Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Hawaii, United States

4.5 (17.1k reviews) Spent 1-2 hours Ranking #4 in Hawaii Bodies of Water • Nature & Wildlife Areas

Beautiful beach and waters

This protected marine life conservation area, named after its unique curved bay, is a popular snorkeling spot in Hawaii. Formed within a volcanic cone on the eastern side of Oahu, this marine sanctuary is home to vibrant marine life and well-preserved corals. There is a limited number of visitors allowed in the bay daily, so make a reservation in advance to secure your spot. It's also closed on certain days so remember to check before you go. You can rent snorkeling equipment here—all you have to do is remember to pack some reef-safe sunscreen. Some tours of the North Shore also stop by the bay for a quick photo opportunity. – Tripadvisor

Address

, Honolulu, Hawaii, United States, Postal Code: 96825-2005.

Mobile

+1 808-396-4229

Website

http://www.honolulu.gov/cms-dpr-menu/site-dpr-sitearticles/1716-hanauma-bay-home.html

Email

[email protected]

Current local date and time now

Friday, April 26, 2024, 23:30

User Ratings

4.5 based on (17.1k reviews)

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62%

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23%

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Reviews

4kanicon 5:00 PM Jan 22, 2022
Beautiful coral reefs
Requires reservations to enter and the earliest time we could get in there was 10 am. Orderly lines, Quick video and then entry into the bay. Enjoyed sunbathing, snorkeling there and we even got to catch a monk seal taking a quick nap on the sand
4KellyADawe 5:00 PM Feb 27, 2023
Short visit, Hard to get a reservation
They limit visitors here so a reservation is required, and they do sell out within minutes. They close the beach at 3 which was too early considering our reservation wasn't until 1230. Location was nice and family said snorkeling was beautiful. I asked one of the park staff to take a photo of me with my family and she flat out said NO! They are unnecessarily military like there. Nice to do one time but not worth $25 per person plus parking fee to go again.