Hanauma Bay

United States, Hawaii

Hanauma Bay

LocationUnited States, Hawaii
RegionHawaii
TypeMarine Life Conservation District
Coordinates21.2680°, -157.6950°
Established1967
Area0.41
Nearest CityHawaii Kai (3 mi)
Major CityHonolulu (10 mi)

About Hanauma Bay

World-famous snorkeling destination in a volcanic bay crater on Oahu. Hawaii's first MLCD protects over 400 species of fish and the island's healthiest coral reef. Visitors must watch an educational video before entry. Daily caps and reservations manage the fragile ecosystem.