Oahu Snorkeling Guide
Papaoneone Beach
This beautiful Oahu snorkeling beach is sort of behind some condo units, and offers little public parking, so it is not very popular. And frankly, it is not a great snorkeling spot, but if you happen to be staying at either the Hawaiian Princess or the Makaha Beach Cabanas at Papaoneone, you should give it a go.
Site Snorkeling Details - Papaoneone Beach
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Like we said above, this spot does not offer great snorkeling, but it is OK! The beach is stunning but steep, so don't go in when the waves are crashing. The underwater offers some rocky relief, fish and a tiny bit of coral. If there are any waves, the water can be kind of cloudy. The left hand side towards the rocks offers the best snorkeling.
There are no facilities available here.
Here is where you can share your snorkeling experience at Papaoneone.
Driving Directions - Papaoneone Beach
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Driving Directions to Papaoneone Beach from Waikiki
Getting on H-1 from Waikiki can be challenging! Here's a good way to get on heading west towards the middle of the island. Get on Kalakaua Ave (the one way beachfront main drag). You will be heading southeast. Turn left on Kapahulu Ave and keep on it and you will go under H-1. Veer to the left on Waialae Ave and shortly on the right you will see an on ramp for H-1 West. You will follow H-1 as far as it goes to the west. On it, you may take the shortcut on 201 if you desire. You will pass through Pearl City and Waipahu and Kapolei just before the highway changes to Hwy 93 (Farrington Hwy). Follow Hwy 93 into the town of Makaha, past Mauna Lahilahi Beach Park and when you see Jade St on the right, there is a roadside area to park and a short trail to the beach that begins at a break in the fence. You can also park back on either side of Lahlahi St (in front of the condos) and walk a path between the condos to the beach.
Go to the next snorkel location - Kahe Point Beach Park
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