All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

At first, I was scared, but seeing Waikiki from the ocean, I was moved by the vast sea. The view was amazing. The staff were also very friendly and approachable, which I appreciated.

最初は怖かったですが、海から見るワイキキ、広大な海に感動しました。最高の眺めでした。
スタッフの方もとても気さくに接して頂き、ありがたかったです。

I like this activity a lot because the team is nice. They play music and sing songs which makes the vibe very enjoyable. Activities included snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaking, and beach volley.

Emi and Natsue, the Japanese staff, were very kind and provided thorough explanations. The tour included a round-trip shuttle, lunch, and bicycles (for those who can't ride, there is also a bus to Kailua Town) for a full five hours. The rental of mats and bodyboards was also good. I think this is perfect for those who want to relax on the beach but also want to shop and see Lanikai Beach. It was also appreciated by Japanese guests that there were changing rooms and lockers. I will use this service again. Thank you!

日本語スタッフのえみさんとなつえさん。
とても親切で説明も丁寧でした。（all日本語です）
ツアー内容も往復シャトルとランチと自転車（乗れない人はカイルアタウンへのバスもあり）でたっぷり5時間。ゴザやボディーボードの貸出もgood。
ビーチでのんびりしたいけど、買い物もしたい！ラニカイビーチも見たい！という人にはぴったりだと思います。
更衣室やロッカーがあるのも日本人にはありがたかったです。
また利用します。ありがとうございましたー！

My family and I really enjoyed the sandbar tour. We did AM tour without lunch. Donuts and beverages were provided. I enjoyed snorkeling, paddle boarding, the live music, and friendliness of the crew. I recommend the sandbar tour and would do it again.

It was great to travel by boat while listening to live music; it really added to the experience. Although we didn't go to a sandbar, the sea was beautiful, and we saw plenty of fish swimming around. Even as a beginner, I was taught carefully, and there were no dangerous spots at all. I could feel that all the staff were eager to make it enjoyable for everyone. However, I was disappointed that while the Japanese staff were very friendly to foreigners, they didn't seem as welcoming to Japanese guests.

生演奏を聴きながらの、船での移動盛り上がってとても良かったです。
サンドバーにはならなかったのですが、海も綺麗で魚が泳ぐところを沢山見れました。初心者でも丁寧に教えて頂き、危ないところは、ひとつもなかったです。スタッフのみんなも楽しませようという姿勢が感じられました。ただ、日本人のスタッフが外人には凄く良いのに対して、日本人にはあまり感じよくなかったので、がっかりしました。

The plan included lunch. The people around us at our assigned seats were already eating or had finished their meals, so we thought we should go get our food ourselves. When I asked if I could take this (something like a sandwich), a Japanese woman came over and said not to take it because the staff would bring it. However, no one brought us lunch no matter how long we waited. The staff had said they would bring it, but they didn't. There was a lack of responsibility. It wasn't a cheap tour, and since it was stated that lunch was included, we went without eating... I even went to get it because that person said they would bring it. The way she said it was quite harsh. What should have been a fun activity turned into an unpleasant memory. I swam on an empty stomach, felt unwell, and couldn't enjoy myself. It's really disappointing because the other crew members were very kind and friendly.

プランには昼食つきとありました。席を振り分けられ座った場所の周囲の人たちはすでに食事中か食事が済んでいたので自分たちで食事をとりに行くのだと思い取りに行ってコレ（サンドイッチのようなもの）を持って行っていいか聞くと日本人？の女の人がやってきてスタッフが持ってくるから取るなと言いました。しかし待っても待っても誰も昼食を私達に運んではくれませんでした。
スタッフが持ってくると日本人？の女のスタッフは言ったのに持ってこなかった。　責任感が無さすぎる。安いツアーでもないのに昼食があるって書いてたからわざわざ食べずに行ったのに...それもわざわざ取りに行ったのに持ってくるとあの人は言いました。言い方もかなりキツめでした。楽しいはずのアクティビティーが嫌な思い出になった。　空腹のまま泳いで気分も悪いし楽しめませんでした。他のクルーの人達はとても親切で優しかったから本当に残念です。

The service provided by the tour guide couple was excellent. I was satisfied with the tour itself, including the transportation, guidance to the snorkeling points, and snacks afterward. It was also nice that the tour photos were uploaded to Facebook. The only disappointment was not being able to see any sea turtles. It seems that whether you can see them or not varies by day and between morning and afternoon.

ツアーガイドの夫婦のサービスは最高に良かった。送迎、シュノーケルポイントへの案内、終了後のスナック等ツアー自体には満足。ツアーの写真がFBにアップされるのも良かった。唯一ウミガメが見れなかったのは残念だった。日によってや、午前午後で見れるとき、見れないときがあるみたいだった。

I experienced parasailing for the first time. It was only a few minutes in the air, but I had a wonderful aerial adventure. We boarded a motorboat with several groups and took turns flying in the sky. The motorboat swayed quite a bit, so I think those who are prone to motion sickness should be cautious.

初めてパラセイリングを経験しました。
空中ではほんの数分でしょうか。とても素晴らしい空中遊泳の旅を経験いたしました。
何組かのグループでモーターボートに乗船して、順番に空を飛びます。
モーターボートはかなり揺れるので、船酔いをする方は要注意だと思います。

Had a wonderful dive this morning with Waikiki Dive Center. The tour provided everything needed for a perfect morning dive. As two experienced divers we were impressed with the marine life and shipwreck!

I participated in mid-June! I'm honestly not great with heights, so I was anxious and thought I might get seasick, but once I took off, it was just as others have reviewed! At first, it was scary, but when you go up into the sky and come back down, they operate the controls slowly, so it wasn't as frightening as I expected (I won't say it wasn't scary at all, haha). However! Being able to see the streets of Waikiki and Diamond Head from 150 meters above the sea was an unforgettable experience! I definitely recommend trying it! Just be aware that the boat heading out can be really bumpy, so it might be tough for those who get seasick... please take care!

6月中旬に参加させていただきました！
高いところは正直苦手ですので不安で船酔いしそうでしたが、いざ飛んでみると他の皆さんがレビューしている通り！最初は怖いですが空に上がるときも船に戻るときもゆっくりと操作してくれるので思ってたより怖くはなかったです。(全然とは言いません笑)しかし！ワイキキの街並みやダイヤモンドヘッドを海上150メートルから一望できたのは一生の思い出になる経験です！是非経験してみてください！
ただし、沖に向かう船がめっちゃ揺れますので船酔いする方はきついかもしれません、、、ご注意を！

It was my first time parasailing! I had a great time with the people on the boat who took photos for me, and the staff were very kind and helpful! I flew at 150 meters, and the weather was great, allowing me to enjoy the stunning views, so I highly recommend it! The photos are available for an additional fee of $40, and they provided them on a miniSD card!

初めてのパラセーリングでした！同船した方に写真を撮っていただいたり、スタッフの皆さんも優しく案内してくれたりととても楽しい時間でした！150m飛びましたが、天気もよく絶景を堪能できるのでおすすめです！別料金の写真は$40、miniSDで渡してくれました！

The departure time was delayed, feeling like Hawaii time. There are restrooms at the harbor, but the men's room has security, so you might need to follow the boat staff to get in (I was let in). The women's room didn't have security, and it's not recommended to go alone. It's better to use the restroom at the hotel.

The boat moves quite fast, so if you're prone to seasickness, definitely take some motion sickness medication. A foreign girl who was on board looked like she was struggling. Once you're up in the parachute, the view is amazing; you can see Waikiki Beach and Diamond Head clearly. The captain tends to play around quite a bit with the parachute.

In the end, you usually get splashed into the sea, so if you don't want that, it's better to say "water!" before the parachute goes up. After getting splashed, your body gets cold, so a jacket might be necessary. The staff will take photos for you, but they aren't professionals, so the quality might not be perfect. You can check the photos at the reception at the end and decide whether to purchase them, which is reassuring. The data can be downloaded to an SD card or smartphone.

I think parasailing is something you should definitely try at least once!

出発時間は予定より遅れて出発ハワイ時間って感じです。
ハーバーにトイレはあるが男子用はセキュリティー付きなので
ボートのスタッフに着いて行けば入れるかも（自分はいれてもらった）
女子用はセキュリティーは無かった、一人で行くのは進められない。
トイレはホテルで済ましておいた方が良い
ボートは激しく進むので船に弱い人は酔い止め必見です、
同乗した外国人の女の子が辛そうでした。
パラシュートは上がっちゃえば最高の景色です、ワイキキビーチ、ダイアモンドヘッドが良く見えます。
キャプテンに結構パラシュートは遊ばれます。
最後には大体海ポチャされます、海ポチャがやな場合はパラシュートが上がる前に水ダメ！とか言った方が良いです。
海ポチャして上がると体が冷えるので上着は必要かな。
あとスタッフが写真を撮ってくれますが、プロでは無いのでそれほど
バッチリとはいかないかもです、写真は最後に受付で確認して
そこで購入するか判断できるので安心です、データーはSDカードかスマフォに
ダウンロードです。
パラセーリングは一度はやって見た方がいいと思いますよ！

The incredible hospitality of the crew made our whole experience that much better. Great snorkeling for beginners. Donuts were yummy. Awesome music. Sandbar is a must do activity! This crew will go out of their way to make sure you have a good and safe experience!

It was good well explained with saftey and what the plan was. The experience was o.k however there wasn't alot of sea life to see like turtles or alot of fish. The time wasn't as long as it is mentioned in the advertisement. It's great that they offer pics and vids I just wish there would of been more than just 6.

This excursion was unmatched! The water was pristine, the crew had the best vibes, they all want you to have a good time & we did! Unforgettable!

This was my third time at Sandbar, and I was finally able to participate on a day that truly felt like "this is Sandbar!"

As soon as my Hawaii trip dates were set, I checked the tide levels and made a reservation for a day that coincided with the low tide, which only happens a few times a year.

Thank you to the friendly staff. I was able to enjoy skin diving, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and other marine sports in excellent conditions with the blue sea and white sandy shallows.

If you go to Hawaii, you absolutely must experience this amazing adventure!

サンドバー3回目にして、まさしく
これがサンドバー！という日に参加できました

ハワイ旅行の日程が決まった時点で潮位を調べてそれが年に数回という干潮にあたる日に合わせて予約をさせていただきました。

気さくなスタッフの方々ありがとうございました。
青い海、浅瀬の白い砂という好コンディションの中でスキンダイビング、SAP、カヤック…マリンスポーツを堪能できました。

ハワイに行った際は是非是非この感動を体験しない手はありません！

The sandbar activity was a very enjoyable and unique experience. The boat ride over is short (15 min.) with great music and a decent sandwich lunch. We did the SUP and snorkeled. Lots of fish to see. Plenty of time to do all the activities. The tide was high, about 4 feet but still so much fun. Made it better for snorkeling. Staff was so friendly and helpful.

This experience is definitely worth it. The staff and crew are so lovely, fun, and energetic, they brighten up your day as you head out to the sandbar. Their experience and overall "good vibes" makes the trip so enjoyable as you get to experience an amazing time out in the sandbar with music, activities, food, and community. Do it!

I went parasailing for the first time‼️
I want to praise myself for being able to do something like this at over 60 years old!
The scenery was amazing‼️ The sense of freedom‼️
I felt motivated to work hard again starting tomorrow.

初めてパラセーリングをしました‼️
６０歳をすぎてこんな事が出来る自分を褒めてやりたいです！
素晴らしい風景‼️解放感‼️
また明日から元気に頑張ろうと思いました。

Thank you very much for staying with my wife, who is not good at swimming, until the end. Thanks to you, we were able to see many different kinds of fish, and it became the best experience and memory for us. If we have another opportunity, we will definitely sign up again. Please take care of yourself, and we look forward to your continued support.

泳ぎが苦手な妻に最後まで付いてくださって、本当ににありがとうございました。おかげさまで、たくさんの種類のお魚を見ることが出来て、私達にとって最高の体験、思い出になりました。また機会がありましたら必ず申込みさせていただきます。お体に気をつけてこれからも引き続き宜しくおねがい致します。

The two male crew members raising the sail were very cool, and with a happy song, we headed out to sea. The splashes of the waves were magnificent, the wind was pleasant, and I was moved by the majestic view of Diamond Head from the ocean. It was the best option for me. I will definitely ride again next time!

帆を揚げる2人の男性クルーがとてもcoolで、
ハッピーな曲とともに沖へ
波しぶきがとても豪快で、風も心地よく、
そして、沖から眺める雄大なダイヤモンドヘッドに感動
私にとって最高のオプションでした
次回も絶対乗ります‼️

During the shuttle ride, a foreign guest made an effort to have a conversation in both English and Japanese, but the majority of the time was spent speaking in English, which made it a bit awkward. Since I participated with the expectation of Japanese support, I felt that multilingual sharing should be avoided as much as possible. Other than that, I had a great time!

送迎の車の中で外国の方が相乗りした際に英語と日本語両方で一生懸命交互に会話してくれたのですが、やはり英語で話す時間が圧倒的に多く気まずい時間でしたので日本語対応で参加している以上、多国語の相乗りは出来る限り避けて頂きたいと感じました。それ以外は大変楽しめました！

Guide Chieko and Ben provided thorough explanations and took underwater photos for us, so we didn't have to buy a waterproof case to capture beautiful pictures. Although I heard that booking Hanauma Bay can be quite a hassle, this tour allowed us to enjoy it without any of that trouble.

ガイドのチエコさん、ベンさんが丁寧に説明してくれて、水中写真も撮ってくれたので、自分で防水ケースを買って撮らなくてもきれいな写真を撮ってくれた。ハナウマ湾は予約が大変とのことだったが、このツアーはそんな煩わしさがないので楽しめた。

- The guided tour forced us to snorkel, and the details of the guided experience were unclear.
- When I asked to seat my child in the second row of the vehicle due to motion sickness, I was met with a very unpleasant expression and told to put them in the third row instead.
- I was told that they needed to keep up with the adults at the same speed, even though I have small children.
- When I mentioned that my child would be playing in the shallow water, I was told that was not allowed.
- I said that snorkeling was too difficult for my child and that we would stop midway, and I was met with various comments, ultimately being asked in a very intimidating manner, "Do you understand what I'm saying?" It's unimaginable.
- I pointed out that the voucher and the explanation during the outbound trip did not mention that we had to stay with the guide at all times and that if we didn't snorkel, we couldn't play in the shallow water, but their insistence did not change.
- I cannot recommend this at all for small children.

・ガイド付きツアーで強制的にシュノーケルをさせられる。ガイド付きの内容が不明確。
・往路の車で乗り物酔いする子で子供を2列目の席に座らせたいと言うと凄く嫌な顔をされて3列目にしてと言われる
・小さい子供がいるのに深い所まで大人と同じスピードで着いて来てもらわないと困ると言われる
・子供は浅瀬で遊ばせてますと言うとそれは出来ないと言われる
・子供には難しいのでシュノーケルを途中でやめておきますと言うと、色々言われ、最終的には「私の言っている事がわかるか？」と非常に威圧的な言葉を言われた。考えられない。
・バウチャーや往路の車中の説明にはガイドと終始行動し、シュノーケルをしない場合は浅瀬でも遊べないとの記載等が無いことを指摘したが強行性は変わらず
・小さな子向けにはおすすめ全くできません

Wonderful time with the family and the staffs and both singers were main reason why we would love to visit Hawaii again. Aloha and until next time.

I participated on the last day of our honeymoon, and I had a great time seeing so many fish!

The arrangements were quick, and everything went smoothly, allowing us to enjoy the afternoon as well. If I have the opportunity to go to Hawaii again, I would like to request this again!

I would love to get the photos that Dan took; could you please let me know where they are?

ハネムーン最終日に参加させていただきましたが、とてもたくさんの魚を見ることができ楽しかったです！

段取りも早く、スムーズに終わることが出き、午後も楽しむことができました。
またハワイに行く機会がありましたらお願いしたいと思います！

ダンさんが撮っていた写真を頂きたいのですが、どちらにあるんでしたか教えていただけると嬉しいです。

Even with last-minute reservations, you can feel secure as they confirm everything properly via email and phone. I was a bit anxious about the reception location since there was no sign (as mentioned in the reservation confirmation), but following the map sent with the confirmation helped me find it.

It mentioned to arrive 30 minutes early, but I ended up waiting with nothing to do until the start time, so the purpose of the early arrival was unclear.

The snorkeling experience starts with the instructor properly explaining how to handle the equipment, which is reassuring for beginners. I recommend it for those who want to safely try it out nearby. The water wasn't very clear, though.

直前予約でも、メールと電話できちんと確認されるので安心です。
当日の受付場所は、案内版がなくて（ないと予約確認書に書いてあります）不安でしたが、予約確認書に送られてくる地図に従うとたどり着くことができます。
開始30分前に来るようにと書いてあったのですが、何もすることなく開始時間まで待たされて、30分前集合の意図が不明でした。

シュノーケルは、インストラクターがきちんと器具の扱いを含めて説明をしてくれてから始まるので、初心者には安心です。
近場で安全に、とりあえず試してみたいという方にお勧めします。
海は、あまりクリアではありませんでした。

I was lucky to see a Hawaiian monk seal that happened to come to the beach. It was my first time seeing a live monk seal.

I brought a friend who was a complete beginner at snorkeling, but the staff was very helpful, holding their hand and guiding them. My friend said they had a great time and it was a wonderful experience.

ハワイアンモンクシールがたまたまビーチに来ててラッキーでした。初の生モンクシールでした。

シュノーケル全く初心者の友達を連れてのシュノーケルでしたが、手を取って引っ張って頂いて大変お世話になりました。友達も楽しく、いい経験ができたと言ってました。

This is my fifth visit to Hawaii after four years, but it was my first time at Hanauma Bay. Having experienced snorkeling in Miyako Island and the Great Barrier Reef, I underestimated it. Perhaps due to my age, I struggled with breathing through my mouth and even got seasick, so I was very grateful for the guide's assistance. The guide held my hand the whole time and helped me see a lot of colorful fish. Because Hanauma Bay is protected by nature, you can observe the fish eating the food stuck to the rocks. Even at over 60 years old, I felt safe with the guide's support. However, I recommend taking motion sickness medication for those who are concerned.

ハワイは4年ぶり5回目になりますが、ハナウマ湾は初めて行きました。
宮古島やグレートバリアリーフでシュノーケルを体験していたので甘く考えていたら、歳のせいか口呼吸は上手くいかず、しかも波酔いまでしてしまいガイドさんに大変お世話になりました。
ガイドさんがずっと手を繋いで案内をしてくださり、色とりどりの魚をたくさん見ることができました。ハナウマ湾は自然が守られているため、魚が岩についた餌を食べている様子を見ることができます。
60歳を過ぎていてもガイドさんがサポートしてくださるので安心です。ただし、心配な方は酔い止めを飲んでの参加をおすすめします。

We went with a group of good friends. We had such a good time. The waves were perfect. Will go again when we are in Oahu.