Description:

     Hanauma Bay is actually a nature preserve. It is visited by about 3,000 people every day making it one of the best know attractions in Hawaii. Is Hanauma deserving of it's fame? Why do they come?

    Well first off Hanauma Bay is simply a gorgeous place to visit. The beach is nestled in by a submerged crater who's seaward wall has collapsed into the sea. The 2000 foot long sandy beach is lined with palm tress and the walls of the volcano make for a great backdrop. The water  has a deep blue turquoise  quality with the coral reef providing it with unique patterns.

     Second, the bay with its' shallow waters, calm conditions and extraordinarily colorful  sealife make for a great spot for snorkelers, from the novice to the experienced. Some of the different types of marine life you can see are green sea turtles, moray eels, and tropical reef fish such as  Yellow Tangs, Angelfish, Damsel fish and Puffer fish.

    Third, Hanauma Bay Beach Park features good facilities with restrooms, cold showers,picnic tables, benches and a concession stand. In all Hanauma Bay makes for  a great  outdoor experience, living up to it's reputation as a most do stop on any vacation to Oahu.
 

    Parking: Parking  is a $1.00 per car. When the lot is full they will close the lot.

      Hours: Closed Tuesdays. Hanauma Bay Beach Park is open 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the winter and  6:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. during the summer.

      Admission: Entrance fee is  $5.00 general admission. Free for Kama'aina (local id required).

      Watching Video:  Beside the entrance fee all visitors must watch a short informative video that tells the history of Hanauma Bay and teaches visitors how to help safeguard the fragile marine life in the nature preserve of Hanauma Bay.

Note: The walkway down to the beach is long and steep. (see photo at right) There is a shuttle bus for those who need or want to ride to the beach. For those who have visited Hanauma Bay in years past you are no longer allowed to feed the fish.  Walkway  to the beach.