All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I have always been plagued by rain during my previous two visits, but this time I finally enjoyed the beautiful blue of Lanikai Beach. The kayaking was pleasant, and the staff was friendly, which made me very satisfied. I would love to participate again.

これまで２回は常に雨にたたられてましたが、
今回はやっと晴れてラニカイビーチのキレイなブルーを堪能出来ました。カヤックも気持ち良くて
スタッフもフレンドリーで満足でした。
また参加したいですね。

The weather was bad, and the sandbar was cold and uncomfortable.

I was lured by the word "BBQ" and didn't pay much attention, but it felt more like eating hamburgers on a boat with everyone rather than a BBQ (laughs).

After snorkeling, we just returned and disbanded, so changing clothes was either in the restroom or right on the bus. It might be a good idea to bring a little extra towel!

天気が悪く
サンドバーは寒くて
辛かったです。

BBQという言葉に誘われてて
よく見てなかったのですが
BBQというよりは
ハンバーガーを船で
みんなで食べる感じでした（笑）

シュノーケルやったあとは
戻ってそのまま解散になるので
着替えはトイレかそのままバスに
乗る感じだったので
タオルは少し多めのがいいかも
しれません！

The day before was a heavy rain, so I participated with a gloomy mood, but on the day itself, the weather was beautifully clear, almost like a lie. The way the foreign male guide on the bus got everyone excited was amazing. It was definitely worth participating. The sandbar and snorkeling were incredibly fun. The lunch was delicious, just as rumored. It was a perfect day without any complaints. I definitely want to participate again next time.

前日が大雨だったのでお通夜な気分で参加したのですが、当日は嘘のように晴れ渡ったお天気。行きのバスの外国人男性ガイドさんの盛り上げ方は凄かったです。参加して間違いなし。サンドバーも、シュノーケリングも凄く楽しかった。お昼も評判通り美味しかった。文句なしの一日です。また今度も是非参加したいです。

There were tropical fish, but I mistakenly thought I would see them on the offshore island, so I was expecting more beautiful coral reefs. Aside from that, it was a fun crew and delicious food (the kalua pig was the best), and I also got to see dolphins and turtles. It would have been even better if I understood English! Most of the participants were foreigners. The sailing in the nice weather during the morning felt great.

熱帯魚はいましたが、沖の島に渡って観るものと勝手に勘違いしていたのでもっと綺麗なサンゴ礁と期待していました。その事を除けば楽しいクルーと美味しい食事(カルアピック最高)、イルカや亀にも会えました。英語が判ればもっと最高かな！参加者はほぼ外人。天気の良い午前中セイリングは気持ち良かったです。

I participated in a tour at Dolphin Middle School in April.

The weather and sea conditions were great, so I was excited to join. Before we spotted any dolphins, we were able to see several sea turtles coming up to the surface from the boat. After a while, we found a pod of dolphins, put on the rented wetsuits, and started snorkeling. We were able to see about 50 wild dolphins. Although they were a bit far away, the water was so clear that I was glad to see them.

At a different location during our second snorkeling session, I was able to see two sea turtles, and I’m really glad I participated. I would love to join again.

４月にイルカ中学のツアーに参加してきました。

天気も海の状態も良いということでワクワクしながら参加しました。　
イルカが見つかる前に船の上からウミガメが何匹か水面に出てきたところを見ることができました。
何十分かしてからイルカの群れが見つかり、レンタルしたウェットスーツを着て、シュノーケルを開始しました。
野生のイルカを５０匹くらいは見ることができました。　
少し遠かったですが、透明度が高かったので見ることが出来て良かったです。

場所を変えて二回目にシュノーケルをしたところではウミガメを２匹見ることが出来、本当参加して良かったです。
また参加したいなと思っております。

The beautiful sea and sky! The staff were friendly and very kind. The hamburger for lunch was delicious. During the sea turtle watching, I was able to see about three turtles! I was lucky enough to swim right next to a sea turtle while snorkeling!

綺麗な海と空！またスタッフさんも気さくでとても親切でした。ランチのハンバーガーも美味しかったです。ウミガメウォッチングでは3匹ほど見ることができました！シュノーケリング中に運良くすぐ側でウミガメと泳ぐことができました！

Fun day At Captain Bob's . Amazing experience to see the mantas and turtles . Good bbq lunch

This is a must do thing to do when visiting Hawaii especially if you want to see Hawaii's state fish. Dan and Chieko were great .

Only sad thing is that we wanted to stay longer but unable to.

This trip was good. We got the feeling that We are in good, professional hands. The guide really knew what she was talking about (highly trained) what you don't see always. The boat was good to This trip. It was easy to see and go to the sea and safe, comfortable to sit while driving. The lunch was average and facilities quite poor but it worked okay. We did see dolphins but not so close. They We scared by other group and another boat. That was dissapointing. But We did see some whales also.

I was thrilled to see sea turtles up close! The cruise had cheerful music and lasted nearly an hour! I was very satisfied! However, there was no shade, so I would definitely recommend providing something like umbrellas for those who are concerned about sunburn.

ウミガメをめっちゃ近くで見れて興奮しました！クルーズも陽気な音楽がかかっていて１時間近くありました！とても満足です！ただ影がないので日焼けが気になる人の為に是非パラソルの様な日陰を作って欲しいです。

I signed up for this tour on my first trip to Hawaii. I wanted to see sea turtles so badly... My wish came true, and I was able to see the sea turtles and even swim with them. It was a truly precious experience.

初のハワイでこのツアーに申し込みしました。ウミガメに会いたくて会いたくて…
願いが叶いウミガメを見ることと、一緒に泳ぐことまでできました。
とても貴重な体験をさせて頂きました。

Snorkel in comfort and be treated like royalty. Huge boat, plenty of room for everyone. A place to upstairs to get sun or a place downstairs to shade yourself. Clean restrooms on board. Place to change out of those wet clothes. Everything available from snorkel gear, wet suits and cameras! Lots of delicious food. Just fabulous. This is a must do if you want a great snorkel adventure.

The crew of the Trilogy III made us feel welcome from the start and helped everyone have a blast snorkeling! We made two long stops in nearby bays, th second of which yielded spectacular swims with sea turtles. Couldn't be happier!

I was very excited to meet many dolphins and see them up close. The guide was young but very calm and kind, which helped me relax. I highly recommend it!

たくさんのイルカに会え、間近に見ることができ、とても興奮しました。
ガイドの方も若い方ですが、とても穏やかな優しい方で、
リラックスできました。お勧めです！

It's a special experience where you can feel the grandeur of the Big Island, including the appearance of the volcano, the flow of magma into the ocean, the townscape of Hilo, and the waterfalls in the valley. It's an experience that money can't buy. I highly recommend it! Although I wasn't a Japanese pilot, I could somewhat understand what was being said through the words.

火山の様子やマグマの海への流出、
ヒロの町並み、渓谷内の滝が流れる様子、
とにかくハワイ島の雄大さを感じることができるスペシャルな体験です。
お金じゃ買えない経験です。お勧めします！！
なお、日本語パイロットではなかったですが、
単語でなんとなく言っていることは分かりました。

I had very little experience swimming before, and it was my first time snorkeling, so I was quite anxious. However, I am grateful to our guide, Daisuke, for easing my nerves. Since we were looking for wild dolphins, there was no guarantee we would see them, but it seemed like he was using his experienced intuition to search for them. Normally, it takes about an hour to find them, but in our case, we encountered them just one minute after departure and were able to swim with them for a long time.

これまで泳ぎをあまりしたことがなく、シュノーケリングも初めてでとても不安でしたが、ガイドの大輔さんが緊張を柔らげてくださって感謝です。野性のイルカなので、必ず会える保証はないとのことですが、経験豊富な勘？でイルカを探していただいているようで、普段1時間ぐらいは船を走らせるところ、私達の時は、出航わずか1分で遭遇し、長い時間一緒に泳ぐことが出来ました。

One Ocean Diving is a class act, and how they go about teaching you about how to swim with sharks is as professional as it gets. Never once did I feel nervous about jumping into the open ocean with these animals. The cost might be slightly high for a tour without any transportation, lunch or anything else, but knowing that your money is going toward ongoing research about sharks is well worth it. All staff know what they are doing and their passion for what they do really shows. Thanks for an unforgettable experience!

I'm so glad I was able to participate! My family was also thrilled. The hamburgers were delicious, and we got to see sea turtles while snorkeling! It was the best!!

Since we were staying at a condominium in Kailua, we drove there with a rental car without a shuttle. Unlike tour participants, when we arrived, there was no one around, so I was worried about whether we were at the right meeting spot and which boat to take until the boat arrived... I wish there had been some kind of landmark.

However, it felt like we were the only family there for the local gathering, apart from the tour guests...

参加できてとても良かったです！家族も大喜びでした。
ハンバーガーも美味しくいただき、シュノーケリングもホヌも見れたし！最高！！

カイルアのコンドミニアムに滞在していましたので、送迎無しで現地にレンタカーで行きましたが、ツアー参加とは違い、現地について誰もいない状況だったために、集合場所がこの場所で合っているのか？どの船だ？と現地到着時から船が来るまでの感、心配でしたが・・・。何か目印があると良いなと思いました。

しかし、ツアー客以外で、現地集合家族は私たちだけだったような気がしますが・・・。

Had the best time! The entire family enjoyed! I so recommend this particular tour and admire the crew who made sure we had a great experience while respecting the environment.

I participated last September, and thanks to the experienced guide, I was able to encounter pods of dolphins multiple times, creating the best memories. I definitely want to join again when I go to the Big Island! I highly recommend it!

昨年の9月に参加しましたが、経験豊富なガイドさんのおかげで何度もイルカの群れに遭遇することができ、最高の思い出になりました。
またハワイ島に行った際はぜひ参加したいです！
おすすめです！！

I was able to encounter a large group of dolphins. I never expected to see them so close. It really felt like I was swimming with them. I also got to see baby dolphins, which was amazing!!

At the snorkeling spot afterward, I was lucky enough to meet a turtle, and thanks to the crew's service, I even got to interact with an octopus (laughs).

The number of people on board was just right, and the spaciousness made the boat very comfortable. The waves were calm, so I enjoyed the cruise without feeling seasick at all. The crew members were all professionals and made sure we had a great time. The light snacks were also appreciated. The pineapple was delicious♪

The guide sister was very considerate, and her kindness really touched me, especially after experiencing some cold treatment from the locals...

We took a lot of photos, and it was a thoroughly satisfying tour!

大群のイルカ先生に出逢うことができました。
あんなに近くに見られるなんて思ってませんでした。
本当に一緒に泳いだような感じ。
赤ちゃんイルカも見られて、最高でした！！

その後のシュノーケリングポイントでは、ばっちり亀先生ともお逢いでき、
クルーの方のサービスでタコさんとも触れ合えました（笑）

人数もちょうどよく、余裕がある状態の船内はとても快適で、
波も穏やかだったので、全く酔わずにクルーズを楽しめました。
クルーの方達もそれぞれにプロフェッショナルで、楽しませてくださいました。
軽食もうれしかったです。
パイナップルおいしかった～♪

引率のお姉さんも、いろいろ気を使ってくださって、
現地の方に塩対応をされてきた身に、すごく染みました…。

写真もたくさん撮っていただいて、大満足のツアーでした！

I have participated in snorkeling tours on all the islands in Hawaii, but this spot on the Big Island has the most coral and plenty of fish—it's truly a wonderful place! This is my third time, and I'm always very satisfied. The price is a bit high, but the boat is clean, the lunch is delicious, and it's very comfortable. There are various activities on the Big Island, but I definitely want to experience snorkeling in the ocean. I really recommend it! My 82-year-old father didn't go into the water, but he enjoyed just looking at the beautiful sea like he was on a cruise. I will definitely come back again.

ハワイでは全ての島でシュノーケリングツアーに参加してますが、
ハワイ島のここが1番珊瑚が多く魚もたくさんいて本当に素敵なスポットです♪
今回三回目ですがいつも大満足です。
ちょっと金額は高いですが、ボートもキレイだしランチも美味しいし
とても快適
ハワイ島は色んなアクティビティあるけどやっぱり海でシュノーケリングも体験しで欲しいです。ほんとにオススメ
82歳の父は海には入らないけどクルーズ気分でキレイな海を眺めているだけで楽しめました。
またリピートします

We participated as a family. This was my second time attending, and I had a great time. My parents, who are celebrating their 60th birthday, also enjoyed going into the sea after a long time. There were other families with small children as well, making it an enjoyable experience that transcended generations.

家族で参加しました。私は２回目の参加でしたがとても楽しめました。
一緒に行った還暦を迎える両親も久しぶりに海に入り楽しかったそうです。
他にも小さなお子さんを連れたご家族などもおり、世代を越えて楽しめるactiveでした。

I knew there would be a Japanese guide, but I was surprised at how fluent they were! The wristband that applies pressure to the motion sickness point (sold separately for $20) is safe for pregnant women and children since it doesn't use any medication, which was very reassuring! Unfortunately, the weather was rainy, but once we got into the water, it didn't matter, and we had a great time!

We were able to see sea turtles up close, and we also spotted beautiful colorful fish near the coral. The food we had on the water was very delicious!

Above all, the guide and staff were very cheerful, which allowed us to enjoy the Hawaiian atmosphere!

日本語ガイドがつくのは知ってましたが
ペラペラで驚きました！
酔い止めのツボを押してくれるリストバンド(別売$20)も
薬を使ってないので、妊婦さんも子供も使える物で
とても安心でした！
天気はあいにくの雨でしたが海の中に入れば
関係なかったのでしっかり楽しめました！

ウミガメもとても近くで見ることが出来て
サンゴの近くにいる綺麗な色の魚も見る事が出来て
海の上でのご飯もとても美味しかったです！

なによりガイドさんとスタッフさんが
とても陽気な方だったので
ハワイの雰囲気を味わって楽しめました！！！

The main purpose of our trip to Hawaii with my spouse and our elementary and middle school children was the sandbar! It was amazing! Everything was perfect, from the guide to the lunch to the scenery! It was our first experience with snorkeling, and we had a great time in the beautiful ocean!

夫婦と小学生と中学生の子供とのハワイ旅行一番の目的がサンドバーでした！最高！ガイドのお姉さんもランチも景色もすべて最高です！シュノーケルもはじめての体験でしたが、綺麗な海で楽しめました♪

From a perfectly on time bus pick up to a great day on the water, this tour is definitely worth the money. Weather was a bit ordinary but crew did a fantastic job of making sure we all had fun and were looked after. Great hospitality, fantastic crew, awesome day!

The manta ray approached with incredible power, opening its large mouth, and I was surprised at how much more impressive it was than I had imagined. Our guide, Musashi, reassured us by saying, "Manta rays like plankton and are not interested in humans, so they won't eat you. They come to feed while upside down." This made it easy for me to swim without worry. While trying to stay still and "float," two manta rays crossed right in front of me, and their fins almost touched my body, making me move my legs out of the way. I was so thrilled that I had a dream for the first time in years that night. Since it was getting cold, I was glad I brought a windbreaker and a towel. I thought it would have been nice to bring an underwater camera if I could have used one hand. Later, I received the graduation photos, which became a wonderful memory.

とにかくすごい迫力でマンタが近寄ってきて大きな口を開け、想像以上だったので初めは驚きました。ガイドのムサシさんが、「マンタはプランクトンが好きで人間には興味がないから食べられることはない。ひっくり返って餌を食べに来ますよ。」と教えてくれたので安心して泳ぐことができました。なるべく体を動かさずに「ふし浮き」をしていたら2匹が一緒に私の前で交差してひれが体に触れそうになり足をよけたほどでした。とにかく大感激で夜に何年かぶりに、夢を見ました。寒くなるとのことで、ウインドブレイカーとタオルを持参していたので良かったです。片手が使えるなら、水中カメラを持参しておけばよかったかなあと思いました。後で、卒業写真を送っていただき思い出になりました。

During my first snorkeling experience, I almost had a mini panic at first. However, with the help of the staff, I was able to safely meet the dolphins. It was truly wonderful. There was also a baby dolphin, and it was so cute. I also got to see a honu (sea turtle). My daughter is saying that she definitely wants to participate again the next time we go to Hawaii.

初シュノーケルで海に入って最初はプチパニックになりそうでしたが。スタッフの方に手助けしていただき、無事にイルカに会うことができました。本当に素敵でした。赤ちゃんイルカもいて本当にかわいかった。ホヌにも会えました。娘は次回ハワイに行った時はまた絶対に参加したいと言っています。

I referred to the experiences of others and participated in the Captain Bruce's Heaven on Earth Sandbar activity for the first time. I researched the times when the sandbar would be at low tide on the web six months in advance and made my reservation accordingly. Thanks to that, when we arrived at the sandbar at 10 AM, the tide was about 15 centimeters. The rest depends on the weather; while it might be a bit of an exaggeration to say it can be heaven or hell, you can get a rough idea of the weather from the long-term forecast a week prior. However, if you wait until the last minute, there’s a possibility it could be fully booked. The staff were very kind and it was a great experience. I would like to go again, this time with my grandchildren.

体験談を参考にさせて頂き、今回はじめてキャプテン・ブルース　天国の海　サンドバーのアクティビティに参加しました。半年前から滞在期間中で最もサンドバーが干潮になる時間帯をWebで調べて申し込みしました。そのおかげでサンドバーに到着した１０時には潮位は１５センチ位でした。あとは天気しだいで天国と地獄ちょっと言い過ぎと思いますが、天気は1週間前の長期予報でおおよそ分かります。ただし直前だと満席の可能性があります。
スタッフのみなさんはとても親切で大変良かったです。
今度は孫を連れて、また行きたいと思いました。

My husband and I went snorkeling and it was amazing! We saw Captain Cook monument and snorkled the most beautiful part of Hawaii. The boat tour was so much fun, we saw so many dolphins. Our boat driver and helper were super friendly. This is a must! Don't second guess just book it...your adventure begins here!