An outdoor marine park on the Waimānalo coast, open 10 am to 4 pm every day but Tuesday, with daily animal talks, a dolphin show at Dolphin Lagoon and a keiki playground. Some areas may be temporarily closed while the park is being improved.
Know before you go. Sea Life Park doesn't list sensory hours, a quiet room or sensory kits. Here's what it does say about the weather, the paths, the animals and the rules.
Hours
Wednesday through Monday, 10 am to 4 pm; closed Tuesdays. Hale Manu Aviary is open 11 am to 1 pm. Days, hours and attraction availability are subject to change without notice. Admission tickets are on sale for Thanksgiving (Thu Nov 26 2026), Christmas Day (Fri Dec 25 2026) and Tuesdays Dec 22 and 29 2026, even though the park lists itself as closed on Tuesdays; call (808) 259-2500 to confirm before visiting on those days.
41-202 Kalanianaole Highway #7, Waimānalo, HI 96795
“Sea Life Park Hawaiʻi is an outdoor park, and weather conditions may change.”
“Stay hydrated and protect yourself from sun exposure.”
“As we bring this vision to life, some areas of the park may be temporarily closed or undergoing enhancements.” sealifeparkhawaii.com
“Do not touch, feed, or disturb animals unless invited during a supervised program.”
“Children and guests needing assistance must be supervised at all times.”
“For the safety of our park guests and staff members, the bags and purses of all guests, team members, and staff are subject to search.” sealifeparkhawaii.com (FAQs)
“Days/hours, and ride/attraction availability, are subject to change without notice.” sealifeparkhawaii.com (FAQs)
The day is built around timed talks, so it helps to pick one or two in advance rather than trying to catch them all. The dolphin show is at 12:15 pm; the afternoon repeats several earlier talks (turtles, penguins, seabirds, monk seal, sea lions), which gives you a second chance after a break.
The park asks guests with disabilities to call Guest Services at least 48 hours before the visit (a week ahead for a group); it sends a questionnaire about physical condition and then says which attractions you may join. For accommodation requests, the park gives (808) 259-2500 or reshawaii@sealifeparkhawaii.com.
Open Wednesday through Monday, 10 am to 4 pm (closed Tuesdays). Talks run all day, including the Aloha Naiʻa dolphin show at Dolphin Lagoon at 12:15 pm, and some areas may be temporarily closed or undergoing enhancements.
No outside food, except necessary food for medical, dietary or infant needs; tell Guest Services when you arrive. Food and drinks are sold inside. Bags are subject to search, and lockers rent for $6 per day.
Tickets have no refunds, exchanges or rain checks. Kamaʻāina adults are $24.99 and children 4 to 12 $19.99 with valid ID; children 3 and under are always free.
Tickets: general admission online is $49.99 for adults 13 and up and $39.99 for children 4 to 12 (prices for Nov 13 2026); children 3 and under are free. Kamaʻāina (Hawaiʻi residents, valid ID shown on arrival): adults $24.99, children 4 to 12 $19.99. Military, a limited-time offer for up to 4 people with an active duty or veteran ID shown at the park: 13 and older $29.99, 12 and under $24.99, infants free. Black Friday sale, online only through Dec 1 2026: single-day tickets $14.99 each when you buy 4 or more, ʻOhana Pass (up to 4) $99.99, Honu Pass adult $34.99 and child $24.99, all to be used by June 30, 2027. No resale, rain checks, exchanges or refunds, including for loss, theft or an expired date.
Parking: $18 plus tax per vehicle per day, card only; ʻOhana Pass holders park free. The lot is large, so the park suggests a photo or video of where you parked; parking lot security can help.
Getting there: about 45 minutes from Waikīkī by car on Kalanianaʻole Highway (Highway 72); the park is on the left side of the road past Makapuʻu Point. TheBus drops you at the park. The Waikīkī Trolley Blue (Ocean View) Line runs every 40 minutes ($35 adult, $23 child), and the park's round-trip shuttle picks up at Waikīkī hotels between 8:45 and 9:15 am.
Payment: cards and phone pay only (Visa, MasterCard, AMEX, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay, Samsung Pay). Free Cash to Card kiosks turn cash into a prepaid card. A photo ID of the card holder is required for credit cards.
Rules: don't touch, feed or disturb animals unless invited during a supervised program, and watch from the viewing areas. Children and guests needing assistance must be supervised at all times, and the park strongly recommends that anyone under 18 be with an adult. No drones, skateboards, hoverboards, selfie sticks or tripods; pets aren't allowed except service animals. You can bring your own stroller, wheelchair or wagon; wheelchairs rent for $5 per day.
Lost kids: agree on a meeting point when you arrive and note what your kids are wearing. Report a missing family member at the Sea Life Park General Store; a lost child who is found is taken to the Service Center.
Daily talks: 10:15 am Honu Turtle Talk; 10:30 am Sea Lion Presentation; 11:00 am Penguin Talk Story; 11:15 am Seabird Sanctuary Talk; 11:30 am Hawaiian Monk Seal Talk; 11:45 am Hawaiian Seaweed (Limu) Presentation; 12:15 pm Aloha Naiʻa: Dolphin Lagoon Show; 1:45 pm Honu Turtle Talk Story; 2:00 pm Shark Cave Feeding (upper level); 2:45 pm Seabird Sanctuary Talk Story; 3:00 pm Penguin Talk Story; 3:15 pm Hawaiian Monk Seal Talk; 3:30 pm Sea Lion Presentation.
Extras: interactive animal programs need reservations; the park recommends skipping them if you're uncomfortable swimming or floating in deep water, and it gives only basic first aid, with no medication. Honu & Friends Character Lunch, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays 11 am to 12 pm at Beach Boy Lānai, has hula, a sing-along and a meet-and-greet with Honu, then reserved seats at the 12:15 pm dolphin show; with general admission it's $74.99 adult and $64.99 child (kamaʻāina or military $49.99 and $44.49), or $25 for the lunch only (park admission not included). Saying hello to Honu is up to your kid. Rinse stations and changing areas are throughout the park.
