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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, Honolulu, HI

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Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

Snorkel over a coral reef inside a flooded volcanic crater on Oahu's southeast coast, a protected nature preserve.

7455 Kalanianaole Hwy · Honolulu, HI

About Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve

Hanauma Bay is a curved bay on Oahu's southeast coast, set inside a volcanic tuff ring that formed about 32,000 years ago. It has been a protected marine area since 1967, and about 400 species of fish live in its waters, along with green sea turtles. Every visitor watches a short educational video about the reef before heading down to the beach. Entry is by reservation, opened online two days ahead, with a limited number of walk-in tickets.

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