper
Enjoyed this tremendously! The sunrise at Haleakala is as spectacular as everyone says it is.
Our guide (Bob) had a lot of humour, was well-informed and passionate, and gave us the freedom to go where we wanted to during the actual sunrise instead of having to stay at a designated spot.
Included breakfast was decent too.
The early wake-up is well worth it. Don't miss this when you're on Maui.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/02/09 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/20 |
Reviewed by: Jesper
The scenery along Road to Hana is nice, it's an impressive ride. We got to stop where possible, and the driver tried to add some little spots here and there for quick extra photo opportunities.
I was most impressed with the final part of the road that nobody seems to mentions: the part after the Seven Pools which goes through the barren drier south side of the Haleakala. I liked this scenery a lot!
Be aware: if you want to stay on a budget: lunch is very expensive at the chosen restaurant. I brought my own lunch, which turned out to be the right choice.
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Packages: | Standard Package |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/02/09 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/18 |
Reviewed by: KimberlyElFaye
This was by FAR our best experience on Maui. We booked last minute and Skyline Eco accommodated us. The employees are extremely welcoming and warm. I noticed many older people felt a bit uncomfortable jumping from the zipline and Anthony really helped calm them. I felt like I was in great company too! We really lucked out and got a great group as well. The guys also showed us some of the plants along the trail. I was so excited when they pointed out fresh guava fruit! We honestly had such a great experience and left with huge grins on our faces. If you have limited time and a limited budget, choose these guys. You won't be disappointed!
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Packages: | 8-Line Kaanapali Zipline Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/03 |
Activity Date: | 2015/02/02 |
Reviewed by: KimberlyElFaye
We wanted to do something fun and exciting in the water while visiting Maui. We chose this adventure after hearing some great things about this excursion. Let me tell you, it was really fun! Not only did we get to snorkel and relax on the boat, but we also got to whale watch. The food is okay, but you're going for the actual snorkeling! We saw many sea animals and had a great time. You can tell the people running the operation really love their jobs. They sincerely care about the passengers on board. One woman in particular was extremely inviting and personally approached me just to talk. Wonderful day!
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Packages: | [8:00AM] Discover Kaanapali Snorkel |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/03 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Reeder
Unbelievable would highly recommend it the only way to really see the islands hidden marvels
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Packages: | 60-min Extended Flight Package: Doors-ON West Maui & Molokai |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/02/01 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/19 |
Reviewed by: Tahany Albaiz
My experience at the Atlantis submarine was splendid. Unbelievable experience that I would definitely repeat again amd again. Till this moment I think the trip was a dream to me. I think it was a dream, it wasn't real J.
unfortunately, Saudi Arabia is far far away from Maui and repeating the fantastic experience is somehow not easy. I strongly recommend people of all ages, all backgrounds to try the submarine. I posted all photos on my instagram and followes are so surprized that they think it was unreal !!!
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Packages: | With West Maui Transportation [9:00AM Dive Only] |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/01/31 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/07 |
Reviewed by: otafukusan
マウイ島のこの季節といえば、ホエールウォッチング。
今回、朝7:00にラハイナハーバー集合という早朝プランに参加しました。
この時間帯のツアーは英語のみのガイドという事で、乗客は私たち以外全て外国の方でした。
ガイドさんの解説は、私にリスニング力がなくきちんと聞き取れてはいませんでしたが…
それでも、船上から眺める事のできる日の出はとても美しく、
クジラのジャンプもあちらこちらで見る事ができ、爽快で充実した時間を過ごす事ができました。
早起きは三文の得。この早朝プランはお値段もリーズナブルなので、個人的にはとてもお勧めです!
またマウイ島に行く際には、是非参加したいツアーです。
※集合時間丁度に到着したラハイナクルーズカンパニーブースは、既に多くの人だかりでした。迷う事無く探しやすい場所です。
※クルーズ船内では、コーヒーや軽食も販売されていて、お腹が空いていても安心です。
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Packages: | 7:30出港 |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2015/01/28 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/13 |
Reviewed by: kujira
マウイ島の海は、島々に囲まれているため海が穏やかでした。
いたるところにクジラがいて、どのクジラを近くで見ようかな?といった具合でした。
スケジュール進行もばっちり時間通りでした。
私たちの選んだコースは12時発だったのですが、クジラを見る際、どうしても船の外にいる時間が長く日差しがきつかったので、午前に終われるコースがお勧めです。
これから2月中旬にかけて、もっとクジラがやってくるみたいです。
日本人ガイドのタカさんは、とても親切で色々な事を教えていただけました。
ありがとうございました。
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Packages: | おすすめプラン |
Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
Posted on: | 2015/01/23 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/20 |
Reviewed by: ほーさん
記念品クーポン・セラミックマグクーポンを貰えるようので、ディスカウントがないにもかかわらず事前購入しましたが、土産物を35ドル以上買わないと対象外とのこと。
入口の掲示には事前購入者の優先入場レーンがありましたが機能しておらず、むしろリスト照合で時間がかかるので、事前購入するメリットはないと思います。
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Packages: | おすすめプラン |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/01/18 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/07 |
Reviewed by: ほーさん
出航してすぐ、街の近くでも複数のクジラに会えましたが、結構遠くまで足を延ばしてくれ、充実した2時間でした。
早朝プランにしたおかげで、料金が安いだけでなく、綺麗な日の出も楽しめ、船内が空いているのでクジラの出る方向に合わせて前後左右へ移動できたのも良かったです。また、船着き場近くのPublic Parkingにも簡単に停められました。
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Packages: | 7:30出港 |
Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
Posted on: | 2015/01/18 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Hanlu
Attended the 7am tour: first van, then helicopter. We were paired with another family of three.
Beautiful scenery, articulate tour guide named Sue, delicious and filling light lunch, and the helicopter ride was unsurprisingly a treat (lasted around 20-30 min). See my photos of both the Road to Hana van ride and helicopter ride for reference. The best is going into the sky on a partially overcast day, because the pilot will take you cloud-surfing.
The whole tour lasted around four hours.
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Packages: | Morning Tour |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Digvijay
Wonderfull experience, it is windy and cold up there, be prepared to get lot and lots of warm clothes, View is magnificent. This was one of the best tour in Maui. The guide provided us lot of information and was very good. My kids loved it.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2014/12/27 |
Reviewed by: Lindsay
We loved this luau. Great food, beautiful setting, and the Lei's were the perfect touch. The activities they had for children had them entertained while we waited for the show to start. I would go again for sure!!
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Packages: | Premium Seating |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2015/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2014/12/25 |
Reviewed by: adhermes
I spent a few hours researching activities to do during our honeymoon to Maui. We decided that due to the exorbitant cost of drinks in any resort or restaurant we decided that an open bar cruise was going to be a great and cost effective experience.
I wasn't disappointed! The cruise was absolutely awesome. We saw at least 25 whales throughout the course of the evening which was fantastic.
The drinks were top notch as well. They had a huge number different top shelf liquors and made great drinks all night.
The crew was fantastic. They went over the top to take care of everybody's needs and made sure everyone was having a great time. I would highly recommend this cruise to anyone that wants to see gorgeous views, enjoy great drinks, and have an awesome crew.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/16 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Jamie ditto
It was not the boat we paid for, food was average, tables were small and crowded, music was distortion,
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Packages: | Sunset Dinner Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/12 |
Activity Date: | 2014/12/15 |
Reviewed by: Davy
I would recommend to book this trip instead of drive by yourself. You don't have to drive very early in the morning and there are lots of turns. Our guide gave some very interesting information and local stories.
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/11 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/08 |
Reviewed by: YOSHIO FUJITA
12月の初めのツアーに参加しました。参加した時は知らなっ方のですが、ホエールウオッチングの季節は12月から5月ということで、まだ12月になったばかりで本当に見えるのか心配でした。案の定待っても待っても現れません。はんば諦めガイドの方も見れないかも知れないと言っていたのですが最後に親子のクジラが現れました。最終的には満足のいくツアーになりました。
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Packages: | Test Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/09 |
Reviewed by: Mike and Margot
We booked this cruise as a celebration for our engagement, and could not have been more pleased with the experience. The boat left a little later than posted, closer to 5:15, but it was good that they told us to arrive at 4:45 so we were not late, and others didnt slow us down. The crew welcomed us, gave us a run down on emergency procedures and rules, and we set sail! It was gorgeous out on the water. Jason, our captain, kept everyone informed and excited about the whales around us. We really appreciated that. They gave us a shout out over the PA for our engagement, and everyone toasted to our happiness. The crew, bartenders, captain and staff all made us feel special. The food was delicious, especially the shrimp and the artichoke dip. Full open bar (no champagne, but great wine and booze selection) and cheese platters, fruit, dessert. Thank you for a wonderful experience!
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/07 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/06 |
Reviewed by: TMS
Aloha, we (my boyfriend and I) are residents of Maui and attended the pride of Maui dinner/cocktail cruise for my pre birthday celebration this past Saturday. It was quite enjoyable despite the larger swells as we headed out along the coast. The food was fantastic, the crew was friendly and the bar was all you can drink so we were content. We enjoyed the experience for the deal that we were able to receive but I beleive if we had to pay full price we wouldn't have enjoyed it as much and would hope to expect more out of the experience. No one can help the weather or the ocean conditions but it felt like we were on a snorkeling boat standing up or sitting with no table eating dinner so it was a little steep in my opinion.
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Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! - Sunset Dinner Cruise |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2015/01/06 |
Activity Date: | 2015/01/03 |
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