Two Step (Hōnaunau Bay)
Two Step
A snorkelling spot where you enter the water from natural lava steps. The coral is lush, the visibility is excellent, and green sea turtles and spinner dolphins are often seen. It is free and close to the national park.
Two Step lies in Honaunau Bay, north of Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau, and takes its name from the two natural lava steps on the shelf that let you enter the water directly. A few metres from shore the water is several metres deep. The coral reef is intact, fish are plentiful, and visibility often exceeds 20 metres. Spinner dolphins are often seen early in the morning. There is no sandy beach and no lifeguard, so bring your own equipment. Parking is available at a nearby private lot or at the national park for a fee. Be careful of slippery rocks and surge when getting in and out of the water.
Opening hours
Open all day (no lifeguards)
Nearby sights
- Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau National Historical Park
- St. Benedict's Painted Church
- Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument
- Kona Coffee Belt & Kona Coffee Living History Farm
- Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
- Kahaluʻu Beach Park
- Magic Sands Beach (Laʻaloa Beach Park)
- Hōlualoa Village