We knew we were somewhere with excellent snorkeling when we walked to the beach and saw 3 snorkel boats just off shore. There is a small calm beach and a volcanic rock area to snorkel from. There is parking ($5) close to snorkeling if you...More

We spent hours longer than expected because a large pod of dolphins (30+) were also spending the day in the bay. We swam with them, watched them breach and play for hours. There were mature ones as well as small juveniles. Snorkelling was excellent and...More

This was our third snorkeling attempt. 49 beach was pretty but do not plan to snorkel at high tide. You have to go early to get a parking pass. Two Step was perfect. Grandma was initially intimidated by the Two Step entry but should not...More

Honaunau Bay is home to one of the Big Island's most famous shore dives, Two Step. The name refers to the entry point, which is made up of a lava formation that forms two large steps (a great entry point for snorkelers too). We had...More

This bay is on lava rock in north kona with clear water and hiding from wind and tides , so it's one of best places for snorkeling in big island. Even more like Pu'uhounau o honaunau , it's place that acient Hawaiians believe in spiritual...More

This bay is noted for it's easy entry on the rock ledges at the shore ( Hence the name "two-step) Water is pretty clear & the bay is very large , so there is a very large area for swimming & exploring. Quite busy but...More

Nice place to have a look in the local history & culture . original wood carving incl. the original tool from year back.