Tickets & tours
Access to the sandbar is free, but you must arrange water transport. Choose between a guided catamaran or a kayak rental.
Most bookedLIMITED TIME GROUP OFFER: Book your spot by May 24th and save big! The Kaneohe Sandbar is one of the best places around Oahu for swimming and snorkeling. But, without...
Best value- You have full control of your schedule (not possible with most boat tours or similar group experiences). - Kayaks are much more beginner friendly and more stable than...
Top ratedTo start off with you’ll cross Moli’i fishpond, an 800 yr old example of ancient Hawaiian aquaculture, where you will learn about sustainable fishing practices as well...
Catch a catamaran across an 800 year old fishpond to Kualoa's Secret Island Beach Activity to find an ideal place to relax and spend the day with family and friends....
Prices shown are "from" rates and may change based on the season.
Enter your group and compare totals on both platforms. From-prices; children are priced as adults unless the listing gives a child rate.
Compare the top transport options to the sandbar.
| Option | Duration | Viator from | GetYourGuide from | Rating | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| kaneohe sandbar snorkel | 2 h 45 min | $180 | Compare | 4.9 (509) | snorkeling and sandbar relaxation |
| self-guided kayak | 4 h | $96 | Compare | 4.5 (19) | independent explorers and beginners |
| ocean voyage tour | 1 h 30 min | $63 | Compare | 4.5 (91) | families and history enthusiasts |
| secret island beach | 3 h 30 min | $63 | Compare | 4.2 (80) | a relaxing beach day |
No, access is free. However, you need a vessel to travel the 1 mile offshore. You can book a guided tour, charter a boat, or rent a kayak.
Kayak rentals average $60 to $90. Guided boat tours usually cost between $120 and $180 per person.
Hawaii law prohibits commercial tours and charters from operating at the sandbar on Sundays and federal holidays.
From Viator
509 reviews of the kaneohe sandbar snorkel on Viator
We chartered to boats. Both Captians were great. We saw several turtles and had a great time on the sandbar!!
Awesome experience! The sand bar was cool! Plenty of picture opportunities for social media. Then we went snorkeling. There were plenty of tropical fish to see. A sea turtle popped up for air right next to me! So cool! Wish I had a GoPro on at the time. The crew had plenty of snacks and drinks for everyone. You can even bring your own which is what we did. Highly recommend this to anyone of any age.
Great customer service! The manager helped us with the kayak and was very friendly! Our time on the water was an amazing experience!
