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Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Far kayak, but great!

Reviewed by: Tee Gee

A little difficult to navigate and see things. You’re on your own, so you’ll really need to be cognizant of the area and where to anchor down. Sand bar was a bit out, but was a great experience. Not for beginners but also not terribly difficult. Bring a watch or phone, the kayaks are very stable and didn’t tip on us when trying to get back in. Staff was great

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Aloha Tee Gee! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this great review. All very good feedback and we certainly appreciate it. Definitely good for people to know that you are going on your own so you definitely do have to be aware of a few important things. Hopefully our staff did a good job briefing you on all of that, glad to hear it sounds like they were good to you! And glad to hear overall it sounds like you had a good experience kayaking with us. We hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/02/03
Activity Date: 2023/01/31

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

North shore fun!

Reviewed by: Cara Jermstad

We had a wonderful time on this adventure to the north shore on Oahu. Cousin G was our guide and he did a great job taking care of us and keeping things lively. He was so knowledgeable of the history and the area and all the ins and outs of where to go. He was really funny, too! Waimea falls was beautiful and the next stop we opted for paddle boarding. We didn't see any sea turtles, but it was still fun and peaceful. We had a small group of 10, which I don't think is usual, but it was a treat for us because we could move around easily and quickly get in and out of places. We'd highly recommend this to anyone!!

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/02/02
Activity Date: 2023/01/31

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Fun in the Sun

Reviewed by: Roman

Me and my partner had a great time. Staff was great and informative. My partner must learn to kayak bad work with me. A great team building excercise. I of course made no errors and had to correct the many errors of my partner . Thank you for a fun time.

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Aloha Roman! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review! We really appreciate that! Those tandem kayaks certainly are a team building, relationship counseling type of activity for sure! Glad to hear you and your partner had a great time, and we hope to see you again soon! Mahalo!

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Packages: Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/01/26
Activity Date: 2023/01/23

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

GREAT TIME and EXPERIENCE

Reviewed by: SusanH

LOVED kayaking in the ocean instead of chartering a boat/catamaran out to the sandbar. Spent most of our time on the largest, and should of rowed over to where a guide had nicely dropped a pin for us, but due to time stopped at a closer one, and still got to see A LOT of different fish, SO COOL! and sea life while snorkeling, but no turtles. Great snorkel gear, no fins, but didn't need them. A waterproof cell case is advisable, a hardcase one altho more expensive would of been better, as the water's current pushed against the soft plastic and turned off the video while shooting. Another tip, I'm glad I got water sandals that strapped on, to walk on the sandbar. The water was warm and so clear, and the view of the Koolau Mountains are majestic.

If you have any questions, give em' a call, Andy was so helpful and gracious.

Kamaaina Kayak and Snorkel Eco-Venture IS THE ONE TO BOOK not only is He'eia State Park right at the bay's edge, where the crew helps you launch right into the water. Renting is a bargain and not-for-profit, proceeds help to fund the park, which is managed by Kama'aina Kids, a local childcare org that serves as stewards to the park.

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Aloha Susan! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this absolutely amazing review! We appreciate that so much and this is so, so awesome and gratifying to hear that you had this kind of experience with us and this kind of experience kayaking and snorkeling in Kane'ohe Bay. It looks like you had a really beautiful day out there. You'll have to come back and do it again soon and find those turtles next time! Mahalo nui loa for your support, and hope to see you again soon!

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Packages: Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/25
Activity Date: 2022/12/27

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

Teenage review

Reviewed by: Anonymous

What can I say about “uncle” Kevin…he was the best! He’s filled with so much information about the island and we could sit and listen for hours. We did snorkeling and SUP. While snorkeling we saw a whale! While SUP we saw turtles…AMAZING!!!

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/23
Activity Date: 2023/01/19

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

Definitely would recommend

Reviewed by: Des

Uncle Kevin was awesome. Friendly n funny great host/driver. Enjoyed our tour had a great time we did hike to waterfall n kayaking. Worth the money. I would definitely recommend to anyone wanting to enjoy north shore with some history/information. Read in other review that it was rushed but that’s not how it was at all at least not with our driver uncle Kevin.

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2023/01/20
Activity Date: 2023/01/18

Kaneohe Sandbar Kayak Rental & Snorkeling Tour - Active Oahu [Not available]

Definitely will book again next time!

Reviewed by: Popcorn

This experience is such a blessing for our trip. They have professional crews helping us to get familiar with the equipment. They are very friendly and helpful. My family and I had such a great time snorkeling in the ocean. Veltra is also user-friendly and communicative. I would recommend my friends to use them for their vacation in Hawaii.

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Packages: Review Rebate Special - Buy One, Get One FREE! 4-Hour Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Kayak
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/10
Activity Date: 2022/12/27

Kaneohe Sandbar Kayak Rental & Snorkeling Tour - Active Oahu [Not available]

Recommended!

Reviewed by: Jocelyn

This was such a wonderful experience with it being self-guided. Instructions were constructively explained, necessary equipments were provided. Some distance kayaking to the reef, but worth it snorkeling. Stunning sea life. The employee is around, easy to reach. Great to enjoy with loved ones.

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Packages: Review Rebate Special - Buy One, Get One FREE! 4-Hour Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Kayak
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2023/01/08
Activity Date: 2022/12/27

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

Very organized tour!!!

Reviewed by: Lucy

Everything was very organized and the crew is very friendly! We had lots of fun snorkeling and swimming. The sand bar is incredibly beautiful! It’s one of the most beautiful places I’ve ever seen! I definitely want to do it again! The only thing I recommend is when you buy the tour don’t forget to add transportation because it is not easy to get a taxi or Uber there.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/29
Activity Date: 2022/12/27

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

Great activity for a family with kids!

Reviewed by: Brendan

Absolutely a “must do”. The staff was amazing and friendly and we loved the music on the boat along with the activities provided (snorkeling, paddle boarding, kayaks). It was so amazing to be on a shallow beach in the middle of the ocean!

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/29
Activity Date: 2022/12/27

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

Awesome experience - worth every penny

Reviewed by: Manamana

As everyone else, we wanted to snorkel at Hanauma Bay during our trip to Hawaii. However, the tickets sell within 1 minute and by the time you go to pay, there are no tickets left!!!
So I started looking for other snorkeling locations and discovered this package at Kaneohe sand bar. It had great reviews and they were all true.
The boat was absolutely clean, then crew was amicable and extremely courteous, and the musicians were phenomenal. Really. It was sawesome. Once you hit the sand bar, we went snorkeling, then kayaking and paddle boarding.
The most significant moment was when we were talking to Kai-ia, a very friendly employee that told us the secrets of the locals, and made our experience even richer.
We will definitely book this again in our next trip to Hawaii.
And you should do it too!!!

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/12/24
Activity Date: 2022/12/22

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

Beautiful day at K-bay

Reviewed by: Crystal

Our family of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our time. We snorkeled and paddle boarded and just relaxed on the floating lounge. The live music was fantastic. The entire staff was super friendly and helpful. The lunch was delicious and fresh and the constant flow of water and lemonade nice addition. I would definitely do it again.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/12/24
Activity Date: 2022/12/22

サンドバー シュノーケリングクルーズ バナナボートなど選べるプラン! 海に浮かぶラウンジ&船上ライブミュージック アルコール購入可!<午前・午後/日本語クルー>

11月は寒かったけど、船上の生演奏と唄は最高!

Reviewed by: けいじ

11月サンクスギビングは風と波があって、とても寒かった!
でも船は揺れないし、スタッフのサービスも満点。
とても楽しませて頂きました!

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Packages: 午前プラン
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/12/21
Activity Date: 2022/11/25

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Easy for Self-Guided & Fun

Reviewed by: Joannosaurusrex

We enjoyed the activity. We went to the sandbar during high tide, so the water was up to our knees, just slightly under our hips. The difficulty is easy, especially when it's self-guided. The corals are beautiful when snorkeling! The waterproof maps helps a lot, and obtaining the rentals were a breeze. They provided snorkels, dry bags, maps, flippers, life jackets, and the kayaks. Overall, I would recommend! Bring some snacks, because the four hour rental was exhausting. Just be sure to clean up after yourselves and do not litter!

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Aloha! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review for us. We really appreciate that. So glad to hear you had such a great kayaking and snorkeling experience with us, and got to enjoy the sandbar and some other great snorkeling areas it sounds like. That's awesome. All great feedback which is really appreciated. Hope to see you again soon. Mahalo.

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Packages: Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/12/21
Activity Date: 2022/12/16

Outrigger Canoe Surfing with Waikiki Beach Boys

Outrigging

Reviewed by: AL. And Mike

What a very pleasant activity. My husband who does not go into the water loved it and wants to do it again. Great crew. We had a great time

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Aloha! We are so happy you and your husband were pleasantly surprised by such an awesome, and unique experience during your outrigger canoe ride. It truly is an experience like no other. We appreciate you taking the time to give us a 5 star rating and write a review! Mahalo and Happy Holidays!

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Packages: Outrigger Canoe Surfing: Three Wave Ride Package [3-6 passengers]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/19
Activity Date: 2022/12/15

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

Just ok

Reviewed by: Ella

It’s cool and all, just not much to do out there. Basically paying to swim 10 minutes off the beach. Not worth the money.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/19
Activity Date: 2022/12/17

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

We loved it

Reviewed by: Guest

We really enjoyed the trip. All staffs are super friendly and helpful. Everything we needed were prepared and provided. I wish I had chosen a less windy day, but regardless, we all had a great time, whether in water or on the boat.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/13
Activity Date: 2022/12/08

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

Fun at sandbar

Reviewed by: M & A

Our time at sand bar was amazing, it started with the crew and the musicians.
they made us comfortable and answered all our questions.

We had booked the banana boat and bumper package and it was exhilarating.

Looking forward to our next trip so we can book another tour.

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Packages: Morning All-Inclusive Tour Banana Boat & Bumper Tube
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/13
Activity Date: 2022/02/08

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

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Pie

The crew and experienced was amazing. We would go back for sure

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/12
Activity Date: 2022/12/10

サンドバー シュノーケリングクルーズ バナナボートなど選べるプラン! 海に浮かぶラウンジ&船上ライブミュージック アルコール購入可!<午前・午後/日本語クルー>

参加するなら時季が重要かと...

Reviewed by: ちゃーまん

ハワイに通い続けて二十数年、一度くらいサンドバーに行っておこうと思い参加しました。
11月のこの時季、砂州は全く見えません。(正しくは、船から見て浅いか深いかの色の違い程度)
水位は私の身長162cmだと首くらいまであります。
足首程度の浅い時期は夏だそうです。
また、多少天気(雲多め)のせいもありましたが、風も強くてとにかく寒く楽しむって感じではありませんでした。
※送迎の車内は冷蔵庫レベルなので、上着が必須です。
シュノーケリングもごく普通...ウミガメなんて話にも出てきません。
ハナウマ湾でシュノーケリングする方が、圧倒的におすすめです。
シュノーケリング含めSUPやカヤックも遊べる範囲が限られている(それほど広くない)ので、漕いだらすぐに折り返すって感じです。
港からはあっという間なので、往路はハワイアンミュージック2~3曲で到着、復路はノリのいい外国人向けのダンスパーティー場と化しました。
設備やサービスとして、船内にはトイレは女性用×2、男性用×1あります。
ドーナツ(2種類)と水、レモネード、ティーバッグ+お湯が食べ放題、飲み放題です。
ドーナツは美味しいです。
少しですが日本語(関西弁)を話す親切なスタッフが2人居ました。
説明などは、このスタッフが日本人向けにテーブルを回り説明してくれます。
参加するならサマーシーズンおすすめしますが、全体的にはお値段を考えると360度のビーチってレベルでした。

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Packages: 午前プラン
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/11
Activity Date: 2022/11/19

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

Favorite part of our family vacation

Reviewed by: Dkoi

My family absolutely loved this! It was our favorite activity of our entire vacation! The crew was very helpful and gracious.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/10
Activity Date: 2022/11/17

The Surf Bus North Shore Fun Tour - Snorkel, Bike, Kayak, SUP & Waimea Waterfall

Great to have a tour with activities!

Reviewed by: Joy

My husband and I took the North Shore Tour hoping to get a bit of everything - activities, beach, relaxation and fun. We got what we wanted and more. We had Cousin G who made everyone feel comfortable and entertained, and made the tour engaging and funny.
The tour had a good balance of free/activity time and many choices to choose from. We did the waterfall and kayaking option and was one of the highlights of our trip to Hawaii.
We also got the chance to sight see the east and north side of Oahu and had many stops for photos and breaks.
We felt like we got our moneys worth from this trip and got to see and do a lot on the island in just a 8am - 5pm timeframe.

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Packages: [From Waikiki] North Shore Tour + Two Fun Adventures
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/05
Activity Date: 2022/11/30

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

Overall it was a great time!

Reviewed by: Jules

The activity was fun! Service was great! The views were outstanding! The only reason I didn’t rate this a 5 star is because I thought the experience was going to be longer. I either misread the information online for the itinerary wasn’t clear. But either way I would definitely do it again!

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/05
Activity Date: 2022/12/03

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

Amazing experience

Reviewed by: Andrea

I was very impressed with the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar. It was our first time out there and it surpassed our expectations. The food was not the greatest but we went for the experience and not the food. The live musicians were awesome and got the crowd pumped and excited. The lifeguards were also great in explaning how to do things such as kayak, snokleing, as well as the banana boat and bumper float. The views while in the water, amazing. So BEAUTIFUL! Definetly must go to Kaneohe Sandbar.

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Packages: Afternoon Standard Package with Lunch
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2022/12/05
Activity Date: 2022/11/12

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

family day out

Reviewed by: Tracey

We where a party of 8 adults. It was such a beautiful day from the time we got on the boat the staff where very welcoming and gave us a a run done of the do's and dont's. On the way out to the sandbar we where entertained by two very talented singers. We had donuts ,water and soft drink for morning tea. only took about 15 min to arrive at the sandbar.It was such a lovely morning you could do some canoeing, paddle boarding, Volley ball, snorkeling,or just chilling on the barge.
All up we had an awesome day and would highly recommend doing it.
we would all do it again the next time we are in Hawaii.Do yourself a favour and book it next time you go to Hawaii.

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Packages: Morning Standard Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2022/12/04
Activity Date: 2022/11/29

カイルア カヤック&シュノーケルツアー 選べる日本語ガイド付きカヤックツアーまたはセルフガイドカヤックツアー ビーチアイテム&昼食付き<送迎付きプランあり>

感動の体験できました!

Reviewed by: KANOKO

最高でした!途中でウミガメがカヤックのすぐそばに浮かんできて感動でした!写真もたくさん撮ってくれました。

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KANOKO様

ご来店及びレビューのご記入ありがとうございました。
カイルアでのカヤックを楽しんで頂け、嬉しく思っております。
またハワイにお越しの際は、是非ともカイルアにお越しください。お待ち致しております。
ありがとうございました。

カイルアビーチアドベンチャーズ スタッフ一同

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Packages: 日本語ガイド付きカヤックツアー
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/03
Activity Date: 2022/09/30

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Great Experience

Reviewed by: YoSar

Super fun! They tell you where to go to get the clearest water and snorkel depending on the weather and climate of that day too! So much fun!

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Aloha! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! That's great. Stoked to hear you had a great experience kayaking with us and that it sounds like you picked a really good weather and conditions day. We hope to see you again soon for another Kane'ohe Bay kayaking adventure! Mahalo!

  • Beautiful weather!

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Packages: Premium Package - Tandem Kayak & Snorkel Gear Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/02
Activity Date: 2022/02/10

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

Great activity with friends and family!

Reviewed by: LLandMar

The sandbar is so much fun! We got to go with 2 other couple friends and we had a blast. The weather was perfect and the staff were super helpful in letting us know where to kayak to and the time expectations to get to each location point

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Aloha LL and Mar! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! We really appreciate that. I am so glad to hear that our staff treated you well and that you had a great kayaking experience with us and made it to the sandbar! Hope to see you again soon for another sandbar kayaking adventure! Mahalo!

  • Great day for kayaking!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/12/02
Activity Date: 2022/02/10

Kaneohe Bay Kayak & Snorkel Self-Guided Tour [Tour Not Available]

What a fun activity

Reviewed by: JandJ

Super fun! A friend booked it for us and we had a blast! Staff were friendly and super helpful and telling us where to go and what to expect!

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Aloha J and J! Thank you so much for joining us for a kayak and snorkel adventure! And thank you for taking the time to leave this awesome review and photo! That is great and we really appreciate it. So glad to hear our staff took good care of you and you had a great kayaking experience with us. Hope to see you again soon. Mahalo!

  • Water was perfect for snorkeling and swimming!

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Packages: Standard Package - Tandem Kayak Rental (2 participants)
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2022/12/02
Activity Date: 2022/02/10

Kaneohe Sandbar Kayak Rental & Snorkeling Tour - Active Oahu [Not available]

Very enjoyable trip to explore the Kaneohe Sandbar!

Reviewed by: Sea

We travelled to the Oahu to enjoy our vacation and thought about to explore the Kaneohe Bay. And then we found out the Kayak Kaneohe activity online and we booked it! The trip is way beyond our expectation. Before the activity date, the trip organizer will send us all the detailed information about the activity date, etc where to meet, the kayak route. On the activity date, although we were about 15 minutes late, the trip organizer still waited us there and didn't complain anything. When we arrived, he helped us to equip the Kayak to our car and taught us how to wear the safe jacket and pull the Kayak into the water. He is super nice and knowledgeable.

It took us around 1 hour to Kayak to the sandbar. The view was very nice during the Kayak experience. When we arrived the sandbar, although the weather was not very nice but the water was still super clean. We have snorkeled in the Sandbar about half an hour and then we kayaked back to the harbor point. The whole trip took us about 4 hours. Although the Kayak was a little bit challenging, we still highly recommend to book this trip! It was very fun to explore the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar!

  • Kayak on the Kaneohe Bay

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Packages: Review Rebate Special - Buy One, Get One FREE! 4-Hour Kaneohe Bay Sandbar Kayak
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2022/11/28
Activity Date: 2022/11/26
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