All Reviews for Windward East Oahu

Embarking on the snorkeling and kayaking adventure at Sanbar was an unforgettable experience that truly encapsulated the essence of exploring nature's underwater marvels while enjoying the serene beauty of the open waters. The crystal-clear waters offered an unobstructed view of vibrant marine life and mesmerizing coral formations, making the snorkeling experience nothing short of magical. Each moment spent underwater felt like being in a different world, surrounded by a kaleidoscope of colors and life.

The kayaking segment of our adventure was equally impressive. Paddling through the calm waters with the sun casting a golden hue over the landscape was incredibly peaceful and allowed for a unique perspective of the Sanbar's picturesque coastline. The kayaks were well-maintained and easy to maneuver, making the experience enjoyable for both beginners and experienced kayakers alike.

What truly made the experience stand out was the exceptional guidance and support from the staff. Their expertise and passion for the marine environment were evident, as they pointed out interesting flora and fauna, ensuring we didn't miss any of the hidden gems beneath the waves or along the shore.

Overall, the snorkeling and kayaking experience at Sanbar is a must-do for anyone looking to immerse themselves in the beauty of nature, whether underwater or gliding on the surface. It's an ideal adventure for those seeking tranquility, excitement, and a deeper appreciation for the natural world.

We participated in a four-wheeler buggy tour as a couple. The experience of driving through the majestic mountains of Hawaii is something you won't easily find elsewhere, and it's an activity I highly recommend for car enthusiasts.

夫婦で四輪バギーのラプターツアーに参加しました。
ハワイの神々しい山中の自然を車で走る体験はなかなか味わえないもので、車好きにはお勧めのアクティビティです。

The tour had breathtaking views, and both our guide Zoe and the boat drivers were incredibly kind, making the experience absolutely worth it.

The raptor tour at the ranch and the guides where so much fun and would love to do it again.

The transportation is a while nother issue. We needed to be to the bus pick up by 815 to check in for our 830 departure. Was told at pick up no food or drinks on the bus so we thought we could eat when we got there.

Bus left at 830 and arrived at 920 where we where kept in the bus for another 10 plus min for no reason given to us. A bus that had no working bathroom. When released we where told we had to gather for a briefing and couldn't use the restroom or we'd miss it itinerary.

Spent another 10 min for everyone on the bus to get a paper with their activities printed on it. Then we where lead into the ranch and briefed on every actively before being turned loose with just enough time to go-to the bathroom and report for our your at 1015.

After the two hour tour (great time) we had barley enough time to wash and get back on the bus. We where hungry and wanted to eat and shop for souvenirs but instead had to wait till we got back to our hotel at 2pm

No eating 8am to 2pm
Would have spent at least another $100 on food and gifts if given the time. Would never take their transportation again. Find your own way!

The tour guides were great! Very informative and funny. We did get soaking wet due to the weather but man was it worth it! We had a great experience! We stopped a few time to take pictures and talk about the history. The guides were very informative. They also talked about different movies that were made there.Highly recommended!

It was a beautiful experience, lots and fun activities to do and the boat crew were super friendly!! We would definitely do it again, we had so much fun!! Thank you!

Although it's called a sandbar, it seems that it only becomes a sandy beach for a few days a year.

In the deepest part, it's about 1 meter deep, I think.

It's nice to be able to enjoy relaxed marine leisure activities in the sea.

There were also some foreigners who brought beer and other drinks (on boats and floating islands).

It doesn't feel like marine sports, so I was able to enjoy it leisurely while taking in the beautiful scenery.

サンドバーとはいうものの、実際に砂浜になるのは年数日だそうです。

１番深い所で1メートルくらいかな？

海の中で、ゆるめのマリンレジャーができるのは良いです。

外国の方はビール等を持ち込んで飲んでいる人もいました（船や浮島で）


マリンスポーツという感じではないので、良い景色を見ながらゆる～く楽しめました。

I will provide information rather than impressions.

When boarding the bus, show your voucher (a display on your smartphone is acceptable). You won't be able to get off for over an hour until you arrive at the destination, so it's best to take care of any restroom needs beforehand. After arriving, you will wait at the top of the stairs right near the bus drop-off point (referred to as Building A from here on). You will also wait here for the return bus after the activity. If you have time before your return, you can purchase souvenirs and meals inside Building A to pass the time. You can also explore the surroundings until it's time to leave.

When it's time to go back, a staff member will come to check participants. You can show the paper mentioned below. A voucher might also be acceptable.

While waiting, your name will be called, and you will receive a paper with the schedule and other details. After that, everyone will move to the adjacent building (referred to as Building B from here on).

The guide will speak rapidly in English (for those who are not proficient in English, it may be too fast to understand; they are likely explaining the different destinations based on the plans).

In this plan, you will move to the building that is labeled for horseback riding (referred to as Building C from here on). It's just a 5-10 second walk right in front of you. Arriving about 10 minutes before the start time is fine. The start time will also be written on the paper you receive. You should be able to find Building C easily. If you are unsure of the location, you can catch the guide after they finish speaking and ask for directions. They will help you if you show your ticket and ask where to go.

The horseback riding experience lasts for two hours, and you will be riding continuously for that time. You won't be able to get off. If you have average physical fitness, it should be no problem, but it might be tough for elderly participants.

When it's time, you will move to Building C for check-in. Here, you will watch a training video, which is entirely in Japanese. The training video is quite short, just a few minutes long, and you might wonder if it's enough, but surprisingly, everyone managed just fine.

You will be provided with a free bag that can hold two sets of items approximately 25*20*5 cm, which can be attached to the horse. You will also borrow a helmet for free. Additionally, if you have a waist pouch, you can wear that. However, all shoulder bags are not allowed, and you will need to either put them in the provided bag or store them in a locker. I didn't use the locker, so I'm not entirely sure, but I believe there was one in Building B (located in the area opposite Building C). Shoulder straps attached to smartphones are also not allowed. If you want to take photos, you will need to take your phone out of the bag. This could lead to the risk of dropping it while taking pictures.

If you drop something, you might be able to ask the guide (who mainly speaks English) for help, but since you'll be riding, you won't be able to use a translation app. If you don't speak English, it may be difficult. Additionally, depending on the environment and situation, it might be quite challenging to search for lost items, so it's advisable to be careful while taking photos.

If the sun is strong, wearing short sleeves is recommended. It's fine if you don't, but bringing water is also a good idea. You can manage to drink while riding if you try.

After horseback riding, participants will not move freely but will line up and move together. The guide will also ride along and move with the group (going back and forth along the line). The horses generally remember the path and will follow the route automatically. However, they may go too fast, too slow, get close to bumping into each other, or stray slightly from the path, so some handling will be necessary.

感想ではなく情報を記載します。

行きのバス乗車時にVoucher（スマホからの表示でOK）を見せます。
現地到着まで１時間以上降りられないのでトイレなどは済ませていたほうが良いです。
現地到着後、バス降り場からすぐの階段を登った場所で一旦待ちます。（以降建物Aと記載）
尚、アクティビティ終了後の帰りのバスもここで待ちます。帰るまでに時間がある場合、建物Aの中でお土産と食事を購入できるので、それで時間を潰すことになります。帰りの時間まで周りの散策などもできます。
帰りは時間になると係の人が来て参加者の確認を行います。下記記載の紙を見せればOKです。Voucherでもいいかも？

待っていると、名前が呼ばれ予定等が記載された紙を貰えます。
その後、隣の建物（以降建物Bと記載）にみんなで移動します。

案内の人が英語でガーッと何か喋ります。（英語が苦手な人は速すぎてまったく聞き取れません、多分プランごとに行き場が分かれるのでその説明をしているのかと）

このプランではhorseback（だったはず）と書いてある建物（以降建物Cと記載）に移動することになります。徒歩５～１０秒位の眼の前の建物です。
プランの開始時間の１０分位前に行けばOKです。開始時間は上記で貰える紙にも書いてあります。建物Cは見回せば見つかると思います。
場所がわからない場合は案内の人が喋り終わったあとに捕まえて確認してください。チケット見せてどこ行けばいいか聞けば教えてくれます。

乗馬体験２時間とありますが。本当にぶっ続けで２時間のります。降りれません。一般的な体力があれば全く問題はありませんがお年寄りだとつらいかも。

時間になったら建物Cに移動し受付を行います。
ここで教習のビデオを見ます。全て日本語です。
教習は数分程度のビデオになります。本当にこれだけでいいのか？と思うほど短いですが意外とみんななんとかなっていました。

乗馬中に持っていける荷物（片手で難しいが乗馬中に取り出すことも可能）は、だいたい25*20*5が２つ、１セットになった馬にセットできるバックを無料で貸してくれます。（ヘルメットも借ります、無料です）
それとは別にウェストポーチであれば別途装備していけます。肩がけタイプは全てNGで上記の貸出バックの中に入れるか、ロッカーにしまっていくことになります。ロッカーは使用しなかったので正確ではないですが、たしか建物Bにあったはずです。（建物Bから見て、建物Cの逆側のエリアにあったはず）
スマホなどの紐付き肩がけもNGです。撮影する場合はバックから取り出して行います。その為、撮影時落とす可能性があり怖いです。
落とした場合は一緒に馬で移動してくれるガイドさん（ほぼ英語のみ）にお願いすれば可能かもしれませんが、乗馬しながらになるので翻訳アプリ等は使えないです。英語ができない場合は多分無理です。
また、環境、状況的に探すのがかなり困難な場合があります、会話ができてもダメな可能性があります。撮影時は気をつけたほうがよいです。

日差しが強い場合は半袖がよいです。無くても大丈夫ですが水を持っていくのもよいです。頑張れば乗馬しながら飲めます。

乗馬後はフリーに移動するのではなく参加者全員で１列になって移動します。ガイドの人も馬にのって一緒に移動（列全体を行ったり来たり）します。馬自体がほぼ道を覚えていて、自動的にルートを移動してくれる感じです。先頭以外の馬も基本的には前の馬を追尾します。といっても早く行き過ぎる、もしくは遅い、前にぶつかりそうになる、少し道をそれるなど完璧ではないので、ある程度の操作が必要となります。

Lots of fun. Nice staff. Beautiful area! Was a great adventure for a family! Would highly recommend. You can Kayak, snorkel and go on a nice bike ride all in one day.

The wind was cold, but the sunshine was warm, and the seawater wasn't too cold, so I was able to enjoy the ocean until the end. At the snorkeling and kayaking spots, the staff provided support, so I could enjoy myself with peace of mind. Onboard, there was live music, and we had unlimited donuts and drinks, making it enjoyable even while on the boat.

風は冷たかったですが、日差しは暖かく、海水も冷た過ぎず、最後まで海の中で楽しめました。
シュノーケルの所やカヤックの所には、スタッフがサポートしてくれましたので安心して楽しむことがでしました。
船内では、生演奏の中、ドーナツ・飲み物が飲み放題で、船内にいても楽しめました。

My husband is 65 and I’m almost 60…never even driven an ATV before, and this was SO much fun! I would do it again!! Our guides were great. The UTVs rode crazy well over the rough terrain. It was dusty and dry the day we went-wear the face covering they provide and goggles. The vehicles are easy to drive and the path you follow behind the guide are bumpy and fun. The only thing I was bummed about is that we didn’t get to stop at the yard of bones for a picture. I think we ran a little behind. We needed about 10-15 more mins in our tour. All in all it was great fun, and we’d do it again if we come back to Oahu!

Kualoa Ranch Movie Location Tour
It was worth going; visiting six movie and drama filming locations was fun. I opted for a tour with transportation included. The price was quite high, but it included a Kaneohe Bay cruise.
The tour took plenty of time, and the lunch buffet was excellent.
The tour of the filming locations for Jurassic Park and the Ocean Voyage tour were all guided in English, and I’m really glad I participated.

クアロア牧場映画ロケ地巡りツアー
行った甲斐があった映画やドラマロケ地6ヶ所めぐり楽しかった。送迎付きツアーにしました。お値段はかなり高かったですが
カネオヘ湾クルーズ付き
たっぷり時間をかけたツアーランチビュッフェも最高でした
ジェラシックパークの撮影地ツアー
＆オーシャンボヤージュのツアー
全て英語でのガイドでしたが
参加して本当に良かったです

Since I had to leave my luggage in a locker for horseback riding, it seems better to have not too much luggage, about the size of two carry-on bags. Renting one locker for a day was $5.

The bus ride to and from can be cold, so it's good to have something like a cardigan to wear for warmth. If you're sensitive to the cold, it might be better to have something thicker like a hoodie.

The horseback riding experience was very pleasant, and the horses were very smart, making it a valuable experience!

There aren't many places to kill time at Kualoa Ranch, so it would be wise to minimize your stay time to match the bus reservation times, allowing you to make the most of your time after returning!

乗馬するのに荷物をロッカーに預けなければならなかったので荷物は手荷物2つ分くらいであまり多くない方が良さそうです。ロッカー1つ1日借りるのに5ドルでした。
行き帰りのバスが寒いので防寒用にカーディガンなど羽織れるものがあると良いです。寒がりの方はパーカーなど厚手のものがあった方が良さそうです。
乗馬体験はとても気持ちよく、お馬さんもとてもお利口で貴重な体験が出来ました！
クアロアランチ内で時間を潰す場所があまりないので行き帰りのバスは予約時間に合わせて最小の滞在時間にした方が帰ってきてからの時間を有効に活用できそうです！

I had previously ridden horses at Kualoa Ranch, and this time I decided to drive a buggy.

It was a nearly two-hour drive. I took turns driving with my child (who is a beginner driver). Only two drivers are allowed to operate the buggy, while the others just ride along. There were guides at various locations where filming took place, and we could take photos.

I found the buggy's accelerator to be far away, making it difficult to press down firmly. Because of this, I ended up leaving too much space between us and was scolded by the guide...

It might be challenging for shorter individuals to drive.

It was quite a thrilling experience. I had fun.

However, you will get covered in sand, so changing clothes is essential. Your face will also get quite sandy, so it might be a good idea to bring body wipes or something similar. After our time at Kualoa Ranch, we first returned to the hotel to take a shower.

以前クアロアランチで馬に乗ったことがあり、今回はバギーを運転する事にしました。

2時間近くのドライブ。子供（ペーパードライバー）と交代で運転しました。
ドライバーは2人までしか運転できなく、後の人は乗っているだけです。
所々でロケ地で使われた場所のガイドがあり、写真もとれます。

私にはバギーのアクセルが遠く、しっかり踏み込むことが困難でした。そのせいで車間距離を開け過ぎてしまいガイドさんに叱られました…

背の低い方はドライバーとしては難しいかもしれません。

中々スリルのある体験ができました。楽しかったです。

ただ体中、砂だらけになりますので着替えは必須です。顔もかなり砂まみれになりますのでボディシートなども用意して行かれた方がいいかもしれません。私達はクアロアランチの後、まずホテルに帰りシャワーを浴びました。

The ATV ride was awesome full of adrenaline. The excitement of going thru the mountain and valleys and still look at the ocean was great. The guys guiding us were cool and friendly. Going through dirt, water and mud rushing thru curves and very cool.

I was picked up at a nearby hotel just after 8 AM, and it took about 30 minutes from Honolulu to the harbor. The cruiser was larger than I expected, with around 30 participants and about 10 staff members, but there was still plenty of space.

First, we received various explanations from a staff member who spoke Japanese, and as the cruiser set off, we enjoyed live ukulele music and singing until we arrived at the sandbar. We had three hours of free time, and since we had signed up for the banana boat and bumper tube, we were guided there first. After that, we went snorkeling, but the water was deeper than I thought, reaching up to my waist at 163 cm. However, there were many fish around the coral, and the kids were thrilled. There were also people playing water volleyball, floating on inflatable rings, and others relaxing on the cruiser.

It might have been just that day, but the wind was strong, and the temperature didn't rise, making it quite cold! It was mentioned to bring a bath towel, but we only brought three for five people, thinking we would just dry off quickly. After drying off, we were cold, and the kids were covering their heads with the towels, leaving us parents shivering. Thankfully, they provided warm herbal tea, which helped us get through it. So, for those participating, I recommend bringing something to wear after getting out of the water, even though it might be a bit of a hassle.

All the staff members were friendly and made an effort to understand our limited English, for which we were grateful.

There were ropes marking safe areas in the water, and staff members were stationed around to ensure we could play in a monitored area. The light snacks included several types of donuts, orange juice, water, and herbal tea, and my child loved the donuts so much that they kept asking for more. Additionally, there were two clean restrooms for each gender.

I would love to participate again if I go to Hawaii!

朝8時過ぎに近くのホテルでピックアップして貰い、ホノルルから船乗り場まで30分くらいの感じでした。
思っていたより大きなクルーザーでツアーに参加される人が30人くらいと10人くらいスタッフが居ましたが、それでも随分余裕がありました。
初めに日本語が話せるスタッフに色々な説明を受け、クルーザーが動き出し、ウクレレの生演奏や歌を聴いている間にサンドバーに到着しました。
3時間の自由時間があり、ウチはバナナボートやバンパーチューブを申し込んでいたので先にそちらに案内されました。
それが終わるとシュノーケリングをしたのですが、思っていたより深く163cmの私の股上あたりまで水がありました。でも珊瑚周辺は沢山の魚がおり子供が大喜びしていました。あとは水上バレーや浮き輪で浮いてる人、クルーザー中でゆっくり過ごす人様々でした。
その日はたまたまかと思いますが、風が強く気温も上がらずとにかく寒い！バスタオルは持参と書いてあったのですが、さらっと体を拭くだけかと5人で3枚しか持っていかなかったので体を吹いたあとは寒くて子供たちがバスタオルを頭から被っていたので親の私たち寒くて震えていましたが、暖かいハーブティーを用意してくれ何とかしのげました。
なので、参加される方は荷物になりますが、海から出たあと羽織れるものを持参される方がよいかと思います。

スタッフの方は皆フレンドリーで英語の拙い私たちの英語も理解しようとしてくださり感謝でした。

海の中でも行っても良い場所までロープが張られ、あちこちにスタッフの方が立って下さっており目が行き届く所で遊ぶ感じになっていました。
軽食はドーナツ数種類、オレンジジュース、水、ハーブティーでしたが、子供がこのドーナツを気に入り何度もお代わりしていたくらいでした。
あと、トイレも男女別で2つずつ用意されており綺麗でした。

またハワイに行ったらまた参加したいです

This was my third time in Hawaii, and I visited Kailua Beach for the first time. It was much less crowded than Waikiki, making it a very romantic experience. I noticed many newlyweds, which was heartwarming to see.

You can rent mats and beach chairs from the shop, so after a relaxing time on the beach, we returned to the shop for lunch. There were many delicious lunch options available.

The half-Asian driver and the shop staff were kind, efficient, and easy to talk to, making them wonderful people. The lockers, changing rooms, and restrooms were clean and easy to use.

This time, after the beach, I was taken to Kailua Town for shopping, but next time I want to rent a bike and visit Lanikai Beach. Thank you to all the staff!

ハワイ三度目にして、初めてカイルアビーチに来ました。
ワイキキより人も少なくてとてもロマンティックに過ごせます。新婚旅行？のお二人が多い様に感じられ、見ていて微笑ましかっです。
お店でゴザとビーチチェアを借りられるのでまったりビーチで過ごした後、お店に戻りランチしました。ランチの種類も多くて美味しかったです。

送迎のハーフのお兄さんもお店のお姉さんも優しくてテキパキしており、話しやすくて素敵な方達でした。
ロッカーも着替えルームもトイレも綺麗で使いやすかったです。
今回は、ビーチの後にカイルアタウンに送ってもらい買い物しましたが次回は自転車レンタルしてラニカイビーチにも行きたいと思います。
スタッフの皆様ありがとうございました。

The best tour to go on in Oahu. Amazing vibes! Amazing live music! Great service! The food was ehhh, 3/10, but you can BYOB and eat before or after! Amazing time. Would highly recommend.

This is our second time with Captain Bob's, and we will definitely return.... We recommend this group because they are very knowledgeable, you get to play on the sandbar, enjoy a great lunch, snorkel around a small reef and they take you to a spot to see many turtles!!!!
Our captains were so helpful with our family members that needed extra help, they were so attentive to their needs and were watching our for them all the time...... They were so friendly and pleasant to be around..... Awesome, fantastic, wonderful, excellent were the words my family of 6 kept saying over and over...... We highly recommend Captain Bob's and will definitely return when we come back to Oahu....

The wind felt a bit cold, but the weather was nice and the sea was crystal clear—it was the best! Although we only spoke Japanese, the staff were very kind and made us feel at ease!

風が少し寒く感じましたが天気も良く海も透き通ってて最高でした！
日本語しか話せない私達でしたがスタッフのみなさんも凄く親切で安心できました！

The whole crew was amazing, kind and funny! Spending the day at the sandbar was such an incredible experience and I highly suggest it for anyone looking to spend a fun day in the ocean. Would definitely book this trip again, the live music was also just amazing!

Easy to book and stress free service. We had a good time visiting. Staff were super friendly from front desk, tour to souvenir store.

Wow this was my firs time in hawaii and this compamy made my life easier. I realy recomend them we spend the best time in ours tours.

I was able to fully immerse myself in the world of Jurassic Park. If you have a Japanese driver's license, anyone can drive! There are a couple of water spots in the first half and three in the second half, and if you step on the gas, you'll get as wet as if you were on a rapid slide, which is fantastic (laughs). If you're alternating driving with someone, you can switch every time you stop at a viewpoint, so both of you can experience it. Your face, hair, and clothes will definitely get dirty from the dust (and water), so if you're concerned, it might be a good idea to bring wet wipes or a change of clothes. The restrooms were clean! The instructor spoke English, and there was also one Japanese staff member, so it's reassuring! This time we used a buggy, but next time I want to try horseback riding and zip-lining as well.

ジュラシックパークの世界観にどっぷりハマることができました日本の免許を持っていけば誰でも運転できます️前半に一箇所、後半に三箇所ほどウォータースポット（水たまり？）があって、全力でアクセルを踏み込めば、急流滑りくらい濡れますが最高です（笑）ふたりで交互に運転するなら、ビュースポットで降りるたびに交代すればどちらも体験できます顔や髪、服は砂埃(と、水)でちゃんと汚れるので、気になる方はウェットティッシュや着替えを持っていくのがいいかもです。トイレは綺麗でした！インストラクターの方は英語話者の方ですが、お一人日本人の職員さんもおられるので安心です！今回はバギーでしたが、次回は乗馬やジップラインも体験してみたいです

It was truly like Jurassic Park.
There were various facilities in the ranch that I believe were used for filming the movie, and it brought back memories of Jurassic Park.
I had a valuable experience riding a four-wheeler through the ranch for almost an hour. I would like to visit again on another occasion.

ほんとうにジュラシックパークでした。
牧場内にはいろいろ映画の撮影に使われたと思う施設があり、ジュラシックパークの映画がよみがえってきました。
約１時間弱四輪バギーで牧場内を駆け抜けて貴重な体験をさせていただきました。またの機会にもう一度訪れたいと思います。

I participated at my husband's suggestion, and I truly think it was worth going! However, you will definitely get your face and clothes covered in dirt, so it's best to bring clothes you don't mind throwing away and some wet wipes.

夫の提案で参加しましたが、行ってよかったと心から思います！
ただ本当に顔も服も土だらけになるので、捨ててもよい服とウェットティッシュは持って行った方がいいです。

So many fun zip lines and two suspension bridges. The guides were all so lovely and made me feel safe throughout the entire adventure. Highly recommend for an unforgettable experience in Hawaii!

Meet at the location with a rental car. The parking lot is quite full and tight. After check-in, you have free time until the meeting time. After gathering, a summary of precautions is provided in a Japanese video.

Get on the Kawasaki off-road buggy and off we go. We proceed along a relatively well-maintained road, park at the first detour spot, and receive an explanation (in English). After this, we navigate up and down the road, stopping at about three points while squealing with excitement on our way to the final destination. Your face and clothes will get covered in sand, so it's advisable to cover your mouth with a bandana.

レンタカーで現地集合。駐車場が結構いっぱいでキツイ。受付後に集合時間までフリー。集合した後、日本語のビデオで注意点をサマリー。
Kawasaki オフロードバギーに乗り込み、いざ出発。比較的整備された道を進み最初の寄り道スポットで駐車し、説明を受ける。(英語) この後アップダウンの道をキャーキャー言いながら3地点ほど止まりながら最終地点に向かう。顔と服は砂まみれになるのでバンダナで口を覆うべし。

Crew members were amazing! Saw beautiful coral and fishes. Fun activities for family with kids

We love the setting of the boat lounge. All the staffs are very friendly and helpful. We love the donuts and drinks! The singers while sailing are also good. We also love how they guide us on how to do the snorkeling and how they are protecting us while doing our sandbar activities. Special thanks to Toby for checking on us while doing the paddle board. We will definitely go back with them on our next Oahu trip! Highly recommended! Don't go somewhere else if you want the best Sandbar experience!!!