Transportation & Directions
Enjoy a day in Scenic East Oʻahu
The road to a perfect Hawaiian day leads to Sea Life Park! Learn about the different route options for arriving to the park, regardless of which direction you’ll be coming from. Plan your trip in advance, so you can just focus on having a smooth and fun day at the park. We can’t wait to “sea" you soon!
Sea Life Park 41-202 Kalanianaole Highway #7 Waimanalo, HI 96795 USA
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The Scenic Drive from Waikīkī
Getting here is half the fun. Sea Life Park is about 45 minutes from Waikīkī along Oʻahu’s southeast shore, one of the most beautiful drives on the island. Take your time: these stops along the way are worth pulling over for.
Diamond Head (Lēʻahi)
Oʻahu’s landmark crater rises just past Waikīkī. Take Diamond Head Road out of town and stop at the lookouts above the surf.
Hanauma Bay
A protected marine bay famous for snorkeling. Reservations are required, so book ahead if you plan to swim.
Lānaʻi Lookout
A roadside lookout over lava-rock cliffs. On a clear day you can see Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi.
Hālona Blowhole
Watch the ocean shoot up through the lava rock, with Hālona Beach Cove just below.
Sandy Beach
Watch the bodysurfers ride the shorebreak. The waves are powerful, so it’s best enjoyed from the sand.
Makapuʻu Point Lighthouse Trail
A paved hike of about 2 miles round trip, with views of the lighthouse and, in winter, humpback whales.
Makapuʻu Lookout
Your last view before the park: Mānana (Rabbit) Island and the Waimānalo coast. Sea Life Park is just below.
Parking at Sea Life Park is $18 + tax per vehicle, per day (card only).
Driving Directions
The quickest way from Waikīkī:
- Take H-1 east (Lunalilo Freeway).
- H-1 becomes Kalanianaʻole Highway (Highway 72). Continue east through Hawaiʻi Kai.
- Follow the coast past Hanauma Bay, the Hālona Blowhole and Sandy Beach to Makapuʻu Point.
- Sea Life Park is on the left side of the road. Look for the large sign at the entrance.
Other Ways to Get Here
Rather not drive? Ride the Waikīkī Trolley along the same coastline, take our round-trip shuttle from Waikīkī hotels, or hop on the city bus.
Waikīkī Trolley (Blue / Ocean View Line)
The Waikīkī Trolley’s Blue Line, also called the Ocean View Line, follows the coast to Sea Life Park, with a stop at the Hālona Blowhole along the way.
- Leaves Waikīkī every 40 minutes
- $35 per adult ($23 per child)
- Hop on and off at the stops along the route
Sea Life Park Round-Trip Shuttle
Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi offers convenient round-trip transportation from Waikīkī to make planning your visit easy—whether you’re joining us for daytime park admission, dolphin encounters, or the Aloha Kai Lūʻau. Below is the standard Waikīkī hotel pick-up schedule, with clearly timed stops at major hotels and central locations.
- Transportation is round-trip unless otherwise noted at booking.
- Pick-up locations are selected during checkout and auto-suggested based on hotel proximity.
- Timed for park opening and lūʻau schedules, so there’s no need for a rental car.
⏱️ Please arrive at your selected pick-up location at least 10–15 minutes early. Pick-up times are approximate and may vary slightly due to traffic conditions.
Shuttle Pick-Up Times from Waikīkī
| Pick-Up Time | Pick-Up Location |
|---|---|
| 8:45 a.m. | Hilton Hawaiian Village — Grand Islander Bus Depot, 2023 Kalia Road |
| 8:55 a.m. | La Croix Hotel — Olohana Street, 2191 Olohana Street |
| 9:00 a.m. | Sheraton Waikiki Hotel — Aloha Landing, 2255 Kalakaua Avenue |
| 9:05 a.m. | ROSS Dress for Less — Seaside Avenue, 333 Seaside Avenue |
| 9:10 a.m. | Hyatt Regency Waikiki — Koa Avenue, 2424 Kalakaua Avenue |
| 9:15 a.m. | Waikiki Beach Marriott — Paoakalani Avenue, 198 Paoakalani Avenue |
TheBus (City Bus)
The most affordable way to get here. Honolulu’s city bus drops you off right at Sea Life Park.
Check TheBus for current routes, schedules and fares.
Taxi & Rideshare
Guests using Uber, Lyft, or taxi services should arrange round-trip transportation in advance, as return availability in Waimānalo is limited.