All Reviews for Kaneohe Sandbar Tours & Cruises

We were in Hawaii in mid April right after the major storms and while they were still experiencing a significant amount of rain over what is typical for that time of year. Despite that, this excursion was still one of the major highlights of our trip.

My husband and I had done this on a previous trip to Hawaii and had such a wonderful time that we decided to do both morning and afternoon half day packages and to bring a friend this time around.

The water, while a bit chillier than last time was no where near intolerable, and the fish to feed were plentiful. The staff is very attentive and went above and beyond to ensure that we had a memorable experience.

**I want to highlight that this portion is not a guaranteed experience, nor is it typically included in the package we paid for, but want to include it as an example of how far above and beyond the staff will go to ensure a fantastic experience. They have a wonderful array of activities to do, but the wildlife interaction was the primary reason my group was there and the staff noticed this. Because I had booked both half day experiences and that was our primary interest they took us on a special boat ride to see the sea turtles AND we also got to see manta rays which normally are not on this side of the island. The person driving the boat was exceptional and very informative if you asked questions. She also knew how to ensure you got the most out of seeing the animals without disturbing their natural environment which I really appreciated as an observer. It was truly a once in a lifetime experience and it wouldn't have happened without the wonderful and thoughtful staff.

Money well spent and already planning to do the same again the next time we are in Hawaii.

I made a reservation two days in advance after checking the weather. I participated in the morning tour because I wanted to make the most of the tide and the time of day. Even though it was sunny in Waikiki, it was cloudy at the location. However, during the second half of our free time, the sun came out, and I was able to take photos just as I had imagined. The staff's response was also wonderful, and I highly recommend this tour.

お天気をみて２日前に予約
当日の潮位と１日の時間を有効に使いたかったので午前便で参加しました
ワイキキは晴れていても現地は曇
自由時間後半は太陽がでて、イメージどおりの写真がとれました
スタッフの皆さんの対応も素晴らしくとてもおすすめのツアーです

Even those who can't swim can participate without any issues! There's no need to worry about what to bring or changing clothes. If you minimize your valuables, you won't have to worry about your belongings, and you can enjoy a comfortable ocean experience. I was able to fully enjoy Hawaii while listening to live music.

泳げない方でも問題なく参加できます！
持参物も着替えも心配ありません。
貴重品を最小限にすれば、荷物の心配もなく、
快適な海体験ができます。
生の音楽を聞きながらハワイを堪能できました。

I participate in this tour every time I come to Hawaii. It's reassuring to have a Japanese guide. The lunch hamburger is also delicious. This time, the weather wasn't great, but the sandbar was shallow, calm, and very beautiful. While the weather and the chance to see fish and turtles can be a bit of luck, it's always fun!

ハワイに来た時は毎回このツアーに参加してます。日本語ガイドさんも居て安心です。ランチのハンバーガーも美味しいです。今回は天気はイマイチでしたがサンドバーが浅くて穏やかでとてもキレイでした。天気、魚や亀に会えるかは運なところもありますが、いつも楽しいです！

I was looking forward to enjoying the sandbar, but it didn't appear on the morning ferry during Golden Week. However, the stand-up paddleboarding experience at waist height was not scary, and I could see my feet clearly; the sea was beautiful, and it was really great. Also, snorkeling was fun because they provided fish food, which attracted the fish. Overall, I was very satisfied.

サンドバーを楽しみに行きましたが
GWの午前便では、サンドバーは出ませんでした
ですが、腰くらいの高さでのsup体験は、怖くなく、足元もよく見えて、海も綺麗で、とても良かったです
また、シュノーケルはお魚の餌をくれるのでお魚が寄ってきて楽しかったです
全体に、大満足でした

During the round trip by boat from the harbor, there were two singers and live performances. While enjoying the beautiful sea, I had a wonderful time surrounded by relaxing music. There was only one changing room, so I hurriedly changed out of my swimsuit, but I think those who stayed in their swimsuits must have been quite cold. Unfortunately, we didn't see any sandbars or turtles. We could do stand-up paddleboarding, but maybe it wasn't necessary to go all the way to Kealoha Bay?

ハーバーから船での行き帰りに、二人の歌と生演奏があった。綺麗な海を眺めながら、ゆったりと音楽につつまれながらとても良い時間を過ごせた。更衣室が一つだけだったから慌てて水着から着替えられたけど、そのままの方は、かなり寒かったのではないかと思う。運が悪かったかサンドバーや亀はみられなかった。SUPができたけどケワロ湾まで行く必要なかったかも⁈

This was a fun cruise to a beautiful sandbar! The live music on the cruise was amazing! Would do this again!

I felt安心 (safe) with the Japanese staff. All the staff were cheerful. It was enjoyable to freely enjoy marine sports like kayaking or just sitting on a bench and gazing at the sea. The clarity of the water was incredibly beautiful, and I was able to see sea turtles. It became a wonderful memory. I would love to repeat this experience, but I hope jet skiing could be an option as well.

日本人スタッフがいて安心でした。
スタッフみんな陽気な方ばかりでした。
自由にカヤック等マリンスポーツを楽しんだり、ベンチでぼーっと海を眺めてるだけで楽しかったです。海の透明感がすごく綺麗で海亀も見れます。とても思い出になりました。またリピートしたいですが、ジェットスキーがオプションで出来るといいなと思いました。

I couldn't see the sandpit, but it was fun! 😃 I enjoyed kayaking, snorkeling, and seeing sea turtles. The donuts for a light snack were also delicious! 😁

砂場は見られなかったが楽しかった😃
カヤック、シュノーケリング、ウミガメ、楽しめました
軽食のドーナツも美味しかった😁

There is about 2 hours of playtime on-site, which is plenty of time to enjoy. The ratio of Japanese participants is around 30%. The staff is friendly, and the atmosphere is nice. I was able to see a lot of fish while snorkeling. However, hitting the coral can be painful and can cause scrapes, so be careful. I participated during a low tide according to the tide chart, but the water level was about knee-deep, and it wasn't the sandbar I had imagined.

現地での遊ぶ時間は約2時間あり、十分楽しめます。日本人の比率は3割くらい。スタッフも気さくで雰囲気もいいです。シュノーケリングで魚もたくさん見ることができました。珊瑚に当たると痛いし擦り傷になります。注意です。潮見表で潮位の低い時間帯に参加しましたが、水位は膝くらいで想像していたサンドバーにはなっていませんでした。

It was a sandbar experience in light rain, but when we arrived, the tide was low, allowing us to finally set foot on it. After playing with stand-up paddleboards and powerful water guns, we went snorkeling. I was thrilled to see many fish and the honu (sea turtles) hiding among the rocks. The most moving moment was when a honu gracefully swam right underneath me, turning around just below me, allowing me to see its impressive size for a long time.

The staff were all friendly, and there were even some who spoke Japanese, which made me feel comfortable participating.

小雨の中でのサンドバーでしたが到着時刻に潮が引いていて念願の上陸ができました。SUPやすごい威力の水鉄砲で遊んだりした後にシュノーケリング。たくさんの魚や岩陰にいるホヌに喜んでいたのですが、一番の感動はホヌが優雅に泳いできて触ってしまうのではというくらいのすぐ真下でUターンしてくれて長い時間すごい大きさで見れたことです。
スタッフの皆さんも楽しくて日本語を話される方もいらしたので安心して参加できました。

Thank you for your courteous response to the sudden reservation change. Despite the unfortunate weather, I appreciate the support you provided for my husband, who uses a wheelchair, with boarding and disembarking from the boat, as well as your encouragement. I felt at ease and enjoyed the experience thanks to the interpretation from the guide who spoke Japanese. I believe it would have been even more beautiful if the weather had been nice. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

突然の予約変更に対しても丁寧な対応ありがとうございました。
アクティビティはあいにくの天候の中でも、車椅子使用の主人に船の乗降や声掛けなどサポートありがとうございました。
日本語のできるガイドさんの通訳で安心して楽しめました。
天気がいいともっと綺麗だったと思います。
また機会があれば参加したいです。

This excusion was one of our top experiences during our trip to Oahu. All of the staff was friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and FUN! We had clouds and a little rain but that did not dampen our fun. It was clear that the staff are all professionals, yet they made us feel like long-time friends. They ensured our safety at all times. It was the perfect variety of activities.

We had an amazing time. Everyone was super friendly, easy to navigate. Would love to come back again!

There was a staff member who was Japanese, and they explained everything kindly and politely, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience! I was able to see sea turtles as well. Even as an older lady, I had a great time.

スタッフの方に日本の方がいて、優しく丁寧に説明してくれて、安心して楽しむことができました❗️
海ガメも見られました。
おばさんでも、十分楽しかったです。

The weather was cloudy with occasional rain, but it was warm with a southern breeze. I was happy to see manta rays and sea turtles. It would have been perfect if the sky had been clear, but it was a bit disappointing. The burger for lunch was delicious. The staff were all very cheerful and it was a lot of fun.

お天気が曇り時々雨でしたが、南風で暖かかったです。
エイやホヌが見れて嬉しかったです。
青空だったら最高だったんですけど、ちょっと残念。
ランチのBURGER美味しかったです。
スタッフ皆さんとても陽気で楽しかったです。

The banana boat and bumper tube were a lot of fun! The staff was also very friendly. The weather wasn't great, so I would like to experience it again on a sunny day in the blue sea.

バナナボートとバンパーチューブはとても楽しかったです！
スタッフも親切でした。
天気がイマイチだったので、晴れた日にまた青い海で体験したいです。

Internet during boat ride
Activities on sandbar ( paddle board, kayaks , snorkeling and tubing)
Friendly stuff

Due to the rain, we couldn't see the sandbar. However, we had a great time with SUP, kayaking, snorkeling, banana boat rides, and bumper tubing. The staff was attentive, ensuring our safety and providing a lot of fun. I want to go again next time when the weather is nice.

雨の影響でサンドバーは見られませんでした。
しかし、SUPやカヤックやシュノーケリング、バナナボート、バンパーチューブでとても楽しめました。
スタッフがちゃんと付いていて安全面でも安心できましたし、楽しませてくれました。
次回はお天気のいい時に行きたいです。

It would have been great if the weather was better but still a fun time. My only complaint is that I would have liked the area that is cordoned off for paddle boarding and kayaking to be bigger. The live music is a nice touch!

This is our third time doing the tour and still nothing short of amazing

The explanations in Japanese were very helpful for those in Japan. Despite the unfortunate cloudy and cold weather, I went snorkeling and had a great time. I think I could have enjoyed it even more if the weather had been sunnier. Overall, I was satisfied with the tour thanks to the consistently kind service.

日本の方向けに日本語の説明もあってとても親切でした。
あいにくの曇りで寒かった点を除けば、シュノーケリングをしましたが、楽しかったです。もっと晴れたタイミングだったらもっと楽しめたと思います。終始、親切な対応をしていただけて満足なツアーでした。

This was the one excursion that I was looking forward to during my visit. It did not disappoint! Sure the weather could have been better, but the sandbar was just beautiful. The entire staff team was amazing , welcoming, fun, attentive and entertaining. I would highly recommend this sandbar tour and especially this crew.

10/10 recommend. Great staff. Friendly. Great music.

On the day, it was cloudy and it rained on the way back. At the sandbar, the captain brought boards and inflatable canoes, allowing us to play as much as we wanted, creating a very private atmosphere. There were also plenty of snacks and drinks prepared for us. When we got tired of playing, the captain took us on a cruise to see rays and sea turtles, providing excellent service. In the rain, the other groups around us looked cold, wrapped in beach towels, but the captain lent us sweatshirts, so we could comfortably play in the water without worry. On the way back, they also lent us umbrellas and raincoats. Since it was such a great experience, I hope for sunny weather next time and will definitely try again.

当日は曇りで帰りに雨が降りました。サンドバーでは、キャプテンがボードや浮き輪カヌーなどを持ってきてくれて、遊び放題でプライベート感満載でした。スナックやドリンクもたくさん準備してくれています。遊び飽きたらクルージングでエイやウミガメを見に連れて行ってくれたりと、サービス満点でした。雨の中、周りの集団の方達はバスタオルにくるまり寒そうでしたが、キャプテンがスエットを貸してくれるので終始水の中でも平気で思う存分遊べました。帰りは傘とレインコートも貸してくれました。せっかくなので、次回晴れることを祈ってまたチャレンジします。

I opted for the pickup service, but while waiting at the pickup location, the bus did not arrive, so I called the contact number. Unfortunately, the person on the phone only spoke English, which made it difficult for me to understand the situation, and I ended up feeling anxious because I couldn't get the information I needed.

However, once I was there, the staff members were very entertaining, and it turned out to be a memorable tour. I was able to enjoy activities like snorkeling and canoeing multiple times for free, which made the time fly by. I'm really glad I participated.

送迎付きにしましたが、ピックアップ場所で待っていてもバスが来なかったため問い合わせ先に電話を掛けました。しかし、電話口が英語での対応だったため内容を理解できず、結局問い合わせができず不安になったのは残念な点でした。
現地では、スタッフの方々が楽しませてくださり、とても思い出に残るツアーになりました。シュノーケリングやカヌーなど無料で何度もおこなうことができたため、しっかり楽しめて時間があっという間でした。参加してよかったです。

It was a bit cold in February. Unfortunately, I had to give up snorkeling because it was too cold. The tour guide was a very cheerful Japanese person, which made me feel at ease participating. I was satisfied enjoying the beautiful sea from the boat.

2月で少し寒かったです。残念ながらシュノーケリングは寒すぎて断念しました。ツアーの方はとても明るい日本人の方で、安心して参加でできました。美しい海を船から楽しめ満足しています。

I had to share the experience to my sister and her family that my kids and I had the first time we went here back in June 2025. For my nephew's bday March of 2026, I suggested to go to the Kaneohe sand bar again. The consistency of their best service is just really incredible. From the warm welcome of the staff, the island vibe voices of the singers, the lifeguards who constantly keeping an eye to the kids, the captain who made the banana boat super exciting and safe. The place, the view and the people gave us all an unforgettable experience. Looking forward for the next visit, hopefully with the rest of our extended family. Mahalo/ Salamat!

It was a very cloudy day, but we were lucky that the sun only shone when we arrived at the sandbar! My mother, in her 70s, didn't have a swimsuit, but she waded into the water up to her thighs wearing her shorts and a sun-protective hoodie, excitedly exclaiming, "I haven't been in the ocean in decades!" (laughs) After returning to the boat, she changed in the restroom to avoid getting cold.

It was a bit disappointing that the tour didn't include stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), as my mother had expressed interest in trying it, but it was just the right tour for us since we weren't planning to get in the water. The staff, who were fluent in Japanese, were attentive throughout and shared various stories about Hawaii, which was also very enjoyable. They have a wealth of experience related to the tour and are properly qualified.

Next time, I plan to try snorkeling and SUP at the emerald green sandbar with this company on a sunny day!

どん曇りの一日でしたが、サンドバーに着いた時にだけ日差しが差し込み、とてもラッキーでした！
70代の母も、水着が無いなりに手持ちのショートパンツと日除けパーカーで股まで着水し、「数十年ぶりに海に入ったわ！」と興奮しておりました(笑)船に戻った後は、体を冷やさないようトイレで着替えておりました。

母が「ＳＵＰしてみたい」と言っていたので含まれていなかった点は残念でしたが、海に浸かるつもりの無かった私たちにはちょうど良いツアーでした。
日本語が堪能なスタッフさんは終始皆さんに気配りくださり、ハワイの色々なお話を聞けたことも大変良かったです＾＾ツアーに関する経験も豊富で、資格もきっちり備えていらっしゃるそうです。

次はまたこちらの会社さんで、晴れたエメラルドグリーンのサンドバーで、シュノーケルとＳＵＰに挑戦してみようと思います！

My wife and I, along with our daughter and her husband and our grandchild, participated in the event. We checked the tide schedule in advance and joined, but it wasn't as low tide as we expected. As a result, our grandchild stayed with us on the boat. However, our daughter and her husband enjoyed paddleboarding and kayaking. Additionally, during snorkeling, we were able to admire various fish along with the coral reefs. We are grateful for the kind assistance from the staff.

私たち老夫婦は、娘夫婦と孫と参加しました。事前に干潮の日時を調べて参加しましたが、思ったほどの干潮ではありませんでした。よって、孫は船内に私たちと待機でした。しかし、娘夫婦はSUPやカヤックを堪能しました。また、スノーケリングでは、サンゴ礁とともに様々な魚を鑑賞することができました。スタッフの皆さんの優しいご対応に感謝します。