All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

It's been a while since I participated, but the memories of that experience are still vivid. I feel happy whenever I see the scenery on TV.

The scenery, the beautiful sea turtles, and the stunning ocean are all highly recommended, but the top recommendation is the barbecue meat. The seasoning was truly delicious, and I ended up going back for seconds.

When asked what was delicious in Hawaii, I answered with this meat, but since you can only taste it by participating, I encouraged others to join in.

参加からだいぶたってしまいまいたが、いまだに参加した思い出が
色あせません。
テレビなどで景色が映るとうれしくおもいます。

景色も海亀きれいな海もすべてがお薦めですが
一番のお薦めはバーベキューのお肉です。
味付けは本当に美味しくて、おかわりしちゃいました。

ハワイで何が美味しかった？と聞かれて
こちらのお肉と答えたのですが、参加しないと食べられない
からぜひ参加してみてと宣伝しちゃいました。

This was the absolute highlight of our trip! Thanks to the entire crew for making it such a fantastic experience for us newbies. We had kids and adults who had different comfort levels in the water and we were all able to enjoy this wonderful trip!

You can swim, snorkel or just enjoy the scenery from the boat while small groups take their turn touring the waters below with the scooters. The crew was very helpful and courteous. Everyone had a great time!

The weather was clear and it felt great to swim! As expected, I didn't see the conditions like in that promotional video, but I was still very satisfied to see the beautiful ocean and even spotted a sea turtle! The lunch was delicious too!

快晴でとても気持ちよく泳げました！予想通りあのPVのような状態は見られませんでしたが、それでもあのきれいな海が見られて、ウミガメも見れたので大満足です！
昼食もおいしかったです！

Our family of five participated, with children aged 10, 8, and 6. It was the children's first time snorkeling, and for the 6-year-old, it was even their first time swimming in the ocean. However, Dan and Chieko provided excellent support, allowing us to enjoy ourselves with peace of mind. We were lucky to encounter a sea turtle as well. Although it was after a typhoon, it seemed to be murkier than usual. Still, we were satisfied to see many fish. If we have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, we would love to join your tour! Thank you very much.

家族５人、子供は１０才、８才、６才が参加でした。
子供たちはシュノーケリングが初めて、６才は海で泳ぐことすら初めてでした。
ですが、ダンさんとチエコさんがしっかりサポートしてくれて、安心して楽しむことができました。ウミガメにも遭うことができラッキーでした。
今回は台風のあとでしたが、実はいつもより濁っていたのでしょうか？それでもたくさんの魚が見れて満足です。またハワイに行く機会がありましたら、お２人のツアーに参加したいです！本当にありがとうございました。

The crew were great. The swimming was pleasant enough and we did get to see turtles up close which was definitely the point but the water was quite cloudy and visibility was a bit too low for you to really see much. Not the tour companies fault at all... you get what you pay for.

The weather was nice when we participated, but we were in the water up to our waists. It was great that the staff were considerate since my 2-year-old son was with us. The schedule was compact, which I think is good for families with children.

私達が参加した時は天気は良かったのですが、腰くらいまで海に浸かった状態でした。2歳の息子も一緒だったので、何かとスタッフの方が気を使ってくれて良かったです。時間がコンパクトで、子連れにはいいと思います。

The weather was nice, and the sandbar was very beautiful. The water depth was about waist-deep, but I enjoyed taking photos. The lunch was also delicious. Although it had rained the day before, so the visibility wasn't great, I still enjoyed snorkeling to some extent.

天気も良く、サンドバーもとても綺麗でした。水深は腰下ぐらいまでありましたが、写真撮影を楽しみました。ランチも美味しかったです。前日に雨が降ったので透明度はそんなに良くはなかったのですが、シュノーケリングもそれなりに楽しめました。

Wow wow and WOW got to see so much I was amazed. Our 11 year old daughter was the one who wanted to do it and reluctantly we agreed and man was I surprised. One it's a lot more "family interactive" without having to hold hands. It's more comfortable because you don't have a be and tank weighing you down, and you get to get just as deep as you need to to see huge turtles and awesome fish action

My wife and I wanted to do something other than snorkelling and this adventure gave us more than what we asked more, plus a lifetime of memories in the form of great photos and a video. Thank you BOB's aventure.

The staff was so friendly and knowledgable! They made everyone feel safe, and provided pictures they took of everyone! An unforgettable experience, and I can't wait to go again!!

I searched online for a tour to swim with wild dolphins and signed up for "Dolphin University," which had the best reviews. It was a great decision. The staff were enthusiastic both on the bus and on the boat, making it a very enjoyable tour. We were blessed with good weather and received satisfying lessons from Dolphin Sensei and Professor Turtle, successfully graduating from the experience.

The schedule involved being picked up by a bus from the hotel at 6 AM, traveling along the west coast of Oahu for about an hour to reach the port. During the ride, the female staff shared detailed explanations about dolphins and turtles, tips for swimming well with dolphins, and snorkeling precautions, which made the journey exciting and tense as we quickly arrived at the port.

We immediately boarded the boat, sang "Ehomai" to pray for safe sailing, and set off. Fifteen minutes later, we encountered the first pod of dolphins, which included a mother and her baby (about five dolphins spotted). The second pod had over 20 dolphins! They swam gracefully beneath us as we floated with our snorkels. They were incredibly fast! On that day, there were three pods in the bay. The dolphins even showcased some spindle jumps. I felt super lucky and wished I could swim with them a little longer.

Next, we enjoyed snorkeling at the fish and turtle point. There were only a few coral reefs in this area (which is generally sparse around Oahu). We also tried paddle surfing for the first time and managed to stand up quickly, which was fun. However, it was a bit disappointing that the hula dance we were looking forward to couldn't happen due to sound equipment issues. I would have loved to do it even without music.

The photographer took many pictures, and I think it would be even better if there was a system to select and purchase only the photos we wanted for creating memories. We had to wait about 30 minutes for the return bus, which was a bit frustrating in the heat. Overall, it was a very fulfilling and enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it.

野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーをネットで探し、口コミポイントの一番良かった「イルカ大学」に申し込みました。大正解でした。とにかく、スタッフの方々が、道中のバスでも船上でも、盛り上げてくれて、とても楽しいツアーです。天気にも恵まれ、イルカ先生とカメ教授にご指導頂き、満足のいく授業を受けることができ、無事卒業できました。スケジュールは、早朝（６時）にホテルからお迎えのバスに乗り込み、オワフ島西海岸を通り約１時間で港に到着。車中では女性スタッフが、イルカやカメの話し、イルカと一緒に上手に泳ぐためのポイント、シュノーケルの注意事項等々・・・詳細な説明があり、ワクワクと緊張であっという間に港に到着。すぐに、船に乗り込み、航海の安全を祈る「エホマイ」を歌い、出港。15分後には、第１のイルカの群れに遭遇。なんと親子連れの群れ（約５頭目撃）。第２の群れは、20頭以上はいたかなあ？シュノーケルで浮いている私たちの下をすいすい泳いでいきました。さすがに速い！！当日は湾に３つの群れがいたそうです。イルカ達は、スピンドルジャンプも披露してくれました。超ラッキーでした。もう少し、イルカと一緒に泳ぎた～いと思いました。次に、魚とウミガメポイントでシュノーケリングを楽しみました。ここの海には珊瑚礁は少ししかありません（オワフ島全般に少ないですが・・・）。私達は、パドルサーフィンを楽しみました。初めての挑戦でしたがすぐに立つことができ楽しめました。ちょっと残念だったのが、楽しみにしていたフラダンスが音響設備の不具合でできなかったことです。音楽なくてもやりたかったです。カメラマンの方が沢山写真を撮ってくれました。欲しい写真のみ選んで購入できるシステムがあればよりよい思い出作りができると思います。帰りのバスがなかなか到着せず、暑い中30分位待たされました。総合的には、とても充実した楽しいツアーでした。おすすめです。

I searched online for a tour to swim with wild dolphins and signed up for the highly-rated "Dolphin University." It was a great decision. The staff were enthusiastic both on the bus and on the boat, making it a very enjoyable tour. We were blessed with good weather and received excellent guidance from Dolphin Sensei and Professor Turtle, allowing us to have a satisfying lesson and graduate successfully.

The schedule involved being picked up by a bus from the hotel early in the morning (at 6 AM), traveling along the west coast of Oahu, and arriving at the port in about an hour. During the ride, a female staff member provided detailed explanations about dolphins and turtles, tips for swimming well with dolphins, snorkeling precautions, and more, making the journey exciting and tense as we quickly arrived at the port.

We immediately boarded the boat, sang "Eho Mai" to pray for safe sailing, and set off. Fifteen minutes later, we encountered our first pod of dolphins, which included a mother and her calf (about five dolphins spotted). The second pod had over 20 dolphins! They swam effortlessly beneath us as we floated with our snorkels. They were incredibly fast! On that day, there were three pods in the bay. The dolphins even showcased some spindle jumps. I felt super lucky and wanted to swim with them a little longer.

Next, we enjoyed snorkeling at the fish and turtle point. There were only a few coral reefs in this area (which is generally sparse around Oahu). We also tried paddle surfing for the first time and managed to stand up quickly, which was fun. However, I was a bit disappointed that the hula dance we were looking forward to couldn't happen due to sound equipment issues. I would have loved to do it even without music.

The photographer took many pictures of us, and I think having a system where we could choose and purchase only the photos we wanted would create even better memories. We had to wait about 30 minutes in the heat for the return bus, which took a while to arrive. Overall, it was a very fulfilling and enjoyable tour. I highly recommend it.

野生のイルカと泳ぐツアーをネットで探し、口コミポイントの一番良かった「イルカ大学」に申し込みました。大正解でした。とにかく、スタッフの方々が、道中のバスでも船上でも、盛り上げてくれて、とても楽しいツアーです。天気にも恵まれ、イルカ先生とカメ教授にご指導頂き、満足のいく授業を受けることができ、無事卒業できました。スケジュールは、早朝（６時）にホテルからお迎えのバスに乗り込み、オワフ島西海岸を通り約１時間で港に到着。車中では女性スタッフが、イルカやカメの話し、イルカと一緒に上手に泳ぐためのポイント、シュノーケルの注意事項等々・・・詳細な説明があり、ワクワクと緊張であっという間に港に到着。すぐに、船に乗り込み、航海の安全を祈る「エホマイ」を歌い、出港。15分後には、第１のイルカの群れに遭遇。なんと親子連れの群れ（約５頭目撃）。第２の群れは、20頭以上はいたかなあ？シュノーケルで浮いている私たちの下をすいすい泳いでいきました。さすがに速い！！当日は湾に３つの群れがいたそうです。イルカ達は、スピンドルジャンプも披露してくれました。超ラッキーでした。もう少し、イルカと一緒に泳ぎた～いと思いました。次に、魚とウミガメポイントでシュノーケリングを楽しみました。ここの海には珊瑚礁は少ししかありません（オワフ島全般に少ないですが・・・）。私達は、パドルサーフィンを楽しみました。初めての挑戦でしたがすぐに立つことができ楽しめました。ちょっと残念だったのが、楽しみにしていたフラダンスが音響設備の不具合でできなかったことです。音楽なくてもやりたかったです。カメラマンの方が沢山写真を撮ってくれました。欲しい写真のみ選んで購入できるシステムがあればよりよい思い出作りができると思います。帰りのバスがなかなか来なくて、暑い中30分位待たされました。総合的には、とても充実した楽しいツアーでした。おすすめです。

It seems I misunderstood the content when I made the reservation. I thought I would have a longer time with the dolphins, but that wasn't the case. First, we went snorkeling in the lagoon at the hotel, and then we did the Dolphin Quest. Given the price, I kind of regret not just opting for the Dolphin Quest. The snorkeling itself wasn't boring, but the price is definitely an issue. My child didn't understand English, so they had trouble following the guide's instructions. The guide also didn't seem very cheerful, so it might be a matter of luck with the staff.

ちょっと内容を勘違いして申し込んでいたようです。いるかと一緒にいられる時間が長いのかと思っていましたがそうではなく、まずホテル内のラグーンでシュノーケリングをして、その後がドルフィンクエストでした。この値段ならドルフィンクエストだけのものにすればよかったかなとちょっと後悔。シュノーケリング自体はつまらないわけではありませんでしたが、やっぱりお値段が問題ですね。こどもは英語がわからないのでガイドさんの指示がわからず困っていました。ガイドさんもあまり楽しい感じの人ではなかったので、当たり外れの問題もあるのかもしれません。

Since it wasn't low tide, the water at the sandbar was up to my knees. Still, I could fully enjoy the strange feeling of standing right in the middle of the ocean.

For snorkeling, we swam along the edge of the sandbar. Thanks to the life jacket and float (or buoy?), I was able to snorkel safely without getting separated from my companions. Although the fish didn't come very close, we could see quite a few. Some reviews mentioned that the time was a bit short, but it was more than enough for beginners in snorkeling.

干潮ではなかったのでサンドバーでは膝位まで潮が満ちていました。
それでも海のど真ん中に立っている不思議な感じは満喫できます。

シュノーケリングはサンドバーの淵に沿って泳ぎます。
ライフジャケットと浮き輪(浮き棒？)のおかげで、連れとも離れずに安心してシュノーケリングができました。
魚も近くには来ませんが、結構見られます。
少し時間が短いという口コミもありましたが、シュノーケリング初心者には十分でした。

The rain and wind were intense, so it wasn't a picturesque view, but the crew was entertaining and the lunch was delicious. Next time, I want to try again when the weather is nice.

雨と風が凄くて写真のような景色ではありませんでしたが、クルーの方は面白く昼食も美味しかったです。今度は天気がいいときにリベンジしたいです。

Chieko and Dan were very accommodating. For someone who's first time at the sea, I was able to participate because of them. I had an awesome time. Highly recommend them!

The weather was terrible on the day we went, and it rained several times along the way. During the snorkeling, there was a heavy downpour like a tropical storm, but the staff kept the atmosphere lively with bright voices and topics.

The rain was so intense that more than half of the people returned to the boat, but even then, they kindly prepared warm cocoa and coffee for us. The Japanese staff member took a lot of photos, and I thought it would have been perfect if the weather had been just a little better.

I was told that as long as I disposed of my trash, I could smoke on the sandbar, so I think smokers should definitely bring their cigarettes and lighters without hesitation. If you're not taking photos underwater, a regular digital camera or phone would be just fine.

The BBQ burger was delicious. You won't get one unless you remember the staff's name! The amount of tomatoes is one slice per person, so if someone takes two, there won't be enough. The staff was watching and laughing, saying, "One slice only!!"

行った日は天候が酷く、途中に何度も雨が降っていました。シュノーケルのタイミングでスコールのような大荒れの天気になったのですが、明るい声や話題で絶えず盛り上げて下さいました。
あまりにも激しい雨だったので、半分以上の人が船に戻ったのですが、そのときもすぐに温かいココアやコーヒーを用意して下さったりと、本当に親切でした。
日本人スタッフのお姉さんは写真をたくさん撮ってくれたし、天気があと少しでも良かったら最高だったなあと思いました。
自分でゴミさえ処理すれば、サンドバーでタバコも吸っていいよ、と言われたので、喫煙者の方は遠慮せずタバコとライターを持っていくべきだと思います笑
海の中を取らないのであれば、普通のデジカメや携帯でも問題ないくらいです。
BBQバーガーも美味しいです。スタッフさんの名前を忘れているともらえません。笑
トマトの量が1人1枚なので、ひとりで2枚取るような人がいると足りなくなります。スタッフさんが「1枚マデー！！」と笑いながら監視してました。笑

This place was a great choice! So glad we booked this kayaking activity! It was both me and my friends first time kayaking in the ocean and I was a little nervous but as soon as I got there I was greeted by a very friendly staff! Our guide "PO" was so welcoming and friendly! He made us feel very comfortable from the moment we met him. He was very patient, knowledgable, taught us some history about Kailua and most of all he made us feel safe! :) PO was an AMAZING kayaking guide!!! I would totally recommend this activity to anyone who wants to get away from the crowed beaches like in Waikiki. Most beautiful beach in Oahu in my opinion. Forgot to mention the lunch it included was super yummy!

PS. PO our guide also took great pics of us with his GoPro and emailed them to us for free. Great customer service!!! Wish I could give 10 stars

The sandbar is beautiful, just as it looks in the photos. Also, the hamburgers eaten on the boat are incredibly delicious.

サンドバーは、写真で見たとおりに、綺麗です。また、船の上で食べるハンバーガーも、最高に美味しいですよ。

I signed up because it was said to be a clear beach, but due to the approaching hurricane, there were winds and waves, and I couldn't enjoy the snorkeling I was looking forward to. It was disappointing that the weather wasn't favorable, with heavy rain at times. However, I rented a bike and went out shopping and to Lanikai Beach with my child. The bike rental is $10 (credit cards accepted). Since we extended our trip to Lanikai Beach, we didn't have much time to relax on the way back. If you're planning to snorkel, I think Kailua Beach would be a better option to enjoy it more leisurely.

澄み渡ったビーチだということで申し込んだのですがハリケーン接近中のため風・波があり楽しみにしていたシュノーケリングができませんでした。
一時大雨になったりと天候には恵まれず残念でしたが
自転車を借りて子供とふたりラ二カイビーチやショッピングに出かけました。
自転車は＄10でレンタル（カードＯＫ）できます。
ラ二カイビーチまで足を延ばすと帰り時間ぎりぎりでゆっくりできなかったので
シュノーケルするのであればカイルアビーチだけのほうがゆっくりできると思います。

We were pretty disappointed with this trip. Just not as organized as we had hoped. We've been on many different snorkel trips over the years and this is one of the most unorganized we've attended. Competing boats seem to pass out gear and explain rules and safety regulations on the way to the destination. Then, once anchored, we can get in the water. This boat waits until we are on anchor, then starts the slow unorganized process of handing out gear. Takes way too long!

Food was decent, but mixed drinks were not! The captain, although tried to be funny, was not for the most part. We tried to have a conversation with him and generally got one word answers. So, he really wasn't interested in talking with us. When we were on anchor, he seemed to be more interested in flying his own personal drone around the boat.

The crew was nice and helpful, the captain, not so much! The best part of the trip was the photographer. Really a terrific individual, very personal with the guest and generally took an interest in the guest.

Overall, I wouldn't use this boat again.

Unfortunately, it was cloudy and windy, and it was cold without a rash guard... The scenery is nice, though. However, it seems that the view during high tide, like in the photos, can only be seen a few times a year, and it appears that this is not the right time.

残念ながら、曇っていて風もあり、ラッシュガードが無いと寒くて…景色は良いです。ただし、写真で見るような満ち潮の時のような景色は、一年に数回しか見れないようで、今回はその時期では無いようでした。

What a fun and enjoyable experience. Completely organized, focused on their customers and so knowledgeable. Extremely nice people who take care of every detail. A definite 5 Star experience!

Even though I spent the whole morning for this activity, I just rode the underwater scooter for 15 min only. Furthermore, I couldn't even enjoy with my wife and son at the same time. So embarrassed and annoyed much. I admit the riding itself is exciting activity but their program was not that sophisticated. I was so much disappointed.

Thank you for a very memorable day in a beautiful location. It was so easy as we were picked up at our hotel and dropped home. Very reasonable price and stunning surroundings.

Wow! I was blown away to see that sandbar! Volleyball was fun ! Everyone participated ! Lunch was excellent! Hawaiian music playing awesome sunshine making new friends relaxing swimming Wow! Loved the bbq! The crew were excellent knew their stuff! Antonio Bryan cuno ? The turtles were amazing to see so many! The snorkelling was amazing and so much fun! Loved the whole day! Movie facts near the end Gillian's island etc was awesome ! Will always do this trip and go with this company again and again ! Incredible day out on the bay Aloha !!

I was able to see dolphins from the boat multiple times, but it was difficult to see them swimming underwater. However, on my third try, I finally got to meet a dolphin I had been hoping to see. They swam beneath us and, although at a distance, they performed spinning jumps, and I even got to see a baby dolphin. It was amazing. I want to participate again.

船の上からイルカを何度も見ることはできていましたが、水中で泳いでいる姿を見ることはなかなかできませんでしたが、3回目のトライで念願のイルカに逢えました。
自分たちが泳いでいる下を通り過ぎたり、中距離でしたが、回転ジャンプしたり、赤ちゃんイルカに逢えました。
最高でした。また参加したいです。

I was curious about what it would be like, so I participated. When we spotted the dolphins from the boat, everyone dove into the sea one by one at the signal and chased after them. However, I didn't have enough stamina and couldn't use my fins effectively, so I couldn't get very close. But next time, I want to build up my stamina and participate again.

どんな感じに見えるのか疑問に思い参加しましたが船の上から発見すると合図と共にみんなが順番に海へダイブ、イルカを追いかけました。しかし体力が無い私は足のフィンを上手く使えずにあまり近くへ寄ることが出来ませんでした。
でも今度は体力を付けて参加させて頂きたいと思います。

Of all the things we did in Hawaii, this was the best! The crew was fun and personable. We saw turtles and dolphins on our tour. The catamaran was impressive and very well kept. Excellent selection of adult beverages.