All Reviews for Kaneohe Sandbar, Oahu

I think it's a good idea to check the tide levels in the morning and afternoon of the available days and book at the best timing. The weather is hard to predict, but on the day I participated, it was cloudy at first, but gradually cleared up, and it felt really nice. The water was shallow enough to reach my ankles. I was also able to see sea turtles. It was a lot of fun!

潮位は、参加可能な日の午前、午後、で調べてベストのタイミングで申し込まれると良いと思います。
天気はなんとも予想できませんが、私が参加した日は雲っていましたがだんだんと晴れ間が出てきまして、とても気持ちが良かったです。
一番浅いところでくるぶしくらいまで下がりました。
海ガメも見ることができました。
とても楽しかったです！

- Sandbar walk
- Snorkeling
- Lunch (BBQ buffet)
- Free time (we experienced stand-up paddleboarding!)

This is the flow of the tour mentioned above. The sandbar depends on the tide, but when we went, the water was about knee-deep. I thought it would be best to go when the tide is completely out, and honestly, I was a bit unsure since it wasn't low tide, but it was no problem at all! Even with some water, it was incredibly beautiful! There was plenty of free time, so we took lots of photos! (Since the tour time is fixed, it might be difficult to perfectly match it with low tide...)

During snorkeling, we encountered three sea turtles! It was amazing! The guide said it was a sea turtle festival that day (laughs)!

The captain and all the staff were very kind, and I highly recommend this tour! You can really feel the essence of Hawaii!

･サンドバーウォーク
･シュノーケル
･昼食(BBQバイキング)
･自由時間(私たちはサップ体験！)

上記のような流れのツアーです。
サンドバーは潮の満ち引きの状況もありますが、私たちの時はひざ下位の深さありました。サンドバーは絶対潮が完全に引いてる時がいい!!と思ってて、正直行くまでは干潮じゃないから少し微妙かな〜と思ってましたが、全然問題ありませんでした！少し水があってもとっても綺麗でした！！自由な時間もたっぷり取ってあるので写真たくさん撮りました！
(ツアーの時間も決まってるので完全に干潮と合わせるのは難しい…かな？)

シュノーケルでは3匹のウミガメに会えました！感動しました！この日はウミガメ祭りだ(ガイドさんいわく笑)って言われてました！

キャプテン、ガイドさんはじめスタッフ皆さんとても優しい方でこのツアーはとてもオススメです！ハワイを感じられます！

Hawaii is known for its beautiful seas, but the milky blue sandbar was absolutely stunning!
Snorkeling requires some stamina, but you can swim with sea turtles.
We brought our 9-month-old baby, and since everyone on the tour was a mom, we were able to enjoy ourselves while being well taken care of.
I had heard that the tides are lower around the new moon and full moon, so I researched online and went on a nearby date.
As a result, we were able to enjoy the water at a depth of about knee-high!

どこも海がキレイなハワイですが、ミルキーブルーのサンドバーは最高にきれいでした！
シュノーケリングは体力がいりますが、ウミガメと一緒に泳げます。
9ヶ月の赤ちゃん連れでしたが、ツアーの皆さんは全員ママさんということもあり可愛がっていただきながら楽しむことができました。
新月、満月付近が潮引くと聞いていたため事前にサイトで調べ近しい日に行きました。
結果膝くらいまでの水位で楽しむことができました！

I finally landed on the sandbar that I've wanted to visit for a long time after seeing it on TV! I participated at the timing when the tide was at its lowest during this trip, but the water only receded to knee level, so I couldn't actually land! However, I had plenty of fun with the free rentals of kayaks, SUPs, and snorkeling gear.

The lunch provided was not exactly satisfying, but since it was a meal on the boat, it felt delicious. This time, I brought my daughter along, and my husband and I were worried that we might disturb other guests, but everyone was warm and welcoming, which was great. On top of that, we were really lucky and happy to see a sea turtle!

前々からテレビ等で観ていて行ってみたかったサンドバーに上陸⁈して来ました。
今回の旅程の中では1番潮が引いたタイミングを選んでの参加でしたが
当方膝下レベルまでしか潮が引いておらず、上陸とはなりませんでした！
しかしながら無料レンタルのカヤック、SUP、シュノーケリングなどなどで
充分楽しめました。
昼食内容は決して満足レベルではありませんが、船上での食事という事で
美味しく感じる事が出来ました。
今回は娘も連れて参加の為、他のお客様に迷惑になってしまうかもと
夫婦で心配していましたが、皆さんにも暖かくお仲間にして頂けて良かったです。
おまけにウミガメも見れて本当にラッキー&ハッピーでした。

The sandy beach was not visible, and there was water everywhere. However, the crew was kind, the stand-up paddleboarding was fun, the barbecue was delicious, and it was great to see sea turtles! It's best not to have high expectations for just the sandbar! Motion sickness medication is a must.

砂浜はでておらず、ずっと水がある状態でした。でも、クルーは親切、サップは楽しく、バーベキューも美味しく、ウミガメも見れてよかったです！サンドバーのみの期待は、しない方がいいです！酔い止め必須です。

I participated in January! The staff on the boat were really great! However, it was too cold due to the season. It took a lot of determination to get into the sea. We saw a lot of turtles, and the kids seemed to have a lot of fun. I think we could have enjoyed it even more if the weather had been better!

1月に参加しました！船に乗ってたスタッフさん方はすごいよかった！ただ季節もあって寒すぎました。海に入るのは気合いがいりました。
亀はほんとにたくさん見えて子どもは楽しそうにしてました。季節がよければもっと楽しめたなと思いました！

The weather was clear with not a cloud in sight, and the guide mentioned how lucky we were. Since it was an attraction in the ocean, they kindly explained the precautions, which made me, who had been thinking it would be easy, take things more seriously. I felt a bit anxious, but thanks to their kind guidance, I was able to enjoy it safely. Meeting the sea turtles was the best! I will definitely participate again when I come to Hawaii!

雲一つないお天気で、ガイドさんもラッキーですねとおっしゃってました。海でのアトラクションなので、注意事項も丁寧に教えてくださって、簡単に考えていた私も気を引き締めました。不安も少し出てきましたが、親切に教えてくださって、安全に楽しむ事ができました。ウミガメさんにも会えて最高！ハワイに来たらまた必ず参加します〜

It was truly a breathtaking view, just as seen in the photos. The weather was also great that day, and everything was very beautiful. Unfortunately, I could only see the sea turtles from a distance, but snorkeling was a lot of fun!!

写真で見るように、本当に絶景でした。その日は天気にも恵まれて、とてもキレイでした。ウミガメは残念ながら遠くにいるものが見えただけでしたが、シュノーケルも楽しかったです！！

This is my second time at Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Pacific. No matter how many times I go, I always want to return to this paradise. This time, the depth of the ocean was high, and the water's clarity was lacking, which was a bit disappointing. However, I believe I can't miss Paradise of the Pacific on my next trip to Hawaii.

これで2回目の、キャプテン・ブルース　天国の海です。
何度行っても，また行きたいなと思う天国の海です。
今回は、海の深さが高く、海水の透明感が無かったので少し残念でしたが、
次回のハワイ旅行も、天国の海は外せないと思います。

The instructor's explanation about the precautions to protect the coral reefs was very clear, and I was able to enjoy the beautiful sea. The food was delicious, and the cleanliness was impressive. I truly felt that Captain Bruce lived up to its reputation. I think I will choose Captain Bruce again next time I go.

さんご礁を守るための注意点等、インストラクターの説明がとても分かりやすく、美しい海を楽しめました。
食事も美味しく、清潔感もありました。
流石、キャプテンブルースと思いました。次に行くときも、キャプテンブルースを選ぶと思います。

I had the option to have photos taken, and I was able to get some wonderful pictures. While the posed shots were great, I really loved the casual shots of me just walking on the sandbar; they captured a natural moment that I cherish. I didn't know the purpose of the wetsuit, so I went snorkeling without one and got really cold. I wish they had explained the purpose of the wetsuit beforehand.

オプションで写真撮影をしてもらったので素敵な写真が残せました。ポージング写真はもちろん良いのですが、ほんの数枚あったただサンドバーを歩いているだけの何気ないショットが、自然体でとてもお気に入りの写真になりました。ウエットスーツの用途を知らなかったので着ないでシュノーケリングをしたら震える程寒くなりました。ウエットスーツの用途についても事前に説明してくれれば良いのにと思いました。

Although the weather forecast predicted rain, there were moments when the blue sky peeked through the clouds. I took a walk along the sandbar, which was about knee to waist deep. Despite the current, there were surprisingly many schools of fish, and snorkeling was great. Of course, I also got to see turtles. With the captain's special permission, I was able to try stand-up paddleboarding, and I had a blast! The lunch was delicious too. I would love to go back on a nice day.

雨予報のだったのに、時折青空も覗く曇り空。
膝から腰ぐらいまでの深さのサンドバーの海を散歩して、流れはあったものの意外と魚の群れが多く、シュノーケリングも良かったです。もちろんカメも見れました。
キャプテンの特別許可でサップボードも体験させてもらい、メッチャはしゃいじゃいました(^O^)／
ランチも美味しかったです。
天気の良い日にまた行ってみたいです(^^)v

The crew was amazing and so was the tour. We honestly wanted to pay to do it again. The sandbar was so awesome and snorkeling was so much fun. It was the best experience we had on the island. The hamburger were great and hit the spot. Thanks again to our wonderful crew. It is a memory my whole family will cherish forever

It was truly a heavenly sea!! The sandbar was incredibly beautiful, and we were able to see sea turtles perfectly. Everything, including the stand-up paddleboarding, snorkeling, and wetsuits, was free, so it was a great deal. If I had to mention something, the pickup van had nothing written on it, so I got a bit lost.

まさに天国の海でした！！サンドバーもすごくきれいで、ウミガメもばっちり見れました。サップやシュノーケル、ウェットスーツなどすべて無料なので
お得でした。あえていうなら、ピックアップのバンの車体に何も書いていないので、
迷いました。

The tour I was looking forward to the most in Hawaii! I checked the tide schedule and made a reservation. The catamaran hit the sand at the bottom. The guide mentioned that it was the shallowest it's been recently. The color of the sea is different from other places. It's a gentle color, like emerald green mixed with milk. And then snorkeling! Coral, angelfish, and honu (sea turtles). When I looked up, the guide was pointing; three honu were swimming right beside us. I swam with the honu! The freshly grilled meat was quite delicious, and the guides were friendly and funny. Everyone was satisfied, and it was a fun tour filled with smiles. I highly recommend it. Oh, and the warm malasadas from Leonard's were also delicious.

今回のハワイで1番楽しみにしていたツアー！
潮の満ち引きも調べて申し込みました。
カタン　と船底が砂にぶつかります。
ガイドさんもここ最近で一番浅いですよ〜とおっしゃってました。
海の色が他の所とは違います。
エメラルドグリーンにミルクを混ぜた様な優しい色。
そしてシュノーケリング！
珊瑚　エンゼルフィッシュ　ホヌ(海がめ)
ふっと顔を上げるとガイドさんが指差しています。3匹の親子ホヌが直ぐ側を泳いでいました。
ホヌと一緒に泳いだぁ〜‼︎
焼き立てのお肉はかなり美味しかったしガイドさん達はフレンドリーで面白いし、皆満足　笑顔満載の楽しいツアーでした。お勧めです。
あ、温かいレナーズのマサラダも美味しかったです。

Snorkeling was amazing. I was able to see the sea turtles breathing, swimming, and even sleeping (^^). I was very satisfied! The photo is from the boat.

シュノーケリングが最高でした。
ウミガメが息してる姿も泳いでる姿も寝てる姿も見れました(^^)
大満足でした！
写真は船の上から。

My daughter, who is in the sixth grade, my wife, and I participated together. The pick-up bus was on time, and the driver (I'm sorry, I forgot her name) was super funny. The local staff were really nice as well. The lunch was delicious, and we encountered so many turtles that we almost got tired of it. I think everyone, whether they can swim or not, can enjoy this experience.

小学校6年生の娘、奥様、私の3人でさんかしました。迎えのバスから時間通りだし、運転手のおばちゃん（お名前を忘れてしまいごめんなさい）超面白いし、現地のスタッフの皆さんが本当に良くしてくれました。お昼も美味しいし、亀さんに出会い過ぎて、飽きるくらいでした。泳げる人もそうでない人もみんな楽しめると思います。

It was cloudy, but quite cold. Those planning to go at the end of the year should be careful. The water clarity was a bit murky, but when I looked in while snorkeling, I could see many fish swimming around.

曇りでしたが、かなり寒かったです。年末に行く方は注意してください。
海の透明度は少し濁りぎみでしたが、シュノーケリング時覗き込むと魚がたくさん泳いでるのが見えました。

The sandbar was quite cold in winter, with water levels up to an adult's waist.

I was able to see sea turtles!

Also, the hamburger for lunch was delicious.

I'm glad I was able to take a lot of photos.

サンドバーは冬に行くとなのか、大人の腰まで水位があり、めちゃくちゃ寒かったです。

ウミガメ見れました！

あとランチのハンバーガー美味しかったです。

写真もたくさんとっていただけてよかったです。

Even though it was the ocean, I was surprised to find a shallow area up to my knees! I was worried about getting seasick, but thanks to the guidance of the staff, all ten of us from three generations had a great time and came back happy. I was moved to see sea turtles while snorkeling. Next, I want to stand on a white sandy beach!

沖なのに膝下までの浅瀬にびっくり！
船酔が心配事でしたが、スタッフの方々の案内により三世代10人が皆が楽しんで帰ってきました。
シュノーケリングでウミガメが見られて感動です
次は白い砂浜に立ちたいです！

It was raining and cold since it was winter, but they lent us wetsuits, which made a big difference. We were able to do paddleboarding and watch sea turtles and tropical fish, but it was a bit disappointing that the sea was murky due to the rain. The downside of making a reservation in advance is that you can't predict the weather. It seems that tips were not included in the experience cost, so we paid when we got off the boat. The masala and barbecue were very delicious.

I recommend bringing a waterproof case for your smartphone so you can take pictures underwater.

I lowered my rating by one star because the shuttle bus driver seemed to be in a bad mood, appearing a bit angry both going and returning (we signed the consent form in the car, but he threw the completed form in front of the car), which was a bit scary.

雨が降っていて、冬だったので寒かったのですが、ウエットスーツを貸していただけたので、だいぶ違いました。
パドルボートもウミガメ、熱帯魚ウォッチングもできましたが、雨のせいで海が濁っていたのが、少し残念です。
事前に予約していくと、天気までは予測できない点がデメリットですね。
体験費用にはチップは含まれていないようで、船を降りるときに払いました。
マサラダとバーベキューはとても美味しかったです。

スマホの防水ケースを持っていくと、海の中で写真が撮れるのでお勧めです。

星を１つ下げたのは、送迎バス運転手さん、機嫌が悪いのか、行きも帰りも少し怒っているような感じで（同意書を車で書いたのですが、書き終えた同意書を受けっとって車の前のところに投げたり）少し怖かったです。

The tour was cool and a nice memory !
Walking and playing beach volleyball in the middle of the ocean ! Also saw lots of seaturtles !! Awesome ! Nice tour !

Although it was unfortunately rainy, the staff created a fun atmosphere and kept the spirits high. The sandbar, even under cloudy skies, had shallow areas with different colors of seawater, creating a unique sensation that you don't find in Japan. I was able to see many sea turtles, and while snorkeling, I saw plenty of coral reefs and fish. The BBQ hamburger was incredibly delicious, truly embodying the experience of having a hamburger at an American BBQ. I would love to go back on a sunny day.

あいにくの雨でしたが、スタッフの方々が盛り上げてくれて楽しい雰囲気を作ってくれてました。
サンドバーは曇っていても深い海の中に海水の色が違う浅瀬が、日本にはない不思議な感覚になり楽しく、ウミガメも沢山見ることが出来、シュノーケリングでも珊瑚礁や魚を沢山見ることが出来ました。
そして、BBQハンバーガーは「これがアメリカのBBQで食べるハンバーガー」ってかんじで大変美味しかったです。
晴れた日にもう一度行きたいです。

The weather was unfortunately a bit cold, but the dreamlike sandbar and the experiences of snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) were really enjoyable. Especially with SUP, my partner improved quickly, and I guess having a strong lower body is an advantage (laughs). I would like to challenge myself again.
Also, the sandwiches and potato chips we had on the boat were the best. I ended up buying a lot of potato chips as souvenirs for myself.

あいにくの天候で少し寒かったけど、あこがれのサンドバー、そしてシュノーケリングやＳＵＰ体験はとても楽しかったです。特にＳＵＰはパートナーの方が上達が早く、やはり下半身がしっかりしているほうが向いているのでしょうか（笑）またチャレンジしたいと思います。
それから、船上で食したサンドイッチとポテトチップが最高でした。ポテトチップは自分用のお土産としてタップリ買い込んでしまうほどでした。

The weather was bad and cold, so the water's clarity was poor, which was a bit disappointing... However, I found that getting into the sea was a little warmer than being on the boat.

I was satisfied because I saw plenty of fish and turtles! 😊

天気が悪い上に寒かったので、海の透明度も悪く、少しがっかり…。
ただ、船の上にいるより、思い切って海へ入ったほうが少し暖かい。

魚も亀もいっぱい見れたので満足です(^^）

I was looking forward to the sandbar!
On the day, there was a downpour, but I was able to enjoy snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding.
The BBQ lunch was delicious, and I went back for seconds multiple times!
The staff were friendly, took lots of photos, and chatted with us, making it a great experience.

楽しみにしていたサンドバー！
当日はスコールもありましたが、シュノーケリング、サップも楽しむことができました。
ランチのBBQはおいしくて何度もお替りしました！
スタッフの方も気さくで、たくさん写真をとってくれてり、お話してくれたり良き経験をすることができました。

It was a cloudy day during the rainy season, but I was able to enjoy it without any downpours. I was amazed when a sandbar suddenly appeared from a depth of 10 meters! I didn't bring reef shoes, so I walked barefoot, which was a bit painful on the soles of my feet (laughs). During snorkeling, I was really happy to see beautiful fish and sea turtles up close! I want to visit Hawaii during the best season next time!

雨季で生憎の曇り空でしたが、スコールが降ることなく楽しめました。水深10mのところから急にサンドバーが現れて感動！リーフシューズを持参していなかったので、裸足で歩きましたが少し足裏が痛かったです（笑）シュノーケリングでは、綺麗な魚たち、ウミガメを間近で見ることが出来て本当に嬉しかった！次はベストシーズンの時にHawaiiに訪れたいと思いました！

The weather in Hawaii in January was not great. This time, there was light rain from the morning, it was a bit chilly, and the wind was quite strong, which made me worry. However, the staff created a very fun and bright atmosphere for the participants who were feeling down. When we actually arrived at the sandbar, the rain stopped, and the water was surprisingly not too cold (everyone borrowed free wetsuits). After taking photos at the sandbar and returning to the boat, we saw a sea turtle swimming around the boat. Everyone's low spirits instantly lifted, and we started taking lots of pictures. There was also a snorkeling lesson in shallow water, where we swam about 10 meters to see if we were okay before going to deeper areas, which was great for beginners. I thought I couldn't do it because I can't see anything without my glasses, but they lent me prescription goggles, so I was able to give snorkeling a try. The waves were quite high, but I managed to get through, which was good. My first snorkeling experience was amazing; there were lots of coral reefs below me, and I could see colorful fish swimming around. Plus, I even encountered a sea turtle, which was fantastic. By the time we were heading back, the clouds cleared, and the sun came out, making the sea sparkle beautifully. I never thought snorkeling could be this wonderful. I was so happy to have such a great experience. The driver who picked us up from the hotel was also friendly and wonderful. I truly appreciate how well the staff treated us. If I come to Hawaii again, I would love to join this tour once more.

1月のハワイは天気がイマイチ。今回も朝から小雨がパラパラ、肌寒く、風もなかなか強くて大丈夫かと心配でした。ブルーな参加者達に対して、スタッフさん達はものすごく楽しく明るく雰囲気づくりをしてくれました。実際サンドバーまで到着すると、雨はあがり、海の中も思いのほか寒くなく（無料のウェットスーツをみんな借りました）サンドバーで写真撮って船に戻るとウミガメが、船の周りを回っていました。みんな低かったテンションが一気に上がって写真を撮りまくっていました。シュノーケリングも浅瀬でレッスンがあり、10メートルくらい泳いでみて大丈夫そうなら足のつかないところに行くという、初心者にはありがたいものでした。私は眼鏡をとったらなんにも見えないので無理だと諦めていましたが、度付きのゴーグルを貸してくださったのでシュノーケリングにチャレンジできました。波がなかなか高かったけどなんとか進めたので良かったです。初シュノーケリングは最高で、眼下にはサンゴ礁がたくさんあり、カラフルなお魚がいっぱい泳いでいるのが見れました。しかもウミガメにも遭遇できて言うことなしです。帰る頃には雲も切れて晴れ間見え、海がキラキラして素敵でした。シュノーケリングがこんなに素敵だとは思いませんでした。素晴らしい体験ができて嬉しかったです。またホテルからピックアップしてくださったドライバーさんもフレンドリーで素敵でした。スタッフの方々にはほんとに良くしていただき感謝です。ハワイに来たらまたこのツアーに参加したいです。

I wanted to go canoeing, but there were no canoes anywhere. I just paddled on a surfboard. Since I have a 5-year-old child, I tried to reserve a kayak, but I was told, "There are few available, so please let us know on the boat. We'll pass along your request," yet there was no preparation for the kayak. The malasadas and barbecue were delicious, but overall, considering everything, it wasn't worth the price.

カヌーをやりたかったのに　カヌーなどどこにもない。サーフボードにまたがって漕ぐだけ。子供(5さい)がいるのでザヤックを予約しようとしたら「数が少ないので、船上で言ってください。リクエストは伝えておきます」と言われたが、ザヤックの用意は無し。マラサダとバーベキューは美味しかったけど、総合的に考えると値段に見合わない。

In early December, I participated in a tour recommended by a colleague with my family of seven across three generations. We enjoyed the popular malasadas from Hawaii on the boat and headed offshore in less than seven minutes. The weather wasn't great, and the water was cold, reaching up to my waist, but I was amazed by the number of sea turtles. They approached us without fear. The tour guide was also very friendly. My 84-year-old and 82-year-old in-laws were thrilled and having a great time. The buffet-style BBQ lunch was delicious, and we went back for seconds. There was a little incident at the end, but I was grateful for the tour guide's quick response. This was a tour I would love to join again when I come back to Hawaii. Next time, I want to participate during a time with good weather in the shallow waters. Thank you so much for your help!

12月頭に仕事仲間にすすめられたツアーに三世代家族7人で参加してきました
船上でハワイで人気のマラサダを食べ7分足らずで沖合いに
天気もイマイチで海の中は冷たく腰まで水があったけどウミガメの多さに感動でした。人間におそることもなく普通によってきました
添乗員さんも皆んなとてもフレンドリー
84歳と82歳の義両親も大喜びではしゃいでいました
ブッフェスタイルのBBQランチが美味しくておかわりも
最後にハプニングもあったけど添乗員さんの敏速な対応に感謝でした
次にハワイにきてもまた参加したいツアーだった
今度は天気のいい浅瀬の時間に参加したいです。
本当にお世話になりありがとうございました。