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Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Ocean Sports Adventure with Snorkel, Kayak, SUP & Live Music

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Great Time!

Reviewed by: 3 Hour Tour Guests, 2023/12/20

Had a great time on this 3 hour tour.
Amazing and helpful staff.
Helped us snorkel, paddle board.
Juice and Lunch was delicious.
Live Band incredible.
Loved the Christmas decorations!

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Mahalo for your review & sharing pictures! - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/12/16
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A delightful Experience

Reviewed by: Zaw, 2023/12/18

I recently had the pleasure of experiencing Veltra Sandbar Ocean Sports and I must say it exceeded my expectations. From the moment I engaged with the staff, I was impressed by their friendliness and the professionalism. Their team not only delivered on its promises but also provided a seamless and user-friendly seevices.

The customer support was exceptional, demonstrating a commitment to customer satisfaction. Any queries I had were promptly addressed.

My overall experience was nothing short of fantastic.

Thank you

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Attended as:Families with Young Children
Activity Date:2023/12/16
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Fabulous day out

Reviewed by: Cathy , 2023/12/09

It was not the best weather day… raining but it cleared when we boarded the boat to Kaneohe bay. The trip was pleasant with warm welcoming, music, and a light but satisfying breakfast. The crew were amazing. So helpful and very knowledgeable and safety conscientious.
The snorkeling was beyond our expectations and the day out on the sandbar was such fun with the crew being extremely attentive to our needs.
We had an amazing day . Can’t wait to do it again

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Mahalo for your review and sharing nice pictures! We look forward to seeing you again. - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/11/16
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Fantastic tour! Will definitely come back when we visit Oahu again!

Reviewed by: Chenwei, 2023/12/01

This tour is impressive. We two adults and one kid (5 years old) really enjoyed the tour. There are roughly 3 hours from leaving and back to the wharf, including the round trips (20 minutes), preparation and cleaning (20 minutes), and the total number at Sand bar for playing is about 2 hours 20 minutes, which is enough for playing kayak, paddle board, snookering, volleyball, and relaxing.

The place itself is safe. KBOS assigned one or two staffs for each kind of activity, and they provide help for whoever needs it. The water depth was 3~4 ft when we were there, and the staff said the water depth is 2~5 ft depending on the tides. Little kids friendly as long as they are not sacred of swimming.

Simple lunch and drink were provided. Live music on the boat. The staffs are really helpful and friendly. Highly recommend!

We self drive from Waikiki, which took us about 40 minutes before the lunch time. There are a lot of parking spots.

We will come back when we visit Oahu again.

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Mahalo for your review! We look forward to seeing you again. - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/11/28
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Sandbar was the best experience we had in Hawaii!!

Reviewed by: Lala, 2023/11/27

Me and my husband did several activities in the Big Island and Oahu and the experience we had in the Sandbar was the best out of all. The reservation was easy and the staffs/crews on the boat were very friendly. They delivered the information and guideline very well and were willing to help. Kayaking was so fun and relaxing and snorkeling was amazing(I can't swim but the life vest they provided helped me to explore the ocean). We saw more fish than we did at Hanauma Bay. I definitely recommend this activity to everyone who visits Oahu. Next time I go, I would bring a jacket or an extra beach towel with me because I felt a little cold on the way back(They give you hot tea to help).

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Activity Date:2023/11/24
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Amazing staff!

Reviewed by: Elise, 2023/11/27

It was a great experience and best time I and my friends had in Honolulu. All staff was very nice and helped us to enjoy the activities safely. Thank you and we will visit again!

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Mahalo for your review! We look forward to seeing you again. - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/11/25
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Disappointing

Reviewed by: Danielle, 2023/11/19

The staff was very friendly. However, the price of the ticket did NOT match the value of the experience.

The inside of the boat is in poor condition (holes in the ceiling tiles, visible mold, peeling paint, an overall unpleasant smell, etc.) The life jackets are old and mildewy, and the snorkeling gear should probably be upgraded.

The lunch (included in the ticket price, not free) consisted of a sandwich with 1 slice of dollar store quality lunch meat cut in half (it was supposed to be turkey but looked like bologna), pineapple slices, a few pieces of lettuce as salad, and an optional bag of chips. Your beverage options were either powder juice mix or water. Hot tea was served at the end.

For those expecting a bar when looking at the ticket price, NO alcohol is served. This seemed out of the ordinary compared to the other boat excursions I’ve been on, and the other guests were also surprised by this.

The live music was great until they started playing Christmas songs that could have passed for lullabies halfway into the trip. People were literally falling asleep. Since the weather wasn’t great (*not anyone’s fault*), it would’ve been nice if they played more upbeat tunes. Perhaps the majority of our ticket price goes to the live music fee since everything else was extremely lacking.

All the reviews I read and pictures I viewed before booking were great, and now they seem dishonest/misleading. Due to the nature of the issues I found (boat conditions, equipment conditions, and quality of food), I do not think my experience is unique or this was an “off” day.

Again, the staff was very friendly, and I do NOT place any blame on them. However, their friendless did not make up for the deficiencies I explained above.

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Aloha Danielle, we are sorry that you didn't enjoy our tour. We shared your feedback with our crews, and we will discuss about better way to our customer satisfied (music, lunch and equipment etc.). They will make an effort to meet high expectations. When we check the boat, we couldn't find any wholes in ceiling tile. We do maintenance our boat and keep clean everyday but will do check more carefully. Mahalo for sharing your experience. - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/11/16
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AMAZING

Reviewed by: MK, 2023/11/16

WOW such an amazing experience! The staff was so kind, hospitable, and caring. The live music was amazing. The activities were so fun. Thank you to the team for a beautiful experience!!

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We appreciated your time for this review, kind words for our crew. Mahalo! - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/11/14
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Fun in the sun!

Reviewed by: JJ, 2023/11/13

I took my 13 year old and we had a blast. There’s something to do for everyone. I highly recommend the bumper boats.

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Mahalo for your review! Yes, there really is something for everyone to do at the sandbar. -Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/11/11
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Overall good but injuries were not fun

Reviewed by: Peach, 2023/11/11

I really enjoyed the friendly people whoever was leading the tour and also the live music, it was fabulous! But I would have to say , they didn’t do good for the safety part… I got injured from the snorkeling because it was my first time ever, I definitely lacked of knowledge about how to snorkel safely, and no one was giving instructions about how to stay safe in the ocean. I got injured from accidentally hitting the coral, I never know the coral can be that close to people (I never had ocean experience). I also was not the only person that was injured, another strong man, he was attacked by jellyfish. Hopefully they can do better for the safety instructions.

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We are very sorry to hear that you got injured from coral. Your feedback has been shared with our crews and we will make effort to keep everyone safe. Mahlo! - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/10/20
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Staff was amazing!

Reviewed by: Tiff, 2023/11/09

Just the perfect amount of time at the sandbar. There’s a platform if you don’t want to be in the water. There’s canoes and stand up paddle boards.
It was a fun experience over all.
Also included was snorkeling.

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Activity Date:2023/11/04
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Unique experience, great service, memorable day!!!

Reviewed by: Kate, 2023/11/06

Having been to a few islands and done various activities, the Kaneohe Sandbar was a unique experience. Standing in the bay very far from shore, being able to look at the windward coast while SUP'ing and snorkeling and generally hanging out was so memorable. On top of that, the guides were so great and friendly, the donut and tang tasty treats and music from live performers was an unreal touch.

This was a great way to get exposure to a bunch of activities without exhausting yourself getting out to the sandbar on a rented kayak. Being able to BYOB and not worry about how that will affect your trip back to the dock was a super bonus!

NOTE: the snorkeling on the sandbar is super limited since the water is only waist-deep. Great for beginners and kiddos, but if you want a more snorkel focused tour, search around for that.

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Activity Date:2023/11/01
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Kaneohe Bay Sandbar afternoon

Reviewed by: Carina, 2023/11/06

This was great afternoon
We were a picked up from our accommodation and bought the full packages
There was a party atmosphere with the band playing on the boat on the way there and back.
The staff were friendly, helpful and relaxed but still professional
The activities were good fun.
Great afternoon, Hightly recommend.

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Activity Date:2023/11/02
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Awesome Experience…. A must do

Reviewed by: Adriana V, 2023/11/05

A must do experience…. We arraigned for the shuttle to pick us up at our hotel which I highly recommend to add that to package because you are tired after the experience…. The staff was awesome and went out of their way to make sure we had a good time. The musicians were fantastic, beautiful voices and very funny. I highly recommend the higher package that includes the banana boat ride…. It’s so worth it

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Activity Date:2023/11/03
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Loved it!

Reviewed by: Lalo, 2023/11/05

The morning tour on 11/3 couldn't have been better. The small deli/store has adult beverages, some limited hot items and small snacks but they do serve food. The pancakes where delicious but the egg spam and cheese breakfast sando was perfect. When we returned as the afternoon tour was starting the deli/store switched over to more lunch items like fried chicken which looked pretty good.

The tour was great! The crew was on point and the entertainment brought it to another level. Couple bathrooms and they served donuts, juice and water to start. The activities were a highlight. It's my first time out at the sandbar and just hanging in the water was the best. I'm 6ft and it was up to my neck at its highest, atleast where I ventured to. The dock was a good place to get some time off the water if not in the boat. Kayaking and sup were awesome. Snorkeling is a must do with Brudahh guy! The whole crew was a blast. The ke'aloha singers are worth the price alone.

Bring a cooler with whatever snacks/picnic food/drinks and adult beverages. Grab a towel and some sunscreen and you're going to have a great time! But forsure I'll be back!

Sidenote: we got there at 8am for our checkin at 845 and parking was sparse. I'm not sure where everyone else ended up but it didn't seem like a huge inconvenience wherever they parked. Just don't park where you aren't supposed to like the 2hr spots and the boat trailer spots.

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Activity Date:2023/11/03
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Sandbar

Reviewed by: Jeff, 2023/10/31

This was so much fun! All of the crew were so nice and made sure everyone was having a great time. Definitely get the bumper tube rides and take some time to snorkel and enjoy the water. It was the prefect way to start our day.

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Activity Date:2023/10/24
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I’d go again for a 3rd time!

Reviewed by: Miss C, 2023/10/22

This was my second time doing the sand bar. Amazing Time! Crew was great and the experience was better. There were so many activity options in a safe environment. The music was better than expected.

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Activity Date:2023/09/28
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Super fun!

Reviewed by: Xtina, 2023/10/21

My friend and I enjoyed it so much ! It's 3 hrs fun! Book now and you won't regret it. It has free sandwich for lunch and juice but you can bring your own food too and your alcohol! Yay!

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Activity Date:2023/09/30
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Must do experience!

Reviewed by: JT, 2023/10/19

This was my favorite part of my visit to Oahu! The views are stunning! An absolute must see. Both my boyfriend and I had never gone snorkeling before, but this tour made it very simple, safe, and fun for us. The staff are all friendly and helpful. A must do if you are visiting the beautiful island of Oahu.

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We appreciated your time for this review, kind words for our crew. Mahalo! - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/10/17
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Amazing time out in Sandbar!

Reviewed by: Kevin Arias , 2023/10/16

Great experience out with the boat crew in Sandbar. Music was great and the entire crew shared the mahalo spirit. Definitely recommend getting to harbor early for parking. I had to park on street but you can safely with other cars.

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Activity Date:2023/10/14
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Amazing!!

Reviewed by: Joe703, 2023/10/14

Live music, great food , awesome crew ! Everything was perfectly organized.

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Activity Date:2023/09/23
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11/10 would do it again

Reviewed by: Jonmart2010, 2023/10/09

My fiance and I had an absolutely phenomenal time going out to the sandbar. We did the banana boat and that was an absolute blast. We then did the SUP, and while I was horrible at that, the hosts were very helpful in teaching me how to do it. Next time I come to Oahu, I am absolutely going to book this experience again.

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So glad we got to be part of your trip to Oahu. Come back soon! - Team KBOS

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Activity Date:2023/10/07
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Great time had by all

Reviewed by: DS, 2023/10/08

Excellent customer service + a great band + lots of equipment (snorkel, kayak, SUP, life jackets) + good food = a fantastic time!

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Activity Date:2023/10/05
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Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Ocean Sports

Reviewed by: Vee Intha, 2023/10/07

My sisters and I had an amazing adventure. It was definitely the highlight of our trip. All the staff members were fantastic from beginning to ending. There were bathrooms available on board and our belongs were kept with care as if it was their own. We would do this again with KBOS. This is one activity that cannot be missed.

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Activity Date:2023/10/05
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A must do in Oahu!

Reviewed by: Daniela Alcantara, 2023/10/07

The crew was amazing. We loved the music performance inside the boat. The view is spectacular and we really enjoyed the activities. We did SUP, kayaking and snorkeling. Also, we had time to relax in the floating lounge and water. We would do this activity again for sure!

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Activity Date:2023/10/04
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Very unique experience!

Reviewed by: VL, 2023/10/06

Loved the sandbar and have never experienced anything like it. The entire journey, from the ukulele singers on the boat ride to the actual sandbar was very fun. The actual sandbar is like a floating lounge in the middle of the ocean with plenty of paddle boards, snorkel gear and kayaks. We purchased the banana boat and tubing experience, both which were very fun and faster than we thought! Overall a very fun morning in Hawaii.

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Activity Date:2023/10/04
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Unforgettable experience!

Reviewed by: Adrienne, 2023/10/02

Would highly recommend this package for the sandbar. The personnel are very experienced and friendly. Live music was great.

There were plenty of activities to choose from, and a perfect amount of time to try everything. The boat took us to a quieter area of the sandbar, so we basically had a private area to ourselves.

I'm glad we booked transportation through the package, as parking was full when we arrived.

Would want to go on this again!

  • After everyone was back on board. Such a peaceful place!

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Activity Date:2023/04/21
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An Absolute Must!

Reviewed by: EC Garcia, 2023/10/02

Everything about the whole experience was easy and convenient. We booked a party of 8 for a high school boy's trip and had an immeasurable amount of fun.

Booking was super easy and once completed you get a confirmation email and a waiver for everyone to fill out. Instructions were clear and concise and the check-in team members were friendly and accommodating.

Preston was engaging as he broke down the rules and expectations. Kaawa Entertainment, Jesse, and the Ukelele-ist kept us jammin' until we reached the bar. As we sailed away he was cracking jokes about us Cali folks, which was hilarious. The brothers Nohu and mimicked flight attendants by educating us on how to wear our life vests properly. The captains and the rest of the team shared their aloha hospitality with us serving us donuts for breakfast and keeping us hydrated with water and tang.

I will definitely come back and do this again!

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Activity Date:2023/09/28
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Loved!

Reviewed by: Kara, 2023/10/01

I cant stop thinking about how at peace this day was! Wish to be back on the sandbar.

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Activity Date:2023/09/29
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Sand, Sea, and Throttle

Reviewed by: Jared, 2023/09/30

We had the best time during our time at the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Ocean Sports Adventure. The live music (an experience in itself) really sets the tone for the day. The staff were friendly and helpful. One of the crew members told me to step on him to get into the kayak. Because he was shorter, he was underwater, while I used him as stairs. And we actually had to do this twice, because I flipped out on the first try. We purchased the package that included the bumper tube ride, and I must admit I misjudged our driver, who I think was the boat captain. For some reason, I was under the impression that she was going to take us us a mild tour around the bay. This was a prime example of don’t judge a book by its cover. Let me say this clearly: la capitana was all throttle. Honestly, the tubing was the best part of my day. I would recommend this to all. Great time.

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Activity Date:2023/09/08
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