Reviewed by: みみ
There was singing, services like spam rice balls, hula dancing, and a lot of other activities besides sea turtle snorkeling, which made it enjoyable! Having a Japanese guide eased my worries. The sea was also very beautiful.
However, reflecting on my experience, I had never gotten seasick before, so I didn't take any motion sickness medication, but the boat rocked quite a bit and I started to feel unwell. I think it would have been better to take the medication. Perhaps reading the lyrics while singing contributed to my nausea as well. My husband and son went up to the second floor of the boat and said they really enjoyed feeling like they were driving the boat, so I think I would have enjoyed it even more if I could have done that too...
歌あり、スパムおにぎりなどのサービスあり、フラダンスもありで、ウミガメシュノーケリング以外のものも盛りだくさんで、楽しめました!!日本人ガイドさんがいてくれたので不安もありませんでした。海もとてもキレイ。
ただ自分への反省として、今まで酔ったことがなかったので酔い止めは飲まなかったのですが、結構船が揺れて気分が悪くなってしまいました。酔い止めは飲んだ方がよかったかなと思いました。もしかしたら、歌を歌う時に文字を読んだのも、酔いに繋がったのかも。夫と息子は船の2階に上がって、自分が船を運転している気分になってとても楽しめたと言っていたので、それも出来たらもっと楽しめたな…と思いました。
酔い止めを飲んでおくことをお勧めします。あとは、元気ならぜひ船の2階に上がってみてください!
Dear Mimi,
Thank you very much for participating in our "Turtle & You, Waikiki Turtle Snorkeling"!
We are very pleased that having a Japanese guide allowed you to join us with peace of mind and that you enjoyed experiences beyond snorkeling, such as singing, hula dancing, and spam musubi. We're glad you could take advantage of the spam musubi service, which is available only until the end of March this year.
Thank you also for your feedback regarding seasickness. It can be easy to get seasick due to the ocean's swaying, so we recommend preparing motion sickness medication. We hope that next time you join us, you will also go up to the second floor of the boat and have an even more enjoyable time!
We sincerely look forward to seeing you again 🌺 Mahalo
みみ様
このたびは弊社の「タートル&ユー、ワイキキタートルシュノーケリング」にご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました!
日本人ガイドがいたことで安心して参加していただき、歌やフラダンス、スパムむすびなど、シュノーケリング以外の体験もお楽しみいただけたこと、大変嬉しく思います。
スパムむすびのサービスは今年の3月末までとなりますので、ラストチャンスでご利用いただけて良かったです。
また、船酔いについてのご感想もありがとうございます。海の揺れによっては酔いやすいこともあるので、酔い止めの準備はおすすめです。次回ご参加の際には、ぜひ船の2階にも上がって、さらに楽しい時間をお過ごしいただけたらと思います!
またお会いできる日を心より楽しみにしております🌺 マハロ
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| Packages: | 【日本語クルー乗船確約】10:00発プラン(2025年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Rae
The crew was awesome, music awesome, had so much fun with my family tubing and playing volleyball. Highly recommend
Aloha Rae,
Thank you for your 5 stars review.
We are very happy to hear that you had enjoyed our sandbar tour.
We hope to see you again soon.
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Package with Choice of Banana Boat OR Bumper Tube Ride |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/31 |
Reviewed by: Sweet Crew!
The crew & live music and especially our little speed boat driver were all authentically kind and made our experience the best they possibly could.
You can arrive late for sure. We got there early and we waited a long time for departure.
Aloha,
Thak you for your 5stars review! We are all happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour. Hope to see you again soon!
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/15 |
Reviewed by: かさ
It was my first time on a bumper tube. It was more thrilling and exciting than any roller coaster. I also really enjoyed chatting with the Japanese female staff member.
人生初のバンパーチューブでした。どんなジェットコースターよりもスリリングでエキサイティングでした。日本人女性のスタッフの方との談話もとても楽しかったです。
Aloha Kasa,
Thank you for the 5-star review. We're glad to hear you enjoyed the bumper tube.
We hope you'll join us again.
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
Aloha かさ様
5star reviewをありがとうございます。
バンパーチューブを楽しんで頂けて良かったです。
ぜひまたご参加ください。
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | 午前プラン(バナナボート&バンパーチューブ付き) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/11/20 |
Reviewed by: ひなまま
This time, my 9-year-old son, my husband, my mother-in-law in her 70s, and I participated together. The reception was a bit hard to find as it was located inside the Outrigger Reef Waikiki Beach Resort, across from the ABC Store. However, when I showed the voucher to the hotel staff, they kindly directed me to the reception area. When the time came, the staff gave a brief explanation (in all English), and then we all walked to the dock to board the boat. We were the only Japanese participants, which made us a bit anxious, but there were people from various countries joining us.
Once on the boat, the friendly staff explained snorkeling and talked to us in English. They patiently taught us how to inflate the life jackets, put on the fins, and wear the masks. As we listened to the explanations, we quickly arrived at the snorkeling spot and jumped into the sea! The beautiful ocean and numerous fish were amazing, and we even saw about five sea turtles up close! It was so close that it was surprising!
Additionally, soft drinks (like cola and Hawaiian drinks) and snacks were available for free, so we could eat whenever we felt a bit hungry.
After finishing snorkeling, we didn’t head back immediately but went sailing further out. We enjoyed many scenic views, even reaching the backside of Diamond Head. Sitting on the netting part of the boat while sailing was fantastic. We even spotted a whale, albeit briefly!
We had a very fulfilling time with snorkeling followed by sailing.
Here are some tips for those who will experience this:
1. If you are prone to motion sickness, be cautious as the boat can sway, and the waves during snorkeling can be intense. (I actually took motion sickness medication, but I still felt quite sick and had to return to the boat early. My son and husband, however, did not get sick and enjoyed the entire time.)
2. There are many other tours at the snorkeling spots, so there is a risk of getting separated if you get too absorbed in snorkeling. I made sure to stay close to our boat's staff.
3. Beginners in snorkeling may need to have some stamina. Fortunately, we were okay since we had some experience, but for first-timers, the wave height and moving to different spots might be challenging. However, it was nice that we could choose to return to the boat whenever we wanted.
I’ve mentioned three points, but overall, I am very satisfied!
今回、9歳の息子と私たち夫婦、70代ばあばの4人で参加しました。
受付はアウトリガーリーフワイキキビーチリゾートのホテル入って奥の方のABCストアの向かい側で初めてだと分かりずらいかもですが、ホテルのスタッフの方にバウチャー見せたら受付の場所を教えてもらえました。時間になるとスタッフの方が軽く説明をして(オール英語)、その後みんなで船着場まで歩き船に乗りました。日本人は私たちだけで不安でしたが、みなさん色々な国から参加されていました。
船に乗ると気さくなスタッフの方がシュノーケリングの説明や、色々英語で話してくれました。
ライフジャケットの空気の入れ方や、フィンの付け方、マスクの付け方など丁寧に教えてくれました。
説明を聞いているとすぐにシュノーケリングスポットにつき、いざ海へ!
綺麗な海とたくさんの魚、お目当ての海亀も五匹ほど間近で見れました!近すぎてびっくりするくらい!!
また、ソフトドリンク(コーラやハワイアンドリンク)や、スナックはフリーで食べれるので小腹が空いた時自由に食べれました。
最後シュノーケリングが終わった後はすぐに戻らず、さらに沖の方はセイリング。
ダイヤモンドヘッドの裏側の方までいきたくさんの景色を楽しめました。やっとの網の部分に座ってのセーリングも最高でした。
最後に少しでしたがクジラも見えました!
シュノーケリングの、後のセーリングでとても充実した時間が過ごせました。
以下体験する方へのアドバイス
1、乗り物酔いする方は中々船の揺れや、シュノーケリングの、波も激しいので気おつけてください。(実際私は酔い止め飲みましたが途中で酔いがひどくなり先に船に戻りました。※息子や夫は酔わないので終始楽しんでいました。)
2、他のツアーがスポットにたくさんいるのでシュノーケリングに、没頭するとはぐれる危険性があります。こまめに自分の船のスタッフさんを連れての近くにいるようにしました。
3、シュノーケリング初心者は体力が必要かも。幸い私たちはシュノーケリングをしていたので大丈夫でしたが、初めての方だと波の高さや、スポットに毎回移動するのが困難かも
でも、船に戻りたくなったら先に戻っていいのでそこは自由で自身の判断でよかったです
3点書きましたが総合的には大満足です!
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/16 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Kara
We had such a great day on the sandbar, with the easy swimming and clear water alongside fun extras the boat provides!
Aloha,
Thank you for your 5 star review! KBOS team are very happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour.
Hope to see you again soon!
Mahalo,
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning All-Inclusive Tour Banana Boat & Bumper Tube |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/02 |
Reviewed by: エム
After the boat departed, we started with snorkeling at a specific point, and then we went out to sea for dolphin watching. The snorkeling time felt long, but for dolphin watching, it was like, "Is this it? Are we going back already?" We did see wild dolphins, but it was during their sleeping time, and it felt too short (laughs). I wonder if we were there for even 10 minutes... It was disappointing. The staff were very nice and made us feel at ease, so it's a shame.
船出発後、ポイント的にシュノーケリングが先でその後沖に出てドルフィンウォッチングしました。シュノーケリング時間は長く感じたのですが、ドルフィンウォッチングはえ、これで終わり?もう帰るの?という感じ。野生のドルフィンは見れてちょうど寝てる時間でしたが、短すぎる(笑)10分もいたかな、、、って感じです。期待はずれ。スタッフの方達はとても良い人たちで安心感もあったので残念です。
Thank you very much for participating in Dolphin & You Tour. We sincerely appreciate your valuable feedback.
We apologize for the short duration of the dolphin watching, which did not meet your expectations. As an eco-tour company, we prioritize observing wild dolphins in their natural environment without chasing them. Therefore, the time available for observation may vary depending on the dolphins' behavior and conditions. Additionally, if dolphins are hard to find, we may adjust the snorkeling time or change the order of watching and snorkeling based on sea conditions. We hope for your understanding in this matter.
We are encouraged by your kind words about our staff. We will continue to strive to provide tours that satisfy everyone, so we hope you will join us again in the future.
Once again, thank you for participating!
この度はドルフィン&ユーツアーにご参加いただき、誠にありがとうございました。 また、貴重なご意見をお寄せいただき、心より感謝申し上げます。
イルカウォッチングの時間が短く、期待に沿えなかったとのこと、大変申し訳ございません。弊社はエコツアー会社として認定されており、野生のイルカを無理に追い回すことなく、自然の中での観察を大切にしております。そのため、イルカの行動や状況によって、観察できる時間に差が出てしまうことがございます。また、イルカがなかなか見つからない場合は、シュノーケリングの時間を調整したり、海の状況に応じてウォッチングとシュノーケリングの順番を変更することもございます。何卒ご理解いただけますと幸いです。
スタッフについて温かいお言葉をいただき、大変励みになります。これからも、皆様によりご満足いただけるツアーをご提供できるよう努めてまいりますので、またの機会がございましたらぜひご参加くださいませ。
改めまして、ご参加いただきありがとうございました!
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| Packages: | 【日本語クルー乗船確約】8:00 出港(2025年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/10 |
Reviewed by: Nini
The tour is not good at all and I did not see fish and other sea animals
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| Packages: | Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/13 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/11 |
Reviewed by: rk
The staff members are very cheerful, and you can tell they are trying to entertain us. They understand Japanese to some extent, so I don't think there will be any issues. It can be a bit chilly during the rainy season, so a jacket is essential.
スタッフの方達がとても陽気で、こちらを楽しませようとしてくれてるのが伝わる。
日本語もある程度伝わるので、困る事もないと思います。
雨季だと少し寒いので、上着は必須です。
Aloha!
We are thrilled to receive a 5-star review. We are all happy to hear that you enjoyed our tour.
Please consider signing up for the sandbar tour with KBOS again.
Mahalo!
Team KBOS
アロハ!
5スターのリビューをいただけてうれしいです。 私たちのツアーを楽しんで頂けて、スタッフ一同うれしく思います。
また是非KBOSのサンドバーツアーにお申込みくださいませ。
マハロ!
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/05 |
Reviewed by: Deanna
Absolutely wonderful experience. Must try the banana boat ride for an opportunity to see giant sea turtles. We saw like 20. So beautiful. The music was fantastic. Thank you all so much 🌺❤️🌈
Aloha Deanna,
We are so happy to hear you enjoyed our tour.
Mahalo!
Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/08 |
Reviewed by: mam
The previous day's bad weather may have caused rough waves, and although I was able to see a few turtles, there were not many fish. It's unfortunate, but it's nature, so there's nothing we can do about it.
前日が悪天候だったためか、波が荒くて魚も少し亀が何とか見れたけど、自然相手だから仕方がないけど、残念でした。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/01 |
Reviewed by: つきちゃん
It was cold since we left early in the morning. The bus had the air conditioning on, so it was a good decision to bring a long-sleeved shirt. The cruise was comfortable, and we were able to see sea turtles and whales. It was a pity we didn't see any dolphins, but it was great to see the whales since they are only available in winter!
朝早く出発だったので、寒かったです。
バスも冷房が効いていたので、長袖持っていって正解でした。
クルーズは快適、ウミガメと、クジラが見れました。
イルカは残念でしたが、クジラの方が冬限定なので、見れて良かったです!
The bus is cold!
On the way back, you'll freeze if you're in a wet swimsuit.
I think it's best to dry off properly on the boat before heading back.
It was amazing to see a turtle swimming so cl
バスは寒いです!
帰り、濡れた水着だと凍えます。
船上でしっかり乾かしてからお帰りになるのが良いと思います。
カメがすぐ近くで泳いでいたのは感動でした!
Thank you for participating in Dolphin & You and for sharing your review!
It was a good decision to bring long sleeves, as the mornings can get chilly during winter. Although you didn't get to see dolphins, we appreciate your understanding and are glad you enjoyed the unique experience of encountering whales during this season. We're also happy to hear that you had the wonderful moment of meeting a sea turtle!
Additionally, thank you for your valuable feedback regarding the air conditioning on the bus. We will share this with the driver and strive to make your experience more comfortable. We look forward to seeing you again in the waters of Hawaii! Mahalo!🌺
このたびはドルフィン&ユーツアーにご参加いただき、またレビューをお寄せいただきありがとうございます!
冬の時期の朝は冷え込むので、長袖をお持ちいただき正解でした。イルカには会えなかったものの、冬ならではのクジラとの出会いを楽しんでいただけたこと、そしてご理解をいただけたことに感謝いたします。ウミガメにも出会えたとのことで、素敵な瞬間を体験していただけたようで私たちも嬉しいです!
また、バス内の冷房についての貴重なご意見もありがとうございます。ドライバーにも共有し、皆さまにより快適にお過ごしいただけるよう努めてまいります。
ぜひまたハワイの海でお会いできることを、スタッフ一同楽しみにしております! Mahalo!🌺
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| Packages: | 【日本語クルー乗船確約】8:00 出港 |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/02/06 |
Reviewed by: Chuy805
We went to Hawaii and we loved it there. Now sandbar Hawaii at another level. Everything is including paddle boards, snorkeling, canoeing and you get live music and food. This was the cherry on top of our trip don’t plan on going without making this trip.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/07 |
Reviewed by: LB
I loved this snorkeling adventure! The live music was really entertaining, and the lunch was yummy. I really liked that the staff who did the outfitting for your snorkel gear was attentive and caring and wanted to make sure you had a good experience! I liked that there was a small tow rope strung between the main vessel and the floating "lounge" area to help guide you through the water. The variety of activities was good too, with the banana rafts and the stand-up paddleboards. There was an activity here for every level of adventurer. I kind of wished the boat was a bit smaller and more intimate but I got used to the size quickly and really ended up enjoying the experience!
Just go on this trip! It was pretty fun and amazing.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/02/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/07/19 |
Reviewed by: またぴろ
I participated in a tour that ended in the morning. The weather wasn't very good, and it was a bit chilly, but I didn't feel as cold as I thought I would when I got into the water. During snorkeling, there were many colorful fish, and I encountered a turtle a couple of times. Additionally, a little further away, there was a pod of dolphins, making it a satisfying tour with a variety of experiences in a short time. Next time I come to Hawaii, I would like to recommend it to my friends and participate together.
午前中で終了するツアーでしたので参加してみました。余り良い天候ではなく、少し肌寒い気温でしたが海に入ると思ったより寒く感じませんでした。シュノーケリングでは様々な色の魚がたくさんいて、カメさんにも2度程遭遇デキました。更に少し先の方にはイルカの群れがいてたりと短時間で色々と満足デキたツアーでした。次回、ハワイに来た時には友人達に勧めて一緒に参加したいです。
It's a short time underwater, but you'll be swimming with fins. Since the kicking motion is not something you're used to, it can be quite tiring, so it's a good workout! (laughs)
短時間の海中ですがフィンを使用しての回遊。普段慣れないキック動作ですので結構疲れると思いますので良いトレーニングになりますよ(笑)
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/27 |
Reviewed by: Eskay
We booked the Kaneohe sandbar standard package as we had our 2 year old kid travelling with us. We got to do a bit of everything swim, snorkel, kayak and paddleboard. My son enjoyed his first kayak ride. There is a good deck once u reach the sandbar where we can relax in between activities. The crew were friendly and hospitalable. We enjoyed the music onboard. I would definitely recommend the Kaneohe sandbar experience to anyone visiting Oahu !!!!
Please check the weather and tide timings before you book.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/24 |
Reviewed by: kumi
The tour was very good.
It was disappointing that the pickup time was delayed. If there is going to be a delay, I would like to be informed by email. The phone line was not reachable. I hope this can be improved.
ツアーはとても良かったです
お迎えの時間が遅れていた事は残念です
遅れるならメールにて送って欲しいです
電話は繋がらないし
改善して欲しいです
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We apologize for the delay caused by traffic conditions on the day of the event. We will share your feedback internally. Thank you. From all the KBOS staff.
この度はツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。当日は交通状況によりお待たせしてしまった様で申し訳ございませんでした。頂いたご意見は社内で共有させて頂きます。ありがとうございました。 KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/24 |
Reviewed by: なぎ
It was a trip with small children, but we were able to enjoy it without getting bored. It was very fun.
I wanted to see the dolphins a little closer. Thank you.
小さな子どもズレでしたが、
飽きずに楽しむことができました。
とても楽しかったです。
もう少し近くでイルカが見たかったです。
ありがとうございます。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Lmcgraw
We did this just 8 months ago and we brought the rest of the family with us this time. There was 8 of us and everyone participated in all of the activities and it didn't matter that the weather wasn't perfect, the aloha shared by this team is what made this experience wonderful. Thank you for making our Obana's day!
Nice to have coffee as an option on cooler days
Mahalo for coming back & your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Rainy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/22 |
Reviewed by: R and L
We had an excellent adventure on our morning trip. The crew was great and took care of every possible detail to ensure all the guests had a good experience.
The live music was an added bonus that we truly enjoyed! Highly recommend this as a great way to spend a few hours on the water.
a long sleeve water shirt will be helpful for morning trips
Mahalo for your review! We are very happy that you enjoyed our tour. Hope you will join us again. - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/11 |
Reviewed by: Ashley's Fun Experience.
Kaneohe Bay was an unforgettable day on the water! The crew was welcoming and friendly, the music set the perfect vibe, and there were plenty of fun water activities to enjoy. The spacious deck provided a comfortable spot to relax right at the Sandbar, and the snorkeling experience was incredible, with some of the best fish to see up close. Highly recommend!
Mahalo for your review & recommendation! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/18 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Jovy
Amazing place and nice people will definetly go back again
Mahalo for your review. Come back soon!! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/17 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/15 |
Reviewed by: Kel
We had a blast at the sandbar! The boat ride there was fantastic with great music and a fun crew. Once there we got to hop on the Banana Boat w/ Captain Calvin and he really made sure we were comfortable with the speed (thumbs up for faster, shaka for same speed, and thumbs down to slow it up). In addition to that helped setup a ride back to the shuttle spot since my aunt had trouble walking that far. The staff there are the best!
We got lucky and went by some sea turtles while out there on the banana boat. They swam right beneath us!
There was also live music on the boat and it was sooo good. Great songs, great musicians and singers. Wow!
We also got to kayak around and tried the stand-up paddle board for the first time. It was amazing to be out in the ocean surrounded by the beauty of the water and green mountains. It's truly magical, and I hope it stays that way forever. We should all respect it and guard it.
This should be a "must do" when traveling to Oahu!
Definitely recommend getting on the Banana Boats + Raft! It's worth it!
Mahalo for your great review & sharing nice picture! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning All-Inclusive Tour Banana Boat & Bumper Tube |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/15 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/10 |
Reviewed by: ThunderH
The water was crystal clear and riding the stand-up pedal board was such a great experience. Every staff was very kind and welcoming. Also, kudos to the two musicians on the boat. The songs they played made the experience more enjoyable.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/10 |
Reviewed by: Beck
Staff is amazing and so kind! The sandbar is so clear and beautiful, we even saw a sea turtle paddle boarding around!
Mahalo for your review & beautiful picture! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/12/19 |
Reviewed by: Dcnewburn
Smooth boat ride to the sandbar. Lunch was enjoyable. Music was wonderful. Staff was friendly and attentive. Other than the weather which is uncontrollable, we had a wonderful time.
We're very happy to hear that your family had a wonderful time. Mahalo! -Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Cloudy |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/07 |
Reviewed by: N.H
At the beginning of January, there are no sandbars due to the rainy season, and the water is about waist-deep. However, you can enjoy plenty of kayaking, stand-up paddleboarding, and snorkeling. We also tried the banana boat, which was quite intense. The live music on the boat was excellent, and all the staff spoke a bit of Japanese and engaged with us a lot, which made it very enjoyable.
1月初めは雨季のためサンドバーはなく、腰くらいまで水に浸かります。ですがカヤック、SUP、シュノーケリングをたっぷり楽しめます。バナナボートもやりましたが、結構激しめでした。ボートでは生演奏がとても良かったのとスタッフ全員片言の日本語でたくさん話しかけてくれ、とても楽しかったです。
I think it's better to wear your swimsuit since there is only one changing room on the boat. Also, when the boat returns to the harbor, everyone will disperse right away, and there won't be a place to
ボートの更衣室が一つしかないので水着を着て行った方がいいと思います。また帰りもボートがハーバーについたらそのまま解散で港に着替えるところがないので、早めにサンドバーを切り上げて着替えた方がいいです。
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed it. We look forward to your next participation. From all the KBOS staff.
この度はツアーにご参加頂き誠にありがとうございました。楽しんで頂けた様で大変嬉しく思っております。またのご参加お待ちしております。 KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 午前プラン(バナナボートまたはバンパーチューブ付き) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Mp
The staff was super kind, activities where safe and long enough for you to enjoy your time at the destination + it’s guaranteed that you’ll see fish if you snorkel :)
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/03 |
Reviewed by: Please Don't Feed the Fish!
We took our teenage daughters on this tour. Staff were friendly and the day went smoothly overall. I was very disappointed to see that the staff chum the waters (feed the fish) in order to make this a better snorkel experience for guests. Feeding the fish makes them more aggressive, leads to overpopulation and affect their health.
While we appreciated the live music on board and music played over speakers when in the water, the loud cheesy music on the way home was just too much (Baby Shark, Gangnum Style etc. ) This may appeal to some tourists but just created a very loud experience and took away from our enjoying the natural beauty around us.
The Kaneohe Sandbar is worth visiting, just make sure you this type of experience is right for you b
Mahalo for your review. We are sorry about that you were disappointed to feed the fish & loud music. We shared your feedback to our crews and make an effort to meet high expectations. - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/02 |
Reviewed by: Kim
As a non-swimmer, I enjoyed the trip as much as my family. Every crew member is wonderful, fun, and put safety as priority. Highly recommended!
Mahalo for your review & recommendation! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Weather: | Sunny |
| Posted on: | 2025/01/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2025/01/04 |
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I recommend taking motion sickness medication. Also, if you're feeling well, definitely check out the second floor of the boat!