Kaneohe Bay

Bay Kaneohe, Hawaii, United States

What to expect

Kāneʻohe Bay is a stunningly beautiful lagoon located on the northeastern coast of Oahu in Hawaii. It’s surrounded by lush, tropical rainforests and is home to an abundant variety of marine life. The Bay is approximately 8 miles long and 2.7 miles wide, with a mouth opening of about 4.6 miles wide and a maximum depth of 40 feet in the dredged channel. It has one of the two barrier reefs in the archipelago and also has extensive development of shoaling coral reefs within a large lagoon. Visitors can enjoy water sports activities on its shallow and crystal clear waters, take a hike on the lush and green mountains, or drop by famous restaurants and shopping centers. The bay is also home to a variety of marine life and supports numerous conservation efforts that focus on protecting its unique ecosystems

Plan your family visit to the Kaneohe Bay with these blog insights 👇

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Oahu Must Do: Rent a Pontoon Boat on Kaneohe Bay

Oahu Must Do: Rent a Pontoon Boat on Kaneohe Bay
This family's experience:

Activities: We rented a pontoon boat and went out to the sandbar in Kaneohe Bay

Highlights: We spent quite a bit of time with family and friends out on the sandbar. We even got lucky and saw some sea turtles while out at the sandbar ✨

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Kayaking on Oahu with kids: Holokai Adventures

Kayaking on Oahu with kids: Holokai Adventures
This family's experience:

Activities: We kayaked and snorkeled in Kaneohe Bay, exploring the Horseshoe Reef and spotting various marine life

Highlights: The kids enjoyed the calm waters and abundant fish, while the adults appreciated the scenic views and educational experience ✨

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10+ can't-miss things to do on Oahu with kids

10+ can't-miss things to do on Oahu with kids
This family's experience:

Activities: We visited Kaneohe Bay to spot rainbows

Highlights: We enjoyed the opportunity to see rainbows and the beautiful scenery ✨