Oahu Grand Circle Island Tour with Hanauma Bay Admission

What to bring

• Bring your original, valid government-issued photo ID for verification, as photocopies are not accepted.

• Wear your swimsuit beneath your clothes and pack a fresh change of clothes to put on before the return journey.

• Carry a towel so you can dry off completely after your time at the beach.

• Wear comfortable walking shoes, as the experience involves a moderate amount of walking.

• Bring reef-safe sunscreen to stay protected from the sun while helping safeguard the bay’s marine ecosystem.

• Pack your own water and snacks, as food and beverages are not provided at the preserve.

• Keep a credit card handy for snorkel equipment rentals and other purchases, as cash is not accepted.

• Bring a lightweight jacket or cover-up for added comfort in the air-conditioned coach.

• Use a small, easy-to-carry bag to organize essentials such as your towel, swimwear, and spare clothes.

What’s not allowed

• Leave alcohol, glass containers, large tents, and oversized coolers behind, as they are prohibited at Hanauma Bay.

• Do not bring or use non–reef-safe sunscreen; only reef-safe options are permitted.

• Smoking, vaping, and the use of e-cigarettes are prohibited within the preserve.

• Pets and other animals are not allowed, except for service animals.

Accessibility

• ADA-accessible vehicle requests must be made when booking, with at least 48 hours' notice before your scheduled tour.

• Wheelchair-accessible facilities are available in the main areas, although the natural terrain can make reaching the beach difficult for some guests.

Additional information

• Plan around Hanauma Bay’s regular closure on Mondays and Tuesdays when choosing your visit date.

• Reservations become available on the 1st of each month for dates in the following month.

• Be prepared for moderate walking throughout the experience and wear clothing and footwear suitable for the conditions.

• Make sure you are completely dry before boarding the vehicle for your return trip.

• Protect the preserve’s fragile marine habitat by avoiding contact with coral, never feeding fish, and leaving natural items where you find them.

• Snorkel equipment can be rented at beach level, with credit card payments required.

• Lockers, restrooms, showers, and changing stations are available for visitor use during your time at the preserve.

• A short educational safety video is mandatory for all visitors. Guests traveling with Roberts Hawaii can complete this requirement during the ride.

• Your ticket is issued on the vehicle after you have watched the safety video and cannot be picked up separately at the kiosk.

• You must travel on the designated vehicle to use your ticket; otherwise, you forfeit the ticket and will need to enter through the public standby line.

• If you are staying outside Waikiki, arrange your own transportation to the designated pickup location.

• Be prepared for possible parking fees at the designated pickup points.

• Kamaʻāina and Active Military guests must present valid identification at pickup. Eligible guests may receive free Hanauma Bay admission, but transportation and other extras are not included.

• Circle Island combo: Select the Hanauma Bay and Circle Island combo to add the Grand Circle Island Tour to your itinerary and pair your bay visit with a full day of Oʻahu sightseeing.

• Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
• Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
• Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.