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While my friends and I were in Oahu, we knew we wanted to go kayaking. We were considering maybe just renting kayaks in Waikiki where we were staying, but we were concerned about just how crowded Waikiki Beach can get. My friend found this kayaking trip at Kailua Beach and we were sold. For about $80 we received kayak rentals, snorkel gear, lunch, and shuttle service. This kayaking adventure was definitely worth it! The staff were all extremely welcoming and helpful, and the water was absolutely beautiful. I am so glad we were able to discover Kailua Beach. When I read that this trip included lunch, I expected a paper bag lunch, something like sandwiches and chips. But in reality we were given a coupon that was redeemable at four locations by the kayaking shop. We chose to have pizza at Bob's, which was delicious and filling. We did this on our last day in Oahu, so it was a great ending to our vacation.

Hi,

I had such an amazing time on their cruise!! First of all, the staff were all amazing. They were funny, welcoming, and most importantly, love their job! They really went out of their way to ensure that we had a fantastic time! And, the food was amazing! Maybe it's about eating on the boat after swimming, but regardless, it was really good!

This cruise also gives us ample time to really explore the area... it goes to sandbar, a place where green turtles gather, and finally an hour of snorkeling by the reef. They were all amazing experiences, and I would say that it is a MUST for anyone traveling to Hawaii!

Thank you, Captain Bob and his crew!

Masumi

Since it was lunchtime, I thought the depth would be about knee-high, and although there was only a small amount of sand, it was definitely there! I think it's best to check the timing, and also, since it can get murky, I believe not splashing around will help you take nicer photos!

お昼だったので、深さは膝くらいなのかなとおもったら、砂もほんの一部だったですがしっかり出てました！
ベストなタイミングを調べて、さらに、濁ってしまうので、バチャバチャしないほうがキレイに写真が撮れると思います！

I have been to Hawaii over 30 times, but I always travel individually. This time, since my daughter came along, I participated in a tour for the first time. It was great that there was a Japanese guide, so my daughter could enjoy herself comfortably.

ハワイには30回以上来ていますが、いつも個人旅行。今回は娘も一緒ということで初めてツアーに参加。日本語ガイドもいて娘も安心して楽しめよかったです。

I was very anxious because I can't swim. I couldn't enjoy snorkeling at Hanauma Bay the day before because I can't swim. However, snorkeling in water that was deep enough that I couldn't touch the bottom allowed me to float and see beautiful fish, making it a life-changing experience. It's okay even if you can't swim. I think you can have a wonderful experience. If I have the opportunity, I would definitely like to participate again.

私は、泳げないのでとても不安でした。前日ハナウマ湾でのシュノーケルも泳げないため楽しむことができませんでした。でも、足のつかないほどの深さでのシュノーケルは、うくことができ、綺麗な魚も見ることが出来人生観が変わるほどの体験をすることが出来ました。泳げない人でも大丈夫。素晴らしい経験が出来ると思います。機会があれば、また是非参加したいです。

"It wasn't the oldest company that boasts 'we dock at the shallowest spot!' but it was more than enough!

That said, if you go on an afternoon trip without checking the tide times, you might be a bit dissatisfied, so I think it's better to check the best dates and times within your schedule before making a reservation.

The buses for the round trip are a mix of nationalities, but there are two boats, one with English and the other with Japanese. The man guiding us on the bus spoke only in English, but he spoke very slowly and clearly, so even I, who can't hold a conversation, understood about half of it! On the boat, a Japanese guide provided all the explanations, which was reassuring.

Personally, what I regretted was that after coming up from snorkeling, they rinse you off with fresh water, but even though I was trying to keep my hair dry, the moment I stepped up the stairs, I got drenched from head to toe. It felt nice though..."

「一番浅いところに着岸します！」がウリの老舗さんでは
ありませんでしたが、十分でした！

とはいえ、満潮・干潮調べずに午後便とかで行ってしまったら
ちょっと不満だったでしょうから、
ちゃんと日程の中でベストな日時をチェックして申込みをされたほうが良いと思います。

行き帰りのバスは多国籍混載ですが、
船は2つで、片方が英語・片方が日本語と分かれていました。
バスでの案内をしてくれるおじさんはすべて英語ですが、
すごーくゆっくり、わかりやすい英語を話してくれるので、
会話のできない私でも半分くらいはわかりました！
船では日本人ガイドさんがすべての説明をしてくれるので安心です。

個人的に「しまったー」だったのが、
シュノーケルからあがった後、真水をかけてくれるんですが
髪の毛ぬらさないようにしてたのに
階段からあがった瞬間頭から「ざばー」でした。
気持ちよかったですけどね･･･

It didn't matter at all!!
Before going, I wondered if Captain Bruce would be good... but in the end, the boat docked right next to us, and the destination was nature!
As the name "Sand Bar" suggests, the land stretches wide and flat, so there's no way you can't land.
(There may be times when there’s no land due to high tide, but I think that applies to any tour.)

Anyway, I'm so glad I went on this tour!
The sea was simply beautiful!!
We were blessed with great weather and saw a wonderful gradient!
It felt like I could walk forever.
And no matter how far I went, I wasn't stopped or called back; it was an incredibly free tour, and I was very satisfied!

The crew was also wonderful,
with a perfect Japanese-speaking lady who taught us about the mainland U.S. and a handsome captain with excellent photo services!
After asking the captain for tips on how to meet sea turtles and going snorkeling, I was able to swim alone with a large elder turtle covered in moss!!
I occasionally see turtles while diving, but I've never seen one that big before!! It was so moving!!
Thank you, Captain!

I would love to participate again if I have the chance! ✨

関係ありませんでした！！
私自身、行く前はキャプテンブルースが良いのかな…と思ったりもしましたが、
結局船はすぐ隣に付きましたし、目的地は自然！
サンド「バー」というだけあって、棒状に横に広ーく陸地が続いているので、
上陸できない…なんてこともないです。
(満潮で陸地がないことはありますが、それはどこのツアーでも同条件になると思います)

とにかく、このツアーで行ってよかった！
ひたすらに、美しい海！！
天気にも恵まれ素晴らしいグラデーションを見られました！
どこまででも歩いていけそうです。
そして、どこまで行っても止められたり呼び戻されたりもしない、
すごーく自由なツアーで私は大満足でした！

クルーもとっても素敵で、
アメリカ本土のことも教えてくださる日本語カンペキなお姉さんと、
写真サービスが素晴らしいイケメンキャプテン！
キャプテンにウミガメに会えるコツを聞いてからシュノーケリングに臨んだら、
甲羅が苔だらけの大きな長老カメと二人っきりで泳ぐことができました！！
ダイビングなどでもカメには時折会いますが、
後にも先にもあんなに大きいカメは初めて見ました！！感動！！
キャプテン、ありがとう！

また機会があれば参加したいです！✨

This is my fourth time at Heaven's Ocean, and it was the best weather I've experienced so far, which made it a lot of fun!

I participated with four family members and four colleagues, and we were able to see several sea turtles. During snorkeling, the turtles came very close to us, and the weather was great with the clearest water I've seen in years. Even my colleagues who were there for the first time said it was amazing.

The lunch burgers were delicious, and I definitely want to participate again next year!

天国の海は4回目ですが今迄で最高の天気で楽しかったです(^^)

家族4人と同僚4人で参加しましたが海亀は何匹も見れたりシュノーケルではすぐ真下近くまで海亀が近づいて来たり、天気も良く海の透明度もここ数年では最高だったので、初めての同僚も最高と言っていました。

ランチのハンバーガーも美味しく是非来年も参加したいです(^^)

The two women in their forties were very satisfied with the delicious champagne they enjoyed in the green room (＾－＾). While savoring pinchos, they had a blissful time when, surprisingly, Presley came to visit, and they took a commemorative photo, making their luxurious time fly by!(^^)!

Next, they were guided backstage. The explanations were in English, but they spoke slowly, making it easy to understand. They explained the stage equipment and props, and they even took a commemorative photo wearing part of the costumes used in the hula—what a great experience!

The meal included lobster, steak, and salmon, and the portions were ample (＾ｕ＾). They didn't have high expectations for the taste, but everything was delicious☆ They finished the wine they had reserved in advance, and the women in their forties were soon overcome by sleepiness, but the show started right away (*^_^*). Sitting in the center of the front row, they were mesmerized by the performances of Presley, Gaga, and Michael. The hula and fire dance were also wonderful, and they were captivated. After the show, there was a photo opportunity with the stars and cast, and of course, they lined up for a snapshot★

It was a fun time in Hawaii! Several colleagues are traveling to Hawaii this summer, so I recommended this tour to them.

グリーンルームで頂いたシャンパンのおいしさにアラフォー女子二人は大満足（＾－＾）ピンチョスを頂きながら至福の時を過ごしていると、な・ん・と・プレスリーが訪問してくれ記念写真を撮り贅沢な時間はあっという間に終了!(^^)!
次は舞台裏を案内していただきました。説明は英語ですがゆっくり言ってくれるのでわかりやすかったです。舞台装置の説明や道具を説明してくれ、フラで使用する衣装の一部をつけて記念写真を撮ったり、いい体験でした！
食事はロブスター、ステーキ、サーモンなどボリュームは十分（＾ｕ＾）味は期待していなかったけど、すべておいしかったです☆事前に予約したワインも飲み干し出来上がったアラフォーは睡魔に襲われましたがすぐにショーが始まりました(*^_^*)最前列の真ん中でプレスリー、ガガ、マイケルのパフォーマンスにうっとり。フラやファイヤーダンスも素敵で見入ってました。ショーが終わるとスターやキャストとの写真撮影があり勿論列にならんでパチリ★
ハワイでの楽しい時間となりました！今年の夏休みはハワイ旅行をする同僚が数人いるのでこのツアーをおすすめしました。

I finally got to visit the sandbar that I had wanted to go to for a long time. The Japanese guide was very friendly and fun, and we were able to take family photos in various poses at the sandbar, which became a wonderful memory! It was also great for my second grader to practice snorkeling in the shallow waters around the sandbar. We even got to see a large sea turtle, making it the best day ever!

ずっと行きたかったサンドバーに、ついに行くことが、できました。日本人ガイドの方も、とても気さくで楽しくて、サンドバーでは、色々なポーズの家族写真を撮って頂けて、とても良い記念になりました！
2年生の子供にとっては、サンドバー辺りの浅瀬でシュノーケルの練習ができたのも、よかったです。大きな海亀にも会え、最高の1日が過ごせました！

I was very satisfied with the beautiful sea.

I was able to see dolphins, but I couldn't swim with them.

I also encountered sea turtles and was happy to see them swimming.
It ended in the blink of an eye!

とても綺麗な海で大満足。

イルカを見ることは出来ました。
一緒には泳げませんでした。

海亀にも出会えて、泳ぐ姿を見ることが出来て
幸せでした。
あっという間に終わりました！

I was satisfied with everything: the scenery, the crew's service, the hamburgers, and the safety measures during snorkeling. I was also happy to see several turtles coming up for air. My first time in Hawaii has become a wonderful memory.

景色・船員のサービス・ハンバーガ・シュノーケルの際の安全対策等、全てに満足でした。息継ぎをしに来たカメを何匹も見れたことも嬉しい。初めてのハワイ　良い思い出となりました。

The children (a 4th grader, a 2nd grader, and a 3-year-old) were able to enjoy themselves thoroughly. The snorkeling guide was very kind, and it seems the kids had a great time as well.

子供(小学生4年と2年、3歳)で十分楽しむことができました。シュノーケルもガイドの方が親切に接してくれて、子供たちも楽しめたようです。

Super Ambassador was the way to go! Loved everything about it, even the little rain shower

In July, I participated in a turtle watching cruise tour that included lunch. In the morning, we relaxed at a sandbar, had lunch, watched the turtles, and then went snorkeling. There were people who spoke Japanese, so I was able to enjoy a fun time without worry.

However, there was no place to change, so I felt like I had to get on the bus while still wet. It might be a good idea to bring extra towels and be careful not to catch a cold on the bus.

7月にウミガメウォッチングクルーズランチ付のツアーに参加しました。
午前中は、サンドバーでのんびりし、ランチを挟んでウミガメを見て、その後シュノーケリングをしました。日本語を話せる人もいたし、安心して楽しい時間を過ごせました。

ただ、着替える場所がないため、帰りのバスは濡れたまま乗る感じでした。
多めにタオルをもって、バスの中で風邪をひかないよう気を付けたほうがいいかもしれません。

- It's close to the stage, but since it's just one table away, it's not that different.
- You can receive a lei made of fresh flowers.
- You can go get your food early during the meal.

So, honestly, a regular seat is perfectly fine. The food is the same. The show was absolutely wonderful.
I received a message that the meeting time is at 5 PM, but the doors open at 5 PM and the show starts around 6 or 7 PM, so I think it would be better to arrive a bit later to avoid the line at the entrance.

ーステージに近い、でもテーブル1個分なのでそんなに違わない
ー生の花のレイがもらえる
ー食事のとき早めに取りに行ける

なので、正直普通の席で問題ありません。食事も同じ。
ショーはとっても素晴らしかったです。
集合時間17時と連絡ありますが、開場が17時でショーは18時、19時くらいから始まるので
ちょっとずらしてきたほうが入口の行列に並ばなくてすむとおもいます。

This time, I checked the tide schedule in advance and made a reservation.

On the day of the trip, unfortunately, the weather was terrible with heavy rain... We boarded the boat and first went to see the sea turtles. The sandbar we saw on the way to see the sea turtles was very beautiful. We were able to see several sea turtles, which was great.

After that, we headed to the sandbar... Huh?? The part of the sandbar that was above the water was much narrower than what we saw on the way to see the turtles??? While we were looking at the sea turtles, the tide came in over time, and we couldn't see the sandbar as much as we had hoped. On top of that, the weather was unfortunate...

I checked the tide schedule and chose a day with a big tide, but I learned that the timing of low tide is also very important. I hope there will be a day when I can try again.

今回、予め潮順をみて申込みました。

当日は、あいにくのお天気でどしゃぶり・・・
船に乗り、最初にウミガメを見に行きました。
ウミガメを見に行く際に見えたサンドバーは、とても綺麗に見えました。
ウミガメは、何匹も見えてとても良かったです。

その後、サンドバーへ。。。
あれれ？？カメを見に行く途中に見えたサンドバーよりもかなり海面に出ている部分が狭くなっている？？？
ウミガメを先に見に行っている間に、時間の経過とともに潮が満ちてきて思っていたほどのサンドバーを見ることができませんでした。
そのうえあいにくのお天気・・・

潮順を見て、大潮の日を選んで申し込みましたが、やはり干潮の時間もとても大事なことを知りました。
いつかまたリベンジできる日があるといいです。

Sea turtle watching, going down to the sea for photo time, returning to the boat once to put on snorkeling gear, and heading back to the sea again. We had plenty of time and really enjoyed it. I had checked the low tide times on the website, so everything was perfect. When we were leaving, the afternoon tour group was arriving, but the sandy beach had already sunk, so I think it's essential to check the tide schedule before booking! We saw a lot of fish, and my husband was very satisfied. I only used a digital camera on the boat and took photos with my iPhone covered. Many people were without cameras on the water, but the scenery is so beautiful that I think it's worth bringing one. You can't press the shutter underwater, but I was able to capture a lot of fish on video. Tips are not forcibly requested; I think a small amount is fine. We were able to return to the hotel by 11:30, so we made good use of our time. I definitely want to recommend this to my friends!

海亀ウォッチング、海へ降りて写真タイム、1度船へ戻りシュノーケリング装着してもう1度海へ。
時間も十分とっていただいており、満喫できました。
サイトで干潮時間も調べていたのでバッチリでした。
帰る時、午後のツアーの方が来られていましたが、もう砂浜は沈んでしまっていたので、申込前に必ず満ち引きを調べた方がいいと思います！
魚もたくさん見れて、旦那も大満足でした。
デジカメは船上だけにして、iPhoneカバーつけて写真撮影しました。
水上ではカメラ無しの方も多かったですが、本当に景色が綺麗なのでぜひ用意した方がいいと思います。
水中はシャッターが押せませんが、ムービーでたくさん魚を撮影できました☆
チップは無理に要求もされません。気持ち程度で大丈夫だと思います。
しっかり11:30にホテルに戻れたので時間も有効活用できました。
ぜひ友人にもおすすめしたいと思います♪

The wonderful views from the sandbar and the sea turtle watch were amazing. The BBQ lunch was a hamburger, but it was a very delicious burger. Above all, encountering sea turtles while snorkeling was the highlight. Swimming with the sea turtles I had longed for was absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend it. The guides were also friendly and likable. Thank you very much.

サンドバーの素晴らしい景色とウミガメウォッチ。BBQランチはハンバーガーでしたがとても美味しいバーガーでした。なにより本格的シュノーケルでウミガメに遭遇。念願のウミガメと泳げたことが最高によかったです。絶対お勧めです。
ガイドの皆さんもフレンドリーで好感がもてます。ありがとうございました。

When we arrived at the port, it was slightly rainy and chilly, and I was a bit worried, but after a few minutes on the boat, the blue sky appeared! We were able to see manta rays, which we usually don't get to see, and I thoroughly enjoyed snorkeling until the very end. I was very satisfied!

港に到着した時は若干小雨で肌寒く、大丈夫かなぁと心配したのですが、いざ船に乗って何分かすると青空に！普段は見られないマンタも見ることができ、シュノーケリングは最後まで楽しみ大満足でした！

The sandbar had great weather and was fantastic.
The tide was about 10 centimeters below my knees, so the beach didn't appear, but I was able to practice snorkeling, which was good.
The hamburger for lunch was incredibly delicious!!
They grilled the patty (probably from Costco) on the boat, and it was juicy and tasty.
I saw a decent amount of fish while snorkeling, and they were keeping a proper watch, so I had no concerns about safety.

サンドバーは天気も良く、最高でした。
潮位はちょうどひざ下10センチくらいだったので砂浜が現れることはなかったのですが、シュノーケリングの練習ができたので良かったです。
お昼のハンバーガーが激うま！！
パティ（多分コストコの）を船上で焼いてくれたのですが、ジューシーで美味しかったです。
シュノーケリングではまあまあお魚も見れたし、きちんと監視してくれてるので安全面にも不安はありませんでした。

Our guide, Clifton, was great. He was knowledgable and very friendly. He was quick with a joke or light comment to keep the hot, sunny day light and fun.
The cultural center was well kept and full of beautiful and informative displays.
We enjoyed the entertainment and the food at the luau and "Ha" was beautiful. The dancing was amazing.

We had dinner as a couple on July 6th. From the appetizers to the soup, main course, and dessert, we thoroughly enjoyed the beautifully crafted dishes and were very satisfied. The menu composition and portion sizes were just right, allowing us to savor each course without feeling overly full, which can often be the case with dinners abroad. The delicate flavors of the appetizers and soup were particularly noteworthy. We definitely want to visit again.

7月6日ディナーを夫婦で利用しました。
前菜からスープ、メインそしてドルチェに至るまで非常に趣向を凝らした料理を満喫でき、
大変満足しました。メニュー構成、分量も丁度よく、ともすれば満腹感だけが印象に残りがちな海外でのディナーですが、最後までゆっくりと味わうことができました。
特に前菜とスープの繊細な味わいは特筆もの。
また是非利用したいと思います。

Best snorkeling and snuba ever!!! Been in this boat three times. Crew is wonderful and so is the lunch!!! Highly recommend.

Great tour guide, food was good (Poke) and something we had never tried before. Wish their was more variety. A visit to the Aloha food truck would have been a bonus. The Hawaiian Plantation Village was a good experience learning about Hawaiian cultural history and the history of how different foods made it to the islands.

The beautiful sea stretched endlessly, and it was so healing ❤️ I was able to see not only sea turtles but also manta rays. Snorkeling with the southern fish was the best! With the crew's accurate advice, I had a wonderful time.

綺麗な海がどこまでも続いていて癒されました❤️
ウミガメはもちろん、マンタにも会えたし
南の魚とのシュノーケリングはサイコーです！
クルーの方の的確なアドバイスのもと、
楽しい時間を過ごせました

This tour has so many highlights. I was impressed when we landed on the sandbar (it was really beautiful!), and I was thrilled to spot a sea turtle popping its head up in a spot filled with them. Snorkeling at the coral reef was also amazing, and above all, the burgers grilled on the boat were the best!

見どころがいっぱいのツアーです。サンドバー（本当にきれい！）に上陸した時も感動したし、ウミガメのたくさんいるスポットで、顔を出したウミガメを発見できて感動。サンゴ礁でのシュノーケリングも最高だったし、何より船の上で焼いてくれるハンバーガーが最高でした。

My partner and me really enjoyed on this cruise. Beautiful dinner, very helpful friendly crew and could see romantic sunset. I have joined this cruise 3rd times. every time never have any disappoint!! We are middle age couple. this cruise is great for family, girls group, boys group, big group, young people and old people everyone as well!!

We had dinner as a couple on July 6th. From the appetizers to the soup, main course, and dessert, we thoroughly enjoyed the beautifully crafted dishes and were very satisfied. The menu composition and portion sizes were just right, allowing us to savor each course without feeling overly full, which can often be the case with dinners abroad. The delicate flavors of the appetizers and soup were particularly noteworthy. We definitely want to visit again.

7月6日ディナーを夫婦で利用しました。
前菜からスープ、メインそしてドルチェに至るまで非常に趣向を凝らした料理を満喫でき、
大変満足しました。メニュー構成、分量も丁度よく、ともすれば満腹感だけが印象に残りがちな海外でのディナーですが、最後までゆっくりと味わうことができました。
特に前菜とスープの繊細な味わいは特筆もの。
また是非利用したいと思います。

I chose the shorter option since I was with my 70-year-old mother, but we had a great time! We saw plenty of sea turtles, and the sandbar was truly beautiful!!! I highly recommend this tour.

70歳の母と一緒だったので短い時間のほうにしましたが、十分に楽しめました！
海亀も沢山見れてサンドバーは本当に綺麗！！！
オススメのツアーです。