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It should be to no surprise that we are defenders of Hawaii, supporters of Oahu and advocates of Hawaii Kai. We’re here to let the people know what’s happening because we want everyone to enjoy the things we love! Every now and again Hawaii Kai Towne Center puts on a festival on the marina. At…

Sweet home Hawaii Kai! Yes, we spend a lot of time on the east end of Oahu.  Truth is, when we’re not at the office (our office being Hanauma Bay) we’re probably never more than a few miles away. We encourage visitors to make a day of Hawaii Kai — below are five reasons why….

School is out, Summer is here and we’re pumped for what the next couple of months have in store — BEACH DAYS GALORE! There are few essentials when it comes to the beach — sun screen, water and (our personal favorite) food! Rather than packing a bag of chips or roll of crackers, grab some…

Sun exposure is important. Ultraviolet rays activate our body’s natural production of Vitamin D. Here at Hanauma Bay Snorkeling Adventures, weʻre all about soaking in the sun. It should not go unsaid, however, that too much unprotected exposure to the sun’s UV rays can cause skin damage, eye damage, immune system suppression, and skin cancer….

Hawaii is a magical paradise filled with nature and unparalleled views. It’s surreal to think that we get to call this place home. Below are our top seven natural wonders of Hawaii — we’ve been to some and we’re hoping to visit others. 1. OHELO GULCH, MAUI These fresh water pools sit on the lower…

Oahu is home to some of the most popular, picturesque lookouts in the state. Below are a just a few to add to your ‘go-see’ list. NUʻUANU PALI LOOKOUT If the windward coast of Oahu is what you’re longing to view, then the Nu’uanu Pali Lookout should stand as your first go-see. Its 1200-foot pali…

Hawaii basically has one season all year long – summer. With summer comes sunshine and full days spent at the beach. And if we’re being honest, there are a few issues that come the beach that we could gladly do without: getting sand everywhere, dropping your phone in the water, and losing your keys in…

Here at Hanauma Bay Snorkel Adventures we are complete snorkel enthusiast, snorkel nerds really. And it’s easy for us to assume that you all love snorkeling as much as we do. But if we’re totally honest, most of the world hasn’t even give two thoughts to giving snorkeling a try. If you’re on the fence…

Its calm, blue water, white sands and cocktail of sea life make Hanauma Bay the prime Oahu spot for snorkeling. Although you can expect to see about 110 varied species on your underwater excursion, below are four fish that are guaranteed to make an appearance. The Kikakapu, known as the Threadfin Butterflyfish, is first on…

Snorkeling is a sure way for travelers to experience the best of all worlds. The relaxing hobby offers beautiful, vibrant seascapes without the costly gear and training that scuba diving requires. Naturally, we are huge snorkel enthusiasts and want to ensure everyone’s snorkeling experience goes as smooth as possible. Below are six tips we find…