Enjoy hassle-free travel to Sea Life Park with our convenient round-trip transportation service from Waikiki. Start your ocean adventure effortlessly and focus on the marine magic that awaits.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
15-45 minutes each way
Fitness Level
All ages and fitness levels welcome
Wildlife
History
Sea Life Park was founded in 1964 and has since become an iconic educational hub showcasing Hawaii's marine biodiversity.
Conservation
The park actively participates in marine conservation efforts, including rescue and rehabilitation programs for injured marine animals.
Sea Life Park
Enjoy hassle-free travel to Sea Life Park with our convenient round-trip transportation service from Waikiki. Start your ocean adventure effortlessly and focus on the marine magic that awaits.
Sea Life Park in Waimanalo, Hawaii, is a marine-focused attraction offering a wide range of visitor experiences on Oʻahu’s Windward coast. The park combines animal exhibits, educational programming, and hands-on encounters led by its animal care team. Visitors can purchase General Admission to enjoy shows and exhibits, meet rescued sea lions, feed birds in the aviary, interact with baby turtles, and watch scheduled shark feedings.
Behind-the-scenes encounters include guided Sea Lion Encounters and Dolphin Encounters where guests spend focused time with California sea lions and bottlenose dolphins while learning about daily care, enrichment activities, and conservation efforts. Dolphin Exploration and Dolphin Aloha provide swim experiences and enrichment participation in shallow water settings, offering personal interaction under staff supervision.
For guests seeking adventure, Shark Snorkel provides guided snorkeling near whitetip reef sharks and Hawaiian reef fish. Cultural programming includes the Aloha Kai Luau (Gold, Silver, and Bronze packages) featuring an award-winning cast, Hawaiian feasts, hands-on activities, and a fire sword finale framed by ocean views and the Ko‘olau mountains. Luau Transportation and round-trip Transportation services are available from Waikiki and nearby pickup locations for added convenience; customers are encouraged to call for details.
Additional educational options include Hawaiian Limu Lei-Making. Across experiences, Sea Life Park emphasizes animal welfare, rescue and rehabilitation efforts, and public education through interactive programs and expert-guided sessions that connect visitors to Hawaii’s marine environment. Online ticket purchases include access to scheduled shows, exhibits, and many animal presentations, making planning a visit easy for families and groups alike.
Location
Waimanalo, HI
Located on Oʻahu's Windward coast
Attractions
Shows & Exhibits
Animal shows, feedings, aviary
Encounters
Dolphins & Sea Lions
Multiple interactive programs available
Tours Offered
12 Experiences
Admission, encounters, and luaus
Book admission, dolphin and sea lion encounters, shark snorkel, or Aloha Kai luau packages online — add transportation for a seamless Waimanalo experience.
Book in advance
Secure your transportation to ensure a smooth start to your Sea Life Park visit.
Arrive early
Getting to the pickup point early helps you avoid delays and makes for a relaxed start.
Check pickup locations
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Bring essentials
Keep sunscreen, water, and a hat handy for the trip and park visit.
Sun protection
Protect your skin during outdoor waiting and activities.
summer
Comfortable shoes
Wear for walking around Sea Life Park.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated during your trip and park visit.
Hat
Shield your face from the sun during outdoor activities.
summer