Reviewed by: Kara
The Hawaii water is so clear! We got to see cute turtles and so many colorful fish.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/01 |
Reviewed by: Chen
The ship is comfy, they also provide drinks.
Snorkeling spot is great, saw sea turtles and of course a lot of fishes.
We were very lucky to see 4 spots of dolphins swimming just around us and jumping and spinning.
Great crew, very friendly and helpful.
We brought 2 babies (18 months) with us, they also had a great time, could tell from their face :)
Attending a private tour allowed us to set out immediately for the dolphins when spotted them. Will def. choose to do private tour again next time.
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| Packages: | Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/12/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/11/27 |
Reviewed by: Nicole
I only understand a little English, but when it comes to snorkeling, just communicate your fin size in US sizes, and once you're in the water, you can follow the staff without any issues. There were many sea turtles and beautiful fish!
On the boat, just sit back and enjoy without doing anything dangerous! The staff was very kind, providing cold water as a service and being attentive to the passengers, which made the experience very enjoyable.
The meeting place is at the location on Google Maps listed on this site, where you should look for the boat labeled "MOANA." The meeting time is 7:30, and we boarded around 8:00. The staff called out to us near the boat around that time. I highly recommend it!
片言の英語しかわからないのですが、シュノーケルではフィンのUSサイズを伝えることと、海に入ったらスタッフさんについていけば問題ないです。ウミガメやきれいな魚がたくさんいました!
船上では危ないことをせず座って楽しめばOKです!
サービスで冷たいお水を出してくれたり乗客に気配りしてくれたりスタッフさんが優しくとても楽しめました。
集合場所は、このサイトにのってるGoogle Mapの場所に行き、MOANAと書かれた船を見つけましょう。集合時間は7:30で乗船するのは8時頃でした。
8時頃にスタッフさんが船の近くで声をかけてくれました。
とてもおすすめです!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/10/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Mido
The meeting place was hard to find, and it took 20 minutes after the meeting time for the guide to finally show up. The guide only provided explanations in English, with no simple Japanese at all. I struggled to get used to putting on the snorkel and couldn't get into the water for a while. The guide mentioned that they couldn't take responsibility for those who couldn't swim, so they advised us not to swim. I think it would have been helpful to have a brief lecture on tips for breathing with the snorkel. Once we set sail, everything went smoothly, and we were able to see sea turtles coming up to the surface multiple times, which was amazing.
集合場所がわかりづらく、集合時間から20分経ってようやくガイドさんが出てきました。
ガイドは英語の説明のみで、簡単な日本語も一切無し。
シュノーケルの付け方に慣れず、なかなか海に入れないでいたら、泳げない人は責任が取れないから泳がないでほしい、と言った話をされましたが、シュノーケルの呼吸の仕方のコツなど簡単なレクチャーがあってもいいと思います。
出航してからの手際はよく、ウミガメは海面付近に何度も出てきたので間近で見れました。
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/15 |
Reviewed by: Gabrielle Albasini
I booked this activity by myself for my birthday. All I wanted was to see a turtle and it definitely did not disappoint! The crew were amazing and were very helpful when we were snorkeling. The food was good and the experience was amazing. I’ll definitely book again next time I’m on the island! Thank you to the crew for making it the best experience.
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| Packages: | Premium Package: 3-Hour Snorkel Sail with Lunch and Transportation |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/09/08 |
Reviewed by: きらりん
I arrived at the meeting place on time, but there were no tour staff, which made me anxious. Since everything is in English, I recommend joining a tour with Japanese-speaking staff for those who feel uneasy. For those who are okay with just a general understanding, the staff will explain things in an easy-to-understand manner, so please give it a try. I was able to see both sea turtles and wild dolphins perfectly!
集合場所に時間通りに着いたのにツアースタッフがいなくて不安になりました。全て英語なので、不安な方は日本語スタッフのいるツアーに参加される事をお勧めします。何となくでも良い方にはスタッフが分かりやすい言葉て教えてくれるので、参加してみて下さい。ウミガメも野生のイルカもバッチリ見ることができました!
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| Packages: | 通常プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/09/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/08/19 |
Reviewed by: Gina B.
Our guides were wonderful! Saw lots and lots of turtles :)
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/29 |
Reviewed by: Yes to Hawaii
This cruise was so much fun. The crew was really friendly and there were about 3-4 crew in the water with us which made novice snorkelers more comfortable. Overall, loved this cruise.
Tips:
-This boat departs from Kewalo Basin Harbor. The parking lot was crowded so Uber/Lyft or taxi is best.
-Bring sunscreen, towel, change of clothes for after
After we finished the snorkel sail, we headed over to Kakaako to grab lunch!
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| Packages: | Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise (2 hrs) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2023/08/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Mike
Everything was well organized and staff was professional. The beat part of this trip is that this is one of the first boats out to turtle canyon before the circus arrives. Get in early and get out while there are few people in the water.
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| Packages: | Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise (2 hrs) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/18 |
Reviewed by: Kathleen Flowers
It was great! The crew and Captain were wonderful. We saw amazing fish and other things. Highly recommended this company. Amazing service and very nice. Love it so much
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| Packages: | Morning Private Snorkel Package (7:15AM, 9:30AM or 11:45AM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/07/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/07/01 |
Reviewed by: Loraine Mendoza
Let's start with the boat - Fabulous & modern, a vessel to be admired. The captain and crew - freaking amazing, patient, kind, informative, went above and beyond. Took us right out to the sea turtles. It was a perfect day with perfect hosts and an experience we will never forget.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2023/05/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/05/06 |
Reviewed by: Melanie
Our entire family had so much fun on this excursion. The staff were so friendly and informative. Bring an underwater camera for great picture opportunities.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2023/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/15 |
Reviewed by: Johnny Avo
We took a snorkel trip with the Moana boat crew and had a fantastic experience. We set sail on the beautiful catamaran at 0830 and to head out see the sea turtles at the infamous 'shell-cleaning' reef which is located just outside the breakers off Waikiki beach. Our Capt for the day, Anthony, was personable, friendly and made us all feel welcome aboard the boat. Zack and Sarah were the other two crew members and they were friendly, professional, and very helpful throughout the entire trip. 100% would sail with this crew again. Bring some tip $ for them, because they definitely deserve it. Book a tour today!
The snorkel site is popular and several boats are in the area, which is nice because you don't feel like you're out in the middle of the ocean alone. It can get busy with everyone trying to see the turtles and fish so be sure to keep an eye on the surface as well as watching what is below. Some turtles even come over to our boat and I snapped a photo (attached to this review). Overall water depth is about 20-30 feet and even on a cloudy & murky day (like ours) we could easily see numerous fish and several large sea turtles. We were even lucky enough to see Humpback whales (mom & baby)!!
We booked our trip in mid/late Feb and it was overcast & rainy. A bit chilly at times, but come prepared and it's a fun trip regardless. Plenty of covered space to store dry items, but a "drybag" is a nice touch on any beach/water adventure.
We booked the 0830 trip to maximize sea life activity which also resulted in 2 families being on the boat....8 people total. Virtually a private tour! When we pulled back into the pier for the next tour there were about 20-25 people waiting for the next tour. And, parking at the marina is easier before the crowds arrive.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2023/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Boymom107
This was such a fun snorkeling tour!! Food was delicious and the entertainment was on point. Natalie treated our family so well. Will definitely re book the next time we make another trip to Honolulu.
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| Packages: | 10:00 AM Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkeling Cruise |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/11/23 |
Reviewed by: azrigsby
This was a wonderful trip. The crew was phenomenal. They were very attentive to the passengers and were extremely knowledgeable about the area and the marine life present. In addition to the turtles promised, we even spotted the first whales of the season (quite early, in fact) and had dolphins come right up to use within the reef, also a rare happening. One of the nicest things about this group is that, even though their vessel can hold up to 80 passengers, they keep the number of people in the group small in order to make it a much more enjoyable and interactive experience. I would highly recommend this group for their professionalism and attention to detail. If I had more time on my trip, I believe I would have taken this trip again or one of their other offerings. It is WELL WORTH the low price, and I would highly recommend this to anyone wanting a truly magical snorkeling adventure.
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/11/08 |
Reviewed by: Eisenhans01
Sehr schöne Tour, Moana Team nett, kompetent, freundlich. Man sieht viele Schildkröten. Aber, der Spot vor Waikiki ist overcrowded, viele Auslugsboote kommen dorthin, mit ebenso vielen anderen Schnorchlern. Leider sind nicht alle rücksichtvoll und halten sich an die Regeln (dont touch the turtles, keep distance). Wenn das so weitergeht kann man drauf warten, dass der Spot zum Schutz der turtles geschlossen werden wird :-(
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/09 |
Reviewed by: Bgutti
The crew on this ship were kind, funny & kept safety first. The area we were at had many turtles & nice for our family with all levels of experience. We only wished we had more time!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/10/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/10/07 |
Reviewed by: Giselle
To be the first time snorkeling for the whole family, it was amazing. We had the opportunity to be only party that day so we practically had a private tour the whole boat for ourselves. My husband and girls had the best time ever.
The whole crew took good care of us 6, one of them stood in the water the whole time making sure we were ok. They provided refreshments and ensured we were ok throughout the whole trip.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/22 |
Reviewed by: Jeff and Laurie
We had a great time! The crew was friendly and knowledgeable, the boat was great. We saw lots of turtles and fish. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, this would be worth the time!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/09/14 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/14 |
Reviewed by: Luisa Jackson
My family and I had so much fun, it’s a unique experience in the middle of the ocean where you can swim around the boat and snorkel, jump from the boat, or slide from the boat. I highly recommend this activity for everyone.
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| Packages: | [1:00 PM] Afternoon Deluxe Snorkel & Water Sports Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/29 |
Reviewed by: Angela
Luna, Alex, Evan and Capt. Eric (All the crew) were terrific, super friendly and overall helpful. It was such a enjoyable, fun, memorable experience especially if you are booking this with kids. The only thing is to make sure that you bring snacks or food aboard which they inform you about on their instructions as they only provide light snacks (protein bars, water, and lemonade)
Lastly, it can get really crowded on the boat. And so, check in as early as possible to secure your spot inside the boat especially if you are traveling with your family.
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| Packages: | [1:00 PM] Afternoon Deluxe Snorkel & Water Sports Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/08/06 |
Reviewed by: Liselotte Ulstrup
A fantastic Crew. You found the best spot to Watch the turtles. A fine service on board. You were all Great. Thank you for an awsome experience.If we get the chance to snorkel with you, we will.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/08/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/13 |
Reviewed by: Ash
Our family saw so many turtles and the crew was amazing.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/07/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/07/25 |
Reviewed by: yudai
First, the prior guidance about the location of the check-in counter was poor. I entered the address into Google, but there was no counter there. I asked a nearby fisherman, who told me it was not there but over there. However, I had a hard time finding the counter with the name of the activity organizer. Just when I was about to ask where the organizer's location was, the lady at the counter called my name, and I finally arrived.
As for the activity itself, it was different from what I expected. The snorkeling in the rough waves had very little to see underwater; aside from a sea turtle, there were only two types of fish that appeared alternately, so there were hardly any fish at all. The water was murky, and I couldn't see even a meter ahead. The water slide was only worth doing once. On the water trampoline, I couldn't really bounce; I just lay there sunbathing. It felt nice, and I ended up falling asleep, which was the most luxurious part of the experience. While I think it was good to have had a unique experience, I wouldn't recommend it.
まずチェックインカウンターの場所の事前案内が雑。住所をGoogleに入れて行ったが、そこにはカウンターは無い。近くの漁業関係者に聞いてここではなく、向こうだと言われ行くも、アクティビティ主催者の名前のあるカウンターがなかなか見つからない。たまたまここの主催者の場所はどこか聞こうとしたところ、カウンターのお姉さんが自分の名前を呼んでくれたので、ようやく辿り着きました。アクティビティ自体は期待してたのとは違い、荒波の中のシュノーケリングで、水中を除いてもウミガメはもちろん、魚も2種の魚がかわりばんこに出てくるぐらいで、ほとんどいません。水中も濁っていて、1m先も見えない状況でした。ウォーター滑り台も一回やれば十分。水上トランポリンではトランポリンできるはずもなく、ただ寝そべって日焼けごっこ。気持ちよくて寝てしまったがそれが1番贅沢でした。貴重な経験ができたのでよかったとは思いますが、おすすめはしません。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/06/19 |
Reviewed by: Ross J
Great experience! Guaranteed turtle sighting. The crew was great! Best prices to get the most complete experience. I plan on re-using when I travel to Oahu in the near future.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/06/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/05/24 |
Reviewed by: Jeremy.
Had a great time Sailing and watching the turtles and snorkeling. The staff was great and very helpful. Overall great experience and recommend to anyone
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/04/15 |
Reviewed by: Todd
Crew and the Boat were great! The activity however was very crowded with many boats and other people, I guess that is to be expected! But I want to emphasize that the boat and crew were Top notch!!! Thank you Moana!!!
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/19 |
Reviewed by: Matt
Well what can I say? The team was kind and answered any and all questions we had. We were promised sea turtles and we got just that. Getting to swim atleast 1.5meters away from the turtles as the came to the surface multiple times. Being able to observe multiple sea turtles swimming around the depths and the various fish of the reef. To wrap up an already amazing and special experience, we also got a lengthy surprise visit from a family of dolphins swimming up close and personal to the catamaran as we headed back to the harbour. Like I said, what can I say?! Definitely recommended to all who are interested. 5/5
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/31 |
Reviewed by: Jen
Turtles!!!!! We had a ton of fun, staff was awesome and super helpful.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2022/04/01 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/19 |
Reviewed by: A. Vergara
- Crew was super friendly and helpful. Family-owned.
- Drinks and snacks were provided during the tour
- Best part: spotted a whale close to our boat on our way to Turtle Canyon; seen turtles and lots of fish during the snorkeling session
- The current was a little strong in the afternoon but still worth the trip
- Overall super fun experience
- Definitely recommend!
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One FREE! Waikiki Turtle Canyon Snorkel Cruise (2 hrs) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2022/03/31 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/03/30 |
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