All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

This is an amazing snorkeling adventure. The staff is very knowledgeable - very attentive - and everyone of them went out of their way to make this a memorable (and safe) experience for us. One of the guides brought up sea urchins and starfish for everyone to enjoy! Highly recommend!

It was an afternoon in May, but it was really cold. It was so cold that my lips turned purple. I could only do a little snorkeling because I couldn't stand the cold. A cover-up is a must.
The sea was certainly beautiful, but it wasn't breathtaking. Maybe I had too high expectations...
Lunch included a hamburger, but it was difficult to eat on the boat because of the strong wind... Snacks flew away. I was glad there wasn't a full lunch.
I did see sea turtles and manta rays, which was somewhat enjoyable, but I feel it wasn't worth the price.

5月の午後でしたが、とにかく寒い。唇が紫になるほど寒いです。寒さに耐えられずシュノーケリングは少ししかできませんでした。羽織るもの必須です。
確かに海は綺麗ですが、感激するほどではありませんでした。期待しすぎたのかなぁ…。
ハンバーガーのランチ付きでしたが、船の上は風が強くて食べにくいのなんの…スナックとか吹っ飛びました。ランチはなくてよかったと思います。
ウミガメもマンタも見れてそれなりに楽しかったのですが、値段の価値はない気がします。

It was drizzling and cold. The sandbar had seawater up to my ankles due to the tides, which was different from what I had imagined. However, the staff were lively and seemed to be having fun playing beach volleyball. The hamburgers grilled by the captain were delicious. The live singing with the guitar was wonderful as well. If only the weather had been better, it would have been perfect. But I was able to see a waterfall that is rarely seen.

小雨が降っていて寒かった
サンドバーも潮の関係で足首まで海水があってイメージとは違ったが
スタッフが盛り上げてくれて楽しそうにビーチバレーをしていた
船長が焼いてくれたハンバガーは美味しかった
ギターでの生歌もステキでした
天気さえ良ければ最高だったと。
でも、めったに見れない滝を見ることが出来ました

I'm really glad I participated in this cruise! The sea was incredibly beautiful and safe, and the Japanese instructor was fun and lively! With breakfast, a hamburger lunch, and cocktail time, it was a great tour that felt like a good deal the more I participated, especially with my stomach in perfect condition!

本当に参加して良かったクルーズでした！　海は凄く綺麗で安全、日本人のインストラクターの方はノリも良く楽しい！　朝ご飯、ハンバーガーのランチ、そしてカクテルタイム、かなり胃腸が万全な状態で参加すればするほどお得なツアーでしたw

I'm satisfied with the landing at Sandbar, but the snorkeling involves swimming in a line over a short distance, which is quite awkward. It felt like being packed in like sardines. However, I think it's fine for those who are new to snorkeling.

サンドバー上陸までは満足ですが、シュノーケルは短い距離を行列で泳ぐのでかなり微妙です。
いも洗い状態でした。 ただ、シュノーケル始めての人でも大丈夫だと思います。

My wife and I had never gone snorkeling before, and during our honeymoon, we had planned many activities, but this was the one we weren't sure how it would turn out. We decided to do the snuba diving, and our instructor was amazing. He was laid back and helped encourage us when we were first nervous in the water. After a few minutes, everything got easier, and before we knew it, it was time to come up. We were also able to snorkel at Turtle Town, and got to swim by a sea turtle, and that was a super unique experience. Of all the things we did in Hawaii, this is the one thing that I would be sure to do again when we come back.

The sandbar was a very mysterious sight and incredibly beautiful! On the way to the sandbar, I also got to see turtles and manta rays♪ I think it's best to check the low tide times on the reservation screen when deciding on the date to join this tour. After all, the sandbar at low tide is the best!

サンドバーはとても不思議な光景でとても綺麗でした！サンドバーに行く途中で亀とマンタにも会えました♪このツアーに参加する時には、予約する際の画面の中にもある干潮の時間を調べてから参加する日にちを決めた方が良いと思います。やっぱり干潮の時のサンドバーが最高です！

It was a beautiful day in May 2015. From the start the crew were very helpful, their #1 concern was always their passengers safety. We saw spinner dolphins and bottlenose dolphins on 3 occasions 2 time on the way to Lanai and once going back. They took us to sweetheart cove (I think that was the name) and it was beautiful. The 2nd snorkeling spot was by a broken down pier and we saw a diver holding a octopus - amazing. We also saw plenty of colorful fish and sea turtles. The crew never stopped - the started making lunch as soon as we got on board from the first snorkel and were helping everyone on and off the boat. Very friendly. We would definitely go back. I would recommend this to anyone coming to Maui!

In late May, I participated in a girls' trip. The staff were cheerful, and I was able to enjoy playing beach volleyball with the other participants I met for the first time. The sandbar was very beautiful and soothing, but the sea breeze was cold!! I think it depends on the season, but it was tough to stay in wet clothes, so I think it would be good to have a place to change (there isn't a designated changing area, so I quickly changed in the restroom…).

5月下旬、女子旅で参加しました。
スタッフの皆さんも陽気で初対面の参加者さんたちともビーチバレーで楽しむことができました。
サンドバーはとてもキレイで癒されましたが、
海風が寒い！！
時期によると思うけど濡れたままの服装でいるのツラいので着替えがあるとよいと思います(着替えの場所はありませんのでお手洗いでささっと着替えさせていただきました…)。

What an awesome experience!!! Was the best because my fear of water had lessened. When me and my friends were talking about this cruise I was speculating because of my fear. But for the sake of friendship we did it. No turning back. Booking was easy. We booked Thursday and luckily there were available slots the next day which was our last day of fun moments in Maui.
At the Lahaina harbor, we were met by a nice and jolly gentleman who helped us at the entrance. Before we got into the ferry, Lily the captain welcomed us and gave us some information and instructions. As soon as we entered the ferry, breakfast was ready. No worries of getting hungry. Then Lily gave us more instructions and reassured everyone that they will help and guide us all the way. The words of assurance from Lily, Robin and Cody made me even more comfortable.
Finally we reached our first stop at Lanai. Everyone was already jumping into the water while me and my friends were just standing at the stairs because this was our first time. And the water was kind of rough and my fear was kicking me. Then came Robin who helped and guided us with the board. Robin did a good job teaching and guiding people in the water. The same thing with Cody. The first time I dipped my head into the water, all I was saying was WOW!!! Underwater is really amazing. I was so full of joy because finally I got to see live corals and fish swimming in their own world. I was so proud of myself. At that time, I told myself I need to get over this fear and need to learn how to swim so I will be able to explore and enjoy the habitat of fish.
This is an experience that will remain in me forever. I surely will do it again and hopefully I will be a good swimmer by then. It's worth doing it.
Thank you Lily, Robin, and Cody for doing a good job. You are all wonderful people.
M A H A L O!!!

I encountered a pod of dolphins twice!

Unfortunately, they didn't play with us... But I guess just being able to see them was lucky. I really wanted to dive down to the dolphins without a life jacket!

At first, my wife was hesitant to go into the ocean, but once she got in and saw the dolphins and sea turtles, she was thrilled! However, while watching the turtles, she got seasick and had to throw up... (laughs)

Even with a green face, she was excited. As for me, even though I'm over sixty, I successfully graduated from Dolphin Middle School!

The guide was a lively woman, which was great!

I have one complaint. There was no mention that reconfirmation was necessary, but there was a message at the hotel, so I called the contact number, but they said it wasn't in use... I wish the information was updated accurately.

イルカの群れには2回遭遇！

残念ながら、一緒に遊んではもらえなかったけど・・・。
まあ、遭遇できただけでもラッキーなのかな・・・。
できればライフジャケットなしで、イルカのところまで
潜りたかった！

最初、妻は沖の海に入るのが怖いとしり込みしていたが、
いざ入ってイルカやウミガメを見たら大感激！！
ただ、カメを見ているうちに波酔いして、撒き餌・・・。（笑い

青い顔しながらも感激していた。
私自身、還暦過ぎだけど私立イルカ中学を無事卒業！！

ガイドも元気な女性でよかったよ！！

一つだけクレーム。
リコンファーム必要な旨の記載がなかったけど、ホテルに
伝言があったので、連絡先の電話をしたが、使われていない
とのことだったけど・・・。情報は正確にアップして欲しい。

Kailua requires taking a bus that you might not be used to, and both Kailua Beach and Lanikai Beach are difficult to access from the bus stop, so I recommend this tour for both town and beach lovers!!

I recommend renting a mat to take to Kailua Beach, which is just a short walk from the tour company. The area under the shade of the trees has branches that can be painful if they fall. You can also borrow snorkeling gear for free, but there are no fish. Many people are relaxing on the beach. The morning is recommended as there are fewer people at the beach.

I rented a bicycle to get to Kailua Town ($10.47 per bike). They provide a map and explain how to get there. It can be a bit scary until you get used to the pedal brakes, but it’s manageable. It takes about 20 minutes on foot. Riding with the wind felt great.

For lunch, you can choose between a plate or pizza, and the staff-recommended spinach and garlic pizza was delicious.

For us, the time spent at both the beach and the town felt just right, though we could have used a little more. The staff could almost all speak Japanese, which was reassuring.

カイルアって、個人では慣れないバスに乗らないと行けないし、さらにカイルアビーチやラニカイビーチはバス停から行きにくいので、このツアーは、カイルアタウン派にもビーチ派にも、オススメします！！

主催会社から徒歩すぐのカイルアビーチへはゴザを借りて行くことをオススメします。日陰になる木の下は枝が落ちてて痛いです。シュノーケルセットも無料で借りられますが魚はいません。ビーチでのんびりしてる人が多いです。午前中の方がビーチの人は少なくてオススメです。
カイルアタウンへは自転車を借りました（$10.47／1台）。地図も貰えるし行き方も教えてくれます。自転車のペダルブレーキに慣れるまでは怖いですがなんとかなります。徒歩だと20分とのこと。風を切って走るのが気持ち良かったです。
ランチはプレートかピザが選べ、スタッフオススメのほうれん草とガーリックのピザが美味しかったです。
ビーチもタウンも、の私達には時間も少し物足りないかなくらいでちょうど良かったです。
スタッフもほぼ日本語が話せるので、安心できました。

【Sandbar】
The weather was a bit cloudy and initially cold, but since it was my first time at the ocean after arriving in Hawaii, the sea was beautiful, and I was impressed by the pure white coral.
I did some light snorkeling.
There was plenty of time to take photos.
Those who were energetic played volleyball together.
There was a group that happened to come on a private boat, and their dog was so cute, making for a very happy time.

【BBQ】
It wasn't a BBQ, but the staff grilled hamburgers on the spot, and I had a hamburger. Eating a hamburger over the beautiful sea was exceptional.
You can enjoy plenty of drinks, snacks, and fruits, so I was very satisfied.

【Turtle Watching】
This was the best part.
I saw turtles while snorkeling, but I was allowed to enter the water without a life jacket.
You can see the turtles while floating, but by diving, I was able to get really close!
It was quite moving.
I took several shots with a waterproof camera.

For those going, definitely prepare an underwater camera!!

【サンドバー】
天気は少し雲があり、初めは寒かったですが、ハワイに着いて初の海というのもあり、海はきれいで、真っ白なサンゴには感動しました。
シュノーケリングを軽くしました。
写真を撮る時間も十分にありました。
元気の良い方はみんなでバレーボールをしていました。
たまたまプライベートボートで来ていた団体の犬が可愛すぎてとても幸せな時間でした。
【BBQ】
BBQではなかったですが、スタッフがハンバーグをその場で焼いてくれて、ハンバーガーを食べました。景色の良い海の上で食べるハンバーガーは格別ですよ。
ドリンクも、お菓子も、フルーツもたくさん食べれますのでとても満足できます。
【ウミガメウォッチ】
これが一番良かったです。
シュノーケリングでカメを見るのですが、私はライフジャケットを着ずに海に入らせてもらいました。
浮いた状態でもウミガメを見ることができますが、もぐることで急接近することができました！
かなりの感動です。
水中カメラで何枚もツーショットを撮りました。

行かれる方は、是非水中カメラを用意！！

We had a great time. The guides, Jesse and Kevin, were great and informative. Eventhough we were first time snorkelers, they made us comfortable and we had great fun.

We went at the end of the season and had a great time! This was our second snorkelling trip with these guys sop can recommend very much. The first snorkelling spot was right out at Lanai and saw many many interesting fishes :)

On way back to Lahaina the eagle-eyed captain spotted a couple dolphins and slowed down for them to swim next to us. First time seeing a dolphin and it was great!

Second spot was back up the shore from Lahaina at an old collapsed pier overgrown with coral. There was even a couple turtles swimming about, and again my first time seeing those!

All in all we had a great morning snorkelling and the BBQ was simple but delicious! Would go again should be ever make a third trip to Lahaina!

The Angel Sea was deeper than I expected, with the water level reaching from my waist to just below my chest, but it was such a beautiful sea that I could see the seabed clearly. I saw many sea turtles, and snorkeling was also a lot of fun. It was a fulfilling tour, and I'm glad I participated.

天使の海は思ったより深く、腰の上～胸下くらいまでの水位でしたが、海底が透き通ってみえるほどきれいな海でした。ウミガメもたくさん見られたし、シュノーケルも楽しかったです。充実したツアーで、参加して良かったと思います。

Ryan & Travis were funny & helpful. We got to see turtles & 5 different kinds of fish. It started raining & the i thought the trip was going to end, but they sailed towards the blue in the sky to keep us dry & making jokes to lighten the mood. They were very helpful & encouraging towards 1st time snorkelers.Would love to go back again for a longer snorkel for the extra money. This was a great 1st time snorkeling.

I went on a company trip.
If you're going to Hawaii, I definitely recommend it.
There were Japanese staff members, so I had a great time.
I was able to watch turtles, and I plan to visit again the next time I go to Hawaii.

社員旅行で行きました。
ハワイに行くなら、絶対おすすめです。
日本人のスタッフの方がいらっしゃったので、楽しい時間を過ごせました。
カメもウオッチできましたし、また、ハワイに行く際は、伺おうと思います。

I'm glad it turned out to be solid ground.
I think it depends on timing and luck...
It was really beautiful!
I wish the weather had been better.
I want to go again! ♪

ちゃんと陸地になってくれててよかったです
タイミングと運によると思いますが｡｡｡
すごく綺麗でした！
もっと天気が良かったら良かったな
また行きたいです♪

I was amazed at how close I could see the manta rays! I was told not to touch them, but the manta rays came close on their own, and I ended up touching them… it really felt like an exhilarating attraction! However, on the way back, I felt like I was going to freeze to death from the wind hitting my wet body after getting seasick. I think it would have been nice to have a bit more explanation about the manta rays from the guide.

びっくりするほどマンタが近くで見れました！触らないようにと言われてましたが、マンタが勝手に近づいてきて触れてしまうことも…ほんとに迫力満点のアトラクションのようでした！
ただ帰りは船酔いと濡れた体に風があたり極寒で死にそうでした。
ガイドからマンタに関する説明がもう少しあってもよかったかなと思います。

Stand-up paddleboarding was more difficult than I expected due to the strong winds. There were three groups with two participants each, but we only had two paddleboards for six people, so I think it would have been better to have one more board.
The underwater scooter was easy to use, and I enjoyed the sea enough. I was very satisfied to see a turtle swimming nearby, hold a starfish, and have many fish come close to me.
When we got back on the boat, many people were exhausted from the cold and seasickness, and although I wanted to go snorkeling, I gave up. If there had been less wind, I think we could have enjoyed it more, but the weather is beyond our control.
I was anxious because I don't understand English, but Judy, who was a fourth-generation guide, was very friendly and kindly explained everything, so there were no issues at all.

スタンドアップパドルは、風が強すぎて、乗るのが思っていたより、難しかったです。2人参加で3組だったのですが、6人に2台のパドルだったので、もう一台あると良いと思いました。
水中スクーターは、耳抜きもすぐに出来て
十分海の中を楽しめました。カメが近くに泳いでいたり、ヒトデを持たせてくれたり、目の前にたくさんの魚が近寄って来てくれて、とても満足です。
船に上がると、皆んな寒さと船酔いで、ぐったりしている人が多く、シュノーケルもしたかったのですが、諦めました。
風が少なければ、もっと楽しめたのでしょうが、天候は仕方ないですね。
英語が分からないので不安でしたが、4世のジュディ？さんがとてもフレンドリーで親切に説明してくれたので、何の不都合もありませんでした。

My wife and I knew we wanted to do a boat tour of the Napali Coast but with all the options available we were nervous about picking the right one. Let me save anyone else looking into this the trouble and say just book the Sunset Cruise with Holo Holo Charters. You won't regret it, unless you get sea sick, which I would say probably 3-5 people out of 25-30 or so did on our trip, which was in early/mid May. But the crew took great care of them. My wife and I popped a dramamine each about an hour before we boarded and another right when we got on and felt great.

More about the trip. The crew and Captain Glenn were fantastic. They opened up the bar immediately upon leaving port and made sure we had drinks in our hand for the duration of the trip. The boat was spacious and there was plenty of room to move around. We were able to see the entire coast and even made it up to the northern most tip where the last beach accessible by car starts. I don't think many of the other boats are able to do that because they are not fast enough. The crew was probably the best part of the trip, they were super attentive, even offering to take pictures of us with the coast as a back drop. They were also very interesting to talk to and gave us lots of information about what we were seeing as well as info on local spots to check out when we got off the boat. My wife and I had hiked the Awawapuhi trail earlier that morning, which overlooks the coast, and the crew were nice enough to point out where we were to us as we cruised by. Awesome trail by the way if you like hiking. The crew also made sure you didn't wipe out while you were walking around the boat, it can get a bit choppy. At one point I was exiting the bathroom as we hit a dip and a member of the crew was able to grab me and steady me before I took a tumble.

In a nutshell, book the trip and don't have second thoughts about it. Worth every bit of the money. Holo Holo Charters does an amazing job.

I would like to share with you my wonderful experienced with Maui to Lanai Snorkel adventure. First of all the Captain Lily is very knowledgeable, friendly and courteous. Lily explained about our tour and made sure that our safety comes first. There were 2 other staffs, Robin and Cody, who helped served us Continental breakfast such as muffins, juices, healthy food bars and fresh fruits. Breakfast were enough and refreshing.
Our first stopped was at the coast of Lanai. It was our first snorkeling experienced. The water was a little rough and I was scared. Captain Lily made sure that Robin were there to helped us. We were able to see underwater corals and some fish. Robin and Cody were there to helped us and made sure everybody were having fun and feels safe.
Our next stopped was near The coast of Lahaina. The ocean was calmer and some passengers had fun snorkeling. We saw a few Turtles, that was really exciting. We did not see any Dolphin at this time, better luck next time. It was a very pleasant and relaxing day.
Captain Lily cooked some barbecue such as chicken fillets, hamburgers and hotdogs. Lunch were delicious, we made our sandwiches. There were macaroni and potato salads and condiments. They also served some alcoholic punch. We were very satisfied with the food and there were plenty of cold bottled water and sodas.
Captain Lily, Robin and Cody were very good in making our trips enjoyable and memorable.
My friends and I had an Amazing experienced. We took a lot of pictures and selfies. I would recommend this tour to all my friends.
Thank you very much to Captain Lily, Robin and Cody for a job well done. Hope to see you again, whenever I come to visit Maui. Aloha and Mahalo!
Sincerely, Louisa Kiem from San Francisco, California .

The shuttle drivers, both to and from Hanauma Bay, were extremely friendly and knowledgeable about the island. They shared interesting facts along the way and made the drive an experience in itself. Not to mention, they were very prompt and the price was unbeatable! Would definitely recommend this shuttle if you're staying in Waikiki and would like to visit a beautiful beach with amazing snorkeling!

This is amazing experience, Staff was so nice and fun.
Recommendable for everyone
I would love to do this one again!!

We participated as a couple.
We chose this tour after seeing a feature on TV about the staff member Daisuke.

I usually don't give perfect scores, but to put it simply, choosing this tour was definitely the right decision. It became the best memory. It’s worth more than five stars.

When we entered the sea, Daisuke and Captain Nawata coordinated to predict the dolphins' path and guided us to the pod of dolphins.

We were able to swim with the dolphins several times during one dive. You can really swim close to them.

Even when searching for dolphins from the boat, they kept the conversation enjoyable, so I never felt bored.

If I have the chance to go to the Big Island again, I will definitely repeat this experience. Thank you so much, Nawata, Daisuke, and Yuko!

夫婦二人で参加しました。
TVでスタッフのダイスケさんの特集を見たのがきっかけで
このツアーにしました。

普段、評価で満点を付ける事はないのですが
結果を言えば、このツアーにして大正解でした。最高の想い出になりました。
星５個以上の価値があります

海に入るとダイスケさんと船上からキャプテンの縄田さんとの連携で
イルカの通り道を予測し、先回りをしてイルカの群れまで誘導してくれます

１度のダイブで数回、イルカと泳ぐ事ができました。
ホントに間近でイルカと泳げます。

船上からイルカを探す時も楽しい会話をしてくれるので
退屈しませんでした。

次回にハワイ島に行く機会があるなら絶対リピします。
縄田さん、ダイスケさん、ゆうこちゃん、本当にありがとうございました

We went out to sea and snorkeled for about 50 minutes. Only Americans who could swim quite well participated. We could enjoy watching the turtles swimming. I couldn't swim, so I stayed on the boat, but I was able to see turtles popping up and schools of fish jumping around. On the way back, we raised the sails and went out to sea at an amazing speed. The staff were fun and had a great vibe. I want to speak in native English next time! For sure!

沖に出て、、シュノーケルが５０分ぐらい。かなり泳げるアメリカンだけが参加していました。
亀さんが泳いでいて楽しめます。私は泳げないので船上でしたが。海上に浮き出た亀さんや跳ねてる魚の群れも見れました。
帰りは帆を立ててすごいスピードで沖の方に。
スタッフが楽しくていい感じでした。
ネイティブイングリッシュのなかで話したいですねー。次回はきっと！

Reservation number #2194069. In the response on March 22, the campaign discount was -$43.04, and the billed amount was $462.98 (57,015 yen), but this month's card charge was 64,970 yen. The fun memories are turning blue. I am waiting for a satisfactory answer after investigation.

予約番号＃２１９４０６９　３月２２日の返信では、キャンペーン割引が　－４３，０４＄の請求額は４６２．９８＄　５７，０１５円でしたが　今月のカード請求は６４，９７０円となっていました。楽しかった思い出もブルーになります。調べて納得出来る回答を　待っています。

I visited the sandbar for the first time. There were plenty of activities like sea turtles, photo opportunities at the sandbar, and snorkeling. Everything was incredibly fun. I highly recommend this tour.

初めてサンドバーに行きました。ウミガメ、サンドバーでの写真撮影、シュノーケルと盛りだくさんです。どれをとっても、凄く楽しかったです。オススメのツアーです。

I was able to swim not only with dolphins but also with sea turtles and various fish. I was able to swim much closer than I imagined, so I was very satisfied. The boat ride was a bit long, so it's better to have motion sickness medication. There were quite a few people feeling unwell.

イルカだけでなくウミガメや様々な魚とも泳げました。
想像以上に近いところを泳げたので、
大満足です。船の乗船時間が少し長いので酔い止めはあったほうがいいです。ダウンしてる人がけっこういました。