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All Reviews for Kaneohe Bay, Heeia Kea Harbor in Oahu
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Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Private Charter Cruise with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Music
Best day and Beautiful views
Reviewed by: Best Day ever!
Best day! We had a group of 117 developmentally disabled adults and staff- we had an amazing time. The staff was attentive, the views spectacular!
Aloha Best Day ever,
Thank you for your 5star review with your beautiful pictures. We are happy to hear that you enjoyed your tour with us.
We hope to see you again soon.
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Charter Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/06/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/05/30 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Magical sandbar tour
Reviewed by: Maria L
We got the private boat and did the sandbar tour & I can’t recommend this enough! We played at the sandbar, toured the waters and got to see turtles & manta rays! Captain Jeff was helpful, fun & informative, the snacks were tasty and the boat was clean and in great condition. Do this tour!! You won’t regret it! It was the highlight of our trip and the best excursion I have ever done in Hawaii! My husband enjoyed it so much he wanted to do it again but we couldn’t book during the rest of our stay because they were sold out!.
Thank you for choosing Captain Bruce. It is amazing to know that the customer wanted to join our tour again during the stay. Your words made our day! We appreciated your recommendation and highlighting our Captain Jeff!
We're sorry we couldn't accommodate another tour during your stay due to high demand. We hope to welcome you back to Hawaii and on board our tours again in the future.
Aloha and A hui hou :)
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/08/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/26 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Excellent choice
Reviewed by: T. Le
My family and I (2 adults, 2 children) had a great time exploring the sandbar and reef area with our captain/tour guide. We learned a lot about the history of the sandbar as well as got to enjoy the water and sandbar area. We got lucky with the weather since it rained earlier in the day. The provided snacks and musubis were excellent. We were sad when it ended, but brought back many memories.
Thank you so much for joining our tour and taking the time to write such a fantastic review! We're thrilled to hear that your family, including your children, had a great time exploring the sandbar and reef with us. We love sharing our knowledge of Hawaii waters, and we're glad you enjoyed learning about the sandbar.
We're happy the provided snacks and musubis were a hit :)
We're so grateful that we could be a part of your wonderful memories, and we hope to welcome you on board again soon! A hui hou!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/27 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Awesome day!
Reviewed by: Max family
We rented a private speedboat. First, my apologies for most likely misspelling your name, Kaikoa or Keoke? Again, my apologies but me, my hubby and his mom had the best experience and truly enjoyed the day just talking with you about Hawaii and seeing all the wonderful wildlife when snorkeling. We also wanted to say thank you for being so kind and hospitable and putting up with our 20 questions about Hawaii life and thank you so much for sharing! Sending good vibes and hope you and your family are prosperous and happy. A thousand times Mahalo!
Hello, thank you so much for chartering our boat tour at the Kaneohe Sandbar. We are so happy that you and your family had the wonderful time. We will make sure to deliver your message to our captain Kekoa :) Again, thank you very much for your kind words, and your time for this review. We hope we can take you to the bay again. Mahalo
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/21 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Incredible Time
Reviewed by: Tom
Many moons ago I visited the sandbar and knew I needed to come back again. It took me 10 years but finally made it!!
I ponied up the cheddar for the private speed boat and for me it was perfect. Captain K was so attentive to my family. (My daughter tripped in the parking lot within 20 seconds of meeting him). He bandaged her up. Taught us about the geography of the bay. Went out of his way to find us some turtles at the end.
My 5 year old had the time of her life with all the fish! Snorkeling was amazing. All the toys already out on the sandbar were amazing.
10 out of 10. Will do again next time in Oahu.
On behalf of Capt. Bruce, we thank you so much for your feedback and loving support! We look forward to seeing you again in the near future.
A Hui Hou!
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/03/14 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Relaxing Saturday afternoon
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii
Loved this trip! Kaneohe sandbar is one of the most beautiful spots on the island. Our captain was friendly and gave us a bit of history of the area on the boat ride to the sandbar. We loved the private option, just the Captain & 6 of us total. It was great to have our own space. We brought some floats and had a relaxing afternoon.
Thank you so much for kind words and sharing your experience with the Capt. Bruce tour.
We're very pleased to hear whole family had a great time on the turtle watching & snorkeling tour.
Your feedback is greatly appreciated!
Please come back again. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/02/19 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Great time
Reviewed by: DePompa
My family really enjoyed this activity. Everyone at the Captain Bruce charter was friendly and Professional. We chartered the private speed boat. Our captain was outstanding she made sure we had a great time. A++ for Captain Bruce
We are so happy to know that you had a good experience with us .
We appreciated your words and shared your review with our staff.
Thank you so much for joining our tour, hope we can see you at the Kane'ohe Bay again. Aloha and mahalo!
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/18 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Great experience for the whole family
Reviewed by: Stefanie
We booked the trip for 4 people age 22-67. While the younger ones went on a private guided snorkeling tour and saw a lot of turtles the seniors could wander around the sand bar, take a floatie or hang out on the boat. Small snacks, soft drinks and water were provided. As well as snorkeling gear, floaties and a SUP. We had an amazing time time on the sandbar!
Hi, thank you so much for choosing Captain Bruce!
We are so glad to hear that you all had a great time during our tour.
It's lucky that you could see the sea turtles and lots of fishes!
Thank you very much again for your time to post a review. We hope we can take you to the Kane'ohe Bay again!
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/05/24 |
Kaneohe Sandbar Private Pontoon Boat Rental & Snorkel Cruise Charter
An awesome experience!
Reviewed by: Rachel c.
This was one of the best experiences of our vacation! We got to swim with turtles and we’re truly looked after by Captain Robin, We would highly recommend chartering a boat and having this amazing experience. We will definitely do it again.
Aloha and Mahalo for the compliments and sharing beautiful pictures!
Thank you so much for taking the time to write this awesome review of yours.
We are very pleased to hear you're having a great time and you're able to see the turtles at the sandbar.
We're looking forward to seeing you in near the future.
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/05/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/05/03 |
Kaneohe Sandbar Private Pontoon Boat Rental & Snorkel Cruise Charter
Perfect family vacation day!
Reviewed by: Kalika Moquin
This was the perfect way for our family to spend a vacation afternoon. We stopped and got sandwiches and drinks before. There was a cooler on the boat. The water at the sandbar was shallow and the kids had the best time swimming. No waves so very safe. Snorkeling and paddle boarding were included as well as other water toys. While snorkeling we swam with turtles! Our captain was great, and we are happy we selected the private tour and had our own space.
Thank you so much for chartering Capt. Bruce tour. We're very pleased to hear about your perfect family vacation day at the Kaneohe sandbar. Mahalo kindly for this wonderful review. We look forward to seeing you again in the near future. Aloha...!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/11/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/11/23 |
Kaneohe Sandbar Private Pontoon Boat Rental & Snorkel Cruise Charter
Amazing Experience
Reviewed by: ADu
This private snorkel tour was 100% worth the money. A private pontoon boat with many amenities, including snacks, drinking water, water sport toys and others were all provided. Captain Kokua could not have been friendlier and showed us a lot to see in the area. The sandbar of course was beautiful and a huge highlight of the trip.
Aloha ADu! Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review of yours. We are very pleased to hear that friends and family are having such a wonderful time at the sandbar. Mahalo for your support!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2021/10/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/10/02 |
Kaneohe Sandbar Private Pontoon Boat Rental & Snorkel Cruise Charter
Awesome experience!
Reviewed by: Michelle
Took 5 friends out with me to experience the sandbar for the first time! We had such a blast! Yuko was our captain and she was the absolute best! Some snacks and drinks were provided, you can BYOB. Floaties, snorkel gear, and a paddleboard were offered. The sandbar was beautiful! Highly recommend this to anyone!
Aloha Michelle, Thank you so much for the compliments. I will share this with Capt. Yuka. Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2021/08/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/28 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Our captain was amazing!
Reviewed by: Malhotra
Kaikoa (sorry for misspelling his name) was a fabulous guide. Wonderful with kids. Knowledgeable and really loved his job.
Aloha and Mahalo! I will let Captain Kekoa know regarding your wonderful compliments.
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| Packages: | Morning Private Cruise & Boat Rental |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2021/07/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/07/27 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Private boat tour
Reviewed by: Sera G
Captain Robin was incredibly nice and patient with our party and has great knowledge of the area! We had an amazing time and wish we could’ve spent every day of our trip on this boat!
Aloha Sera, on behalf of Capt. Robin, we would like to thank you for this amazing wonderful review.
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| Packages: | 3-Hour Afternoon Charter (up to 5 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2021/06/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2021/06/14 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
The best place in the best boat
Reviewed by: Patricia
I loved everything!
The lanas-caprinas was perfect
Creme were. Adorable
Sandbar was like a Paradise , a really dream
I really recoment
We hás a delicious lunch with shrimp, breads, fruits
Thank you so much for choosing our tour!! We are so happy that you had a great time with us. Thank you so much for sharing the beautiful picture. Hope to see you again!!!
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| Packages: | 3 Hour Morning Charter (up to 5 passengers) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2020/02/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2020/02/03 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
最高でした！
Reviewed by: Yumimin
まずは、ボートで数分走って、サンドバーを散歩しながら説明を聞いたり写真撮影などをします。
プライベートなので、人の少ない所に連れて行ってもらえるため、写真撮影では他の人が映らない景色をたくさん撮影することができました。そのあと、サンドバーの近くにあるシュノーケリングスポット(ちょうど水深が深くなるところ)に移動して、希望者はシュノーケルをしました。大きな魚がたくさんいました。
お腹がすいてきたので、船上でランチです。同じツアー会社の大人数を乗せる船も催行しており、そこで焼いたカルビやソーセージも頂き、最後は、ウォーターアクティビティーを楽しみました。３時間は長すぎるかと思いきやあっという間に楽しい時間が過ぎ去ってしまいましたが、非常によい思い出になりました。
昼食用のごはんや飲み物は、とっても美味しく満足のいく量があります。お酒を3缶持っていき、氷がたくさん入ったアイスボックスで冷やしてもらいもらえました。
シュノーケルセットは、透明度が高く海の中がくっきり見え、視力が弱くても海の中ではきれいに見えます。
6人いるなら絶対にプライベートボートがおすすめです。
さわやかで優しい日本人女性ガイドさんと、若々しく機転を利かせながらもてなしてくれるキャプテンの２名が、きめ細やかな対応をしてくださいました。写真もたくさん撮影してくださるし、子供のわがままにも応えてくれ(早く次に行きたい、あれがやりたいなど)ました。シュノーケルする前に、シュノーケリングの基本を教えてくださり、ガイドさんは常にライフセーバー用の浮き棒をもってシュノーケルのところまで一緒に来てくださるので、いつでも安心です。本当にどうもありがとうございました！
アロハ！キャプテンブルース貸し切りツアーご参加ありがとうございました。
Yumimin様のレポート、自分のところのツアーなのになんかドキドキワクワクして参加したくなっちゃいました（笑）。
またぜひ遊びにいらして下さいね。マハロ！
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| Packages: | Morning & Afternoon Charter Tour (until 03/31/2019) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2018/08/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/08/11 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Great Time
Reviewed by: Sarah M
My family and I had a great time. We enjoyed the privacy and Chad and Kevin were great. It was a beautiful day. We explored, SUP, kayaked and floated. The only suggestion is that the details of where to meet need to be more explained.
Aloha! Thank you for you join & your suggestion.
We hope you will join out tour again. Mahalo nui loa.
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| Packages: | Morning & Afternoon Charter Tour (until 03/31/2019) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/26 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Worth every penny
Reviewed by: Minnie L
Our captain Ron was super friendly, knowledgeable and most importantly, very kind to my old parents who knew limited English.
Service was great and every moment was enjoyable. The lunch setup was absolutely delightful and delicious.
It was so worth the price - for a small group, you get the customized experience that would last in everyone's memories.
Aloha! We are very happy to hear from you. Please come join again!!
Mahalo nui loa from Captain Bruice!!
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| Packages: | Morning & Afternoon Charter Tour (until 03/31/2019) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2018/03/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2018/03/10 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Great service on the private charter!
Reviewed by: kara
Very experienced and friendly guides who were also very prepared with hot beverages and rain coats when it got cold and rainy. Showed us lots of sea life including turtles. Nice spread of snacks and drinks. Comfortable and clean boat. We enjoyed their conversation and everyone had a great time! We hope to do it again.
We are glad to hear you enjoyed our tour. Hope we can see you again, Mahalo!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2017/03/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2017/03/02 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Outstanding Adventure
Reviewed by: DRL
Captain Carol was outstanding!!! Had a great time even though the weather was questionable. Great service, food, music and a lot of laughs. Even the turtles had a great time.
Aloha!
We are very happy to hear you enjoyed our tour. Hope you will join again!!
Mahalo nui loa!
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2016/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2016/02/16 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
A great time!
Reviewed by: Alaska and Germany
The weather wasn't in our favor but that didn't keep the crew from showing us a great time. They were warm and friendly and catered to our every need including providing jackets on an unusually cool day. The sandbar is a must see and the snorkel reef had plenty of fish and turtles to make it a good snorkel spot. The boat was very nice and comfortable. I highly recommend booking this activity.
Aloha!! Thank you for your join to out tour.
We are very happy to hear you.
We are looking forward to see you again!! Mahalo.
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2014/12/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2014/12/11 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Highly Recommended
Reviewed by: Mr. Anonymous
Very nice, beautiful scenery and the captain was very kind
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2012/11/01 |
Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & Private Speed Boat Rental
Thank you from Australia
Reviewed by: Hortons from Australia
Our family did the private boat charter when on vacation in Oahu just a couple of weeks ago, after booking from the Internet and just hoping we would get a tour that we would not forget. We were not disappointed at all, not realizing this company catered largely for Japanese tourists we were so impressed with our charter. Our captain was just so friendly and informative and made us feel very welcome and was great fun too. We will certainly be coming back again one day and booking another charter and would highly recommend to anyone that wants to treat themselves to something special and spoil themselves on a captain Bruce charter. Thank you so much for your hospitality.
Kind regards, the Hortons from Down Under !
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| Packages: | Test Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2012/09/29 |
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