Reviewed by: okidoki76
I participated in the afternoon, and the weather was cloudy. I rented equipment because I wanted to experience snorkeling. The wind was strong, and I almost got swept outside the buoy, but the staff member quickly came to help and provided support, which was reassuring. While snorkeling, many fish were swimming around the coral reefs, making it feel like an aquarium. After getting cold, I returned to the boat for a light lunch with sandwiches. The staff's live ukulele and guitar performance was very good and added to the fun atmosphere. There were more foreign guests (Mexican, Spanish, and others) than Japanese guests on board, creating a lively ambiance. If the weather had been a bit sunnier and the wind calmer, I might have enjoyed it even more. It might also be good to check the low tide times before going.
午後からの参加で天気は曇り。SAPを体験したくてレンタル。風が強くてブイの外まで流されそうになったが、スタッフのお兄さんがすぐにHELPに来てくれてサポートしてくれるので安心でした。シュノーケリングでは多くの魚がサンゴ礁の周りを泳いでいて水族館のよう。体が冷えた後は船内に戻り、サンドイッチで軽くランチ。スタッフのウクレレ&ギターの生演奏がとても上手で、盛り上げてくれました。船内は日本人客より外国人客(メキシカン、スパニッシュ、others)の方が多く、とても賑やかな雰囲気でした。もう少し晴天と風が緩やかであれば、もっと楽しめたかも。あと干潮時を調べていくと良いかも。
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| Packages: | 【4/15~5/15限定キャンペーン】午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/04 |
Reviewed by: Jacob
Crew was very helpful and friendly. Plenty of turtles to see. Unforgettable experience
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/05 |
Reviewed by: Neil
Very limited instruction was given into how to use the mask and snorkel. Mine was all twisted up and none of the staff provided any assistance.
The reef area is choppy and murky making it very difficult to see. There were 4 other boats there so the area was quite crowded. We saw 1 turtle and a few fish. Pretty disappointing.
If you are looking for a magical reef experience then I suggest go somewhere else like the Great Barrier Reef in Australia.
Back on the boat we were offered 1 drink only even though the tour says 3 alcoholic drinks are provided.
Wouldn't recommend.
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/02 |
Reviewed by: コニコニ
We enjoyed 15 minutes of live music on the boat and spent 2 hours playing in the shallow area. The captain and other staff were all cheerful and fun, and the live music added to the great atmosphere. Although the weather was cloudy, the water wasn't cold, and we had plenty of activities to enjoy. It seemed difficult to get there on our own, so we opted for the shuttle service to the hotel.
生演奏付きの船で15分、遠浅のエリアで2時間遊びました。
キャプテンやその他のスタッフがみんな陽気で楽しく、生演奏も雰囲気が良かったです。
お天気が曇りだったのですが、水も冷たくなくたっぷりアクティビティを楽しめました。
自力で行くのは難しそうだったので、ホテルまでの送迎をオプションで付けました。
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour. Thank you for participating. From all of us at KBOS.
この度はツアーを楽しんで頂けた様で大変嬉しく思っております。ご参加頂きありがとうございました。KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 【4/15~5/15限定キャンペーン】午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/07 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/03 |
Reviewed by: H Huskisson
Awsome experience with experienced guides.
Swam close to turtles en enjoyed sailing up and down the bay while sipping champagne.
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| Packages: | [2025] Turtle Canyon Snorkel Sail |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/06 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/04 |
Reviewed by: Jamyprim
I don’t usually leave reviews unless it’s a really terrible experience OR an AWESOME ONE! Let me just start by saying my group & I did this on Thursday and we booked to go back on Saturday!!! That’s how amazing the crew and the experience was! Worth every penny.
We had an 8 yr old and she was able to enjoy the water too it’s deff kid friendly.
You can take your cooler with beer, drinks and snacks. The water is crystal clear and only like 3-4 ft tall. Take cash to tip the crew and live band, they’re ALL so awesome!!
Big Mahalo! for joining our tour and your great review. - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Spring Special Deal! Morning Standard Tour [April 15th - May 15th] |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/05/03 |
Reviewed by: 匿名希望
This tour is a lot of fun as you can really feel like you're abroad, with all the other guests being foreigners. On the day of the tour, we were told it would be the best day ever, and when we arrived, we saw 5 to 6 turtles sleeping on the ocean floor, which was a sight I had never seen before. Of course, there were also many turtles swimming around, and during snorkeling, it was filled with turtles. I was surprised to see so many turtles in Waikiki.
After snorkeling, we enjoyed a cruise while listening to famous international songs, taking in views of Waikiki hotels and Diamond Head. We raised the sails and sped up, enjoying a leisurely time with a pleasant breeze.
Don't forget to bring tips!
私たち以外全て外国人のお客様なので、海外にいることを感じられ、とても楽しめるツアーです。当日、今日は最高の一日になる、との説明があり、期待して行くと、カメが海底でくっついて5~6匹寝ており、こんな光景は初めてでした。勿論、泳いでいるカメも何匹もいて、シュノーケル最中はカメだらけでした。こんなにもワイキキにカメがいるとは驚きでした。
シュノーケル後は、海外の有名な曲を聴きながら、ワイキキのホテルやダイヤモンドヘッドを眺めながらのクルージング。帆を上げてスピードアップをしながら、心地よい風と共にゆっくり過ごしました。
チップを忘れないで持っていって下さい。
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| Packages: | 基本プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/05/05 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/30 |
Reviewed by: Susan
Absolutely one of my favorite things that we did. Our guide Micky was friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. I would recommend this to anyone. We saw some cool sea life and had the opportunity to hold some sea creatures.
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| Packages: | Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/30 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/27 |
Reviewed by: Alexgreen
Had so much fun! Micky was amazing; gave clear instructions and made us feel comfortable and safe! Great knowledge as well. Super beginner friendly! All the gears fit great. Highly recommend :)
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| Packages: | Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/27 |
Reviewed by: みゆ
Both instructors were friendly and I was able to warm up to them quickly. They provided a summary of the video content in Japanese before we entered the ocean, and it was clear that they genuinely love the nature of Hanauma Bay. It seemed like they were well-acquainted with the reception and traffic management staff, which added to my sense of security.
I have visited Hanauma Bay twice before as an individual, not for activities, but I think first-timers should definitely take advantage of this activity, and even those returning for a second time or more will find it enjoyable.
インストラクターのお二人とも親しみやすくて、すぐに打ち解けられました。海に入る前に観る映像の内容を事前に日本語で要約してくださって、またハナウマ湾の自然を心から愛していることが伝わってきました。受付や交通整理の人にも顔がきくようで、安心感もありました。
これまでハナウマ湾には2回アクティビティではなく個人で来たことがありましたが、初めての方はこちらのアクティビティを利用された方がいいと思いますし、2回目以降の方も楽しめると思います。
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/26 |
Reviewed by: マギー
I waited for over 30 minutes at a very crowded meeting point without any announcements. However, once we got on the bus, it was the usual fun tour. Thanks to the crew's support, my 80-year-old grandmother had a great time!
すごく混み合っている集合場所でアナウンスもないまま30分以上待たされました。でも、バスに乗ってからはいつもの楽しいツアー。80歳のおばあちゃんもクルーのサポートのおかげでたっぷり楽しめました!
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. On the day of the tour, there were customers who arrived late at a different meeting point, which caused a delay for the other customers, and we sincerely apologize for that. However, we are very relieved to hear that you enjoyed the tour. 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。ツアー当日は他の集合場所に遅れてきたお客様がおり、後のお客様をお待たせする事となってしまい大変申訳ございませんでした。それでもツアーを楽しんで頂けたとのお言葉を聞けて大変ホッとしております。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 |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/03 |
Reviewed by: Bec
We loved our snorkeling experience, our guides were always friendly and helpful. I had my two children with me with varying abilities and the guides were easily able to accommodate for them. We had a fantastic experience.
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| Packages: | Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/01 |
Reviewed by: Davo from oz.
So easy to access from the beach, and a short ride to the turtles. Loved how music playing from the catamaran allowed surfers to allow our exit and entry.
Great captain and deck hands, with turtles sighted during our trip
Highly recommend this tour.
5 stars.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/05 |
Reviewed by: MEG
I was looking forward to the activity.
Shortly after departure, we encountered a pod of dolphins!
I'm not a great swimmer, but I was able to enjoy snorkeling without any issues, and I also got to see a sea turtle!
The staff were all lively, and there were Japanese people among them, so I felt安心して楽しめました!
Thank you very much.
楽しみにしていたアクティビティ。
出港してまもなくイルカの群れに出会えました!
泳ぎは苦手ですがシュノーケリングも問題なく楽しめ、ウミガメを見ることもできました!
スタッフの方みんな賑やかで日本人の方もいたので安心して楽しめました!
ありがとうございました。
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| Packages: | 無料特典付き!/8:00 出港(2024年5月14日まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/02 |
Reviewed by: EKC
It was really fun. the staff were very nice and the live band was so fun! 10/10 experience! Everyone was so friendly
Mahalo for the review & kind words our crew! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/13 |
Reviewed by: Kendra Smith
This was an excellent experience from start to finish! Dan promptly picked us up from our hotel and took us to Hanauma Bay. He took care of collecting all of our gear needed for snorkeling and had wet suits to rent if needed. Dan gave great instructions/tips to the group on how to snorkel. Dan and his partner then took us throughout the bay to the best sites to see the tropical fish. He even took pictures for us! I highly recommend this tour! It is an experience we won’t forget!
Thank you Kendra, you guys dud great!
Hope we see you again.
Dan and Chieko.
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| Packages: | Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/24 |
Reviewed by: Janet
One of the best experience of my life! Amazing views accompanied by an amazing staff! This activity can be what you make of it! A nice family time, relaxing time, party animal time or the adventurer!
Mahalo for the review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Got to see a turtle and a few awesome looking fish!
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Nice quick snorkel session, gets you out on the Waikiki waters!
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/19 |
Reviewed by: Luis
This was a very cool tour! This was my friends and I first time visiting Hawaii and this tour made it very memorable for us! It was a lot of fun sitting on the net and getting splashed by the waves. The staff was super friendly and amazing. We got to see sea turtles and other marine life. Only downside is that there are other tour boats in the same location. So there's about a hundred people snorkeling in the water and it gets crowded super fast. People bumping and pushing each other or kicking each other in the water. Kinda felt like the scene in titanic lol. Other than that, it was a very cool tour! I'll definitely do it again when I plan my next trip!
I also recomend you bring a GoPro camera to take videos and photos.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/20 |
Reviewed by: Vern
Crew was over the top. Attentive, professional, safety first and great bartenders. Saw numerous turtles and colorful fish .
Amos blows a great conch shell.
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/22 |
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 |
Reviewed by: A Mercer
The staff was friendly, helpful and professional. The trip was wonderful and there are many providers available, and the value for service on this trip was excellent. They were punctual, the equipment was in good condition. Turtle Canyon has turtles, but lots of other tour boats. They were very situationally aware which kept us safe. We also got some bonus dolphin activity on the way out and back. Two thumbs up.
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise (8:30 AM) |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/25 |
Reviewed by: Happy travels
Just kind of boring. Better suited for families with little kids. Food was gross. No booze to order. There’s nowhere to shower or change afterwards either.
We are sorry to hear that you couldn't enjoy our tour. -Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/29 |
Reviewed by: Jess from CA
This was such a a fun time! The crew and musicians are what made it so good. They all exude the aloha spirit. The live music was such a a treat, they had really good rapport with our group and were so fun, and talented too. The crew was so wonderful and so nice.
The bay itself is a treasure, so so beautiful. The water is gorgeous, the mountains are stunning. They provide paddle boards, kayaks, snorkel gear, and volleyballs.
And the crew is very helpful with all of the gear and how to.use.it. I would recommend it!
Mahalo for your great review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/26 |
Reviewed by: なるちゃん
The blue sea and blue sky. I was healed by the wonderful scenery. It was great to walk in the water and enjoy feeding the many fish. The live music on the boat was also fantastic. It became a very nice memory.
青い海、青い空。素晴らしい景色に癒されました。海の中を歩いて楽しんだり、沢山のお魚に餌を揚げて楽しんだりいろいろ遊べて良かったです。船の中での生演奏の歌も素晴らしかったです。とてもいい思い出になりました。
We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed the tour and that it became a memorable time for you. Thank you very much for participating in the tour.
From all of us at KBOS
ツアーを楽しんで頂き、何よりも思い出のお時間になったとお聞きし大変嬉しく思います。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。 KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/17 |
Reviewed by: oluolu
I used a private cruiser.
Captain Masaki was friendly, kind to the children, and very reliable.
I had checked the tide chart in advance, but since it was negative (I thought, maybe the sandbar would be out if we were lucky?), I didn't have high expectations. However, the sandbar appeared beautifully, and everyone was thrilled! It was cold, so I hesitated to get in the water at first, but the captain helped by saying, "I have wetsuits!" which was a great relief. We enjoyed paddleboarding and playing with water guns...
After playing for a while, we went snorkeling, and when the captain said, "Look, there are sea turtles down here," I looked where he pointed and saw a sea turtle. I was moved to see so many sea turtles. The children got to ride on a Zayak, which has a transparent bottom for observing underwater, and the captain pulled them along, so our whole family was able to observe the ocean and see the sea turtles, spending a wonderful time together.
It seems not only the adults but also the children had a great time, as they said, "I want to go to the heavenly sea again!"
Thank you for the wonderful time.
I also enjoyed chatting with driver Tim.
プライベートクルーザーを利用させて頂きました。
キャプテンのMASAKIさんも気さくで子供にも優しくて頼もしい方でした。
潮位表を事前に見ていましたが、マイナスになっていたから(運が良ければサンドバーが出てるかも?)とそれほど期待せずに行きましたが、しっかりとサンドバーが現れており、皆大喜び!
寒かったので初めは水に入るのを躊躇していたらキャプテンが「ウエットスーツあるよー」と貸してくれたからかなり助かりました。supしたり水鉄砲で遊んだり…
ひとしきり遊んだ後にシュノーケルをしましたが「ここ、ウミガメいるよー下ー」ってキャプテンの言う先を見るとウミガメがいて、たくさんのウミガメを見ることが出来て感動しました。
子供はZAYAKというソリの底面が透明になっていて水の中が観察できるものに乗せてもらってキャプテンがずっと引っ張ってくれたので、家族全員でそれぞれが海の中を観察してウミガメを見られて素晴らしい時間を過ごせました。
大人だけでなく、子供もすごく楽しかったみたいで「また天国の海に行きたーい!」と言っています。
素敵な時間をありがとうございました。
運転手ティムのおしゃべりも楽しかったです。
Thank you very much for using the Captain Bruce's Paradise of the Sea tour and private charter! I will pass on your warm compliments to Captain Masaki and Driver Tim. We are very happy to hear that your whole family enjoyed the experience. Please come back to meet many sea turtles the next time you visit Hawaii. All of us, including Captain Masaki, look forward to seeing you again!!!
キャプテンブルース天国の海ツアー、貸し切りチャーターをご利用頂き誠にありがとうございます!!キャプテンまさき、ドライバーティムへの温かいお褒めコメントは本人に伝えますね。ご家族皆様に喜んで頂けとても嬉しく思います。次回ハワイに遊びにお越しになる際には沢山の海ガメに会いに戻って来て下さいませ。キャプテンまさきをはじめスタッフ一同またお会いできる日を楽しみにお待ちしております!!!
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| Packages: | ラウンジボート利用プラン (2024年3月まで) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/30 |
Reviewed by: Rebecca
enjoy this tour. I got a chance to try all the activities. All the crews are enthusiastic and nice, supportive. Life guards paid attention to our safety all the time.
Mahalo for your review & kind words for our crew! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/18 |
Reviewed by: Sam
my friends and I attended the mai tai catamaran cruise on a beautiful afternoon sail. Dustin and Ryan were great tour guides and gave wonderful drinks.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Delight Cruise |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/18 |
Reviewed by: sf
excellent time with fish and turtles.
crew was also excellent :)
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| Packages: | [2:00 PM] Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/04/20 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/17 |
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Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We also appreciate you sharing your review and photos. From all of us at KBOS.
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。レビュー&写真も共有頂きありがとうございます。KBOS スタッフ一同