Reviewed by: Viki
It was my first time snorkeling. Couldn’t have chosen a better start. The crew was so supportive and encouraging. I hardly wanted to get out of the water once i got the hang of it. Now i cant wait for the next time I get to go snorkeling. The food on board was great. Towels weren’t mentioned in items to bring so i assumed they had towels. First timers mistake, so get your towels.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Amanda & William
Awesome trip, boat crew fantastic, captain Mike made sure we saw dolphins and whales, as well as a great trip up the Na Pali coast, would highly recommend this to everyone!
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| Packages: | Morning Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/30 |
Reviewed by: JandJ
Super fun! A friend booked it for us and we had a blast! Staff were friendly and super helpful and telling us where to go and what to expect!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/10 |
Reviewed by: LLandMar
The sandbar is so much fun! We got to go with 2 other couple friends and we had a blast. The weather was perfect and the staff were super helpful in letting us know where to kayak to and the time expectations to get to each location point
Aloha LL and Mar! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! We really appreciate that. I am so glad to hear that our staff treated you well and that you had a great kayaking experience with us and made it to the sandbar! Hope to see you again soon for another sandbar kayaking adventure! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/10 |
Reviewed by: YoSar
Super fun! They tell you where to go to get the clearest water and snorkel depending on the weather and climate of that day too! So much fun!
Aloha! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! That's great. Stoked to hear you had a great experience kayaking with us and that it sounds like you picked a really good weather and conditions day. We hope to see you again soon for another Kane'ohe Bay kayaking adventure! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/10 |
Reviewed by: るるぴ
It was a full moon and low tide, which should have been about 1 ft, but when I got there, the water level was up to an adult's waist. It turns out that achieving a perfect low tide with white sand is quite miraculous.
The ocean in Hawaii in November was colder than I expected, and Japanese tourists quickly got back on the boat. It seemed like Westerners stayed in the water a bit longer since they tend to have lower body temperatures.
When we arrived, it was gloomy due to the rain, but about 20 minutes after reaching the heavenly sea, the sun came out. You really can't know what Hawaii's ocean is like until you experience it.
There is a staff member who speaks Japanese, so it's okay if you don't understand English. As others have mentioned, on the way back, they stop by the famous malasada food truck "Leonard's." While there's a long line at the store on the Waikiki side, you don't have to wait here, which is great!
満月で干潮、1ftのはずだったけれど、現地に行ってみたら大人の腰の高さの水位。
やはり、白砂の上がる完璧な干潮は、かなり奇跡に近いことが分かる。
11月のハワイの海は思ったより寒く、日本人観光客は早々にボートに上がってきました。欧米人は体温が低いので、わりと長く海に入っていたように思います。
現地に着いた時は、雨でどよーんとしていたが、天国の海に着いて20分程したら晴れ間が。ハワイの海は行ってみたいと分からないものです。
クルースタッフには、日本語を話すお姉さんがいるので、英語が分からなくても大丈夫。他の人も書いていましたが、帰りにマラサダの名店「レナーズ」のフードトラックに寄ってくれます。ワイキキ側の店舗では買うのに行列ですが、ここは並ばなくて良いので◎。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating in the tour. I'm glad to hear that the weather cleared up and that you enjoyed the tour. Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はツアーへのご参加、誠にありがとうございました
なんとか晴れたみたいで、ツアーを楽しんで頂けて嬉しく思います。
またハワイに来た際には是非ツアーにご参加くださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン(2023年3月までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/12/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/09 |
Reviewed by: Christian
. It was the best excursion we had on the island, customer service, the boat, the crew, the food it was definitely a white glove experience. You have to do this excursion don’t waste your money on a luau do this excursion instead
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| Packages: | Maalaea Harbor Departure [6:30 AM - 2:30 PM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/28 |
Reviewed by: Kwii
I was waiting near the lobby of the designated hotel for the morning gathering, but it seems I was at the wrong location (it was actually next to the lobby, in the parking space on Kaiulani Avenue), so I kept everyone waiting a bit.
On the way to Sandbar, the driver introduced various shops visible from the car window. It seems that malasadas were recommended, and we were able to stop by Leonard's food truck on the way back to purchase some.
Upon arrival, a representative from Captain Bruce's provided a thorough explanation, and there was someone who spoke Japanese as well.
We moved to the boat, and while we were required to take off our shoes, we were allowed to keep our reef shoes on.
The boat had snacks, juice, and warm drinks available, and everyone was free to eat and drink as they pleased.
Everyone started snorkeling at the same time. Since there were many people, those at the front were kicked or bumped into. There is a designated swimming area, but I recommend keeping a good distance from others within that area. The sea was very beautiful, and I was able to see sea turtles several times!
After swimming for a while, I accidentally swallowed a lot of seawater and started to feel a bit unwell. A woman from Captain Bruce's came over to check on me, and I was able to rest on a float, which was a great help. When we returned to the boat, it was really cold. I think it would be good to have a jacket that can get wet and a few larger towels. There are warm drinks available, but you'll want to go to the restroom... By the way, there is one shared restroom on the boat. I didn't use it myself (laughs).
After that, I lightly experienced stand-up paddleboarding, but towards the end, it was so cold that I was huddled on the boat (laughs).
The sea was very beautiful, and snorkeling was fun. The only disappointment was that we couldn't walk on the beach due to high tide.
朝集合の際、指定ホテルのロビー近くで待っていましたが、場所が違ったようで(実際はロビー横、カイウラニアベニューの駐車スペース)少し待たせてしまいました。
サンドバーへ向かう途中、運転手の方が車窓から見える色んなお店を紹介してくれました。マラサダがオススメのようで帰りにレナーズのワゴン車(キッチンカー?)に寄ってくれて購入できました。
到着するとキャプテンブルースの方が一通りの説明をしてくれて、日本語を話せる方もいました。
船に移動し、靴は脱ぐことになっていましたがリーフシューズは履いたままでOKでした。
船にはお菓子やジュース、温かい飲み物が置いてあり、みんな自由に食べたり飲んだりしていました。
シュノーケルから全員スタート。
一斉にスタートしたので人数が多く、始めの方は前の人に蹴られたりひました。泳げるエリアが決まっていますが、その中でもうまく距離を取ることをおすすめします。笑
海がとても綺麗で何度かウミガメを見ることもできました!
しばらく泳いだ後、たくさん海水を飲んでしまい少し気分が悪くなってしまったときに、キャプテンブルースの女性が声をかけてくれ、浮き輪に乗せてもらい休憩することごでき助かりました。
その後船に戻るととにかく寒かったです。持ち物にある濡れてもいい上着、あと大き目のタオルは何枚かあると良いと思いました。温かい飲み物もありますがトイレに行きたくなってしまうので…。
ちなみに船には共有トイレが1つあります。自分は使用しませんでした(笑
その後軽くサップも体験しましたが、最後の方は寒くてずっと船でうずくまっていました(笑)
海はとても綺麗でした。シュノーケルも楽しかったです。
残念だったのは満潮で砂浜を歩けなかったことくらいです。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We sincerely appreciate receiving your tour report. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed snorkeling. Please join us again when you come back to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はツアーへのご参加、誠にありがとうございました。
ツアーリポートを頂きましたことを心より感謝申し上げます。シュノーケリング楽しんで頂けて嬉しく思います。
またハワイに来た際には是非ツアーにご参加くださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン(2023年3月までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/02 |
Reviewed by: Sea
We travelled to the Oahu to enjoy our vacation and thought about to explore the Kaneohe Bay. And then we found out the Kayak Kaneohe activity online and we booked it! The trip is way beyond our expectation. Before the activity date, the trip organizer will send us all the detailed information about the activity date, etc where to meet, the kayak route. On the activity date, although we were about 15 minutes late, the trip organizer still waited us there and didn't complain anything. When we arrived, he helped us to equip the Kayak to our car and taught us how to wear the safe jacket and pull the Kayak into the water. He is super nice and knowledgeable.
It took us around 1 hour to Kayak to the sandbar. The view was very nice during the Kayak experience. When we arrived the sandbar, although the weather was not very nice but the water was still super clean. We have snorkeled in the Sandbar about half an hour and then we kayaked back to the harbor point. The whole trip took us about 4 hours. Although the Kayak was a little bit challenging, we still highly recommend to book this trip! It was very fun to explore the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar!
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| Packages: | Review Rebate Special - Buy One, Get One FREE! 4-Hour Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Kayak |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/26 |
Reviewed by: Elisha
My partner & I went on my birthday and it will always be a day to remember. The crew and staff were brilliant. The music was beautiful and the views just take your breath away. I highly recommend the banana boat and biscuit water rides.
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| Packages: | Afternoon All-Inclusive Tour w/ Lunch, Banana Boat & Bumper Tube |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/03 |
Reviewed by: Rania
We spent a wonderful half day. Saw many fish, corals & one turtle. The crew was helpful & joking with us the whole time. Food was nice & tasty.
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| Packages: | Snorkeling Only |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/13 |
Reviewed by: ririka
I participated once before the COVID-19 pandemic and had a very valuable experience, so I joined again after about three years! On the day I participated, the wind was strong and the waves were high, which reduced the water's clarity. As a result, when the honu dove, it quickly became hard to see them, and I didn't spot them as often as during my previous visit. However, I was able to see a few honu, and just as I was about to head back to the boat, I spotted a large pod of dolphins in the distance. One of them jumped high like in a dolphin show, and I was so excited! Just when I thought the excitement couldn't get any better, the pod of dolphins started swimming towards us, and in the end, I was able to swim with the dolphins too! It was the best experience to encounter both honu and dolphins!
コロナ禍前に一度参加し、大変貴重な体験ができたため、約3年ぶりに参加させて頂きました!
私が参加した日は風が強く波が高かったため、海の透明度が低く、ホヌが潜ってしまうとすぐに見えなくなってしまい、前回参加した際よりもホヌを見える回数があまり多くありませんでした。しかし、何度かホヌを見ることができたため、船に戻ろうとしたところ、遠くにイルカの大群を見つけ、一匹はイルカショーのように大きくジャンプしてくれて、大興奮していました!大興奮していたのも束の間、だんだんとイルカの大群が私たちの方に泳いできて、最終的にはイルカとも泳ぐことができました‼︎
ホヌもともイルカとも出会えて最高の体験でした‼︎
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/02 |
Reviewed by: まめた
It was a particularly windy day, and perhaps because it was somewhat cloudy, the water was cold, and everyone was getting in with blue lips. The water was about adult chest height, making it quite difficult for a 5-year-old to move around without assistance. It may not have been suitable for small children. There were other kids present, but they all seemed to be in a bad mood after getting in the water. The babies were crying loudly. Since it was quite cold after entering the water, I recommend bringing a long-sleeved change of clothes.
However, the guides were all friendly and kindly explained things in broken Japanese. I think it would have been enjoyable if the weather had been nice and there hadn't been any wind.
ちょうど風が強い日で、曇り気味だったせいか、水が冷たくてみなさん唇真っ青になりながら水に入っていました。大人の胸くらいまで水深で、5歳児にとっては補助なしでは水の中を移動するのもやっとでした。小さい子ども向けのアクティビティではなかったかもしれません。他にもお子さんがいらっしゃいましたが、どの子も入水後は機嫌が悪そうでした。ましてや赤ちゃんなんてギャン泣きしてました。入水後かなり寒かったので長袖の着替えを持っていくことをお勧めします。
でも、ガイドさんたちはみんなフレンドリーで日本語もカタコトながら親切に説明してくれました。天気が良くて、風さえなければ楽しかったと思います。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/23 |
Reviewed by: MM and Family
Staff was awesome. Boat was comfortabe and accommodating. There were eight of us and we had a great time. Plenty of snacks and food.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/23 |
Reviewed by: aloha
There’s no point in going out to sea just to see nothing but water.
The text should clearly state that the beach is not visible during the travel time. If I had known that, I wouldn’t have made the reservation.
ただ船で行く海の中www
砂浜も見えないただの海で行く意味なし。
もっとわかりやすく本文に、行く時間に砂浜が見えないことを記載するべき。それがわかっていたら予約してない。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/05 |
Reviewed by: Boymom107
This was such a fun snorkeling tour!! Food was delicious and the entertainment was on point. Natalie treated our family so well. Will definitely re book the next time we make another trip to Honolulu.
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| Packages: | 10:00 AM Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/23 |
Reviewed by: Angie
This was such an amazing adventure for my teen daughter and I. We were served the most delicious cinnamon rolls with fruit for breakfast as we cruised to the Molokini crater. The snorkeling was unbelievable! At the next stop we swam with turtles. Once back on the boat the captain served up a delicious chicken, rice and salad lunch. Plenty of seconds too! Great POG drinks and ice cream to finish off the trip. The last 15 minutes of sailing through the trade winds was also a blast!
Thank you for everything guys! 5 stars!!
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| Packages: | [7:00 AM] Discover Molokini Snorkel Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/21 |
Reviewed by: Katherine
This was our family’s first ever experience, snorkeling. We did not use the transportation, but drove ourselves. Parking was easy. The check-in process was smooth and on time. The crew was friendly, professional, and extremely entertaining. Sandbar volleyball was a lot of fun and lunch was delicious. We saw so many sea turtles on our way to the reef. We are beginners and the reef size was perfect for us to go all the way around and see lots of fish and turtles. This was a wonderful experience for our first trip to Hawaii and we would definitely recommend.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/22 |
Reviewed by: こくとう
The staff was humorous and made the trip enjoyable. During snorkeling, they let us know when there were turtles, and we encountered several! During the free time afterward, we were able to rent boards and floats, allowing everyone to freely enjoy the beautiful sea!
ユーモアのあるスタッフが対応してくれて移動も楽しかったです。
シュノーケルでは亀がいたら教えてくれて何匹も遭遇できました!
その後の自由時間ではボードを借りたり浮き輪を借りたりで各々自由に綺麗な海を満喫できました!
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed the tour and were able to see many sea turtles! Please join us again when you come to Hawaii. All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はツアーへのご参加、誠にありがとうございました。
沢山のウミガメを見る事が出来てツアーを楽しんで頂けて嬉しく思います!
またハワイに来た際には是非ツアーにご参加くださいませ。スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン(2023年3月までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/19 |
Reviewed by: ひろこ
The sandbar didn't appear due to the tide, but I had a great time playing in the sea with paddleboarding in the shallow waters. During snorkeling, I saw various fish around the coral reefs and even encountered a sea turtle. The water clarity was disappointing, but that might have been due to the weather, which was rainy and then clear. The staff were all very friendly, and there were staff members who spoke Japanese, which was really helpful as they kindly explained things in Japanese after the English instructions. Anyway, I was really happy to enjoy the sea activities even at this age.
潮の加減でサンドバーは現れなかったけど、浅瀬でのパドルボードを使っての海遊びなど、すごく楽しめました。
シュノーケリングでは、サンゴ礁の周りでは色々な魚たちが見えたし、海ガメにも会えました。
海の透明度は期待外れでしたが…。雨が降ったりやんだりの天候だったせいかも…。
スタッフは皆さんとてもフレンドリーでしたし、日本語の話せるスタッフもいて、英語での説明をもう一度日本語で丁寧に説明してくれてとても助かりました。
とにかく、この年になっても海遊びが楽しめたこと、嬉しかったです。
Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
Unfortunately, it seems the weather was not great, but we are glad to hear that you enjoyed activities like snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding!
We also appreciate your kind words about our staff.
We believe that on a sunny day, you would see a different sandbar, so please join us again when you come back to Hawaii.
All of our staff are looking forward to welcoming you back.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はツアーへのご参加、誠にありがとうございました。
あいにく天候は悪かったみたいですが、シュノーケリングやSUPなどツアーを楽しんで頂けて嬉しく思います!
また、スタッフにもお褒めのお言葉をいただきありがとうございました。
晴天ではまた違ったサンドバーが見れると思いますので、またハワイに来た際には是非ツアーにご参加くださいませ。
スタッフ一同心よりお待ち申し上げております。
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| Packages: | 午後プラン(2023年3月までのご参加) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/28 |
Reviewed by: Khoa
The crew was great and was very friendly. Made my experience terrific.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/18 |
Reviewed by: Kaz
I was able to see stunning scenery such as the lava of Kilauea and waterfalls on coastal cliffs that you can't see from the drive. The bilingual pilot and guide had extensive knowledge, and I enjoyed the experience more than I expected.
ドライブでは見られないキラウェアの溶岩や海岸の絶壁にある滝等、圧巻の景色を見ることができました。バイリンガルのパイロット兼ガイドの知識も豊富で想定以上に楽しむことができました。
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Awesome day on the Sandbar!!! They literally provide you with TONS to do. Better than guided tours!
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
This was the best night of our trip, such a relaxing evening.
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| Packages: | Na Pali Sunset Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/15 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Liked the smaller boat vibe! we saw a lot of manta rays
Aloha Kara,
We are so happy the crew was able to provide a memorable experience for your group, and all returning customers receive a 20% repeater discount. We hope to see you again!
Mahalo,
Team Iruka Hawaii
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| Packages: | Manta Ray Night Snorkel with Sunset Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/14 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Crystal clear waters, fun to go through sea caves, thrilling
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| Packages: | 5-hour South Kona Expedition with Lunch (3 Snorkel Stops) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/12 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Lots to see at the crater! Colorful fish of all different types!
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| Packages: | Maui Afternoon Snorkel with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/09 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Nothing as beautiful as the Na Pali Coast, a must do every time we visit
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| Packages: | Na Pali Sunset Dinner Cruise |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/09 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Very simple snorkeling just off Waikiki Beaches, nothing crazy but fun to get out and see some fish life!
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/03 |
Reviewed by: April Rachal-Burson
If you’re looking for snorkeling cruise this is the one you should choose!! Everything about this cruise was wonderful. The staff were friendly and fun and made everyone feel at home . The food and drinks were good and they made sure you felt comfortable in the water and on the ship. Will recommend this trip to anyone that want to cruise or snorkel.
Thank you for your review and for joining us on the Four Winds II!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/24 |
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Aloha J and J! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! That is great and we really appreciate it. So glad to hear our staff took good care of you and you had a great kayaking experience with us. Hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!