All Reviews for Snorkeling Cruises & Tours

The beach was so beautiful and the water was clear. We enjoyed snorkeling.

Beach was so beautiful and water was clear. We enjoyed snorkeling.

Everyone was helpful, polite and made the entire experience enjoyable. Would 100% recommend

We are a couple in our 50s who absolutely love the ocean in Hawaii. We are not very confident in swimming, snorkeling, or speaking English.

We chose this tour because it includes "admission tickets" and "round-trip transportation" in the tour price, making it cheaper than other tours. Additionally, we can watch the video that is usually shown on-site while traveling on the bus, which allows us to make effective use of our time. It was also great that we could choose the bus times for both the outbound and return trips.

<Items we brought>
Swimsuits, change of clothes, snorkeling goggles, floaties, beach towels, mats, sunscreen, sunglasses, smartphones (in waterproof cases), Wi-Fi, water shoes, hats, credit cards, and food (drinks, lunch | spam rice balls | fruits | snacks).

We were able to store large luggage in the bus's cargo area. We brought a large floatie, and it was fine to keep it inflated.

At Hanauma, we rented beach chairs and lockers. It seems you can choose between half-day and full-day rentals. The beach chairs were very comfortable, and I highly recommend them. We used the lockers for our valuables.

The ocean floor is rocky and uneven, so it's essential to bring water shoes.

One major complaint was about the return bus. I'm not sure if it was because we took the last bus, but it made many stops around Waikiki, and it took us 90 minutes to reach our drop-off point after boarding at Hanauma. We were quite exhausted! Additionally, the air conditioning on the bus was extremely cold, and I ended up catching a cold. It might be a good idea to bring a light jacket. This was a downside for us. Everything else was great! I recommend this tour.

ハワイの海が大好きな、50代の夫婦です。
泳ぎやシュノーケリング、英語に自信がありません。

このツアーを選定したのは、
「入場券」と「往復の送迎」がツアー代金に含まれていて、他のツアーよりも安かった点。
また、往路のバス内で通常は現地で見るビデオを移動中に見ることができるので、時間の有効活用ができる点。
往路・復路ともバスの時間が選べるのも良かった点です。

＜持参したもの＞
水着・着替え・水中眼鏡・浮輪・ビーチタオル・シート（敷物）・日焼け止め・
サングラス・スマホ（防水ケースに入れて）・Wi-Fi・マリンシューズ・帽子・クレジットカード・食料（ドリンク・ランチ｜すぱむのおにぎり｜フルーツ｜おやつ）。

大きな荷物はバスの貨物室に入れてくれました。
私たちは大きな浮輪をもっていったのですが、空気を入れたままで大丈夫でした。

ハナウマではビーチチェアとロッカーをレンタル。
半日と1日と選べるようです。
ビーチチェアはとても快適でした。おすすめです。
ロッカーは、貴重品入れとして使用しました。

海の中は石や岩でゴツゴツしていますので、
マリンシューズは必ず持参した方が良いです。

1つ大きな不満は復路のバスです。
最終便に乗ったのが悪かったのか不明ですが、
ワイキキ内をぐるぐると多くの停車地に停まり、
私たちの降車希望地まで、ハナウマで乗車してから90分もかかりました。
だいぶぐったりです！
加えてバスの冷房が激寒で風邪をひいてしまいました。
1枚羽織るものを持って行った方が良いかもしれません。
この点がマイナスポイントでした。
その他はとても良かった！お勧めのツアーです。

It was very enjoyable to be picked up by the bus near the hotel! During the bus ride, they explained the tourist attractions in Waikiki, and although I only understood about 70% of the English, I was able to learn about the history and had a great time. Since there was no need to buy tickets, we were guided right away upon arrival, allowing us to enjoy our time to the fullest!

I was able to see many colorful and cute fish in the shallow waters. When I went, I even saw a seal lounging on the beach for its nap time. It was a rare experience. On the way back, the tour guide spoke Japanese, which made me feel at ease during the ride! I ended up falling asleep from being tired at the beach, but thank you for safely picking us up and dropping us off! I definitely want to visit Hanauma Bay again on my next trip to Hawaii!

ホテルの近くからバスに乗せてもらえてとても楽でした！
バス乗車中もワイキキの観光名所の説明をしてくれていて、英語が分かるのは7割程度でしたが歴史なども知ることができ楽しかったです。
チケットも買う必要がないので着いたらすぐ案内してくれ時間いっぱい楽しむことができました！
浅瀬でもカラフルでかわいい魚を沢山見ることができました。
私が行った時は、アザラシが陸に上がってお昼寝タイムをしているのを見れました。貴重な体験ができました。
帰りは日本語が話せる添乗員さんだったので、安心して乗ることができました！
海で疲れて眠ってしまいましたが、安全に送り迎えしてくださりありがとうございました！！また次回のハワイ来訪時にもハナウマ湾ぜひ来たいと思います！！

The whole family (17 of us) had the best time. From booking to pick up to the boat, sandbar, and snorkeling; what am amazing experience. The crew was so kind and knowledgeable. I highly recommend Captain Bob's! Such a fun experience!!

There was a Japanese female instructor who stayed by my side, and at 68 years old, I was able to experience snorkeling for the first time and even see dolphins! It was a wonderful experience! ✨

日本人の女性インストラクターがいて、そばに付いていてくれて68歳にして初めてシュノーケリングを体験でき、イルカも見る事ができました！素晴らしい体験を経験できました✨

This time, the waves were rough, and the seawater had a smell, so it wasn't great. Next time, I hope to come when the conditions are better.

今回は ナミ が荒くて 海水 も匂っていて今一つ でした。 次回は 条件が いい時を狙って きたいと思います。

When I participated a year and a half ago, the water was so deep that I couldn't touch the bottom, so this time I checked the tide schedule and made a reservation for when the tide was low. In the shallow areas, the water was about 30 cm deep, just below my knees, and the seawater was warm, making the sensation on my feet feel soft and pleasant. Personally, I really enjoyed stand-up paddleboarding (SUP).

前回1年半前に参加した時は足が着かないくらい深かったので今回は潮の満ち引きを調べて引いている時をねらって予約しました。
浅い所は膝下で水深約30cm、海水も温かく足裏の感触もフワフワで気持ちよかったです。個人的にサップが楽しかったです。

Family enjoyed it. The weather was not the best in the morning but still made the most out of it.

Before participating in the tour, I was worried that five hours wouldn't be enough, but I was able to enjoy a good balance of relaxing on the beach, sightseeing around the city, and visiting cafes! The bicycles had foot brakes, which I'm not used to, so I appreciated having time to practice. Additionally, I could store my valuables and luggage in a locker, making it easy to explore. Thanks to the staff who were flexible and accommodating, I had a very fulfilling day!

ツアーに参加する前は5時間で足りるのかと不安でしたが、ビーチでゆっくりしたり、街の観光、カフェ巡りなどバランス良く楽しむ事ができました！
自転車は、足でブレーキをかけるタイプの物で馴染みがない為、練習する時間を下さり助かりました。
またロッカーに貴重品や荷物も置く事ができ、身軽に観光できました。
臨機応変に対応してくださるスタッフの方のおかげで大変充実した一日になりました！

It had been over 10 years since my last visit. I participated in snorkeling and volleyball in the beautiful sea, and even as an older adult, I was glad I took the plunge. I felt a warmth in my heart from the friendly consideration of the instructors that I can't experience in Japan. I invited a friend who didn't know anything about snorkeling 🤿, and since it had been a while for me too, I was worried I wouldn't be able to support my friend. However, the instructor provided personal lessons, and I am truly grateful for that. I would love to participate again next time. Thank you very much! ♪

10年以上ご無沙汰していた
美しい海からシュノーケリングやバレーボールに参加して
高齢者ながらでも思い切って参加して良かったです
インストラクターの皆さまのフレンドリーな配慮に日本では味わえない心のあたたかさを感じることが出来ました
シュノーケリング🤿の事も分からない友人を誘っての体験で自身も久しぶりで友人のサポートまでは出来ず気になっていたところ
インストラクターの方が個人レッスンしてくださり、本当に感謝しております。
また次回も参加したいです
ありがとうございました♪

I participated in the event that started at 11:30. We headed to the port in a car with about 20 people, and we were going quite fast. It seems that participants from Dolphin University and Dolphin Junior High were mixed together.

Once we arrived at the port, we waited for about 30 minutes for the boat to arrive. There were many Japanese participants in the morning, but at this time, we were the only ones. However, a Japanese instructor named Kai, who is a university student, also participated, so we were able to join without any inconvenience. He was very kind and nice.

None of the others rented wetsuits, but I was glad I did for protection against jellyfish and the cold. There were only a few jellyfish present. Since we had experienced snorkeling at Hanauma Bay the day before, we knew how to use the snorkels, but it seemed there was no practice time for those using them for the first time. I think it would be more reassuring to participate in snorkeling somewhere else first.

As for the dolphins, we dove four times, but we only saw a glimpse of them during the first dive. We could see them up close from the boat, but they were far away underwater. After that, due to murky water, snorkeling in the shallow area was canceled, and we ended up watching sea turtles from the boat and having a light snack before finishing.

After getting off the boat, we only had time for a restroom break before getting back in the car to head home. Although we didn't see many dolphins underwater, snorkeling in the wide ocean while on the boat was enjoyable.

11:30開始に参加しました。
20人ほど乗った車で港まで向かいますが、結構スピード出します。（イルカ大学とイルカ中学の参加者が混ざっているようです）
港についてから、船が来るまで30分ほど待ちました。
日本人の参加者は朝の時間に多いようで、この時間の日本人は私たちのみですが、大学生の日本人インストラクターのカイさんも参加されていて不便なく参加できます。とても親切で良い方でした。
私たち以外ウェットスーツをレンタルしていなかったのですが、クラゲや寒さ対策にレンタルしてよかったです。クラゲは少しだけいました。
私たちは前日にハナウマ湾でシュノーケリングを体験していたため、シュノーケルの使い方を分かっていたのですが、初めて使用する方の練習時間はないように思えたので、違うところでシュノーケルに参加してからの方が安心かと思います。
肝心なイルカは、四回ダイブしましたが、一回目に少しだけ見れたのみでした。船の上からは至近距離で見れたのですが、水中では遠かったです。
その後、海が濁っているとのことで浅瀬でのシュノーケリングは中止してウミガメを船の上から見て、軽食を取り終了となりました。
船から降りた後はトイレの時間のみ用意され、すぐに車に乗り帰宅となります。
水中でイルカをあまり見られませんでしたが、船に乗って広い海でのシュノーケリングは楽しかったです。

It was rainy, and the sky was gloomy, so the photos didn't turn out well, but the staff were really kind, so I ended up having a great time!!!

雨で、空もずっとあったので写真が映えませんでしたが、スタッフの方がすごく優しいので結果的に楽しかったです！！！

I found this tour while searching for one with a Japanese guide because I can't speak English. The translation was very clear, not in broken Japanese, which was great. I was able to swim with dolphins and see sea turtles too!!

英語が出来ないため日本語ガイドが居るツアーを探していたところ出会いました。
カタコトの分かりづらい日本語では無く分かりやすい日本人の翻訳でとても良かったです。イルカとも泳げ、ウミガメも見ることができました！！

Just ok. Would not do again. Very expensive for family of five for what you get.

I went snorkeling at the sandbar and was able to see many fish swimming around the coral right in front of me, which was very enjoyable. However, the weather turned bad temporarily, and it was unfortunate that it started to rain in the second half, causing my body to get really cold.

サンドバーにてシュノーケリングをし、目の前のサンゴにて、魚がたくさん泳ぐ姿を観ることが出来、非常に楽しめました。
ただ、天候が一時的に悪く、後半、雨が降ったことにより、体が急激に冷えてしまったのが残念でした。

We participated as a family. I thought we could enjoy both biking and the beach, but the bike was still too big for my daughter, so we had to give up on that. However, we could still have plenty of fun at the beach. The staff were also very kind. My daughter accidentally left her phone behind, and the next day they kindly kept it at the hotel front desk for us. I really appreciate that. I'm sorry we couldn't thank you in person. Thank you very much! I would love to join the tour again when we go back to Hawaii!

家族で参加。
自転車とビーチの両方を楽しもうと思ったのですが、自転車が娘にはまだ大きく断念。
でもビーチだけでも十分楽しめます
スタッフの方も親切でした。
娘が携帯電話を置いて来てしまい、次の日に宿泊先のホテルのフロントに預けてくださりホント感謝です。直接お礼が出来なく申し訳なかったです。ありがとうございました。
またハワイに行った時はツアーに参加したいです！

There were multiple locations for bus pick-up, so we were picked up at a bus stop close to the hotel. The bus stop location was easy to find, and there were signs, which was great.

The cost of entering Hanauma Bay was included, and we were able to watch a required video on the bus, making the entry process very smooth, which was excellent.

Hanauma Bay was also very beautiful. The coral was stunning, and although there was a fee for renting snorkeling goggles, they were available for rent. We only needed to bring a bath towel and a leisure sheet for our belongings.

複数場所にバスの送迎があったので、ホテルから近いバス停にて送迎をして頂きました。また、バス停場所も分かりやすく看板もあってよかったです。
ハナウマ湾に入場する際にかかる費用も入っていることやハナウマ湾に入るために必須な映像もバス内で見れたので入場もスムーズに入れてとても良かったです。
ハナウマ湾もとても綺麗でした。サンゴもか綺麗でシュノーケル用のゴーグルも料金がかかりますが貸出があり荷物はバスタオルとレジャーシートくらいで良かったです。

Since I stayed at Prince Waikiki, I thought I would have to walk a bit for the bus pickup, but it was very convenient that they picked me up at the nearest ABC Store. On the day of my visit, there was a parade on the streets of Waikiki Beach, so the way there was a bit congested, but they drove safely. There were a few staff members who spoke Japanese, but most of the communication was in English. However, they were very kind and helpful, so I would definitely like to use their services again if I have the opportunity.

プリンスワイキキに泊まったため、バスの送迎に関して少し歩かなければ行けないと思っていたのですが、最寄りのABCストアでピックアップしてくださりとても便利でした。
当日はワイキキビーチの通りでパレードが行われていたため、行きは道が少し混んでいましたが、安全運転で連れて行ってくれました。
係員の方は日本語を喋れる方は少しいましたが、ほぼ英語のみの対応でした。ですがとても親切に対応していただけたのでまた機会があればぜひ利用したいと感じました。

Our family of 5 had a great experience with the staff. We were running late because of a parade shutting roads down and we communicated with them effortlessly about the delay. They were so accommodating and understanding - we didn’t arrive until after the boat had left but they shuttled us out on another boat so we didn’t miss the experience. Once there we were able to snorkel and enjoy the water and views while we waited for our turn with the scooters. Thank you for allowing us to have a great experience with unforgettable photos, it could have ended in disaster but they gave us the time of our life!!

I participated with my 2-year-old child, and the whole family was able to enjoy ourselves thoroughly. It was impressive that the weather was cooler than Waikiki, allowing us to spend time in a comfortable environment. We were able to watch the necessary videos on the bus beforehand, so after arriving, we could smoothly head to the beach.

Since we had a small child with us, we didn't go snorkeling this time, but even just playing in the shallow water, we could enjoy the high clarity of the ocean and the beautiful scenery. The natural landscape was different from Waikiki Beach, and I felt it was worth the visit.

We spent about an hour playing in the ocean, which was still very satisfying. Additionally, we were dropped off at a different location than the pickup point on the way back, allowing us to make good use of the afternoon for sightseeing and dining.

2歳の子供を連れて参加しましたが、家族みんなで十分に楽しむことができました。当日はワイキキよりも涼しく、快適な環境で過ごせたのが印象的です。事前に必要なビデオ鑑賞もバスの中で済ませることができたため、到着後はスムーズに海へ向かうことができました。

今回は小さな子供連れだったためシュノーケリングは行いませんでしたが、浅瀬で遊ぶだけでも海の透明度が高く、とても綺麗な景色を楽しめました。ワイキキビーチとはまた違った自然豊かな景観が広がっており、訪れて良かったと感じています。

実際に海で遊んだ時間は約1時間でしたが、それでも十分満足できる内容でした。また、帰りはピックアップ場所とは異なる場所で降ろしてもらうことができたため、その後の観光や食事など午後の時間も有効活用できました。

Casey was awesome and we had an amazing time. He went above and beyond to make sure we had a great time.

The whole experience was awesome! The sandbar and the snorkeling were really cool. The banana boat and bumper tube was super fun! At one point while on the banana boat we had stopped and just watched a turtle pop its cute head up and swim by. I would definitely do this again.

Hanauma Bay Snorkeling through Roberts Hawaii was a wonderful experience for our family and we highly recommend it. The very comfortable tour bus picked us up promptly at 6:30 AM from Hyatt Regency and we beat the crowds to the Bay! We were actually able to photograph the bay with no tourists on it before the mass crowd arrived! Roberts Hawaii seems very efficient, well run and very informative! The park is beautiful and so well maintained. We want to return there next visit!

Initially, the tour was canceled due to rain and thunder before our scheduled departure. We were able to reschedule for the next day, but it was cloudy, the tide was bad, and the water was deep enough that I couldn't stand. 💦 However, all the staff were very friendly, and their effort to entertain the guests was clearly felt. They also paid attention to safety management; they checked how my daughter and I were wearing our life jackets and made adjustments because it was important, which made us feel safe and allowed us to enjoy ourselves. Having staff who can speak Japanese is definitely reassuring. During snorkeling, we were able to see a school of fish, and the staff helped us spot a sea turtle, even if just for a moment. It's natural that the weather can be unpredictable, but I would love to try again on a nicer day and would definitely want to book this tour again.

当初予約の日時に、出発前に雨と雷でツアーが欠航になりました。翌日に変更できたのですが、曇っていて潮が悪く背が立たないくらい深かった💦
でも、スタッフさんたちは皆さんフレンドリーで、ゲストを楽しませようという感じがとても伝わりました。安全管理も気を配っていて、私と娘のライフジャケットのつけ方を見て、大事なことだからと直してくださったり、安心して楽しく過ごせました。やはり、日本語可能スタッフさんがいてくれると安心ですね。シュノーケリングではお魚の群れを見ることができ、スタッフさんが教えてくれてウミガメもちょっとだけ見ることができました。
自然なので仕方がないですが、もうちょっとお天気のいい時に再チャレンジしたいし、またこのツアーにお願いしたいと思いました。

I participated in the sandbar snorkeling cruise. I had a very enjoyable time experiencing snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP). During snorkeling, I was able to see many fish up close while feeding them bread, which was a truly valuable experience. The ocean was also very beautiful, and I was moved by how clearly I could see underwater.

I wasn't very good at paddling on the SUP, but thanks to the kind support of the staff nearby, I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. The staff were all very friendly, and since they communicated in Japanese, I felt reassured. The activities were fulfilling, and I highly recommend this tour for fully enjoying the waters of Hawaii.

サンドバーシュノーケリングクルーズに参加しました。
シュノーケリングやSUPを体験して、とても楽しい時間を過ごせました。
シュノーケリングでは、パンの餌やりをしながら間近でたくさんの魚を見ることができ、とても貴重な体験でした。海もとても綺麗で、水中の様子がよく見えて感動しました。
SUPはなかなかうまく漕げませんでしたが、近くにいたスタッフの方が優しくサポートしてくれたおかげで、安心して楽しむことができました。
スタッフの皆さんはとてもフレンドリーで、日本語で対応してくれるので安心感がありました。アクティビティも充実していて、ハワイの海を満喫できるおすすめのツアーです。

From the Waikiki area, it takes just about 30 minutes to arrive via the freeway with convenient shuttle service. The bus arrives next to an observation deck overlooking Hanauma Bay, and it's just a few minutes' walk from the observation deck to the entrance gate where you can take in the entire view of Hanauma Bay.

The entrance fee is included in the tour price, so you can pass through directly to the beach. There is also a shuttle (using a truck with attached vehicles) operating from the entrance gate to the beach, but it's only about a five-minute walk, so I recommend strolling while enjoying the scenery.

The beach is quite spacious and has enough shade from trees, allowing for a relaxing and leisurely time. However, it might get pretty crowded during the high season; I'm not entirely sure about that.

Additionally, there were Japanese staff members, likely lifeguards, who were friendly and shared various information about Hanauma Bay and the local area. The ocean is, of course, beautiful, and there are plenty of fish and marine life. If you're lucky, you might even see sea turtles or Hawaiian monk seals. During my stay, a Hawaiian monk seal appeared and swam right by the shore. It seems that Hawaiian monk seals are one of the endangered species, making it a very rare and valuable experience.

Overall, I was able to fully enjoy the beauty of Hawaii's ocean. I highly recommend this tour!

ワイキキ地区からはフリーウェイを通って、ラクラクの送迎付きでわずか30分程度で到着。
ハナウマ湾を見渡せる展望台の脇にバスが到着し、展望台からハナウマ湾全体を見渡しつつ入り口のゲートまで歩いて数分。
入場料金はツアー代金に含まれているので、そのまま通過して、ビーチへ。
入り口ゲートからビーチまではシャトル(トラックを利用し、そこに繋がれた乗り物)も運行されていますが、歩いても5分程度なので、景色を眺めつつ歩いて行くのもオススメです。
ビーチは結構広く、木陰もそこそこあるので、休憩しつつ、わりとゆったりと過ごせると思います。でも、ハイシーズンになると、結構混むのかなぁ。その辺はちょっとわかりません。
また、日本人のスタッフさん、おそらくライフセーバーさんもいたので、気さくに話しかけてきてくれて、いろいろなハナウマ湾や現地の情報も教えてもらいました。
海はもちろん綺麗で、魚や海の生物などもたくさんいますが、運が良ければ、ウミガメやハワイモンクアザラシも現れるそうです。実際に滞在中にハワイモンクアザラシが現れ、波打ち際のすぐそばを泳いで行きました。どうやらハワイモンクアザラシは絶滅危惧種のひとつらしく、とても貴重で、レア体験ができました。
とにかくハワイの海を堪能することができました。
とてもオススメできるツアーでした。

First of all, I want to recommend this tour because it was really great! Some of the staff are Japanese, and they kindly provide English announcements in Japanese right next to you. They taught us about dolphins, other marine life, and Hawaiian culture, making the experience enjoyable!

As for the dolphins, we were able to spot them in about 20 to 30 minutes. Depending on the day, it can take as little as 5 minutes or as long as an hour, and unfortunately, there are times when you might not see them at all. This time, we encountered a rare species called the false killer whale, which we only see about twice a month.

We predicted the direction the pod was moving, jumped into the water ahead of them, and waited to observe them up close. We were able to see about 20 dolphins swimming right under our feet! During the snorkeling afterward, we also got to see sea turtles up close, but I think the experience with the dolphins is truly unique.

Some participants had joined multiple times, and I can understand why. If you're interested, I definitely think you should experience it at least once!

まず初めに、とても良かったのでお勧めしたいツアーです！
スタッフの中には日本人の方もいて、英語アナウンスを隣で日本語で丁寧に伝えてくれます。
イルカや他の生物について、ハワイの文化についてなど教えていただき、楽しく過ごすことができました！
イルカについては、２０〜３０分程度で見つけることができたでしょうか、日によりけりで５分で見つかることもあれば１時間かかることもあったり、残念ながら出会えないこともあるそうです。
今回はコビレゴンドウという月に２回程度会える低頻度の種に出会うことができました。
群れが進む方向を予測し、先回りして海に飛び込んで待機し近くで観察するという形でしたが、水面を泳いでくるイルカが自分たちの足の下の水中を泳いでいく姿を、２０頭くらい近距離で見ることができました！
その後のシュノーケリングではウミガメを間近で見ることができましたが、イルカとの経験が唯一無二のものかと思います。
参加者の中には複数回参加している方もいて、気持ちがわかります。
ご興味あればぜひ一度経験してみると良いと思います！

The difference from the past is that there are many participants and various ways to enjoy it (in the past, it was only snorkeling), so people of all ages can have fun. However, on this day, we were affected by half rain and cold.

昔との違いは、多くの参加者、いろいろな楽しみ方（昔はシュノーケリングのみ）があるので、年齢層に関係なく楽しめます。ただこの日は半分移行雨と寒さにやられました。

The bus pick-up was about 10 minutes late (without any prior notice). Since we had wristbands distributed on the bus for entry to Hanauma Bay, we didn't have to wait in line. We also watched a safety video on the bus, so when we arrived, we could enter Hanauma Bay right away and go straight into the water.

I didn't rent any equipment and brought my own snorkeling gear and water shoes. About half of the people were using fins, but since there are many corals, you can't swim around too much, so I don't think it's necessary to rent fins. The waves were minimal, so children can swim safely.

I participated in the early morning tour in mid-May, but the water was cold, and it took some courage to get in. In the deeper areas, the water depth was about 140-150 cm, so if you're comfortable floating, you probably don't need any flotation devices. The sea was beautiful, and there were plenty of fish, which made me very satisfied. (There were some fish that bumped into me, and I ended up with two bruises on my legs because of them...)

The sea is located just down the slope from the entrance gate. There is also a bus available to help with going up and down the slope, which is reassuring. I walked about 10 minutes both ways, but it wasn't difficult at all.

On the way back, my swimsuit dried in about 30 minutes, so I rode the bus back in my swimsuit.

バスの迎えは10分弱程遅れてきました（特に連絡等はなし）。ハナウマベイへの入場はバス内で配られたリストバンドを付けていたため、並ぶことはありませんでした。また、注意事項のビデオをバス内で見るため、バスが着いたらそのままハナウマベイへ入場しすぐに海に入ることができました。
レンタルはせず、シュノーケルとマリンシューズを持参しました。フィンを使用している人も半数程居ましたが、サンゴが多く泳いでの移動がそこまでできないため、フィンはわざわざレンタルする必要がないと思います。波もほとんどありませんので、子供も安心して遊泳できるかと。
5月中旬に朝イチツアーで参加しましたが、海は冷たく入るのに勇気がいりました。深いところで水深140~150cmくらい？で、浮き身で泳げる方は浮き具等は不要かと思います。海は綺麗でお魚も沢山いて大満足です。（体当たりしてくる魚がおり、そいつのせいで足に2箇所アザができてました…）
海は入場ゲートから坂を下ったところにあります。坂を昇り降りするためのバスもあるため安心です。行きも帰りも10分弱くらい歩きましたが辛くはなかったです。
帰りは30分ほどで水着が乾いたため、水着のままバスに乗車し帰りました。