All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

Although it was supposed to be a Japanese guide, the bus from the pickup point to the destination was entirely in English with a foreign guide. Moreover, the guide spoke loudly in English, continuously rambling about things that made no sense, which was not only noisy but also very unpleasant. On the return bus, unfortunately, it was the same foreign guide, and there was no proper explanation or guidance, leaving some people confused about which bus to take.

日本語ガイドの筈なのに、ピックアップから現地までのバスの中は外人ガイドで全て英語でした。しかもでかい声で英語でず〜と訳わからないことをしゃべり続けられて、うるさいだけでなく非常に不快でした。帰りのバスに乗る時も、残念ながら同じ外人のガイドで、説明も案内もまともになく、どのバスに乗っていいのかもわからず困っている方もいらっしゃいました。

I participated in the morning session with three friends. Most of the other participants were Japanese as well.

On the boat, there were thorough explanations about the direction to see sea turtles and how to snorkel at the sandbar, making it a fun experience that exceeded the cost of the tour. If the timing is right, it seems the sandbar also appears above the water's surface, so I think it's worth experiencing at least once if you go to Oahu.

午前の回に友人3人と参加しました。まわりの参加者もほぼ日本人でした。
船上ではウミガメの見える方角や、サンドバーについてからのシュノーケリングの方法など、アクティビティの説明もしっかりとあり、ツアー金額以上に楽しい体験ができました。時期が合えばサンドバーも海面に顔を出しているようですし、オアフ島に行くなら一度は体験してみるのもいいと思います。

Exactly what was expected. Very Very Helpful, warm couple as guides and instructors.
This was a great experience ... plenty of time to accomplish the instruction portion and allow the participants to enjoy the experience. Swimming was fun and a real experience to interact with beauty of the Pacific Ocean and its inhabitants.
Look forward to scheduling with this company again.

The sandbar is a very special experience. If you haven't been, I think you should go. However, your back can get really sunburned, especially with snorkeling, so I recommend wearing not just sunscreen but also a shirt that can get wet. The hamburgers you eat on the boat are also very delicious. I think it's because it's such a special experience. I highly recommend it.

Also, since the sea is deep at first at the sandbar, if you want to take photos, you need to take precautions like putting your camera in a waterproof bag. I wanted to take pictures, but I was scared of dropping it in the sea, so I regret not being able to take any.

Lastly, there is no Japanese explanation on the bus to the sandbar, so those who are not good at English might feel a bit anxious, but don't worry. Once the tour starts, there will be a Japanese guide, so you can feel at ease. At this time, you can still enjoy the night, so I think it's a good tour to make the most of your day.

サンドバーはとても特別な体験です。もし行ってない人がいれば行くといいと思います。ただシュノーケル含めて背中がものすごく焼けてしまうので日焼け止めだけでなく濡れてもいいシャツなど着て行った方がいいと思います。また船でたべるハンバーガーがとても美味しいです。特別な体験だからだと思います。とてもおすすめです。
あと、サンドバーは最初海が深いので写真を撮りたい人は防水の袋に入れるなどの対応が必要です。写真撮りたかったけど海で落とすのが怖くて写真を撮れなかったのが心残りです。
最後に行きのバスでは日本語の説明がないので英語が苦手な方は少し不安になるかもしれませんがご安心ください。ツアーが始まれば日本語のガイドも付きますので安心です。この時間だとまだまだ夜も遊べますので1日有効に使う意味でもよいツアーだと思います。

Hanauma Bay was very beautiful! Dan and Chieko were friendly and easy to talk to, and they provided very thorough explanations for snorkeling! The equipment we borrowed was also clean, which made us feel safe. The fish were colorful and we could see them up close; although we didn't see any turtles, we did get to see a very large moray eel, which was fun! I didn't bring an underwater camera, but I was very happy to receive the photos Dan took from Facebook as a nice service! When I go to Hawaii again, I want to visit Hanauma Bay! I would love to join your tour again at that time! Thank you so much, Dan and Chieko!

ハナウマ湾は、とても綺麗でした！
ダンさんもチエコさんも気さくな方で話しやすく、シュノーケルをするにあたっての説明も、とても丁寧にしてくれました！
貸していただいた物も、綺麗なもので安心できました。
お魚も色鮮やかで、すぐ近くで見れたり、カメは見れなかったですが、とっても大きいウツボが見れて楽しかったです！
水中カメラを持って行かなかったのですが、ダンさんが撮ってくださった写真のデーターをFBからいただけたのも、とても嬉しいサービスでした！
またHawaiiに行く時は、ハナウマ湾に行きたいです！その時はまた、お二人のツアーに参加したいです！
ダンさん・チエコさん本当にありがとうございました！

This was our second time on this tour, it's beautiful.

The first tour of the day was fully booked (due to low tide), so I joined the lunch and snorkeling package. The sandbar had water up to my knees, which was nice for a while. The snorkeling afterwards was even better than I expected, as I got to enjoy a variety of fish and even saw a sea turtle, which was amazing.

朝一番のツアーが一杯だったので（干潮時間）、ランチ、シュノーケリング付に参加。サンドバーはひざ下くらいの水でしばし鑑賞。その後のシュノーケリングは、思ったよりもいろいろな魚を楽しめ、ウミガメにも会えて最高でした。

Too many people snorkeling in the same area, the snorkeling spot was horrible, not too many tropical fish and the water was murky. Definitely not what they advertise. Bathrooms were old and dirty and the smell was pretty bad. On the other hand, sandbar was good and the staff was friendly but we would not recommend this snorkeling tour to anybody.

We've been to Oahu a couples of times and have always done different excursions. By far BOB's underwater scooter was the best one we have ever done! Everything from the pick to the drop off to our hotel was a great experience! Everyone on their team was extremely courteous and friendly. The water scooter itself was such an amazing experience. It was very easy and comfortable to ride the scooters. To be that comfortable and see the beauty of the underwater life was breathe taking. I high recommend not only this excursion but this company of you are looking for a lifetime of amazing memories!

I was able to see dolphins and sea turtles, and the crew's performance was amazing! Occasionally, it turns into a club on the boat, haha. It seems that some people experienced seasickness, so let's make sure to take proper precautions before going! I've heard there are seasickness bands available now!

イルカもウミガメもみれたし、クルーのパフォーマンスには圧巻！たまーに船上のクラブと化します笑
船酔いするかたもいたようなので、しっかりと対策をしてからいきましょう！！最近は船酔いバンドなるものもあるみたいです！

The view was amazing! The crew was very energetic, and the mood was fantastic! The hamburger for lunch was also very delicious! The guide was thoughtful and took a lot of pictures, so it became a wonderful memory even after returning!

最高な景色でした！クルーの皆さんもとってもテンション高くて気分はサイコー！
昼食のハンバーガーもとっても美味しかった！
ガイドさんが気を使ってくれて写真をいっぱいとってくれたので帰ってからも大変良い思い出になりました！！

It was a truly beautiful place. The crew was friendly, and the atmosphere was great. I thought it was just a sandbar, but I was very satisfied to be able to snorkel at the coral as well. Plus, I got to see a sea turtle. LUCKY!

本当にキレイな場所でした。クルーの人たちも気さくでとても雰囲気が良かったです。サンドバーだけかなと思っていたらサンゴのところでシュノーケリングもでき大満足です。あと、ウミガメにも会えましたよ。LUCKY！

The sandbar was simply beautiful. During the subsequent sea turtle watching cruise, I was able to see sea turtles up close multiple times, which was amazing. If only I had an underwater camera... However, I had thought lunch would be a BBQ, but it turned out to be hamburgers grilled on the boat. Still, they were delicious. There was a Japanese staff member, so I was able to enjoy my time without any difficulties.

サンドバーは、きれいの一言でした。その後のウミガメウォッチクルーズでは、ウミガメを何度も間近で見ることができ最高でした。水中カメラがあれば…。ただ、ランチはBBQと思っていたら、船上でハンバーグを焼いたハンバーガーでした。でも美味しかったです。スタッフの方には日本の方がいたので、不自由なく、楽しく過ごせました。

I was nervous during my first snorkeling experience, but I was able to see dolphins perfectly! I encountered a pod of dolphins multiple times, and I was truly moved when a baby dolphin jumped. When I entered the water, I could see many dolphins swimming below me. They came so close that I felt like I could almost touch them (though you're not supposed to). However, keeping up with the guide was quite a challenge (laughs). It requires quite a bit of stamina. After the dolphins, we enjoyed touch-up paddling, kayaking, and snorkeling around the rocks. The snacks and cheeseburgers we had when we got hungry were delicious! On the way back, we all danced the hula happily before disembarking! The half-day was so much fun that I didn't feel any seasickness at all. I fell asleep on the bus ride back, and we were dropped off in front of the hotel in the early afternoon, leaving plenty of time for sightseeing. I definitely want to participate again when I go to Hawaii! By the way, I purchased some photos. They are a bit pricey, but they make for wonderful memories, so I think it's a good idea to actively engage with the photographer!

初めてのシュノーケリングで緊張しましたが、ばっちりイルカに会うことができました！
イルカの群れには何度も会うことが出来、赤ちゃんイルカがジャンプした時は本当に感動しました♡
海に入ったら自分の下をたくさんイルカが泳ぐ姿が見えます。
本当に近いところまで行けて、あと少しで触れるんじゃないかと思うほど(触ってはいけませんが)
ですがガイドさんについて行くのはなかなか必死でした(笑)
結構体力が必要です。
イルカの後はタッチアップパドルやカヤック、岩場でシュノーケリングも楽しめます(*^o^*)
お腹が空いた頃に頂けるスナックやチーズバーガーも美味しかったです★
帰りは楽しくフラをみんなで踊って下船しました！
半日楽しすぎて全く船酔いする気配はありませんでした。
帰りのバスは爆睡、お昼過ぎにホテル前で降ろされて、まだ十分観光ができました♡
またハワイに行ったら絶対参加したいと思います！
ちなみに写真を購入しました。
ちょっと高いですが、とっても良い思い出になりますのでぜひ積極的にカメラマンにアピールされるといいと思います！

Thank you, Chieko and Dan!
It was a reassuring tour with guidance in Japanese.

We had a fun snorkeling experience with a British family, an Indian family, a Japanese family, and our couple.

Unfortunately, on that day, due to low tide, the turtles couldn't come into the bay, so we didn't get to see any sea turtles.

To be honest, my expectation was a bit too high, and I felt like saying, "Hmm, is this it...?"
As for the fish... well, I could see them, but just barely.

However, I am very satisfied to say, "I went snorkeling at Hanauma Bay in Hawaii!" (laughs)

This is something that depends on the tides and conditions.

It had quite an international atmosphere, but I enjoyed the tour with solid guidance in Japanese.

I was fine, but he seemed to experience symptoms like motion sickness while snorkeling. Also, although the weather was great, the water temperature felt unexpectedly low, and it was quite cold.
I recommend that those going take precautions.

Next time, I definitely want to join your diving tour.

I'll be going to Hawaii again!

チエコさん、ダンさん、お世話になりました！
日本語で案内していただけて、安心なツアーでした。

イギリス人親子、インド系ご家族、日本人ご家族、私達カップルのツアーで、楽しくシュノーケリングしました。

この日はあいにく引潮でカメさんが湾に入って来れず、海亀さんには会えませんでした。

期待が大き過ぎた分、「うーん、こんなものか〜…。。。」というのが正直な感想。
お魚も…あ〜見えた見えた、くらいかな？

でも「私、Hawaiiのハナウマ湾でシュノーケリングをしたよ！」ということで大満足です（笑）

こればっかりは潮の満ち引きやら条件がありますものね。

なかなかインターナショナルな雰囲気で、でもしっかり日本語で案内していただき、楽しかったです。

私は平気だったのですが、彼がシュノーケリングで乗り物酔いのような症状になったようです。
あと、すごくお天気は良かったのですが、思いの外水温が低く感じられて、すごく寒かったです。
行かれる方は対策をしていく事をお勧めします。

今度はご夫妻のダイビングツアーに是非参加したいです。

またHawaii行きますね〜！

I loved it! The crew was so awesome and friendly. The snorkling was beautiful and tranquilizing. All in all it was a PERFECT day.

The snorkeling and hamburgers were amazing. The guide, who was Japanese, was very kind and attentive, making it a fun experience. I highly recommend it.

シュノーケルとハンバーガー最高でした。ガイドさんが日本人の方もいてですごく親切で細やかな気配りをしていただき、楽しかったです。おすすめします。

We went as a family of four with our 7-year-old and 2-year-old daughters. We arrived at the Hilton as planned, and the cheerful instructor kept the atmosphere lively on the bus. Once we reached the port, a Japanese guide entertained us well.

I heard the morning group had rain, but our trip was lucky with clear skies, and the sea was incredibly beautiful. We brought a float for our 2-year-old, and it was a big hit; she had a great time.

Lunch on the boat while looking at the sea, eating hamburgers, was fantastic. It’s definitely best to line up as soon as they start grilling the meat, as it got quite crowded.

After that, we went to see sea turtles and snorkeled at the coral reef. I did this with my older daughter, and it was amazing to see tropical fish up close! A waterproof camera is a must! We brought our own snorkels, but rentals are also available.

I would love to participate again if the opportunity arises, but it really depends on the weather.

7歳と2歳の娘を連れて家族4人で行ってきました。宿泊先のヒルトンにきちんと予定通りに来てもらい、陽気なインストの方がバス内を盛り上げてくれ、いざ港からは日本人の方がしっかり楽しませてくれました。
朝の組みは雨だったそうですが、私たちの便は海も運よく晴れてくれ、最高に美しかったです。2歳の娘に浮き輪を持って行きましたがこれが大活躍、彼女も楽しんでました。
昼ご飯も船上で海を見ながら食べるハンバーガーは最高でした。確かに肉を焼き始めたら直ぐに並んだ方がいいですね。大分混雑してました。
それからウミガメを見に行って珊瑚礁でシュノーケル、これは上の娘と二人でしましたが、熱帯魚が間近で見られて感動！防水カメラ必携です！シュノーケルは持って行きましたが貸出もちゃんとあります。
次回も機会があれば参加したいですが、本当に天気次第ですね。

When we went to the sandbar, we took a cruiser and enjoyed the beautiful emerald green sea. The breeze was pleasant, and it was very soothing.

I had seen sea turtles before, but being able to see them take cute breaths was another level of cuteness that healed me.

We also had a photo time at the sandbar, and it was great to have family photos to remember the day.

The children, who were snorkeling for the first time, were able to see fish and had a lot of fun with the help of the staff.

It was nice to hear the Japanese guide explain everything properly and share that this place was used as a filming location for a movie! The tour was packed with various activities in a short time in the morning, making it a fulfilling experience.

サンドバーに行く時に
クルーザーに乗ったのですが、
綺麗なエメラルドグリーンの海を見ながら
風が心地よく、とても癒されました。

ウミガメは、見た事は、ありましたが、
かわいい息つぎまで見れて、
また、また可愛さに癒されました。

サンドバーでの写真タイムも取れ、
家族写真が残った事が良かったです。

シュノーケリングは、初体験の子供たちも
スタッフの助けで、お魚も見れて楽しめました。

日本人ガイドさんがきちんと説明をしてくれた事、
映画のロケ地に使われた事なども聞けて良かったです！
午前中の短時間にいろいろな事が盛り込まれた
充実したツアーでした。

We came to Hawaii for our honeymoon. Snorkeling was a lot of fun, but the time was really short. A package that included lunch might have been better.

After the rain, the water was a bit murky, but we saw a lot of fish, and it became a wonderful memory. Next, I want to try diving. I also want to go to the sandbar again.

新婚旅行でハワイに来ました。シュノーケリングはとても楽しかったのですが、時間がすごく短かったです。ランチ付きのコースでも良かったかも。
雨が降った後で少し水が濁っていたけど、たくさんの魚が見られてとても素敵な思い出になりました。
次は、ダイビングをしたいと思います。サンドバーにもまた行きたいな。

We had an awesome time. We saw Dolphins almost immediately once on the water. I swear I had Dolphins swim under me and to see the little babies was great too. We saw turtles as well which is always great. The crew were great and informative. An all round excellent day and looking forward to the photos from Lexi.

I thought it would be a typical beach resort, so I decided to participate. If it had been sunny, it surely would have been that way... Although it didn't rain, the thick clouds prevented the sun from shining, so the scenery of blue (sky), white (sand), and blue (sea) was not there. However, in terms of not having to worry about sunburn, that was a good thing. I enjoyed snorkeling and turtle watching, so I give it 4 stars. I realized that preparing for the cold is essential!

ビーチリゾートらしいなと思い参加しました。
晴れてればきっとそうだったんでしょうね・・・雨こそ降りませんでしたが雲が厚く日が差さなかったのでブルー（空）ホワイト（砂）ブールー（海）の景色ではありませんでした。
でも、日焼けに悩まされなかったと言う点では良かったのかな。
シュノーケリングも海がめウォッチも楽しめましたので☆4つです。
防寒の準備は必須！と思いました。

My daughter & I did the snorkel turtle canyon tour ! The staff were absolutely fantastic ! Very caring & ensuring we were ok . Recommend to everyone ! Certainly worth the $ .

I participated in a plan that departed at noon. The sandbar wasn't completely visible, but it was mystical and nice. I wasn't very confident in my swimming skills, so I was a bit anxious about snorkeling, but they provided life jackets and something like a float (it looked like a rolled-up yoga mat), which made me feel safe and allowed me to enjoy it. The hamburgers served for lunch on the boat were freshly made and delicious, and the crew was lively and made it fun!

お昼に出発するプランで参加しました。サンドバーは完全に砂浜が見える状態ではありませんでしたが、神秘的で良かったです。
泳ぎに自信がないのでシュノーケルは少々不安でしたが、ライフジャケットと浮き輪のようなもの(ヨガマットを丸めたような形)を貸してくださるので、安心して楽しめました。
船でサーブされるランチのハンバーガーも出来立てで美味しかったですし、クルーが盛り上げてくれて楽しかったです！

We played volleyball at the sandbar, ate hamburgers grilled on the boat, and went sea turtle watching. Fortunately, during snorkeling, I had the incredible experience of seeing sea turtles cross right in front of me twice, which was very moving!!!! I had also gone snorkeling at Hanauma Bay the day before, but I felt there were more fish here. It was very mystical and moving when the sunlight shone through. Since there were Japanese staff from the tour company, I had no worries at all.

サンドバーでバレーボールをし、船上で焼いてもらったハンバーガーを食べ、ウミガメウォッチング。そのままシュノーケリングをしました。
運良くシュノーケリングのときにウミガメが目の前を横切る場面が2度あり、かなり感動しました！！！！ハナウマ湾でもシュノーケリングを前日にしていましたが、こちらの方が魚も多く感じました。日光が差すととても神秘的で感動しました。
ツアー会社の方は日本人もいたため、心配することもありませんでした。

I participated in the first morning flight at 9:00. There was no wind, and the water surface was calm. Is the ocean in Waikiki really this beautiful? The color of the sea changes as you go further. I was able to see turtles while snorkeling—three of them, large, medium, and small. The sailing after snorkeling was also refreshing! I participate every time, and each time brings a different sense of wonder.

9:00発の朝一便で参加しました
風が無く水面も穏やか。ワイキキってこんなに海きれいだったけ？な程進むごとに海の色が変わります。スノーケルも亀ちゃんと見れます。大中小の3匹見れました。スノーケル後のセイリングも気持ちいい！！毎回参加してますが毎回違った感動があります

Friendly and entertaining staff, two stops at both the sandbar and the reef for snorkeling, a fun filled day with magnificent view

I participated in the sandbar activities for the first time. Due to the timing, the tide was high, and the area of the sandbar was smaller than I expected, which was a bit disappointing. However, I enjoyed activities like sea kayaking and snorkeling, and the staff were cheerful and really helped to create a fun atmosphere. I think it would be better to clarify the barbecue lunch, as it can be misleading; perhaps it should be called a BBQ hamburger lunch instead. Of course, it was delicious!

サンドバーのアクティビティに初めて参加しました。時間帯の関係で潮位が高くてサンドバー
の面積が思ったより狭かったのが残念でしたがシーバレー・・？やシュノーケリングも充分
楽しめたし、スタッフも明るく盛り上げてくれたので良かったと思います。ただ、バーベキュー
ランチというのは勘違いするので、BBQハンバーガーランチにしたほうがいいんじゃないかな。
もちろん美味しかったですよ！

This time, I participated with my two children, my husband, and my mother-in-law, making a total of five people. I was a bit worried about my mother-in-law, who is over 70, but she had a great time. The water at the sandbar was shallow enough to reach our ankles, so we could walk around. The scenery was incredibly beautiful, and the kids enjoyed playing beach volleyball. We even saw a sea turtle swimming close by while snorkeling. The staff were very accommodating, and it was truly a fun day. I would love to participate again!

今回は子供二人と主人と私と主人の義母の５人で参加しました。
義母は70歳を過ぎているので参加するのが少し不安でしたがとても楽しく参加でき、サンドバーでも水がくるぶし位だったので歩く事が出来ました。
景色もとーっても綺麗で子供達もビーチバレーなどして楽しんでいました。
シュノーケルでも海がめが近くで泳いでいるのが見れました。
スタッフの皆さんの対応も良く、本当に楽しい一日でした。また参加したいです‼︎

I participated with my 11-year-old son.
My boat had a mix of Japanese and Western guests, but it made me feel very American.
The staff, who were fluent in Japanese, provided detailed explanations, which made me feel at ease.
The snorkeling experience was amazing; we saw many tropical fish and even sea turtles! The sandbar was also wonderful! The hamburgers for lunch were very delicious.
As others have mentioned, it's a good idea to bring towels and jackets for the return bus ride.

11歳の息子と参加させていただきました。
私の船は半々で日本人と欧米の方という感じでしたがアメリカンな気分にさせてくれ
スタッフも日本語堪能な方が細かく説明をしてくれたので安心できました。
シュノーケルはたくさんの熱帯魚と海がめさんも見れて大感動！サンドバーもすばらしかったです！ランチのハンバーガーもとても美味しかったです。
帰りのバスは皆さんおっしゃってるようにタオルや上着を持っていったほうがよいですよ。