Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Tour
Snorkel, SUP & Free Waikiki Transportation
Guided snorkeling at Turtle Reef, stand-up paddleboarding, and sandbar exploration aboard a 40-ft catamaran. BYOB welcome — and free round-trip transportation from 12 Waikiki hotels.
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.49 | 1,420 reviews | Mon–Sat | From $125/adult
Why Captain Bruce?
Captain Bruce offers one of the most personal and flexible sandbar experiences on Oʻahu, with over 1,420 reviews and a dedicated crew known for their warmth, bilingual service, and expert knowledge of Kāneʻohe Bay.
A smaller, more intimate boat (max 30 guests), BYOB canned drinks welcome, and free pickup from 12 Waikiki hotels. The guide-led snorkel at Turtle Reef is a highlight — guests regularly spot Hawaiian green sea turtles.
- 🐢 Certified guide-led snorkel at Turtle Reef
- 🏄 Stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) in calm shallow water
- 🚤 40-ft catamaran — intimate, max 30 guests
- 🍻 BYOB canned drinks welcome — shared cooler provided
- 🚌 Free round-trip from 12 Waikiki hotels
- 🍙 Local snacks: Spam musubi, chips, fruit & soft drinks
Choose Your Package
🐢 Turtle Watching Cruise
Departs 9:00 AM | $125/adult | $115/child
Limited Time — Available until April 30, 2026
A relaxed 2.5–4.5 hour cruise to spot Hawaiian green sea turtles and explore the sandbar. Snacks and soft drinks included. No snorkeling or SUP — perfect for those who want to soak in the scenery.
🌅 Morning Tour
Departs 9:00 AM | From $169/adult | $159/child
3–6 hours total. Snorkel at Turtle Reef with a certified guide, stand-up paddleboard, and explore the sandbar. Snacks, soft drinks, SUP boards, snorkel gear & life jackets included.
🌇 Afternoon Tour
Departs ~12:15 PM | From $169/adult | $159/child
Same great experience as the morning tour in the afternoon. Snorkel, SUP, local snacks and soft drinks included. Free Waikiki transportation included.
💡 Good to Know
📍 Departs: Heʻeia Kea Small Boat Harbor, Kāneʻohe (Slip #316, green catamaran “Ke Alaula”)
🚌 Transportation: Free round-trip from 12 Waikiki hotels
⏱️ Duration: 3–6 hours total (approx. 2h45m on water)
👀 Boat: 40-ft power catamaran, max 30 guests
🍻 Drinks: BYOB canned drinks welcome; shared cooler provided
🍙 Snacks: Spam musubi, granola bars, chips, fruit & soft drinks
🤿 Swim test: Must swim 16 yards with life jacket to snorkel at reef
👨👩👧 Kids: All ages welcome; under 17 must be with adult
🅿️ Parking: Free at harbor (arrive early — limited spots)
🐾 Wildlife: Sea turtle sightings common at Turtle Reef
⭐ What Travelers Say
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Wonderful experience!”
Sea turtles at the sandbar AND during snorkeling! The bilingual staff explained everything carefully. The bus driver was friendly and full of great Oahu stories. Would love to come back!
— K.K, Friends (March 2026) · Captain Bruce Tour
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Memories typical of Hawaii”
On our honeymoon, we wanted a truly Hawaiian experience. The crew spoke Japanese fluently, took lots of photos for us, and made the whole trip magical. We’ll definitely come back next visit!
— Tomosan, Couples (March 2026) · Captain Bruce Tour
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ “Best snorkel trip on Oahu”
Best customer service. The shuttle driver Kaplan was amazing — very personable and knowledgeable about Oahu. Snorkel guide Jaime was excellent, making all guests feel comfortable and pointing out marine life throughout.
— Penny, Families (January 2026) · Captain Bruce Tour
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From $125/adult · Mon–Sat departures · Free Waikiki hotel transportation
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