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 This "Curved" bay was declared a protected marine life conservation area and underwater park in 1967. This is the very best beach area if you are new to Scuba diving or snorkeling with a diversified population of fish and a rich coral reef. The bay floor is the crater of a volcano that opened up to the ocean when the exterior wall collapsed.
There is a large sandy beach perfect for sunbathing and there are several hiking trails leading to breathtaking lookouts.
The bay provides some protection from large ocean waves and allows swimmers a terrific opportunity to view the reef life in a safer, protected environment.
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$1 per car parking fee
$3 per person admission fee for those 13 years or older
$1 per person shuttle bus fee each way (this is optional - there is a good, but steep, road from the parking lot area to the beachfront)
Open from 6:00am - 7:00pm daily
Closed on Tuesdays
Do not stand or walk on the coral reef - this is a live reef.
Do not feed the fish. Avoid walking on the rocky ledges on the sides of the bay where waves are breaking - lava is porous and it crumbles easily. Caution must be taken during seasonal high surf.
Lifeguards
Reef and Sand Beach Area
Picnic Areas
Concession Stand
Snorkel Gear Rental Available
Restrooms
Showers
Phones
Educational Center
Wheelchair Accessible via shuttle bus or trolley |
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Leaving Waikiki via the H1 Freeway and traveling east, you will end up on the KALANIANAOLE (72) HWY. , then you will pass through the areas of Aina Haina and Hawaii Kai. After Hawaii Kai, the KALANIANAOLE (72) HWY. climbs, with the distinctive peak Koko Head on your right/makai. Near the crest of the hill a sign to the right/makai points the way (right) to Hanauma Bay. Immediately after making your right turn, notice a gated road to the extreme right. You cannot drive on it, but an easy 15 minute walk along this road and Koko Head's summit will open up amazing views along the coast and of incomparable Hanauma Bay below. |
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