All Reviews for Recommended for Kids 2-4

The sandbar felt better during low tide.

The sea wasn't very clear, possibly due to the rain the day before.

Despite that, I think it was great to encounter a sea turtle.

サンドバーは
もう少し干潮が良かった感じです。

海は前の日に雨が降ったせいか
若干透明度が良くなかったです。

その中でもウミガメに出会えた事は
良かったと思います。

My two friends and I had an amazing time. The crew was amazing, friendly, informative, interactive, talked a lot with the participants, very engaging and informative about the wildlife. We’ll do it again for sure! Time flew, it was over before we knew it! ... snorkeling was great, paddle boarding exceptional, and just relaxing on the giant blue floating mat was the best! Will definitely do again!

This was my third time participating, but it was the first time I felt so close to the dolphins. Last time, I could only see them from a distance, but this time, the dolphins swam slowly right beneath us, and even the kids who were participating for the first time in Hawaii were thrilled. I think it became a wonderful memory.

３回目の参加でしたが、今回ほどイルカを近くに感じたのは初めてです。前回は遠くに見えただけでしたが、私達の真下をゆっくり泳いでいくイルカに、初ハワイで初参加の子も大感激でした。いい思い出になったと思います。

We participated as a couple. We took a shuttle bus to the port and transferred to a boat to the sandbar. The scenery was truly breathtaking. We were blessed with good weather and enjoyed snorkeling and paddleboarding. During snorkeling, we were able to see fish playing around the corals and even spotted a sea turtle up close, which was moving. On the boat while it was anchored, there were plenty of snacks, apples, and drinks, so we didn't have to worry about getting hungry. The staff were all very friendly, which made the tour even more enjoyable. However, this tour had mostly Japanese participants (there were also people from Taiwan and Korea), but the explanations about how to spend time in the sea and safety instructions were only in English. After the English explanation, they asked those who didn't understand to raise their hands, and a Japanese staff member provided explanations in Japanese as a service. On another optional tour, they always provided explanations in Japanese along with the English ones, so that was a bit disappointing. Overall, it was really fun to experience a different side of Hawaii than Honolulu. I definitely recommend participating when you go to Hawaii.

夫婦で参加させていただきました。
送迎バスで港に行き、船に乗り換えサンドバーへ。
まさに絶景でした。
天候にも恵まれシュノーケリング、ボードを楽しみました。
シュノーケリングではサンゴと戯れる魚、そしてウミガメを近くで見ることもでき、感動しました。
係留中の船内にはスナック菓子やりんご、ドリンクがたくさんあり、小腹が空いても安心でした。
スタッフの皆さんもとてもフレンドリーで、よりツアーを楽しめました。
ただ、今回のツアーはほとんどが日本人(台湾・韓国の方もいらっしゃいました)だったのですが、海での過ごし方や注意事項の説明は英語のみでした。
英語説明終了後、「はい、わからなかった人。(船に)残って」と挙手をさせて、日系人スタッフからサービスのように日本語での説明がありました。
別のオプショナルツアーでは、英語説明と一緒に必ず日本語で説明してくれたので、その点だけは残念でした。
総合的にはホノルルとは違ったハワイが味わえ、本当に楽しかったです。
ハワイに行った時は是非参加していただきたいと思います。

I used this service for my honeymoon in late September. We quickly arrived at the sandbar by boat from the port. During the boat ride, the staff provided explanations. The main language was English, but they also kindly explained in Japanese, which made me feel very reassured. (There were probably about three Japanese couples participating.)

I checked the tide levels before making the reservation, but fortunately, the sky was clear, and the water depth at the sandbar was just right. First, we put on life jackets and swam in relatively deep, beautiful coral reefs. We were able to see sleeping sea turtles, the staff attracted fish for us, and we even got to touch starfish. My wife, who can't swim, was able to enjoy herself without worry. The sea was, of course, beautiful.

After returning to the shallow area, we were able to take wonderful pictures with stunning views. When we got back to the boat, they had coffee, juice, snacks, and apples prepared, so we could take a break if we got tired. The staff were all smiling and supported us in having a great time. It became a lifelong memory. I definitely want to participate again when I come back to Hawaii!!!

Thank you, everyone! One piece of advice: the round-trip bus has very strong air conditioning, so it might be good to have something to wear over your shoulders!

9月下旬に新婚旅行で利用いたしました。
港からサンドバーへはボートであっという間に着きました。ボートで向かってる間にスタッフさんから説明があります。基本は英語ですが、日本語での説明も丁寧にしてくださいましたので、とても安心できました。(おそらく日本人の方は3組くらい参加していました)
一応潮の満ち引きは予約前に確認はしましたが、幸い空は快晴で、サンドバーの水深もちょうど良かったです。
まず、ライフジャケットを付けて、比較的最新の深いサンゴ礁を泳ぎました。眠っているウミガメを見れたり、スタッフさんが魚を寄せてくれたり、ヒトデを触らせてくれたりもしました。泳げない妻でも安心して楽しめました。海はもちろん綺麗です。
浅瀬に戻ってからは、SAPで素晴らしい景色とたくさん写真を撮ることができました。
ボートに戻るとコーヒーやジュース、スナック菓子、林檎など用意してくれているので、疲れたら休憩することが出来ます。
スタッフさんも皆さんニコニコで、こちらが楽しむことをサポートしてくれます。
一生の思い出になりました。またハワイに来たら是非とも参加したいです！！！
皆さんありがとうございました！！
一つアドバイスですが、往復のバスはエアコンがめちゃめちゃ効いてるので、羽織るものはあった方がいいかも！

Really friendly staff and fun! Loved all activities…specially snorkeling!!

I joined a sandbar tour because I wanted to see the beautiful ocean. When the English guidance started, I was a bit worried, but they kindly explained everything again in Japanese. Finally, we arrived at the sandbar. It seemed like everyone was good at swimming, as it naturally led to snorkeling, and we all went into the water in our swimsuits. Since neither my husband nor I can swim, we waited in the shallow area of the sandbar, and the instructor brought a float for us to hold onto while pulling us towards the deeper water. Looking into the ocean, we saw so many beautiful fish swimming around, and a large turtle swam right underneath us. It was a truly magical experience. I am grateful to the instructor who gently guided us through the stunning ocean, making it the best memory of our 10-day trip to Hawaii.

素敵な海を見たくて参加したサンドバーのツアー。英語でのガイダンスが始まった時はどうしようかと思いましたが、ちゃんと日本語でも改めて説明してくれました。そしていよいよサンドバーに到着。皆さん泳ぎは得意なのか、当然のようにシュノーケリングをする流れになり、水着で海の中に。私たち夫婦は2人とも泳げないことから、サンドバーの浅瀬で待っていると、インストラクターの方が浮棒を持ってきて、掴まりながら深い海の方まで引っ張っていただきました。海の中を覗くと、とても綺麗な魚がたくさん泳いでいて、そして、大きな亀が真下を横切る。とても幻想的な時間が流れました。期待以上の美しい海の中を、優しく案内していただいたインストラクターの方に感謝。10日間のハワイ旅行の中で一番の思い出になりました。

My wife and I participated together. We checked the tide level of the sandbar in advance and chose a day with relatively shallow tides to plan our trip and tour schedule. The tide level when we participated was about 60 cm, allowing us to enjoy the atmosphere of the sandbar. Whether walking or swimming, it takes about 5 minutes to reach the sandbar area. Outside the sandbar area, the water gets deeper, and there are corals, where we went snorkeling. We encountered many beautiful fish and sea turtles. It was very moving to see a large sea turtle sleeping on the seabed and three smaller sea turtles swimming together. We were very satisfied and were able to fully enjoy ourselves for over an hour. The only downside was that the water was a bit murky.

We brought our own snorkels and fins. The tour provided snorkels, but it seemed they did not have fins available, as other participants were not using them. If you want to enjoy snorkeling seriously, I think it's best to check in advance whether they can provide fins.

The staff were all able to speak Japanese, and they were kind, cheerful, and very good.

　妻と2人で参加しました。事前にサンドバーの潮位を確認して、比較的潮位が浅い日を選んで旅行とツアーの日程を決めました。参加したときの潮位は60cmくらいで、サンドバーの雰囲気を味わうことができました。ボートを降りて、歩いての移動でも、泳ぎながらの移動でも、5分くらいでサンドバーのエリアが終わります。サンドバーのエリアの外側は、深くなっていて、珊瑚もあり、この深いエリアでシュノーケリングをします。たくさんの綺麗なサカナやウミガメに会えました。大きなウミガメが水底で眠っているところや、小さめなウミガメが3匹で泳いでいるところなどが見られてとっても感動しました。私たちは大満足で、１時間以上、フルに楽しむことができました。唯一、水が濁っていたのが少し残念でした。
　私たちは自前でシュノーケルとフィンを持って行きました。ツアーでもシュノーケルは貸していましたが、フィンは用意されていないようで、他の参加者はフィンを使っていませんでした。本格的にシュノーケリングを楽しみたい方は、フィンを貸してくれるかどうか、事前に確認した方が良いと思います。
　スタッフの方々は、皆さん、日本語も話せて、親切で明るくて、とても良かったです。

Amazing day even with the rain. Definitely coming back when it's sunny and low tide. Captain Robin and his team were super friendly, amazing and patient. Even with the rain there was plenty of fish and turtles to see. I'm not a strong swimmer and I need to touch the bottom (it's weird I know) but Captain Robin was so accomodating, calming, understanding and patient and took me out to the deep reef area on a floater device and I was able to see the fish and turtles. I'm glad he did and I'm glad he didn't push me when I tapped out early. True champion.
The vessel is clean and has plenty of snacks and hot and cold drinks if you don't want to take your own. You can take your own alcohol and they also have plenty of water toys, paddle boards, floatation devices in a seperate raft.
Make sure to bring cash to tip as they are definitely deserving of any gratuity and the experience is amazing as well. One I'll definitely do again when I'm back next time.
Thank you so much was a wonderful day.

They also provide snorkeling, and they offer free mini floaties suitable for 2-year-old children. There are staff members who understand Japanese, which is reassuring.

The kids were very satisfied! Light snacks are included, and there are restrooms on the boat. The weather and everything else was perfect. I would love to participate again when I come to Hawaii with friends next time!

シュノーケリングも付いてるし、浮き輪も子供2歳の子が乗れるミニ浮き輪も無料で貸してくれるし、日本語分かるスタッフもちゃんと居てくれてるので安心。

子供たちも凄く満足していました❗軽食も☕付いてるし、⛴️にはトイレも付いています、天気も何もかも最高でした。また次回友達とハワイに来たら参加したいです

I had a great time paddleboarding at the sandbar, and I was able to see a large turtle while snorkeling. The visibility was a bit poor, though.

サンドバーではサップしたりして楽しかった、シュノーケリングでは大きなカメを見ることができた。少し透明度が悪かった。

The basics are in English, but there are crew members who speak Japanese. It's possible to participate even if you're not good at English. I think it's important, especially since marine sports come with varying degrees of risk.

基本は英語ですが，日本語を話すクルーがいます。
英語が苦手でも参加可能です。
特にマリンスポーツは大なり小なり危険を伴うので大切なことだと思います。

The condition of the sandbar depends on the day. I would like recommendations for the schedule and timing, but I need to do my own research, so I would appreciate advice when making a reservation.
The scenery is very beautiful! I was able to see sea turtles while snorkeling, and the underwater views were also lovely.
I really enjoyed paddleboarding as well!

サンドバーの状態はその日次第。日程や時間はおすすめを教えてほしいが、自分で調べないといけないので、そのあたりはアドバイスが予約時にほしい。
景色がとてもよい！シュノーケリングでウミガメもみれて、海のなかの景色もきれいでよかった
SUPも楽しめてとてもよかった！

I had always wanted to experience the "Kaneohe Sandbar," and I finally made it happen at the age of 70. I felt a bit anxious from the time I booked the tour until just before participating, but I remembered the "Dolphin Swimming Tour" I took a few years ago on the Big Island and thought, "It'll be fine! Let's go!!"

The advice from the snorkeling guide was great, and I enjoyed swimming slowly with the honu (sea turtles). After that, I challenged myself to stand-up paddleboarding in the shallow waters. It was a meaningful half-day.

一度は体現したいと思っていた”カネオヘ・サンドバー”、70歳になって実現しました。ツアー予約から参加直前までは一抹の不安がありましたが、数年前にハワイ島で参加した”イルカとスイミングツアー”のことを思い出し、大丈夫！レツゴー！！
シュノーケリングガイドのスタッフのアドバイスがグッドで、ホヌさんなどとゆっくりスイミング・・その後は、浅瀬でサップに挑戦・・
有意義な半日でした。

Unfortunately, it was cloudy with occasional rain on the day of the tour, but it was still a highly satisfying experience. Even before reaching our destination, we could see sea turtles from the boat, and we enjoyed the cruise with delicious snacks (Mochiko Chicken was the best) in hand. Despite the clouds, the refreshing view of the sea and sky made the activities enjoyable. Since it was early September, the water was a bit cold at first, but it gradually warmed up. The snorkeling was deeper than I expected, but even with the murky water, we could see plenty of sea turtles and tropical fish up close, which was a lot of fun!

We had a one-year-old child with us, and everyone was welcoming and kind. During our free time, we could easily move between the covered area of the boat and the sea without worrying about disturbing others while taking care of baby food and diaper changes. There were also free rentals of floaties and underwater viewing boards, and my son seemed to have a great time.

The explanations were in English, but they also provided additional explanations in Japanese, which was reassuring. Just be cautious about the order of stops for the return bus, as it was different from the outbound trip, so you might miss your stop.

当日は残念ながら曇り時々雨でしたが、それでもかなり満足度は高いツアーでした。目的地到達前からウミガメが船上から見え、付いてきた美味しい軽食(モチコチキン最高)を片手にクルーズを楽しめました。曇っていても見渡す限りの海と空の爽快感でアクティビティも充実。9月早朝だったので最初は水がやや冷ためでしたが徐々に温かく。シュノーケリングは思ったより深いところでしたが水が濁っていてもウミガメも熱帯魚も触れる距離で沢山見えて楽しかった！
一歳の子供がいましたが、皆さん歓迎ムードで可愛がってくださり、自由時間中は屋根付きの船内と海を自由に行き来出来るので周囲に気を使う必要なく離乳食やオムツ替え等できました。浮輪や水中の見える浮板？の無料貸し出しもあり、息子もはしゃいで楽しそうでした。
説明は英語ですが日本語の説明も別途追加してくれて安心。ただ最後の送りのバスの停車順序が行きとバラバラで、降り逃しにご注意を。

It had been three years since my last trip to Hawaii. Since I was going, I was really looking forward to the sandbar tour that I booked in advance. During the shuttle bus ride, they introduced us to recommended classic local foods along the way. We transferred to a boat to head to the sandbar. The weather was beautifully sunny, and it felt amazing to snorkel and play with floaties and on the boat. We even got to see sea turtles, and my parents, who were snorkeling for the first time, were well supported even though they couldn't swim. They really enjoyed feeding the fish as well. Although there was no meal provided, there were snacks, apples, and drinks available. The staff explained everything in both English and Japanese, and they were friendly, even taking photos for us. It was a wonderful tour. I brought a bath towel, a change of clothes, a wrap towel, a hoodie, and spam onigiri, so I was comfortable on the return bus without getting cold. They were very kind to stop by Leonard's as well. The sea was like paradise; it was truly a beautiful place.

3年ぶりのハワイ。
せっかく行くならとサンドバー ツアーを早めに予約しとっても楽しみにしていました。
送り迎えのバスではオススメの定番グルメを道中案内してくれます。船に乗換えサンドバー へ。見事に晴天でシュノーケリングや浮き輪やボートで遊んで本当に気持ちよかったです。ウミガメにも逢えて、シュノーケリング初の両親も、泳げなくてもフォローしてくれ、お魚さんへ餌やりも出来とっても楽しんでいました。食事なしですが、スナックやりんご、ドリンクがありました。スタッフの皆さんは英語と日本語で丁寧に説明してくれ、フレンドリーで写真も撮ってくれたり、とっても良いツアーでした。バスタオル、着替え、羽織れるタオル、パーカー、スパムおにぎりを持って行ったので帰りのバスも冷えることなく過ごせました。レナーズにも立ち寄りしてくれたり、とっても親切でした。天国の海、本当に素敵なところでした。

From pick up point to going home, the tour was incredible.
On arrival there was time to look at the other attractions such as the farmer's market, the petting zoo (get to pat a tortoise?)

I would say our guide had to be really good, if not, it is hard to appreciate locations (especially they are just views, really). Our tour guide would make up 85% of the tour.

This tour is recommended if you are a movie/TV fan.

Yes, it's early. But, we LOVED the early sail. Less boats on the water and calmer ocean conditions. If you're looking for a unique cultural experience, this is it. We did the morning cruise and were the only 2 guests on the boat which was really cool. The boat limits capacity to 6-guests. As a local resident, I really liked how the two main hosts of the cultural experience and the Captain were Kamehameha graduates. This boat also offers midday cruises and sunset. Overall, the morning sail was calm and one of the truly unique sails here on Oahu.

Even though it rained during our cruise we still had a great time because of the crew memebrs! Affordable great drinks (1 was free) and good music! Definitely recommend booking through them and will do it again when we come back to Hawaii! Shout out to Sarah for giving her rain jacket to the lady next to me so she wouldn't get wet!

It was a better tour than I expected. The scenery was really wonderful. However, I can't really recommend the farm tour. I'm glad I chose the ferry instead.

予想より良いツアーでした。景色がとても素晴らしかった。ただ農場周りのツアーはあまりおすすめできない。フェリーのほうを選んでよかった。

I was able to experience a part of Hawaii's marine nature. I got to see sea turtles, colorful fish, and coral reefs up close.

ハワイの海洋自然の一端に触れることができました。海ガメや色鮮やかな魚、珊瑚礁を間近にみることができました。

We made a reservation with my husband for our honeymoon.

Having a guide who spoke Japanese made it easy for us to relax and enjoy ourselves.

We were able to fulfill our long-held dream of paddleboarding and even encountered sea turtles, which made for a very fulfilling time.

The weather was great, and I was in the water in a bikini, but being in the water for too long can really sap your body heat, so I recommend participating in a long-sleeve swimsuit!

We had about 30 minutes of free time left, but it was too cold, so we spent it drinking hot coffee.

If you want to enjoy yourself to the fullest, please take this into consideration!

新婚旅行で主人と予約をしました。
日本語を話せるガイドさんが着いていたので、安心して楽しむことが出来ました。

念願だったSUPやウミガメにも出会うことができ、とても充実した時間でした。

天気に恵まれビキニで入水していたのですが、ずっと水中にいると体温をかなり奪われるため長袖タイプの水着での参加をおすすめします！

自由時間が残り30分ほどありましたが寒すぎてホットコーヒーを飲んで過ごしました。

全力で楽しみたい方は参考にしてください！

We participated as a couple. Half of the other participants were Japanese, and the rest were from China and South Korea. It was reassuring for my wife that announcements were made in Japanese after English. The tour was managed by the captain, a young man in charge on-site, and three other young staff members. The boat was made up of two vessels in blue and green, and we alternated between snorkeling and free time at the sandbar. The itinerary included pickup in Honolulu, boarding at the Kaneohe harbor, viewing heart-shaped coral, arriving at the sandbar, playing with SAP and floaties, and then moving to deeper waters while snorkeling to look for turtles. At the sandbar during my visit in mid-September, the water was about waist-deep, which was a bit different from what I expected, but we had fun. Even in mid-September, when we got out of the water and the sun went down, the women seemed a bit cold. I felt it would have been nice to have a pile hoodie in addition to a bath towel. No one was wearing wetsuits; we were moving as a group while looking for sea turtles while snorkeling, but on that day, we didn't encounter many turtles. I observed a turtle resting among the corals while swimming, and when I patiently searched alone, I was fortunate to see a turtle swim out from the corals to breathe. Although I was close to the surface, I was satisfied to swim alongside it. It might be better not to move in such a large group. Other than the turtles, we didn't see many brightly colored tropical fish. I wondered if the shuttle bus driver was affiliated with the food truck or perhaps related to the family, as we stopped by a malasada food truck on the way back and everyone bought the recommended malasadas, which were delicious. The shuttle car was cold due to the air conditioning, so it was fine on the way there before entering the water, but it might be good to have a change of dry clothes for the return trip. Alternatively, you could let the driver know you were cold. I took photos and videos with my iPhone in a waterproof case, but the compatibility wasn't great, as the case and strap reflected in the camera lens, and I couldn't use the touch screen underwater, which made handling difficult. I felt a GoPro would be better. It seemed there was no service for taking photos (and selling SD cards), so it would have been better to prepare a way to easily record the experience without compromising it. Overall, I had a great time and was satisfied. The boat ride wasn't too long, and it didn't sway enough to make me feel seasick. We had fun at the sandbar and got to swim with sea turtles, achieving what we wanted to do. It would have been perfect if there had been a jacuzzi on the boat for when it got cold. The level of service was high, and we had a pleasant experience. Thank you for everything!

夫婦2人で参加しました。他の皆さんは日本の方が半数、あとは中国や韓国の方々が参加されてました。英語の後に日本語でもアナウンスしてくれて妻も安心でした。ツアーはキャプテンと、現場を仕切る兄ちゃんと、あと若手の3名で船を仕切ってました。船は青と緑の2台構成で、船ごとに交代でシュノーケリングとサンドバーでの自由時間を過ごします。工程としては、ホノルルでピックアップ→カネオヘの港から乗船→ハートシェイプのサンゴを見て→サンドバー到着→SAPや浮き輪で遊んで→そのまま流れでシュノーケリングしながら深みに移動してカメを探す流れでした。サンドバーは私の参加したタイミングだと腰上くらいの水深で、砂州が島になってたりするのかなと思ってたのとはちょっと違いましたがまぁ楽しく遊べました。参加した9月中旬でも、海から上がって陽がかげると女性陣は少し寒そうでした。バスタオルの他にパイルのパーカーでもあると良かったなと感じました。ウェットスーツは着てる人居ませんでした、シュノーケリングしながら団体さんでウミガメ探しながら移動してましたがこの日はなかなかカメに出会えず、サンゴの間でじっとしてるウミガメを泳ぎながら観察する感じでしたが、一人で辛抱強く探してるとウミガメがサンゴの間から出て泳いで息継ぎに行くところに遭遇出来ました。こっちは水面張りつきではありますが、一緒に泳げたので満足です。あまり大所帯で移動しない方が良いのかな。後は、ウミガメ以外はあまり南国っぽい派手なお魚には出会えませんでした。送迎のバスのおっちゃんが提携してるのか惚れ込んでるのか、はたまた家族だったりするんじゃないかと思ったりもしましたが帰りにマラサダのフードトラックに立ち寄ってみんなでオススメのマラサダを買って、食べながら帰りました。おいしかったですよ。送迎の車はエアコンで寒いので、行きは海に入る前だから良いけど、濡らさない帰りの服の着替えはあった方が良いかも。もしくは運転手のおっちゃんに寒いアピールを。私はiPhoneを防水ケースに入れて写真や動画を撮ってましたが、ケースとの相性がイマイチでカメラレンズにケースやストラップが映り込んだり、水中では静電タッチが使えないとかハンドリングが悪いので、GoProの方がベターだなと感じました。写真撮ってくれる（そしてSDカードを買い取らせる）サービスはやってなかったみたいなので、体験を損なわなずに手軽に記録できる準備はした方が良かったです。総じて楽しく過ごせて満足です。船の移動もそんなに長くなく酔うほど揺れなかったし、サンドバーで楽しく遊べたし、ウミガメとも泳げて、やりたい事は出来ました。後は寒くなった時のために船にジャグジーでも付いてると完璧だったかもですね。サービスのレベルも高く気持ちよく過ごせました。お世話になりました！

I'm glad I got to see the sea turtles. The kids were very satisfied! However, it was unnecessary to stop at the store affiliated with Macasar on the way back. It was cold, so I wanted to return to the hotel right away.

ウミガメに会えてよかったです。
子供たちも大満足でした！
でも帰りのバスでマカサラの提携先の店に立ち寄るのは不要でした。
寒かったのでホテルにすぐ帰りたかったです。

Our tour guides were fantastic and truly helped make the best of a chilly/rainy & overcast day. They were fun, informative and truly went above and beyond to help out with our little one throughout the trip, even when he got a bit moody. Our driver who picked us up was kind as well. Overall, we'd book again and hopefully have a warmer afternoon for it.

I was the oldest participant, but the staff took me to a spot near the coral where there were many fish, and I was able to see a lot of them. Thanks to that, I made wonderful memories in Hawaii.

私が参加者の中で一番高齢でしたが、スタッフの方が珊瑚の近くの魚のいるところまで連れていってくださって、大変多くの魚を見ることができました。おかげで、ハワイでのよい思い出ができました。

Super fun experience. The boat and crew were friendly and their pina coladas were EXCELLENT.

The only thing that kept this from being an outstanding experience was that as a solo participant, I was a little left out. Drink orders went out and someone finally noticed I didn’t have one and took care of it. Then, towards the end, another staff member went around asking everyone if they wanted their photos taken and I wasn’t included. At the end of the day, it’s no biggie and I don’t think it was intentional but just wanted to mention it for consideration. I think it’s just one of those things that happen to solo travelers here and there.

Otherwise, loved it!

This is my second time to the sandbar. The captain and his crew members are so nice and helpful. We got to play with SUP and pool float first, and then went to snorkeling with the crew members and saw three turtles. It was a fun experience.

My first time in Hawaii and my first sandbar experience. Seeing it in person is even better than in photos. The activities include snorkeling and stand-up paddleboarding (SUP), and there's plenty to do.

During snorkeling, I saw beautiful fish among the coral, and even a sea turtle resting in the coral or surfacing for air. The sandbar is neither too deep nor too shallow, making it a safe place for first-time SUP experiences. This time, I challenged myself to stand up on the paddleboard for the first time. You can enjoy it at your own pace and lose track of time.

The boat is equipped with drinks, snacks, and fruits, and there’s a restroom on board, which is reassuring. There are also staff members who speak Japanese, which is a great support. They call out with a smile, “If you didn’t understand the English explanation, raise your hand!” So don’t be shy and just raise your hand.

If you have your own snorkel, I recommend bringing it. The rental snorkels are standard versions without drainage valves, so using something you’re familiar with might feel more comfortable.

はじめてのハワイではじめてのサンドバー。
実際に見ると　写真以上。
アクテビティもシュノーケルにSUPの他
盛りだくさん。
シュノーケルではサンゴに綺麗な魚たちにウミガメも、珊瑚の中で休んでいたり、呼吸のために浮上する姿も観察可。
サンドバーの上は深からず浅からず　SUP初体験も安心してトライ可能。
今回、人生初SUPでスタンディングまで挑戦。
自分のペースで時間を忘れて楽しめます。
船には　ドリンク　スナック　フルーツ完備、
トイレも船にあるので安心。
日本語のできるスタッフも同乗され、心強い。
「今の英語の説明　わからなかった人ぉ〜」って笑顔で呼びかけてくれるので。恥ずかしがらずにハイ！と手を挙げましょう。
もし、マイシュノーケルをお持ちであれば、持参をお勧め。貸し出しシュノーケルは排水弁等のないスタンダード版なので　使い慣れたモノの方が気分的には安心かも。

An amazing experience for everyone who loves differennt hollywood movies and series! You can see film locations, props and even Godzillas foodprint :O My guide Lani was awesome an thought us a lot about the Hawaiian culture, the film sets and her hollywood husbands Chris Pratt and Dwayne Johnson ;) Lani was a really fun guide with a lot of knowledge and funny jokes!