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Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Best excursion we ever had.

Reviewed by: Jenica

I don't know where to start, the staff, the boat, the experience were all amazing and so much fun!

We got lucky with weather and it was a perfect hot day out (also it's October so it's not scorching out)
Staff is experienced, fun & down to earth. They've been running the boat for a long time and train the younger staff themselves & they're very friendly.
They also have a lot of knowledge about the whole island but just the boat.

We went straight to the Sandbar on crystal blue water which there's lots of deck space to watch. We had the sandbar all to ourselves, set up a net and because our cruise ended up having less people and all adults, we all easily fit in and played a few games together in the middle of the ocean, honestly how much better and dreamlike can it get. We had a blast while others if not playing walked around the sandbar and enjoyed the amazing views.

Had a much needed lunch complete with some wine & enjoyed the sun.

We then went turtle searching and saw quite a few hanging out and breaching, but honestly having time to just enjoy the breeze and take in the views was great. Again, weather dependant but on a good day, boat is sturdy, hardly any rocking, nobody even looked remotely sick.

Then the snorkeling is on a pop up reef, so you can swim around the entire thing. Again, weather dependant but for us, crystal clear waters, some colourful fish, a nice lap in the water.
100% take the fresh water once or twice rinse after the snorkeling it'll make the rest of your boat time feel much more comfortable!
They served hot chocolate after and it warmed our bodies back up.

We all finished snorkeling rather early so instead of cutting our excursion short, they took us on a scenic route and gave us more sights and time on the boat.

Take this cruise if you're into some vball and snorkelling, those things alone & you'll love this!!

Sandbar vball net going up
Sandbar vball net up
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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/11/05
Activity Date:	2021/11/01

Best of Kualoa Experience - Movie Sites, Jungle Expedition, Farm Tour & Lunch

Tours and tour guides are awesome!

Reviewed by: Wendy Chitwood

The ultimate package gave us 3 tours and lunch! We loved the Aloha Aina tour, learning about the land the plants, birds and all the agriculture. We enjoyed the hawaiian snacks, learning about the taro, the fish ponds and raising oystes and shrimp. The Hollywood movie tour had fun learning about different movies filmed on the ranch. The Jungle tour was awesome for the views and historical Hawaiian stories of how the ranch came to be what it is today! LUNCH was yummy! Each guide was very informative and always safety first oriented.. Thank you Kualoa Ranch !

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Packages:	Best of Kualoa Combo - Movie Tour, Jungle Tour, Farm Tour & Lunch
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/11/02
Activity Date:	2021/10/31

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

What an awesome time!!!!!

Reviewed by: Oscar

This place is amazing. It was a birthday surprise gift for a huge Jurassic Park fan and We really enjoyed our visit. Looking forward to seeing more of it in the future.

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/11/01
Activity Date:	2021/10/30

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Very Nice and Clean Boat, Best Food and Best Crew

Reviewed by: Dohn Salvador

What else can you ask for: Very Nice and Clean Boat, Best Food and Best Crew. First time in a sand bar and snorkeling with lots of turtles is really worth it.
Come and try them out. If you want to see lots of turtles then you need to join them.

You will love them and I will definitely join them again on my next trip to Hawaii.

Dohn, Melissa and Mimi Salvador - from San Francisco

Kaneohe Sandbar Turtles

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Packages:	Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise (50% Capacity)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/11/01
Activity Date:	2021/06/01

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Favorite Activity of the Trip!

Reviewed by: Anita W

Our favorite activity! The crew was outstanding and took very great care in all participants! Definitely take advantage of it all - the volleyball, the turtle watching and the snorkeling!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/11/01
Activity Date:	2021/10/25

Star of Honolulu Waikiki Sunset Cruise - Steak and Lobster Dinner & Hula Show

Wonderful Vacation experience

Reviewed by: Falawn

Dinner was good and the drinks and we just love the Hawaiian dancers and the entertainment they provided. Definitely a must do when visiting Hawaii.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/11/01
Activity Date:	2021/10/30

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Beautiful Fun

Reviewed by: MaryB

Our family visited the ranch October 2021. We did the movie tour and it did not disappoint! Our tour guide was friendly and full of knowledge. The ranch was absolutely beautiful and the gift shop had plenty of affordable souvenirs! We will definitely visit again to do different tours.

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/10/30
Activity Date:	2021/10/04

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Amazing Experience

Reviewed by: Matasa

This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever had on a vacation. It was priced right, just the right amount of time, super amazing staff/guides, and the best value all around. The boat ride is peaceful and quick. The sandbar was amazing and gives you enough time to meet others or practice your snorkeling skills. Seeing the turtles was so exciting and plentiful. The actual snorkeling was really the highlight. It was absolutely beautiful. If you visiting Honolulu this is a must-do activity!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/10/28
Activity Date:	2021/10/26

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Awesome Family Experience

Reviewed by: May D.

We had a great time. According to my eight year- old daughter, this was the best part of our Oahu vacation. We will definitely return and book the same activity, this time with our close friends.

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/10/27
Activity Date:	2021/10/25

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

It's great

Reviewed by: Luke

Perfect time. Sandbar was amazing. It was just super fun and relaxing. Snorkeling area was great too. A good amount of space to cover. Even some locals talk about this sandbar being a unique place.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/10/23
Activity Date:	2021/09/29

ハンズ・ヒーデマン　サーフィンレッスン

初めてのサーフィン

Reviewed by: ay☆

海も混み合ってなく、マンツーマンでゆっくり教えて頂けたので楽しかったです☆
ムービーもいい思い出になりました♪

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Packages:	プライベートレッスン（5歳以上）
Attended as:	Solo Travelers
Posted on:	2021/10/23
Activity Date:	2021/09/30

Star of Honolulu Waikiki Sunset Cruise - Steak and Lobster Dinner & Hula Show

Amazing Experience!

Reviewed by: Okie4Sure

My Family and I didn’t really know what to expect with this cruise; we picked the deluxe lobster and steak dinner…. We were thoroughly impressed all the way with the deliciousness of the meal to the entertainment and the Polynesian culture dances! The service was impeccable, the people were very friendly and the cruise was beautiful especially the view of Diamondhead! I felt like the ship was in great condition and looked very nice too! I highly recommend!

Beautiful Ship!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/10/23
Activity Date:	2021/10/21

Star of Honolulu Waikiki Sunset Cruise - Steak and Lobster Dinner & Hula Show

Awesome evening!!!

Reviewed by: Pete, Tina and fam

Excellent service, food and entertainment!!! I recommend this to everyone.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/10/23
Activity Date:	2021/10/21

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Lani is GREAT

Reviewed by: Vivian

Our family of 15 went on this tour with Lani...she was A MAZ ING..She was so knowledgeable about the culture and the tour was perfect. She even taught us some of the Hawaiin lingo. I would definitely do this tour again, especially if it was with Ms. Lani

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/10/22
Activity Date:	2021/10/20

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Educational and entertaining

Reviewed by: Barry

Great place to visit. Highly recommend going but honestly will next time rent a car or take an Uber and just pay at the park or on line for tickets. We went with buffet and stayed for the show. Things could get hairy at the end because the bus you arrive in may not be the same you head back on. There are multiple buses waiting and you have to ask each driver if they are going to your stop. We were very lucky to hit the right bus on the first try. Need a better system. Great place to visit with kids. Folks there are super friendly.

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Packages:	Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/22
Activity Date:	2021/10/21

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Lani is AWESOME!!

Reviewed by: Shae

Lani was an amazing tour guide. She was very knowledgeable and so much fun. She was even our professional photographer for our group of 14. We learned a lot about the Hawaiian culture, language and about all of the movies filmed. The kids were even entertained

Family

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/10/22
Activity Date:	2021/10/20

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Great Trip

Reviewed by: TB12

The staff was very friendly, burgers were delicious… would recommend to anyone visiting Oahu for a few days.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/10/16
Activity Date:	2021/09/25

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Wonderful

Reviewed by: Joan Lawrence

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Had a great time, all 8 of us! Driver/tour guide was very knowledgeable and entertaining. He has been with the Kualoa Ranch for 10 years. If for no other reason, go see the mountains, absolutely breathtaking!

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/10/11
Activity Date:	2021/10/07

Oahu Lei Greeting Service at Honolulu Airport - Hawaiian Floral Necklace & More

Smile Activator

Reviewed by: Rose

I highly recommend this service!! It was the biggest smile I've seen on my husband in a long time! It was our 30 year anniversary Hawaiian trip and after that long flight, it was delightful to get a true Hawaiian greeting!! The young lady was gracious and very informative! She directed us straight to the shuttle service send took several pictures for our memory book. The flowers lasted 5 days and kept our condo smelling like a sunny floral garden.

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Packages:	Classic Orchid Lei
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/09
Activity Date:	2021/09/16

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Fun and beautiful!

Reviewed by: AJ Black

The Polynesian Cultural Center is a beautiful, fun, living museum. Pacific Island Native people use songs and traditional dances to tell the stories of their culture. They have reverence for the Islands and also have fun showing the beauty and fun of their heritage. We visitors are referred to as “Family”. We are made to feel very welcome and are invited to participate in crafts, dance and games with the Island people. The Buffett and the show are wonderful. Thank you!!!

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Packages:	Islands of Polynesia Admission, Gateway Buffet Dinner & "HA Breath of Life" Show
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/10/07
Activity Date:	2021/10/05

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Amazing

Reviewed by: NicolePhillips

So much fun an great service! The food was really good too!

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Packages:	Snorkel & Sandbar Cruise (50% Capacity)
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/10/04
Activity Date:	2021/06/09

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Great Luau Experience

Reviewed by: JannaD

This was a great experience! We had Cousin T as our guide on sexy bus #2. Fun time on the bus both ways.
The luau was great. The activities were Hulu lesson, bowling and spear throwing. Those were a bit boring honestly.
The food was very good and plentiful. Due to COVID restrictions there was not a buffet. The food was handed out pre plated in the buffet line. The food was very tasty. I don’t agree with other reviews that said it was like cafeteria food.
It was a little rainy off and on and they handed out rain ponchos which was nice. The show was good, especially the fire dancer.

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Packages:	Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/03
Activity Date:	2021/09/25

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Not able to attend

Reviewed by: CMG

We were not able to attend, one in our group was ill. Unfortunately, no alternate dates were offered so we lost our money. We were fortunate that some of the other excursions we booked were willing to accommodate changes.

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Families
Posted on:	2021/10/02
Activity Date:	2021/09/10

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

AMAZING

Reviewed by: Megan Rish

We had a wonderful time! The cousins made sure everyone felt like family. We will definitely be coming back! Everything was so amazing and the food was very yummy!

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Packages:	Standard Package - Hawaiian Experience with Dinner Buffet (Wing Seating)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/02
Activity Date:	2021/09/11

Hans Hedemann Waikiki Surfing Lessons - Honolulu's Best Surf School

Fun

Reviewed by: Megan Rish

It was fun to attempt to surf. The teacher was very nice and patient

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Packages:	Semi-Private Lesson (2 Hours)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/02
Activity Date:	2021/09/07

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

This excursion is TOO LONG!

Reviewed by: KMcKay

While we enjoyed the Polynesian Cultural Center overall, this day was entirely too long for our taste. There really wasn't much to do at the center to fill up our time, so we just sitting around waiting for the Luau dinner. And, the gift shop is on the other side of the entrance, so we couldn't even shop to kill time, which we would have loved to do.

The Luau was delicious, especially the welcome drink in the pineapple. And, the show was fantastic, but we were tired of being there all day.

So, if you want to waste a full day in paradise with not much to do, then this is the excursion for you.

Best part was the pineapple drink!

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/10/01
Activity Date:	2021/09/20

Captain Bob's Kaneohe Sandbar Snorkel & BBQ Lunch with Free Transportation

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Andrew

We had a wonderful experience at Captain Bob’s Sandbar Cruise. The entire staff was very friendly and made sure everyone had a good time. The guy who gave everyone instructions (forgot his name) was very friendly and hilarious to listen to. We got to play on the sand bar for an adequate amount of time, had some burgers, saw some sea turtles, snorkeled, and saw a huge coral reef. Overall a very memorable and fun part of our trip. My only regret was because so much was included I forgot to bring my wallet so I couldn’t tip them! Maybe next time. Thanks for the wonder memories!

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Packages:	Standard Package
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/09/29
Activity Date:	2021/09/27

Kualoa Ranch Movie Sites Tour - Visit TV Shows & Hollywood Filming Locations

Our trip to Hawaii

Reviewed by: Abby

It was awesome...
They took us around the movie/tv sets and told us the story behind the ranch, we loved it, specially the views of the ocean when we were in the highest level of the ranch, this is a must see when in Hawaii, I already recommend this place to my friends and family, they will love it as well... for sure we will go again to a different activity when we come back to Hawaii

Our family pic at one of the sets

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Packages:	90-minute Hollywood Movie Sites & Ranch Tour (Until Feb 6th)
Attended as:	Families with Young Children
Posted on:	2021/09/25
Activity Date:	2021/09/02

Paradise Cove Luau on the Beach at Ko Olina Resort

Luau

Reviewed by: Rocio

Beautiful show; the logistics perfectly panned. Food was also great.

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Packages:	Premium Orchid Package with Dinner Buffet - Most Popular! (Middle Seating)
Attended as:	Friends
Posted on:	2021/09/25
Activity Date:	2021/09/01

Polynesian Cultural Center Tour Ticket - Full Day Admission, Dinner & Show

Polynesian Cultural Center

Reviewed by: gw/cw

HAD A GREAT TIME. IT WAS NICE TO LOOK AT THE DIFFERENT CULTURES AT OUR OWN PACE. SPENT THE WHOLE DAY THERE. THE LUAU AND BUFFET WAS STUNNING. THANK YOU FOR A GREAT TIME. THE SHOW WAS ALSO AWESOME.

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Packages:	Alii Luau Dinner Buffet Package & All Day Admission (Self-Guided)
Attended as:	Couples
Posted on:	2021/09/22
Activity Date:	2021/09/18

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Best excursion we ever had.

Tours and tour guides are awesome!

What an awesome time!!!!!

Very Nice and Clean Boat, Best Food and Best Crew

Favorite Activity of the Trip!

Wonderful Vacation experience

Beautiful Fun

Amazing Experience

Awesome Family Experience

It's great

初めてのサーフィン

Amazing Experience!

Awesome evening!!!

Lani is GREAT

Educational and entertaining

Lani is AWESOME!!

Great Trip

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Smile Activator

Fun and beautiful!

Amazing

Great Luau Experience

Not able to attend

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This excursion is TOO LONG!

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