Hanauma Bay Beginner Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide & Waikiki Transportation
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Highlights
Visit Oahu's #1 attraction and one of the most beautiful snorkeling destinations in the world
Skip the long entrance lines, and go on a small group snorkeling tour with a maximum of six guests
You will be accompanied by expert guides who will ensure that you have a fun and safe experience
Explore Hanauma Bay with one of the select tours authorized by the State of Hawaii
Conveniently available at Hanauma Bay in Hawaii Kai, with roundtrip transportation from Waikiki
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Reviews
Outstanding experience!!
Roger and Susan
Posted on:
2023/04/22 | Roger and Susan
Amazing day!
Mike and Peg
Posted on:
2020/03/15 | Mike and Peg
Overview
Oahu
4.5 - 5 hour(s) incl. transportation
Available Wed, Thu, Fri
Pick-up available
Not Accessible
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What to expect
Book an exclusive Hanauma Bay guided snorkeling tour with an expert local guide and explore the best snorkel locations at Oahu's number one snorkeling beach. Great for both kids and adults, this tour includes transportation, snorkel gear, and more!
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Packages
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Standard Package
From USD 90.00
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Availability Calendar
Private Tour (up to 5 - 10 people)
From USD 395.00
Total:
Price per 1 Group :
Availability Calendar
Standard Package
Total:
Price per Adult/Child :
Adult/Child (Age 6-70)
From USD 90.00
Total:
Adult/Child (Age 6-70)
From USD 90.00
Price per Adult/Child :
• Tour times: 7:00AM - 11:00AM and 12:00PM - 4:00PM
• Hanauma Bay duration: 2.5 hours
• All necessary gear will be provided including snorkel, mask, flotation devices, lock box for storage, and snacks.
• It is important to note that Hanauma Bay Park admission is NOT included with your tour. Tickets are $25 for adults 13 years old and above.
Overview
Morning, Afternoon
4.5 - 5 hour(s)
Available Wed, Thu, Fri
With pick-up
Not Accessible
Inclusions: Bottled water / Snacks / Snorkeling equipment (snorkel, mask & fins) / Guide / Flotation devices / Storage lock box
Schedule
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Start time :
06:00-06:30
Pick-up from Waikiki Hotels & Resorts
07:00
Arrive at Hanauma Bay
Watch the Hanauma Bay Conservation Video (15 mins)
Once you arrive at Hanauma Bay, skip the line and head straight into the theater to watch a brief video about the conservation efforts at Hanauma Bay. Learn how to enjoy your time at this protected beach, and also how to keep the marine life and the coral reef safe as you have fun snorkeling.
Snorkel Lesson & Practice (30 mins)
At the shoreline, your expert local guide will go over the basics of snorkeling and swimming in open water, and guests who require flotation devices will be fitted with one to assist them in the open water. Experienced participants will be able to quickly enter the water explore the shallow areas.
Guided Hanauma Bay Snorkel Tour (1 hr)
Explore the waters of Hanauma Bay and see all the beauty that this protected nature preserve has to offer. Your guide will be right by your side as explore the many coral reefs that are home to a number of tropical Hawaiian fish and even green sea turtles. Get ready for the best Oahu snorkel tour!
Free Time at Hanauma Bay (1 hr)
After your guided snorkel tour, enjoy an hour of free time at Hanauma Bay. You can take this opportunity to continue snorkeling, buy a delicious lunch for the concession stand, purchase souvenirs from the gift shop, or simply relax on the beach and soak in the warm Hawaiian sun and island breezes.
10:00
Depart to Waikiki
11:00
Drop-off at Waikiki Hotels
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
06:00-06:30![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
11:00-11:30![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
11:00![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
16:00![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Location
Start time :
Pick-up time & location
06:00-06:30
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Start time :
Drop-off time & location
11:00
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Notes
Restrictions
- Guests with exhaustion are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with asthma or other respiratory problems are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 6 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- People 70 years old and above can not participate in this activity.
- Transportation is provided from Waikiki hotels only. Guests staying outside of Waikiki will need to go to Waikiki for pick-up.
- Tour schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Basic swimming ability required.
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- Hanauma Bay Park admission is NOT included.
Tickets are $25 for adults 13 years old and above. Admission is free for children 12 years and below, Hawaii residents with a state ID, and active duty U.S. military members and their dependents.
Prices are subject to change, and please bring cash to cover the admission fee.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 6.
Required items to bring & attire
- Cash
- Credit card
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Drinks and meals are available for purchase
- During the tour, your guide will do their best to take professional photos throughout the tour, and if available, they will be posted on the company Facebook page for you to download. While these photos are not guaranteed, every effort will be made to make them available.
Private Tour (up to 5 - 10 people)
Total:
Price per 1 Group :
1 Group (persons 1-5)
From USD 395.00
Total:
1 Group (persons 1-5)
From USD 395.00
Price per 1 Group :
• Tour times: 7:00AM - 11:00AM and 12:00PM - 4:00PM
• Hanauma Bay duration: 2.5 hours
• All necessary gear will be provided including snorkel, mask, flotation devices, lock box for storage, and snacks.
• It is important to note that Hanauma Bay Park admission is NOT included with your tour. Tickets are $25 for adults 13 years old and above.
Overview
Morning, Afternoon
4.5 - 5 hour(s)
Available Wed, Thu, Fri
With pick-up
Not Accessible
Inclusions: Bottled water / Snacks / Snorkeling equipment (snorkel, mask & fins) / Guide / Flotation devices / Storage lock box
Schedule
View All
Start time :
06:00-06:30
Pick-up from Waikiki Hotels & Resorts
07:00
Arrive at Hanauma Bay
Watch the Hanauma Bay Conservation Video (15 mins)
Once you arrive at Hanauma Bay, skip the line and head straight into the theater to watch a brief video about the conservation efforts at Hanauma Bay. Learn how to enjoy your time at this protected beach, and also how to keep the marine life and the coral reef safe as you have fun snorkeling.
Snorkel Lesson & Practice (30 mins)
At the shoreline, your expert local guide will go over the basics of snorkeling and swimming in open water, and guests who require flotation devices will be fitted with one to assist them in the open water. Experienced participants will be able to quickly enter the water explore the shallow areas.
Guided Hanauma Bay Snorkel Tour (1 hr)
Explore the waters of Hanauma Bay and see all the beauty that this protected nature preserve has to offer. Your guide will be right by your side as explore the many coral reefs that are home to a number of tropical Hawaiian fish and even green sea turtles. Get ready for the best Oahu snorkel tour!
Free Time at Hanauma Bay (1 hr)
After your guided snorkel tour, enjoy an hour of free time at Hanauma Bay. You can take this opportunity to continue snorkeling, buy a delicious lunch for the concession stand, purchase souvenirs from the gift shop, or simply relax on the beach and soak in the warm Hawaiian sun and island breezes.
10:00
Depart to Waikiki
11:00
Drop-off at Waikiki Hotels
Location
Pick-up/Check-in Time & Location
06:00-06:30![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
11:00-11:30![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Drop-off/Check-out Time & Location
11:00![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
16:00![1]()
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Location
Start time :
Pick-up time & location
06:00-06:30
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Start time :
Drop-off time & location
11:00
Waikiki - Specific hotel
Notes
Restrictions
- Guests with exhaustion are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with asthma or other respiratory problems are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 6 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- People 70 years old and above can not participate in this activity.
- Transportation is provided from Waikiki hotels only. Guests staying outside of Waikiki will need to go to Waikiki for pick-up.
- Tour schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Basic swimming ability required.
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- Hanauma Bay Park admission is NOT included.
Tickets are $25 for adults 13 years old and above. Admission is free for children 12 years and below, Hawaii residents with a state ID, and active duty U.S. military members and their dependents.
Prices are subject to change, and please bring cash to cover the admission fee.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 5.
Required items to bring & attire
- Cash
- Credit card
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Drinks and meals are available for purchase
- During the tour, your guide will do their best to take professional photos throughout the tour, and if available, they will be posted on the company Facebook page for you to download. While these photos are not guaranteed, every effort will be made to make them available.
Reviews
Outstanding experience!!
2023/04/22
Couples
Roger and Susan
Dan and Chieko were great hosts and guides. Dan picked us up and we talked with him quite a bit. He was kind, knowledgeable, and down-to-earth. Chieko was energetic, caring, and knowledgeable. The whole process (pick...
moreAmazing day!
2020/03/15
Couples
Mike and Peg
This was so fun! We were totally new to snorkeling and a bit intimidated!
Dan, our guide, was patient and kind. He encouraged us and told us we had all day if needed.
After 10 minutes or so, we felt confident and re...
Great snorkel experience!!
2020/03/08
Couples
Jim D
Dan was our instructor. Awesome!! Cyndi was a first-timer; in fact, can not swim. Dan taught her how to be comfortable in the water, took her hand, guided her around the Bay. She loved it, sparked us on to additional s...
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FAQ
Q. Do I need to be able to swim to participate?
A. No, you do not need to know how to swim and flotation devices will be provided.
Q. Why isn't the admission price to Hanauma Bay included in the tour cost?
A. All the proceeds for the admission price into Hanauma Bay goes back to the State of Hawaii for the upkeep of Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve.
Q. When is Hanauma Bay closed?
A. Hanauma Bay is closed to the public on Wednesdays & Tuesdays. It is also closed for commercial tours on weekends and state/federal holidays. Please click here for the Hawaii State Holiday Schedule.
Q. Are prescription snorkel masks available?
A. There are prescription snorkel masks provided, however, selection is limited. Please submit your request upon booking.
Q. Can I come along even if I don't want to snorkel?
A. Ride-alongs are welcome, but must pay the same rate as regular snorkelers.
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Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 12:00 local time, 5 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Any changes made after 12:00 local time, 5 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/time, package, the number of participants, etc.
Operation days
- Everyday
Payment / Cancellation Policy
Payment Methods
- Credit card payment
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Cancellation Policy
- Any cancellations made after 12:00 local time, 5 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount.
Change Policy
- Any changes made after 12:00 local time, 5 business days prior to the activity will be subject to a charge of 100% of the total amount. This includes, but not limited to, change of the activity date/time, package, the number of participants, etc.
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Restrictions
- Guests with exhaustion are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with asthma or other respiratory problems are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 6 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- People 70 years old and above can not participate in this activity.
- Transportation is provided from Waikiki hotels only. Guests staying outside of Waikiki will need to go to Waikiki for pick-up.
- Tour schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Basic swimming ability required.
Required items to bring & attire
- Cash
- Credit card
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- Hanauma Bay Park admission is NOT included.
Tickets are $25 for adults 13 years old and above. Admission is free for children 12 years and below, Hawaii residents with a state ID, and active duty U.S. military members and their dependents.
Prices are subject to change, and please bring cash to cover the admission fee.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Drinks and meals are available for purchase
- During the tour, your guide will do their best to take professional photos throughout the tour, and if available, they will be posted on the company Facebook page for you to download. While these photos are not guaranteed, every effort will be made to make them available.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a maximum of 6.
Restrictions
- Guests with exhaustion are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with asthma or other respiratory problems are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests with heart and cardiovascular issues are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- Guests who are pregnant are not permitted to participate in this activity.
- This activity is not wheelchair accessible.
- If less than 2 participants are booked, the activity may not operate.
- Children 6 years old and above can participate in this activity.
- People 70 years old and above can not participate in this activity.
- Transportation is provided from Waikiki hotels only. Guests staying outside of Waikiki will need to go to Waikiki for pick-up.
- Tour schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Basic swimming ability required.
Required items to bring & attire
- Cash
- Credit card
- Towel
- Swimsuit
- Change of clothes
- Reef-safe sunscreen
Other requirements
- Participants are required to sign a liability waiver at the time of check-in.
- Minors are required to have a parent or guardian sign their liability waiver.
- Hanauma Bay Park admission is NOT included.
Tickets are $25 for adults 13 years old and above. Admission is free for children 12 years and below, Hawaii residents with a state ID, and active duty U.S. military members and their dependents.
Prices are subject to change, and please bring cash to cover the admission fee.
Additional notes
- The activity schedule is subject to change or cancellation due to weather or traffic conditions.
- The activity provider does not assume any responsibility for your valuables and/or personal belongings.
- The tour guide has full discretion to refuse service to customers based on attire, behavior, physical fitness and condition.
- Gratuity is not included in the price.
- Drinks and meals are available for purchase
- During the tour, your guide will do their best to take professional photos throughout the tour, and if available, they will be posted on the company Facebook page for you to download. While these photos are not guaranteed, every effort will be made to make them available.
Booking requirements (# of participants, vehicles, hours, etc.)
- You can book a minimum of 1 and maximum of 5.
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Hanauma Bay Beginner Snorkel Tour with Expert Guide & Waikiki Transportation
Book an exclusive Hanauma Bay guided snorkeling tour with an expert local guide and explore the best snorkel locations at Oahu's number one snorkeling beach. Great for both kids and adults, this tour includes transportation, snorkel gear, and more!
