Hanauma Bay, Wiakiki Beach

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Today we went down to Hanauma Bay. Which is probably one of the best spots to snorkel. I have "snorkeled" before but the difference between the fresh waters of Minnesota and well the Pacific ocean in Hawaii is different by 180!! Unfortunately the underwater camera was not functioning properly. I did, however, see a lot of difference species of fish, sponges, and a sea turtle. Before entering the beach, you have to view a movie to protect the wild life. Considering how many people access this area for snorkeling, I am impressed that many people obey the rules of the water.

According to the website for Hanauma Bay , some of the fish I saw were...Threadfin Butterflyfish, Milletseed Butterflyfish, Forcepsfish, Yellowfin Surgeonfish, Stocky Hawkfish, Reef Triggerfish, and Blueline Snapper.

The funniest was the Yellowfin Surgeonfish, as much as you were observing it-it felt the need to observe you. The Stocky Hawkfish, at first I did not see it almost camouflages itself against the sponge and sand.

The activity was reasonably priced but then again Judy and her family already had the snorkeling gear so I did not have to rent them.

After the Hanauma Bay, we went and hung out and relaxed at home. In the evening we went over to Waikiki Beach. Had supper at Yard House Restaurant . The food was excellent. The fish that I had for supper does not appear to be on the menu at this time but it was a macadamia crusted fish and for a drink I had the Brazilian Lemonade (alcoholic). If you are going for a O'ahu visit, I recommend Yard House. After grabbing a bite to eat, it was almost sunset so we walked the beach.

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Photos

Waikiki Sunset
James and Judy-isn't that cute?! :-)

Waikiki Sunset
Diamond Head in the back