All Reviews for Kaneohe Sandbar, Oahu

I knew in advance that the tide wouldn't go below zero, but on this day, it felt like the tide was gradually rising. It was fun to do various activities like stand-up paddleboarding and kayaking. During snorkeling, we were given bread to feed the fish, and many of them came close.

潮位がマイナスにならないことは事前に分かっていたのですが、この日は段々潮位が上がっていく感じでした。
サップやカヤックなど、いろいろなアクティビティができて楽しかったです。
シュノーケリングでは、餌のパンをもらえて、魚がたくさん寄ってきます。

The sandbar is located inside the bay, so the waves were very calm. I usually get seasick, but this time I was fine. We saw turtles from the boat, and finally, we went snorkeling around the coral reef.

サンドバーが湾内なので波がとても穏やかでした。船酔いしやすい方ですが、今回は大丈夫でした。亀は船の上から見て、最後に珊瑚礁の周りをシュノーケリングしました。

The participants in the tour were mostly young people and families, and as a senior couple, we felt a bit out of place at first. However, driven by our long-held dream of swimming with the honu, we decided to join the tour.

Our experience was amazing! We were truly able to swim next to the honu. There were also various fish of all sizes nearby, allowing us to have the experience we had always dreamed of.

We also tried stand-up paddleboarding. I fell into the ocean several times, but it was fun, and while laughing, I managed to stand up eventually.

The staff engaged with each participant, and we had a really enjoyable time. I'm so glad we took the plunge and participated!

一緒のツアーに参加された方は、予想通り若い方たちや家族連れの方がほとんどで、シニア夫婦の私たちはちょっと気後れするかなと思っていたのですが、長年の夢だったホヌと一緒に泳ぎたいという思いから、思い切って参加してみました。
感想　最高でした！
本当にホヌの隣で泳ぐことができました。ほかにも大小さまざまな魚たちも近くにいて、あこがれていた体験ができました。
SUPにも挑戦しました。何度も海に落ちましたが、それも楽しく、あははと笑っているうちに何とか立つことができるようにはなりました。
スタッフの方からの参加者それぞれへの声掛けもあり、本当に楽しい時間を過ごせました。
思い切って参加して本当に良かったです。

This tour was the perfect amount of time and offered so many different things to do. Nothing better than enjoying the day with your teenaged kids and they actually enjoyed being together. Thanks to everyone, especially the driver for the tubing/banana boat. So much fun!

We love the experience they provide. Music is great. Staff is all good people and the activities are all fun. Definitely recommend doing it.

I participated about three years ago, and it was so great that I decided to join again this time. The staff were truly kind and friendly. There were also Japanese staff members who provided attentive support, so I think even those who are not used to it can participate with confidence.

This time, my family of three joined, and during snorkeling, the staff warmly watched over my slow-swimming daughter and even pointed out where the sea turtles were. Thanks to being able to see the sea turtles up close, my daughter, who is not very good at swimming, seems to have developed an interest in snorkeling.

If I have the opportunity to go again, I would like to participate next time as well.

3年ほど前にも参加したのですが、とても良かったので今回も利用させていだだきました。
スタッフの方は本当に親切でフレンドリー。日本人スタッフの方もいて、きめ細かい対応をしてくれるので、慣れない方でも安心して参加できると思います。
今回も家族3人で参加しましたが、シュノーケリングの時、泳ぎの遅い娘を温かく見守っていただいたうえ、ウミガメの居場所も教えていただきました。間近でウミガメを見ることができたおかげで、あまり泳ぎの得意ではない娘も、シュノーケリングに興味を持ってくれたようです。
また行く機会後あれば、次回も参加したいと思います。

From start to finish, this excursion was worth every penny! Phenomenal staff and awesome adventures!

Family friendly and safety conscious.

We were able to fully enjoy the ocean activities such as snorkeling, canoeing, and stand-up paddleboarding at our leisure. During snorkeling with the guide, we had a relaxed and private time, and we encountered sea turtles multiple times. My grandmother didn't go into the water, but she was happy to relax on the boat. Our whole family was very satisfied, and choosing a private cruise was definitely the right decision.

シュノーケル、カヌー、SUPなど自由に使用でき海の遊びを満喫できました。ガイドさんとのシュノーケルでは、ゆったりとプライベートな時間を過ごせ、ウミガメに何度も出会えました。祖母は海に入りませんでしたが、ボートでリラックスして過ごせて喜んでいました。家族みんな大満足で、貸切クルーズを選んで正解でした。

The staff were all cheerful and fun! Both the SUP and canoeing were enjoyable! The snorkeling was a bit cold, but it was great to see so many fish.

スタッフさんが皆明るくて面白い！supもカヌーも楽しかったです！
シュノーケルは少し寒かったけど、お魚がたくさん見られて良かったです。

The staff were friendly and very kind. They thoroughly explained how to use the snorkeling gear in advance, and after putting on life jackets, we were guided to deeper areas with coral reefs after getting accustomed in the shallow waters, while being closely monitored.

At the boundary of the shallow area, beautiful fish and sea turtles were swimming nearby, making for a very enjoyable time. After that, we played on the boards, and the parents seemed to have more fun than the kids. The weather was a bit disappointing with clouds, but my family didn't mind as it reduced the worry about sunburn.

スタッフの方は気さくでとても親切でした。シュノーケルの使い方など事前にしっかり説明されライフジャケットをつけて浅瀬で慣れてから珊瑚礁のある深めの所に誘導されましたがしっかり見守りもされていました。
浅瀬との境界で綺麗な魚や海がめが側で泳いでいてとても楽しい時間でした。
その後はボード遊びをして子供より親が楽しんでいました。天気は雲でやや残念でしたが日焼けの心配が減ったと家族は気にしていませんでした。

I participated with my child (5th grade). It was our first experience with banana boat, stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, and snorkeling, but the water depth was safe enough for adults to stand, so we enjoyed it safely.

子供（小5）と参加しました。バナナボート、Sup、カヤック、シュノーケル、全て初めての体験でしたが、大人の足が届く水深なので安全に楽しめました。

Although I didn't go until the tide was low enough to see the sandy beach, the weather was great and the view was amazing. The fact that the staff seemed to be enjoying themselves might be the biggest reason I felt relaxed. They served popular spam musubi, snacks, miso soup, cocoa, macadamia-flavored coffee, cola, Sprite, ginger ale, and guava juice (which I love because it makes me feel like I'm in Hawaii), along with Doritos, potato chips, and apples. It's good to have light snacks like this since overeating can make you feel queasy while snorkeling. While snorkeling, I was surprised to see sea turtles on the bottom and quite large fish (maybe a yellowtail?) swimming just below me, which was a great experience. The underwater scenery might have more small and beautiful fish like in Miyako Island, but the view of the sandbar sharply divided into two colors is unique to this place, so I'm satisfied.

干潮で砂浜が見えるまでは行かなかったものの、天気が良くて最高の景色でした。スタッフさんが楽しんでるのが一番こちらがリラックスできる理由かもしれません。人気のいやむすびのスパム握りとお菓子、味噌汁やココア、マカダミアフレーバーコーヒー、コーラ、スプライト、ジンジャーエール、グァバ缶ジュース（ハワイに来た感じがして私はこれが好き）ドリトス、ポテチ、りんごなどが出されます。食べすぎるとシュノーケルで酔ったりするのでこれくらいの軽食でいいです。シュノーケルではウミガメが底に見えたり、結構でかい魚（鰤ぐらい？）がすぐ下を通り驚きますがいい経験です。海の中は宮古島とかの方が小さくて綺麗な魚が多いかもしれませんが、二色にきっぱり分かれるサンドバーの景色はここしかないので満足です。

The weather was great, and it was amazing to see so many honu (sea turtles) 😀. The staff were all very kind, and I will participate again.

天気も良く、あんなに、たくさんのホヌに会えたのは、最高でした😀
スタッフさんも親切な方ばかりて、また、参加します。

I chose the plan with the banana boat. With about two and a half hours of activity time, I was wondering if it might be too much for just two adults before we started, but that was definitely not the case. We were able to enjoy activities for the entire duration! Especially during snorkeling, I was amazed to see so many fish gathering right in front of me, attracted by the food provided by the staff.

バナナボート付きのプランにしました。2時間半ほどの活動時間で、始まる前は大人二人には持て余すかな…？と思いましたが全然そんなことはありませんでした。時間いっぱいアクティビティを楽しむことができました！特にシュノーケルでは、スタッフさんにいただいた餌を目当てにたくさんの魚たちが目の前に集まってくれて感動しました。

I made the best memories with my grandchild. We experienced snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, and swimming in the ocean, which we can't do in Japan.

孫と最高の思い出ができました。シュノーケリング、サップ、海水浴を日本では体験できないことができました？

Nice short ride out to the sandbar. At high tide volleyball net was mostly under water. Life jackets and balls to throw readily available. Great staff.

We had a great time paddleboarding and snorkeling while watching sea turtles. The time flew by! Our guide was attentive to ensure everyone could enjoy safely, so the whole family had a blast. The scenery was also amazing, making the experience even more memorable.

SUPで遊んだり、海がめをみながらシュノーケリングしたり、あっという間の時間でした。
安全に誰も楽しめるようにガイドさんが気を配ってくれているので、家族全員楽しめました。景色も最高であっという間の時間でした。

I was able to see sea turtles in the beautiful ocean. I had a great time playing with the SUP and felt fulfilled. There was a temporary shower, but it didn't bother me, and I enjoyed myself. The crew members were also kind and fun people.

綺麗な海でウミガメにも会えました。ｓｕｐで楽しく遊べて充実して過ごしました。一時的にシャワーが来ましたが、気にもならず楽しめた。クルーの方達も親切で楽しいかた達でした。

I was able to use it with peace of mind, without any troubles. Thank you very much. I would like to use it again next time.

特にトラブルもなく、安心して利用できました。ありがとうございました。また、次回も利用したいと思います。。

I participated on the second day in Hawaii. A sister who is fluent in Japanese explained everything in a fun way with jokes. First, we played beach volleyball in the shallow water and took photos. After that, we had grilled meat on the boat, which was like a hamburger, and then we went snorkeling. I got to see coral and cute fish, and it was an amazing experience. I highly recommend it!

ハワイ２日目に参加しました。
日本語堪能なお姉さんが冗談交えて楽しく説明してくれ、まずは浅瀬の所でビーチバレーしたり、写真とったり。
その後船上で焼いてくれた肉をハサミハンバーガーをたべ、それからシュノーケリングへ。
サンゴやかわいい魚がみれてすごい堪能しました。
オススメです！

We had the most fun on the Kaneohe Sandbar Tour. We snorkeled, kayaked, played in the water, & had the best time!!! The staff was so helpful & wonderful. I highly recommend doing this. It was one of my favorite parts of our trip!

It was a very valuable experience. The scenery was especially wonderful, and I was happy to encounter many sea turtles on the way to the sandbar. Also, the guide was very kind and gentle, and there was someone who spoke Japanese, so I was able to enjoy it with peace of mind. The spam musubi we had on the boat was very delicious!

とても貴重な体験でした。
特に景色は素晴らしく、サンドバーに行く途中にたくさんのウミガメさんにも出会えてよかったです。
また、ガイドさんはとても親切でやさしく、日本語のできる方もいらっしゃったので安心して楽しめました。
船の中でいただいたスパムむすびがとても美味しかったです！

We had a great time ! Well organized and a lot of fun on the sandbar.

It was a wonderful experience! This wasn't our first in Captain Bob's Kaneohe sandbar snorkeling adventure and it's always perfect ! My family enjoyed so much the food was great and all the crews were very nice they will assist you in anyway special mentioned to Yukikosan you rock! We can't wait to come back here in Hawaii and do it again with Captain Bob's adventure!

Most of the customers were Asian. I felt it would have been better to do kayaking and stand-up paddleboarding first since there was a wait. I think they were from China, but it seemed like they didn't have the concept of taking turns.

Snorkeling can be enjoyed in just 15 minutes at the designated spot.

Since it was close to high tide, I couldn't walk, but I felt it would have been better to check the timing before going.

お客さんの大半がアジア人でした。カヤックやスタンドパドルは順番待ちがあるため先に行うとよかったと感じました。中国の方だと思いますが、交代という考えがないように感じました。
シュノーケルは決められた場所で行うため、15分もあれば楽しめます。
満潮に近かったため歩くことはできませんでしたが、時間を調べていくとよかったと感じました。

Highlight of the trip. Great crew and great views.

The sandbar is absolutely beautiful, crystal-clear water, and amazing mountain views all around.

The sea was, of course, beautiful, but this tour was not just about seeing the ocean. The staff really got everyone involved, playing beach volleyball and grilling delicious hamburgers. The service was excellent. Of course, it was in Japanese. I definitely recommend this over just a sightseeing tour.

海はもちろん綺麗だったんですが、このツアーはただ海を見るだけではなくて、スタッフが一緒に盛り上げてくれてビーチバレーをしたり、美味しいハンバーガーを焼いてくれたり、サービス最高でした。もちろん日本語でした。ただ見に行くツアーより断然オススメです。

We participated as two adults and one child (10 years old). It was an extremely enjoyable tour with a high level of satisfaction! I felt it was an experience that you can't have at the beach.

As for the transportation to the sandbar, we used the hotel shuttle bus. Since we participated in the morning session, the bus meeting time was early at 7:50 AM. The bus had ample seat width, making it spacious and comfortable.

By the way, the bus information is sent via SMS the day before. The message reminds you of the driver, bus details (color and license plate), time, and meeting place. If there are similar tour buses nearby the hotel, you can easily identify yours by checking the license plate. Just let them know your name when boarding.

After arriving at the site, you check in at the front of the boat, but you need to submit a consent form. If you print and sign it in advance, you can just hand it over on-site. Otherwise, it seems you need to fill it out and submit it there.

Once on the boat, you can enjoy juice and donuts while waiting for everyone to board, along with explanations in Japanese. The explanations are in broken Japanese, but you can understand them well enough, so there's no need to worry. On the way to the sandbar, you can listen to a live performance by musicians, which is very exciting and raises the mood. However, children who can't keep up with the rhythm might be surprised. Our child was like that (laughs).

After arriving at the sandbar, everyone puts on life vests and heads out into the sea. You can choose from snorkeling, stand-up paddleboarding, or kayaking, doing what you want first. There are limited numbers of stand-up paddleboards and kayaks, but if you wait a while, those who get bored will return them to the staff, and they will let you know in Japanese, "You guys are next!" So just talk to the staff and enjoy floating around while you wait. There are also child-sized snorkeling gear available, so it's safe.

Our family doesn't usually swim at all, and before participating, there were concerns from family members about whether the tour would be okay. However, wearing life vests made us feel secure and those worries quickly disappeared. Our child, who can't swim and can't touch the bottom at all, was excited and having fun. At first, adults just need to support them when getting from the boat to the sea, and after that, they should be fine.

The day we participated was cloudy, so it was quite cold at first, and I was worried, "Can we really stay in the sea?" But after a while, it cleared up and got hot. It's best to apply enough sunscreen.

Once it’s sunny, you can play so much that you forget the time! It was the best tour, and I would definitely like to participate again if I have the chance.

大人二人、子供一人(10)で参加しました。
非常～～～～に楽しく、満足度が高いツアーでした！
ビーチでは出来ない体験だと感じました。

サンドバーまでの移動手段ですが、私たちはホテル送迎バスを利用しました。私たちは午前のパートに参加したのでバスの集合時間は7時50分と早め。バスは座席幅に余裕があって、ゆったりとして快適でした。

ちなみに、バスの情報は前日にSMSメッセージが送られてきます。メッセージには、ドライバー、バスの情報（色やナンバープレート）、時間と集合場所がリマインドされます。ホテル近場で似たようなツアーバスが止まっていたら、ナンバープレートを見れば確実に判別できます。名前を伝えて乗り込みましょう。

現地到着後は、船の前で受付をしますが、同意書の提出が必要です。事前に印刷して署名していれば現地で渡すだけです。そうでない場合はその場で書いて提出が必要そうでした。

船内に入った後はジュースやドーナツを頂きながら、日本語での説明などを受けつつ全員の乗船を待ちます。説明は片言の日本語ですが十分意味は理解できますので心配はいりません。サンドバー到着まではミュージシャンのライブを聞けますが、とても迫力があってテンション上がります。もしかすると、ノリについていけない子供はびっくりしてしまうかもしれません。うちの子はそうでした（笑）

サンドバー到着後はライフベストを着用して、皆さんどんどん海に出ていきます。シュノーケルやサップやカヤック、やりたいものからやる感じです。サップやカヤックは数に限りがありますが、しばらく待っていれば飽きた方がスタッフに戻していくので、スタッフに話しかけておけば「あなたたち、次ね！」と日本語で教えてくれます。ぷかぷか浮きながら楽しく待ちましょう。シュノーケルは子供サイズもあるので安心です。

私たちは海水浴すら全くしない一家でして、参加するまでツアー自体について「本当に大丈夫かな？」という家族からの不安の声がでていました。ですが、ライフベストきて安心して浮いていられるのでその懸念はすぐになくなりました。全く足がつかない＆泳げないうちの子も意気揚々とはしゃいでました。最初、船から海に降りる所だけ大人がサポートすれば後は大丈夫でしょう。

私たちの参加した日は曇りだったので最初は結構冷たく、「これ、海につかり続けられるの？」と不安でしたがしばらくするとピカっと晴れて暑くなります。日焼け止めは十分にしておいたほうがいいです。

晴れてしまえば時間を忘れるくらい遊べます！ぜひまた、機会があれば参加したいと思う最高のツアーでした。

We experienced the bumper tube since our family loves thrilling attractions. It jumps intensely to the point where you might bite your tongue while talking. It swings side to side, and the three minutes feel quite long due to its intensity. Our family loved it.

After that, we had a fulfilling experience with stand-up paddleboarding, kayaking, volleyball, and snorkeling. I was satisfied to have such experiences at this price.

As for snacks, donuts are distributed at the beginning. If you’re not a fan of donuts, I recommend bringing your own light snacks. Also, if you have kids, they might get hungry after the activities, so bringing some snacks or light meals is advisable. Additionally, it gets chilly on the way back, so please make sure to bring a pool towel and a change of clothes.

At the sandbar, during high tide, the water reached up to the chest of someone who is 161 cm tall, and there was no sandy beach, but we still had fun. I’m concerned about rising water levels due to global warming, and I wondered if it becomes a sandbar during low tide.

バンパーチューブは、激しいアトラクションが好きな家族なので、追加でこちらを体験しました。
喋ると舌を噛みそうになるぐらい。激しくジャンプします。左右にも振られ3分程度が長く感じられるぐらい激しいです。
家族には大好評でした。

その後、サップやカヤック、バレーボール、シュノーケルなどをやり充実した体験ができました。
このお値段で体験出来て満足でした。

軽食ですが、ドーナツがはじめに配られます。
ドーナツが苦手な方は軽食をお持ちになる事をお勧めします。
また、お子さんの場合は体験後にお腹がすくと思いますので、おやつや軽食をお持ちする事をオススメします。
あと、帰りは冷えるので、プールタオルや着替えは必ず持って行ってください。

サンドバーは、満潮？、161cm身長の胸まで海水があり、砂浜はなかったですが、楽しめました。
温暖化で水面上昇が心配ですが、干潮だどサンドバーになっているのか、気になりました。