Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with Snorkel, SUP & Transportation
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4.94
Our favorite activity! Top notch!
Reviewed by: Jeff and Leah, 2023/11/11Our experience with Captain Robin, Kay, and Sydney was absolutely amazing! Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise is a must! My husband and I loved everything about the experience…friendly, knowledgeable, hands on staff who truly gave each of the participants support and care. This was my first time to snorkel and Captain Robin stayed by my side until I was ready to snorkel without any assistance. There was time to paddle-board and float. It was a wonderful experience and exceeded our expectations.
Leah and Jeff from Indiana, Mahalo
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| Activity Date: | 2023/11/08 |
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The BEST CREW
Reviewed by: SMAB, 2023/11/11The crew were THE BEST! They were all so lively, energetic, sweet, caring and considerate. One even individually assisted my Mom snorkeling and guided her til the end. I love this tour and will definitely be back 100%. Thank you guys for a wonderful time.
Thank you so much for joining our tour, and for taking the time to leave such a wonderful review of our crew!
We are so happy to hear that you and your family had a wonderful ocean excursion. To hear from our guest that they will definitely be back means a lot to us.
We would love to have you back on our tour again soon!
Thank you again for your kind words. A hui hou
Captain Bruce
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| Activity Date: | 2023/11/09 |
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Fantastic tour!
Reviewed by: Ken , 2023/10/23Highly recommend this tour! Awesome staff and best experience during our vacation in Oahu!
Aloha and thank you so much for your feedback. Very pleased to hear the you had a great time at the sandbar. Mahalo for your support and looking forward to seeing you again !!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/10/18 |
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An amazing experience!
Reviewed by: Taylor V, 2023/06/04The team at Captain Bruce were very nice and accommodating and made it an overall really nice experience. This sandbar cruise was me and my boyfriend's favorite activity that we did during our visit. I liked that there was an option for transportation, so that made it easy to get to and from the destination without having to worry about directions and parking. Our driver was friendly as well and pointed out different local sights in different languages so that everyone could understand as well. There were many different groups of people and the crew made it comfortable for everybody to feel included. They provided drinks and snacks, and on the boat ride to the sandbar they gave some educational facts about the area and we saw turtles and other wildlife as well. When we got the the sandbar, there were plenty of paddleboards and floaties for us to use and we had more than enough time to enjoy the water. We got lots of pictures, had fun in the water and the views were great. I could tell that the others also had a fun time snorkeling too. On the way back, our driver even stopped for us to get some dessert as well. This would be an enjoyable experience for anybody, and I would definitely recommend it to my friends and family as well.
Thank you so much for this amazing review. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Aloha...!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/05/10 |
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Amazing!
Reviewed by: Bryanna , 2023/05/27Great hosts and were really great about making sure that we could all see sea turtles :)
Mahalo for joining us. Please come again.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/05/06 |
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Excellent staffs and trip
Reviewed by: Daniel Liu, 2023/05/27The staffs are very nice and professional. I booked the snorkeling + transportation package.
The driver Kaplan is so nice, he will introduce many hidden gem restaurants in Honolulu, and I tried the Yakitori restaurant right away after I finished the tour, the food is so good! Thanks to Kaplan.
For snorkeling, the staff will guide you when you are snorkeling all the time, for them safety is the priority. Also, they will provide some rice balls, energy bars, snacks, hot coffee, and fruits in the boat. You can always go by boat when you are tired.
Strongly recommendended!
Thank you so much for your kind words and sharing your experience with the Capt. Bruce tour. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Aloha...!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/05/03 |
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Awesome boat trip for the whole family
Reviewed by: Mina, 2023/05/11This cruise was amazing, the whole crew were very nice and patient, the sandbar is incredible. I was traveling with my whole family: a toddler and elderly people and they all enjoyed it, fully recommend it!!
We're very pleased to hear the whole family is having a great time at the sandbar. Thank you
so much for kind words and sharing your amazing experience with the Capt. Bruce tour.
Mahalo and Aloha...!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/09 |
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Sandbar snorkel
Reviewed by: Tatyana , 2023/04/17The trip was so much fun! The crew was amazing and there were so many things to do. I wasn’t going to snorkel but Captain Robin encouraged me, personally took me out to make sure I felt safe and comfortable and showed me multiple turtles! It was the most amazing experience! Thank you for an amazing time!
Thank you so much for joining us! We're pleased to hear your experienced with the Capt. Bruce tour. Aloha...!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/04/15 |
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Amazing Crew
Reviewed by: Lindsay, 2023/04/16Even though we had some overcast we had a great time because of the amazing crew we had. The women were fun and knowledgeable. They guided you through every step amd were there to assist. We certainly will plan to go again.
Aloha and thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review of yours. We hope to see you again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/04/07 |
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The Best Tour in Oahu- a must do!
Reviewed by: Alaskawayne, 2023/04/12Wow! To start. They picked us up at our hotel to start. Then drive us to Kaneohe sandbar. Next a beautiful short boat ride to two barges loaded with sea toys. Beautiful shallow sandy beaches that are user friendly for small children to seniors. The reef snorkeling is easy, very well guided and watched in smaller groups. We swam with turtles. Captain Danny went out of his way to share local marine knowledge and make sure all got to see turtles. This was our second time- we also sent our daughter and grandchild. They immediately fell in love with the tour and friendly crew. They are like family to us now. We will always come and swim with the turtles only with Captain Bruce's Team.
We have tried others and this family prefers and highly recommends Captain Bruce's based on experience. I am a former diver for the Seattle Aquarium, researcher for Washington State Department of Fisheries, Rescue Diver, Assistant Dive Instructor Advanced Open Water and lastly Alaska Department of Fish and Game. Simply said "Captain Bruce's does it right". I send my grandkids there Thank you Captain Bruce's! We love you!!! My only request is that you start another tour a bit more advanced for experienced snorkelers.
Then sign up this family
Aloha and thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review and the compliments of yours.
We're very pleased to hear the whole family is having such a great time at the sandbar.
Your kind words are greatly appreciated and Mahalo for sharing your best experience with the Capt. Bruce tour. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/04/10 |
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Amazing experience
Reviewed by: Malika , 2023/04/01This was a great experience. The Captain was very attentive (I didn’t know how to snorkel but he took the time to try and guide me) the staff was super helpful and informative. They provided snacks and coffee. The water was beautiful and we saw lots of turtles. I would highly recommend this tour you will love it.
Mahalo for the compliments!. A hui hou!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/11 |
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Snorkeling Adventure
Reviewed by: MES, 2023/03/27We had a great time and felt safe! The coffee was awesome!
Aloha and Mahalo for joining with Capt. Bruce tour. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/03/24 |
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Great excursion!
Reviewed by: Donna J, 2023/03/13The included transportation was excellent. On time and our driver gave us commentary on the scenic drive to the harbor. On the way back he stopped at
Leonard's Barkery and let us get donuts!
The snorkeling at the bay was excellent, we saw lots of fish and saw 3 turtles.
Afterward we had about an hour at the bay to use paddleboards and floaties.
I wish they had kayaks like some of the other companies.
Snacks included granola bars, apples, chips, and musubi.
A little pricey but enjoyable morning.
On behalf of Capt. Bruce, we thank you so much for your support!
Your feedback is greatly appreciated and we look forward to seeing you in the near future.
Mahalo and Aloha!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/03/11 |
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Very Awesome
Reviewed by: Rick Schaper, 2023/01/30The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The experience was wonderful, even though the day was not sunny and it was a little windy. The snorkeling was amazing, and we definitely saw a bunch of turtles! The boat ride was smooth, and the water was nice! Definitely recommend, it was totally worth it!
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time and enjoyed snorkeling in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/01/27 |
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You have to do it
Reviewed by: Yana, 2023/01/25That’s probably one of my favorite things we have done in Oahu. Crew was awesome. Even if you don’t know how to snorkel they will make sure you are safe & get to enjoy snorkeling. We loved hanging out at the sandbar paddle boarding and playing ball. Saw plenty of fish and got to swim next to multiple turtles. Great experience!
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2023/01/21 |
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Great experiences!
Reviewed by: Yang, 2023/01/11I love the kid-friendly board, my children can enjoy snorkeling without swimming skill. Such a fun and amazing tour, wanna do it again!
Thank you so much for your great review!
We're very glad to hear that whole family enjoyed tour.
We hope we can take you to the bay again.
Thank you very much, Ahuihou!
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2023/01/09 |
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Amazing!
Reviewed by: Amy, 2022/12/25I've done this tour year ago And I loved sandbar and had good memories with this tour .
So I brought my friend's couple to do this one. We did snorkeling and watched turtles and a lot of fishs! After that we enjoyed fun things including paddle , tube !
Chrystal and all ladies who help with us, team members all kind and professional!
Highly recommend
Thank you so much for joining our tour and for your time for the review.
We are very happy that you and your friends had great time with us.
We hope you will come back to our tour again. A hui hou!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/12/21 |
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Snorkelling with the turtles!!!
Reviewed by: Karen Wood, 2022/12/03A fabulous experience from beginning to end! Our Captain Crystal was knowledgeable, fun, professional and made the excursion one of our biggest highlights of our vacation! Thank you Crystal!!!
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time and enjoyed in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/12/01 |
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One of the best experiences in Hawaii!
Reviewed by: Nina, 2022/11/08This is one of the most memorable experiences that we've during our recent trip! The staff as so accommodating from the very beginning of our cruise to the end. We were in such a beautiful location to relax and just have fun and really appreciate Hawaii. There were many snacks, water and other drinks that came with our package. Another great thing is that we could bring our own alcoholic beverages. We saw at least 3 turtles and other beautiful fishes in the ocean. The lift vests were comfortable and we were guided by the staff while swimming out during snorkeling. We would do this again!
We're very pleased to hear your feedback on our crew and the relaxing tour on the sandbar. Thank you so much for sharing your best experience with us. Aloha!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/11/05 |
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A well-organized tour
Reviewed by: Kenneth, 2022/11/06Perfect for non-swimmers. We had so much fun snorkeling and trying the SUP. Thanks Captain Bruce Team!
Thank you so much for your review.
As you mentioned, beginners also enjoy at the sandbar. Captain and Crew are always assistant the customers.
Please come back again! Aloha from Kane'ohe Bay!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/10/11 |
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Highly recommend!! Fantastic time!
Reviewed by: Meta van skiver , 2022/10/31Fabulous scenery, excellent staff. We went Friday morning 10/28. We played with paddleboards, and floating on the sandbar. The crew than walked us out to coral water with Google, and lifevests for safety. We saw many beautiful fish and found about 3-12"turtles mostly resting in the coral reefs. It was excellent time. Highly recommend.
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback and sharing nice pictures.
We're happy to know you had great time and enjoyed paddle boat in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/10/28 |
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Bruce Sandbar crew
Reviewed by: OVERSON'S, 2022/10/28 The Captin Bruce Cruise and swimming experience was amazing. All of the boat crew members had great attitudes and made this a very memorable day. The crew was always right there to help all family's feel very important and helped in make a everlasting memory for all ages.
This was my family's first trip out on the Ocean. The crew helped us find the best places to see all underwater sea life fish and coral. We got to get right up to all the Turtles as they were resting in there natural environment or help us all swimming around to make these memories of a life time. I would love to be able to come back so I can make reservations with this same group.
We're very pleased to hear the whole family is having a great time at the sandbar. Thank you
so much for kind words and sharing your best experience with us with the Capt. Bruce tour.
Mahalo for your support and Aloha...
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| Activity Date: | 2022/10/26 |
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Staff was outstanding
Reviewed by: Melodie , 2022/10/23Captain gave my son a memorable experience as he got to sit behind the wheel. We felt safe the entire time and appreciate the great conversation with staff!
Hello! Thank you so much for choosing us.
We are so happy that you had a great time with our Captain and Crew!
We will share your message with all of the staff.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/09/27 |
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Sandbar excursion
Reviewed by: Lisa, Mary, & Linda, 2022/10/19My two friends and I had an amazing time. The crew was amazing, friendly, informative, interactive, talked a lot with the participants, very engaging and informative about the wildlife. We’ll do it again for sure! Time flew, it was over before we knew it! ... snorkeling was great, paddle boarding exceptional, and just relaxing on the giant blue floating mat was the best! Will definitely do again!
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time and enjoyed paddle boat in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/10/17 |
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Fun and beautiful scenery!
Reviewed by: Isabel, 2022/10/15Really friendly staff and fun! Loved all activities…specially snorkeling!!
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time and enjoyed paddle boat in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/09/24 |
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Even with the rain it was still fun
Reviewed by: Annette, 2022/10/13Amazing day even with the rain. Definitely coming back when it's sunny and low tide. Captain Robin and his team were super friendly, amazing and patient. Even with the rain there was plenty of fish and turtles to see. I'm not a strong swimmer and I need to touch the bottom (it's weird I know) but Captain Robin was so accomodating, calming, understanding and patient and took me out to the deep reef area on a floater device and I was able to see the fish and turtles. I'm glad he did and I'm glad he didn't push me when I tapped out early. True champion.
The vessel is clean and has plenty of snacks and hot and cold drinks if you don't want to take your own. You can take your own alcohol and they also have plenty of water toys, paddle boards, floatation devices in a seperate raft.
Make sure to bring cash to tip as they are definitely deserving of any gratuity and the experience is amazing as well. One I'll definitely do again when I'm back next time.
Thank you so much was a wonderful day.
Hello! Thank you so much for choosing us.
We are so happy that you had a great time with our Captain and Crew!
We will share your message with all of the staff.
Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/10/11 |
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Wonderful tour guides! Beautiful time
Reviewed by: Trisha , 2022/09/21Our tour guides were fantastic and truly helped make the best of a chilly/rainy & overcast day. They were fun, informative and truly went above and beyond to help out with our little one throughout the trip, even when he got a bit moody. Our driver who picked us up was kind as well. Overall, we'd book again and hopefully have a warmer afternoon for it.
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had good time in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/09/19 |
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Great Experience
Reviewed by: Sam H, 2022/09/17This is my second time to the sandbar. The captain and his crew members are so nice and helpful. We got to play with SUP and pool float first, and then went to snorkeling with the crew members and saw three turtles. It was a fun experience.
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Our Staff are working so hard to exceed customer satisfaction.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/08/22 |
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Captain Bruce Kaneohe Bay Sandbar
Reviewed by: Chris, 2022/08/29This was a great experience. The bus came to hotel exactly the time that was indicated. The location was fantastic, sea was calm.
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you had great time in Kaneohe Sandbar tour.
Mahalo for the compliments. Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/08/27 |
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Awesome snorkeling tour!
Reviewed by: AnhQ, 2022/08/28We had a great time snorkeling. We saw many fishes, and 3 turtles!
Aloha, thank you so much for your feedback.
We're happy to know you saw many fishes and 3 turtles!
Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Activity Date: | 2022/08/26 |
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Thank you so much for joining our tour, and for sharing your incredible experience with our captain and crew!
Your heartfelt words about your first snorkeling adventure with our captain and crew are truly heartwarming and it's a privilege to know that we exceeded your expectations.
Please join us again to rediscover the beauty of the Kaneohe Bay again. Mahalo and A hui hou