All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

Very cool experience. There were 12 Mantas swimming around us. The crew were safety conscious and handled a guy that freaked out in the water very professionally. No shame and wanted everyone to have a good time. Hot Chocolate provided with fresh fruit.

Awesome to learn how to snuba!!! Not many fish and definitely whack snorkeling--not much to see. :(

If you think you will see lots of cool amazing fish and it's an underground snorkel haven, not! It's just not.

We traveled by boat and were able to reach our destination while enjoying a fun guided experience. I remember that when I went, the water was shallow, about up to my knees, but we were able to see a beautiful sandbar. We also saw sea turtles and enjoyed snorkeling for about an hour. The hamburgers for lunch were delicious (≧∇≦). Despite a mishap where the strong wind blew away the lettuce, the crew and other guests had a great time enjoying the tour together! It was a place I would love to visit again!

船で移動しますが、楽しくガイドをしていただきながら目的地までいくことができました。私が行った時は浅いところでひざ下くらいまで海水があったと記憶していますが、キレイなサンドバーをみることができました。
ウミガメも見られましたし、シュノーケリングも約1時間楽しみました。
お昼のハンバーガーはおいしかったです（≧∇≦）風が強くレタスが吹き飛ばされるというハプニングもありながら、クルーのみなさん、お客さんと和気あいあいとツアーを楽しむことができました！
またいきたいと思える場所でした！

good food (though I dont advise eating a lot since I had quite some acid reflux snorkeling on a full stomach), good directions on how to use snorkel gears. saw dolphins, they are right below our deck. saw a bunch of turtles and a white tip shark and octopus (the latter two I have to acknowledge the other cruising company's guide, he does these deep dives to compel the shark to come out from hiding and he somehow found this octopus for everybody to see!)

Overall and enjoyable day. Catamaran was nice and comfortable. Guides, chiefs and barman very good service. Snorkeling was fairly good, lots of sea turtles to be seen - guides very helpful in locating and ensuring everyone had a chance to view them. Unfortunately on the day we went we were unable to go to molokini due to rough waters - I was very disappointed about this as a big reason I booked this was to see the under water crator. The tour guides however did their best to accommodate for another spot. Breakfast, lunch dessert and alcohol were all served - food was good. I was pleasantly surprised about the amount of catering/alcoholic drinks that were provided given the length of the tour

I participated in a daytime snorkeling tour. While enjoying views of the hotels in Waikiki and Diamond Head from the sea, I snorkeled with sea turtles for about an hour, creating unforgettable memories. On the boat, snacks and drinks (for an additional fee) were provided, and you can also enjoy a cruising time after snorkeling. I think it was a very meaningful experience for a tour I decided on suddenly. The price is a bit on the higher side, though...

昼間のスノーケリング付きのツアーに参加しました。ワイキキのホテルやダイヤモンドヘッドを海から眺めながらウミガメと一緒に1時間程スノーケリング、忘れられない思い出になりました。船上ではスナックやお酒（別料金）が用意してありスノーケルの後のクルージングタイムも楽しめます。突然決めたツアーにしてはとても有意義な時間が過ごせたと思います。値段は少しお高めですが…

The sandbar was absolutely wonderful.
During snorkeling, a turtle swam by and almost bumped into me; it was an amazing experience.
The hamburger for lunch was so delicious that my son, who usually has a small appetite, said he wanted another one!

サンドバー、最高に素敵でした。
シュノーケルでは、亀が泳いできてぶつかりそうになったり、驚きの体験でした。
ランチのハンバーガー、とっても美味しくて、少食なはずの息子がもうひとつ食べたい！と言ってました。

The bus pickup was significantly delayed, which made me worry. Other participants in the same tour were concerned and went to make phone calls, but we missed each other, which was a bit of a downside.

Since it was windy, my family, who tends to get seasick, was a little worried, but it turned out to be no problem at all. Despite the strong winds, the water was surprisingly clear. That's what the lady said. The sea was truly beautiful. At the bar, even though the surrounding water was a deep blue, the spot we were in was only knee-deep, making it a unique experience. The lady took many perfect shots of us.

We only saw the sea turtles briefly, but it was nice to have spotted them. Then came snorkeling time. We went around the coral, but it was a place where even adults couldn't touch the bottom at all. We were given life jackets and floating bars, and off we went! My 7-year-old daughter was super excited, swimming around and shouting, "There are red fish! There are striped ones!"

I was trying to keep up while almost cramping my legs, holding onto the bar. For lunch, we had hamburgers made with freshly grilled patties topped with cheese and plenty of vegetables. It was delicious. The wind was strong, and the lettuce was flying everywhere, but that was part of the fun.

The lady kindly brought a cup of salsa sauce and chips for my daughter, who loved them. Everything was well taken care of, and we had a great time without any seasickness. For the return trip, I think it would be good to prepare to change quickly in the restroom so we wouldn't feel cold on the way back.

We had a wonderful experience. Of course, my daughter's illustrated diary was all about snorkeling.

バスのお迎えが予定よりかなり遅れて、心配しました。
同じツアーの方は心配して電話をしに行って下さってましたが、入れ違いになったりそこがちょっとマイナスポイントでした。

風が強かったので船酔いしやすい我が家は少し心配しましたが、全く問題ありませんでした。
風が強い割に透明度出てますね。とお姉さんの言葉。本当に綺麗な海でした。バーでは周り濃い青の海なのに自分たちのいる場所だけが膝下で貴重な体験でした。お姉さんにバッチリのショットを沢山撮っていただきました。
ウミガメさんは少ししか顔を出してくれなかったけどまあ見られたのでよかったです。
そしてシュノーケリングタイム。サンゴの周りに行きますが、大人でも全く足のつかない場所でした。ライフジャケットと浮かぶバーを貸してもらってGO！7歳の娘は大興奮。泳ぎまくって、赤のお魚がいた！シマシマがいた！と大騒ぎでした。
親の私が脚がつりそうになりながらバーを持ってついていってました。
ランチのハンバーガーは焼きたてのハンバーグにチーズをのせて、好きな野菜をたっぷり入れていただきました。美味しかったです。風が強くてレタスが飛び散ってましたが、それも楽しかったです。
サルサソースとチップスを気に入ったムスメの為にお姉さんがカップに入れてお代わりを持ってきてくださいました。
至れりつくせりで、船酔いもなく、楽しく過ごせました。帰りはトイレの中でサッと着替えられる様に用意をして行けば寒くなく帰れると思います。
とても良い経験をしました。ムスメの絵日記はもちろんシュノーケリングでした。

Our driver was really funny and really helpful. The snorkel gear was great and the Tips of the driver helped us to feel save all the time

Is this an experience unique to Japan? Or perhaps to the world? It can only be described as wonderful. I've been visiting Hawaii for years, but since I always go in winter, it was too cold for me to feel like getting in the water. However, this time it was a family trip with eight people, including my three grandchildren, so we included it at the children's request. I didn't get in the water, but the other seven came out with beaming smiles, and it was definitely worth bringing them. I bought an underwater camera just for this occasion, but I was so caught up in the fun that I didn't take a single picture. What a shame!

日本ではというか？世界でもここだけ？の経験でしょうか？もう素晴らしいの一言に尽きます。何年もハワイには通っていますが、いつも冬ばかりなので、老人には寒すぎて水に入る気がしませんでしたが、今回は孫三人を含む8人の家族旅行でしたので、子供たちの要望で組み入れました。僕は、水には入らなかったのですが、あとの7人は水から上がってきた顔が満面の笑みで、連れてきたかいがあったというものです。せっかくの水中カメラをこのために買っていったのに、遊ぶのに夢中で、一枚も撮らずじまいでした。残念！

I participated for the first time with my mother, husband, and eldest daughter. Hawaii Island is not just about Kilauea! It was a series of moving experiences. Thank you very much.

母と夫 長女と四人で初めて参加しました。
ハワイ島はキラウエアだけではないのですね！
感動の連続でした。ありがとうございました。

The tour was great. We saw dolphins an turtles. Thanks to the whole team for this awesome experience

I was expecting the beauty of the ocean, but while it is cleaner than Waikiki, it wasn't impressive. Upon reflection, there are more fish in rocky areas than in sandbars, so I wouldn't recommend it for those wanting to see fish. It's about a 20-minute bike ride to the city. I went to Target to buy souvenirs, but the chocolate obviously melts. The bike rental is $10. The staff are Japanese, so it's reassuring! The cost performance isn't great; it might be better to go by taxi or rent a car.

海のきれいさを期待していましたが、ワイキキよりはきれいなものの、感動するほどではありません。よく考えてみたら、サンドバーよりは岩場の方が魚がいるわけで、魚を見たい人にはお勧めしません。街へは自転車で20分くらい。お土産を買おうとターゲットに行きましたが、チョコは当然のごとく溶けます。自転車は10ドル。スタッフは日本人なので安心です！コスパは悪め、タクシーかレンタカーで行く方がよいかな。

I was able to see the dolphin swimming very close by, and I'm grateful to all the staff. My 9-year-old child seemed scared during their first snorkeling experience in the open sea and cried out of frustration, but they were moved to see the dolphin from the boat. We want to go again. Thank you!

イルカ先生がすぐ近くを泳いでいるのがみられて、スタッフの皆さんに感謝です。9歳のうちの子は、初めての沖でのシュノーケリングが怖かったみたいで、自分の不甲斐なさに泣いていたけど船の上からイルカ先生をみて感激してました。また行きたいと思いました。ありがとうございました！

I had been interested in this for a while, and when I went to Hawaii last time, I couldn't make a reservation, so I decided to try again this time! I was really looking forward to it. However, nature had other plans. During high tide, the sandbar was only up to my knees, and it rained.

The snorkeling was challenging due to the strong currents, but it was a satisfying tour overall. We even saw sea turtles up close, which was thrilling. Given the weather conditions, I will check the tides for my next attempt. The staff was excellent!

以前より気になっておりまして、前回ハワイに行った際は予約が取れずに今回は再チャレンジ！
大変楽しみに行きました。自然には勝てず。満潮でサンドバーはひざ上位まで。そして雨
但しシュノーケリングは潮が強かったですが、満足のいくツアーでした。ウミガメも出現して、身近で見れて感激。この様な天気でしたので、次回は潮を調べて再チャレンジ。
スタッフは最高でした

On the day I participated, there were many mantas, and I was able to see them up close multiple times. I heard from the instructor that mantas are gentle creatures that are not poisonous and do not sting, but they are quite large and impressive. They swim slowly, allowing for a thorough observation of their mouths.

On the boat out to sea, we were able to see a beautiful sunset on the way there and a starry sky on the way back. Since mantas are wild, there's no guarantee they will appear on any given day, but just the boat ride itself is satisfying. Additionally, the instructor is Japanese, so the explanations are easy to understand and reassuring.

参加した日は、マンタがたくさん出てきてくれて、何度も間近で見ることができました。
インストラクターの方から、マンタは、毒もないし刺したりもしない優しい生物と聞いていましたが、体が大きく迫力満点です。ゆーっくり泳ぐので、口の中までじっくり観察できますよ。
沖に出るボートでは、行きは美しい夕日が見れて、帰りは満天の星空が見れます。マンタは野生なのでその日に出てきてくれるかは確約できないそうですが、行き帰りのボートだけでも満足できます。また、インストラクターが日本人なので、解説もわかりやすく安心です。

Everyone on the boat was sea sick and was vomiting the whole time. The sub scooter was fun, but there are lots of pressure. If you get claustrophobic or sea sick easily I don't recommend this active. We got to see a lot of fishes. The crew member on the other hand are no really nice.

When you come to Oahu, you can't miss the sandbar! There are many sandbar tours, but I recommend the full-day sightseeing tour with sea turtle watching and BBQ! Since you're there, I hope you fully immerse yourself in the tour for the whole day. Unless you time it perfectly with a big tide, it won't be a sandbar, but you'll still have plenty of fun. It's highly recommended! It can get a bit chilly after coming out of the water, so be sure to bring a jacket.

オアフに来たら、サンドバーは外せません！サンドバーツアーは数あれど、ウミガメウオッチングBBQ付き一日観光がおススメです！せっかくですから、一日どっぷりとツアーに漬かってほしいです。よっぽどの大潮タイミングを狙わない限り砂洲ではないですが、十分楽しめます。イチオシです！
海からあがると少し寒いから、上着を一枚持っていってね。

It's unbelievable that the shuttle from Waikiki, the rental of snorkeling gear, and just a pizza for lunch cost $82! I thought I would be able to snorkel, but they only handed me a mask and told me to go to the beach on my own, which is way too unkind! Plus, I couldn't see any fish at all!!!!

ワイキキからの送迎とシュノーケリング用具の貸し出しと昼食のピザだけで82ドルはあり得ない!
シュノーケリング出来ると思っていたのに、マスクだけ渡されて、勝手にビーチに行けでは不親切すぎる！しかも、魚なんて全く見られない！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！！

We saw several amazing turtles and schools of fish. The crew was great - one member stayed by my son in the water until he was comfortable, and then dove down to get cool stuff off the sea floor to show him. The sailing portion was a blast. They let my son drive the boat which will be an awesome memory for him. I would definately do this again.

We participated as a family of four. Personally, I think the ocean at Waikiki Beach is not that great, so we joined this tour in search of a beautiful sea. Kailua Beach was also beautiful, but we walked with our daughter to the slightly farther Lanikai Beach. (You can easily make the round trip on foot, not just by bike.) Lanikai Beach felt a bit more beautiful than Kailua Beach, and the location was stunning and impressive. For lunch, we chose pizza. It was very delicious, and even the family members who had a poor appetite enjoyed it.

家族4人で参加しました。ワイキキのビーチの海が個人的にイマイチだと
思っているので、奇麗な海を求めて、このツアーに参加しました。
カイルアビーチも奇麗でしたが、少し離れたラニカイビーチにも娘と歩いて
行きました。（自転車でなくても徒歩で余裕で往復出来ます）
ラニカイビーチは、カイルアビーチより若干奇麗なのかなという感じですが
とてもロケーションも良く感動的でした。
昼食は、ピザを選択しました。とても美味しく、食欲不振だった家族も美味
しく食べていました。

First, we headed to the sandbar. Unfortunately, the weather was not great on the day we visited, and it was high tide, which made it feel a bit lacking. I think the view would be amazing on a clear day when a little bit of the beach is exposed above the water.

We played beach volleyball here (the ball was surprisingly heavy) and practiced snorkeling before enjoying hamburgers for lunch.

After that, we moved to a sea turtle spot for snorkeling. We were dropped off in a massive coral area that spanned several dozen meters wide. The entire area was filled with live coral, and there were plenty of fish to see. We even encountered sea turtles! However, I think you need to be careful when chasing the turtles because it suddenly gets deep as you go further out.

While encountering the sea turtles was a highlight, the sandbar, which is another main attraction, was a bit disappointing that day, so I would rate it a 4.

まずはサンドバーへ行きます。
私たちが訪れた日は、生憎の天気で、なおかつ満ち潮だったため、イマイチな感じでした。
カラっと晴れた日に、海上に砂浜が少し出てるぐらいだと、最高の景色になると思います。
ここでビーチバレーしたり（球がやたら重い）、シュノーケリングの練習をしたりして、昼食にハンバーガーを頂きます。

その後は、ウミガメスポットに移動してシュノーケリング。
横幅が数10mはある、巨大なサンゴの密集地帯で降ろされました。
一面生きたサンゴで、魚も見応えがあります。
ウミガメにも出会えましたよ！ただ、カメを追いかけて沖の方に行くと、いきなり深くなるので注意が必要だと思います。

ウミガメに出会えたのはポイントが高いですが、もう一つのウリであるサンドバーがこの日はもう一つだったので、評価4で。

I can hardly speak English, but I decided to join the tour anyway! It was an afternoon tour.

Keauhou Bay felt like a hidden gem and had a bit of a mystical vibe. The water was very clear, and there were plenty of fish, but I felt that the quantity and variety were not much different from Kahalu'u Beach Park. For those who are used to snorkeling, it might feel a bit lacking.

The staff were friendly and kind. Even though I didn't understand the language, I was able to enjoy myself and it became a wonderful memory.

Below, I will outline the flow of the day. For those who also struggle with English, I hope this helps!

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First, upon arriving on the Big Island, I had to make a reconfirmation call, which was the biggest hurdle. You can find detailed information about reconfirmation on the VELTRA website.

Since I didn’t have a rental car that day, I walked from the Sheraton Hotel to the meeting point. It took about 5 minutes on foot.

When I handed over the voucher at the reception, there was a quick explanation in English. Looking back, I think they mentioned that the snorkeling masks would be provided before boarding, and the fins would be handed out on the boat.

There was only one other group of Japanese people besides us, which was reassuring.

We had to wait quite a while until the morning tour's boat returned and the preparations were finished. It was hot outside.

After that, the rental of snorkeling masks began. At some point, they gathered people for the SNUBA activity and had them sign a consent form, but I wasn't sure if those were people who had pre-registered or if they were recruiting on the spot. Once the English explanation before boarding was done, we got on the boat.

The view from the second floor of the boat was great, but it seemed tough in the sunny spots. The ride took over 30 minutes.

Along the way, we encountered 4 to 5 dolphins! The people in the front seats seemed to see them well, but since we were in the middle of the second floor, we only caught a glimpse of their fins.

Near the counter on the first floor, there were snacks like water, tropical juice, and a mix of rice crackers and pretzels available for us to take freely. There were also restrooms.

The staff came around to distribute the fins. We had our own, so we didn’t borrow any, but the staff kindly asked us, “Do you have fins?” to check on us.

When we arrived at the snorkeling spot, we could also borrow floaties and other flotation devices, so those who are unsure about swimming can feel safe. The depth was completely beyond our feet.

In addition to snorkeling, we could enjoy diving from the boat and using a slide. I think we had about an hour of free time.

During the return trip, there was a fruit service as a signal to head back to the boat.

I didn’t see anyone giving tips, so I wasn’t sure when to give one. Those who were experienced might have discreetly tipped without others noticing.

That’s all.

I think you can have a great time even if you don’t understand English, as long as you can keep yourself safe! For those who are going soon, enjoy your trip!

英語はほぼしゃべれないのですが思い切って参加しました！午後のツアーです。

ケアウホウ湾は秘境の地という感じがしてちょっと神秘的でした☆
水の透明度が高く魚もたくさんいましたが、カハルウビーチパークと量も種類もそんなに変わりなかったように感じます。慣れてる人だと物足りないかも？

スタッフの方は気さくで親切でした。言葉がわからないなりに楽しめてとても良い思い出になりました。

下記、当日の流れを書きます。同じように英語が苦手な方、よかったら参考にしてください♪

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まずハワイ島に到着したらリコンファームという到着確認の電話をしなければならず、これが一番ハードル高かったです。
リコンファームについてはVELTRAさんのサイトに詳しく書いてあります。

当日はレンタカーではなかったのでシェラトンホテルから集合場所まで歩きました。
徒歩5分です。

受付でバウチャーを渡すと英語でさらさらっと説明がありました。
後から考えるとシュノーケルマスクは乗船前、フィンは船で渡しますと言っていたと思います。

日本人は私達以外に1組だけいらっしゃったので心強かったです。

午前のツアーの船が戻って来て船内の準備が終わるまでけっこう待ちました。外なので暑いです。

その後シュノーケルマスクの貸出が始まりました。
途中でスヌーバをやる人を集めて同意書を書かせたりしていたようですが、あらかじめ申し込んでいた人なのかその場で募ったのかなわかりませんでした。
英語による乗船前の説明が済んだら乗り込みです。

船は二階だと見晴らしがいいですが日が当たる場所はキツそうでした。乗船時間は30分以上はあります。

途中でイルカ4～5頭に会いました！前の席の方たちはしっかり見れていたようですが、二階の真ん中の席だった私達は背びれが見れたくらいです。

１階のカウンター付近に水とトロピカルジュース、おかきやプレッツェルが混ざったスナックが置いてあり自由に取りに行く感じでした。トイレもあります。

フィンはスタッフの方が配りに来てくれます。
私達は自分のがあったので借りませんでしたが、スタッフさんが代わる代わる｢フィンはある？｣と気遣ってくれました。


スポットに着いたら浮き輪や体に巻く浮き具も借りられますので泳ぎが不安な方も安心です。足は全くつかない深さです。

シュノーケル以外にも、船からのダイブや滑り台で楽しむことができます。
自由時間は1時間くらいだったと思います。

終了の合図で船に戻り帰路についている間、フルーツのサービスがありました。


チップは渡している人を見かけなかったためタイミングがわからず渡していません。
慣れている方々は他の人にわからないようにスマートに渡していたのかもしれません。


以上です。

英語がわからなくても自分で安全を守れれば十分楽しめると思います！
これから行かれる方、楽しんできてくださいね♪

It would have been "a once in a lifetime" opportunity in the Pacific ocean in Hawaii. Unfortunately the three of us anxiously awaiting our turn on the underwater scooters became seasick. Had we known the swells of the ocean, from tropical storm Darby, may have affected us negatively, maybe we could have prepared better. Perhaps somewhere in the confirmation the vendor could have mentioned motion sickness and recommended we take or put on something "just in case" we might be affected. My son made it into the scooter gear but came up because bubbles kept getting in his nose, eyes. Others on the boat did have a great time! We won't go again. We will snorkel next time. It just didn't work out for us.

If the weather had been nice, I would have been more impressed... Unfortunately, it was a bit lacking due to the rainy weather.

お天気が良ければ、もっと感動出来たのでしょうが・・・・
残念ながら、雨交じりの天候だったためいまひとつでした。

During the ceremony of setting sail on the boat, a pod of 20 to 30 dolphins came to join us, and we were able to swim with them. It's said that it's rare to encounter them this quickly. Lucky!!

It was an emotional first experience for me. I also got to see sea turtles swimming a few times. Since we met the dolphins early on, we had plenty of time left for marine sports, which made me very satisfied. The marine sports equipment is limited, so we took turns. The crew members were all cheerful and kind, making it the best experience. I definitely plan to participate again next time.

船に乗って出航の儀式？をしている最中に2~30頭のイルカの群れが来てくれて、一緒に泳げました。こんなに早くあえるのは滅多にないことらしいです。ラッキー！！
初めての体験で感動しました。ウミガメ教授も何度か泳いでいるのを見れました。早々にイルカ先生と会えたので、マリンスポーツの時間もたっぷり残り、大満足でした。マリンスポーツは機材の数がたくさんはないので、交代制です。クルーのメンバーも明るく親切な人ばかりなので、最高の体験でした。また次も絶対に参加すると思います。

Waking up early was tough, but it was an incredibly valuable experience. We successfully had a rendezvous with dolphins and showcased a jump right in front of my wife and daughter! Additionally, we encountered a sea turtle up close! It was a tour that made the whole family very happy.

朝早いのが大変だけど、非常に貴重な体験ができました。
無事にイルカともランデブーし、妻と娘の目の前でジャンプを披露！
さらに、ウミガメにも間近で遭遇！
家族全員大喜びのツアーでした。

The sandy beach was not visible. It was about knee-deep, I guess. If it gets any deeper, it might be tough for families with small children. The emerald green sandbar was beautiful. The clarity of the water for snorkeling and the lunch were quite disappointing, but the atmosphere was really enjoyable.

砂浜は出ていませんでした。膝下くらいでしょうか。
これ以上深くなると、小さな子供連れはキビシイかもしれません。
エメラルドグリーンのサンドバーは美しかった。
シュノーケリングの海の透明度、お昼ご飯はかなりイマイチでしたが、雰囲気は凄く楽しめます。

Fun short morning tour. Make sure to go first thing in the morning as other boats gather in the area, driving the honu away.

Check out the GoPro video footage here:
https://youtu.be/uyE0naXarSE

This would have been a great snorkel adventure if there weren't so many people on board. It was impossible to view turtles. We were told to stick together and when the crew member who was in the water with us alerted us about a sighting everyone would swim over towards the turtles and you would either get kicked or shoved aside. Finally my granddaughter and I gave up and swam back toward the catamaran and we saw plenty of fish. The lunch was a lot better than the catamaran snorkel sail I took her on last year while she was here visiting. But they had a lot fewer people and we were able to snorkel and see turtles without being run over.