Reviewed by: Denise
I went to see the show with my husband on our honeymoon. The show was great. The food was a little dry but not too bad. We enjoyed the night out and it was definitely a great experience.
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Packages: | General Seating Package |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/22 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Dave
This was a very enjoyable evening. The crew did a great job serving everyone and the food was excellent. The captain did a wonderful job steering around the thunderstorm that was in the area. We also had a whale entertain us slapping its tail to the beat of the music.
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Packages: | Winter Special! Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch Combo |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/18 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/14 |
Reviewed by: negibouzu
冬の時季にマウイ島に旅行することができましたので、ホエールウオッチングを楽しむことにしてVELTRAさんで事前に予約しました。
マウイ島に旅行される場合はぜひ参加したいアクティビティです。
まず、ラハイナでは数多くのホエールウオッチングツアーがあります。今回参加したツアーはラハイナのパイオニアインのすぐ前のmain loading dockが受付・出港場所ですが、ここだけでも10を超える営業小屋?がありました。それにもかかわらず当日に申し込みをしようとして「満員」ということで断られ、別の日などを提示されていた方を何人か見かけました。事前予約しておいた方が良いと思います。
当日はかなり風が強い日でした。しかし船酔いなどの心配はまったくありませんでした(ただし個人的な感想です)。もちろんまったく揺れない訳ではありませんが、船酔いのする揺れではなく、遊園地の乗り物のような感じのけっこうスピード感のあるものでした。
ラハイナ港を出港して、ラハイナの街並みを見るととても素晴らしいものでした。これだけでも料金の元を取ったような感じでした(笑)
前半ではあまりクジラを見ることはできませんでしたが、後半になるとかなりの頻度でクジラを近くから見ることができました。スタッフもフレンドリーで、「あっちに見えるぞ」、「10時方向だ」などと熱心に対応してくれました。
乗客のほとんどは日本人以外の方でしたが、お互いに会話が必要な訳でもなく特に問題はありませんでした。
船の形状は40人くらいが満員の大きさで、2階建てです。ほとんどの乗客は2階部分でアクティビティを楽しみます。一応、バーコーナー(もちろんソフトドリンク有り)もあります。飲み物のオーダーを強制されるようなことはありません。
何点かアドバイス的なことでは、カメラやスマホのバッテリーは十分に充電しておくことをお勧めします。クジラはどこに顔を出すか分かりません。「ギューンと口先から顔を出して、そのまま海面に頭から潜っていき、最後にテールを出した後に水中に潜る」という行動パターンです。この間、20秒ほどです。そのため決定的瞬間を撮影するためには、いつもカメラをONにしておく必要があるからです。私は充電が十分でなかったため、良い写真を撮りはぐってしまいました(T_T)
それから会場をクルージングしていると風が強いです。飛ばされないように注意して下さい。
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Packages: | 無料キャンペーン!通常プラン |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/18 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/10 |
Reviewed by: Tony and Nellie
We have been to several luaus on our many trips to Maui and this one is by far the best !! Food, entertainment, view.....everything was just perfect !! Would definitely recommend this activity if you are looking for a truly authentic luau. You won't be disappointed.
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Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
Attended as: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2018/02/15 |
Activity Date: | 2017/03/19 |
Reviewed by: YORI
シーズンなのでたくさん見れました!しかもブリーチングまで!遠くでしたが正面に2回も。日本語ガイドさんも来てくださり見所とか、なぜこの時期マウイ島に生息しているのかとか、解説もしていただけたのでとても充実したホエールウォッチングでした。
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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: | Friends |
Posted on: | 2018/02/13 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/09 |
Reviewed by: たあ子
クジラの背中や尻尾は頻繁に見えた。写真のようなジャンピングは見れなかったが、早朝から2時間ほど船でマウイ島の海をゆっくりクルージングする雰囲気が大変よかったので満足。
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Packages: | 7:30出港 |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/11 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/22 |
Reviewed by: PJJ
Dinner was really great and the view was amazing. Dinner mints were a wonderful idea as we had a few in the group get a little motion sick but they cured the issue. Thank you, we will come again!
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Packages: | Winter Special! Dinner Cruise & Whale Watch Combo |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/02/10 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/19 |
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: 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: 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: キヨピー
VIPシートを予約しました。
アルコール、飲み放題良かったです。
本場のハワイアン、堪能しました。
女の子の踊りも上手だったけど、男の子が皆んな可愛くて、家内(66歳)が喜んでいました。
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Packages: | VIP席(優先入場、前方シート、レイでお出迎え) |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/02/05 |
Activity Date: | 2018/02/02 |
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: Diana
Everything was great. The instructors made it fun by their sense of humor, but you could tell that they also always had safety in mind. Felt safe at all times.
I was afraid that we would be hiking up a huge mountain or something because the description states you will do a lot of walking, however they take you up the mountain in a van. The only walking that you do is front platform to platform, which isn't much. So we were glad for that.
The views from the ziplines of the ocean were amazing. Would recommend for all.
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Packages: | 8-Line Kaanapali Zipline Tour |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/29 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/07 |
Reviewed by: Diana
Everything was great. The food, the drinks, the entertainment. It wasn't cheezy like I was thinking it would be. The dances actually had meaning behind them. Service was great also. Sometimes you think whenever they say "All you can drink" that they will give you like 1 drink and make you beg for the rest. Not the case here, they kept the drinks coming and they were good quality drinks.
Also liked how the local people were selling their goods around the interior. This package had everything that you could want. Great Hawaiian experience.
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Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/29 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/04 |
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: 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: 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: Alice
We loved the atmosphere, the staff treated us very well and spoiled us with amazing food and the show was incredible! I would definitely recommend it. For special occasions or just to experience the full hawaian atmosphere and taste of the local traditions.
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Packages: | Table and Chair Seating |
Attended as: | Couples |
Posted on: | 2018/01/18 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Tim Takach
My family absolutely loved this activity. Great service, fantastic food and drinks. Great performance sharing the tradition of Aloha and the history. Luau was also in a great location overlooking the beach. Very close to where we were staying.
What to expect? A warm shell Lei greeting, photo for purchase, friendly staff, great service, great performance, great Mai Tai's, and a meal that will make you want to stay in Maui. This activity is recommended for anyone of any age. Great time!
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Packages: | General Seating Package |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/11 |
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: Tim Takach
This cruise is highly recommended (Maui Princess). The crew was awesome. The musician was awesome. Played great songs all night. The captain even turned the lights out to gaze at the sky full of stars.
Service, food, and drinks were outstanding. Enjoyed a beautiful Maui sunset, quite a few whales all while feeling completely relaxed and truly enjoying the moment. My family has raved about this cruise ever since.
I would recommend this for couples or families. What to expect? A great time with a crew that goes out of their way to ensure you love every minute. Everyone of all ages had a smile on their face during the cruise.
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Packages: | Sunset Dinner Cruise |
Attended as: | Families |
Posted on: | 2018/01/17 |
Activity Date: | 2018/01/13 |
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: 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 |
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