Experience the Beauty of Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a seasoned traveler, Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve brings together beauty & nature in one epic experience.
Book up to 60 days in advance before tickets sell out.
Hanauma Bay is Oʻahu’s most popular snorkeling destination and one of Hawaii’s hardest attractions to secure admission for. Public tickets are released just two days prior and often sell out within minutes.
The Hanauma Bay Guaranteed Snorkel Experience provides the convenience of securing Hanauma Bay admission together with round-trip Pier transportation in one easy package, with reservations available up to 60 days in advance. Guests enjoy a smooth, stress-free experience aboard Roberts Hawaii’s eco-friendly shuttle, where the mandatory Hanauma Bay educational video is viewed en route, allowing more time to enjoy the bay upon arrival.
Snorkel equipment rentals are conveniently available at Hanauma Bay through the onsite concessionaire, with basic rental packages generally ranging from approximately $15–$20.
Skip the stress of sold-out tickets, parking, and long lines, and experience Oʻahu’s premier snorkeling destination the easy way with Roberts Hawaii.
Important Information:
- Hanauma Bay is closed on Mondays & Tuesdays
- Guaranteed Admission Tickets and Transportation included
- Guest will be shuttled from the Cruise Port to Waikiki Beach Marriott Resort & Spa to board the Hanauma Bay Shuttle.
- 12:05pm Return Shuttle Time from Hanauma Bay.
- Please bring a valid government-issued photo ID (NO COPIES).
- Moderate walking – please wear comfortable shoes and dress appropriately.
- Please bring extra clothes and a towels to ensure our vehicles remain clean. Guests must be dry before boarding.
- As a Marine Life Conservation District, touching or standing on coral, feeding fish, or removing any natural items is strictly prohibited.
- Lockers, restrooms, showers, and changing stations are available at the preserve.
- All visitors are required to watch a short educational safety video. Roberts Hawaii guests will view this video during the ride to Hanauma Bay, allowing them to bypass the viewing line and head straight into the bay to enjoy their visit.
What You Need To Know
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- Swimwear – Come dressed or bring a change of clothes.
- Towel & extra clothes – Guests must be dry before boarding the return vehicle.
- Reef-safe sunscreen – Protect your skin and help preserve the bay’s delicate ecosystem.
- Comfortable shoes – Moderate walking required along trails and pathways.
- Water & snacks – Keep hydrated (outside food, non-alcoholic drink and small coolers allowed. No glass bottles or containers)
- Credit Card – For food concession, lockers, snorkel rentals, and any personal purchases. No cash accepted.
- Light jacket or cover-up – Optional, for comfort after swimming as our vehicles are air conditioned.
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For the safety of guests and the preservation of Hanauma Bay, the following are not allowed:
- Alcohol or glass containers
- Beach umbrellas, large tents, or oversized coolers
- Non–reef-safe sunscreen
- Smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes
- Pets or animals (service animals permitted)
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- If you require any special accommodations due to disability, please include them under the comment section at the time of booking.
- If you require a wheelchair accessible vehicle, the type of wheelchair must be specified in the comments section when booking online or by directly calling Roberts Hawaii. Due to limited availability, we require ADA vehicle reservations to be made a minimum of 48 hours prior to the date and time of service.
- We make all reasonable attempts to accommodate the needs of disabled travelers.
- Hanauma Bay provides ADA-accessible restrooms and pathways to the beach lookout area.
- While the main facilities are wheelchair accessible, please note that beach access may be limited due to natural terrain.
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- Cancellations made outside of 48 hours from service day is subject to a 10% cancellation fee. Please allow 10-12 working days for refunds to be processed back to your card. Cancellations made less than 48 hours from service day is non-refundable. (100% charge). No shows are subject to full charge.