The 4 Best Hanauma Bay Snorkels Tours on Oahu

1.Hanauma Bay Snorkeling

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,232 reviews · 6 to 7 hours (approx.) · from $55Our pick

Ride from Waikiki to Hanauma Bay with Kaimana Tours, arrive early, and snorkel among tropical fish and coral using supplied equipment. Drivers such as Felipe, Luiz, and Philippe provide local tips and help with entry. Bring $25 cash for park admission, and allow 6 to 7 hours.

“We were picked up at the location around 5:40am and our tour guide shared with us some interesting facts about Hawaii during our drive. I accidentally snapped the rubber on my googles when snorkeling and they were quick to respond. They sent out a replacement very quickly and made it easy! Thank you again and we highly recommend booking this tour. Special thanks to our tour guide, luiz!”

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2.Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkeling Tour with Transportation

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 173 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $115Top rated

Join a maximum five-person snorkeling group at Hanauma Bay with Waikiki pickup, fins, mask, flotation vest, water, mat, and secure storage included. Guides such as Fumio and Tran help first-time snorkelers get comfortable, lead you to fish and turtles, and share photos and videos afterward. Admission costs extra.

“Wouldn’t visit Hanauma Bay any other way. Our guide, Fumio made everything so easy. From pick up to having snorkeling equipment ready, this is for those who don’t want to worry about anything. Plenty of snorkel time and Fumio made sure we were all ok and safe the whole time. Not for those who want to spend all day at the Bay resting with multiple times in the water, but would highly recommend to anyone else. Awesome experience.”

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3.Hanauma Bay Admission Ticket+Equipment Rental

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 84 reviews · 1 day · from $85

You arrange your Hanauma Bay entry time in advance, collect a mask, snorkel, fins, and floatation belt at the Watumull Building in Waikiki, then make your own way to the protected bay. The $85 package includes admission and equipment, but not transportation. Children 12 and under need ID for free admission.

“La bahía está hermosa pero tener que regresar el equipo en el centro de Waikiki donde no se puede estacionar es complicado”

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4.Hanauma Bay Guided Snorkel Tour (with guaranteed entrance time)

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 46 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $99

Meet your guide at Hanauma Bay’s entrance for a one-hour, small-group snorkel session with guaranteed entry and quality gear included. Certified guides such as Nyle and Eva provide hands-on instruction, point out reef fish and likely turtle areas, and help you stay clear of strong currents. You may remain at the bay after the tour.

“We had an incredible morning snorkeling with Nyle as our guide. She kept an eye on all of us, kept us away from strong currents and showed us where the sea turtles hang out so we could swim with them! It was a relaxed adventure with so much to see. I will do it again the next time we are in Hawaii.”

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