Hanauma Bay Honolulu Hawaii

Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve is a Nature preserve located in Honolulu .

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Feb 20, 2025
We booked our time here through a tour as we couldn’t get tickets. 3 hours wasn’t enough! There was so many fish, the sand was soft and the water was calm. Great for kids and families. Limiting the n…Full review by Ryan R
Feb 18, 2025
Pros: Abundant and diverse fish! You'll see so many tropical fish that you'll lose track. You'll also see sea urchins, sea cucumbers, coral, and I caught a glimpse of one sea turtle. The waves are al…Full review by Nathan F
Feb 18, 2025
Half the beach was closed off for no good reason, so all the tourists were all cramped together like cows on the beach . We were out snorkeling and noticed a guy going through our bags on the beach…Full review by Donna S
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Hanauma Bay, situated on the southern coast of Oahu, boasts a distinctive horseshoe shape, which is the result of a volcanic eruption that f…
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Famed for its beautiful horseshoe-shaped sandy beach and clear, calm turquoise waters, this natural marine sanctuary is home to thousand…
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Hello, Can you get to Hanauma Bay on public transport from central Waikiki? Many Thanks
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Yes. Use Google Maps, Directions, choose public transit.
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Answer by nancie r · Mar 1, 2025
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Which bus should we take from Waikiki Beach Marriot Resort to get to Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve?
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I used the transportation service provided via the Hanuma Bay itself and was very happy. It was worth it. Just call the park--or book online-- and set up your reservations directly with …
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I used the transportation service provided via the Hanuma Bay itself and was very happy. It was worth it. Just call the park--or book online-- and set up your reservations directly with them, and add on the transportation package. Remember the 6 am time gives you the best water visibility so its worth the early morning start :)
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I see people saying an online reservation is absolutely required and sells out in 10 minutes and I see people saying they …
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I see people saying an online reservation is absolutely required and sells out in 10 minutes and I see people saying they bought their ticket at the gate. I'm planning a trip for May 2023. What's the current best way to get a ticket?
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It was quite difficult to get a ticket, if I remember correctly they release the tickets @ 7AM, two days in advance? That is what we did, I have no idea about purchasing at the gate? good luck!
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What is included in the standard snorkel rental and what is in the premium rental?
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Hi ! I’m actually not 100% sure what the difference is, most people recommend to bring your own snorkeling gear. The rentals at Hanauma Bay are very expensive so i would …
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Hi ! I’m actually not 100% sure what the difference is, most people recommend to bring your own snorkeling gear. The rentals at Hanauma Bay are very expensive so i would recommend to either buy your own gear at a store (ABC stores), or you can rent snorkel gear at another location.
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Answer by Carolina B · May 20, 2022
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I tried for 50 mins starting at 7 am but the website said always DISMISS, limit the 6 members even though I checked for …
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I tried for 50 mins starting at 7 am but the website said always DISMISS, limit the 6 members even though I checked for 2 people, or all tickets sold out at the last stage. It is so annoying actually. Any problem with the website or any cautions I should know?
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Be sure to login a few minutes before it opens at 7 am and be quick to complete your transaction. Last time it only took 10 minutes to sold out.
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