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Josh \/ Sandbar Snorkeling Tour 2nd Tour<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Honolulu locals, we headed out with Capt. Bruce’s outfit with a group of out-of-town family friends, 8 in total, a second trip for some in my group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Friendly, accommodating staff made us feel comfortable from the beginning. Safety was first all along, from clear directions, watchful lifeguarding and situational awareness. Boat was nice, clean and in good shape. There are seats in the sun and 2\/3 boat is canopied. Get there first to secure your choice! Two bathroom options at the marina before\/after trip. Little shop to buy BYOB alcohol, if you forgot–which IS allowed on the boat–and the shop has incidentals, snacks souvenirs and ice cream. A burger-type restaurant next door, too. Snacks, soft drinks provided by the boat were welcome, including SPAM musubi!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Fairly short ride the mile out to the world’s largest salt-water sandbar. Outfit has a permanent float there that they maintain for equipment (SUPs and floaties and life vests). Their snorkeling equipment is high-quality and sanitized. They have an organized way of storing your personal stuff; I never worried about losing my wallet, sunglasses or other belongings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A strong swimmer, I had a bad snorkeling experience last time while going out myself, but this experience brought me back to confidence and loving it. I would say 100% that most would feel comfortable doing this experience. There were newborns and small babies on board. There is great snorkeling, for we saw many (10) sea turtles on way out and snorkeling, lots of fish and reef. However, you don’t have to snorkel but can chill on the boat (gorgeous scenery, including distance sets of Jurassic Park and Lost) and awe-inspiringly powerful planes and helicopters operating at the US Marine base nearby.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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