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All Reviews for Beginner Snorkeling Tours in Oahu

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Waikiki Guided Beach Snorkeling Tour for Beginners with FREE Photos & Videos

A Chill and Relaxing Snorkel

Reviewed by: Katarina

Our guide was really nice and made sure our whole group was comfortable and safe at all times! It was a fun and relaxing experience!

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Packages: Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/08/11
Activity Date: 2021/08/09

BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

Awesome experience!

Reviewed by: Faustine

Awesome experience! The crew were all knowledgeable and helpful, and they made everything so seamless! We even saw sea turtles and were able to spend some extra time snorkeling around them! Only con is that the location may be hard to find. They're located at the very back of the parking lot, and check in is on the actual boat along the deck. Would 100% recommend!

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Packages: BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/08/09
Activity Date: 2021/08/07

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

So much fun!

Reviewed by: Janine

My family and I had such a great time. The staff were fun, knowledgeable, and friendly. We saw lots of sea turtles and fish while snorkeling. So many fun memories were made.

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Aloha and Mahalo for your feedback! Hoping to see you folks again in the near future.

  • Sand bar

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Packages: Afternoon Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/08/06
Activity Date: 2021/05/19

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Worth the time & money!

Reviewed by: Kait & Sean

We took the morning tour and we got a lot of time to snorkel and hung out with 3 sea turtles (with a safe distance away of course!). I appreciate how our local staff emphasized the importance of keeping safe the reef & the animals who call the ocean home. We got access to paddle boards and delicious coffee! Thanks again for a great time!

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Aloha and Mahalo Kait & Sean! We look forward to see you back again.

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/08/03
Activity Date: 2021/07/16

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

The best!

Reviewed by: Allie

that was an awesome tour ! The crew are very nice and helpful! I was very sacred of the ocean and Jason, our tour guide helped me get the best experience ever by assisting me with snorkeling and being by my side all the time.

Reply from activity provider

Hats down to Capt. Jason. Always the best! Mahalo!

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/06/14

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Just book it!

Reviewed by: Cassidy

This was one of the top experiences we had while in Hawaii. Crew was awesome and the sandbar was just amazing. Huge plus that it was so organized and there was so many amenities (floaters, snorkel gear, snacks and drinks too). They sent out a list of things to remember to bring which is super helpful as well. Highly recommend.

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Aloha Cassidy, Thank you very much for the compliments.

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/06/26

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Amazing

Reviewed by: Elaina

Great tour. Absolutely breathtaking out there. Thank you Captain Bruce

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Your very Welcome! Aloha and Mahalo Nui Elaina

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/05/14

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Great Ride to the Sandbar

Reviewed by: MBTSANG

- Everything was great everyone had a good time.

- We enjoyed the options, it was more of a free time at the sand bar situation. If you don't want to snorkel, they leave you at the boat. But, you'll still have access to the SUP and floaties to play at the sand bar. I spent some extra time with the SUP and tossed a football around with some other guys. You can walk around the sandbar and take more pictures. Someone is always around to make sure everything is ok.

- wife went snorkeling, they kindly ask about your swimming abilities and if you're a weaker swimmer they'll keep an eye on you. I also noticed they proactively hover around families with kids incase they needed help.
Everyone felt safe and comfortable the entire time.



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Aloha and Mahalo for your feedback! We look forward to seeing you in the near future.

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/08

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Great way to end our trip!

Reviewed by: m Faulkner

We booked this somewhat last minute, trying to find a way to spend our final day on Oahu before our late evening flight - and we’re so glad we did! The crew was terrific - friendly, funny, and safety-conscious. The sandbar was a cool experience with clear water. The tour company provides plenty of floats and paddle boards to occupy everyone, and the snorkel portion of the visit was terrific! We saw plenty of turtles and fish, and it wasn’t terribly crowded. Definitely recommend!

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Aloha Faulkner! We're so glad you're able to squeeze us in to join us on your last day at the sandbar. Thank you very much for choosing Capt. Bruce Mahalo!

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/09

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Very great trip!

Reviewed by: Ross

The staff was very helpful and friendly. Both staff members even went above and beyond to make sure everyone on the tour was comfortable and safe when in the water and snorkeling.

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Aloha and Mahalo Ross for your kind words. Your feedback is greatly appreciated...!

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/09

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

A must do if you're visitting Oahu

Reviewed by: Kat

I've been to Oahu many times and had always wanted to go to the sandbar but didn't get the chance to until now.
I booked the morning tour on July 8th of this year, and boy it was a beautiful day. It was cloudy the day I arrived in Oahu so I was worried about the weather.
Captain Bruce had 2 boats full of tourists out that day. We didn't meet Captain Bruce. Instead we got Captain Robin and his assistant Irvin.
Both men were so nice and helpful. They let you go off on your own, but at the same time, kept an eye on you from a distance, to make sure you don't hurt yourself or get in trouble when you're out in the water.
There were lots of watersports to do, all provided free of charge. Chips and non-alcoholic beverages were also provided free of charge.
I had a wonderful time.
The views were stunning anywhere you look. I want to go back there again. I will pick them again. Their price is cheaper compared to the others, and the staffs are awesome friendly people.
It bothered me that many people left without tipping the crew. That was not cool.

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Aloha Kat, Thank you very much for the compliments. We're hopping to see you back again. Mahalo!

  • crystal clear water

  • water toys to use free of charge

  • I spotted a sea turtle

  • Stunning view

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/08/01

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Great for beginners!

Reviewed by: Cecilla (Cece)

Such a fantastic experience for someone whose never been snorkeling before. Great for beginners and family friendly! Rain comes and goes but the sandbar and the ocean was still warm and beautiful. I would like to thanks Trevor for helping me overcome my fear of the ocean overall. Lol. Without him I wouldn’t have gone beyond the sandbar. You rock!! I had the pleasure of seeing turtles, small colorful fishes, and of course the beautiful reef. Thank you Captain Bruce for such a great hospitality. I will definitely come back with a group of families in the near future!

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Aloha Cece, we're so happy for you. I'm glad you overcome your fear.

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/14

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Great Time at Kaneohe sandbar

Reviewed by: Jenny

I had a great time visiting the Kaneohe sandbar with the Captain Bruce crew. They were very welcoming and provided guidance and supervision during the trip to make sure everyone was safe. I was able to see many turtles and beautiful corals while also enjoying the paddle board provided by the crew. I highly recommend this trip for anyone looking to spend a great morning (or afternoon) to enjoy some of the best nature in Oahu.

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Aloha Jenny, Thank you so much for taking the time to write this wonderful review regarding our Capt. and crew. Mahalo for the compliments!

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/16

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

amazing family experience

Reviewed by: Claudia S.

This was a great experience, the staff is great and friendly!! had a wonderful time with the family out on the sandbar, caught some great pictures and videos of sea turtles.

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Aloha Claudia, thank you so much for your feedback. Glad to hear the whole family is having a great time at the sandbar.

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/06/25

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Beautiful Sandbar but waves dependent on weather

Reviewed by: Mitch

We went out on a cloudy morning accompanied by showers. The waves were choppy too. The sandbar was beautiful despite the weather, didn’t see any turtles on the sandbar but my daughter and husband who went with the snorkeling group saw turtles by the reef. The current was stronger there though but Kevin, the tour guide made sure everyone was safe. There was not enough paddle boards nor floaties for everyone on board and some groups hugged theirs till the end. We shared our paddle board with another couple. Trevor was okay but he tended to give attention to certain groups whereas Kevin was the one whom I have noticed that was attentive to everyone.

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Aloha Mitch, we're very sorry for the disappointment for not being able to see the turtles. Mostly they are in the reef area, sometimes it can be seen around the boat. Hopefully on your next visit, you'll see more turtles

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Packages: Morning Tour Package
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/21

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Definitely worth it

Reviewed by: Lindsey

We had a great time on the snorkel trip! The crew was very friendly and helpful and the setup (paddle birds, floaties, etc) was great. We were skeptical at first that we would see any turtles, but one came right up to the boat and swam around with us while we were swimming and then we saw several more on the snorkel trip around the reef. Highly recommend this activity!

Reply from activity provider

Aloha and Mahalo Lindsey. We look forward to see you in the near future.

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Packages: Afternoon Tour Package
Attended as: Friends
Posted on: 2021/08/01
Activity Date: 2021/07/09

Hawaii Submarine Scooter Adventure with Turtle Encounter & Snorkel Cruise

Underwater Scooter Experience

Reviewed by: Glenda G.

From the boat ride to the Underwater Scooter ride this was a fabulous outing. The scooters were so much fun for everyone. Our group of 4 ages ranged from 19 to 67 years old and we all enjoyed it. We highly recommend! We would definitely do this again. Very well organized.

  • Highly recommended.

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Packages: Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as: Families
Posted on: 2021/07/17
Activity Date: 2021/07/12

Hawaii Submarine Scooter Adventure with Turtle Encounter & Snorkel Cruise

Best time ever!

Reviewed by: Flo

Absolutely amazing!!!
This was the highlight of my trip. I had the most enjoyable time. My husband on the other hand got sea sick. Notice to anyone going, please bring sea sick meds even if you think you've never been sea sick before. The boat is not like a ship...you will feel every wave!

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Packages: Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/07/06
Activity Date: 2021/07/03

Waikiki Guided Beach Snorkeling Tour for Beginners with FREE Photos & Videos

Great Experience, Steven was an awesome instructor!

Reviewed by: Steve & Melissa

This was an incredible experience. Our guide Steven did a fabulous job and gave my wife and daughters the confidence to give snorkeling a real try. I would definitely recommend this again, and then take that experience and go to a better snorkeling location. Great way to try it out and make sure you able and ready before making the expensive snorkeling investment!

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Packages: Guided Snorkel Tour at Magic Island Lagoon
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/07/03
Activity Date: 2021/06/12

BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

MUST DO!!

Reviewed by: Veronica

My bf and I had so much fun! The crew made the experience so much fun! We enjoyed our first time at Hawaii doing this adventure and loved the pictures we got!

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Packages: BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure (With Transportation)
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/06/28
Activity Date: 2020/02/08

Ko Olina Snorkeling Cruise & Dolphin Watching Tour with Picnic Lunch and Drinks

KoOlina Snorkeling

Reviewed by: Jon

This was the most memorable experience for our group of 10, the crew was amazing, drinks were on point and the sights were fantastic. I grew up on the islands and they brought the Kama Aina experience to a group of first time visitors.

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Packages: Morning Snorkel Sail [8:30 AM]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/06/26
Activity Date: 2021/06/03

Hawaii Submarine Scooter Adventure with Turtle Encounter & Snorkel Cruise

Submarine scooter. Best time ever

Reviewed by: Tracy Webster

This was an amazing thing to do. Staff was awesome , friendly and very helpful. We had an absolute blast!!!!! Recommend this for sure as a must do. Outside of the scooter we got to swim/snorkel with a sea turtle which was outstanding. Thank you for the adventure.

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Packages: Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/27
Activity Date: 2021/05/25

Waikiki Morning Turtle Snorkel Sail & Tour from Kewalo Harbor - Hawaii Nautical

Great Cruise

Reviewed by: Rob

The Crew of the Honu Lani was great. Jimmy, the Captain gave clear and informative safety briefing and also snorkeling recommendations. He was very professional and his crew was EVERYWHERE! They were at the stern when we got in and out of the water, at the bar serving beverages, putting out lunch, in the water when we were snorkeling. Crew was Andrea, Alek, Marco and another girl interviewing for a deckhand job. They were all great! Andrea was so nice and helped the passengers nonstop the entire cruise. Alek is the man, (I think Bernie Sanders is his Dad). A friend of mine jumped off the side of the boat and her iWatch came off. This Cat (Alek) jumped in like David Hasselhoff and came up with it on the first dive down. I think he was more surprised than we were, it is a big Ocean. Marco was nice also, sorry guy, did not talk to you much.
Overall, great cruise. 95% great because of the crew!

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Packages: Test Package
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/24

Hawaii Submarine Scooter Adventure with Turtle Encounter & Snorkel Cruise

Great fun

Reviewed by: Glenn K

Had a blast staff was more than helpful and patient with me and my wife... A must do

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Packages: Original Package: Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/22
Activity Date: 2021/05/20

West Oahu Dolphin Watch & Snorkel Cruise with Lunch, Drinks & Transportation

Nothing special.

Reviewed by: OKM

This excursion was okay at best. Though we were able to see dolphins, which was lovely, the snorkeling was blah. First the company took us south along the island, versus out into the ocean, and guided us snorkeling right by a power plant on the shoreline. There were some pretty fish, maybe 3-4 different species. The coral was not colorful; they informed us that is typical for Hawaii. Friends we have that live on the islands state there are beautiful coral reefs, you just need to know where to find them. Apparently, this company does not know where to find these reefs. The catamaran ride was just lovely, but that's it. Again, nothing special. The crew were fine when talking to us as a group but not one-on-one. Then they seemed guarded and annoyed. I would not recommend this excursion.

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Packages: Dolphin Snorkel Sail
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/16
Activity Date: 2021/05/12

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

A must do!!!

Reviewed by: Lucky

A must do!!! The crew was awesome! We did not expect the snorkelling was gonna be that awesome. Got to see some sea turtles too.

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Aloha, thank you so much for your feed back. We hope to see you soon again.

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/15
Activity Date: 2021/04/27

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Kaneohe Bay

Reviewed by: Anastasia

I had a nice time, but I did not see a lot of turtles or beautiful fish , just 2 turtles.. The water was nice.

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Aloha and Mahalo for you review. I'm sorry you didn't get to see much. Perhaps you'll see more on your next visit.

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/05/15
Activity Date: 2021/04/26

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Amazing. Best trip we had

Reviewed by: Alexander Rose

The crew was fun and easy going. One of the crew men urged us to do the snorkeling and it was one of the best decisions we made. While on the sand bar 3' of water) we saw a small fish that hung around our family the entire time. It was the coolest thing to experience. Then my 7 year old and I went to the reef to snorkel and saw several large sea turtle just a few feet away. It was awesome.

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Aloha and Mahalo Alexander Rose for taking the time to write your feed back, your input is greatly appreciated. We look forward to see you again.

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Packages: Afternoon Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Families with Young Children
Posted on: 2021/04/22
Activity Date: 2021/04/19

BOB's Hawaii Underwater Scooter Adventure & Turtle Watching Tour

I so much fun

Reviewed by: Heatherldouglas

Absolutely the best excursion we’ve ever done. Definitely unique to the islands. The staff was fantastic extremely friendly an overwhelmingly helpful. I would recommend to anyone traveling to Honolulu. Even if you’re scared of the water or claustrophobic they’ll work with you and get you in life changing.

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Packages: BOB's Underwater Scooter Adventure
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/04/18
Activity Date: 2021/04/16

Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Cruise with SUP, Guided Snorkel & Transportation

Great Experience

Reviewed by: Diego

We had such an amazing time. All the staff were very helpful, attentive, and made the trip so much more fun. I will definitely do it again when back in Hawaii.

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Aloha and thank you so much for the wonderful comments of our staff. Our staff are professionally well trained. We look forward to seeing you again. Mahalo!

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Packages: Morning Sandbar Snorkel Cruise [until June 30, 2021]
Attended as: Couples
Posted on: 2021/04/18
Activity Date: 2021/02/20
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