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Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

So much fun! Great crew!

Reviewed by: Christina S

This was one of the best tours we’ve taken. Didn’t know what to expect but it was a blast!! The crew were superb, lunch was yummy and the music was great. Everything about this trip screams fun and family friendly!!
The tour was basically singing with the musicians and again, it was super friendly. We had the banana boat ride and the bumper boat. The kids had a blast! They let you do all the stuff and they come get you if you purchased these rides as extra! Come spend some time with these folks! Definitely worth it!!

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Packages: Afternoon Package with Choice of Banana Boat OR Bumper Tube Ride
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/03
Activity Date: 2021/12/29

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

A great time on Kaneohe Bay

Reviewed by: L.S. Yamaneko

My friend and I had one of the best days on Oahu during this tour. From pick-up to drop-off, and everything in between, it was the perfect morning on the water.

After getting picked up in Waikiki, it was a quick drive to Kaneohe Bay, and a KBOS employee was there to meet us once the bus arrived. We got checked in and headed on-board, and it was non-stop fun from there.

The live musicians are EXCELLENT. Like, better than anything you will hear on the radio, and they also do double duty as lifeguards once you are in the water. We went snorkeling, stand-up paddling, and just chilled in the water since it was so calm and clear.

We brought our own food to the tour, but the donuts and hot tea were appreciated.

Definitely a repeat visit on my next trip to Hawaii!!!

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Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/01/03

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

a terrible experience

Reviewed by: Joy

Please do not go there in Dec. The day we went, it was very windy and cloudy. Under the water in that area, you can see nothing except corals. There may be a few small fishes. That’s all. Moreover, the organizer did not provide fippers and there are many corals, , so there was no way to stand up. My friend had many wounds.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/02
Activity Date: 2021/12/22

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

Parasailing

Reviewed by: Katherine

My family and I had a good time. The two guys were attentive, and knowledgeable. The only thing is the pictures- we were a part of 6 and the pictures that I got were the same over and over again. The pictures are not worth it. Also I would advise to give dramamine to anyone in your party with the most minimal motion sickness.

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Packages: Super Flight: 1000ft Line
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/01
Activity Date: 2021/06/21

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Awesome experience

Reviewed by: Joe

Food was included which was a plus. Live music and the singers were amazing, and they took our request for a song. The whole crew was very friendly and did everything to make each activity fun. Would definitely recommend to anyone planning on snorkeling, kayaking, and/or kayaking.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/01/01
Activity Date: 2021/12/30

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

First timer friendly!

Reviewed by: Melody

We had the best time! The team was so nice and helped us learned to kayak (it was our first time!) they we’re super patient. I can’t wait to do it again.

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Aloha Melody! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave such amazing feedback for us! We really appreciate that, and I am so glad to hear that you had this kind of experience as a first timer. That's great. 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: 2022/01/01
Activity Date: 2021/12/30

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Wonderful experience

Reviewed by: Jose Murillo

Great experience, the staff was so warm and loving! Highly recommend. Plenty of wildlife to see if your snorkeling. Musicians were awesome too.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/31
Activity Date: 2021/12/29

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Great fun!

Reviewed by: Susan

What a great day! Wonderful crew, musicians made the day extra fun and special. Sandbars, kayaks, paddle boards and float… you can’t go wrong.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/31
Activity Date: 2021/12/29

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Not as advertised.

Reviewed by: Kirk

Kayaking was fun but it was a little disappointing to find that the sandbar and related islands are all under water. The pictures showed a sandbar above water where you could exit the kayak and walk or play. In reality, the sandbars are 3-4 ft. under water. You can stand on them but you are just standing in the shallow water. According to the employee, the sandbars are under water most of the time - rarely are they exposed, due to tidal conditions. Need an extreme negative tide and the right time of the year to actually see sand. Would have been nice to know before we showed up for our trip.

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/12/29
Activity Date: 2021/12/27

Honolulu X-Treme Parasailing Tour Adventure [700ft, 850ft, 1000ft or 1200ft Rides]

Flying High!

Reviewed by: Mary

The was the BEST parasailing we’ve ever done - and we’ve done several on both coasts of the mainland and different islands. Although the seas were a bit rough, the parasailing was outstanding. The captain and crew of Freedom were gems. My son said he would give them a 6 out of 5 stars - lol.
Definitely go for the 1000 feet! The windy day really had us flying well above any of the competition.
Will do this one again on our next visit.

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Packages: X-Treme Ride [1000 feet]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/28
Activity Date: 2021/12/26

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Half day paddle

Reviewed by: Lisen

It was a very windy day unfortunately so we couldn’t paddle out to the proper sand bar ( they told us not to). We paddle to the smaller sand bars closer to the shore, but we should have needed a guide, it was hard to know if we were in the right place and we saw almost nothing such as fishes and stuff, we did see one turtle that raced past us so fast. We had booked for a half day but we where only away for 2,5 hours because also the water was cold…
Maybe this excursion should be during the summer months and not during winter time.
The crew where really nice and friendly and did there best to help us and guide us, although next time we would pay a little bit more and get a guide and maybe take a boat!

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Packages: Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/27
Activity Date: 2021/12/24

ハンズ・ヒーデマン サーフィンレッスン

Be careful of injuries when wearing shorts. 短パンの場合はケガに注意

Reviewed by: まいむ

There was an instructor who spoke Japanese, and although there was only one Japanese person, I was able to have a great time. However, there are blocks in the water near the beach that are hard to see from above, so while I could stand, I bumped my legs on the way back and scraped both knees, which was painful. The shop lends long-sleeved rash guards, so my upper body was fine, but those participating in shorts need to be careful about sunburn as well.

日本語の話せるインストラクターもいらっしゃり、日本人ひとりでしたが楽しく過ごすことができました。ただ浜辺近くは上からは見えにくいブロックが海中にあるため、足は着くものの戻る際に足をぶつけて両膝とも擦りむいて痛い思いをしました。お店が長袖のラッシュガードを貸してくれるので上半身は大丈夫ですが、短パンで参加される方は日焼け対策含めて注意が必要です。

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Packages: グループレッスン
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2021/12/26
Activity Date: 2021/12/24

Oahu Two Tank SCUBA Diving Boat Tour for Beginner Divers - Waikiki Dive Center

Good times

Reviewed by: Doug

I took my daughters and one of their friends out for diving experience. Even though the instructors tried and tried to help them they couldn’t seal their mask and became sea sick. This was no fault of the dive instructors or dive company. My daughters still had a good time snorkeling.
My daughter’s friend and I dived and enjoyed the experience. Make sure you tip the instructors and captain well, it is a lot of work to make this adventure happen and they deserve it.!

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Packages: Two Tank Introductory Boat Dive for Beginners
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/25
Activity Date: 2021/12/02

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Great experience. Although the sandbar cannot be seen in December

Reviewed by: Jidapa

Overall great experience! probably one of the best place to go kayaking in Hawaii. However, please be mindful that the sandbar would be under water in December. It's still shallow enough to enjoy and have a nice photo though!

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Aloha! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for leaving such great feedback. We really appreciate that. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Standard Package - Solo Kayak Rental
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/12/25
Activity Date: 2021/12/02

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

NICE CREW ON BOAT, NICE MUSICIANS GREAT AMBIANCE but....

Reviewed by: Kati Smith

But definitely not much to see on the reef
a bit disappointed to that level
the boat drive is very close to shore
Glad we brought our booze :-)))

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/12/21
Activity Date: 2021/12/15

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Great outing, perfect for families.

Reviewed by: Angela

We thoroughly enjoyed the outing! The crew was fantastic. The kids and us spent time on SUP, and kayak. We didn't feel rush at all. We also had time to snorkel and see the tropical fishes. I would totally recommend this activity by KBOS.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/12/20
Activity Date: 2021/12/18

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Outstanding!

Reviewed by: Cynthia

It was our first time visiting Hawaii, and this sand bar package trip made our experience so much better! Had a great time snorkeling, paddle-boarding, and kayaking at the sandbar! The crew members are very kind and helpful as well. Live music inside the boat made time fly too! I would definitely suggest this package to all my friends!

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/19
Activity Date: 2021/12/17

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Sandbar fun

Reviewed by: J and M with family

Much to enjoy, too little time. Staff and musicians capped off the entire experience.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/19
Activity Date: 2021/12/17

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

Friendly Crew!

Reviewed by: michael chow

Overall a great experience worth the money to go 10000ft above Waikiki. The crew were professional, but really friendly and help to boost the mood. They are hilarious and really try to get to know you better. Do note that photos by the crew cost an additional 30 dollars.

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Packages: Super Flight: 1000ft Line
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/12/19
Activity Date: 2021/12/17

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

So much fun!!!

Reviewed by: Josh

These folks are awesome! They made every second fun and were very safe with everything they did. We had our 1 year old son with us who does great adventuring. They made sure it was east for us and that we all had a good time. They were also so careful to protect the coral and wildlife at the sandbar.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/12/18
Activity Date: 2021/12/16

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Great!

Reviewed by: DD.

Everything was amazing everyone made the best out of it even though it was raining.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/12/14
Activity Date: 2021/12/10

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Staff was amazing!

Reviewed by: LVM

This tour was amazing and one of the best I’ve been on. The entire staff was very attentive and happy. I will definitely be back.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/14
Activity Date: 2021/12/11

Kaneohe Sandbar Tour with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Hawaiian Music - Kaneohe Bay Ocean Sports

Awesome experience

Reviewed by: Shivangi

Perfect experience. All the crew members were very active and supportive. Live event added lots of fun and excitement. I would prefer if time would be more. 2 hrs flies like anything. Crew member helped me in doing snorkeling and all the time juices and donuts were available.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/12/12
Activity Date: 2021/12/10

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

Amazing crew!

Reviewed by: William

Everyone involved in the parasailing was super personable and engaging! Noemi and Rachel at the shack were super nice and relatable during check in and for the pictures! Diego and the captain made sure we were all good before and after the excursion! We were normally supposed to go up to 1000’ but because a few customers did not show up the captain let us go to the max height of 1200’!! Super cool! Would definitely go again!

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Packages: Super Flight: 1000ft Line
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/05
Activity Date: 2021/12/03

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Amazing snorkeling

Reviewed by: Lin C

The sandbar wasn’t exposed that day so we opted to snorkel at the different reefs and I’m so glad we decided to do that. The reefs are beautiful and there are a lot of fish to see. We saw several turtles too. The staff are very friendly. You can still use your phone data out at the reefs which made it a lot easier to find them on Google maps. I highly recommend this excursion

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Aloha Lin! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave such an awesome review for us. We really appreciate this wonderful feedback. I am glad to hear you had such a good experience and we hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/04
Activity Date: 2021/11/12

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Everything was great.

Reviewed by: Carlos

Everything was great. Provided all the necessary items. If you are a do it yourself type of person book them. They have you in the water very quickly. Point you in the right direction and your off to explore.

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Aloha Carlos! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak adventure and for taking the time to leave such an awesome review! We really appreciate the great feedback. Stoked to hear you had such a great experience. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/04
Activity Date: 2021/11/12

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Great Experience!

Reviewed by: Adam

This was a great add on to the end of our trip on Oahu. The kayak rental crew provides you with all the gear and info you need and then sends you on your way. Great way to get out and away from shore and see some of the reefs and that giant sandbar! Definitely recommend!

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Aloha Adam! That's awesome! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure, and thank you for taking the time to leave such an awesome review! We really appreciate that. This wonderful feedback means a lot to us. Stoked to hear you had a great experience and hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/12/04
Activity Date: 2021/11/08

Discover Oahu’s North Shore from Waikiki with The Surf Bus - Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Falls

ABSOLUTELY AMAZING!!!

Reviewed by: Alesia C

I had the best time!!! The staff was so friendly and nice and we even got a little special guitar performance on the way back to the island. The lunch was spectacular and if there are any leftovers, they will be given! But it is very filling! I can’t imagine what I’d do if I came to Hawaii and missed this tour! I wholeheartedly recommend this!!!

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Solo Travelers
Posted on: 2021/12/02
Activity Date: 2021/11/28

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Great kayaking experience at iconic spot

Reviewed by: JTA

I had rented a tandem kayak rental at this place and they were really great in accommodating our schedule. Originally we were planning to go out on a Saturday, but the weather was not ideal, so we asked if we can reschedule and they did allow us to reschedule for later in the week as a one time exception.

It was a great idea to do that since the following Tuesday we went and the weather was fantastic (sunny and low winds).

The sandbar is about a 30-45 min kayak, and it wasn't rough at all. The scenery is beautiful and it was pretty cool to be standing out on a sandbar that far out from shore. Overall, I would definitely do it again as long as the weather cooperates.

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Aloha! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave such an awesome review for us! We really appreciate that. I am so glad to hear that things worked out and you were able to come on a different day with better conditions and have a good experience. Hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/12/01
Activity Date: 2021/09/04

Parasailing in Waikiki with Hawaiian Parasail - Diamond Head Views with Triple & Tandem Flights

Once in a Lifetime Experience

Reviewed by: Jesszel

This is our first time parasailing and I admit, we were all nervous, but the captain and her crew made us feel safe by telling us all the pre-cautions we need to do. The ride to the take-off site was fun. The actual take off was smooth and the view from the top was awing. This is once in a lifetime experience and I am glad we did this. My 8 year-old son had a great time as well and want to do it again. Highly recommending this activity. Thank you for such a wonderful experience and not to forget the staffs who checked us in that were very accommodating and patient in answering all our questions.

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Packages: Deluxe Flight: 800ft Line
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/12/01
Activity Date: 2021/11/30
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