All Reviews for Watersports & Ocean Adventures

This experience really shows off Oahu's beauty! My boyfriend and I reserved a 4 hour time slot and kayaked out the sandbar. We had as much fun getting to the sandbar as we did at the actual sandbar. Snorkeled around a nearby coral reef and saw a huge sea turtle. Kayaked around the sandbar a little more before heading back and saw 5 other sea turtles. I hear that's pretty rare though. Don't bring towels because they'll get soaked anyway on the kayak and bring lots of sunscreen and hats!!

I participated alone, but I was able to enjoy myself thoroughly. I did SUP, kayaking, and snorkeling, all of which were included in the price during the time spent at the sandbar, so I could fully enjoy those activities without any worries. There was a stage on the boat with musicians, and I was able to enjoy everything from pop folk to Hawaiian music during the round trip to and from the sandbar. When I participated, there were only three Japanese people, but they provided explanations in Japanese, and I felt their hospitality. I wanted to swim with sea turtles and dolphins, so I signed up for an optional tour for that. Although I didn't go diving, I was able to fully enjoy the ocean. It's best to check the tide levels and aim for times when the tide is as low as possible. When I participated, the tide was about knee-high, but the beauty of the sandbar was captivating.

一人での参加だったが十分楽しむことができた。私はSUPとカヤックとシュノーケルをしたが、全てサンドバーにいる時間内で料金に含まれているので、そういったことも気にせず満喫できた。船内にはステージがあってミュージシャンもいて、ポップスフォークからハワイアンミュージックまでサンドバーまでの行き帰りの時間もめいいっぱい楽しむことができた。私が参加した時は日本人が3人しかいなかったが、日本語で説明をしてくれたり、おもてなしの心を感じた。海亀やイルカと遊泳をしたかったので、それについては別途オプショナルツアーを申し込み、ダイビングこそしなかったものの、十分に海を満喫することができた。参加日時は潮位を確認し出来るだけ潮位が低い時を狙うべき。私の参加時は膝上くらいの潮位だったが、サンドバーの綺麗さには見入るものがあった。

Family of six had a great time! Check in process was super easy as we filled out the waivers online. Once on the boat and at your table lunch is served. We ate while on the short boat ride to the sandbar and enjoyed live music. Every staff member on the blast was super friendly and made the experience that much more enjoyable. I highly recommend this experience as it’s fun for the entire family. You can relax in the water play volleyball, kayak, paddle board, or hangout on the platform.

Fabulously unique activity and wonderful crew ensuring everyone's enjoyment

100% recommended and family friendly as well. Great option

Amber was a great instructor. She provided clear instructions on how to put on the equipment properly, breathing techniques and made us feel at ease.

Hands-down, money well spent! Staff is incredibly helpful and friendly. The boat provided lots of fun activities without micromanaging. Did some fun snorkeling and banana boat rides. Enjoyed a fantastic live band on the boat. The whole experience was extremely unique.

We made a reservation with my husband for our honeymoon trip.

Although the explanation was in English, I was able to participate without any issues by using gestures and observing other guests.

There were 10 of us in total, including my husband and me, and everyone was very friendly, making it a lot of fun!

While other guests were parasailing, the boat rocked quite a bit, so if you're feeling uneasy, I recommend taking motion sickness medication!

The photos were $40.00, but I declined because the reviews from others weren't very good.

The scenery was absolutely amazing, and I was moved by the sense of openness and the views that I had never experienced before!

新婚旅行で主人と予約をしました。

英語での説明でしたが、ジェスチャーや他のお客さんを見て、問題なく参加できました。

私たち夫婦も合わせて10人での参加でしたが、皆さんとても気さくでとても盛り上がりました！

他のお客さんがパラセイリングをしている間はかなり船が揺れるため、不安であれば酔い止めの服用をおすすめします！

写真は$40.00でしたが、他の皆さんの口コミがあまり良くなかったため、断りました。

景色はとても最高で味わったことのない開放感と眺めに感動しました！

Boarding right in front of the hotel. The staff was very energetic. We were able to relax while enjoying the waves and drinks. I got a nice tan as well. I want to ride again.

ホテルの目の前からの乗船。テンション高いスタッフ。波風やジュースなどをのみながらゆったりとまわれました。日焼けもしっかり。また乗りたいです。

The activities were plentiful, and we had plenty of time to enjoy ourselves!
On the boat, there were few people wearing masks. The boat was quite full of people.
The toilets were not the flushing type; instead, you had to put toilet paper in a trash can. Since we were on the sea, it might be unavoidable, but as a Japanese person, I was concerned about hygiene.
I thought it would be better if there were trash cans with lids.
Overall, the music was pleasant, the crew members were kind, and my elderly father also enjoyed it, so I think it was a good experience.

アクティビティが充実しており、時間もたっぷりありましたので楽しむ事ができました！
船の上ではマスクをしてる人は少数。割と船いっぱいに人がいました。
トイレは流すタイプではなく、トイレットペーパーをゴミ箱に入れるタイプ。海の上なので仕方ないのかもしれませんが、日本人としては、衛生面が気になりました。
蓋のあるゴミ箱とかならまだいいかなと思いました。
全体的には音楽も心地よく、乗務員の方も親切で高齢の父親も楽しんでいましたし、行って良かったと思います。

My kids, wife and I booked two kayaks and we had a once in a lifetime experience kayaking with kids in the Pacific Ocean. The staff was extremely helpful and friendly. It was money well spent.

We weren’t anticipating the sunken city and surrounding sandbars for snorkeling, so in four hours we went out that direction first then went back to the main sandbar almost to the bird sanctuary. Didn’t see many people out there which was surprising. Didn’t look how we expected it. Felt like the only kayak out there. Took forever just to get around fighting the current and have lots of shoulder pain the following day. Glad we survived to tell the tale. We did see many many turtles.

Rachel was absolutely amazing! The first dive we saw lots of fish and the second dive was even better with a shark and turtle hanging out together! All 3 instructors (Rachel, Josh and Nick) were all very helpful and knowledgeable! The Captain took us to 2 great spots and an experience we will never forget! Thank you to the dive center and all the staff for amazing memories!

That's disappointing! It seemed like there were fewer people catching fish than others. It didn't feel like there was much effort to help us catch fish in the two and a half hours.

残念！
他の人も釣れている人の方が少なかったかなぁ。
2時間半で頑張って釣らせようという感じはあんまりしなかったです。

Great afternoon out on the water. Snorkelling paddle boarding and had a great ride on the flat disc. Jesse and crew made the day so much fun. Live music and dancing on the way back. Thanks Jesse from the kiwis- we hope to see you soon in NZ! Highly recommend this tour.

Honestly, I was a bit nervous about learning how to surf. My partner really wanted to try and we set up time with the Ohana Surf Project; let me tell you, it was worth it. The team at Ohana Surf Project are knowledgeable, fun and super helpful. They teach you all the fundamentals, make you feel comfortable in the water and are with you every step of the way. Kevin and Romeo were incredibly patient and friendly, especially for someone uncoordinated like me. If you’re telling yourself that you couldn’t do this, you can, and they can show you. They took someone like me, who can barely tie my shoes without falling over, and put me up on a board surfing a wave. If you’re reading this review trying to find the best team to help you, look no further, just book it!

Mahalo Ohana Surf Project!

We boarded the catamaran departing at 1 PM as a couple. People from various countries, including families with babies and elderly gentlemen, were on board. After taking an hour and a half to travel from Waikiki to near Diamond Head, we went west offshore until we could see Kaka'ako Waterfront Park before returning. The waves were quite high, causing some thrilling splashes, and the view from the sea was absolutely stunning! If you prefer not to get too wet, I recommend sitting towards the back. The male crew on the catamaran was very kind, always attentive to an elderly gentleman with mobility issues, and they helped him down the ladder slowly and safely at the end of the trip, which left a strong impression on me.

13時出発のカタマランに夫婦で乗船させて頂きました。赤ちゃん連れのファミリーから高齢のおじいちゃんまで色んな国の方々が乗船して１時間半かけてワイキキからダイヤモンドヘッド近くまで行った後、カカアコウォーターフロントパークが見えるくらいの沖合西へ行ってから戻るコースです。波が高いと結構揺れてスプラッシュも何度かありスリル満点で海から見る景色は最高です！あまり濡れたくない方は後ろ寄りに座るのがオススメ。カタマランの男性クルーがとても親切で、足の悪い高齢のおじいちゃんを常に気にかけてあげたり、最後下船する際も滑らないよう手を取ってゆっくりタラップ降りるフォローされていたのが印象的でした。

So much fun I would have loved to do it again and again. The views are amazing and everyone was friendly.

Top notch! We had so much fun with this company on our first parasailing adventure. The women in the booth were so kind, friendly and informative and the Captain and First Mate were funny, kind, caring and very professional. We felt safe and relaxed the whole time and the parasailing on Waikiki was just breathtaking! 10 out of 10! Highly recommend!

We were able to experience it as a group of three and fly together. The reception and during the ride were mostly in English. However, when they realized we were Japanese, they mixed in a little Japanese during the explanations.

I read reviews and took motion sickness medication before boarding, but I think it's unnecessary unless you are extremely sensitive.

Sunscreen is a must for early morning reservations. If you're particularly concerned, a hat with a string to prevent it from flying off is convenient.

At the end of the flight, being splashed with water up to my waist felt amazing. If you want to take videos, having a waterproof case for your phone is reassuring, even if you don't have a GoPro.

I requested optional photos for $40. They transferred them to my phone on the spot, and I also received an SD card. The photos were very vivid, and I'm glad I ordered them.

3人で体験、3人で飛ぶことができました。
当日の受付・乗車中などほぼ英語です。
ただ日本人と分かると説明の時は少し日本語を混ぜて話してくれます。

口コミを読んで酔い止めを飲んで乗船しましたが、
極端に弱くなければいらないと思います。

朝早い時間の予約から日焼け止めは必須。
特に気になる方は飛ばないように紐のついた帽子があると便利です。

飛行の最後、腰のあたりまで水に落としてくれるのが最高に気持ちよかった。
動画を撮りたい方はGoProじゃなくても防水のケースがあると安心して携帯で撮影できますよ。

40ドルでオプションの写真をお願いしました。
その場で携帯に取り込んでくれて、SDカードももらえます。
とても臨場感のある写真ばかりで頼んでよかったです。

We’re in our 80’s, and this was the PERFECT choice of cruise. Wonderful big boat, delicious lunch, and very enthusiastic and helpful crew! Also the two musicians were amazing, with lovely Hawaiian songs. As for the activities, it was easy to get up and down the stairs to the water, and the sandbar and coral were right there. Lots of other activities easily available, but we were there for the snorkeling. A lovely day! Thank you!

I signed up for Kailua without knowing that it can be quite windy. According to the guide, if we had been off by even a day, we wouldn't have been able to do SUP... Indeed, there was some wind on the day, but it was pleasant. I struggled a bit with being pushed back by the waves and figuring out the paddling technique, but I enjoyed the view from the island floating in the middle of the ocean and learned a lot... It was a pity that we couldn't see any sea turtles.
Life jackets seem to be essential for kayaking, but they are optional for SUP. Sunglasses would be handy, but even the guide mentioned losing them, so it's better to have a strap. They provide waterproof bags, and the guide will take photos, so you can go hands-free.

　カイルアは風が強いところと知らずに申し込みました。ガイドさんによると、もし1日でもずれていたら、SUPはできなかった、と。。。確かに、当日も風はありましたが、心地よい程度でした。波に押し返されたり漕ぎ方のコツがつかめず、ちょっと苦労しましたが、海の真ん中に浮かんだ島に行って、そこからの景色を楽しんだり、学んだり。。。ウミガメが見られなかったことが残念でした。
　ライフジャケットはカヤックでは必須のようですが、SUPは任意です。サングラスはあれば便利と思いますが、ガイドさんですら無くすそうなので、紐付きが良いです。耐水の鞄を貸してくれますが、写真はガイドさんが撮ってくれますので手ぶらでOKです。

It was fun Gave us a chance to do things we haven’t done before
The whole staff is involved and friendly. Definitely recommend this for any age.
Will do it again

It was located away from Waikiki, so it took about 40 minutes by taxi. We participated as a group of five, and it was a beautifully sunny day with clear skies and a lovely sea. We moved out to the ocean by small boat. First, we tried jet skiing, which took some time to get used to, but the young couple and my son were speeding along and said it was the most fun. Next was the bumper tube, where we lay on a board-like float connected to the jet ski, clinging on while being tossed around for 15 minutes. We were screaming and cheering while enduring it, and my arms got tired. Finally, we did parasailing, which involved a rapid ascent from the water's surface. It felt safe even when letting go, and we enjoyed a moment of being in the air like a swing. My wife expressed some anxiety before trying it, but it turned out to be a really enjoyable experience. If there's another opportunity, I would definitely like to do it again. Even first-timers can enjoy it with peace of mind. I highly recommend it.

ワイキキから離れた場所でしたので、タクシーで40分程度かかりました。
5人で参加しましたが、よく晴れた日で、海も空も綺麗で、沖まで小舟で移動しました。まずはジェットスキーですが、なれるまでに時間がかかってしまいましたが、若い娘夫婦と、息子はガンガン飛ばして、一番楽しかったと言ってました。　次のバンパーチューブは、ジェットスキーにつながれた板状の浮きに横たわって、しがみつきながら、振り回されながら、15分過ごすのですが、キャーキャー、ウォーウォー言いながらひたすら耐える感じでした。腕が疲れました。最後はパラセーリングですが、海面から急上昇し、手放ししても安心でき、ひと時の空中ブランコ楽しめました。やってみるまで、すこし不安だと家内は申していましたが、ずいぶん楽しい経験でした。またの機会があれば、ぜひやってみたいです。初めての方も安心して楽しめますよ。お勧めします。

We really enjoyed the excursion; it was well organized and very user friendly excursion. The crew was excellent; kept everything going smoothly with the lunch, snorkeling and paddle boards. The guys hosting and playing music (Jesse) were super friendly and spent a lot of time talking with and hanging out with the guest; they offered tons of helpful information on other island activities.

We took the bus from our hotel in Waikiki to Kewalo Basin. We went on a fishing experience for about three hours on the Sashimi No. 2. We were the only Japanese people on board, along with about 20 others. There were three staff members, including the captain. They handled everything, including tangled lines and lost hooks, which made it easy for us. The bait was frozen squid. About 30 minutes in, we caught a fish that was around 20 centimeters long. The smell of the frozen squid was overwhelming, but it was a very enjoyable time.

ワイキキのホテルからザバスでケワロ湾へ。
サシミ2号にておよそ3時間の釣り体験に行きました。
日本人は私達だけで、20名ほどの方が乗られていました。
スタッフはキャプテンを含めて3名。
糸が絡んだり、針が取れたりしてもスタッフの方が全て対応してくれるので楽でした。
エサは冷凍のイカ。
開始30分ほどで20センチくらいの魚が釣れました。
冷凍イカの匂いに酔いそうになりましたが
とても楽しい時間でした。

Smooth check-in, friendly staff. Boat seating was good, not stuffed lime sardines. Donuts, water and Tang all complimentary.

Their musicians are top notch beyond all my expectations, simply amazing folks, voice, and guitar/ukulele skills. Sandbar is truly a unique experience and we did not feel rushed nor bored while there. Seriously, just book it. It is so worth it!

The underwater scooter adventure seemed like a great idea, particularly for my wife, who doesn't like snorkeling because of having the breathing tube in her mouth. This diving-bell style system seemed like the perfect solution. It worked, but there were some major issues. Start with the boat, which is small and when moored to the dive area bobs like a cork in the ocean swells, creating motion issues. The scooter itself has air pumped in constantly, resulting in an ever-changing level of air pressure until the air is forced out. So, your ears are constantly clogging and unclogging like you are descending and ascending in a plane the whole time. You also have no control over where the scooter goes, since it is not really self-propelled. Each scooter is accompanied by a "dive master" who physically pushes you to where the master wants you to go, and who controls when you submerge and when you surface. The marine life is swell, with fish food provided to bring in the fish right up to your helmet. The helmet is also very noisy, with the compressed air machine running, making it unlike snorkeling, which is quiet and peaceful. Bobbing up and down in the current inside the diving bell also produces a lot of motion, so don't eat anything before taking the trip. The crew was nice, but did not provide much instruction about what would happen once under the bell. There are hand signals for the dive master, but you feel very much out of control during the dive. On balance, I would not do this again -- even if I had not gotten seasick.

This tour is a must do! The organization was plain up perfect, easy pick up and check in! On board you get greeted by the different crew members, get introduced to the boat and the band starts playing wonderful music! The crew did an amazing job making everyone feel grateful. The lifeguards at the different events (Paddle boarding, kayaking, snorkeling) all were very friendly and fun to talk to, but yet still very professional. The snorkeling is amesome with a great reef to see some fishes! The donuts were also very good!
A must do when on Oahu

The sandbar cruise was a lot of fun and entertaining!