Reviewed by: さんちゃん
I joined a sandbar tour because I wanted to see the beautiful ocean. When the English guidance started, I was a bit worried, but they kindly explained everything again in Japanese. Finally, we arrived at the sandbar. It seemed like everyone was good at swimming, as it naturally led to snorkeling, and we all went into the water in our swimsuits. Since neither my husband nor I can swim, we waited in the shallow area of the sandbar, and the instructor brought a float for us to hold onto while pulling us towards the deeper water. Looking into the ocean, we saw so many beautiful fish swimming around, and a large turtle swam right underneath us. It was a truly magical experience. I am grateful to the instructor who gently guided us through the stunning ocean, making it the best memory of our 10-day trip to Hawaii.
素敵な海を見たくて参加したサンドバーのツアー。英語でのガイダンスが始まった時はどうしようかと思いましたが、ちゃんと日本語でも改めて説明してくれました。そしていよいよサンドバーに到着。皆さん泳ぎは得意なのか、当然のようにシュノーケリングをする流れになり、水着で海の中に。私たち夫婦は2人とも泳げないことから、サンドバーの浅瀬で待っていると、インストラクターの方が浮棒を持ってきて、掴まりながら深い海の方まで引っ張っていただきました。海の中を覗くと、とても綺麗な魚がたくさん泳いでいて、そして、大きな亀が真下を横切る。とても幻想的な時間が流れました。期待以上の美しい海の中を、優しく案内していただいたインストラクターの方に感謝。10日間のハワイ旅行の中で一番の思い出になりました。
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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: | 2022/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/27 |
Reviewed by: Emily
The crew did a great job assisting in pointing out the turtles, and overall making the experience memorable.
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/13 |
Reviewed by: Theresa
First off, the employees there are very helpful and elaborate when explaining how the tour works. The views all around were absolutely beautiful, one of my favorite experiences during my Hawaii trip. The kayaking was definitely tiring, even though we only went around the closest nearby reefs and it wasn't a windy day. However, it was really cool to be able to anchor the kayak yourself and decide where you want to go. We were able to see lots of coral (even some new, colorful ones!), schools of fish, and 2 sea turtles! Overall, would definitely recommend this tour to others, and would like to come back one day.
Aloha Theresa! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this amazing review for us! We really appreciate that and I am so glad to hear that you had this kind of experience. Stoked you had a beautiful day on the water and also that our team did a good job to set you up for a great experience. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Yama
My wife and I participated together. We checked the tide level of the sandbar in advance and chose a day with relatively shallow tides to plan our trip and tour schedule. The tide level when we participated was about 60 cm, allowing us to enjoy the atmosphere of the sandbar. Whether walking or swimming, it takes about 5 minutes to reach the sandbar area. Outside the sandbar area, the water gets deeper, and there are corals, where we went snorkeling. We encountered many beautiful fish and sea turtles. It was very moving to see a large sea turtle sleeping on the seabed and three smaller sea turtles swimming together. We were very satisfied and were able to fully enjoy ourselves for over an hour. The only downside was that the water was a bit murky.
We brought our own snorkels and fins. The tour provided snorkels, but it seemed they did not have fins available, as other participants were not using them. If you want to enjoy snorkeling seriously, I think it's best to check in advance whether they can provide fins.
The staff were all able to speak Japanese, and they were kind, cheerful, and very good.
妻と2人で参加しました。事前にサンドバーの潮位を確認して、比較的潮位が浅い日を選んで旅行とツアーの日程を決めました。参加したときの潮位は60cmくらいで、サンドバーの雰囲気を味わうことができました。ボートを降りて、歩いての移動でも、泳ぎながらの移動でも、5分くらいでサンドバーのエリアが終わります。サンドバーのエリアの外側は、深くなっていて、珊瑚もあり、この深いエリアでシュノーケリングをします。たくさんの綺麗なサカナやウミガメに会えました。大きなウミガメが水底で眠っているところや、小さめなウミガメが3匹で泳いでいるところなどが見られてとっても感動しました。私たちは大満足で、1時間以上、フルに楽しむことができました。唯一、水が濁っていたのが少し残念でした。
私たちは自前でシュノーケルとフィンを持って行きました。ツアーでもシュノーケルは貸していましたが、フィンは用意されていないようで、他の参加者はフィンを使っていませんでした。本格的にシュノーケリングを楽しみたい方は、フィンを貸してくれるかどうか、事前に確認した方が良いと思います。
スタッフの方々は、皆さん、日本語も話せて、親切で明るくて、とても良かったです。
Aloha! This is the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to see many sea turtles and were very satisfied. As you mentioned, we do not provide fins for rent, so guests are required to bring their own. We hope you will join us again on your next visit to Hawaii. Our staff looks 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大満足して頂けたとの事、大変うれしく存じます。
おっしゃる通り、フィンの貸し出しは行っておりませんので、お客様の様に各自でご用意して頂く事となります。
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: | 2022/10/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/27 |
Reviewed by: Bgutti
The crew on this ship were kind, funny & kept safety first. The area we were at had many turtles & nice for our family with all levels of experience. We only wished we had more time!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Amanda
This is a must if you are visiting Oahu. The sandbar is magical place and KBWS makes for a memorable trip. The staff is friendly and the musicians were outstanding. BYOB, snacks and floats! This tour has the perfect mix of activists to choose from or chill on their floating doc / cool water ankle to waist deep pending tide.
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/11 |
Reviewed by: Annette
Amazing 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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| Packages: | Afternoon Tour Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/11 |
Reviewed by: HAPPY
I participated in the morning session. The sea was emerald green and very beautiful! I was surprised at how deep and cold it was at first. I tried kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding for the first time, and it was really fun. Although I couldn't see the sandy beach due to timing, I had a great time overall.
午前中の部に参加しました。
海はエメラルドグリーンでとても綺麗でした!思ったよりも深くて冷たくて最初驚きました。カヤックやSUP?を初めてしましたが、とても面白かったです。サンドバーとはいえ、時間的に砂浜の箇所は見れませんでしたが、満喫できました。
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/08 |
Reviewed by: Cam
The live music was really good, everyone was super friendly and everything was very organized and clean.
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/06 |
Reviewed by: chi
They also provide snorkeling, and they offer free mini floaties suitable for 2-year-old children. There are staff members who understand Japanese, which is reassuring.
The kids were very satisfied! Light snacks are included, and there are restrooms on the boat. The weather and everything else was perfect. I would love to participate again when I come to Hawaii with friends next time!
シュノーケリングも付いてるし、浮き輪も子供2歳の子が乗れるミニ浮き輪も無料で貸してくれるし、日本語分かるスタッフもちゃんと居てくれてるので安心。
子供たちも凄く満足していました❗軽食も☕付いてるし、⛴️にはトイレも付いています、天気も何もかも最高でした。また次回友達とハワイに来たら参加したいです
Thank you very much for choosing the Captain Bruce's Paradise Sea Tour from among the many optional tours available. We are very pleased to hear that the children were satisfied as well. We all look forward to the day we can meet again.
この度は数あるオプショナルツアーの中よりキャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーをお選び頂き誠にありがとうございます。
お子様達にも満足して頂けたとの事、大変うれしく存じます。
またお会いできる日を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 with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/08 |
Reviewed by: Funtopawty
Captain and her team was awesome! Loved the experience, it’s mainly luck if you wanna see a lot of marine life but the experience itself was so cool! We went with a total of 14 people in my group
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/08 |
Reviewed by: Dbridge
All around great experience.
Had musicians on the boat that really put on a show on the way to and from the the water activities.
Great host that truly made the experience better.
Bumper tubes was fun, our driver definitely gave us a run for our money !
Worth every penny
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| Packages: | Afternoon Package with Choice of Banana Boat OR Bumper Tube Ride |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/08 |
Reviewed by: ヤス・リ
I had a great time paddleboarding at the sandbar, and I was able to see a large turtle while snorkeling. The visibility was a bit poor, though.
サンドバーではサップしたりして楽しかった、シュノーケリングでは大きなカメを見ることができた。少し透明度が悪かった。
Aloha! Thank you very much for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. We are very happy to hear that you had a great time and encountered sea turtles. The sandbar is a truly mystical spot that shows different expressions depending on the day and time, so we will continue to strive as a team to ensure that everyone can enjoy the beautiful sandbar, regardless of the weather or tide levels. We sincerely look forward to your next visit.
アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。
ウミガメに出会えて、楽しくツアーに参加していただけたとのことでとても嬉しく思います。
サンドバーはその日その時間によって違う表情を見せてくれるとても神秘的なスポットですので、天候や潮位に関わらず皆様に美しいサンドバーを満喫していただけるようこれからもスタッフ一同努力を重ねてまいります。
またのお越しを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: | 2022/10/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/19 |
Reviewed by: Claudia
Vibe was great, music was awesome. They had live music on our trip to the location and played music while we played in the water. It was the best activity we booked on our trip. We enjoyed paddle boarding the best. But just hanging out in the middle of the ocean was so much fun. Would definitely recommend. I didn't book the extra activities and still had a great time. Don't forget to bring your reef safe sunscreen. The crew was great and very helpful.
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/15 |
Reviewed by: Karissa
The overall experience was amazing. It was the best part about our trip. The scenery is breathtaking. The best part was snorkeling in a hole that was bombed in 1942. When we snorkeled in the bomb hole we seen a couple turtles and other sea life. The only thing that I didn’t care for was that it is a workout to come back. I thought it was gonna be easy to kayak the way back but it was exhausting. So I would say give yourself some time to come back especially if you have young children because you will sweat.
Aloha Karissa! 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 amazing pictures! We really appreciate that! Stoked to hear you and your family had a great time (and got a great workout!). Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/17 |
Reviewed by: Simon
The crew was very nice and friendly! We loved it!!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/06 |
Reviewed by: CDinh
My family enjoyed this tour. All staff are very nice and helpful. Elvin helped my 8-year old son in kayaking. The gentleman at snorkeling helped me when I couldn’t swim back to the boat. The bus driver was very nice too. Oh the staffs on the boat are all friendly. Thank you all for the wonderful experience.
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/05 |
Reviewed by: Janet
We saw lots of green turtles as well as a variety of fish. The staff on board were excellent, making sure that everyone was enjoying the experience. I will go on this tour again when I come back to Waikiki.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/05 |
Reviewed by: Jared
We had a fantastic time the staff was very friendly it was a well organized Excursion. They had all the toys to play with on the sandbar and it was safe and was a good time even in the rain. We’d love to go again but on a sunny day.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/04 |
Reviewed by: vanilla
It was my first time back in Hawaii in three years, and my first time participating in this cruise in three years as well. The weather was probably the best I've ever experienced. The ocean seemed to be clearer than before. Wearing masks is optional. If you're concerned, it might be a good idea to bring your own mask and snorkel. Prices have gone up compared to before, but the easy snorkeling off Waikiki and the enjoyable cruising experience are worth it.
3年ぶりのハワイ、3年ぶりのこのクルーズへの参加でした。今までで多分1番のお天気。海がキレイになったような気がします。マスク着用は自由です。気になる方はマイマスク、シュノーケル持参がいいかもしれません。以前と比べて値上がっていますが、ワイキキ沖でのお手軽シュノーケル、気持ちいいクルージングは価値ありです。
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| Packages: | 【期間限定!】基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Liz M.
Had the best time on this trip. From the moment we checked in to the end of the day, Staff were sooo helpful and friendly. Everything was explained and the trip was just so much fun. Not to mention the live music on the boat was sooo good. I will definelty book again on my next trip to hawaii.
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| Packages: | Morning All-Inclusive Tour Banana Boat & Bumper Tube |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/28 |
Reviewed by: Christina H
Parking was easy if you got there early enough. The lunch was offered as we got on the boat, so if you miss breakfast you won't have to wait long to eat. We got to try the paddle board and chill in the middle lounge area. The tide was pretty high and the current was pushing, but we still had a great time.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/06 |
Reviewed by: Grace
This activity is something I would recommend to all my friends as a must do! The sand bar was recommended to me by a friend and when looking at photos it looked amazing and it lived up to that expectation if not more! This is a fun group activity that can accommodate a large group and super easy to change the reservation if needed. Half of the group have never kayaked before and half have. The conditions the day of was cloudy and we had passerby showers with some choppy waves as we kayaked to the sandbar. It took about an hour there and another hour back, but if you have experience kayaking and the conditions are good, you may get there quicker. Something I would recommend is everyone getting single kayaks instead of doubles because it was easier to navigate with a single versus a double. Definitely a must do if you are in Oahu!
Aloha Grace! 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 for us. Really great feedback, which we really appreciate. And so glad to hear you had such a good experience kayaking out to the sandbar through us at He'eia State Park. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo nui loa!
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| Packages: | Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/09 |
Reviewed by: Keiko3
The basics are in English, but there are crew members who speak Japanese. It's possible to participate even if you're not good at English. I think it's important, especially since marine sports come with varying degrees of risk.
基本は英語ですが,日本語を話すクルーがいます。
英語が苦手でも参加可能です。
特にマリンスポーツは大なり小なり危険を伴うので大切なことだと思います。
Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Currently, our guides are primarily English-speaking, but there are occasionally crew members who speak Japanese as well. We sincerely look forward to welcoming you again on your next visit.
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。
現在ガイドにつきましては英語のガイドとなっておりますが、たまに日本語も話すクルーがいます。
またの機会にお越しいただけますことを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: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/29 |
Reviewed by: Gonzalez Family
Full package, many activities
Family loved it!
Not enough time!
Wish it could last more to enjoy all the activities!
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| Packages: | Afternoon All-Inclusive Tour w/ Lunch, Banana Boat & Bumper Tube |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/08 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Great crew! Love how you can byob! Beautiful water and activities. Only wish it would be a bit longer. If you have booked a activity (tubing or banana boat) expect to lose about 30 mins for a 3-4 minute ride. Other than that all was great
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| Packages: | Morning Package with Choice of Banana Boat OR Bumper Tube Ride |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/01 |
Reviewed by: AEDD
We had a great time at the sandbar! The staff was friendly, professional and explained all the safety rules to ensure we all had a nice time. We enjoyed the live music to and from our destination. Our family was able to snorkel and use the kayaks and paddle boards. What a nice afternoon enjoying the sandbar in Kaneohe Bay!!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/01 |
Reviewed by: Bryan Forrest
My wife and I had a great time with Captain and crew. Enjoyed the bay, sandbar, watching sea turtles, and meeting new friends from around the country.
Great burgers and cold drinks were perfect to make this excursion a must book experience on your island vacation.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/30 |
Reviewed by: candace
First of all, the staff is amazing. So fun, nice and helpful in all ways. Make sure to go during low tide though. We ended up going during high tide and wasn't able to touch the floor. Other than that, everything was great!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/09 |
Reviewed by: ニック
The condition of the sandbar depends on the day. I would like recommendations for the schedule and timing, but I need to do my own research, so I would appreciate advice when making a reservation.
The scenery is very beautiful! I was able to see sea turtles while snorkeling, and the underwater views were also lovely.
I really enjoyed paddleboarding as well!
サンドバーの状態はその日次第。日程や時間はおすすめを教えてほしいが、自分で調べないといけないので、そのあたりはアドバイスが予約時にほしい。
景色がとてもよい!シュノーケリングでウミガメもみれて、海のなかの景色もきれいでよかった
SUPも楽しめてとてもよかった!
Thank you very much for choosing the Captain Bruce's Paradise Sea Tour from among the many optional tours available. We are very pleased to hear that you had a great time participating in the tour, including encountering sea turtles and enjoying activities like stand-up paddleboarding. Your valuable feedback and experiences will be taken into consideration for our future operations. We all sincerely look forward to the day we can meet again.
この度は数あるオプショナルツアーの中よりキャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーをお選び頂き誠にありがとうございます。
ウミガメに出会えて、SUPなど楽しくツアーに参加していただけたとのことでとても嬉しく思います。
頂いた貴重な体験談、ご意見は今後の運営の参考とさせて頂きます。
またお会いできる日を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: | 2022/10/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/28 |
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Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. We are thrilled to hear that it became the best memory of your 10-day trip to Hawaii. Thank you for your kind words about our staff. We hope you will join us again on your next visit 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。この度はご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。
10日間のハワイ旅行の中で一番の思い出になった様で大変嬉しく思います。
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。
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。