All Reviews for Oahu Snorkeling Tours

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！

"I want to swim if I go to Hawaii!" After receiving this request, I was looking for a tour that my mother (66 years old) could join. I was about to give up due to the age restriction (only up to 65 years old) when I found this tour.

This tour alleviated all my concerns (transportation, managing valuables, where to swim to avoid fatigue, snorkeling instructions, etc.). The transportation to the hotel eased my worries about meeting up on the way there, and it was appreciated on the way back since we were tired.

Swimming was made easier with life jackets, allowing us to float even in deep water. By swimming with the current, we could conserve our energy. Even if you don't know how to use the equipment, our guide Dan explained everything in simple Japanese.

Depending on the weather and climate, it might be better to rent a wetsuit. I swam on January 31, 2020. The weather was cloudy, and the seawater was cold (not freezing, but it felt "cold... If the weather was nice, it would feel good"). I wore a rash guard over my swimsuit and shorts. Towards the end of the swim, I felt cold. I bought the rash guard locally for about $50. My mother wore a full rash guard as well, but she still said, "It feels a bit chilly towards the end." It was a good decision to bring a bath towel borrowed from the hotel.

Things I was glad I brought from Japan included candy and powdered Pocari Sweat, which I mixed with water. I wished I had brought hot water on the day.

Seeing the photos and comments in the reviews here helped me know what to prepare in advance, so I wrote this as a way to give back! I hope it helps someone!

「ハワイに行くなら泳ぎたい！」のリクエストを受け、母（66歳）でも参加できるツアーを探していました。年齢制限（65歳まで参加可）に引っかかり、諦めかけていたところに、このツアーを見つけました。
このツアーは、持っていた不安（送迎、貴重品管理、どこから泳ぐと疲れにくい、シュノーケリングのレクチャー等）をすべて解消してくれました。
ホテルまでの送迎は、行きは合流ができるか不安だったのを払拭し、帰りは疲れてるのでありがたかったです。
泳ぐのも、ライフジャケットがあるので、足のつかないところでも浮かんでいられるので、助かりました。
海の流れに逆らわないで泳ぐので体力が続きます。
使い方が分からなくても、ガイドのDanさんが日本語で簡単に説明してくれました。

天候や気候によっては、ウェットスーツを借りた方がいいかも知れないです。
私が泳いだのは、2020年1月31日。
天候は曇りでした。
海水は、冷たかったです。（水風呂まではいかないけど、「冷たい…。…お天気なら、気持ちよさそう」な体感でした。）
服装は、水着の上からラッシュガードを着て、下は短パンを履いていました。
泳いでいる最後の方は、寒く感じました。
ラッシュガードは、現地で$50くらいで買いました。
母は上下ラッシュガード着てました。
それでも、「最後の方は肌寒いなぁ」って言ってました。
ホテルで借りたバスタオルを持って行って正解でした。

日本から持って行って良かったものは、飴、ポカリスエットの粉。水に溶かして持って行きました。
当日持って行ったら良かったと思ったものは、白湯でした。

ここの口コミの写真や文章を見て、事前に準備するものが知れたので、恩返しで書きました！
誰かの役に立つといいなぁ〜

I was extremely satisfied with the level of hospitality. It's a highly regarded tour. Although there were many participants, they provided attentive service to each individual.

おもてなし度満タンで、非常に満足です。評判が良いツアーです。参加者の人数は多いのですが、1人ひとりにきめ細かく対応してくれました。

- 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！

Our group of 9 all agree this was the best excursion we had in Oahu. The staff took great care of us, and the scooters were a lot of fun. We saw so many turtles!

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〜

I was hoping to get a bit closer to the dolphins and enjoy them more, but they were farther away than I expected, so I might have had my hopes up too high. It was also disappointing that the snorkeling was canceled due to slightly high waves. However, the guide was a fun person, which was nice.

もう少しイルカの近くに接近して楽しめるのかなと思っていましたが、思ったより遠目で少し見えただけなのでちょっと期待しすぎたかもしれません。その後のシュノーケリングも波が少し高いとのことで中止になったのも残念でした。ただガイドさんは楽しい方で良かったです。

I made a reservation the night before the experience, and everything went smoothly, including the hotel pick-up. On the day of the activity, we were blessed with good weather and calm waves, allowing us to have a great time. We enjoyed stand-up paddleboarding and snorkeling, and we were able to see sea turtles up close, which was very satisfying. The half-day schedule was also convenient, especially since there are so many things I want to do in Hawaii. It was nice that it wasn't too physically demanding compared to diving, so I could enjoy it without getting too tired. The staff were friendly and approachable, creating a pleasant atmosphere, and I had a fulfilling time. I would definitely like to participate again if I have the chance.

現地で体験前日の夜に予約を取りましたが、ホテルの送迎含め問題なく参加して帰ってくることができました。
当日は、天候にも恵まれ波も穏やかで思いきり遊べました。サップやシュノーケリング、そしてウミガメも近くで観られ、大満足でした。半日というスケジュールも、ハワイでやりたい事が沢山あるなかで気軽に参加しやすいとも思います。体力的にも、ダイビングと違いそこまで疲れずに楽しめた事がよかったです。スタッフの方も気軽に話しかけてくれて、雰囲気もよく充実した時間が過ごせました。また、機会があったらぜひ参加したいです。

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！！

The sea was beautiful and the breeze felt wonderful! During the underwater scooter experience, the instructor was right there with us, so there was no confusion, and we got to see fish up close as well as a sea turtle!
The instructor for the experience didn't speak Japanese, but it wasn't a problem at all. They seemed to understand simple Japanese, so I felt no anxiety.
However, the boat rocked quite a bit, so I think motion sickness medication is a must. I tend to get seasick easily, and I forgot to take my medication, which turned out to be quite a situation, haha. My husband, who usually doesn't get seasick, was also affected quite a bit, so that's the only downside!

海がきれいでとても風が気持ちいかったです！水中スクーターの最中はインストラクターさんが付きっきりなので迷うこともないですし、まじかでお魚も見れてウミガメも見れました！！
体験のインストラクターさんは日本語が通じないけれど、特に問題ありませんでした。簡単な日本語なら解るらしく、不安はなかったです。
ただ、船が結構揺れるので酔い止めは必須だと思います。私は元々酔いやすいのに、酔い止め忘れてえらいことになりました笑
旦那さんも船酔いあんまりしない人なのに結構やられてたので、難点はそこだけですね！！

Chieko is the best! We had the best snorkeling tour.

This was my second time participating in a dolphin tour in Hawaii. In a word, it was the best! The staff were all friendly, and it was truly a fun tour! I swam with dolphins as far as the eye could see, and there was plenty of time to enjoy activities like boating and snorkeling afterward! The cheeseburger for lunch was also very delicious.

I'm already excited about joining the turtle university! If you're considering a dolphin tour in Hawaii, I absolutely recommend it!!

ハワイでイルカのツアーに参加するのは今回が2回目でした。一言で言うと、【最高】です！
スタッフが皆フレンドリーで本当に楽しい楽しいツアーでした！
見渡す限りのイルカたちと一緒に泳ぎその後はボートやシュノーケルのアクティビティを堪能する時間も沢山ありました！昼食のチーズバーガーもとても美味しかったです(^^)

時間は亀大学に参加したいと今からワクワクしています⭐︎
ハワイでイルカツアーをするなら、絶対おススメです！！

It was a great experience. Saw lots of fish and a Sea Turtle.

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。

I participated with my 3-year-old and 5-year-old children. The staff were very attentive, and we all had a great time! However, swimming with the dolphins was still a bit difficult for the kids, so we watched from the boat. Even for adults, it can be tough if you're not used to swimming. If you're confident in your swimming skills, it's amazing to see the dolphins swimming around up close multiple times!

There are also plenty of fun activities like slides, kayaking, cheeseburgers, and hula dancing! One suggestion would be to have smaller gear sizes available for the kids.

3歳と5歳の子供を連れての参加でした。
ずっと面倒見の良い方ばかりでみんなで楽しむことができました！！ただ、イルカと一緒に泳ぐのは子供達にはまだ難しかったです。船上で見ていました。
大人でも泳がなければならないので慣れていないとキツイです。泳ぎに自信があれば間近でイルカが何度も泳ぎ回るので最高です^ ^
それ以外にも滑り台やカヤック、チーズバーガーにフラダンスと楽しむポイントはたくさんです！！
注文としては子供達のギアのサイズももう少し小さい物を用意してほしいです。

There were fewer people, so it was a joint tour with the Dolphin University group. Therefore, it was on a two-story boat. This was my second time participating, but I preferred the previous tour that was only with Dolphin Junior High. The single-story boat had a sense of openness, and personally, I didn't think the hula dance was necessary. During the final hula dance, only some people from the university and the crew were really getting into it, while we, including the junior high students, seemed quite exhausted and a bit disengaged. I understood that the snacks were different for the junior high and university, but it didn't feel good to see that disparity right in front of us.

It was quite intense, but the junior high tour was a good one that eliminated unnecessary elements, so I would definitely like to see the junior high operate on its own. I think I will participate again next time.

人数が少なかったのか、イルカ大学の方達と合同でのツアーでした。なので2階建てのボートでした。2回目の参加だったのですが、前回のイルカ中学だけのツアーの方が良かったです。ボートも一階建て？で開放感がありましたし、私的にアロハダンス？は必要なかったので。最後のアロハダンスで盛り上がってるのは大学の一部の方達と、クルーの方々だけで、私たちを含め中学の方達はかなりしんどそうで若干シラけていました。軽食も中学と大学で内容が違うのは分かっていましたが、目の前で格差が生まれるので良い気分ではなかったです。
結構スパルタですが、中学のほうは無駄を省いた良いツアーなので、ぜひ中学は中学のみで運行してもらいたいです。また次回も参加すると思います。

Great experience and beautiful views! The sand bar was incredible. We had a full days trip, but we didn't need that much time. I would recommend a half day for future participants.

We participated as a couple. The experience lasted about 15 to 20 minutes, but time flowed very slowly, and we were able to see sea turtles and fish up close. We were very satisfied!! During the waiting time, we could have gone snorkeling, but unfortunately, I got seasick and couldn't do it. However, since there are two types of activities available, I highly recommend it!! The timing was from morning to early afternoon, so we were able to enjoy shopping back in Waikiki as well! My husband and I were looking for activities that could be done in half a day, so this tour was perfect for our wishes. I would love to participate again.

夫婦2人で参加。
15〜20分程度ですがとてもゆっくりとした時間が流れておりウミガメも魚もとても近くで見ることが出来ました。大満足です！！
待ち時間にはシュノーケリングも出来ましたが、
残念なことに私が船酔いしてしまいできなかったのですが2種類のアクティビティが出来るのでとてもオススメです！！
時間は朝から昼過ぎだったので、ワイキキに戻って買い物も楽しめました！私達夫婦も半日で出来るアクティビティを探していたのでこのツアーは私たちの希望にピッタリでした♩
また参加したいです。

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

I can't say enough about how amazing this crew is and how much fun we had!  The boat is so nice with two different net lounge seating areas at the front with seating space inside the cabin as well. We saw so many dolphins and the crew made everyone feel very comfortable snorkeling. They were also great with pointing out all of the different marine life that they found so we even got to see a couple of sea turtles! I would definitely recommend this tour for anyone looking for a nice day out on the West side!

I experienced underwater scooters, snorkeling, and paddle boating, and the sea was beautiful with stunning views. It was a valuable experience to see many fish and sea turtles up close. The staff were also friendly and approachable, and there were staff members who spoke Japanese, which made it easy to enjoy the activities. However, since I participated in January, the wind was a bit chilly, so I think it's a good idea to bring a light jacket or a thick towel depending on the season.

水中スクーター＆シュノーケリング＆パドルボートを体験しましたが、海が綺麗で景色もとても良かったです。たくさんの魚やウミガメを間近で見ることができて貴重な体験となりました。またスタッフの方も親切できさくな方が多く日本語の通じるスタッフもいるので安心して楽しむことができました。
ただ私が参加したのが1月ということもあり、風が少し冷たく肌寒く感じたので時期によっては軽く上に羽織るものや厚手のタオルを持って行くといいと思います。

The water temperature is warm, and a wetsuit is not necessary. My second grader was able to participate with help from the crew. The kindergarten child observed with the captain on the boat. You can't swim with the dolphins as much as you might think. It's best not to have overly high expectations. However, the crew is a lot of fun, and we got to see dolphins, whales, and turtles. The departure event and hula dancing were fantastic! After seeing the dolphins, we were given cereal bars and drinks, which were water. During the meal, cheeseburgers, snacks, and juice boxes were provided. It's best not to have overly high expectations for the food. The boat sways, and many people leave food behind. If you're going to participate, the price is high, but the university program is good. The middle school program doesn't have the high diving kayak slide and only offers snorkeling. It's an experience worth having at least once, as it's something you can't do every day. The entire crew was amazing! Thank you so much to Maki, JB, Kela, and everyone else.

水温は暖かく、ウェットスーツ不要。小2の子はクルーに助けられながら参加できた。幼稚園の子は船長と船で見学。思ったほどイルカと泳げはしない。過度な期待は禁物。でも、クルーは楽しい人たちばかりだし、イルカ鯨亀を見れたし、出航イベント、フラダンス最高！イルカ見てからシリアルバーのお菓子が配られ、飲み物は水。食事の時にチーズバーガーとスナック菓子、パックのジュースが配られる。食事に過度な期待は禁物。船上で揺れるし残す人が多い。参加するなら値段は高いが大学が良い。中学は高飛び込みカヤック滑り台がなくシュノーケルしかない。一度は体験した方が良いほど普段できない体験ができる。クルー全員最高！マキ、JB、ケラなどなど本当にお世話になりました。

I had a wonderful experience! The waters in Hawaii aren't very deep, so I was able to enjoy activities without fear. Compared to Japan, the sea was quite blue and beautiful.

What I liked the most was stand-up paddleboarding. I rode on a board floating in the sea, but it was unstable, making it very difficult just to stand. However, the sense of achievement when I managed to stand was incredible, and it felt refreshing. When I participated, the wind was blowing strongly, making it hard to go in the direction I wanted, but it was fun to paddle while riding the waves. The trainers were kind and taught us well, so even beginners can enjoy it!

During this tour, you can chat and laugh with other participants while having fun. Riding a small boat to cut through the wind until we reached the open sea felt great. It's an activity that can be challenging without being overwhelming, tailored to individuals, so I highly recommend it!

素晴らしい経験ができました！ハワイの海はそんなに深くないので、怖くなくアクティビティできました。また、日本と比較してみるとかなり青い海で綺麗でした。
私が気にいったのは、スタンドアップパドルボードです。海に浮かばせたボードに乗るのですが、不安定なので立つだけでも非常に難しかったです。その分立てたときの達成感が凄く、爽快な気分になりました。私が参加したときは風が強く吹いていたので思う方向に進むのは難しかったですが、波に乗ってパドルを漕げたら楽しいです。トレーナーの方々が優しく教えてくれるので、下手な人でも楽しめます！
このツアーでは、他の参加者ともお話ししながら笑いながら遊べます。広い海に出るまで小型のボートに乗って風を切るのも気持ちいいです。個人に合わせて無理なくチャレンジできるアクティビティなのでおすすめです！