Reviewed by: ニッシン
I heard that a wetsuit is essential for the ocean in Hawaii during winter, so I thought it would be convenient to have it included in the tour price without any additional fees. Since I was a beginner in both Hawaii and snorkeling, I hoped for a tour without needing to rent a wetsuit. We went at a leisurely pace and had an incredibly valuable experience, going to very deep spots. The kids seemed to be impressed as well, saying they were scared but excited to see the fish!
冬のハワイの海はウエットスーツ必須ですよ、とのことだったのでもう先にツアー料金に組み込んで頂き、追加料金の発生が無いと便利だなと思った。ハワイもシュノーケルも初心者だったため、ウエットスーツは頼まずツアー希望していた。ゆっくりペースでとても深いところまで行ったりしてすごく貴重な体験をした。子供達も印象的だったようで、怖かったけどお魚さん見れた!と興奮していた。
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| Packages: | 7:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/12 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/08 |
Reviewed by: Claudia Mtz
It was a beautiful experience, lots and fun activities to do and the boat crew were super friendly!! We would definitely do it again, we had so much fun!! Thank you!
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/11 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/09 |
Reviewed by: Wolf
It was the coolest thing to do! Wasn't quite sure what to expect, but loved it. Getting that close to the fish underwater. Amazing.
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| Packages: | Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/15 |
Reviewed by: ぱぺ
Although it's called a sandbar, it seems that it only becomes a sandy beach for a few days a year.
In the deepest part, it's about 1 meter deep, I think.
It's nice to be able to enjoy relaxed marine leisure activities in the sea.
There were also some foreigners who brought beer and other drinks (on boats and floating islands).
It doesn't feel like marine sports, so I was able to enjoy it leisurely while taking in the beautiful scenery.
サンドバーとはいうものの、実際に砂浜になるのは年数日だそうです。
1番深い所で1メートルくらいかな?
海の中で、ゆるめのマリンレジャーができるのは良いです。
外国の方はビール等を持ち込んで飲んでいる人もいました(船や浮島で)
マリンスポーツという感じではないので、良い景色を見ながらゆる~く楽しめました。
Our tours do not have a set schedule, so guests can enjoy activities, relax on the floating island, or, like Mr. Pape, take in the beautiful scenery at their leisure. Everyone is able to enjoy the sandbar in their own way. Thank you very much for participating in our tour. From all the staff at KBOS.
弊社ツアーは時間セットを設けておりませんのでアクティビティをしたり、のんびり浮島でくつろいだり、ぱぺ様の様に景色を眺めを楽しんでいらっしゃる方もおり、皆様好きなようにサンドバーを楽しんで頂いております。この度はツアーへご参加いただ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: | 午後プラン |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Sergio
We had an amazing time. It was a really easy process from boarding and check in to the snorkeling to getting back to the dock. We got to see lots of fish and turtles. Anna and Zane were super helpful in making us feel comfortable especially since this was our first time snorkeling, I would recommend this especially if you are a first timer, we had a great time and really enjoyed every second of it
Aloha Sergio,
Im so glad to hear you had a great time out there with us and to hear our crew took great care of your party! look forward to having you guys back out with us soon!
Capt Drew
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| Packages: | Buy One, Get One Free - Review Rebate Special! Standard Package [11:00 AM] |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/10 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/07 |
Reviewed by: クマ
The wind was cold, but the sunshine was warm, and the seawater wasn't too cold, so I was able to enjoy the ocean until the end. At the snorkeling and kayaking spots, the staff provided support, so I could enjoy myself with peace of mind. Onboard, there was live music, and we had unlimited donuts and drinks, making it enjoyable even while on the boat.
風は冷たかったですが、日差しは暖かく、海水も冷た過ぎず、最後まで海の中で楽しめました。
シュノーケルの所やカヤックの所には、スタッフがサポートしてくれましたので安心して楽しむことがでしました。
船内では、生演奏の中、ドーナツ・飲み物が飲み放題で、船内にいても楽しめました。
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. We are very pleased to hear that you were able to enjoy the tour with peace of mind.
From all of us at KBOS
この度はツアーへご参加いただき誠にありがとうございました。安心してツアーを楽しんで頂けた様で大変嬉しく思います。 KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 午前プラン |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/09 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/17 |
Reviewed by: Anamari
The water was a little cold so we got out of the water sooner than we would have wanted, and so we didn’t see as much as we had hoped to. But we had fun and would do it again. Hopefully next time we will see more.
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| Packages: | [2024] Standard Package with Drinks Included |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/08 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/06 |
Reviewed by: mikan
I was picked up at a nearby hotel just after 8 AM, and it took about 30 minutes from Honolulu to the harbor. The cruiser was larger than I expected, with around 30 participants and about 10 staff members, but there was still plenty of space.
First, we received various explanations from a staff member who spoke Japanese, and as the cruiser set off, we enjoyed live ukulele music and singing until we arrived at the sandbar. We had three hours of free time, and since we had signed up for the banana boat and bumper tube, we were guided there first. After that, we went snorkeling, but the water was deeper than I thought, reaching up to my waist at 163 cm. However, there were many fish around the coral, and the kids were thrilled. There were also people playing water volleyball, floating on inflatable rings, and others relaxing on the cruiser.
It might have been just that day, but the wind was strong, and the temperature didn't rise, making it quite cold! It was mentioned to bring a bath towel, but we only brought three for five people, thinking we would just dry off quickly. After drying off, we were cold, and the kids were covering their heads with the towels, leaving us parents shivering. Thankfully, they provided warm herbal tea, which helped us get through it. So, for those participating, I recommend bringing something to wear after getting out of the water, even though it might be a bit of a hassle.
All the staff members were friendly and made an effort to understand our limited English, for which we were grateful.
There were ropes marking safe areas in the water, and staff members were stationed around to ensure we could play in a monitored area. The light snacks included several types of donuts, orange juice, water, and herbal tea, and my child loved the donuts so much that they kept asking for more. Additionally, there were two clean restrooms for each gender.
I would love to participate again if I go to Hawaii!
朝8時過ぎに近くのホテルでピックアップして貰い、ホノルルから船乗り場まで30分くらいの感じでした。
思っていたより大きなクルーザーでツアーに参加される人が30人くらいと10人くらいスタッフが居ましたが、それでも随分余裕がありました。
初めに日本語が話せるスタッフに色々な説明を受け、クルーザーが動き出し、ウクレレの生演奏や歌を聴いている間にサンドバーに到着しました。
3時間の自由時間があり、ウチはバナナボートやバンパーチューブを申し込んでいたので先にそちらに案内されました。
それが終わるとシュノーケリングをしたのですが、思っていたより深く163cmの私の股上あたりまで水がありました。でも珊瑚周辺は沢山の魚がおり子供が大喜びしていました。あとは水上バレーや浮き輪で浮いてる人、クルーザー中でゆっくり過ごす人様々でした。
その日はたまたまかと思いますが、風が強く気温も上がらずとにかく寒い!バスタオルは持参と書いてあったのですが、さらっと体を拭くだけかと5人で3枚しか持っていかなかったので体を吹いたあとは寒くて子供たちがバスタオルを頭から被っていたので親の私たち寒くて震えていましたが、暖かいハーブティーを用意してくれ何とかしのげました。
なので、参加される方は荷物になりますが、海から出たあと羽織れるものを持参される方がよいかと思います。
スタッフの方は皆フレンドリーで英語の拙い私たちの英語も理解しようとしてくださり感謝でした。
海の中でも行っても良い場所までロープが張られ、あちこちにスタッフの方が立って下さっており目が行き届く所で遊ぶ感じになっていました。
軽食はドーナツ数種類、オレンジジュース、水、ハーブティーでしたが、子供がこのドーナツを気に入り何度もお代わりしていたくらいでした。
あと、トイレも男女別で2つずつ用意されており綺麗でした。
またハワイに行ったらまた参加したいです
Thank you very much for participating in the tour. Since the weather can change and it can feel chilly after coming out of the sea, we recommend bringing something to wear, as you mentioned, Mikan. We look forward to your participation when you visit Hawaii again. Best regards, 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。天気が崩れたり風が吹いていると海から上がられた後に肌寒さを感じられることが多いため、Mikan様がおっしゃったように羽織れるものをご持参頂くとよろしいかと思います。またハワイへお越しの際には是非、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&バンパーチューブ付き) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/24 |
Reviewed by: TW
We had a great time. Crew was fantastic. Saw lots of sea turtles and fish!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (2:30PM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/04 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/03/02 |
Reviewed by: An
The best tour to go on in Oahu. Amazing vibes! Amazing live music! Great service! The food was ehhh, 3/10, but you can BYOB and eat before or after! Amazing time. Would highly recommend.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/10 |
Reviewed by: タックマン
The wind felt a bit cold, but the weather was nice and the sea was crystal clear—it was the best! Although we only spoke Japanese, the staff were very kind and made us feel at ease!
風が少し寒く感じましたが天気も良く海も透き通ってて最高でした!
日本語しか話せない私達でしたがスタッフのみなさんも凄く親切で安心できました!
We are very pleased to hear that you were able to enjoy the tour with peace of mind. Thank you very much for participating in the tour. From all of us at KBOS.
安心してツアーを楽しんで頂けた様で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: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/03 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/08 |
Reviewed by: Ayriel
The whole crew was amazing, kind and funny! Spending the day at the sandbar was such an incredible experience and I highly suggest it for anyone looking to spend a fun day in the ocean. Would definitely book this trip again, the live music was also just amazing!
Mahalo for your review & picture! We look forward to seeing you again. - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/03/02 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/29 |
Reviewed by: Nancy
Crew members were amazing! Saw beautiful coral and fishes. Fun activities for family with kids
Mahalo for the review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Kara
Not only did we get to see dolphins jumping around having a blast, but the sunshine was out!! It was a great day.
Aloha Kara,
Thank you for choosing Ocean Joy Cruises and for your kind words!
Have a great day.
We hope to see you again!
Mahalo,
Keren Hamami
Ocean Joy Cruises, Hawaii
keren@oceanjoycruises.com
(808) 677-1277
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| Packages: | Morning Snorkel Cruise with Transportation from Waikiki |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2023/12/07 |
Reviewed by: John Nieva
We love the setting of the boat lounge. All the staffs are very friendly and helpful. We love the donuts and drinks! The singers while sailing are also good. We also love how they guide us on how to do the snorkeling and how they are protecting us while doing our sandbar activities. Special thanks to Toby for checking on us while doing the paddle board. We will definitely go back with them on our next Oahu trip! Highly recommended! Don't go somewhere else if you want the best Sandbar experience!!!
We really appreciate the recommendation and hope to see you again soon! Mahalo! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Jose
Highly recommend. The staff explains everything to you on what to do and not to do. Staff got your back. Overall great experience
Mahalo for the review & recommendation! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/27 |
Reviewed by: Hanna
We had a great time with fantastic performances and snacks even before arriving at the sandbar. Even after the boat stopped, their wonderful performance continued. Thanks to that, returning to the boat after activities wasn't boring. Moreover, kids can see a lot of fish at a shallow depth for snorkeling. I highly recommend this tour! The staff are extremely kind and friendly.
Mahalo for your review and sharing pictures! - Team KBOS
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/29 |
Reviewed by: とみ
Both the participants and the staff created a great atmosphere, making it a memorable page in my travel experiences! I was able to see more animals than I expected. The food was delicious too.
参加者もスタッフもいい雰囲気で旅行の思い出の1ページになりました!動物も思ったより多く見れました。ご飯もおいしかったです。
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| Packages: | 【お得なセット割】7:00出港プラン |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2019/11/28 |
Reviewed by: LG
My 12 year enjoyed a lot. I am a non swimmer but with Faith guide it was a very good experience.
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| Packages: | Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/28 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/26 |
Reviewed by: ぽぽ
It was my first time snorkeling, and it became a wonderful memory! Having a Japanese guide was a great help for me since I'm not good at English. They swam alongside beginners and provided thorough explanations, which made the entire snorkeling experience enjoyable! If I have the opportunity to participate again, I look forward to it!
シュノーケリング初めてでしたが、とても素敵な思い出になりました!
ガイドさんで日本人の方がいるため、英語が苦手な私にはとても助かりました。
初心者の方に合わせて一緒に泳いでくださったり、ご丁寧な説明のおかげで終始楽しくシュノーケリングが出来ました!
また参加する機会がありましたら、よろしくお願いします!
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| Packages: | 12:00スタート |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/27 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/22 |
Reviewed by: Lizzy
Really great tour with friendly staff! The snorkeling was amazing and the banana boat was really fun. Loved it!
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Package with Choice of Banana Boat OR Bumper Tube Ride |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/24 |
Reviewed by: coffee
Boat crews were friendly and knowledgeable. They were like your adventure buddies. Super laid-back, cracking jokes, and making sure everyone was having a blast.
Mahalo for your review and kind words for our crew! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2022/09/10 |
Reviewed by: yu
I was worried because it was raining in the morning, but the sun peeked out along the way, and I was able to see a very beautiful sandbar! However, it was indeed cold in February.
朝雨が降っていたので、心配していましたが途中から晴れ間がのぞき、とても綺麗なサンドバーが見れました!ただやはり2月は寒かったです。
Thank you very much for participating in the tour and for sharing your photos. From all of us at KBOS.
この度はツアーへのご参加、またお写真も共有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(バナナボートまたはバンパーチューブ付き) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/26 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Daniela
So much fun, everyone is so friendly and such high energy. Good value for money. 10/10 would defiantly recommend.
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/25 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Danielle
My group consisted of friends/couples and one 8 month old baby. We booked this excursion without any of us having done this before and we all said we’d go back and do it again if we could! First off, the booking information and communication emails and texts were very helpful for day of event reminders. The instructions in the emails and texts were pretty detailed and easy to follow along. Once we arrive at the harbor, check in process and safety guide getting on to the boat was seamless and even allowed our large party that all booked separately to group up and grab a table together. Lunch was promptly served(we took the afternoon tour) and we took off for the sandbar. We booked the all-inclusive activities and I definitely recommend it for those who are more active/thrill seekers! There are safety guidelines that the crew goes over with you in detail to ensure safety for all passengers and I really appreciated that since our group had some hesitant or nervous to do the water activities. While we did have an 8month old infant with us and brought her own life vest, the crew came by to offer all infants and children life vests during their safety checks. We did all the inclusive activities offered and was still able to relax in the sandbar water and climb up to the floating lounge to hang out before we headed back to the harbor. The live music was phenomenal(I’m biased as a hula dancer maybe) and my group and I even got up to perform a hula for the other passengers and crew. The crew was friendly, informative, and playful which are all things that I hope for on fun excursions!
Mahalo for your review and sharing your experience! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon All-Inclusive Tour w/ Lunch, Banana Boat & Bumper Tube |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/23 |
Reviewed by: Kim
a little chilly but amazing view!
music and song was really good.
Great singer!
Mahalo for your review! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Morning Standard Package |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/24 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/31 |
Reviewed by: M.T
We participated as a family of five with children aged 6 and 7!
As we moved by boat, the color of the sea clearly changed, and the emerald green water was so beautiful that it left us in awe.
This time, the water depth was up to the adults' waists, which made it a perfect opportunity for our first challenges with snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and canoeing! The kids were able to touch the bottom, so we could enjoy ourselves safely until the end!
However, it was a bit cold, and my 6-year-old son, who couldn't touch the bottom, got scared and cried, retreating to the boat right away. I was a bit disappointed because I wanted him to play a little longer...
Next time in the summer, I strongly hope to join when we can see the sandbar in its true form!!
This time, the kids wanted to ride the banana boat and the tube, so we all participated, and they all said it was the best!!
Thank you for ensuring a safe environment with proper supervision!
I'm really glad we participated!
6.7.9歳の子連れ家族5人で参加しました!
船で移動すると明らかに海の色が変わり、エメラルドグリーンの海がとてもキレイで感動しました。
今回は大人の腰上辺りまでの水深だったため、シュノーケリング、サップ、カヌーは初めてのチャレンジするのにちょうど良かったです!子どもたちも足がついたので、安心して最後まで楽しむことができました!
ただ少し寒かったので、6歳の息子は脚もつかないため怖かったのか号泣してすぐ船に撤退してしまいました笑 もう少し遊んで欲しかったので残念、、、
次は夏、是非サンドバーの本来の姿か見れるタイミングで参加したいと強く思いました!!
今回は子どもたちがバナナボートとチューブをしたいと言ったので、そちらもみんなで参加して子どもたちは最高だった!!と口を揃えて話しています。
安全に過ごせるよう監視体制もしっかりして下さり、ありがとうございました!
参加して本当に良かったです!
It seems that you enjoyed the activities with your family, and we are very pleased about that. Thank you for participating in the tour. From all of us at KBOS.
ご家族でアクティビティを楽しんで頂けた様ですね、大変嬉しく思っております。この度はツアーへのご参加ありがとうございました。 KBOS スタッフ一同
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| Packages: | 午後プラン(バナナボート&バンパーチューブ付き) |
| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/23 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/21 |
Reviewed by: Kara
We had a great time. Picked us up in Waikiki, got on cat for 15 min and had a light lunch and swam and snorkeled. Everyone was fantastic. The two men playing music was a treat. Great time on a full boat!
We're very happy to hear that you had a great time. Mahalo! - Team KBOS
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| Packages: | Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch |
| Attended as: | Friends |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/22 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/20 |
Reviewed by: Sophia
I initially signed up for a turtle snorkeling tour, but it turned out to be so much more than that. It transformed into the most unforgettable whale watching adventure of our lives! We were fortunate enough to witness over 20 humpback whales just off the coast of Waikiki. It was truly a breathtaking sight.
I wanted to express my sincere appreciation for the flexibility in the itinerary. The fact that we were given the opportunity to dedicate some time to whale watching before snorkeling made the experience even more remarkable.
I wholeheartedly recommend the private Catamaran experience to anyone passing through Honolulu. The combination of the stunning natural beauty and the outstanding service provided by your team made it an unforgettable journey.
Thank you once again for creating such a memorable experience. I look forward to sharing this recommendation with friends, family, and fellow travelers.
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| Packages: | Afternoon Private Snorkel Package (2:00PM) |
| Attended as: | Couples |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/21 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/02/15 |
Reviewed by: Sarah
We enjoyed the trip. The staff were helpful, friendly and fun.
We saw loads of sea turtles and enjoyed the sailing out there.
The trip was great for all ages and the equipment was good quality.
We would go again!
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| Packages: | Afternoon Snorkel Cruise (2:30PM) |
| Attended as: | Families |
| Posted on: | 2024/02/19 |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/25 |
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Mahalo for your review & picture! We look forward to seeing you guys again. - Team KBOS