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Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve

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7455 Kalanianaole Highway, Honolulu, Hawaii 96825(808) 396-4229
Description: Just off the southeast coast of Oahu is the Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve. “Hana” means Bay, and “Uma” means curve - a name perfectly applicable for this bay formed in an ancient volcanic cone. The reserve is one of the mo...Read More

  • Hours:

    Wed.-Mon. 6-7

  • Price:

    Nonresident fee $5; parking $1; mask, snorkel, and fins rental $6; tram from parking lot to beach $1.50

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Snorkeling Photo - Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve, Honolulu, Oahu

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too shallow to snorkel

by arielleshea

Honolulu, Hawaii

April 10, 2011

The biggest draw to Hanauma Bay is the snorkeling in the crater, however, the water is so shallow that you are more focused on not ramming into the coral below you then focusing on the sealife. I still have a scar from being flung into the coral, ...Read more
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

by celestemy

Lawrence, Kansas

October 31, 2007

While we were in Honolulu (September), it rained for about 15 minutes every day, but it wasn’t strong rain or storms, so it was fine. One morning, during the 15 minutes rain, we decided to go to Hanauma Bay. We jumped on The Bus (the name for ...Read more

From journal Hawaiian Honeymoon

Hanauma Bay Nature Park

by Baski

Austin, Texas

June 7, 2007

The beach was beautiful and clean, and because the number of people are limited, it never seemed too crowded. This was the first time we snorkeled and we did see some nice fish. Had a great time and will go back.

From journal First Trip to Hawaii

Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve
Hanauma Bay Marine Preserve

by britalo

Salt Lake City, Utah

May 14, 2007

Best of IgoUgo If you go to Oahu you have to go snorkeling at Hanauma Bay! The bay is protected from large waves and the reef is just a few feet from the water's edge. The water here is shallow and crystal clear.There is a required informational movie that you ...Read more

From journal Oahu for Two

Hanauma Bay

by megankayd

Hope, Kansas

May 7, 2007

Absolutely beautiful. We went extremely early to beat most of the people there. There weren't many fish, but the highlight were the many sea turtles that day. They swam right up to you.

From journal 10 Days in Oahu

Hanauma Bay
Hanauma Bay

by Limburger

Oakdale, Minnesota

March 24, 2007

A visit to Hanauma Bay has to be included in your Oahu visit. Once a spot only accessible to the Hawaiian royal family, it is the prime spot to find fish and turtles while snorkeling.The Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is one of the world's most unique ...Read more

From journal HGVClub Hilton Hawaiian Village

Hunauma Bay Nature Preserve

by MilwVon

Milwaukee, Wisconsin

December 27, 2006

Best of IgoUgo This is a huge tourist attraction for visitors to Honolulu and throughout Oahu, with many tour operators offering snorkel trips to this highly regarding state park. The park is well maintained and offers visitors a pleasant experience. There is a ...Read more

From journal Oahu - Hawaii's Gathering Place

Hanauma Bay

by SunnyRD

Fairfax, Virginia

October 20, 2006

The water is clear so you can see far ahead of you. The corals are pretty much grey, and you'll see more fish in the deeper water. I got to see a turtle up close and I heard a few people shrieking with excitement for seeing an octopus.

From journal Highlights of Oahu, Hawaii

Hanauma Bay

by civicdidex

San jose, California

September 1, 2006

The world famous Hanauma Bay is the home to many exotic fish and turtles. If you have never been snorkeling, this is a great place to start. The waters are calm and clear, shallow for hundreds of feet. There is a bit of a reef so stay away from ...Read more

From journal Hawaii

Hanauma Bay Nature Park

by TravelinGal63

Virginia Beach, Virginia

May 23, 2006

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is a beautiful place to spend some snorkel time. But snorkeling can tire you out, so be sure to keep an eye on the kids. The current fees at Hanauma Bay are $1 per car to park, and $5 per person to enter. The entrance fee ...Read more

From journal Oahu Vacation