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

Nice day

Reviewed by: Michelle

This was a pleasant day, unfortunately the boat really didn't go far from the marina. The only fish we saw were bated by the crew. No whale or dolphin sightings. They fed us lunch at the end of the day nearly 3 a bit hard for kids and adults consuming alcohol. Nothing really bad however not a remarkable day considering the price.

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Posted on: 2017/04/10
Activity Date: 2017/03/29

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

amazing experience

Reviewed by: vivi chiou

hospitable crew, great food and facilities. It had been a wonderful experience!

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Packages: Morning Snorkel Sail with Transportation [8:30 AM]
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2017/04/06
Activity Date: 2015/12/29

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 it was sunny. 晴れていてよかった

Reviewed by: くーぽん

We used the service with three generations of our family. It was sunny, so we were lucky to have a beautiful view of the sea. The staff took a lot of photos for us. My child, who was snorkeling for the first time, struggled a bit, but they gave it their all. Despite being warned about the dangers of touching the coral, we fell behind the group and felt left out when we couldn't find our way back from the coral to the sandbar. It felt a bit harsh for those who aren't strong swimmers. Other than that, the staff was friendly. We also saw a sea turtle while snorkeling. The restroom on the boat was used by the kids, but I felt reluctant to use it myself. There are public restrooms near the boarding area (although we were told not to use them due to time constraints...). The return bus wasn't as cold as some reviews suggested. I'm glad we got to visit the sandbar, but I think once is enough.

家族3世代で利用しました。
晴れていたので海がきれいでラッキーでした。
写真もスタッフの方にたくさん撮って頂きました。
シュノーケリングは初めてやるわが子がうまく出来ず、それでも一生懸命やりました。
散々、サンゴに触れたら危ないなど言っていたのに、みんなの列から遅れをとってしっまった私たち、サンゴからサンドバーに戻る場所も案内してもらえず、置いて行かれた気分になり、泳ぎの下手な人には冷たいなーと感じました。
それ以外はフレンドリーに接して頂きました。ウミガメもシュノーケリング中見れました。
船内のトイレは、子供たちはりようしていましたが、私はなんだか利用するのが億劫で使いませんでした。船乗り場付近に公衆トイレがあります。(時間がないので利用するなといわれますが・・・)帰りのバスは口コミで書かれるほど寒くありませんでした。
サンドバーに行ってみたかったので良かったです。が一度で十分だと思います。

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Aloha! This is Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour.
I apologize that you were not able to enjoy the tour 100%. We would be delighted if you could come back and visit us again!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーです。
ツアーを100%楽しんで頂けなかったようで申し訳ございません。ぜひ!また一度遊びにいらして頂けると嬉しいです。

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Packages: 午前プラン<2019年3月31日まで>
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Posted on: 2017/04/04
Activity Date: 2017/03/30

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>

The service is great! サービスが良い!

Reviewed by: meg

It was cloudy, but the clarity of the sea was very evident. It was a beautiful ocean. The staff were always smiling and made an effort to entertain the guests. It was wonderful.

曇ってはいましたが、海の透明度はよく分かりました。とても綺麗な海でした。スタッフの皆さんは、ゲストを楽しませようと、ずっと笑顔の対応でした。素晴らしいです。

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Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. Our staff will continue to greet everyone with smiles to ensure you have a great time.

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございました。
皆様に楽しんでいただけるようこれからもスタッフ一同笑顔で御待ちしております。

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Posted on: 2017/03/27
Activity Date: 2017/03/23

BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Great time!

Reviewed by: Tonya

This was so fun. To top it off at the end we got to see 30+ dolphin.

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Packages: BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation)
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2017/03/18
Activity Date: 2017/03/14

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>

Full of fun!! 楽しさ満点!!

Reviewed by: k&a

The tour was enjoyable for a wide range of ages, from children to seniors. The snorkeling was disappointing as it wasn't a free experience; we had to swim in a line. Other than that, the friendly atmosphere created by the crew made it a very enjoyable time. Although it was early March and we were blessed with great weather, the water was quite cold, so I felt that some preparation for the cold was necessary.

ツアーの内容としてはお子様からご年配まで幅広く楽しめるものでした。
シュノーケリングは自由に楽しめるものではなく、並んで泳ぐ期待外れなものでした。
それ以外はクルーのフレンドリーな雰囲気でとても楽しく過ごす事が出来ました。
3月上旬でしたが、絶好の天候に恵まれたにも関わらず海の中はかなり寒かったので、寒さ対策が必要と感じました。

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Aloha! Thank you for participating in the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Since it is an outdoor tour, we recommend bringing a long-sleeved jacket regardless of the season. Thank you for sharing the information.

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございました。
屋外でのツアーのため季節を問わず参加の際は長袖の上着の持参をお勧めしてます。情報シェアありがとうございました。

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Posted on: 2017/03/14
Activity Date: 2017/03/06

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I'm glad I went. 行って良かった

Reviewed by: K.J

The colors of the sea were truly beautiful, with green in the shallow areas and a deep blue in the deeper parts.

At the place where we got off the boat, the water level was up to my waist, but it became shallower as we approached the sandbar, eventually reaching about knee height.

There were many participants, and we went out to sea on a two-tiered boat. Each group on the boat had a chance to snorkel while the other group enjoyed light snacks. The snacks included hot dogs and fruits, which were plentiful and delicious.

Since there was a family that was anxious about swimming, we lined up last for snorkeling. Because we were behind everyone, we heard someone in the distance say, "There’s a turtle!" but we couldn’t do anything about it. By the time we returned to the boat, there were people playing with floaties and boards around us, as well as others resting on the boat. I wasn’t sure if the free time was set for each boat, so I just rested for a while, but before I knew it, it was time to depart in about 10 minutes. It was disappointing not to have any time to play. If you want to play after snorkeling, it might be better to swim at the front of the group.

It seemed that we were the only group that didn’t see a turtle, and the captain, knowing this, kindly circled around a bit before returning to shore. Unfortunately, we didn’t get to see the turtle, but I appreciated the thoughtfulness. On the way back, I handed the tip I had prepared to the captain.

During this time of year, the sun is strong, but the water temperature is quite low, so I recommend wearing a rash guard or a hoodie while swimming.

浅いところはグリーン、深くなっているところは濃いブルーと、海の色が本当に綺麗でした。

船を下りた場所では腰まであった水位がサンドバーに近づくほど低くなっていき、一番低くて膝くらいになりました。

参加人数が多く2層の船で沖に出ました。船ごとのグループで、1グループがシュノーケリングの間、もう1グループが軽食をとりました。
軽食はホットドッグやフルーツなど十分な量があり、美味しかったです。

シュノーケリングは、泳ぎに不安な家族がいたので一番最後に並びました。
皆より遅れていたので、遠くで「亀がいるよー」と聞こえましたがどうにも出来ず…。
船に戻った頃には、周りで浮き輪やボードで遊んでいる人と、船で休んでいる人がいました。
船ごとに自由時間が決まっているのかな?と、よくわからなかったのでひとまず休んでいたら、10分程で出発する時間になってしまいました。
遊ぶ時間が無かったのが残念です。シュノーケリング後に遊びたい方は先頭の方で泳いだ方がいいかもしれませんね。

グループで我々だけが亀を見れなかったらしく、それを知った船長さんが陸に戻るまでに少し付近を回ってくださいました。
残念ながら亀の姿は見れませんでしたが、気遣いが嬉しかったです。
帰りには用意していたチップを船長さんにお渡ししました。

この時期、日差しは強いですが水温が結構低いので、ラッシュガードやパーカを着て泳ぐことをお勧めします。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Heavenly Ocean Tour. Please come visit us again! We hope you encounter a honu next time!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。
ぜひ!また遊びにいらして下さいね。その時こそはホヌと遭遇出来ますように!

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Posted on: 2017/03/14
Activity Date: 2017/03/07

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We had a great time with the kids. 子供連れで楽しめました

Reviewed by: めーー

This was my second time participating. Last time I was pregnant, but this time I brought the child who was in my belly back then. I was a bit anxious about bringing my one-and-a-half-year-old, but they kindly lent us baby wetsuits and blankets on the boat for warmth, and everyone was very friendly, allowing us to enjoy as a family.

I walked to the sandbar holding my child. It was a manageable distance to carry them. Bringing a swim ring was a good idea; when I got tired of holding them, I let them float in it (laughs). We were able to see sea turtles up close, and my child was delighted. I was so happy when our family of three arrived at the sandbar.

Once we got out of the water, it was cold, so having a bath towel and a diaper change was essential. However, the bus back after getting off the boat was warm, making it comfortable enough for a deep sleep... it was so much fun!

今回が2回目の参加です。前回は妊娠中でしたが、今回はその時お腹にいた子供を連れて^ ^
1歳半の子供連れということで少し不安もありましたが、寒さ対策に船上でベビー用のウェットスーツや毛布を貸してくれたり、みなさん親切にしてくださって家族で楽しめました。
船からサンドバーまでは子供を抱いて歩きました。
抱っこしても無理のない距離です。スイマーバ持参で正解、抱っこ疲れたら浮かべてました(笑)
すぐそばで海ガメに会えて子供も喜んでました^ ^
家族3人でサンドバー到着したときは嬉しかったです^ ^

海から上がったら寒いのでバスタオルやオムツの替は必須です。ですが船を降りてからの帰りのバスは暖かくしてくれるので気持ちよくて爆睡…楽しかったです!

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. I'm really glad to hear that your children enjoyed it as well. Please come back and visit with your family again. Mahalo!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加いただいてありがとうございました。
お子様も楽しんで頂けて本当に良かったです。またご家族で遊びにいらしてくださいね。マハロ!

  • ウミガメに大喜び

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Activity Date: 2017/02/08

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 might be cold during the winter season. 冬の時期は寒いかもしれないですね

Reviewed by: カルア

When we arrived at the sandbar, we only played in the sea, so it might be cold. However, they lend you wetsuits for free! I had a lot more fun wearing one. All the staff were really entertaining; they helped us ride the surfboards and kept us engaged with stories. The water level was a bit high, so we couldn't see the beach, but it was still beautiful.

During my visit, the wind was strong, and snorkeling was canceled, but instead, they showed us a lot of turtles. It was so exciting! Even if you can't do one activity, they will definitely make sure you have fun, so I think you can participate with peace of mind.

サンドバーに到着すると海で遊ぶのみなので、寒いかもしれないです。でもウェットスーツを無料で貸してくれます!借りたほうが思いっきり楽しめました。スタッフの方は全員すごく面白くて、サーフボードに乗せてくれたりお話しで楽しませてくれたりします。少し海面が高かったのか砂浜は見られませんでしたが十分綺麗でした。
私の回は風が強くシュノーケリングがなくなりましたが、その代わりたくさんのカメを見せてくれました。大興奮でした。何か1つできなくても必ず楽しませてくれるので安心して参加できると思います。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour.
Since it's a tour in nature, we can't predict exactly how it will be on the day and time, but we always strive to ensure that everyone who participates is satisfied.
I'm glad to hear you enjoyed it. Please come back again. We look forward to welcoming you along with the sea turtles. Mahalo!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。
自然相手のツアーなのでその日その時間になってみないと判らないのですが、どんな時でもご参加頂いた皆様に満足して頂けるよう心がけてます。
楽しんで頂けて安心しました。また遊びに来て下さいね。カルア様のお越しをウミガメとともにお待ちしてます。マハロ!

  • スタッフの方々最高でした!

  • 色の変わり目が綺麗です。

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Activity Date: 2017/02/14

水中スクーター&マウナルア湾パラダイスサンドバーシュノーケリングクルーズ SUPなどのアクティビティも満喫!<英語クルー>

underwater scooter 水中スクーター

Reviewed by: Hawaiisurf

The underwater scooter experience is my second time, but no matter how many times I try it, it never fails to impress. Many fish came close, and a turtle also appeared. My whole family enjoyed it very much, and we look forward to doing it again next time.

水中スクーター体験は、2回目ですが何度体験しても、感動します。魚もたくさん近くに来てくれて、亀も来ました。家族みんなとても楽しめ、次回も再度お願いいたします。

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Activity Date: 2016/12/31

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 used it twice. We are a college student couple. 2回使いました。大学生カップルです。

Reviewed by: 親子丼

I couldn't find any areas of dissatisfaction; I think it's a very good tour. They speak Japanese, and both the pickup bus and the crew are easy to talk to. They also respond kindly to seasickness. However, the prices for motion sickness medication and GoPro rentals are a bit high (not compared to other companies).

不満な部分が見当たらず、非常に良いツアーだと思います。日本語は通じるし、迎えのバス、船員さん共に話しやすいです。船酔いにも優しく対応してくれます。ただ、酔い止め薬や、ゴープロの貸し出し値段はちょっと高いかな(他社との比較ではない)

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Aloha! This is our second Heaven's Ocean tour. Thank you.
Definitely! Looking forward to the third one.

アロハ!2度目の天国の海ツアーですね。ありがとうございます。
ぜひ!3度目。お待ちしてます。

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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>

Nature is wonderful. 自然は素晴らしい

Reviewed by: ひろさん

My first sandbar experience.
I researched the low tide periods in Japan and went during that time.
I think the conditions were really good.
It's amazing that such a shallow area can form offshore; it's something that wouldn't happen artificially, and nature is incredible.
It was great to be able to experience snorkeling so close by.
I was also able to take some nice photos that I can use for next year's New Year's card.

初めてのサンドバー。
日本で干潮の時期を調べて行きました。
すごく条件が良かった方だと思います。
沖合いにこんな浅瀬が出来るなんて 人工ではまず出来ないし自然は凄い。
シュノーケルもすぐ近くで体験出来良かったですね。
来年の年賀状にのせられる様な良い写真も撮れました。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. I'm really glad you were able to encounter such great conditions. I'm looking forward to next year's New Year's card!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーご参加ありがとうございます。
なかなか良いコンディションの日に遭遇出来たようで本当に良かったです。
来年の年賀状今から楽しみですね〜!

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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>

Really beautiful! 本当に綺麗!

Reviewed by: ren

We participated as a three-generation family. The sandbar was truly beautiful, and I felt like I could have looked at it all day, making it hard to leave. We were also able to see many sea turtles, which made the children very happy. However, since we participated in February, it was colder than expected, and the water was chilly, so we gave up on snorkeling. Even so, it was truly a tour that I’m glad we participated in.

家族3世代で参加しました。
サンドバーは本当に綺麗で1日中見ていたい気分になり、
帰るのが惜しかったです。
ウミガメもたくさん見ることができ、子供たちも大喜びでした。
ただ、参加時期が2月だったので思ったよりも寒く、水が冷たかったので、
シュノーケリングは諦めましたが、それを差し引いても本当に参加して良かったと
思えるツアーでした。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. It seems like it was a bit chilly that day. We hope you can enjoy snorkeling next time. We look forward to seeing you again!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーへご参加ありがとうございます。
この日はちょっぴり寒かったようですね。次回はシュノーケルも楽しんで頂けますように。お待ちしてます。

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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 was able to take a photo with a sea turtle! 海ガメと写真撮れました!

Reviewed by: ぴーちゃん

Clear skies! The ocean is so beautiful!
I was worried about whether I would see a sea turtle, but I did!
Everyone on the tour was friendly and really fun!
My husband participated in snorkeling, and since I can't swim, I didn't join, but during that time, they took care of those who couldn't participate by taking us on a cruise, which was really enjoyable!
When a sea turtle came close to the boat, we could freely get off the boat to see it, and other participants took pictures for us, making it a very fun time!
The BBQ lunch was also very delicious!
They talked with us until the end, and it went by in a flash!

快晴!海もとっても綺麗!
海ガメと会えるか心配でしたが、会えました(^^)
ツアーの皆さん、気さくでとっても楽しい方でした!
旦那さんはシュノーケリングに参加し、私は泳げないので参加しませんでしたが、その間、参加出来なかった人達をクルージングに連れてってくれたりと気遣ってくれて、とっても楽しかったです(^^)
海ガメが船に近付いてくると船から自由に降りて見に行けたり、他の参加者さんが写真を撮ってくれたりと、とても楽しい時間でした!
BBQランチもとても美味しかったです!
最後まで色々な話をしてくれて、あっという間でした(^^)

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Aloha! I'm really glad to hear that you enjoyed the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour!

アロハ〜!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアー楽しんで頂けたようで本当に嬉しいです

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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Awesome

Reviewed by: Gina

Such an incredible adventure! Definitely worth the money spent!

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Posted on: 2017/02/06
Activity Date: 2017/01/25

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 don't think there will be a second time. 2度目はないかな。

Reviewed by: yuuuuu

The weather was unfortunate.
For women, wearing a bright bikini really stands out in photos. You can take beautiful pictures.
However, during snorkeling, it felt stricter than other tours, as we had to line up and those who struggled with swimming or using the mask were scolded. The visibility wasn't very good either. It's better than in Japan, though...
There were many Japanese people, and since the guide was also Japanese, it felt quite cramped, lacking the sense of openness you might expect abroad. We set sail from Niso, and the other group seemed to have more fun, possibly because they had a foreign guide. It might also depend on luck.

天気が悪く残念でした。
女性の方は明るいビキニにすると写真映えはすごいです。綺麗に撮れますよ。
しかしシュノーケルは列になって進んだり、泳ぎが苦手な方や上手くマスクが使えない方が参加してしまうと怒られていたり、他のツアーよりも厳しい気がしました。透明度もあまりよくありません。日本よりはいいですが…。
日本人が多く、ガイドも日本人だったので、割とキチキチしていて海外の開放感は望めません。二曹で出航し、もう一つの方は外国人ガイドもいたからか、楽しそうでした。運もあるかもしれませんね。

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Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the tour the other day. I sincerely apologize if the tour felt a bit cramped. I may have been too focused on ensuring everyone's safety. Based on your valuable feedback, our staff will work hard to make the tour more enjoyable for everyone. Please come visit us again!

アロハ!先日はツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございました。
ツアーでは少し窮屈な気分にさせてしまったようで本当に申し訳ございません。皆様の安全を思うがあまりに力が入りすぎたのかもしれません。
Yuuuuu様からの貴重なご意見をもとにより皆様が楽しんで頂けるツアーであるようスタッフ一同頑張って行こうと思います。また遊びに来て下さいね。

  • 浅瀬はエメラルドグリーンで綺麗です。

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3-Hour Waikiki Deluxe Turtle Snorkel Sail with Lunch - Hawaii Nautical

Reefs, Turtles and Whales OH MY

Reviewed by: Michele & Mike

This tour was so much fun! We saw turtles, fish, whales and reefs.
The SCUBA divers were hogging the turtles but Lee took our GoPro down for a few close ups.
We were able to grab a few photos and videos with our cell phones while snorkeling.

  • Sea Turtle

  • Whale Tale

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Submarine Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Snorkeling Tour from Hawaii Kai

Underwater Scooters

Reviewed by: Kim H

FAAAAAABULOUS!! Great, casual way to spend a morning or afternoon. Plenty of snorkeling, splashing, swimming. You can relax on the boat or entertain yourself in the water while you wait for your ride. The people were fun, helpful, and organized. Fish were plentiful. The sea turtle was a special treat.

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Posted on: 2017/02/04
Activity Date: 2017/01/12

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 might be a little different & it's cold. 少し違うかも&寒い

Reviewed by: ここちゃん

I joined expecting the first image to match reality, but it was somewhat different when I actually went (I think January played a role in this). I had assumed there would be a sandy beach, but there wasn't. We first took a walk to the shallow area after getting off the boat. At that point, the water level was up to my backside. Although the weather was good due to it being the rainy season in January, it was still quite cold. I went in wearing a swimsuit, but I couldn't really immerse myself in the water. After the walk, we returned to the boat, but it was so cold that I had to wrap myself in a bath towel. After that, we had lunch, which was quite tasty. Then we went snorkeling. However, there was an announcement that those who couldn't swim should not participate, and since I couldn't swim, I stayed behind. But there were plenty of items to play with, like inflatable rings, bodyboards, and stand-up paddleboards, so I borrowed those and played in the shallow area. I think even those who aren't good at swimming can have a fulfilling experience. However, it was still cold. Everyone returning from snorkeling was shivering from the cold. I recommend participating during a warmer time of year. The guide was Japanese and easy to understand.

1枚目のイメージ写真を期待して参加したのですが実際行ってみて若干違うな。。と思いました(1月ってのも関係あると思います)てっきり砂浜があると思っていましたがなく、まず船から降りて浅い方まで散歩。降りた時点ではお尻あたりまで水位はありました。1月雨季とあって天気は良かったのですが、普通に寒いです。水着で入りましたがとても体をつけることはできませんでした。散歩終わって船に戻りますがバスタオルをかぶってないといけないほど寒かったです。そのあとははランチ。普通に美味しかったです。そのあとはシュノーケリングへ。ただし泳げない人は参加しない方が良いとのアナウンスがあり私は泳げなかったのでお留守番。ですが浮き輪やボディーボードやサップなど遊べるアイテムが充実しており、それを借りて浅いところで遊んでいました。なので泳ぎが得意ではない人でも充実していると思います。ただやはり寒いです。笑 シュノーケリングから帰ってくるひとたちはみんな寒くて震えていました。
参加するならもっと気温の高い時期をお勧めします。
ガイドも日本人でわかりやすかったです。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour. It was unfortunate that the tide didn't go out much during your visit. Since this is a tour that depends on nature, it can show various faces depending on the day and time. The weather is similar... Even in winter, there are days when it's warm enough to just wear a swimsuit... Please come back and visit us again! All of our staff are looking forward to that day. Mahalo!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーへご参加頂きありがとうございました。
ご参加頂いた時はあまり潮が引かなかったようで残念でしたね。自然相手のツアーのためその日その時間によって様々な表情になります。
天候も同様に。。。冬でも暖かくて水着だけでもOKな日もあるのですが。。。ぜひ!また遊びにお越し下さいませんか?
その日をスタッフ一同お待ちしております。マハロ!

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Beautiful sea. 綺麗な海

Reviewed by: san

It was around my ankles during low tide. I was disappointed as I was hoping to see the sandy beach, but the sea was beautiful and a sea turtle appeared, just as I had hoped. The lunch was delicious.

引き潮でくるぶしの辺りでした。
砂浜が現れるのを期待していましたので残念でしたが、海は綺麗でウミガメも現れてくれて、期待どうりでした。
ランチが美味しかったです。

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Aloha! I'm glad to hear that you enjoyed the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour as expected. Please come back and visit us again!

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーを期待通り楽しんで頂けて嬉しいです。
ぜひ!また遊びに来て下さいね。

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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>

It was good, but... 良かったけど…

Reviewed by: 旅好き

I decided on Captain Bruce after seeing various reviews. Although the weather was unfortunate, the guide and driver were pleasant, the pickup time was perfect, and the food was delicious and satisfying. ★
However, during the snorkeling explanation, there were many comments that raised concerns, which made even experienced snorkelers hesitant.
In reality, the difficulty level was very low, and the time spent was only about 20 minutes within sight.
I believe safety explanations are important since it involves life, but I chose this somewhat expensive tour expecting that kind of safety and service, so I was disappointed in that regard.
Next time, I will choose a different tour!

色々な口コミを見てこのキャプテンブルースに決めました。天気こそ残念でしたが、ガイドさんや運転手さんの感じも良く、お迎え時間もピッタリ、料理も美味しくて満足出来るものでした★
ただ、シュノーケルの説明の時に不安を掻き立てるような説明が多く、初心者はもちろん、経験者も見送りにしていたくらいです。
実際の難易度は非常に低く、目の届く範囲で時間も20分程度と短かったです。
命に関わることなので説明は大切だと思いますがそういった安全性やサービスも期待してこの少々割高なツアーを選んでいるのでそこが残念に思いました。
次回は別のツアーで‼︎

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Aloha! Thank you very much for participating in the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour the other day. I sincerely apologize for any anxiety you experienced during snorkeling. As you mentioned, it is indeed a matter of life and death. There are unfortunate incidents that occur every year due to the seemingly simple nature of snorkeling, resulting in the loss of precious lives. Our staff is committed to training and education, but it is still disappointing that you could not enjoy the snorkeling experience you were looking forward to. We take your valuable feedback seriously and will strive to choose our words carefully to ensure safety while also making your time enjoyable. If you have the opportunity, please come visit us again. Mahalo!

アロハ!先日はキャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂きまして本当にありがとうございました。
シュノーケルの際不安な思いをさせてしまいました事心よりお詫び申し上げます。確かにおっしゃって頂いているように命に関わる事です。
簡単そうに見えるが故による事故で毎年尊い命を失っているという事実もあり、スタッフも講習やトレーニングに取り組んでいる次第です、でもだからといってせっかく楽しみにして頂いていたシュノーケルにご参加頂けないのは残念な事です。
旅好き様から頂いた貴重な意見を真摯に受け止め、これからは言葉の一つ一つを選んで安全性はもちろんのこと皆様に撮って楽しいお時間になるようスタッフ一同取り組んで行きたいと思います。機会がありましたらぜひまた一度遊びにいらして下さいね。マハロ!

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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 time participating. 初めて参加

Reviewed by: ひとみ

I participated in this tour for the first time. The day was cloudy, it rained occasionally, and it was cold, so it took courage to get into the sea, but I managed to do it! Unfortunately, we couldn't see the sandbar, but we did encounter sea turtles! I was satisfied because I joined the tour to see sea turtles. The staff were all very kind, which made me feel at ease. I would love to join this tour again someday.

初めてこのツアーに参加しました。当日は雲っていて雨もたまに降り、寒くて海に入るのは勇気がいりましたが、頑張って入りました♪残念ながらサンドバーは見れませんでしたが、海ガメには遭遇出来ました♪私は海ガメに会いたくて参加したので満足でした☆スタッフの方も皆さん優しい方ばかりで安心しました。またいつかこちらのツアーに参加したいです。

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise Ocean Tour the other day. It was a bit cold that day, wasn't it? However, I was relieved to hear that you were able to encounter the sea turtles you wanted to see. Please come visit us again! I hope the weather will be wonderful on that day!

アロハ!先日はキャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加ありがとうございました。
この日は寒かったんですね。でも会いたかったウミガメに遭遇できたってお聞きしてちょっぴりほっとしました。
またぜひ遊びにいらしてくださいね。その日はう〜んと良いお天気になりますように!

  • 海ガメに遭遇♪

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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! 最高でした!

Reviewed by: ぴーやま

I participated in the morning session. Despite it being the rainy season, it was sunny, and I was able to see sea turtles while snorkeling. It was so much fun!! Also, the staff were very accommodating, and the lunch was delicious. Everything was fantastic!! I want to go again!!

午前の部に参加しました。
雨季にも関わらず晴れて、
シュノーケリングでは、ホヌもみれて
とても楽しかったです!!
また、スタッフの方達の対応も良くて
お昼ご飯も美味しかったし、
何もかも最高でした!!
また行きたいです!!

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. All of your photos are absolutely wonderful! Please come back and visit us again. We look forward to seeing you!

アロハ〜!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂いてありがとうございました。
どれもめちゃくちゃ良いお写真ですねっ!ぜひぜひまた遊びに来て下さい。お待ちしてます。

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Premium Ko Olina Snorkel Cruise with Dolphin Watching, Lunch Buffet & Drinks - Ocean Joy Cruises

Fantastic Trip!

Reviewed by: MeSoHappy

This was a great trip to go on. The check-in went smooth and the staff were friendly. The ocean was rough but the boat was so stable that I did not even get sea sick. While we were not able to go snorkeling because of this, we saw a whale and lots of dolphins! The morning sunshine made for a beautiful backdrop to the Waianae coastline. Ocean Joy is environmentally friendly to the dolphins and we normally would get to snorkel- just not with the dolphins since it disturbs them.

Our photographer gave everyone a 50% discount on our normally $40 photo package and the photos turned out great! We appreciated the treatment of the crew and everyone had fun even though we did not snorkel. Drinks and lunch were served and everything was tasty. I had fun and look forward to going with this crew again someday. Thanks to Veltra for a smooth confirmation process. It could not have been easier to book a fun outing.

  • The dolphins on 'sleep mode'.

  • The beautiful Waianae coast.

  • A whale!

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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

An amazing experience

Reviewed by: NJP

This is a must do in Honolulu! The service was great. They provided pick up and drop off service which really helped. Once you reach their office the staff explains the process in a very simplified way. On board the boat there were refreshments and the staff was very friendly :)

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Posted on: 2017/01/30
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水中スクーター&マウナルア湾パラダイスサンドバーシュノーケリングクルーズ SUPなどのアクティビティも満喫!<英語クルー>

Half-day tour with transportation included: Underwater scooter & Hawaii Kai Sandbar. Enjoy snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding too! / Recommended plan 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! / おすすめプラン

Reviewed by: yonto

I was able to see sea turtles and small fish up close with the underwater scooter. The stand-up paddleboarding was fun as the whole family could paddle while standing. The staff spoke Japanese, which made us feel at ease while having fun.

水中スクーターではウミガメ・小さな魚達を近くで見ることができました。スタンドアップパドルボードは家族全員立ってこげるようになり、楽しかったです。スタッフの方も日本語が話せる方だったので安心して遊ぶことができました。

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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 fun! ♡ 楽しかったです♡

Reviewed by: かかむ夫妻

There was a mix-up, and our pickup time was delayed, but thank you for your consideration until the end! I apologize as I think it was also because we arrived just in time.

I believe there were both local staff and Japanese staff present, and everyone had wonderful hospitality, creating a pleasant atmosphere on board throughout.

The weather wasn't very good and it was a bit cold, so I would like to try again during a warmer season next time. ^_^

手違いがあり、ピックアップ時間が遅れたのですが最後までお気遣いいただきありがとうございました!
私たちが時間ギリギリに行ってしまったせいもあると思うので申し訳なかったです。

スタッフさんは現地の方日本人の方両方いらっしゃると思いますが、どの方もホスピタリティが素晴らしく船上は終始和やかな雰囲気でした。

お天気があまり良くなく少し寒かったので、次回は暖かい時期に再挑戦したいです^_^

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Aloha! Thank you for joining the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea Tour. I sincerely apologize for any concerns caused during the pickup. I heard it was a bit chilly this time. I hope that next time you join us, you'll be blessed with truly Hawaiian weather. We look forward to welcoming the Kakamu couple again.

アロハ!キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアーにご参加頂きましてありがとうございました。
ピックアップではご心配をおかけしまして本当に申し訳ございませんでした。
今回は少し寒かったとの事。次回のご参加の際はう〜んとハワイらしい天気に恵まれますように。かかむ夫妻様のお越しをお待ちしております。

  • 亀さん

  • 綺麗な海

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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Fun morning

Reviewed by: D & J

Was lots of fun - the divers/guides with us were great. Only negative was that it was a little choppy on the day and my husband ended up getting seasick while waiting for others to complete their turn. This though ended up a positive as it helped with bringing more fish closer to the boat! Next time we would be more prepared and take seasick tablets beforehand. Also I had tried scuba diving in the past and had problems "equalizing", thus could not move far from the diving platform. The underwater scooter experience has helped me overcome my previous fears of underwater adventures. An awesome time was had despite the seasickness.

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Activity Date: 2016/12/20

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

I wasn't able to go snorkeling. シュノーケリングさせてもらえず

Reviewed by: プンプン

It was written that snorkeling could be done during the waiting time, and although it was more expensive than other sites without snorkeling, I applied thinking I could snorkel as well. In reality, the explanation was insufficient, and the guide who could somewhat speak Japanese was unfriendly. There were no prior instructions for the underwater scooter, so I ended up not knowing when to snorkel. I would like a refund for the snorkeling fee.

待ち時間にシュノーケリングが出来ると書いてあり、他社サイトのシュノーケリング無しより高かったがシュノーケリングも出来ると思い、申し込みました。
実際は説明も不十分ですし、日本語がなんとなく話せるガイドは感じ悪く、水中スクーターの事前の順番の指示もない為、シュノーケリングをするタイミングがわからいまま、終了しました。
シュノーケリング代分返して欲しいです。

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Thank you very much for participating in the tour. However, I sincerely apologize for not being able to provide you with satisfactory service.

I have confirmed the details with the local operating company. As mentioned in a separate email, the briefing on the day was conducted by a Japanese captain, who explained that during the briefing at the beginning of the tour, guests could freely enter the water and enjoy snorkeling during the time they were not on the scooter. Unfortunately, it seems that this explanation did not reach all guests that day, and I am truly sorry that you were unable to enjoy the snorkeling you were looking forward to. I also deeply apologize for any discomfort caused by the attitude of the instructor who spoke Japanese. Please understand that since many guests are enjoying snorkeling freely, the instructor may prioritize ensuring the safety of the guests.

We take your feedback seriously and, together with the operating company, will strive to improve our services in the future.

Thank you very much for your valuable feedback despite your busy schedule.
VELTRA Customer Support Team

この度は、ツアーにご参加いただき誠にありがとうございます。
しかしながら、ご満足いただけるサービスを提供できませんでしたこと、心よりお詫び申し上げます。

今回の内容を現地催行会社に確認させていただきました。別途メールでもお送りさせていただきましたが、当日の説明等は日本人のキャプテンが行っており、通常ツアーのはじめに行われるブリーフィングの際に、スクーターに乗っていないお時間を利用して自由に海に入りシュノーケリングをお楽しみいただける旨をご説明させていただいているとのことでございました。この日はすべてのお客様に説明が行き届かなかったようで、せっかく楽しみにされていたシュノーケリングをお楽しみいただけず誠に申し訳ございませんでした。また日本語が話せるインストラクターの態度により、不快な思いをさせてしまい深くお詫び申しあげます。多くのお客様が自由にシュノーケリングを行っておりますため、インストラクターはお客様の安全の確保を優先させていただく場合がございますことご了承ください。

お客様からのお言葉を真摯に受け止め、催行会社共々、今後さらなるサービス向上に努めてまいります。

お忙しい中、貴重なご投稿を賜りまして、誠にありがとうございました。
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BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Very fun!

Reviewed by: HI Convert

Had a great time! As others have said, lots of wait time but you can spend it sunning or snorkeling. We had read the other reviews and knew to take Dramamine. Many others had not and felt sick. We felt great and would recommend this activity. Bought the photo video combo. Great work - only disappointment was we were missing solo wife pics. Still a great value.

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Packages: BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2017/01/19
Activity Date: 2017/01/18
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