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    Bob's Hawaii Adventure

    4.3 (39 reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

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    Submarine scooters

    We took the submarine scooter adventure. 100% with it! While we were waiting for our groups turn to go down on the scooters we got to snorkel. The crew was so nice and helpful with both activities. Getting onto the scooter is the scariest part but the driver you get assigned it right next to you 100% of the time so we never felt any actual danger.

    This shit hurt and bruised up two days later. My instructor was an old fat man w long hair.
    K L.

    Came here for my birthday, Beautiful scenery of the ocean and the scooter snorkel was absolutely an fun experience! 2 stars because my instructor was very rough on instructing, He grabbed my hand trying to show me how to use the handle and it hit against the scooter and it left a bruise. Hr treated me like I was a man! Annoying af. Besides the fact that the old chubby long hair man who doesn't love his tip paid job, I didn't let it ruin my experience! Make sure you don't get him as your instructor! My SO bought the whole package of pictures. Love the pictures!! despite the fact of being physically harassed....

    Jen K.

    Do you hate getting your face wet in the ocean as much as I do? What if I told you that there's this underwater motorbike that you can ride with a special helmet where your hair stays dry? Yes, your face stays dry the whole time underwater! No fat tubes in your mouth to suck on, either! I thought Bob was this guy who ran this business but is really the acronym for this awesome invention called the Breathing Observation Bubble. Apparently they're used all over the world, according to Google. At Bob's Hawaii Adventure, they'll pick you up from Waikiki, give you a briefing, and then sail you out to Maunalua Bay (out of Koko Marina in Hawaii Kai). Then you get about 20 minutes underwater, where Don would take your pictures to purchase if you like (kind of expensive but worth it i guess). Tuan is the other certified diver who will guide you/r BOB around to find harder to see things like octopus or even a turtle. They'll give you a little bread to attract the schools of highlighter-colored tropical fish, but even holding out your hand will attract the fish. The fish nibble gently...they're really pretty and cute. The first time I experienced the BOB, I thought I would die underwater happy. I thought I was gonna die because I hate being underwater, let alone 15-25 feet. But, I felt safe the entire time. The rough seas made it rough for me the second time. Back on the boat, I got seasick and yakked out my breakfast. Fishes swam up to eat the whole portuguese sausage, spam and egg chunks that I didn't chew properly. That was kinda nasty. Honestly, screw the other people floating nearby because I thought that was awesomely cool! Bob's Hawaii Adventure was featured last month on Bridget's Sexiest Beaches on the Travel Channel. Bob's doesn't seem to have a website, but you can call the number listed and they'll do things over the phone. http://www.hawaiiactivities.com/us/hawaii/oahu/sg/124/ag/72 My friend hooked us up on this tour so I don't know specifics about pricing, but it can't be that bad because the boat was full of other people. Their office is listed on this Yelp listing but they really operate out of Koko Marina. You'll have to make arrangements with the office first. I hear that they do charters so if you have a big group, then it's just you and your friends on the boat!

    Had a blast today with Taylor & Mike as our dive masters. Mahalo, guys! Most fun yet on Oahu!
    Angela T.

    Had a blast today! Mike & Taylor were awesome dive masters. I always wanted to scuba or snorkel but never had the opportunity. I was able to snorkel for several minutes before taking my turn on the BOB - kinda like an underwater moped. Seeing the fish & 3 big turtles up close & personal was so cool! The staff members were friendly and funny, too. No problems with seasickness - just beautiful scenery all the way. I totally recommend. Don't even hassle with buying a disposable underwater camera. They take great pix with you and the fish underwater, and you can buy the whole disc for only $20.

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    EandN B.

    First time scuba scootering and it was interesting. The views from the boat and under the sea was great. But if you can't swim be cautious. There's no swimming involved but if you can't you may freak out once they drag you under. Also if you get sea sick we advise you to take some type of meds before getting on the boat. Over all the experience was great. You get to see underwater sea life up close without getting your hair wet

    Kymberli C.

    I cannot swim. This was the best thing for me because of that! I also hate water in my face/up my nose. I was nervous at first but after you are dunked into the water... the nervousness goes away and all it is, is EXCITING! The guide helps you and takes u to spots where there are more fishies... they give you bread to feed the fishies and they eat it out of your hands, it's so cool! This is the best way to get up close and personal with underwater life if you can't have water in your face, like me. The boat ride out to the designated spot was very crazy and made most of the people on the boat seasick... so if this is a problem for you... don't forget the Dramamine and ginger!

    Gordon C.

    This was a great experience! You are only under water for about 15 minutes but you get to touch and feed the fish and it is just cool to be able to be under there and be able to breathe in your giant bubble. The boat ride over to your area is a little bumpy so you will most likely get sick.

    Observation bubble underwater & on ship. You can see our tour guide pushing one of us. Bf with a sea turtle below!
    Diane T.

    Fun activity. Had just went to hanauma bay the day before & felt I was able to get much more up close & personal to the fish doing this activity. They provided wet suits so you won't be cold. They only let 2 people down at a time but that worked for our tour group since it was 6 different couples. The water goes to about your neck so you can breathe perfectly fine the whole time. The observations are motorized but you don't actually steer them. You pretty much sit there & your tour guide pushes you towards the fish. They give you some food & the fish actually ate it out of my hand which was pretty cool. One of the couples saw a small octopus which they brought on board to show every one. While you are waiting you can snorkel nearby. One of the tour guides takes pictures of you underwater. They are available for purchase cash only. $30 for a CD of your pics. The pics were a little lame. The guide has the camera on burst shot so you have a lot of duplicates. Saw some turtles which was pretty cool. I think you're underwater for maybe about 10 to 15 min max. The guides were really nice though. Offered hot tea when we got out of the water. This activity is good for you if you can't swim. The area they took us to I think was 15 to 30 feet deep. Other than needing better pics it was a pretty fun acitivity.

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