サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Fun for families with children! 子連れで楽しめる！

Reviewed by: ふみよ

I participated with my 5-year-old son and family.

I was worried about seasickness, but we arrived at the sandbar in about 10 to 15 minutes. During that time, we enjoyed freshly made malasadas, and by the time my son was engrossed in eating, we had reached the sandbar.

The guide staff were friendly, and we had a great time. They paid special attention to the children, engaging with them and playing together, which made the experience even more enjoyable.

We were able to take many photos at the sandbar.

We split into groups for snorkeling and playing at the sandbar, and we chose to stay at the sandbar.

During that time, we were lent floaties and paddleboards, allowing us to have fun and take many photos that captured the essence of Hawaii.

The lunch buffet was also very delicious.

This is a tour I would like to join again if I have the opportunity.

On the way back, we rode the bus in our swimsuits, but there were towels on the seats, so there was no discomfort at all.

5歳の息子と家族で参加しました。

船酔いも心配しましたが、サンドバーまで10分か15分くらいで到着。
その間出来立てのマラサダを頂いて、息子は夢中で食べてる間にサンドバー到着。

ガイドのスタッフの方も気さくで楽しく過ごせました。
子供を特に気にして頂いて、たくさん声を掛けてもらったり、一緒に遊んでもらってずーっと楽しく過ごせました。

サンドバーで写真もたくさん撮ってもらえました。

シュノーケリングするグループと、サンドバーで遊ぶグループに分かれて、私達はサンドバーに残りました。

その間、浮き輪やパドルボートなどを貸して頂いて、楽しく遊べてハワイらしい写真もたくさん撮れました。

ランチバイキングもすごく美味しかったです。

また行く機会があれば参加したいツアーです。

帰りのバスは水着のまま乗りますが、シートにはバスタオルがひかれていて、不快感はまったくなかったです。

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3-Hour Ko Olina Snorkel Cruise & Dolphin Watching Tour with Deli Lunch & Drinks

Snorkel Adventure

Reviewed by: Melanie T.

This was a great trip for my family! We did not get to see any dolphins but we got to see plenty of schools of fish and two sea turtles. The crew was excellent and made sure each and everyone of the guests had a great experience. Very patient with the kids and made it fun for them. Food was traditional Hawaiian meal and very good, with plenty of extra for seconds. Drinks were good too!

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Sandbar!!! サンドバー！！！

Reviewed by: ベーコン

The tide was shallow, and there were many sea turtles, which was wonderful! If the weather had been better, it might have been even more amazing! The guide and the captain were nice people, and I had a great time.

潮も浅く、ウミガメもたくさんいて素晴らしかった！天気が良かったらもっと最高だったかも！！ガイドのお姉さんやキャプテンもいい人でとてもいい時間を過ごせました。

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ハワイ水中スクーター　泳げなくてもOK！シーボブで海底散歩＆シュノーケリングクルーズ

Health management 体調管理

Reviewed by: ミクちゃんパパ

It was a medium-sized boat, so we experienced a bit of swaying (maybe a little more than expected), but it was my first time experiencing this. Since there was a bait bag attached, I gradually released some, and tropical fish about 20 centimeters long quickly gathered around, which was adorable. We had plenty of time for diving, and the instructor, who also acted as the photographer, gestured underwater so we could understand well, making it enjoyable without any stress. My wife seemed to have a bit of difficulty with the oxygen tank, but there were no emergencies, and we were able to have fun. The only downside was that even though we had an early morning gathering, I ate a muffin and coffee, which made me feel sick due to the swaying. About half of the other ten people seemed to experience seasickness as well. I think taking motion sickness medication before leaving the hotel would be necessary.

中型ボートでしたので若干のうねり（少し大きいかな？）を受けましたが一番はじめに体験しました。えさ袋が付いていたので少しずつ出すと20センチ位の熱帯魚がどんどんよった来て可愛かったです。潜水している時間も十分あり、インストラクター兼カメラの方も水中で良く分かるように手招きしてくれてストレス無く楽しかったです。家内が酸素ボンベの酸素が合わなくて若干苦しかったようですが、緊急浮上などは無く楽しめました。唯一、朝早い集合なのにマフィンとコーヒーを食べていったので、うねりで全部リ○ースして苦しみました。他の10人ほどの半分は同じく船酔いしたようです。たぶんホテル出発前に酔い止めが必要だと思います。

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It was fun! 楽しかった！

Reviewed by: はるはな

It was memorable to take a walk under the sea with my partner! It was cold, so having warm drinks would have been even better.

カップルも相方と一緒に海底散歩ができるので思い出に残りました！
寒かったので暖かい飲み物があると尚よしでした。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

First experience at Sandbar. サンドバー初体験

Reviewed by: 幸せ家族旅行

The driver with the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea panel will pick you up at the designated meeting spot. It takes about 50 minutes from Waikiki to the port. The weather was bad that day, with strong winds and cloudy skies, making it a bit chilly to go into the water. I borrowed a wetsuit for snorkeling because it was cold. While swimming near the coral reef, I was able to see a honu three times. I recommend bringing a waterproof camera or a waterproof cover for your smartphone. When I go back to Hawaii, I want to try again on a sunny day.

キャプテンブルース天国の海のパネルを持った運転手さんが指定の待ち合わせ場所でピックアップして下さいます。ワイキキから港までは５０分ほど。当日は朝から天気が悪く、強風と曇り空で海に入るのが少し寒かったです。シュノーケリングでは寒いのでウエットスーツを借りました。サンゴ礁近辺を泳いでいると、ホヌに３回も会うことが出来ました。防水カメラまたはスマホの防水カバーの持参をおすすめします。ハワイにまた行くときは天気の良い日にリベンジしたいと思います。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

It was amazing!! すごい良かったです！！

Reviewed by: ゆいり

The weather was great with clear skies, and as soon as the boat set off, we saw turtles!! It was a quick ride to the sandbar, so I didn't feel seasick at all. The water was incredibly clear, and the guides were very friendly. Also, while waiting for our turn to snorkel, we could use free inflatable rings and paddleboards.

天候に恵まれ晴天で、船が出てすぐに亀が！！
サンドバーまでは船ですぐだったので全く船酔いもしなかったです。
海の透明度もすごいですし、ガイドさんたちもすごくフレンドリーでした。
また、シュノーケルの順番を待っている間も無料で貸し出しの浮き輪やパドルサーフィンもできました。

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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Loved the experience!

Reviewed by: Donna Sue Youngblood

The boat crew and divers were friendly, patient, and knowledgeable. We definitely want to do again and bring our whole family. Experiencing close encounters with sea turtles, sea stars, and numerous species of fish was thrilling. The crew has 7 scuba scooters with a diver to assist each scooter. The divers make sure each participant is safe, feels comfortable, and points out the aquatic life while also allowing independent discovery. While waiting your turn to scooter, we had a wonderful time snorkeling on our own. The waters are clear and beautiful and allow perfect visibility. For an extra fee you can get pictures and a video of your adventure. The diver captured some of my favorite vacation pictures!

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

It was cold. 寒かった

Reviewed by: 初ハワイ

I checked the tide in advance and participated in the afternoon course. The sandbar was beautiful, but there wasn't much to do after taking photos. The snorkeling was great because I got to see sea turtles. It was quite cold for this time of year, and I was shivering from the cold. They lend you wetsuits, so it would have been impossible to snorkel without one. My wife couldn't stay underwater for more than ten seconds during the snorkeling practice and gave up. If someone doesn't like the feeling of having that rubber in their mouth, it might be difficult for them. The food was warm and delicious. The kids were going back for seconds.

事前に潮を確認して、午後のコースに参加しました。サンドバーは綺麗でしたが、写真を撮ったら特にすることも無かった。シュノーケリングは海ガメが見れて良かった。この時期にしては、かなり寒いらしく、寒さで震えてた。ウェットスーツを貸してくれるので借りないとシュノーケリングは無理だった。妻は、シュノーケリングの練習で１０秒以上潜っていられずシュノーケリングは断念した。あのゴムをくわえる感覚がダメな人は無理かな。ご飯は、暖かく美味しいかった。子供は、おかわりして食べていた。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

I'm glad the weather was favorable! 天候に恵まれて良かった！

Reviewed by: polo6

I participated in the morning plan in mid-February. The day before was rainy and cold all day, but this day was sunny and warm, making it pleasant to enter the sea.

I checked the tide levels using the Kaneohe Bay Tide Chart and aimed to book during the lowest tide of my stay. It was about an hour after the Low Tide of 0.6 feet, but the water level was up to my calves in the shallowest areas.

It was my first experience snorkeling, and it wasn't difficult at all. I was able to see many colorful fish up close, and swimming with the sea turtles was a great experience.

The staff was full of hospitality, eager to make sure we had fun. Thank you very much.

　2月中旬の午前プランで参加しました。前日は１日中雨で寒かったですが，この日は晴れて暖かく，気持ちよく海に入れました。

　Kaneohe Bay Tide Chartで潮位を調べ，滞在中もっとも潮が引くときを狙って申し込みました。Low Tide 0.6 feetの時刻の1時間後くらいでしたが，一番浅いところでふくらはぎの下くらいまで水位がありました。

　シュノーケリング初体験でしたが難しいこともなく，たくさんの色とりどりの魚を間近に見ることができましたし，ウミガメと一緒に泳げたのも良い経験になりました。

　スタッフの方々は「楽しませよう！」というホスピタリティに満ちていました。ありがとうございました。

　

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Awesome! I will definitely participate again next time! 最高！必ず次も参加します！

Reviewed by: HAWAII

The weather was perfect, and the sea felt like paradise.
On the way to the sandbar, the guide's explanations built up excitement...
When we finally arrived at the sandbar, it was even more than I imagined, and I was almost moved to tears!
It felt like I was actually walking on the water.

Also, during snorkeling, several turtles came close, and I had the wonderful experience of swimming with them, which made me very satisfied!

At the final BBQ, there were many dishes, including Kona coffee, making it an experience worth more than the price! Great value!!!
I will definitely participate again next time.
Thank you very much.

お天気にも恵まれ、最高の天国の海でした。
サンドバーに行くまでにもガイドの説明でウキウキワクワクが募り。。。
いざサンドバーにつくと想像以上で、涙が出そうに感動しました！
実際に海上を歩いているような気分です。

またシュノーケリングも身近にカメが何匹も寄ってきて
一緒に泳ぐ経験ができ大満足です！

最後のBBQでも品数も多く、コナコーヒーなどもあり
金額以上の体験です！コスパよい！！！
次回も絶対参加します。
ありがとうございました。

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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Awesome underwater fun.

Reviewed by: Trevor

Great adventure underwater fun. Crew were friendly and efficient . Everything supplied and even if you are not a very competent swimmer you could easily manage this activity as a fully qualified diver is in the water to assist at all times.
Ideal alternative way to get under the water if you are incapable of scuba diving. Would definitely do it again The music on the boat was from the 70's and 80's which made the trip even more enjoyable as it was what I grew up listening too

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Heaven's Sea Tour 天国の海ツアー

Reviewed by: ヒロミ

It was very beautiful. However, you need to check the low tide times carefully. If you have too high expectations, it might be a bit disappointing. The staff were all very good. Their Japanese was excellent. I felt reassured.

とっても綺麗だった。でも、干潮時間はきちんと調べないと。期待過ぎると、ちょっと残念な事になるかも。スタッフの皆さんは、とても良かったです。日本語バッチリ。安心です

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Subtle. 微妙

Reviewed by: mmm

I couldn't see the beautiful sea like in the pictures. It's unavoidable since it depends on the weather. The tour price is quite high, and they also expect a tip, so I wouldn't recommend it.

写真のような綺麗な海は見れず。
天気次第なので仕方ありませんが。
ツアー代もそこそこ高いのにチップもしっかり要求され、おススメしません。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

It was cold. 寒かった

Reviewed by: tktktk

I think it might be the season, but it was very cold with the wind blowing. If the weather is nice, I believe it could be enjoyable.

時期的にそうなのかと思いますが、風が吹いてとても寒かったです。天気がいいタイミングであれば楽しめるのではないかと思います。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

I couldn't see the sandbar. サンドバーが見れなかった

Reviewed by: あいび

I signed up with the intention of leisurely walking on the sandbar. I thought I could jump around like in the photos posted. However, when I arrived, it was high tide, and I couldn't walk at all. It was disappointing that I ended up having to get into the water, even though I hadn't planned on it. I also felt that my information-gathering skills were lacking, as it was clearly stated that the sandbar couldn't be walked on in the afternoon, even though I participated in the morning...

That said, all the event staff were very nice, and even though I couldn't participate in snorkeling because I’m not good at it, they accommodated me by letting me ride a kayak and a speedboat, so I enjoyed that part. I thought the BBQ meal would be cooked on the sandbar, but it turned out to be a buffet style served on the boat. The meat was delicious, and the bone-in short ribs were my favorite flavor, so I had seconds multiple times.

I also didn't get to see any sea turtles. It seemed that those who participated in snorkeling were able to see them. Although it was called a "Heavenly Sea Tour," based on my experience on the date I attended (it rained a little too), I honestly didn't feel that way, and I thought it could have been the same at a nearby beach. I think it would be good if they clearly stated the potential downsides beforehand to manage expectations.

サンドバーをのんびり歩くつもりで申込みをしました。
掲載されてる写真のように、ジャンプしたりできるかと。
しかし、到着すると満潮で歩く事はできませんでした。
水に入るつもりもなかったのに、
水に入らざるを得ない状況になってしまったのも残念でした。
私の情報収集能力が欠けてたせいもあるのですが、
午後はサンドバーは歩けませんと大きく明記してあると、
午前に参加したのに…と思いました。
ただ、イベントスタッフの方はみんな良い人でしたし、
シュノーケリングが苦手で参加出来しなかったのですが、
カヤックに乗せてくれたり、スピードボードに乗せてくれたり、
いろいろ対応して頂けたので、その部分は楽しめました。
食事のBBQは、サンドバーで実際に焼いて楽しむのかと思いましたが、
出来上がってるものを船上でビュッフェスタイルで頂くものでした。
お肉は美味しくて、骨付きのカルビは大好きな味で、
何度もおかわりしました。
ウミガメも見れませんでした。
シュノーケリングに参加した人は見れたようです。
天国の海ツアーでしたが、私が参加した日時に関して言えば、
（雨も少し降りました）そんな感じは受けず、
近くの海でも同じかなと思えたのが正直な感想です。
参加する前の期待が大きくならないように、
悪い時の事も大きく明記してくれるといいかなと思いました。

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ハワイ水中スクーター　泳げなくてもOK！シーボブで海底散歩＆シュノーケリングクルーズ

Easy diving?! お手軽ダイビング⁈

Reviewed by: ぺんきち

I hadn't been in the ocean since I was a child, so I was quite nervous, but it was so much fun! During the initial briefing at the office, they provided explanations in English followed by Japanese, but the Japanese was quite fast, so there were some details I didn't catch. I thought it would have been great for beginners like me to have a video explanation as well. (In reality, the staff accompanied us the whole time and guided us step by step, so it worked out fine.)

Our boat had about 15 people in 6 groups, and they took photos of us diving in pairs. Since most of the participants were Japanese, I asked those who dove before me for tips. The underwater scenery was beautiful, and the fish that came to the bait in my hands were incredibly cute!

For those with long hair, if you tie it back high, your face will end up closer to the front of the helmet, which can feel cramped due to the limited space in front of you. I think it's better to tie it at the neck level.

We swayed gently for just over an hour as we headed out. It felt like seasickness was a given, and there was a prior explanation about "if you feel sick, go to the back of the boat." My husband, who is a sea man, said that "people who get overly excited or nervous at first tend to get seasick," so it might be better not to get too hyped up.

At the end, they mentioned there wouldn't be a place to change, but when we returned to the office, there was about a 20-minute break that felt like a restroom stop. So, if someone really needs to, they might be able to change quickly in the restroom. (However, since there are few restrooms, I wouldn't recommend it.) We just put on our hoodies and let ourselves dry naturally on the way back.

The photos were bundled with a video for $47. Payment was made on the spot (it was card-friendly when I went), and I wrote down my email address to receive them later. It was smooth, with a request to download them within two weeks.

子供の頃以来海に入っておらず結構ドキドキだったのですがすごーく楽しかったです。
最初に事務所でレクチャー受ける際、英語説明の後日本語でもしてくれましたが結構早口なので詳細分からないところもあり、私のような初心者にとってはビデオ説明もあったら尚よかったなぁ〜なんて思いました。(実際はスタッフがずっと帯同し、手取り足取りやってくれるのでなんとかなりますが)
私達のボートは6組15名程度、順次潜りペアの写真も撮ってくれます。日本人の方がほとんどだったので前に潜った人に要領を聞いたりしました。海中は綺麗で手元の餌に寄ってくるお魚さんがメチャメチャ可愛かったです！
髪が長い方、後ろで結ぶ際に高い位置で結ぶとその分ヘルメットの前の方に顔が来てしまうので(目の前の空間が少なく圧迫感！)首の位置で結んだ方がいいと思います。
沖に出て1時間ちょっとユラユラ揺られます。船酔いはお約束といった感じで、予め「吐く時は船の後ろで」などの説明もありました。海男の夫が言うには「最初にはしゃいだりドキドキしすぎる人が酔いやすい」ということなのでテンションも上げ過ぎない方がいいかもしれません。
最後は着替える所がないとのことでしたが、事務所に戻るとトイレ休憩な感じで20分程空白の時間があったので、どうしてもという方はトイレで急いで着替えたりできるかも。(トイレの数が少ないので推奨はしませんが^^;)。私達はパーカー羽織って自然乾燥しながら帰りました。
写真は動画とセット47ドルでした。その場で支払い(私の時はカード可)、メールアドレス書いて後でメールで受け取り。2週間以内にダウンロードして下さいという形でスムーズでした〜。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Please be aware that there are differences in the service provided. 対応に差があるので注意です

Reviewed by: mika

I participated in the tour in January. Overall, I was satisfied with the content of the tour. It was the rainy season, but I had a great time. I felt safe while snorkeling because we had floats. I even got to see a sea turtle.

At the end of the tour, there was an announcement saying, "If you are satisfied, please consider tipping," so it's a good idea to have cash ready.

However, I was a bit disappointed with the staff's response. During the free time of the tour, the staff were taking photos of each group, but while other groups were posing and taking multiple shots, we were not approached at all. Later, we could purchase the photos taken, but the only one of us during our free time was a single shot taken from a distance, and it wasn't even a posed shot—it was a candid one.

Looking at the overall tour photos, it seemed that only families and groups of girls were being photographed, while there were very few pictures of couples.

(This is a subjective impression, but I felt a bit uncomfortable seeing the staff taking multiple photos of the all-girls groups while ignoring us. Haha.)

Even though we paid the same tour fee, it felt like there was a difference in treatment, so I think it's important to think carefully about the tip amount at the end.

1月に参加しました。ツアーの内容はおおむね満足です。雨季でしたが楽しく過ごせました。
シュノーケルも浮きを付けるので安心して行えました。ウミガメもみれました。
ツアーの最後に「満足できた場合はチップをお願いします」とアナウンスされるので、現金を用意した方が良いです。

ただスタッフの方の対応にちょっとがっかりでした。
ツアーの自由行動中に、スタッフの方がグループ毎に声をかけて写真を撮っていたのですが、他のグループはポーズをつけて何度も撮影していたのに、私達は声もかけられませんでした。
後から撮影写真をみて購入できますが、私達の自由行動中の写真は遠くから撮影された1枚だけでした。それもカメラ目線ですらなく隠し撮りです。
ツアー全体の写真をみても、なぜか家族連れや女の子のグループばかり撮影されていて、カップルの写真は少なかったです。

（主観的な感想ですが、スタッフの方が女の子だけのグループに声をかけて何枚も何枚も写真を撮っていたのは若干気持ち悪く感じてしまいました。笑）

同じようにツアー代金を払っていてもこんなふうに差をつけられるので、最後に払うチップ代金はよく考えた方が良いと思います。

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ハワイ水中スクーター　泳げなくてもOK！シーボブで海底散歩＆シュノーケリングクルーズ

Beware if you get seasick! 船に酔う人は注意！

Reviewed by: 楽しかった！

In late February, the weather was mostly cloudy, and the waves were strong, which might not have been the best season. However, when the sun occasionally peeked out, the color of the sea transformed into a vibrant blue. While others were riding underwater scooters, I often saw sea turtles swimming near the surface, occasionally popping up to look at us. I felt like the encounter rate was similar to seeing pigeons in Tokyo. When I rode the underwater scooter, there were plenty of fish, and I spotted several sea turtles swimming along the seabed.

Among the crowd, which included families, couples, and groups of girls, I participated in a company trip with only women. I was the only man, but thanks to a friendly staff member who was a fourth-generation Japanese American, I felt less out of place as he occasionally struck up conversations with me.

Those who are prone to seasickness should be cautious. While the boat is moving, the swaying from the waves isn't too bad, but waiting on a stationary boat can make you feel queasy. You might also feel nauseous while riding the underwater scooter. Additionally, while the scooter is fine in shallow waters, just diving a little deeper can cause severe ear pain from the water pressure, which can worsen your seasickness. I experienced mild seasickness without showing it, but I saw some people who were completely out of it, clinging to the back of the boat and making multiple trips back and forth.

Overall, the courses "Hawaii Underwater Scooter BOB - Seabob Seafloor Walk & Snorkel Cruise" (the cheaper option) and "Underwater Scooter & Hawaii Kai Sandbar Half-Day Tour with Shuttle - Enjoy Snorkeling & Stand-Up Paddleboarding!" (the more expensive option) share the same departure and return points for the scooters. Participants in the more expensive option finish their scooter ride first and switch to a high-speed boat to go to another location for stand-up paddleboarding. Meanwhile, those on the cheaper option take turns finishing their scooter rides, but the waiting time can lead to seasickness. Even after everyone on the cheaper option has finished, they have to wait until the participants from the more expensive option return, which must have felt like hell for those who got seasick.

Participants in the more expensive option, who seemed a bit queasy at first, returned to the boat looking fine. I think they recovered while playing on the high-speed boat and stand-up paddleboard. Therefore, I recommend that anyone who might feel even slightly nauseous choose the more expensive option that includes stand-up paddleboarding at the sandbar. I opted for the cheaper option because I had another activity in the afternoon and wanted to return as soon as possible, but I ended up returning to the port at the same time as those on the more expensive option.

You can rent a short-sleeved wetsuit. It's fine if you don't wear one, and you can also bring your own. Even though it was the last part of winter in February, the water only felt cold for a moment when I first entered.

Photos and videos are available for purchase: individual photos are $20 each, videos are $20, and a set is $30. I received 13 photos of myself and two additional photos of sea turtles that were likely taken separately.

2月後半で曇りがち、波も強くて時期的にはあまり良い季節ではなかった
のかもしれませんが、時折太陽が顔を出すと海の色が鮮やかなブルーに変りました。
他の人が水中スクーターに乗ってる間も、船上では水面を泳ぐウミガメが横切り、船の近くで時折顔を出してはこちらを見ているのを何度も見ることが出来ました。
東京で鳩見かけるぐらいの遭遇率ではないかと思って見ていました。
また水中スクーターで潜ると、魚はたくさんいますし、海底をウミガメが数匹泳いでいました。

家族連れ、夫婦、カップル、女の子同士のグループみたいな人ばかなりの中、女性ばかりとの社員旅行で現地自由行動、これには男1人での参加だったですが、日系4世のスタッフの気さくなおじさんが時折話しかけてくれたお陰で浮いてる感が紛れました。

酔う人は注意が必要です。
船が走っている間は、波で大きく揺れてもあまり酔いません。
停まった船で待ってる間が酔います。
水中スクーターに乗ってる時も酔うかもしれません。
さらにスクーターは浅いところを潜っているうちは大丈夫ですが、
ほんの少しさらに深く潜っただけで水圧で耳に激痛がきます。
これがまた酔いの体調を悪くします。
私も表に出さないでいられる程度では軽く船酔いしていましたが、
リバースはここで言われる船尾に張り付いたり、何度も往復して完全に死んでる人達もいました。

全体の流れとして、本コース「ハワイ 水中スクーターBOB - シーボブで海底散歩＆シュノーケルクルーズ」(値段安い方)と「水中スクーター＆ハワイカイサンドバー　半日送迎付きツアー　シュノーケリング＆スタンドアップパドルボートも楽しめる！」(値段高い方)は、スクーターに乗る場所までと帰港は一緒になります。
値段高い方の参加者が先にスクーターを終え、高速ボートに乗り換えて別な場所にスタンドアップボードなどをしに行きます。
安い方の人はその間、順番にスクーターを終えていくのですが、その待ち時間が酔います。
さらに安い方の人が全員スクーターを終えても、高い値段の方の人が戻って来るまでそのまま待たされます。
船酔いした人には地獄の時間だったと思います。

値段高い方の人は最初に少し酔ってた風な人も、ケロッとして船に戻ってきました。
高速ボートや立ちボートで遊んでいる間に回復したんだと思います。
ですので、少しでも酔うかもしれない不安のある人は、サンドバーでの
スタンドアップボートなどがセットになった値段の高い方を選択した方が良いと思います。
午後から別なアクティビティがあったので、少しでも早く帰れる方をと安い方を選択したのですが、高速ボートから船に戻ってきた高い値段の方の人と一緒に帰港しますので最終的にかかる時間は同じです。

ウレタンの半袖スウェットスーツが借りられます。
着ないでもOKです。自前でもOKです。
2月の冬最終期ですが水が冷たく感じたのは入った瞬間だけです。

撮ってくれる写真や動画はバラだと写真20ドル、動画20ドル、
セットなら30ドルでした。
写真は自分を13枚と、別で撮ったであろうウミガメ写真2枚付けてくれていました。

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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Great alternative to full scuba diving

Reviewed by: Lewis W

As a qualified PADI, I found this activity to be a great alternative to full on scuba diving. With the submarine scooter you are able to sit back and enjoy the amazing underwater world.

The Bobs team were very organised and made the whole experience enjoyable and welcoming. I would highly recommend this to those afraid of discovery scuba diving. The team also take great pictures and videos for you.

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Turtle watching in the beautiful sea. 綺麗な海にウミガメウォッチ

Reviewed by: ナチ公爵

If you come to Hawaii, you definitely want to visit a sandbar at least once! February can be quite chilly, so I signed up for an afternoon plan. On the day of the trip, I enjoyed the grandeur of being in the middle of the vast ocean with the water at about shin height. In the latter half, we went turtle watching. The BBQ lunch had a generous portion. The sea turtles came close, attracted by the food. They allocated enough time for us, so we were able to relax and enjoy ourselves.

ハワイに来たら一度はサンドバーに行きたい！
さすがに2月は寒いので午後からのプランに申し込む。
当日は脛ぐらいの位置の海面で広大な海のど真ん中で雄大さを楽しむ。
後半はウミガメウォッチ。
昼食のBBQは十分なボリューム。
餌目当てにウミガメが近寄ってきます。
充分な時間を配分してくれる為、ゆっくりできました。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

It was really cold. とにかく寒かったです

Reviewed by: maru

Unfortunately, the sandbar had water levels around my thighs. Because it was cloudy, the water wasn't the beautiful blue color I had hoped for. Sadly, I also didn't see any sea turtles. This tour relies heavily on nature, so there's a strong element of luck involved. I think first-time visitors to Hawaii might enjoy other activities more. If the weather had been good, I believe it would have been an amazing tour!

サンドバーは残念ながら太ももあたりの水かさでした。
曇りだった為、水も綺麗な水色ではなく残念でした。
ウミガメも残念ながら見れませんでした。
このツアーは自然が相手なので当然運要素が強いです。
ハワイはじめての方は他の事を楽しんだほうが良いと思います。
天気がよかったら最高なツアーだと思います！

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

We were blessed with good weather! 天候に恵まれました！

Reviewed by: どんすけ

We visited Hawaii for our honeymoon and participated as a couple. We chose the timing that matched the lowest tide during our stay, but the water level was still a bit higher than our ankles. It was unfortunate that it wasn't a day when the sandbar fully appeared, but it was great that we were able to visit during a clear time after it had rained in the morning.

The day's flow was as follows:
- Picked up from the hotel
- Moved by boat (we had malasadas, and the view of Kualoa Ranch was beautiful)
- After docking, walked to the sandbar (the water level was about waist-high at first; wearing reef shoes is reassuring)
- Photo time at the sandbar (group photos were taken, and individual photos are also available for a fee)
- Returned to the boat for a meal (delicious, with seconds available, and the coffee was great!)
- Snorkeling (some groups had their meals afterward; there were plenty of fish, but the visibility was just okay. We could borrow wetsuits for free)
- Remaining time for marine activities (though it was brief, we could do stand-up paddleboarding)
- Returned to the port (a rainbow appeared)
- Transferred back to the hotel by bus.

Since there were mostly Japanese tourists and the guide spoke Japanese, we were able to relax and enjoy our time. Thank you very much.

新婚旅行でハワイに訪れ、夫婦で参加しました。
日時は事前に滞在する期間で一番、干潮のタイミングが合うときを選びましたが、それでも足首よりも少し高い位置の水位でした。完全にサンドバーが現れる干潮の日ではなく残念でしたが、午前中は雨が降っていたので運よく晴れた時間帯に訪れることができてよかったです。
一日の流れは、ホテルにお迎え
⇒船で移動（マラサダ食べる、クアロアランチがきれいにみえた）
⇒停泊後、船を下りてサンドバーまで歩く（最初は腰くらいの水位、リーフシューズがあると安心）
⇒サンドバーで記念撮影タイム（全体で記念撮影、個人写真もとってくれますが有料）
⇒船に戻って食事（おいしい、おかわりもできるし、コーヒーもおいしかった！）
⇒シュノーケリング（食事があとのグループもありました、魚はたくさんいましたが透明度はままあです。ウェットスーツを無料で借りれました）
⇒残り時間はマリンアクティビティ（ほんとちょっとでしたが、スタンドアップパドルもできました）
⇒港に帰る（虹が出た）⇒バスでホテルまで送迎、でした。
日本人観光客ばかりだったのと、ガイドさんが日本語OKなので安心して過ごすことができました。ありがとうございました。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

It was fun. 楽しかったです

Reviewed by: なおh

I checked the low tide days as much as possible and made a reservation. Even in the shallowest areas, the water level reached about my calves.

I rented a GoPro from Japan in advance to participate, and I was able to take really good photos and videos, so I recommend preparing a waterproof camera. I remember that it was quite expensive to rent one on-site for this tour.

The staff were cheerful, fun, and kind, and they took a lot of photos for us.

Breakfast was a buffet, and I didn't have high expectations, but it was delicious.

I joined this tour because I wanted to see sea turtles, but unfortunately, when the boat left the sandbar and returned, I could only see a little bit of a shell from a distance... It was really disappointing... Other than that, it was a very enjoyable and satisfying tour. I want to try again someday!

なるべく引き潮の日を調べて予約しました。
一番浅いところでもふくらはぎくらいまで水位がありました。

予め、日本からGOPROをレンタルして参加しましたがとても良い写真と動画を撮ることができましたので、防水カメラを用意することをおすすめします。
このツアーで当日その場で借りることもできるそうですが、結構料金が高かったこと記憶しています。

スタッフの方々も明るく楽しく親切な方々で、写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。

朝食はバイキング形式で、あまり期待をしていなかったのですが美味しかったです。

ウミガメを見たかったのでこのツアーに参加したのですが、残念ながら今回は船がサンドバーを離れて戻る時に、遠くからほんの少し甲羅が見れたくらいでした…本当に残念です…
それ以外はとても楽しく満足できるツアーでした。
またいつかリベンジしたいです！

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

I had a great time. 楽しめました

Reviewed by: Sariyu

I think it's difficult to participate exactly at low tide, but it was a valuable and interesting experience to stand in the middle of the sea and take photos. You can also see turtles napping while snorkeling, and you can have fun with floaties and SUP.

干潮ちょうどに参加するのは難しいと思いますが、それでも海の真ん中で立って写真を撮れるのは貴重で面白かったです。シュノーケルではかめのお昼寝も見られますし、浮き輪やSAPでも遊べます。

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ハワイ水中スクーター　泳げなくてもOK！シーボブで海底散歩＆シュノーケリングクルーズ

New ocean sports♡ 新しいオーシャンスポーツ♡

Reviewed by: KURUMILK

I love the ocean and often go diving and snorkeling, but this was my first experience with sea bob. It was more casual than diving, and I was able to enjoy views that I couldn't see while snorkeling. During the middle of the dive, I fed the fish, and it was the first time I was surrounded by so many fish! Haha (o^^o)♪♪ I also got to see a sea turtle up close, and I had an incredibly fulfilling time. Thank you to the staff. I will definitely visit again! ♡

海は大好きでダイビングやシュノーケリングは良くするのですが、
シーボブ体験は初めて。
ダイビングよりも気軽に、かつシュノーケリングでは見れない景色を楽しめました。
ダイブ中盤での魚の餌やり、
あんなに沢山の魚に囲まれたのは初めてです！笑(o^^o)♪♪
海ガメも間近で見れて、最高に充実した時間を過ごせました。
スタッフさん、ありがとうございます。
また必ず訪れますね♡

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Second visit to the sandbar. 2回目のサンドバー

Reviewed by: Haru

I think many people hesitate to choose this option because it is relatively expensive compared to other tour companies, but I went with Captain Bruce again, just like last time.
- The buses and boats for pickup are new and clean.
- The staff are all very kind.
- They are apparently the only company that can take you right up to the sandbar by boat.
It was unfortunate that the weather was a bit cloudy (the photos don't come out well unless it's sunny), but I was very satisfied to be able to swim with sea turtles. My 5-year-old and 9-year-old children also had a lot of fun with the cheerful staff.
I haven't experienced other tour companies, but if I go to the sandbar again, I think I will use Captain Bruce next time as well. It seems that the sandbar is more visible in the afternoon.

他催行会社に比べて割高なため選択に迷う方が多いと思いますが、私は前回同様にキャプテン・ブルースで行ってきました。
・ピックアップ用のバスや船が新しく清潔
・スタッフの方が皆とても親切
・サンドバーの目の前まで船で入れる唯一の業者（らしい）
天候が曇り気味だったのは残念でしたが（写真は晴れないと綺麗に撮れません）、ウミガメと泳ぐこともできて大変満足です。5歳・9歳の子供も明るいスタッフさん達に沢山構って頂き、とても楽しそうでした。
他の催行会社さんを経験したことが無いのですが、またサンドバーに行くとしたら次回もキャプテン・ブルースを利用すると思います。砂浜が出やすいのは午後らしいですよ。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

It was fun. 楽しかったです

Reviewed by: ばっつん

I participated in a tour on the morning of January 22.

The flow of the tour is simply as follows:
1. Sandbar walk
We got off the boat at a spot where the water was waist-deep and walked. During this season, it can be cold if the sun isn't shining, and the sea doesn't look very beautiful when it's cloudy.
2. Light meal
A buffet on the boat with bread, salad, and fruits. The taste was average.
3. Snorkeling
After a lecture on how to wear the mask, how to breathe, and precautions about the coral, we swam for about 20 minutes. We saw beautiful fish and coral, but there were no turtles.
4. Free time
Time to play freely using bodyboards and floaties. However, it was cold, and many people went back up to the boat. Those who didn't participate in snorkeling were taken on a cruise during this time.

Overall assessment:
- The staff's response was top-notch.
- When it's cloudy, the sea is not beautiful at all and it's cold.

Considering the price, tips, and the season, it felt about right.

1/22の朝からのツアーに参加してきました。

ツアーの流れは、簡単には以下の通り。
①サンドバーウォーク
腰の高さの位置までの場所で船から降り、歩く。この時期だと陽が当たらないと寒く、曇りだと対して海が綺麗に見えない。
②軽食
船の上でパン、サラダ、フルーツなどのブッフェ。味は普通。
③シュノーケル
マスクの付け方、呼吸の仕方、サンゴの注意点などのレクチャーの後、20分程度平泳ぎ。綺麗な魚とサンゴが見れました。亀はいませんでした。
④フリータイム
ボディーボード、浮き輪などを使って自由に遊ぶ時間。ただ、寒くて船の上に上がる人が多い。シュノーケルに参加してない人は、ここでクルーズに連れて行ってもらえた。

総評
・スタッフの対応は最高レベル
・曇りだと、海が全然綺麗じゃない&寒い

価格とチップ、時期を考えると、こんなもんかなぁという感じでした。

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Heaven's Sea 天国の海

Reviewed by: さとみ

The weather wasn't very good, so I was a bit anxious, but it was really beautiful! I was surprised to see turtles swimming nearby!!

天気があまり良くなくて不安だったのですが、とても綺麗でした！
亀が近くを泳いでいたのには驚きました！！

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サンドバー　キャプテンブルース　天国の海®︎シュノーケリングクルーズ　SUPや浮き輪などレンタルアイテムも！＜午前・午後／日本語クルー＞

Everyone from grandpa to the baby enjoyed it! おじいちゃんから赤ちゃんまで楽しめました！

Reviewed by: さゆなな

We participated with a total of nine people, from a five-month-old baby to my 64-year-old father and mother. It rained on the way to the sandbar, and when we got off, the water was up to our knees. My father said he would wait on the boat, but we forced him to come along, and in the end, he said he was glad he went! I think it's a good idea to check the tide schedule in advance. The BBQ was delicious, and the kids were very satisfied.

5か月の赤ちゃんから64歳の父、母まで総勢9名で参加しました。
サンドバーまでの船の途中で雨が降り、
降りるときも膝上あたりまであったため、
父は船で待っている、と言っていましたが、
無理やり連れて行き、最後には、行けてよかった！と言っていました。
潮の満ち引きはあらかじめ確認しておいたほうがいいと思います。
BBQもおいしく、子供達も大満足でした。

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