All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

The bus picked us up and we took a short walk to a trolley, which then took us to the beach. Once you're off, you're greeted with a great angle of the sky and surrounded by cliffs that form the wall of the bay. There are areas of the ocean filled with coral for snorkeling, and areas with close to no coral for those who simply enjoy being in the water. Plenty of space to set up camp, featuring grassy areas and sandy ones for whichever you prefer. Either way, any spot will give you a bright shine from the sun, a short walk to the water, and enough space to relax during your trip.

After the beach, there is a small gift shop and a food court. The gift shop is pretty generic, but features Hanauma trinkets and accessories. The food court has enough food options to keep you full until you get back. I recommend getting the chicken tenders, but ask them to sub out the regular fries with garlic fries. That seemed to be the most popular item there and I saw most people eating that.

Overall, fun beach to visit with a great view of the ocean for pictures.

I have been to Hawaii more than ten times, and this was my first visit to Hanauma Bay. It's a bit difficult to go on your own because you need a rental car and there are limits on the number of people, but this tour was great! The round trip was on a large bus, and the timing was precise! We also watched a video about environmental conservation on the bus, so we were able to head straight to the beach upon arrival, making for a very smooth experience.

10回以上ハワイに来ていて今回初めてハナウマ湾に行きました。
個人で行くにはレンタカーが必要だったり人数制限があったりして行きづらいですが、このツアーは行き帰りは大型バスでしかも時間は正確！バスの中で環境保全のビデオも見るので着いてすぐにビーチに行けてとてもスムーズな体験ができました。

The bus arrived on time at 8:30 to pick us up. They efficiently checked the guest list and quickly got us on the bus, providing a fun English guide along the way to Hanauma Bay. We also watched a pre-visit video about Hanauma Bay on the bus, so we were able to enter directly upon arrival. After confirming the return time and location, we were off to Hanauma Bay! We laid out a small leisure sheet on the grass under the observation tower, left our belongings except for valuables, and enjoyed snorkeling. We could see fish even at the shoreline, but there were many more around the coral. We had chosen a return time of 12:30, which was just right. We were blessed with good weather, and it truly turned out to be a fulfilling day.

バスは時間通り8時半に迎えに来てくれました。手際よく名簿をチェックし直ぐにバスに乗せてくれ、ハナウマ湾までの道中も英語で楽しくガイドいただきました。バスの中でハナウマ湾の事前学習ビデオも視聴するので、現地では直接入場させてもらいました。帰りの時間と場所も再確認してから、いざハナウマ湾へ！監視塔下の芝生の上に小さなレジャーシートを敷き、貴重品以外の荷物を置き、シュノーケリングを楽しみました。お魚は波打ち際でも見れましたが珊瑚の辺りに多く見れました。帰りの時間は12時半を選択してましたが、丁度良かったです。お天気にも恵まれ、本当に充実した日になりました。

I had been looking forward to Hanauma Bay for a long time. The view from the high point before descending to the beach was truly breathtaking. The water felt like a natural aquarium! I was able to swim with colorful tropical fish while snorkeling, and it was an extraordinary experience. I also appreciated Hawaii's commitment to protecting the ocean, which was highlighted by the environmental protection video we watched beforehand.

ずっと楽しみにしていたハナウマ湾。ビーチに降りる前の高台からの景色はまさに絶景でした。水の中はまるで天然の水族館！シュノーケリングで色とりどりの熱帯魚と一緒に泳げて、非日常な時間を過ごせました。事前の環境保護ビデオの視聴も含めて、海を大切にするハワイの姿勢も素敵だなと感じました。

I experienced snorkeling for the first time at Hanauma Bay. The water was incredibly clear, and I was truly moved to see colorful fish swimming right nearby. At first, I was a bit nervous, but the waves were relatively calm, allowing me to enjoy it with peace of mind. I also felt that this place is well-preserved by nature, making it a very precious experience. It became a memorable time, a beautiful memory of Hawaii's stunning ocean.

ハナウマ湾で初めてシュノーケリングを体験しました。海の透明度がとても高く、色とりどりの魚たちがすぐ近くを泳いでいる様子を見ることができて、本当に感動しました。最初は少し緊張しましたが、波も比較的穏やかで、安心して楽しむことができました。自然が大切に守られている場所だということも実感でき、とても貴重な体験になりました。ハワイの美しい海の思い出として、心に残る時間となりました。

As soon as the boat set off, we were able to see a pod of dolphins. It was amazing to see them up close so quickly, and afterward, we spotted three whales and got to see their beautiful tails. As we continued on, we encountered another whale swimming by, and I was incredibly moved to see it slowly swimming beneath us while we were snorkeling after jumping off the boat. We also saw another pod of dolphins and went snorkeling where there were fish, and we even met a sea turtle. I think it was a very lucky day, filled with continuous excitement. Thank you very much!

船が出てすぐにイルカの群れを見る事ができました。こんなに早く近くで見られて、その後にはクジラが、3頭見られてきれいなテイルを見る事ができました。進んで行くとまた違うクジラが、泳いでいて、船から飛び込んでシュノーケリングで、私たちの下をゆっくりと泳いで行くクジラを見られてすごく感動しました。その後もイルカの群れを見られましたし、魚たちがいるところでシュノーケリングをしウミガメにも会えました。とてもラッキーな日だったと思いますが感動の連続でした。ありがとうございました

I was truly moved to see natural fish and coral reefs right nearby while swimming. However, the sea was cold at 7 AM in January, so I couldn't stay in for long... I think it would be enjoyable around 10 AM when the sun is fully up.

泳いでいるすぐ近くを天然の魚や珊瑚礁を見ることができ、本当に感動しました。
ただ、1月の朝7時の海は寒くて、長時間は入っていられませんでした…。
日が登りきった10時ごろなら楽しめると思います。

The shuttle service was wonderful. People were very friendly. The snorkeling was awesome. Everything went very smooth. Would use this company again and would recommend.

Thank you for your courteous response to the sudden reservation change. Despite the unfortunate weather, I appreciate the support you provided for my husband, who uses a wheelchair, with boarding and disembarking from the boat, as well as your encouragement. I felt at ease and enjoyed the experience thanks to the interpretation from the guide who spoke Japanese. I believe it would have been even more beautiful if the weather had been nice. I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises.

突然の予約変更に対しても丁寧な対応ありがとうございました。
アクティビティはあいにくの天候の中でも、車椅子使用の主人に船の乗降や声掛けなどサポートありがとうございました。
日本語のできるガイドさんの通訳で安心して楽しめました。
天気がいいともっと綺麗だったと思います。
また機会があれば参加したいです。

Hanauma Bay was really beautiful and probably one of my favorite places on the trip. The view was amazing, and I took a lot of nice photos just by lying on the grass and looking at the ocean. It felt super relaxing and peaceful. I also saw some really cool fish, which made it exciting and different from just a normal beach.

There were a few things I didn’t like though. The rocks in the water made it kind of hard to walk, and sometimes it hurt my feet. I also didn’t enjoy snorkeling that much, but that was mostly because I felt sick. I think it would actually be really fun if you feel okay.

Be careful when putting on sunscreen and don’t get it too close to your eyes because it really hurts. Also, watch out for mongoose because they might steal your food. I saw it happen to people sitting near us. Overall, Hanauma Bay is an awesome place and I would recommend going.

Dan was amazing, we had a marvelous time, Dan was patient, knowledgeable, friendly, and fun!

This excusion was one of our top experiences during our trip to Oahu. All of the staff was friendly, helpful, knowledgeable and FUN! We had clouds and a little rain but that did not dampen our fun. It was clear that the staff are all professionals, yet they made us feel like long-time friends. They ensured our safety at all times. It was the perfect variety of activities.

I wanted to see sea turtles, so I made a last-minute reservation, and I'm glad I chose this one! We departed from a marina near Ala Moana Shopping Center and were able to see sea turtles off the coast of Waikiki Beach! It was a bit murky because it rained the day before, but we could still see them with the naked eye from the boat. They say it would be even clearer if it hadn't rained.

After snorkeling, there was an all-you-can-drink option, including alcohol. That was also fantastic!

ウミガメが見たくて、急遽予約しましたが選んで良かった！
アラモアナショッピングセンター近くのマリーナから出港して、ワイキキビーチ沖でウミガメ見れました！
前日に雨が降ったので少し濁ってましたが船上から肉眼でも見れます。
雨が降らなかったらもっとクリアに見えるそうです。

シュノーケリング後は、ドリンク飲み放題でアルコールもあります。これまた最高！

We had an amazing time. Everyone was super friendly, easy to navigate. Would love to come back again!

I was relieved to have staff who could speak Japanese. I was moved to see dolphins, sea turtles, and whales. I had a great time playing in the ocean with snorkeling and the water slide. Watching the staff's hula show made me feel the essence of Hawaii. The lunch was also included and it was delicious.

日本語が話せるスタッフさんがいて安心しました。
イルカとホヌとホエールも見れて感動しました。
シュノーケルとウォーター滑り台思いっきり海で遊べました。
スタッフさんのフラショーを見てハワイだぁと感動です。
ランチも付いていて美味しかったです。

There was a staff member who was Japanese, and they explained everything kindly and politely, which made me feel at ease and enjoy the experience! I was able to see sea turtles as well. Even as an older lady, I had a great time.

スタッフの方に日本の方がいて、優しく丁寧に説明してくれて、安心して楽しむことができました❗️
海ガメも見られました。
おばさんでも、十分楽しかったです。

The weather was cloudy with occasional rain, but it was warm with a southern breeze. I was happy to see manta rays and sea turtles. It would have been perfect if the sky had been clear, but it was a bit disappointing. The burger for lunch was delicious. The staff were all very cheerful and it was a lot of fun.

お天気が曇り時々雨でしたが、南風で暖かかったです。
エイやホヌが見れて嬉しかったです。
青空だったら最高だったんですけど、ちょっと残念。
ランチのBURGER美味しかったです。
スタッフ皆さんとても陽気で楽しかったです。

The banana boat and bumper tube were a lot of fun! The staff was also very friendly. The weather wasn't great, so I would like to experience it again on a sunny day in the blue sea.

バナナボートとバンパーチューブはとても楽しかったです！
スタッフも親切でした。
天気がイマイチだったので、晴れた日にまた青い海で体験したいです。

Internet during boat ride
Activities on sandbar ( paddle board, kayaks , snorkeling and tubing)
Friendly stuff

Dan and Chieko (?) from Hawaii Blue Divers were amazing! This particular company made the entire process our family of 3 as easy as it could be- no need to worry about anything! We had a great ride to and from Hanauma bay, we didn’t have to fuss over securing admission tickets (which I hear are a pain), we were provided with everything needed included tram rides to and from the entrance to the bay. Which was so appreciated after snorkeling 🤿. Dan was incredibly attentive and helpful to me (a scared of natural water, fear of drowning, and uncoordinated 44 year old), as well as to my 9 year old daughter who knows basic swimming concepts but is not yet a full swimmer. We were personally guided and had such a great experience. I cannot speak highly enough of these folks. Incredibly attentive, adaptive and knowledgeable. We clearly had chosen the right company to go with from the ease of entering the park before a HUGE line of white vans, not having to walk down to the bay or back up, snacks and water provided, and no need to deal with the hassle of renting equipment. We didn’t need to do anything beside show up to our pick up spot and have required cash and a change of clothes. They offer wetsuits and I highly recommend getting them for a bit more warmth, protection from getting scratched by coral, and added buoyancy. Make sure to have a good breakfast and hydrate before going, take clothes or a cover up to wear/change into, think about waterproof pouches for phones (not required as Dan did great with photos), towels, and enough cash to pay the entrance fee, rent wetsuits, and provide a BIG tip because you’ll be grateful for the experience. Expect to be tired and thrilled because it is a great snorkeling tour of the bay. Thank you Dan and Chieko!!!

It would have been great if the weather was better but still a fun time. My only complaint is that I would have liked the area that is cordoned off for paddle boarding and kayaking to be bigger. The live music is a nice touch!

This is our third time doing the tour and still nothing short of amazing

I participated in late March. I considered booking the tickets myself, but I chose the tour to buy the peace of mind of having secured them in advance. It turned out to be a great decision! As mentioned in the tour description, we saved time by watching a video and receiving explanations from the guide on the bus. We wore paper bands on our right wrists to prove we were participants of Roberts, which we kept on until the return trip. Once we arrived, we skipped the explanation area for the general public and other tour participants and headed straight to the beach! I had imagined the shuttle bus would be a large van, but it was actually a big bus. We arrived right on time. There were some Japanese participants, but since it was organized by Roberts, there were many foreigners as well. The English was easy to understand, so there was no need to worry.

Although we only stayed from 8:00 to 12:00, it felt like no time at all. At first, I thought it might be long, but it felt like a lie! I laughed with the foreigners I traveled with about how quickly it went by! It was a spot that could move anyone, regardless of their nationality.

The total cost for the transportation and peace of mind was very reasonable, and I highly recommend it!

3月下旬に参加。
自分でチケット予約することも考えたが、先に確保できる安心感を買うつもりでツアーを
選択。結果大正解！ツアー説明にもある通り、行きのバスでガイドさんからの説明と動画視聴することで時間節約。説明確認済みの証明、Roberts参加者とわかるなように紙バンドを右手首に装着。帰りまでつけたまま。着いたら一般や他ツアー参加者が向かう説明場はスルーして即ビーチへ！シャトルバスも大型バンをイメージしていたが、大型バス。時間通りの到着。日本人もいたが、Roberts催行ということもあり外国の方が多数でした。英語もわかりやすいので心配不要です。
現地滞在8:00〜12:00だけどあっという間でした。最初は長いかな？と思っていたのが嘘みたい。行き帰り一緒だった外国の方と、あっという間だったね〜と笑い合うくらい！各国共通で感動できるスポットだなと実感。
送迎代、安心代トータルで高コスパでおすすめです！

We had an amazing time. Aiden, Zack ,Caleb and the captain Justine were all so amazing. They made our experience so welcoming and comfortable. MUST TRY

The shuttle bus was comfortable. Departing at 5:30 AM was a bit dreary, but it wasn't cold in the morning, and you can make good use of your time afterward, so I recommend it. Our guide, Ken, was reliable and very pleasant, and I appreciated his help a lot. There are no restrooms on the boat, but there are public toilets at the boarding area. We were able to see both dolphins and whales, but it can be tough for those who can't swim. It was harder than I imagined, but that also made it rewarding.

送迎のバスも快適でした。早朝5：30出発は、憂鬱でしたが、朝も寒くないし，そのあと時間が有効に使えるからおすすめです。
ガイドのケンさんは、頼りになるし、とても感じの良い方で大変お世話になりました。
トイレが無いですが、ボートに乗る場所に公衆トイレがあります。
イルカも鯨も見られましたが、泳げない方は大変です。想像以上にハードでした。そのぶん，達成感があります。

The explanations in Japanese were very helpful for those in Japan. Despite the unfortunate cloudy and cold weather, I went snorkeling and had a great time. I think I could have enjoyed it even more if the weather had been sunnier. Overall, I was satisfied with the tour thanks to the consistently kind service.

日本の方向けに日本語の説明もあってとても親切でした。
あいにくの曇りで寒かった点を除けば、シュノーケリングをしましたが、楽しかったです。もっと晴れたタイミングだったらもっと楽しめたと思います。終始、親切な対応をしていただけて満足なツアーでした。

This was the one excursion that I was looking forward to during my visit. It did not disappoint! Sure the weather could have been better, but the sandbar was just beautiful. The entire staff team was amazing , welcoming, fun, attentive and entertaining. I would highly recommend this sandbar tour and especially this crew.

I think you can swim from the morning in the summer, but the mornings in March are still cold and tough. However, once the sun comes out, it's not that cold, so it might be better to swim in the afternoon during winter. Even in the shallow areas, you can see a lot of fish and swim close enough to them. I also got to see a seal, which was fun. It was a shame that one of the snorkels was broken.

夏場は朝から泳げると思うけど3月の朝はまだ寒くて辛かった。でも日が出てからはさほど寒くないので冬場は午後がいいかも。浅瀬でも沢山の魚をみれて手が届きそうな距離で一緒に泳げます。アザラシにも会えて楽しかったです。シュノーケルが一つ壊れてて残念でした。

Meeting at the hotel, you can board directly from the beach behind the hotel, and you'll be back in the heart of Waikiki before noon, making it very time-efficient. The snorkeling time is about an hour in the area with sea turtles, and afterwards, we went sailing near Diamond Head. We also saw dolphins. I think this tour is just right for those who feel that spending a whole day in the ocean is a bit much.

ホテル集合～そのままホテル裏のビーチから乗船、お昼前にはワイキキ中心部に戻れるのでとても時間の効率がよいです。シュノーケルの時間はウミガメのいるエリアで賞味1時間ちょっと、その後はダイアモンドヘッドの前あたりまでセーリング。イルカも見れました。丸1日使ってガッツリ海に入るのはちょっと・・・という感じの方には丁度良いツアーだと思います。

I was really grateful that they provided transportation not only from Waikiki but also from the Ko Olina hotels. 🙏 The instructor was always taking photos, and at the end, we could purchase them for $70. 📸 There was one instructor who spoke Japanese, and they explained everything in Japanese, which made me feel very at ease. 🇯🇵 I was able to see the dolphins up close, and the thrilling water slide was a lot of fun! 🐬 I definitely want to visit again!

ワイキキだけでなく、コオリナのホテルでも送迎していただけた点がとても助かりました🙏常にインストラクターさんが写真を撮ってくださっていて、最後に70ドルで購入が可能でした📸日本語が話せるインストラクターさんが1人いらっしゃって、常に日本語で説明してくださったのでとても安心でした🇯🇵イルカもとても近くで見られて、スリル満点のウォータースライダーもとても楽しかったです🐬また訪れたいと思います！