All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

It was my first snorkeling experience with my husband, and we had a great time! Right below us were corals and colorful fish!!

The hamburger for lunch was just the right amount of volume for our tired bodies after swimming.

However, since we were out in the ocean, it's understandable that the weather can greatly affect the experience.

主人と初のシュノーケルでしたが、とても楽しかったです(((o(*ﾟ▽ﾟ*)o)))
泳ぐすぐ下に珊瑚と色とりどりの魚たち！！

お昼のハンバーガーも泳ぎ疲れた身体にぴったりのボリュームでしたd(^_^o)

ただし、海に出るのでお天気に大きく左右されちゃうのは仕方が無いですかね´д` ;

Had a good time. Dissapointed that the scooter had to be moved around with a diver assisting.

We were really excited to do this tour! When we got there the tour guides were very friendly and chill. When we got out to where we were snorkeling I had a bit of a freak out when I got into the water. I looked down and saw so many fish under my feet! The one tour guide came over and helped me overcome my fear. I got in and out of the boat many times. We also saw so many turtles! After snorkeling we went on a nice sail while enjoying some well deserved drinks. All in all this was a fabulous for the price point of the tour! I would totally do this again!

By chance, the day we participated, both the sky and the sea were calm, and the dolphins were in full play mode! They swam right past us multiple times, as if to say, "You're swimming too slowly!" This time we were lucky! The captain, Mr. Nawata, mentioned that the dolphins were coming close to us, and he was always considerate of all the participants to ensure everyone had a good time. We were truly fortunate to be guided by Mr. Nawata, who was full of hospitality. Our swim guide, Daisuke, was also reliable, pulling us along to the dolphins even when we lagged behind! We would love to participate again! Maybe next time in February for the whales... Thank you so much!

偶然にも参加した日は、空、海ともに穏やかで、気を良くしたイルカちゃんは遊びモード全開!!　「泳ぐの遅いわねッ」と言わんばかりに私たちの真横を何度も通り抜けていきました。
今回はラッキーだよ！イルカが寄って来てくれてるから・・・って、キャプテン縄田さんは言われてましたが、参加者全員に楽しんでもらおうと終始気遣ってくださいました。そんなホスピタリティ溢れる縄田さんにガイドしていただいた私たちは本当にラッキー♪♪スイムガイドのだいすけさんも頼もしくて、遅れをとった私たちをグイグイと引っ張りイルカちゃんのもとへ連れて行ってくれました!!
また参加させてくださいねッ！今度は2月のクジラですかね・・・
本当にありがとうございました。

It was my first time in Hawaii. I really wanted to experience the sandbar and snorkeling, so I signed up for this tour. The scenery was truly breathtaking and I was moved. It seemed like the timing wasn't great, as the water was quite high, reaching up to my knees, but the crew member YUKIKO took amazing photos that I can't help but admire every time I look back at them. She even made requests for poses in good spots to ensure that other participants wouldn't be in the frame, making it feel like I was being photographed by a professional! I had heard that there weren't many fish for snorkeling, but I saw plenty and had a great time! Thank you so much! I'm really glad I chose this tour!

初めてのハワイでした。サンドバーとシュノーケリングは絶対したかったのでこのツアーを申し込みました。本当に絶景で感動しました。時期が良くなかったようでけっこう海水が多く、ひざくらいの高さまでありましたが、クルーのYUKIKOさんが写真をとっても上手に撮ってくれて何度見返してもうっとりしてしまいます。しかも参加者が写りこまないようにいい場所でポーズのリクエストとかしてくれてプロのカメラマンに撮ってもらったみたいでした！シュノーケリングも魚少ないと噂で聞いていたわりにはたくさん見れて楽しかったです！本当にありがとうございました！このツアーにして本当によかったです！

I was able to meet many dolphins in the clear, deep blue sea! As soon as I entered the water, I could hear the dolphins communicating, and it was truly moving!! There was even a family with a baby (^^). I also got to see a large sea turtle, and it was really a wonderful experience. The guide was kind and seemed very experienced, so I felt safe participating. Thank you very much♪

透明度の高い真っ青な海でたくさんのイルカ達に会える事ができました！
海に入ったとたん、イルカ達の会話が聞こえて大感動!!
赤ちゃん連れの家族もいましたよ(^^)
大きな海ガメも見られたし、本当にステキな体験をさせていただきました。
ガイドさんは親切で、ベテランらしく安心して参加できました。
ありがとうございました♪

I was able to see a lot of fish. There were various species, and I could see large fish very closely. The water clarity was high, and the rental equipment was new and easy to use.

The staff were friendly and responded kindly.

すごくたくさんの魚を見ることができました。
種類も様々で、大きな魚も、すごく近くで見られます。
透明度も高く、レンタルの道具も新しく使いやすかったです。

スタッフの皆さんもフレンドリー、かつ親切に対応してくださいました。

The Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Captain Bob's Snorkel Cruise is, by far, one of the most amazing and fun tours I have taken during my visit to the beautiful island of Oahu! From lunch at the sand bar with a game of volleyball, to an area where we saw turtles of all sizes and a HUGE Manta Ray, to the coral reef for some snorkeling, the snorkel cruise was non-stop fun! The crew was so nice and I cannot thank them enough for their help, guidance, and dedication to making sure everyone had a great time! This will definitely be a tour I will go on when I go to Hawaii again. I definitely recommend this cruise!! :-)

I participated in a tour that included dolphin watching, snorkeling, and a barbecue lunch, and it was great. The participants were all foreigners, and the staff were kind, cheerful, and a lot of fun, making for an amazing half-day experience.

I was worried about getting seasick, but it was so enjoyable that I didn't have time to feel seasick at all, and I was completely fine.

The meeting point at the pier was very close to the hotel, which was very convenient.

The hamburgers grilled by the staff were the best!

イルカウォッチングとシュノーケル、
その上バーベキューランチ付のツアーがよかったので、
こちらのツアーに参加しました。
参加者は外国人ばかりで、スタッフも親切で明るくて
とっても楽しい方ばかりだったので、最高の半日が過ごせました。

船酔いを心配していましたが、
楽しくてあっという間で、
船酔いなんてしている暇がないくらいで
全然大丈夫でした。

集合場所の桟橋もホテルからすぐのところで、
とっても便利でした。

スタッフが焼いてくれるハンバーガーが
最高でした！

I participated in the afternoon session.
The malasada was very delicious.
During high tide, the water was up to my chest.
The BBQ was very tasty!!
I was glad to see the turtles up close.

午後の部に参加しました
マラサダとてもおいしかったです
満潮の時間で胸のあたりまで水がありました
BBQはとてもおいしかったです!!
カメもすぐ近くで見れてよかったです

You could rent a wetsuit for $10, and almost everyone did. Those who didn't looked really cold, so I thought it would be better to include that cost in the overall fee. It's a hassle to carry cash. When we went, we encountered a rare pod of dolphins, which was a once-in-a-year experience! The dolphins approached us!! We could even hear their sounds, and it was very moving!! After that, we seemed to have some extra time, so we headed out to look for other types of dolphins... Luckily, we encountered another pod, and the dolphins swam around the boat and jumped, which was amazing!! The snorkeling afterward was also great, as we got to see sea turtles. It was a very satisfying tour.

ウエットスーツが10ドルで借りられてほとんどの人が借りていました
借りてない人はすごく寒そうだったので
料金の中に組み込んでしまえばいいのにと思いました。
お金を持っていくのが面倒です。
私たちが行ったときは1年にあるかないかのイルカの大群に出会え
イルカの方から近づいてきてくれました!!
イルカの声も聴こえてとても感動しました!!
そのあと時間が余ったみたいで沖に出て他の種類のイルカを探しに・・・
これも運よくイルカの大群に出会え船の周りをイルカが泳いだり
ジャンプをして見せてくれたりすごかったです!!
そのあとのシュノーケリングもウミガメに出会え
大満足のツアーでした

I participated in the morning session!! It seemed to be high tide, so the sandbar was completely invisible, and there was quite a bit of seawater. It was beautiful, but a little disappointing... I think it's just luck, but I wonder if it's appropriate to call it a sandbar tour!!

午前の部に参加しました!!
満潮だったようでサンドバーは全く見えず
かなりの深さまで海水がありました
きれいでしたがちょっと残念でした・・・
運なんだと思いますが・・・サンドバーツアーと謳うのはどうかなぁと言った感じです!!

I took a couple of my students out there and it was amazing. The entire crew were professional and patient. It was the first time for some of the participants and some of them couldn't swim, but the divers were with us the entire time during the B.O.B. and assisting us while we snorkeled. If you get a chance, you have to check these guys out.

The beautiful sea and location are amazing! I was able to relax in the calm sea with no waves. However, I didn't have time for shopping, so next time I want to go for a longer period to enjoy shopping as well. I highly recommend renting a bicycle!

キレイな海とロケーションは最高！
波のない穏やかな海でのんびりできました。ただ、ショッピングまでの時間はなかったので、次回はショッピングも出来るよう、もう少し長い時間で行ってみたいです。
自転車レンタルはお薦めです！

Wonderful experience finished with swimming with turtles. Equipment provided was good and staff were helpful and friendly.

To conclude, it was the worst tour I've ever experienced. First, the meeting point was unclear. The voucher only said "Honokohau Harbor," and I had no idea where to go in the harbor. When I called for clarification, the response was off the mark. Ultimately, I ended up in the wrong place. On top of that, on this day, the manta rays didn't show up, and I was told, "It only happens about three times a year." While I understand that it's a natural occurrence, I was very frustrated when they said, "With that kind of probability, it's actually lucky!" Furthermore, they kept emphasizing that "you must give tips to the captain and staff," which, although a cultural difference, I couldn't accept. I don't mind tipping, but the way they said it was unacceptable. Lastly, there was an attempt to show consideration by offering a gift for not seeing the manta rays, but this backfired. It was a postcard of a manta ray. Not only did it feel patronizing, but there weren't enough cards for the number of participants—just one per group. When I complained, they said, "It's originally a paid card, so please understand." While I get that it's a natural occurrence, considering that customers are paying for the experience, if there's even a 1% chance of failure, there should be some recovery measures in place as a business. I believe there should be alternative points, merchandise provided when things go wrong (in terms of quality and quantity), and at least a formal apology.

結論から申し上げて、過去に体験したことのないひどいツアーでした。まずは分かりにくい集合場所。バウチャーに「ホノウコウハーバー」としか書いておらず、ハーバーのどこに行けばいいのか全く分からなかった。電話で問い合わせたところ、的を射ない回答。結果的に間違っていたし。そしてこの日は運の悪いことにマンタは現れず、「年に3回くらいしかない」と説明を受け、自然のことなのでしょうが無いとは思いつつも、「そのくらいの確率だから、逆にラッキー！」とか言われて非常に腹が立った。その上「船長とスタッフにはチップを必ずあげてくれ」とひたすら強調していたのも、文化の違いとは言え納得できない。チップは払うが、その言い方はない。そして最後に「マンタに会えなかったからギフトを」という心遣いがあったがこれが逆効果。マンタのポストカード。気持ちが逆撫でされただけでなく、参加人数に対して枚数が足りず、1グループ1枚。文句を言うと「元々有料のカードなんだから、勘弁して」とのこと。自然のこととは言え、体験に対してカネを払っている顧客のことを考えれば、1％でも失敗の可能性があるのであれば、その際のリカバリー策はビジネスとしていくつか用意しておくべき。違うポイント、ダメだったときのグッズ提供（質・量とも）、一応の謝罪、あって然るべきと思う。

The meeting place is quite difficult to find.
You need to be somewhat accustomed to driving.
There were quite a few people who seemed to be affluent.

集合場所はかなりわかりにくいです。　
運転に多少慣れておく必要があります。　
少し富裕層な感じの人が多かったです。

You can enjoy it with a middle school level of English proficiency. I think it's a safe tour. Even in the middle of summer, it can be cold on the way back, so it's better to bring a jacket.

中学生レベルの英語力で充分楽しめます。　
安全なツアーだと思います。真夏でも帰りは寒いので上着持参したほうがいいです。　

I was taken to many places that you definitely can't reach on foot. I got to see lava and many waterfalls in the canyon. The feeling of approaching while circling was something I had never experienced before. I didn't expect the helicopter to be so stable; it was a comfortable journey in the sky.

歩いては絶対いけない場所へたくさん連れてってもらいました。
溶岩もみれ、渓谷のたくさんの滝をみれました。
旋回して近づいていくときの気持ちよさは初めて味わう感じでした。
ヘリもこんなに揺れないとは思ってもなく快適な空の旅でした。

I was amazed by the abundance of fish and the clarity of the water in Carelac Bay. It was fantastic to see dolphins as well. The captain's boat handling and the way he braked when entering the cave were exquisite, making for an exhilarating and enjoyable experience.

ケアラクケア湾の魚の多さと海のクリアさにはびっくりしました。
イルカも見れて最高でした。
船長さんのボートの運転も洞窟に突っ込む際のブレーキのしかたも絶妙でハラハラしながら気持ちいい体験ができました。

The snorkeling was amazing, the crew are the nicest people ever & the food was so good! We had an amazing time. We got to see a monk seal & on the way back to the dock they stop at a spot where they know there are a bunch of turtles to see. The crew was so friendly and they made sure you were comfortable & happy.

I participated alone in August. I was told to confirm by phone at 4 PM on the day of the event, so I called, but it seemed that it wasn't particularly necessary, which surprised me. It seems that it's not needed unless the weather is particularly dangerous.

After going to the office and completing the check-in, they lend you a wetsuit in the next room without saying anything. After that, you go to the place where the boat departs on your own. The directions are simple, but I ended up getting lost unexpectedly. In fact, there were people who got lost and couldn't make it in time, so I think those who lack confidence should allow themselves plenty of time to get there.

The entire process is in English, but there aren't any detailed instructions, so if you have the guts, you'll be fine. It's a valuable experience. By the way, there were participants who couldn't swim and children as well.

After getting in the water, your body gets quite cold, so a towel and something to wear over yourself are essential. Even in August, my teeth were chattering.

８月に１人で参加しました。
当日の４時に電話で確認をとのことだったので、電話してみましたが、特に必要じゃないようで、かえってビックリされました。特に天候が危ない感じとかじゃなければ必要なさそうです。
事務所に行って、受付を済ますと、何も言わなくても隣の部屋でウエットスーツを貸してくれます。その後、自分で船が出る場所まで行きます。道順は簡単なのですが、あっけなく迷いました。実際、道に迷って間に合わず参加できなかった人たちもいたので、自信が無い人は余裕をもって行ったほうがいいと思います。
全行程英語ですが、特に細かい指示もないので、度胸があれば大丈夫です。価値のある経験ができます。
ちなみに、泳げない人や子供の参加していました。
水につかった後はかなり体が冷えるのでタオルと羽織るものは欠かせません。８月でも歯がカタカタいいました。

I couldn't see the white sand emerging from the sea due to the season, but I was able to enjoy the beautiful shallow waters, snorkeling, and seeing sea turtles and mantas! The hamburger for lunch was delicious, and the staff was wonderful!

季節的に白い砂が海面から出ているところは見れませんでしたが、きれいな遠浅の海とシュノーケリング、ウミガメ＆マンタを楽しむことができました！昼食のハンバーガーもおいしかったし、スタッフさんも素晴らしかったです！

At first, I was anxious, but I persevered and ultimately had a wonderful encounter and experience with the dolphins. I was moved by how the guide prioritized both the guests and the dolphins.
I would like to use this service again. My wife and I are talking about wanting to see whales in the winter.

最初は不安だったがあきらめずにがんばっていただき、最終的にはすばらしいイルカとの出会い、体験になった。客のこと、イルカのことを最優先にガイドいただき感動しました。
また利用したいです。冬にクジラをみたいなと妻と話しています。

The catamaran is in great shape! The crew was FANTASTIC and very accommodating. They really like their job and appeared to be so happy to be on-board with us. We were very lucky to see Dolphin Pods and giant sea turtles!!

This was my friend's first time to do SNUBA. The instructor named Cameron did an incredible job in encouraging and supporting her through out the entire SNUBA portion of this excursion. She dived about 15 feet below the surface and now she wants to become certified diver because she CANNOT wait to get back down there!

Overall it was a great experience! I would definitely suggest this excursion to everyone who visits Hawaii!

Abbiamo fatto questa escursione durante il nostro viaggio di nozze ad Honolulu ed alloggiavamo all'Hilton Hawaiian Village.
L'escursione è stata nel complesso molto bella, ma il servizio navetta per portarti dall'hotel al porto dove partiva il catamarano è stato veramente scadente, all'andata non c'era posto per tutti e due ragazze si sono fatte 40 minuti di strada in piedi, al ritorno abbiamo aspettato circa 40 minuti perchè la navetta ha ritardato.
l'escursione invece è stata molto bella, abbiamo fatto 2 immersioni, abbiamo visto 3 tartarughe ma di delifini neanche l'ombra.
A bordo c'è un bel pranzo e i ragazzi sono gentilissimi e carinissimi!

We booked a morning tour.
We went with high expectations, but it was a bit different from what we saw in books and on TV, with shallow areas that were knee-deep!
It seems that what we see in books and on TV is only during the best conditions, and this can only be left to chance. So if you lower your expectations a bit, you're sure to be incredibly moved.
Since it was our first time, we were quite excited, but next time I hope to see some sandy areas! (*^^*)
Even if there aren't any sandy areas, the contrast of that ocean is truly wonderful!
When you think of Hawaii, I would definitely rank it in my top three for nice views!
Also, the crew leader, Mike, was incredibly kind, and being able to have pleasant conversations with him was one of the reasons we had such a great experience.
It really became a wonderful memory! ☆*:.｡. o(≧▽≦)o .｡.:*☆

僕らは午前中のツアーを申し込みました。
二人で期待に胸膨らませ行きましたけど、本やテレビで見たのと少し違うく浅いとこでも膝ぐらいありました！
やはり本やテレビで見せられるのは最高に条件の整っている時で、これは運任せとしか言えません。だから少し期待度を下げて行くとものすごく感動すること間違いなしです。
僕らは初めてだったものだからかなり興奮しましたが、次回行った時は是非砂地が見られるといいな〜って(*^^*)
例え砂地が出てなくたって、あの海のコントラストは本当に素晴らしいものです☆
ハワイと言えば？？で僕ならTOP３に入れたいぐらいのナイスビューでした！
そしてクルーのリーダー？！のマイクがもの凄く優しく、気持ちよく会話できたのも理由の一つです。
本当にいい思い出になりました〜☆*:.｡. o(≧▽≦)o .｡.:*☆

I participated with my sister. The morning malasadas were delicious, and we encountered a lot of dolphins! It seems like we had the highest encounter rate recently, and we spotted several baby dolphins! No matter where we looked, there were dolphins, and when we put our ears in the water, we could hear their sounds—it was like a dream. There were also many large sea turtles, which was fun. If I have the chance to go to Hawaii again, I definitely want to participate! The staff were cheerful and it was enjoyable~!! Thank you! I'm so happy!

姉妹で参加しました。
朝のマラサダも美味しかったし、イルカにもたくさん出会えました♪ここ最近で1番の遭遇率だったみたいで赤ちゃんイルカも何匹も発見しました！左右下どこを見てもイルカがいて海の中に耳をつけると鳴き声が聞こえてきて夢のような時間でした。ウミガメも大きいのがたくさんいて楽しかったです。
またハワイへ行く機会があったら必ず参加したいです！
スタッフの皆さんも陽気で楽しかった~!!
ありがとうございました！幸せ！

By chance, I was able to see a rainbow, a sea turtle, and everything. The sandbar was as beautiful as I expected, with very clear water. Although the snorkeling was brief, I saw a lot of fish. However, in terms of clarity, the waters around Kerama Islands in Okinawa are much clearer. Since it's a sandbar, there’s likely a lot of sand, and with many people snorkeling at once, the sand gets stirred up, so the visibility underwater isn't very good. However, I participated mainly to see the scenery of the sandbar, so I was quite satisfied. (By the way, the sandwich was just bread with cheese and ham, and I wasn't expecting much, but it was a bit disappointing.) Also, I didn't feel seasick at all. Perhaps because it was calm in the inland sea, the boat didn't rock much.

偶然にも虹、えい、ウミガメすべてが見れました。サンドバーも期待通りとてもきれいな海でした。シュノーケリングは短い時間ではありましたが、魚もたくさんみれました。ただ、透明度に関しては沖縄の慶良間島のほうがずっと透明です。サンドバーなだけあって砂が多いのだろうし、大勢で一度にシュノーケリングするので砂が舞い上がるのか、海の中の透明度はあまりよくないです。ただ、シュノーケリングよりサンドバーの景色を見たくて参加したので、十分満足です。（ちなみにサンドイッチはパンにチーズとハムがはさんであるものがでただけで、期待してはいませんでしたが、うーん・・・という感じでした。）それから、船酔いは全然しません。内海で静かだからかあまり船はゆれません。

The guide who picked us up in the morning spoke suspicious Japanese. Inside the car, he explained everything in English without any warnings, and we arrived at the destination. Also, this guide disappeared halfway through the return bus ride. Well, putting that guide aside, at the local boat, we were properly attended to in Japanese. What was wonderful was that we had about an hour of sandbar, turtle watching, and snorkeling, so even my wife, who can't swim, had a great time snorkeling with a life jacket and a float. For lunch, we had hamburgers, which were very delicious—I wanted a second helping. Additionally, the crew here was very cheerful and greeted us with a loud "Aloha!" which lifted our spirits. The guide who picked us up in the morning played the guitar and sang during lunchtime, but it seemed like that was his job... (not really necessary?). In particular, the boats for Japanese and foreigners were separated, but the foreigners were smoking at the sandbar and had poor manners, which made me feel a bit uncomfortable. Overall, it was very good.

朝迎えに来たガイドさんが、あやしい日本語でした。車内では、英語で全部説明？してるし、何の注意点もなく、現地へ到着しました。またこのガイドは、帰りのバスでは、途中で降りて消えてしまいました。まぁ、そのガイドはさておき、現地の船では日本語できちんと対応してもらいました。すばらしいのは、サンドバーとカメウォッチ、さらにはシュノーケルが１Ｈぐらいあったので、泳げない嫁でも、ライフジャケットと浮棒？でとても楽しくシュノーケルをしていました。ランチは、ハンバーグでしたがとてもおいしく、おかわりがほしいくらいでした。また、ここのクルーはとても陽気でアローーーーーーーハァーのあいさつで気分を楽しくしてくれました。朝迎えに来たガイドは、ランチタイムに、ギターを弾いて歌っていましたが、結局それが仕事みたいでした・・・（あまり必要ない人？？）とくに、日本人と外人さんの船が分かれていたのですが、外人さんは、サンドバーでもたばこを吸っていたり、マナーが悪いので、気分が少し嫌になりました。全体的にはとても良かったです