All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

After being picked up at the hotel in Waikiki, we traveled for about an hour in the van to the North Shore. If you're worried about motion sickness, I recommend taking some medication beforehand.

Once we arrived, we were guided to the sandbar by a humorous guide and crew members.

If you wish to go snorkeling, you'll receive a brief lesson and wear a life jacket before walking a few meters from the sandbar and swimming out into the ocean.

It was enjoyable to see sparkling fish and turtles swimming leisurely around the sandbar. During the boat ride to and from the location, we learned about the history of the sandbar and Hawaii, which was very educational.

If I have the chance to travel to Hawaii again, I would love to participate in this activity once more.

ワイキキのホテルでピックアップしてもらったあとにノースショアまで行くのでおおよそ1時間くらいはバンに揺られます。
心配な方は酔い止めを飲んでおくのが良いかと思います。

現地に着いてからはユーモラスなガイドとクルーの方にサンドバーを案内してもらえます。

シュノーケリングを希望する場合は簡単なレッスンを受けて救命胴衣を着用した上でサンドバーから数m歩いて沖を泳ぎます。

キラキラとした魚やサンドバーを悠々と泳ぐ亀を見ることが出来て楽しかったです。
行き帰りの船上ではサンドバーが産まれた経緯やハワイの歴史を説明して貰え、勉強になりました。

次にハワイに旅行することがあってもまた、参加させて貰いたいなと思います。

A short trip to the offshore destination means you get to spend most of the tour time in the water with the amazing fish and turtles! We even saw dolphins! Riding on the front of the catamaran was also a highlight.

Fantastic crew - very friendly and terrific with kids! Our daughter was a bit hesitant about going in the water so one of the crew let her ride on the lifeguard surfboard and she still got to enjoy the whole experience.

Highly recommended if you’re looking for a couple of hours’ snorkeling experience with great views and sensational Hawaiian sea-life!

The scenery was wonderful.
However, the explanations were in English, so I couldn't understand anything at all.
If I had understood the explanations, I might have been even more impressed.
I applied because I saw the Blue Hawaiian Helicopters on Japanese television, but since there are many Japanese people, I hope they could provide support in Japanese.

景色が素晴らしいかったです。
でも英語での説明でしたので全くわかりませんでした。
説明がわかればもっと感動したかもしれません。
日本のテレビでブルーハワイアンヘリコプターをやっていたので申し込みましたが、日本人も多いと思いますので日本語対応があればいいなと思いました。

We participated as a couple. Since it was an afternoon tour, the water level seemed a bit high, reaching about waist height. It was sunny and beautiful, but... We spotted turtles several times as they were being fed. The lunch was a buffet style and delicious.

夫婦で参加しました。午後のツアーだったので、水位は少し高かったみたいで、腰くらいありました。晴れててキレイではありましたが。。亀は餌付けされているので、何度も目撃ました。お昼ご飯は、バイキング形式で美味しかったです。

Overall, it was a fun tour that really got everyone excited. The duration was short, so you can make the most of your day. Of course, the view from the sandbar was amazing.

全体的に盛り上げてくれるツアーで楽しかった。
時間も短時間なので、１日が有効に使えます。
もちろん、サンドバーの景色は最高でした。

This is Hawaii time! My first impression is that I will come back! This is my fifth year in Hawaii. This time, I'm staying for three weeks, so I'm challenging myself to snorkeling, something I've never done before. My wife can't swim at all, so she has been practicing at a nearby pool for a year, but in reality, she hasn't been able to go much and still can't breathe properly while swimming. The day before the tour, we practiced just the arm movements of the breaststroke at the hotel pool (saltwater pool). Is this level okay??? Both my wife and I are 70 years old. The large bus at Sheraton Aloha Landing was full, which shows its popularity. The rain stopped, and the cloudy sky was a relief. Water volleyball was more difficult and fun than I expected. We watched turtles, ate delicious BBQ hamburgers, and went snorkeling for the first time. My wife held onto me while colorful fish swam within reach. We quickly got used to snorkeling, and it was a blissful time.

これぞハワイの時間！また来るぞ！と言うのが第1の感想。ハワイ5年目。今回は3週間の長期滞在なので、これまで一度も無かった、シュノーケリングにチャレンジ。家内は全く泳げないので、1年前から近くのプールで練習していたが、現実にはなかなか行けず、まだ息継ぎができない。今回のツアーの前日ホテルのプール(海水プール)で、平泳ぎの腕の動きだけ練習。こんなレベルで大丈夫？？？家内も私も70歳。シェラトンアロハランディングで大型バスが満杯。人気の程が伺える。雨もあがって曇り空が助かる。水上バレーも思った以上に難しく、面白い。カメを眺め、美味しいBBGハンバーガーを食べて、初シュノーケリング。家内は私につかまりながら。色とりどりの魚が手が届くところで泳いでいる。すぐにシュノーケリングにも慣れ、至福の時間。

I visit every year, more than 10 times. Each time, I enjoy the different colors of the sea and the varying water levels. The one thing that never changes is the instructor, YUKIKO. She always greets us with her exceptionally cheerful smile. This year (June 28, 2019), I will go with my sister.

毎年通い詰めて、１０回以上。毎回、海の色と水の量が違い楽しんでいます。
ちっとも変わらないのがインストラクターのYUKIKO。とっびきりのご機嫌な笑顔で迎えてくれます。
今年は（２０１９年６月２８日）おねいちゃんと二人で行きますね。

It was amazing to see the beautiful white sea and the sea turtles swimming gracefully up close. It was my first time being able to see sea turtles that closely. The guide was very lively and made the experience enjoyable throughout.

白い美しい海と、優雅に泳ぐウミガメを間近で見られたのが最高でした。あんなに近くでウミガメを見ることができたのは初めてでした。ガイドの方のノリがたくさん盛り上げてくれて、終始楽しい時間を過ごせました。

Real friendly, helpful crew. Enjoyed every minute of the tour. My only complaint was the lack snacks and refreshments. The only thing that was available was rice crispy treats and water. Had we known that this was all that was available, we would have brought our own.

I made a last-minute reservation and participated. The staff were very accommodating, and thanks to them, I was able to see both dolphins and sea turtles♡ The hula dance we all did on the boat at the end was also a lot of fun! I would love to use this service again!

直前に予約をし参加しました。
スタッフのかたの対応もとてもよく、おかげでイルカにもウミガメにも会えました♡
最後に船の上で皆で踊ったフラダンスもとても楽しかったです！
また利用したいです！

I was able to swim together with sea turtles at an incredibly close distance! A pod of dolphins swam right underneath me while I was snorkeling! I could hear the chatter of the playful dolphins. I will definitely go again!

海亀と超至近距離で一緒に泳げました！
イルカが群れをなして シュノーケリングの私の真下を通りました！おしゃべりなイルカの群れで彼らのおしゃべりが聞こえました。
絶対また行きます！

This is not a Japanese tour, so the guide spoke entirely in English. The staff were friendly, and we had a lot of fun. There seemed to be an explanation about Captain Cook, but we couldn't understand it due to our zero English skills. (laughs) However, I recommend this tour for those who want to see beautiful seas and fish while snorkeling! The sailing was quite slow, allowing us to feel the great outdoors. I wouldn't recommend it for those who are prone to seasickness.

日本語ツアーではないので、ガイドは全て英語。
スタッフさんは気さくな方で、とても楽しかったです。
キャプテンクックについて説明があったようですが、英語力ゼロの私たちには理解できず。笑
でも、シュノーケルで綺麗な海と魚が見たい方にはオススメです！
セーリングもかなりゆっくりで大自然を感じながらのツアーでした^ ^
酔いやすい方はあまりオススメしません。

The staff were friendly and took a lot of photos for us. Since we couldn't see dolphins up close this time, I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii. The lunch on the boat was also amazing! We got to see turtles and sharks up close!!!

スタッフのみなさんフレンドリーでたくさん写真も撮ってくださいました。
今回は近くでイルカを見ることができなかったのでまたハワイに行く際はぜひまた参加したいと思います。
船の上で食べるランチも最高でした！
亀やサメを間近で見られました！！！

The weather was great, and I was able to see a beautiful sunset! When I mentioned it was my first time snorkeling, they kindly taught me how to do it. Whether you can see manta rays depends on the timing and conditions of the day, but when I went, I had the best experience of encountering eight manta rays that came close to the surface to feed on plankton. It was so close that I was amazed! After snorkeling, it started to rain and got cold, so if you're going, it might be a good idea to bring a larger towel or something to wear in case it rains; it could help with the cold.

天気にも恵まれキレイなサンセットが見れました！
シュノーケリングが初めてと伝えると丁寧に教えていただけました。
マンタは良く見れるかはその日のタイミングやコンディションによるかと思いますが、私が行ったときはベストで8マイのマンタに出会え、プランクトンを食べに海面近くまで来てくれました。
ぶつかるんじゃないかと思うくらい近かったので感動しました！
シュノーケリング後は雨が降ってきて寒かったので行かれる方は大きめのタオルや羽織れるものなどあるともし雨が降っても寒さはマシかもです。

Travel: It takes about 30 minutes by bus from the hotel in Waikiki. Since it can be a bit chilly, it's a good idea to bring a jacket. If you are prone to seasickness, it's advisable to take motion sickness medication.
After that, we will board the boat, but Japanese people and Americans, along with others from English-speaking countries, will be on a different boat. It's reassuring that explanations will be provided in Japanese. Soft drinks are free, and alcohol will be paid for collectively after returning from the sandbar.
Impressions: The sandbar is for practicing snorkeling and taking a walk.
We moved to the snorkeling point, and there were life jackets available, so even as a first-time snorkeler, I had a great time. The number of fish when we got into the water was incredible! 😊

移動他:ワイキキのホテルからバスで30分ほど移動します。少し寒いので上着はあった方が良いですね。船に酔いやすい方は酔い止めは飲んだ方が良いです。
その後、乗船しますが日本人とアメリカ人他英語圏の方々と別の船に乗ります。日本語で説明いただけるので安心です。ソフトドリンクは無料で、アルコールはサンドバー帰りでまとめて払います。
感想:サンドバーは、シュノーケリング練習と散歩です。
移動して、シュノーケリングポイントに向かいますが、救命胴衣もあり、シュノーケル初めてでもとても楽しめました。海に降りた時の魚の数が半端なかったです(^^)

I was a bit nervous on my first helicopter ride, but with the guidance of the Japanese pilot, I was able to relax and enjoy the journey through the skies. The time spent flying from the ocean to Waipi'o Valley felt like a transition from reality to a divine world, and I found myself in tears from the beauty of nature. Landing at the base of the waterfall, I was overwhelmed with emotion once again, feeling a deep gratitude for being alive. I have become an even bigger fan of the Big Island of Hawaii. I want to tell my friends that they should experience this at least once in their lifetime! Of course, my children and grandchildren will join me next time.

初ヘリコプター搭乗でいくらか緊張していましたが、日本語のパイロットの方のガイドでとてもリラックスして空の旅をたのしめました。
海上からワイピオ渓谷へ進んでいく時間は現実から神の世界への移動、自然に涙が出てきました。
興奮のまま滝壺に着陸、またまた涙があふれてきて大袈裟ですが生きてる！事への感謝の気持ちで一杯になりました。
ますますハワイ島のファンになりました。
友人にも生きている間に一度はこの経験を味って！と伝えたいとおもっています。
勿論子供孫は次回同行します。

I participated on the 16th. Thank you to the instructor, Chieko, who searched for us when we made a mistake about the meeting place. I’m really sorry for the trouble. I was also happy that you pulled my hand when I got tired and swam with me in the coral sea until the very end. Thanks to you, I was able to swim with the fish for a full hour underwater. You also took photos of us snorkeling in the beautiful Hanauma Bay, which was a great help since we didn’t have to carry a camera. There were so many beautiful fish of various kinds. They came close and seemed very accustomed to people. I wished I could have swum a little longer. When we got back to the beach, you had prepared cold water and snacks, which was a wonderful break and very delicious. Thank you very much. I would like to go again, so I hope to see you then.

16日に参加しました。
集合場所を間違えた私たちを探してくださった
インストラクターのチエコさん。本当にご迷惑おかけしました。
また途中で疲れた私の手を引っ張って
ずっと最後まで珊瑚の海を泳いでくれ嬉しかったです。
お陰さまで1時間みっちり海中で魚と泳げました。
綺麗なハナウマ湾でシュノーケリング中の写真
も撮っていただけたので、私達がカメラを持たずに
済み、助かりました。
いろんな種類の綺麗な魚たち。目が合って近くに寄ってきてくれ
とても慣れています。
もう少し泳いでいたかったです。
浜に上がると冷たい水とお菓子を用意して下さっていて
本当に一息つけ、美味しかったです。
ありがとうございました。
また行きたいと思ってます。その時はよろしく
お願いします。

I participated with two younger colleagues from my company.

When we boarded the boat, the rain had eased and we were able to enjoy the sandbar and snorkeling without any stress, which was great.

I was worried about my colleagues who couldn't get into the water or felt anxious about snorkeling, but thanks to the staff's consideration, they were transported to the sandbar on a small boat and were taken around to look for turtles, so it seems they really enjoyed the tour.

A special thanks to Jamie for the fun conversations, and to Kaz, who took a lot of photos as a sort of assistant, and to Ebizou from Hawaii, who guided us around on the boat.

The staff and the tour deserve five stars, but since the weather and the tide conditions weren't perfect, I deducted one star... Next time, I hope to aim for a tour that scores 120 points. Thank you for the truly wonderful memories.

会社の若い後輩2人と参加させて頂きました。

船に乗るときには、雨から薄日がさす状態に回復し、サンドバーとシュノーケリングがストレスなく楽しめて良かったです。

海に入れなかったり、シュノーケリングに不安を感じた後輩を心配しましたが、スタッフさんのお気遣いで、小さなボートでサンドバーに運んで下さったり、かめを探しに回って下さったりしたので、ツアーをとても楽しめたようです。

特に楽しいトークのジェイミーさん、あと、写真を沢山撮ってくださった準スタッフ？のカズさん、ボートで回って下さったハワイのエビゾウさん、ありがとうございました。

スタッフさんとツアーは5つ星ですが、天気と干潮の状態が今一歩だったので、星が1つ減りました…
次は120点のツアーを狙って参加したいと思います。
本当に素敵な思い出をありがとうございました。

You will drive to the tour office, where you will watch an instructional video on how to ride the scooter. After that, you will head out to sea on a boat and ride the scooter. A staff member will accompany you on one scooter. Since the staff are locals and speak very little Japanese, it's recommended to pay close attention to the video to learn how to operate the scooter. In the water, many fish will come to the bait, which is a lot of fun. We even encountered a sea turtle!!!

車でツアーオフィスに行き、そこでスクーターの乗り方の説明ビデオを見ます。その後、船で沖にでてスクーターに乗ります。
一台のスクーターにスタッフが一人ついて乗せてくれます。
スタッフは現地の方で日本語はほとんど通じないため、操作方法はちゃんとビデオを見て覚えておくのがおすすめです。
水中ではエサに魚がたくさんよってきて楽しいです。ウミガメにも出会えましたよ！！！

It was amazing to see the sea turtles up close. Their way of breathing was so clumsy and adorable. When the sea turtle dove to the bottom of the ocean, my son dove down with it (it was quite deep). The angle the guide captured in the photos was fantastic.

ウミガメが間近に見れて最高でした。
ウミガメの息継ぎの仕方が下手すぎて可愛らしかったです。
ウミガメが海の底に潜るときに息子も一緒に潜っていきました、（結構深いです）ガイドさんが写真でとってくれたアングルが最高です。

Our group was running a few minutes behind and they were nice enough to wait an extra ten minutes for us. The combination of snorkeling, some drinks, and a cruise around the bay was a great time for a group of 6 friends.

Swimming with wild dolphins was AMAZING! We struggled to find spinner dolphins early May 15, but Danielle and the entire crew were patient and determined to spot other types of dolphins. We found spotted dolphins, in deeper waters, which are faster but amazing to see in the wild. The crew including Yogi, Tyler, and a couple others helped our ship of 25 or so passengers stay safe and calm in the water knowing exactly what to do as the dolphins and wild life swam all around us. Making sure the swimmers and dolphins stayed safe was at the forefront of our dive. We relocated to another swim spot to see fish and turtles in shallow waters and we got to play on the slide and use paddle boards the crew provided us with. Jade, the photographer/ videographer, was amazing in capturing our time on the boat and in the water. This crew was fantastic and my fiancé and I would recommend this excursion 10/10 as a MUST DO. The feeling iI got seeing this animals in their natural environment, so willing to let us be close to them , is something I will never forget. We purchase the pictures from Dolphins and You and I can’t wait to get home to upload them!

I was able to see two turtles! The food was delicious, and I had a great time. If I could have taken more photos, I would have wanted to buy a lot! What a shame.

カメが2匹も見れたよ〜〜
ご飯も美味しかったし、楽しかった٩( ᐛ )و
写真撮ってもらえたのが、やすかったらたくさん買いたかったなぁ！残念

Perfect day. Great crew and beautiful weather and location. The snorkeling was awesome had close up encounter with turtles and heaps of fish. Lunch was also great thank you.

This was an amazing tour of he Napali Coast. The crew was phenomenal! They were so personable and knowledgeable. They were very attentive to our kids and kept everyone engaged and excited. The captain steered the boat with precision allowing us to get into small cave openings and over large waves.

Bring non-spray sunscreen and a hat that won’t blow off since it gets very windy. We took motion sickness pills prior to the trip which really helped.

The views were breathtaking! Highly recommend.

First time in Hawaii and snorkeling for me; overall, it was a fun experience! Saw lots of colorful fishes and coral. The guide also made it easy to understand and use the equipment - and soon, everyone was snorkeling in no time. The group is small so you don't have to worry about there being too large of a crowd to be able to follow the guide. Great value and experience - highly recommended for anyone who is completely new to snorkeling and Hanauma Bay!

First, we went to the sandbar where we had about an hour of free time, but unfortunately, it was raining and cold, so we couldn't go into the sea. I recommend bringing a jacket just in case.

After that, we moved on to snorkeling for those who wanted to participate, and this is something you should definitely experience. You can see fish and, if you're lucky, get a close look at sea turtles, which is the highlight of this tour. The guide was friendly and kept the atmosphere lively, and we even saw seals while moving on the boat. It was a lot of fun.

まずサンドバーに行きそこで1時間ほど自由時間がありましたがあいにく雨が降っており寒くて海に入っていることが出来ませんでした。念の為上着を持って行くといいと思います。
その後移動して希望者のみシュノーケリングをしますがこちらは体験した方がいいです。魚や運が良ければ間近でウミガメを見る事ができこのツアーの目玉です。ガイドの方も気さくで盛り上げてくれますしボートで移動中にアザラシを見ることができました。とても楽しかったです。

I wanted to experience walking in the ocean, so I participated. I was a bit hesitant because the tide wasn't ideal on the day I could go, but I enjoyed it thoroughly. I got to see sea turtles, and the weather was great. When in doubt, it's best to participate! The hamburger was delicious too. The staff were friendly and cheerful, and I was very satisfied.

一度、海の中を歩く経験をしてみたく、参加しました。行ける日が今一の潮の引き加減だったので、悩みましたが、十分楽しめました。ウミガメも見れて、お天気にも恵まれ、やはり、悩んだ時は参加するに限ります！
ハンバーガーも美味しかったです。スタッフさん達が綺麗で明るく、とっても満足できました。

It seems like there are unusual weather conditions everywhere, and it was cold even in May. It's usually much hotter.

So, when entering the sea, it was fine to just wear a swimsuit and then dry off and put on a cover-up when getting back on the boat.

I was grateful to have a warm drink after snorkeling; it was a nice way to relax.

どこでも異常気象のようで、５月でも、寒かったです。毎年はもっと暑い。と、おっしゃってました。
なので、海に入るときは水着だけで入り船に上がった時に体をふいて上着を羽織ると大丈夫でした。
シュノーケリングが終わってから温かい飲み物を頂きほっと出来てありがたかったです。

This was by far one of the favorite things we have done in Oahu! Everyone was professional. You break up into small groups so our family of 5 was able to do this activity together with our own private guide. He was fabulous and let us work as much as we wanted kayaking and then would pull us when my younger kiddos needed a break. So fun! Pleasant for kayaking and beautiful for snorkeling. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!