Simply an amazing and beautiful day on Kaneohe Bay! Scheduling was easy via phone and email with…read moreKyle. Met him at the harbor- he helped us load the boat with all our stuff bentos, wine, towels, snacks, purses, snorkel gear. Turns out, he had a cooler full of water and juice and snorkel gear for us. Such a laid back, friendly and knowledgeable guy, Kyle made us feel like we were just a bunch of friends hanging out on his boat for the day. Was gift for my mom when she was visiting from NJ. She loved it. Saw coconut island with hundreds of fish, then walked around sandbar, then saw about 20 turtles maybe more and then lunch stop at secret beach (or was it called island) and then past china mans hat. Very special excursion, away from tourists, and I plan on recommending this to all my mainland guests. Made me wish I had a boat but then again I don't know the first thing about maintenance, rules on boating (is that a verb) etc. will just have to make sure to become a regular patron of this business.

Excellent trip. Need to try and book ahead if possible since it is not everyday…read more Go see the amazing sandbar and shoreline with an experienced guide who grew up there and loves it. A great trip for a family or friends group. I took 9 people total with us, and all loved it. Highly recommended. Mike

We had a fantastic time exploring and playing. We had so much fun doing water activities and…read moreviewing underwater creatures. Captain and the crew were very attentive and ensured safety. They ensured everyone got to see turtles and in fact they headed a participant back just when we were being called back to the boat after discovering he didn't get to see turtles. There was plenty of snacks and drinks. Gears were complete - eye gear (with or without prescription which was helpful to those who wear glasses), and mouth pieces. The attention to detail was superb and attention to safety and ensuring everyone had fun was commendable!

We booked this Kaneohe Sandbar snorkeling tour after seeing many reviews describe it as…read morebeginner-friendly. As first-time snorkelers traveling with a child, our experience did not align with those expectations. Equipment distribution was poorly handled. Masks were handed out with little to no instruction, and basic questions were met with a rude and dismissive attitude. Overall communication and service were lacking. Once in the water, guidance was minimal and inconsistent. The experience felt rushed and disorganized, with limited support for guests who were new to snorkeling. The tone and treatment we received also made us uncomfortable as Asian guests. After sharing feedback, the company clarified in writing that they do NOT advertise or position this as a beginner-friendly snorkeling tour. Based on both that clarification and our experience, I would strongly recommend that beginners or families looking for clear instruction and attentive guidance consider other operators. Sharing this to help future guests set accurate expectations before booking.

I am a repeat customer, loooove bringing/recommending friends and family to KBOS. I'd swear I've…read morewritten a review for them...apparently not! I have nothing but aloha for the KBOS crew, and reverence for the sandbar and its residents. It's a quick ride from the pier, but they pack quite the punch in that short time. House rules, safety announcements, and LIVE MUSIC. Jesse & Revese, jam out to island classics, Radiohead, reggae, and more. You'll also get a little history lesson so pay attention! The crew...more like ohana really. Tight-knit, safety-oriented, and aloha for days. First time riding the banana boat today, with Guy & Kevin! I was a little scared at first, but knew I was in good hands and would totally do it again in a heartbeat hehehe Love this crew! Anyone can rent a boat, kayak out, but you won't get the experience like with KBOS.

EVERYTHING- It was a blast and the crew and captains were awesome!! The musicians are so talented…read moreand they made the VIBE!! Captain Kalani and Captain Sandy were the BEST!!! They sang happy birthday to my hubby and congratulated my kids on their recent wedding!! You get the total local experience on this boat!!! Highly suggest - a must do when on Oahu! The sandbar is amazing and a must do! I am kamaaina and this was my first time - definitely fun filled for the ohana

These guys would get 10 stars if I could rate them that high. What an overall amazing experience…read morefor me and my family. This is an all inclusive sailing snorkeling, and lunch event with amazing staff. You can be picked up at your hotel if you are in Waikiki or drive out to the pier. Recommend you get there a little early as parking can be limited as the day gets busier. Luckily, we came on a day where it was about half the normal capacity so we had room to spread out on the ship. The staff gave a very entertaining intro and safety brief. First stop was the sandbar. They provide his struggles and beach volleyball. We opted to just snorkel around the sandbar. Such a cool feeling to be out in the middle of the ocean and standing with water only as high as your knees. After spending time there, we started our way to a coral reef, but on the way we got to see a bunch of green sea turtles swimming next to us. What a cool opportunity! Probably my favorite part was the coral reef that we visited next. The water was so clear and blue and there were so many tropical fish swimming around the reef. I even captured a sighting of a reef tip shark on my underwater camera. Don't worry, they are harmless. Captain Maka was an amazing host. He was so patient with my kid and took time to show him the ropes and let him hang out with him on the bridge as he was navigating to each spot. The crew makes lunch. They literally barbecue hamburgers on the ship as you are out having fun snorkeling. And by the time you get back on board, the food is all cooked and you get to enjoy an amazingly delicious lunch on the ship as it made it its way to the next spot. Can't say enough about this excursion. The crew makes it so amazing. We will definitely come back and do this tour again as it was so much fun.

Not going to lie, I was participating bc it was a group activity our friends wanted to do. Though I…read morehave always wanted to go out to the Sandbar, it was our last day here and I wanted to do all the last minute things this trip. But, I am so glad we went! It was THE BEST time! Even with gloomy skies, and predicted rain, we all enjoyed ourselves. The crew was amazing and definitely made a difference in the experience. Our captain Maka made us all feel right at home instantly and felt as if we were all old friends. Julia, Akiko and Cody were so hospitable and friendly and made the experience so enjoyable. We were even able to recruit Cody to play volleyball with us! They keep the itinerary booked from cruising out to the sandbar, to playing volleyball, having a freshly prepared lunch onboard, to snorkeling out in the reef, having a hot cocoa break, and seeing the surrounding sites. It was so fun! And ofc you cannot beat the views in Kaneohe Bay! the KoOlaus are my fave and to see them from the water is even more breathtaking. The communication was top tier from the welcome orientation to giving us instructions and information on the sandbar and also snorkeling. Julia was always great with giving us info. We appreciated the lifeguard signals for while out on the reef too. The vessel is clean and well maintained. The bathroom onboard is cleaner than the ones at the dock too. Spacious for everyone to move about and gather. They have their own private area in the sandbar so there is no competition with other tour companies. We were able to coordinate roundtrip hotel pickup to/from Waikiki also which made it seamless. Pick up both ways was prompt and in a sizeable air conditioned coach. 10/10 experience that I'm so glad I finally checked off the list, and would do again with Captain Bob's.

I had the pleasure today of doing some ocean sports with Tropical Ocean Sports. This is a class…read morecompany from beginning to end. My girl and I had a blast doing the bumper, banana boat, snorkeling, jet ski, and Sand bar. The staff was professional and friendly. We will definitely be going on some more ocean sports adventures with T.O.S. in the future and will happily recommend them to anyone else looking to have some great fun.

I went on a sunset cruise with myself and my close friends and it was if I was a regular on this…read moreyacht! Captain Tommy and Taya were so accommodating and hospitable. It was as if we were long time friends. Excellent people, incredible music and good vibes. Could want nothing more. Would recommend to anyone looking for a high-end elegant and luxurious cruise

Fantastic day on the water! Truly a luxury experience. Crew and captain were top notch. Every…read morerequest was happily handled. Our guests were treated to a wonderful day. Looking forward to our next trip! By the way, Natalie was a terrific asset to the day. A true professional. She made us feel so very welcomed. Working in advance with owner, Daniel, was also a great experience.

We love seeing and snorkeling near turtles in Hawaii and for an upcoming trip to Oahu we weren't…read moresure we were going to be able to see them. I read about the excursions off Waikiki that all but promised seeing Honu. I did some research and chose to book with Captain Max Boat Tours and their Turtle Canyon Snorkel. I read reviews and what really attracted me to this outfitter was the fact they ran semi-private boat tours with only 6 guests. Correspondence (email) leading up to the excursion was clear and helpful. We arrived a few minutes early and visited their small shop while checking in. We waited just a few minutes and then were walked over to their boat dock, meeting both the guide, Sophia and the boat captain, Stephanie. They gave us safety information and prepared us for the short boat ride out to "Turtle Canyon". Our craft was a zodiac type inflatable raft with a mounted seats and a windscreen for the captain. We glided out to the snorkel zone with Waikiki beach before us, a grand ocean view of this famous beach. Sophie helped the other guests get their snorkel gear (included in the price) except for us - we bring our own snorkel equipment. We put in the water and after all guests were in, Sophia called in the direction she was leading us. On the way over we swam through schools of fish. This was an awesome experience we did not expect - we snorkel a lot and love seeing the marine life. We learned that some outfitters feed the fish out here and so they stick around instead of swim away, which we're used to experiencing. In about 20 feet of water our guide pointed out several turtles on the bottom. Lucky for us, one of them swap up for air - and stayed near the and stayed near the surface for quite a few minutes (longer than we usually see) which allowed us to get a great view of this beautiful creature (all the while, maintaining a safe distance to protect the turtle). Sophia led us to two other spots nearby, seeing fish on the reef below and several more turtles. Once again we were fortunate to have another turtle swim up to the surface for a few breaths. I'm very glad we chose Captain Max as some of the other outfitters that bring larger groups would have been a very different experience with a group clamoring for views of the few turtles that were out there. Our guide was knowledgeable, approachable, and friendly - and ensured we were all safe (and the marine life were also protected). On our way back to shore we were treated to another great view of Oahu, with Waikiki and Honolulu in the foreground and the mountains behind. Thanks Sophie and Captain Stephanie for a memorable excursion! NOTE: We know that early in the morning is generally the best time to snorkel as the water tends to be calmer, visibility better and fish ore active. We had a 930 start but next time would be the early time (730) as I learned there are even fewer other outfitters out on the water at that time.

Had a lot of fun! I don't remember their names too well, but the two women who took us on the tour…read morewere really funny and informative! They made sure we were safe and having a good time. I recommend this place!

We had our tour with Big John day 3 of our trip. I'm glad we did it earlier on the trip because he…read moreshowed us some amazing places that we would have never learned about if it was not for him. Later in the week we went back to some of those places to spend the entire day there. The places we loved the most were Eternity Beach and Waimea Bay rock jump. He also helped us book a sailing charter where we caught a fish, went swimming in the ocean. Thank you for showing us a great time Big John.

My family and I (group of 7) came to visit Hawaii Memorial weekend and we setup an private island…read moretour with big John. His customer service and funny jokes had the whole family relax and entertained the whole time. He showed us a lot of great places and took us to wonderful places to eat and shop. His driving was so good I even book him to take us back to the airport. If your looking for a great tour this is it!

I highly recommend Dolphin Excursions Hawaii because the team who operates it are highly organized,…read morethoughtful, experienced, intelligent, friendly, and helpful. They do their utmost best to address any needs and answer questions during the entire time. Plus, with their knowledge of the area, we spotted dolphins, a whale, a rare Hawaiian Monk Seal (who actually surfaced to watch us). During our two dives, we even swam near beautiful turtles. Our guide, Morgan, was especially fabulous! Big gratitude to him and to the rest of the crew who help make such a positively memorable experience!

Wow!!! This was amazing!!! They really take the time to explain what you see and the behaviors of…read morethe dolphins/whales. The captain was great at locating the spots and not staying too long so as not to interrupt the flow. I would highly recommend this tour to anyone who hasn't done one or even if you have it's a great recap. Would definitely do this again!!!