Captain Bruce Kaneohe Sandbar Turtle Watching & Snorkeling Tour
Looking for a family-friendly, off-the-beaten path thing to do in Hawai’i? Consider Captain Bruce’s Kane’ohe Bay Sandbar and snorkeling tour—we take you to one of the island’s most magnificent hidden spots: the Kane’ohe Bay Sandbar. As one of the oldest providers of Kane’ohe Bay Sandbar tours on the O’ahu, Captain Bruce is one of the only maritime providers to be licensed and have official Kane’ohe Sandbar access.
Highlight #1
All-inclusive family friendly package! Fun and memorable time for all. Paddle boards / Zayak for children / Water toys / Snorkeling gears / Life jacket / Soft drinks / Snacks & fruits
Highlight #2
BYOB! Bring your own food & drinks and enjoy at the sandbar! (*Alcohol beverages are allowed, but cans only)
Highlight #3
Snorkel around the turtle reef & SUP Guidance by our Captain & Crew! We welcome first-time swimmers and beginners!
Highlight #4
15 min boat ride! Upon arrival at the sandbar, you can relax on the boat and enjoy the beautiful scenery or participate in various activities on the year round calm water – Kane’ohe Bay Sandbar.
Packages:
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7:40 – 8:30
Waikiki area Hotel Pickup / Drop off
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9:15
Meeting Time at He’eia Kea Boat Harbor
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9:30
Departure from He’eia Kea Boat Harbor
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9:45
Arrival at the sandbar
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9:50
Snorkeling the Kaneohe Bay lagoon, Standup paddle boarding, Free time
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12:15
Leave the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar to Heʻeia Kea Boat Harbor in Kaneohe
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12:30
Arrival at the Heʻeia Kea Boat Harbor
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13:30
Waikiki area Hotel drop off
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11:05 – 11:55
Waikiki area Hotel Pickup
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12:45
Meeting Time
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13:00
Departure from He’eia Kea Boat Harbor
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13:15
Arrival at the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar
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13:20
Snorkeling the Kaneohe Bay lagoon, Standup paddle boarding, Free time
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15:45
Leave the Kaneohe Bay Sandbar to Heʻeia Kea Boat Harbor in Kaneohe
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16:00
Arrival at the Heʻeia Kea Boat Harbor
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17:00
Waikiki area Hotel drop off
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FAQs
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-Snacks (Granola bars, Chips)
-Soft drink
-Community cooler (Limited space)
-Life Jacket
-Snorkeling mask, mouthpiece are provided (Snorkeling fins are not provided)
-Standup Paddle Board *available at no charge
-Transportation (Waikiki hotel area – Heeia kea Harbor) -
-Food (Please feel free to pack your own food )
-Alcohol (BYOB is allowed, but cans only, not bottles. )
[Please note] Alcohol is not allowed on a 3 days weekend, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day.
-Snorkeling fins
-Japanese staff are not currently available
-Gratuity is not included in the price. If you are satisfied with the tour, gratuities are always sincerely appreciated. -
Face mask
-Beach towel
-Swim wear
-Sunscreen
-Useful things to have: Rash guard, water shoes, sunglasses, long-sleeve -
[ Liability Waiver ]
All customers over the age of 18 are required to submit a liability form at the link below.
[ Proof of Vaccination / Proof of Negative COVID-19 ]
In response to the City and County of Honolulu’s Emergency Order No. 2021-11, over the age of 12 who participates on the tour after September 13th, 2021 must submit “Proof of Vaccination (approved by the Hawaii Department of Health ) ” or “Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test ( taken within 48 hours of the departure time of the tour/the name on the test has to match on your ID).
[ Online submission form for Liability Waiver/Proof of Vaccination / Proof of Negative COVID-19 ]
Please share the link with each participant in your group and individually submit it 48 hours (24 hours, if you are submitting Proof of Negative COVID-19 Test) prior to the tour.
https://www.jotform.com/cbtengoku/captainbruceeng -
-Guests under 18 years old must be accompanied by an adult.
-Drinking in the United States begins at the age of 21. In addition, you cannot participate in snorkeling after drinking alcohol.
-[Please note] Alcohol is not allowed on a 3 days weekend, including Memorial Day, Independence Day, and Labor Day. -
Effective September 13, 2021, the Mayor of the City and County of Honolulu mandates that upon check-in, persons show proof of photo identification with:
1. Full vaccination card OR2. “Negative” or “not-detected” COVID-19 test result taken within 48 hours of entry to the premise.
Children under 12 years of age are exempt.
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Heeiakea Boat Harbor
46-499 Kamehameha Hwy.Kaneohe, HI) -
Cancellations and Change made within 72 hours or “no showing” on your tour date will result in a full charge. To cancel or make changes to your reservation, please contact us during our normal business hour (8am-5pm)
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Pricing:
- AM Tour 9:30AM departure (OHVAT)
Adult (12+): $134.00
Child (2-11): $124.00
Infant (1 and under): Free - PM Tour 1:00PM departure (OHVPT)
Adult (12+): $134.00
Child (2-11): $124.00
Infant (1 and under): Free
*Price subject to change.
Availability and Schedule:
Available daily except Sundays and Holidays











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