All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

I wanted to forget the daily hustle and bustle, so I joined the tour alone and relaxed.

As we headed out to the sea by boat, a beautiful sandy beach suddenly appeared, which felt quite magical.

I checked the low tide times in advance, so everything went according to plan! I was able to see the sandbar.

Depending on the time, the sandbar may not be fully visible, so I definitely recommend checking the low tide times before participating.

Several sea turtles showed up, and I was able to take great photos!!

Since I was the only one participating alone, the staff were very attentive, and thanks to them, I had a wonderful time.

日頃の喧騒を忘れたくて
のんびり、ひとりで参加しました。

沖まで船で向うと、きれいな砂浜が突然姿を現す
不思議な感覚でした。

前もって干潮の時間を調べて参加したので、
予定どおり!～ｻﾝﾄﾞﾊﾞｰを見ることができました。

時間によってはｻﾝﾄﾞﾊﾞｰが完全に出ないこともあるので、
絶対に干潮の時間を調べて参加することをおすすめします。

海ガメも何匹も姿を見せてくれて、
バッチリ写真が取れました!!

私だけひとり参加だったためか、ｽﾀｯﾌの方がすごく気遣ってくれて、
おかげですごく楽しめました。

I visited the prestigious Dolphin University. It was truly amazing to swim right next to the dolphins, and I could even hear their calls, like "kyu."

However, be careful about the timing, as it can get quite cold. We went during Golden Week, but I didn't expect it to be this chilly. They do provide wetsuits for rent, but it costs an additional $10. Even with the wetsuit, it was still cold... The kids ended up going back to the boat because it was too cold for them.

However, the representatives and local staff were very friendly and attentive, so I highly recommend it!

名門イルカ大学に行ってきました。本当にイルカのそばで泳ぐことができ、しかも「キュー」なんているかの鳴き声まで聞こえちゃう、とても最高でした。

しかし、時期を考えないと結構寒いのでご注意を。私達はＧＷに行きましたが、まさかこんなに寒いとは。ウエットスーツを貸し出してくれますが、別料金で１０＄かかります。
ウェット着ても寒いですが・・・
子供達はあまりにもの寒さに途中で船に上がってしまいました。

しかし代表の方をはじめ、ローカルスタッフもとても気さく、かつ面倒見も良いのでオススメですよ！

I participated in September of the year before last. The sandbar was very beautiful. There was a lot of lunch prepared, but it was disappointing that when our turn came, the staff hurried us to "please get into the water quickly," so we couldn't eat much.

I thought the water temperature would be low, so I brought a wetsuit top from Japan. Since I was wearing this, I didn't feel too cold, but most of the other participants were in swimsuits or rash guards and were shivering after getting back on the boat. Many people got cold, and the number of participants for the second snorkeling session significantly decreased. I thought it would be nice if they provided wetsuits given the water temperature.

I think it would be fine during warmer periods, but in the fall, it's a good idea to prepare for the cold. I'm glad we used a tour since it's a place we couldn't go to on our own.

参加したのは一昨年の9月です。
サンドバーとってもきれいでした。
ランチもたくさん用意されていましたが、自分たちの順番が回ってきて「早く海に入ってください」とスタッフに急かされあまり食べられなかったのが残念でした。

水温は低いだろうと思って日本からウエットスーツ素材の上着を持参しました。
これを着ていたので寒さはあまり感じませんでしたが、他の参加者はほとんどの方が水着やラッシュだったのでボートに上がってから震えていました。
体が冷えてしまった人が多くて、2度目のシュノーケリングは参加者が激減。
あの水温だったらウエットスーツを貸してくれたらいいのになと思いました。

水温が高い時期なら問題ないと思いますが、秋だと寒さ対策をしておくといいと思います。
自分たちだけでは行けないところなのでツアーを利用してよかったです。

Snorkeling is not enjoyable; you can only look at a few corals, and it's a bit tough without fins. The lunch on the boat was just okay.

シュノ−ケリングは楽しめません、わずかなサンゴを眺めるだけ、フィンなしでは少々辛い。船上のランチは、まあまあかな。

It was a little cold, but I was very satisfied because I could see a beautiful ocean and got close enough to touch a sea turtle! It’s not cold once you’re in the water, but the wind on the boat after getting out of the sea is chilly, so I think it’s a good idea to have one piece of warm clothing.

I’m thinking I want to go again!

ちょっとだけ寒かったけど、とってもきれいな海が見れ、ウミガメにも手で触れる距離くらい近く接近できたので満足です！
海の中に入れば寒くないのですが、海から上がったあとの船上で受ける風が寒いので、防寒具は1枚あったほうがいいと思います。

また行きたいなーと思っています！

I was able to swim with dolphins and experience a touching moment.

イルカと一緒にスイムでき
感動の瞬間を味わえました。

I wanted to meet a lot of dolphins, so I chose Dolphin Junior High! I encountered more dolphins than I expected, and being able to see them up close was truly a precious memory! I definitely want to participate again!

たくさんのイルカに会いたかったのでイルカ中学にしました！予想以上のイルカに出会え、すぐ近くで見れたことは本当に大切な思い出です！
また是非参加したいです！

It seems that the weather around the sandbar can be unstable. When I participated, it was sunny and about 28 degrees in Waikiki, but Kaneohe Bay was cloudy with some rain. However, I was able to see the sandbar, so it was still a lot of fun.
Advice for those participating:
It's better to prepare for the cold!!
(Check the weather in Kaneohe Bay on the day, not Waikiki.)
If you have long-sleeved swimwear for surfing, and a jacket and something like sweatpants to wear after getting out of the water, you won't feel cold. (The guide was wearing a windbreaker...)
If the weather is clear, it's the best. The burgers for lunch are delicious!

サンドバーのあたりは、天候が不安定みたいです。
参加した時も、ワイキキは、晴天２８度くらいだったけど、カネオヘ湾は、曇って雨もパラついていました。でも、サンドバーはみれたので、やっぱり楽しかったです。
参加される方へのアドバイス：
寒さ対策あったほうがいいです！！
（ワイキキではなく、当日のカネオヘ湾の天気チェックしてください。）
サーフィン用などの、長袖水着とか、海から上がったあと、上着と、下にはくジャージの様な物もあれば、寒くないです。（ガイドさんは、ウインドブレーカーきてました・・）　
天気晴れたら、最高です。お昼のバーガーおいしいです~！　

Last September, my family of three participated in the tour. There was a Japanese guide on the boat that departed from Maalaea Bay, which made us feel at ease. The water around Molokini Island was incredibly clear, and we were able to see a variety of colorful fish, making us lose track of time. It was also great that during snorkeling, we could enter the water and get back on the boat at our own pace.

Although it was September, the sea temperature was lower than expected, so we rented wetsuits on the boat.

昨年９月に、家族３人で参加させていただきました。マアラエア湾より出航した船中にも、日本人ガイドさんがいて安心して参加できました。モロキニ島の水は驚くほど透明で、色とりどりの魚を見ることが出来、時間を忘れてしまいます。またシュノーケルの時は、自分のペースで海に入ったり船に上がったりすることが出来たのが良かったです。

*）９月でしたが海水温は思ったより低く、船内でウエットスーツをレンタルしました。

The staff consisted of a very cheerful older man and a younger guy. They took us to several beautiful spots, including places where cute birds gather and areas resembling the Blue Cave. Their service was extremely polite, and they were attentive throughout. When I dropped my sunglasses in the sea, they dove in to retrieve them, and they quickly noticed when I was being swept away to a shallower area during snorkeling and came to help. I think beginners and families can enjoy snorkeling here with peace of mind!☆

スタッフはとても明るいおじさんとお兄さんの2人。
シュノーケル以外でもかわいい鳥が集まる場所や、青の洞窟風の場所など景色のよいところに何か所も立ち寄ってくれました。
対応も非常に丁寧で、よく目が行き届くスタッフでした。
海にサングラスを落とした時は潜って見つけくれ、シュノーケリング中も浅くなっているところに流されてしまったときにすぐに気付いて助けに来てくれました。初心者やファミリーでも安心してシュノーケリングを体験できるとおもいますよ☆

Molokini Island, known for its snorkeling visibility, was a place I had always wanted to visit.

On the day of my visit, the wind was a bit strong and the waves were rough, but the visibility was outstanding! I also experienced snuba! As someone who struggles with equalizing my ears, I was satisfied, but my friend who has a diving license seemed a bit underwhelmed. This activity might be more suitable for beginners since it's easier than experience diving.

From the boat, I was able to see a sea turtle swimming by. Along the way, I was lucky enough to encounter a pod of dolphins.

The water temperature during Golden Week is quite cold. For those who are sensitive to the cold, a wetsuit is essential! The crew, including the Japanese staff, were cheerful and kind, which made me feel at ease.

シュノーケルの透明度で知られるモロキニ島は、一度行きたかった場所。

当日は、やや風が強く波も荒かったが、それでも透明度は抜群!!
スヌーバーも体験!　耳抜きの苦手な私は満足できたが、ダイビングライセンスを持つ友人は、少し物足りなかった様子。こちらは、体験ダイビングより簡単なので、初心者向きなのかもしれない。

船の上から、泳いできたウミガメを観ることができた。途中、イルカの群れにも遭遇でき、ラッキーだったと思う。

GWの水温はかなり冷たい。寒がりな日本人には、ウェットが必須!!
クルーも、日本人スタッフも明るく優しいので、安心でした。

Our guide, Tom, worked hard to speak Japanese, and the tour content was just as good as expected.

ガイドのトムさんも頑張って日本語を話してくれなおかつツアー内容も予想通り良かったです。

It became a very precious memory!

とても貴重な思い出になりました♪

I participated in the early morning plan, and although my stay was only about two hours, I was very satisfied. It was a lucky day as the sandbar was completely exposed due to low tide! I also got to see a rainbow and even a sea turtle, which was amazing! If you're going to the beach, I recommend this place over Hanauma Bay! However, there might be fewer types of fish for snorkeling. The staff were also very friendly, making it fun and taking photos for us.

早朝プランに参加させていただき、滞在時間は2時間ほどですがとても満足できました。
参加当日は引き潮で完全にサンドバーが現れているラッキーな日でした！
虹も見れて、ウミガメもちょっとだけど見れて最高！！
海に行くならハナウマ湾よりこっちがオススメです！ただ、
シュノーケルの魚は種類が少ないかも…。
スタッフの皆さんも楽しく盛り上げてくれたり、写真撮ってくれたりとても親切でした。

Hawaii Island Ocean Rafting & Lava Cave Adventure with Snorkeling at Kealakekua Bay by Captain Zodiac

We participated!!

On the day of the tour, due to the arrival of a luxury cruise ship from America, the 12-person boat was filled with foreigners except for my wife and me. The guidance was only in English, but even if you can't speak English at all, it's totally fine!!!

We got to see wild dolphins, and snorkeling in front of the beautiful "Captain Cook Monument," which is the most beautiful spot in Hawaii, was amazing. It's shallow, so even those who are not comfortable in the water (up to their face) can join.

Please be careful after arriving, as there is no changing area provided by the tour company. We dried off from the wind on the return boat and changed at the hotel after returning with our rental car.

ハワイ島　オーシャンラフティング＆溶岩洞窟アドベンチャー　ケアラケクア湾シュノーケル付き by キャプテン・ゾディアック号

参加しました！！

当日は、アメリカからの豪華客船の到着の為に、１２人乗りボートは僕たち夫婦以外全部外人でした案内も英語オンリーでしたが、まったくしゃべれない英語でも全然OK問題ないです！！！！！

野生のイルカも見れたし、ハワイの中で１番綺麗な「キャプテンクックの碑」の前でシュノーケリングは最高です。
浅瀬なので、水が苦手な方（顔までなら）の方でもOKです。

到着後は、ツアー会社の着替える場所が無いので、気ぉ付けて下さい。僕たちは帰りのボートの風で乾燥し、そのままレンタカーで帰りホテルで着替えました。

The guidance to the boat dock was very enjoyable thanks to the driver's stories. Once we arrived at the location, the staff on the boat were cheerful, and we encountered sea turtles four times. It was truly moving to meet them at such a close distance that we could reach out and touch them. The sandwiches on the boat were also very delicious. I definitely want to participate again next time.

ボート乗り場までの案内は、運転手さんの話がとても楽しかったです。
現地に着いてからボートの中でも、スタッフさんが明るく、ウミガメにも4回遭遇出来ました。
手を伸ばせば触れる距離で出会えたのはとても感激でした。
ボートの上でのサンドイッチもとてもおいしかったです。
次回もぜひ参加したいです。

The weather was unfortunately not great that day, and I was wondering how it would turn out, but by the time we boarded the boat, the rain had stopped. It wasn't perfectly sunny, but the weather was decent!

We boarded the boat and arrived at the sandbar. The Japanese guide was a really cheerful lady. It was a bit windy, so it was slightly cold, but the scenery was beautiful and we had a great time. I was moved to see so many sea turtles. The hamburger lunch with patties grilled on the boat's deck was especially delicious!!!

この日はあいにくの天気でどうなるかと思いましたが船に乗るころには雨もやみ、快晴とまでは行きませんでしたがまずまずの天気でした！

船に乗り込みサンドバーへ到着。
日本人ガイドさんもすごくのりのいいお姉さんで＾＾
少し風が強かったので若干寒かったですがとてもきれいで楽しめました。
ウミガメもたくさん見れて感動しました。
特に船のデッキ、グリルで焼いてくれたパティをはさんだハンバーガーランチはとてもおいしかったです！！！

I participated in the luxurious BBQ lunch plan that departs in the afternoon. Unfortunately, the weather was not great on the day of the event, and it was drizzling when we left the hotel in Waikiki. When we arrived at Kaneohe Bay, the sky was still covered with thick clouds, and it was windy and cold.

We took a boat close to the sandbar and walked from there for photos and DVD filming. It was just so cold that it was unbearable.

For snorkeling, we swam in two lines, but the strong wind made it difficult to move forward, and although it was only about ten minutes, it was quite tiring.

After that, we returned to the boat for the BBQ, but due to the cold, I didn't have much of an appetite and couldn't eat much.

However, it was a rare experience to see sea turtles swimming up close.

The DVD is prioritized for those who paid for it, and they take various poses for you. I think it will serve as a nice memento.

I believe the enjoyment of this activity is greatly affected by the weather. (The next day, I flew over the sandbar in a Cessna on a sunny day, and it was beautiful, which made me feel quite disappointed.)

午後出発の豪華ＢＢＱランチプランに参加しました。
当日はあいにくの空模様でワイキキのホテルを出発するときは小雨でした。カネオヘ湾に到着した時も空は厚い雲に覆われて風が強く寒かったです。
ボートでサンドバーの近くまで行き、そこから歩いて写真とＤＶＤ撮影。とにかく寒くてたまりませんでした。
シュノーケルは全員で２列縦隊になって泳いで行くのですが風が強くて流されてしまいなかなか前へ進めず、時間にして１０分くらいなのでしょうが結構疲れました。

そのあとボートに戻ってＢＢＱですが、あまりの寒さで食欲はなくそれほど食べれませんでした。

でも海亀が間近まで泳いでくるので貴重な体験ができました。

ＤＶＤは有料で申し込んだ人が優先的に映り、いろんなポーズとかで取ってくれます。一応、記念にはなると思います。

このアクティビティは天候により楽しさが大きく左右されると思います。(翌日、晴天の日にセスナの体験飛行でサンドバーの上空を飛びましたがとてもきれいでとても残念に思いました。）

It was a wonderful sandy beach, sky, and sea. The weather was great, making it the perfect day. The staff were Japanese and very accommodating. I would like to participate again.

すばらしい砂浜、空、海。
天気も良くて最高の一日でした。スタッフの方も日本人で対応も良かったです。また参加したいです。

It looked like a lot of fun in an American style, but I was unfortunately seasick.

アメリカンなのりでとても楽しそうなんですけれど、船酔いしてしまい残念でした。

We participated as a family of five with children aged 7, 4, and 2. The weather was nice on the day of the event, the sea was calm, and we were able to see sea turtles, making it a very enjoyable experience. The boat was filled only with Japanese participants, and there were also Japanese female staff members, so the children felt comfortable. With around 20 participants, it was easy to interact with nearby families and couples, and at the sandbar, even small children could play leisurely while holding hands with their parents. Only my 7-year-old and I tried snorkeling. There were long floats that allowed us to view the underwater scenery side by side, making it surprisingly easy to see coral reefs and small fish. For lunch, the staff grilled hamburgers on the boat, and we could enjoy our meal while leisurely taking in the scenery. It was a fun tour. For reference, the meeting place was not our accommodation, so I was a bit worried about whether we were in the right spot until the pickup arrived. The bus was shared, and I was concerned that nearly 90% of the passengers were American, wondering if there were no other Japanese participants, but I felt relieved when we met up at the dock. Additionally, my wife mentioned that the staff shared interesting stories on the microphone during the bus ride, but since it was all in English, it was boring if you didn't understand. I thought it would be nice to have books or toys for the children to keep them entertained during the bus ride.

７才、４才、２才の５人家族で参加しました。当日は天候も良く海も荒れず、ウミガメも鑑賞でき大変楽しく参加できました。船も日本人参加者のみで乗船でき日本人の女性スタッフもいましたので子供たちも懐いていました。船も参加人数がごちゃごちゃしない２０人程度でしたので程よく近くの家族連れやカップルと交流ができ、サンドバーでは小さい子供も親と手を繋いでのんびり遊べます。シュノーケリングは７才の子と私だけ挑戦しました。２人で並んで水中を鑑賞できる長い浮きなどもあり案外簡単にサンゴ礁や小魚を鑑賞できました。お昼はスタッフが船上でハンバーガーを焼いてくれて船でのんびりと景色を見ながら食べれます。楽しいツアーでした。参考までに集合場所が私たちは宿泊先ではなかったので少々迎えがくるまでここでいいのか心配でした。バスも乗り合いで米国人が９割近く乗車してて日本人はいないのかと心配になりましたが船着き場で合流できたので安心しました。あとバスの中で妻曰くおもしろい話をスタッフがマイクで話していたそうですが、終始英語なので解らないと退屈です。バスの乗車中、本など子供がひまを紛らわせるおもちゃなどあるといいかなと思いました。

I visited Kailua last January, and since I only did sightseeing then and didn't swim, I made sure to participate this time with the intention of definitely getting into the ocean.

The wind was strong and it was a bit chilly, but I was able to relax and enjoy the beautiful scenery.

There were quite a few participants, but the staff at the shop were efficient in giving instructions, which minimized any time loss, and that was great.

On the way to the beach, I bought breakfast at a small market and enjoyed it on the beach, which was delicious. (I later found out it was a famous market.)

The pizza for lunch was also tasty. The lady at the pizza shop was a fun person.

It was a last-minute trip, but with Alan1, I was able to confirm my reservation immediately, making it easy to plan. I would like to use their services again. Thank you very much.

カイルアには昨年１月に行き、その時は観光のみで泳がなかったので、この次は絶対海に入るぞっと思い、参加しました。

風が強く、少し肌寒かったですが、綺麗な景色でのんびりできました。

結構沢山の参加者でしたが、ショップの方はテキパキと指示されて時間のロスも無く良かったです。

ショップからビーチまで歩いて行く間にある、小さなマーケットで朝ごはんを買ってビーチで食べたのも、美味しかったです。
（あとから有名なマーケットだったとわかりました。）

お昼のピザも美味しかったです。ピザのお店のおばさんも楽しい人でした。

急に決めた旅行でしたが、Alan１さんは申し込み即確約できて、プランが立て易かったです。またお世話になりたいです。有難うございました。

I set out to find the dolphins, riding a ship south from the port on the West Coast. It took a while to spot them, but I finally discovered their dorsal fins bobbing up and down in the distance. Watching their movements and timing my drop into the water, I was determined not to give up until I saw the dolphins, even as the navigator urged us to hurry! When the signal came, I put my face in the water and looked around, but I couldn't see them... However, I could clearly hear their calls! They would definitely come! I shouted in my heart, "We're here!" and continued to chase the pod. When I looked into the water again at the navigator's signal... there they were!! Dozens of them swimming right below me! Overwhelmed with joy, tears filled my goggles. There was no time to cry; I had to swim with them! As I kicked and searched desperately, they came back right next to me! And there were even more dolphins than before!! My mind went blank, and I desperately reached out to get closer. The dolphins continued to swim beneath us, and even when we were on the ship, they stayed behind us. I wondered if our feelings had reached them... "A huge success!!!" I high-fived with the navigator! We then headed a bit north to the snorkeling point. There, deep in the ocean, the sea turtle principal quietly guarded everything in the sea. Colorful little fish swam around, and when I threw them some bread, they bravely approached to eat. I felt like I had forgotten everything that had happened and had become one with the ocean. After that, everyone enjoyed paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling as the lessons came to an end. On the way back to the port, we filled our stomachs with handmade cheeseburgers (they were really delicious!), relaxed to the crew's live ukulele performance, and danced to the Nanakuri Ondo, feeling the rhythm... Everything was so much fun, and I was extremely satisfied!!!! Swimming was honestly tough, but I decided in my heart that I would definitely go see the dolphins again. It was an activity that made me sweat and truly enjoy! I highly recommend it!!!

イルカ先生達を探して、西海岸の港からShipに乗ってしばらく南下。なかなか巡り会えずでしたが、遠くの方でチラリチラリと浮き沈みする、先生達の背びれを発見。イルカ先生たちの動きと、dropするタイミングを見ていざ海へ!ﾅﾋﾞｹﾞｰﾀｰの『早く早く~!!』という声に若干焦りながらも、イルカ先生達を見るまでは絶対に諦めない!と必死に着いていきました。合図と共に顔を水につけ辺りを見回したけど、姿が見えない･･･。でも、イルカ先生達の鳴き声がはっきりと聞こえる!絶対に来てくれる!『私たちはココに居るよ!』と強く心で叫び、群れを追い続けること暫く。。再びﾅﾋﾞｹﾞｰﾀｰの合図で海の中を覗くと・・いた!!何十頭も真下を泳いでるじゃないの！あまりの嬉しさに、ｺﾞｰｸﾞﾙの中で涙が溢れてきた。泣いてる場合じゃない、もっと一緒に泳がなきゃ!と一生懸命水を蹴り探していると、、、手が届きそうなくらいの真横に戻ってきた!!しかも、さっきよりもたくさんのイルカ先生たちが!!頭が真っ白になって、とにかく必死に近付こうと手を伸ばしてた。。その後もイルカ先生たちは私達の下を泳いだり、Shipにあがっている時も後ろに居てくれた。私達の想いが伝わったのかな･･･と。『大成功~っ!!!』とﾅﾋﾞｹﾞｰﾀｰとﾊｲﾀｯﾁ!!! 少し北上してｼｭﾉｰｹﾘﾝｸﾞﾎﾟｲﾝﾄへ。そこには海底深くに海ガメ校長がひっそりと居て海の全てを守っているかのようだった。周りには小さな色鮮やかな魚たちが泳ぎ、パンをあげると、食べようと頑張って近付いてくる。。今までの出来事で全てを忘れ、海と一つになれたような気がした。その後も、パドボやカヤック、シュノーケリングと皆それぞれが楽しみ授業も終盤。港に戻るShipでは、手作りチーズバーガーでお腹を満たし（ほんとに美味しかった！）、クルーのウクレレ生演奏で心を癒し、ナナクリ音頭を踊ってノリノリ･･･。とにかく全てが楽しくて、とっっっっても満足!!!!泳ぐのは正直大変だったけど、またイルカ先生達に必ず会いに行こう、と心に決めたのでした。心から汗をかき、心から楽しめたアクティビティでした！オススメです！！！

The beauty of the ocean and the sea turtles made the children very happy. I also think the staff were kind and responsive.

海の美しさやウミガメなど、子供たちは大喜びでした。スタッフの皆さんも親切で、対応もよかったと思います。

We took advantage of the opportunity to try snuba. Jamie was great! He helped us feel comfortable very quickly so that we could enjoy ourselves. He was a perfect tour guide under the water, pointing out unique bits of corral and things living within the corral, dusting things off as we went.

The Captain worked hard to help us find unique and interesting things to see as we sailed - made for great pictures and gave us a better understanding of the wildlife and the environment they live in.

The crew on board were fantastic hosts! So helpful and cheerful! They all worked really hard to make sure we were safe and happy and well fed...all with a smile! We really appreciated all of their efforts to make us welcome!

Mahalo! Mahalo! Mahalo!

I participated in an afternoon cruise. I drove a rental car to the meeting point for the tour. The weather was nice, and the boat didn't rock much, but while I was fiddling with my camera and looking for my belongings, I started to feel a bit queasy. Since it takes time to get to Kealakekua Bay, I think it's better to take it slow and enjoy the view outside for a while after boarding.

The sea was very beautiful, and I could see all the way to the bottom. There were also many small fish. The boat was equipped not only with snorkeling sets but also with floaties and some kind of tool that allows you to look into the water without putting your face in it.

Only the consent form for the first tour was available in Japanese, but everything on the boat was in English. Since they also discuss safety precautions, I wouldn't recommend it for someone who doesn't understand English at all.

On the way back, we encountered dolphins, and they swam alongside the boat for a while, so we were able to enjoy some dolphin watching. It was a very satisfying tour.

アフタヌーンクルーズに参加しました。ツアーの集合地点まではレンタカーで。天気は良く船も揺れなかったのですが、カメラをいじったり荷物を探したりしていたら少し酔いそうになりました。ケアラケクア湾へは時間がかかるので乗ってしばらくはゆっくり外を眺めていた方が良いと思います。
海はとても綺麗で底の方まで見渡せました。小さな魚もたくさんいます。船にはシュノーケリングセットだけでなく浮き輪や、顔を水につけずに水を覗き込める道具（？）等も準備されていました。
最初のツアーへの参加同意書のみ日本語の紙も用意されていましたが、船の中では全て英語です。注意事項等も話されるのでまったく英語がわからない人にはおすすめできないと思います。
帰りにはイルカに遭遇し、しばらく船と一緒に泳いでくれたのでイルカウォッチングまで楽しめました。とても満足のいくツアーでした。

I was able to see sea turtles up close in an unreal space, and I had a great time with the friendly staff! If I have the chance again, I would love to return.

非現実的な空間でウミガメも近くで見ることが出来たうえ、気さくなスタッフの方と一緒に楽しい時間が過ごせました！
また機会がありましたら、リピしたいと思います。

I participated in the afternoon session on March 19. It seems there had been a lot of rain just before, causing many cancellations, but the weather was great that day and I didn't feel cold at all. In any case, I thoroughly enjoyed the wonderful scenery. It was my first experience with the beautiful sea and sandy beach (although the sea didn't completely recede that day...). I was satisfied to see sea turtles, rays, and pufferfish up close. This excitement can't be conveyed through photos alone. I definitely recommend participating. The staff was friendly, and the barbecue was delicious.

3月19日の午後の部に参加しました。直前は雨が多く催行中止が多かったようですが、この日はいい天気で寒さも感じませんでした。ともかくすばらしい風景で満喫しました。きれいな海と砂浜（この日は完全に海水がなくなることはありませんでしたが・・・）で、初めての体験です。ウミガメ・エイ・フグも至近で見られ満足しました。写真だけではこの感動は伝えられません。是非参加されることをお勧めします。
スタッフも親切でバ−ベキュ−もおいしかったです。

My husband & I are in Oahu in our honeymoon and we saw this and had to book it. The staff is so friendly and helpful! We sat on the nets, which going there was fun and what you would expect, but after snorkeling they take you sailing for a unique look at the island, but beware if you are sitting on the net..you WILL get soaked...but it truly is so much fun! They take you to the reef where turtles go to go their backs cleaned by fish. My recommendation when you swim to watch the turtles is to hang out on the side of the group. Most people will huddle over the turtles, but the have to come up for air, so if you are not in the chunk of people you will get a closer look because they will head your way for air! We saw lots of them and even some baby turtles! The fish in the water are beautiful as well and will swim all around you. I think it is definitely worth the $51! Book today and don't forget your underwater camera like I did!

I participated in the tour on the afternoon of March 20. The wind was strong and it was a bit chilly. At the shallowest point, it was about knee-deep.

It was indeed a very beautiful view, and the seawater was clear. I was very impressed when we got off the boat and walked to the sandbar. However, once we reached the sandbar, there wasn't much to do. It might be good to bring a beach ball or something, but walking from the boat to the sandbar is quite challenging, so it might be better not to bring anything...

As for activities at the sandbar, the only things to do are taking photos of the guests (for a fee) and filming a DVD (for a fee). So, until that is finished, we couldn't return to the boat, leaving us with nothing to do. Since it's shallow, we couldn't swim either. Most people were just wading in the water (since it gets cold when you get out), almost like taking a bath.

There were many beginners in snorkeling, and with so many people, it was more about following the staff's instructions and just swimming forward rather than enjoying it slowly. I think it would be better to do snorkeling at a different location.

I was a bit disappointed, especially since my expectations were high.

3/20の午後のツアーに参加しました。
風が強くて、肌寒かったです。
一番浅いところで、膝くらいでしたか。

確かにとても美しい眺めで、海水もきれいです。
ボートから降りて、サンドバーまで歩く時はとても感激しました。
ただ、サンドバーについてからはやることがなく、
ビーチボールか何か持っていけば良いのかもしれませんが
おそらくボートから降りてサンドバーまで歩くのは結構大変なので、何も持たない方が良いかと…

サンドバーですることといえば、お客さんの写真（有料）をとることと、DVD（有料）を撮ること。
なので、それが終わるまでボートに帰ることもできず、何もすることがない状態です。
浅いので泳ぐこともできません。
ほとんどの方が海につかって（出ると寒いので）お風呂状態？？という感じ。

シュノーケリングも初心者が多く、人数も多いこともあって、ゆっくり楽しむというより、スタッフのかたの指示通り、とにかく泳いで進む！
シュノーケリングは別の場所でやる方が良いと思いました。

期待が大きかっただけに、少し残念でした。