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Where to snorkel with kids the first time in Oahu?

by Kathryn

Hi! We are going to Oahu with 2 kids and none of us have snorkeled before... I am a big chicken and like the idea of snorkeling close to shore. What would you recommend? We will have a rental car.

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Where to snorkel with kids the first time in Oahu?

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Dec 06, 2009
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by: Galen & Nicole

Hi Kathryn,

Snorkeling for your first time in Oahu is going to be a life changing experience. I can still remember my first time snorkeling, and it was in Oahu at Hanauma Bay. And I think that is a great place for you to start at. You can get equipment and lessons there if you like. It is a very protected bay, and an excellent spot for beginners to learn at. Plus you will see tons of beautiful fish.

Or, if you are on the west side, another good beginners spot would be the Ko Olina Lagoons.. They are very protected and good spots to learn.

You won't see a lot of coral at these spots, but you should see a number of fish, maybe some turtles, and have a great time without being in very open water.

Have a great time and please share your story when you get back!
Mar 19, 2010
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by: Susan Hopkins

Try the Beach at Turtle Bay, North Shore. Nice beach, shallow protected bay, and the best part, a nice beach side restaurant for lunch. And restrooms! Once you feel comfortable in the water, you can go farther out, more to see. The parking is free for only a certain number of car every day, but we have never had a problem with that. Might be best to avoid weekends.

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