Reviewed by: Rammy901
It was our first time trying this out and we completely enjoyed the experience
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| Packages: | Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/25 |
Reviewed by: Amelia
Seniors, couples, solo travelers, even kids --- would like this tours to experience the sandbar and snorkeling (turtles and school of fish... love it!!!) The company even brought floaties and paddle boards for you to use for free!!! My mom got scared of the snorkeling part so she didn't do it but she still enjoyed the boat ride and the sandbar! It was a nice experience for the rest of my family and I... we saw many tortoises and swam with them. I recommend trying Captain Bruce Tour!
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| Packages: | Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Natalia N
It was cool experience, nice drinks. There weren't many turtles and the sea was not very clear there so we couldn't see many fishes or nature.
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Gheahndra
Super fun experience, all three guides were very nice and great hosts. They really kept a look out on all of their guests to ensure their safety. If I ever came back I would definitely do it again.
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/18 |
Reviewed by: MaiD
I love the crew and the service. My friends and I had a very wonderful time enjoying the sunset as well as seeing many manta rays yesterday. We would love to come back for a dolphin/whale trip in the future with you guys! Thank you!
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| Packages: | Sunset Cruise & Evening Manta Snorkel Tour [2.5 hours] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Lou group
This was a great time, We had a party of 6 and we all said we'd do it again!!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package: Afternoon Turtle Snorkel Cruise [Apr - Nov] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/23 |
Reviewed by: Rob
The Crew of the Honu Lani was great. Jimmy, the Captain gave clear and informative safety briefing and also snorkeling recommendations. He was very professional and his crew was EVERYWHERE! They were at the stern when we got in and out of the water, at the bar serving beverages, putting out lunch, in the water when we were snorkeling. Crew was Andrea, Alek, Marco and another girl interviewing for a deckhand job. They were all great! Andrea was so nice and helped the passengers nonstop the entire cruise. Alek is the man, (I think Bernie Sanders is his Dad). A friend of mine jumped off the side of the boat and her iWatch came off. This Cat (Alek) jumped in like David Hasselhoff and came up with it on the first dive down. I think he was more surprised than we were, it is a big Ocean. Marco was nice also, sorry guy, did not talk to you much.
Overall, great cruise. 95% great because of the crew!
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Richey/Espino clan
Great crew great sail our family scattered our moms (Grammie) ashes with a great ceremony and a wonderful and private area. After we went to an area for snorkeling this was a great way to end our day!
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| Packages: | Private Snorkel Cruise - 50% Capacity (up to 13 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/18 |
Reviewed by: Loren Tangco
Jason and Trevor are awesome!!! Can’t wait to book them again next time!
Mahalo Tangco Family for joining our tour! We love your fun photos at sandbar!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/22 |
Reviewed by: Eduardo
The best crew in the world, super attentive all the time, very helpful.
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| Packages: | Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/21 |
Reviewed by: Monica
Jason and Alan were very friendly and knowledgeable. Jason took me out to snorkel and I saw fish, coral, and turtles. The sandbar was really cool and neat. I recommend Captain Bruce.
Aloha Monica, on behalf of our Captain and Crew, we would like to thank you for this amazing review. We look forward to having you onboard with us again in the future!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/21 |
Reviewed by: KLH
Kellie and Shelly were incredible hosts!!! Extremely knowledgeable. We were the only ones they had five manta Reis under our board because of their expertise!! Their fun attitude was contagious!
Mahalo for the 5 star recommendation! We also appreciate your shout out to your captain and crew. We are so happy to hear that you had a fun time out with us! Please come and see us again soon!
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| Packages: | Night Manta Discovery Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/21 |
Reviewed by: Michelle
I had a BLAST!! Captain Dave and his first mate were the best tour guides and I would recommend this to anyone. I had a hard time with sea sickness, and both Dave and his helper were so attentive and helpful. I truly had an amazing time.
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/21 |
Reviewed by: Claudia
We had a great time. The crew was exceptionally friendly. The boat was clean and they offered drinks and snacks.
I can’t say enough on the crew members they were very accommodating and made our trip extremely fun
The views were incredible. Snorkeling on the barrier reef was a one of a kind experience.
Mahalo Claudia! We're very pleased to hear that you had a great time at sandbar. Thank you so much for joining us and giving us your wonderful review. We hope to see you in the near future!
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| Packages: | Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/30 |
Reviewed by: Michele S.
A must do when visiting Oahu. The crew was amazing. The best excursion we booked.
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| Packages: | Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/29 |
Reviewed by: Quincy
We loved every second of this tour. Finding the boat was easy. Staff was so nice and friendly. The whole experience is one we won’t forget!
Aloha Quincy, thank you so much for sharing your experience & gorgeous photos with us! We look forward to having you again onboard in the future. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Vania Ramos
Great experience!! The crew was AMAZING, they were so attentive to all the guest. This is a must experience. Highly recommend Four Winds.
Mahalo for the recommendation and for the review. We hope to see you again!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Cynel
Highly recommended. Had a great time! We saw turtles and lots of fish!
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/19 |
Reviewed by: Angel Zielinski
The staff were amazing! Mai Tai’s were great. We saw a turtle and some fish. Wonderful experience
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/17 |
Reviewed by: Elaina
Great tour. Absolutely breathtaking out there. Thank you Captain Bruce
Your very Welcome! Aloha and Mahalo Nui Elaina
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| Packages: | Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021] |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/14 |
Reviewed by: Tori
We had so much fun! I believe we saw 4 or 5 Manta Rays. One kept doing flips and brushing against us. It was a great experience, and the crew was extremely nice and fun.
Aloha Tori,
Thanks for joining us and taking the time to review us. They are truly magical marine species. We are thrilled to hear you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you soon!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling Tour [Late Evening Cruise] |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/15 |
Reviewed by: ハワイサイコー
I went alone, but the staff was friendly and I had a great time. I was moved when a sea turtle swam close to me about three times (even though we’re not supposed to touch them). I took the bus from Honolulu, and I recommend leaving with at least a two-hour buffer. Be sure to bring a change of clothes as well.
1人で行ったのですが、スタッフが親切で十分楽しめました。ウミガメが(触ってはいけないのですが)3度位近くまで泳いで来て感動しました。
ホノルルからバスで行ったのですが、2時間は余裕を持って出発することをお勧めします。着替えも用意していきましょう。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you very much for participating in the tour. I'm very happy to hear that you enjoyed the encounters with sea turtles and the SUP experience, among many other activities. Thank you for sharing the wonderful photos!
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はツアーへのご参加、誠にありがとうございました。ウミガメとの出会いやSUP体験など盛りだくさんで楽しんでいただいたようでとても嬉しいです。素敵な写真のシェアをありがとうございます
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| Packages: | 【2021年4~6月限定】タートルウォッチング&シュノーケリングツアー<午前> |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/23 |
Reviewed by: Mae
There was no sailing on this trip.The Manta rays are close to where the boat goes in the water. I thought we would have a nice sail while the sun was setting and then get in the water but that was not the case. This experience was both boring and exciting. You are in the water for 45 minutes lying flat with arms outstretched holding onto the handle on one of several connected "light boards"while you have your snorkeled face in the water, and are balancing a noodle under your ankles. You brush up against the people on either side of you.The motion of the ocean gets to be a bit much for many people. I heard a crew member say to another "at least no one puked this trip". I have never been sea sick but started feeling queasy and did get out with about 10 minutes to go. You can raise your arm and be escorted back to the boat at any time.You are provided with a half wet suit but still you get chilled. If you have any shoulder problems I would think twice about doing this trip. All that being said it was so cool when the Mantas did show up and swim right past you! There weren't many but I got some good video and stills with a camera that I borrowed from a friend. Maybe there is a better time of day or year to see more mantas? If you're positioned on a middle light board you have time to get the camera set because you will hear the people at the ends of the the light boards ooh and aah and cheer! I probably would not do this trip again but notice I didn't say never! The boat was nice , the crew was fine.
Aloha Mae,
We are so sorry to hear you found your experience less than stellar. We appreciate your feedback. We often do try to do some sailing prior to heading to the Manta Ray Village, however factors of getting the best viewing spot for our guests may have disrupted the sailing part as many times through out the year we'll have northern boats come down to view the manta's if they haven't been seeing any at their usual location. Our best recommendation for hanging on to the light rafts would be to not be tense, this can make for an unpleasant experience for anyone, including people with shoulder problems. It's best to relax and go with the flow of the ocean rather than against it. Although we are sad to hear you didn't enjoy your whole time with us, we are happy to hear you enjoyed the stars of the show. They are truly magical. We hope you'll give us another try on a return visit to the islands. Mahalo Nui Loa!
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkeling [Early Evening Tour] |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/04/19 |
Reviewed by: taylor
amazing time, totally worth every penny loved it and would def do it again
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| Packages: | Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise (50% Capacity) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/13 |
Reviewed by: Tina Huynh
The crew was amazing! They were super friendly and would help us find turtles while we were snorkeling. The boat ride was smooth, had refreshments, and their mai tai were delicious. I would highly recommend this tour. Was able to see many fishes, got yummy drinks, and was a fun time overall.
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/08 |
Reviewed by: Breth
Fun trip, good crew. Snorkeling was a bit crowded and water not as clear as expected.
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| Packages: | 12:00 PM Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/10 |
Reviewed by: Kevin
The crew and the captain were awesome! The issue that makes this review only good is the photographer. After talking with him in length on the boat that we were interested in purchasing photo package, he stuck to others on the boat for majority of photos. Great honeymoon experience with no photos to look back on!
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| Packages: | Snorkeling Only |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/08 |
Reviewed by: Alex
Boat was very nice, friendly staff, but we stopped at 1 site for a while and didn’t see any turtles, then when we got to the more popular spot there were already 4 more boats and we only got to see 1 turtle. The staff didn’t come in the water with us either to help spotting turtles. Other boats had at least 1 crew in the water to guide their group towards the right spot.
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Mid-Morning Turtle Snorkel Adventure |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/10 |
Reviewed by: キングジュリアン
There are two types of courses: an early morning departure and a midday departure. With the early morning departure, the water level is about knee-deep, while with the midday departure, it rises to just above the knees. They have plenty of inflatable toys and equipment available, so you can enjoy yourself without any worries. The staff follows very strict safety standards, so I think you can feel safe bringing children along to play.
早朝の出発か、昼発の2タイプコースがありました。
早朝出発だと、水位がひざ下まで、昼発だと水位がひざうえぐらいまであがるようです。
浮き輪などの遊具もたくさん用意してくれているので、気軽に楽しめます。
すんごい安全基準の厳しいスタッフさんなので、こども連れでも安心して遊べるとおもいますよ。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you very much for participating. We prioritize safety to ensure that everyone in your family, including your children, can enjoy the tour! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed your time at the sandbar.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。お子様をはじめ、ご家族全員でお楽しみいただけるよう、安全第一でツアーを運航しております!サンドバーでの時間を楽しんでいただけたようで良かったです
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| Packages: | 午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/09/27 |
Reviewed by: Ann
We had a great time! I wouldn't recommend paddling out to the sandbar if you have younger kids with you. It was a great place to snorkel and staff was incredibly helpful! Equipment in good shape!
Aloha Ann! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure, and for taking the time to leave such a positive and helpful review! That's really good feedback, and we really appreciate that very much! Hope to see you again soon!
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| Packages: | Half Day Kayak Rental (4 hours) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/05/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/05/08 |
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Mahalo Amelia Family for joining Captain Bruce tour! Thank you for your wonderful review. We are very pleased to hear the whole family had a great time at the sandbar. Mahalo and we look forward to having your family onboard again in the future!