Captain Bob’s Kaneohe Sandbar Tour
Snorkeling, BBQ Lunch & Exclusive Sandbar Access
Two unique stops — the legendary Kaneohe Sandbar + coral reef snorkeling — aboard a spacious 46-ft catamaran. BBQ hamburger lunch included. Free round-trip Waikiki transportation.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.38 | 2,114 reviews | Mon–Sat departures | $189/adult
Why Choose Captain Bob’s?
Captain Bob’s has been running tours on Kāneʻohe Bay for over 30 years and holds an exclusive permit giving you access to a private, secluded section of the sandbar that other tours can’t reach.
Your tour is a two-stop adventure: first to the sandbar to swim, play volleyball, and soak up the views, then to a vibrant coral reef for guided snorkeling among tropical fish and Hawaiian green sea turtles. A hearty BBQ hamburger lunch is served on board between stops.
- 🚤 Spacious 46-ft double-hull catamaran with restrooms
- 🍔 BBQ hamburger lunch with baked beans, chips & fruit
- 🐠 Guided snorkeling at tropical coral reef
- 🏖️ Exclusive access to secluded sandbar section
- 🚌 Free round-trip Waikiki hotel transportation
- 👨👩👧 Family-friendly, all ages welcome
What You’ll Do
🏝️ Stop 1: The Sandbar
Swim, play Hawaiian-style water volleyball, or simply wade in the calm shallow waters. At low tide the sandbar emerges as a beach; at high tide it becomes a waist-deep lagoon. Either way — magical.
🤿 Stop 2: Coral Reef Snorkel
Snorkel at one of the only tropical barrier reefs in the US. Spot colorful tropical fish, coral gardens, and possibly Hawaiian green sea turtles in calm, clear water. All snorkel gear included.
🍔 BBQ Lunch on Board
A hearty BBQ hamburger lunch with baked beans, fruit cocktail, chips & soft drinks served on board. Vegetarian option available with 24-hour notice. Beer & wine available for purchase.
Book Your Package
🚤 Standard Package
Departs 10:30 AM | $189/adult | $167/child (3–11)
The complete Captain Bob’s experience: sandbar + coral reef snorkel + BBQ lunch. Free round-trip Waikiki transportation. Duration: 4–6.5 hours.
✅ Snorkel gear & life jackets
✅ BBQ hamburger lunch
✅ Water volleyball
✅ Free Waikiki hotel pickup
✅ Freshwater rinse & restrooms onboard
✅ Lifeguard-certified crew
⭐ What Travelers Are Saying
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “An unforgettable experience”
A beautiful and fantastic day on the catamaran. The views, the crew, and the whole experience were absolutely incredible. Thank you!
— Joanne, Friends (February 2026) · Captain Bob’s Tour
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Activities galore!”
I only did snorkeling and the banana boat but was very satisfied! A bilingual staff member made communication easy. The live music was lovely and the luxury shuttle bus was a pleasant surprise.
— Motsu, Couples (February 2026) · Captain Bob’s Tour
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Best day in Hawaii!”
The weather was perfect and the tour was absolutely the best. SUP was easy in the calm water, the banana boat had everyone laughing, and we even spotted sea turtles up close during snorkeling!
— Nobechi, Families (February 2026) · Captain Bob’s Tour
💡 Good to Know
📍 Departs from: Heʻeia Kea Small Boat Harbor — look for the white “MERAHI MANA” boat
🚌 Waikiki pickup: FREE from 9 hotels; departs ~9:10–9:45 AM
🕗 Tour time: 10:30 AM departure | 4–6.5 hours total
🅿️ Parking: Free at harbor (arrive early, limited spots)
🤿 Snorkel gear: Mask, snorkel & fins included (no full-face masks)
🍺 Drinks: Beer & wine available on board (except holidays)
👨👧 Ages: All ages welcome; kids under 17 need adult supervision
🚫 Outside food/drink: Not permitted on board
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