Hanauma Bay Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide & Waikiki Transportation
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4.91
Easily the best snorkeling tour in Oahu
Reviewed by: Cory W, 2024/08/24This is our 2nd time to vacation in Oahu and visited Hanauma both times. Our 2nd trip we decided to book an organized tour because our first experience wasn't too great. This tour was absolutely incredible! Can't say enough positive things about it but here we go:
1) The guide showed up to our hotel early which is so refreshing
2) He was super knowledgeable, kind and enjoyable to be around
3) Before the snorkeling tour, he was amazing with sharing information about how to do it and what to expect
4) They had the nicest and softest mask and fins equipment I've ever received on a snorkeling tour
5) The hour long tour was amazing and we saw tons of fish and even a turtle
6) He provided snacks and water afterwards
7) He patiently got us back to our hotel and just truly blew us away.
Very highly recommended!
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| Activity Date: | 2024/07/24 |
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Best experience forever
Reviewed by: Zhang, 2024/07/15I attended this tour with my mom, who is over 50 years old and does not know swimming at all. My mom was quite excited and worried about this tour, and was about to quit at the very first start, while Dan told us not to nervous, taught us how to breath with our mouth and even a little swim skills. After that, my mom and I succeeded to finish this tour and we saw a lot of different fish with Dan’s guide. That was fun. We really appreciate Dan for giving us such a perfect snorkeling experience, will try again when we visit Oahu again in the future, hope we could do better next time :D)))
You guys did great! Hope we see you again.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/07/10 |
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Great day snorkelling
Reviewed by: Robin, 2024/07/13Dan thought of everything that would make our trip extremely successful. His knowledge of marine life was excellent. Attention to safety was paramount and we thoroughly enjoyed our experience.
Thanks guys, hope we see you again!
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| Attended as: | Friends |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/21 |
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Dan is a pro!
Reviewed by: Beth Lulu, 2024/07/05I cannot express how grateful I am for Dan and this snorkel tour! My son is autistic and was struggling with understanding the equipment and started to panic. Dan very calmly and kindly took him under his wing. Before we knew it, my son was the leader of the pack! I even got a little seasick and Dan (without judgment) helped me back to the beach to rest. He also picked us up at our hotel and was so easy to talk to and open to any questions we had. I would 100% do this tour again! Thanks Dan!
Thanks, Beth! Hope we see you again.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/07/03 |
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Hanauma bay snorkeling
Reviewed by: Family from Spokane , 2024/06/15Dan and his wife were great! We would do it again with them.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2024/06/13 |
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Excellent snorkeling experience
Reviewed by: Kendra Smith, 2024/04/26This 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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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/04/24 |
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Really great experience
Reviewed by: Fwood, 2024/04/12Our tour guide Dan was extremely helpful and supportive when my husband struggled with snorkeling. He and his partner helped him and even swam with him to help him feel comfortable.
I appreciated knowing that we were in good hands and they made sure we were all safe while having a great time! Very knowledgeable, personable and helpful Guide. We had an amazing time and Checked snorkeling off our bucket list. It was an easy and fun way to experience this as we were picked up and dropped off from our hotel and everything we needed was supplied.
Thank you for the good review! You guys did great, hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/04/10 |
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Great experience!
Reviewed by: Debi S., 2024/02/18We had a wonderful time in Hanauma Bay with our awesome guide, who was knowledgeable and patient. Transportation was very convenient and comfortable. We would highly recommend!
Thank you guys! Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko
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| Activity Date: | 2024/01/26 |
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Wonderful
Reviewed by: Yile, 2024/02/02The couple are so nice! I wish I could have them as guide again if I come next time. I will refer them to my friends and families.
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| Activity Date: | 2024/01/31 |
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Great experience for new snorklers
Reviewed by: Michele from WI, 2024/01/27Dan did a great job working with our kids and giving them a great first experience.
Hi, your kids were awesome! Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/25 |
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Amazing experience by super professional Guides
Reviewed by: Daniela, 2024/01/22Everything that was listed happened, they came to pick us up on time, the equipment was in perfect shape, the small training for beginners was clear and well done.
I went with my 7-year-old daughter, and both guides where all the time paying special attention to us, to see that were ok, taking special care of us. I felt very well looked after and secure. They know what they do and are very professional.
The experience is really amazing, we saw so many fishes and a turtle.
We both loved it.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/17 |
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What a great snorkeling experience!
Reviewed by: Kristina, 2024/01/17Dan and Chieko were phenomenal! My husband and I were first timers and both Dan and Chieko were kind and patient and very thorough in making it a great experience for us. We saw so many fish and even a sea turtle!! I highly recommend Blue Hawaii Divers. They are the best!!!
Thank you Kristina, glad you had a good time.
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| Attended as: | Couples |
| Activity Date: | 2024/01/10 |
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The tour was fantastic as described for beginners snorkeling
Reviewed by: Am , 2023/12/22The tour was fantastic as described for beginners snorkeling, the guide Dan was amazing he made sure we are safe and helped to see amazing fishes , it was good experience.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/12/20 |
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First Time Snorkeling!!
Reviewed by: Melissa S, 2023/06/30This trip was amazing! Dan was patient with my daughter and I not being swimmers and got us comfortable in the water. We had the best time seeing all the beautiful fish and are excited for the next chance we can snorkel! Thank you so much for a wonderful experience! Photo taken by Dan!
Thank you guys, you did. Awesome! Hope we see you again. Dan.
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| Attended as: | Families |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/29 |
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What we needed for the first time snorkeling
Reviewed by: Jeff, 2023/06/26We had super time snorkeling at Huanama Bay.
Dan is excellent trainer, very helpful and supportive. He made sure we had a great time. Took lot of pictures and shared with us. This will be life time memories.
I will advise who wants to do snorkeling do it with Dan. Blue Divers
Thank you guys, I'm glad you enjoyed. Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2023/06/23 |
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Outstanding experience!!
Reviewed by: Roger and Susan, 2023/04/22Dan and Chieko were great hosts and guides. Dan picked us up and we talked with him quite a bit. He was kind, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth. Chieko was energetic, caring, and knowledgeable. The whole process (pick up and drop off, fitting for flippers, trolley down to the beach, putting on wet suits (additional option), instructions on technique and guidelines, storage of valuables, etc) was smooth from start to finish. This was my partner’s first experience snorkeling; she felt safe and at ease with Dan’s and Chieko’s instructions and guidance. We spent some time in the shallows and then went to deeper parts of the bay. We saw lots of fish! Hanauma Bay is a very special place. Overall, this was an amazing experience that my partner and I highly recommend!!!
Thanks Rodger, glad you guys enjoyed. We had a really good day for it. Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2023/04/20 |
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Amazing day!
Reviewed by: Mike and Peg, 2020/03/15This was so fun! We were totally new to snorkeling and a bit intimidated!
Dan, our guide, was patient and kind. He encouraged us and told us we had all day if needed.
After 10 minutes or so, we felt confident and ready. We saw two turtles, a moray eel, a tuna “tornado”,
And more fish than you can imagine. We snorkeled til we were too tired to go on! We are hooked.
Thanks, Dan!
Thank you guys,
You did great! We had a spectacular day! Hope we see you again. Dan.
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| Activity Date: | 2020/03/12 |
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Great snorkel experience!!
Reviewed by: Jim D, 2020/03/08Dan was our instructor. Awesome!! Cyndi was a first-timer; in fact, can not swim. Dan taught her how to be comfortable in the water, took her hand, guided her around the Bay. She loved it, sparked us on to additional snorkel trips on this vacation. Would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this excursion for all qualities of snorkelers.
Thanks Jim, glad you had fun and did some more snorkeling. See you next time. Dan.
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| Activity Date: | 2020/02/21 |
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Outstanding
Reviewed by: KTBP, 2020/03/02Guides were great...clearly love what they do. Saw lots of beautiful fish. Hanauma Bay was beautiful. Go with the wetsuit if you tend to get cold easily.
Hi, Thank you, glad you enjoyed! Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2020/02/28 |
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Snorkeling at Hanauma Bay
Reviewed by: JMZ, 2020/02/24Outstanding! Awesome instructors! Highly recommend using Blue Hawaii Divers.
Thanks guys, you did great! Dan
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| Activity Date: | 2020/02/20 |
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Best snorkeling tour
Reviewed by: Natalie, 2020/01/31Chieko is the best! We had the best snorkeling tour.
Thank you Natalie! you guys did great! Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2020/01/27 |
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Snorkel Tour.
Reviewed by: Rick, 2020/01/29It was a great experience. Saw lots of fish and a Sea Turtle.
Thanks Rick, glad you had fun! Dan.
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| Activity Date: | 2019/04/01 |
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Amazing Experience.. recommend for non swimmers and beginners
Reviewed by: Annie Paul, 2020/01/21Dan was absolutely amazing! Me and my husband does not know swimming. So he helped the whole time practicing and then through the actual snorkeling. We are very happy and recommend this tour for all beginners and non swimmers
Thank you guys, glad you enjoyed. You did great! Dan.
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| Activity Date: | 2020/01/17 |
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Perfect
Reviewed by: Abc, 2019/12/26As a first time snorkelling experience this was great . I was apprehensive as no one in our group knew how to swim but dan was so Patient and helpful . When one in our group almost gave up in the water he encouraged and helped to see the amazing sea life hanauma bay offers . I would definitely recommend this to first time snorkellers .
Thanks guys, you all did great! Hope we see you again. Dan.
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| Attended as: | Families with Young Children |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/20 |
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Wonderful snorkeling!
Reviewed by: MJ Park, 2019/12/16Cheiko san was a wonderful tour guide for a first time snorkeler. She was experienced, frhendly and professional! It was wonderful to follow her and explore underwater world. Even though the weather was a bit windy and waves were high, we could still enjoy safe snorkeling with her.
Participants need to bring some extra cash for equipment rental, entrance fee and others.
Thank you, you did great! Hope we see you again. Chieko.
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| Attended as: | Solo Travelers |
| Activity Date: | 2019/12/13 |
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Great
Reviewed by: Jonathan , 2019/12/12Great instructor and great lesson! We enjoyed our time and will do this again when we return.
You guys did great! Hope we see you again. Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2019/12/09 |
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Enjoyed the adventure!
Reviewed by: Tim, 2019/11/19Dan arrived early for pick up at our hotel entrance. =) My wife and I have very little to no snorkeling experience, and our swimming experience is very limited. However, Dan and Cheiko made our adventure possible, great for beginners. Dan simplified the instructions to make it easy, fun, and safe for all. Cheiko was excellent in ensuring safety for me as I needed a bit more help/guidance. Saw lots of fishes and would do this all over again.
Thank you, Glad you guys enjoyed. Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2019/11/14 |
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Don't miss out on this activity!
Reviewed by: Ashton, 2019/11/18I can't speak highly enough of Dan, he is so kind and patient! He made sure that everyone was completely comfortable in the water with the equipment before starting the tour. He was constantly checking to make sure that everyone was still doing well and took us to some spots further out that a lot of people that were snorkeling on their own weren't going to. I think we got to see a lot more than we would have if we just did it on our own so I highly recommend this tour! We got to see so many different kinds of fish and even a sea turtle! Dan was taking pictures with his GoPro and let us know that he posts them all online on his company's Facebook page and that way you are able to just keep what you want to. Him and his wife were both so sweet and you can tell they really love what they do!
Thanks Ashton, you guys all did great! Your welcome back anytime. Dan and Chieko.
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Snorkeling in Hanauma Bay is a can’t-miss experience
Reviewed by: Amber, 2019/11/09We had a great time snorkeling in Hanauma Bay with Blue Hawaii Divers. I am not a great swimmer, but our guide helped make me feel comfortable. I felt at ease even when we were out in deeper parts of the bay (~20 ft, I’d guess). We saw so many fish. Snorkeling is a must-do experience, and I think paying for a guided tour is worth it for their expertise and tips. We compared several guided snorkel options before booking this one, and we found this one to be the best value.
Just some other info: we met the group at Hanauma Bay rather than getting picked up, and it was easy to find the meetup spot. Everyone wears an inflatable life vest. The guides had water and chips for everyone after. They also took pictures with a GoPro during our snorkel activity, which were made freely available on the company’s Facebook page.
Thanks Amber, glad you guys had a good time. Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2019/11/04 |
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I do not like the water!
Reviewed by: Jenny, Nathan & kids, 2019/08/11This was a great experience. I do not like the water and get motion sick very easily. However, I could not visit Hawaii without giving snorkeling a try. Dan showed the kids (10 & 12) what to do and gave us time to practice. Seeing how uncomfortable I was, Dan stayed with me and literally held my hand the whole time. I still felt sick by the end from the motion, but the rest of the family did awesome and really enjoyed the experience. Double Dramamine for me next time.
Hi Jenny, Double Dramamine is the ticket. You guys did great. Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.
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| Activity Date: | 2019/08/07 |
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Thank you guys! I appreciate it . Hope we see you again. Dan and Chieko.