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Accommodations
What type of amenities does the Ho'okena Beach Park Campground offer?
What type of amenities does the Ho'okena Beach Park Campground offer?
Ho'okena Beach Park Campground offers a variety of amenities to enhance your camping experience:
Restrooms: Public restroom facilities with running water are available.
Showers: Multiple freshwater outdoor showers are provided near the beach and restrooms. Please note while these showers are not heated, some visitors have noted that the water can feel warm, especially after being heated by the sun during the day.
Picnic Tables: Each campsite includes a picnic table, with additional tables scattered throughout the park for public use.
Fire Pits and Grills: Circular concrete fire pits and charcoal grilling stations are available in the camping area. Open fires are not permitted; campers should bring their firewood.
Concession Stand: Open from 9 am to 2 pm, the concession stand sells ice, food, water, snacks, and rents ocean gear such as kayaks and snorkels.
Dishwashing Sinks: Large sinks for dishwashing are available in the bathroom building.
Wi-Fi: Wi-Fi access is available for purchase, with options including $3.00 for 2 hours on one device and $10.00 for 24 hours on two devices.
Accessibility: The park is ADA accessible, ensuring facilities are accommodating for all visitors.
Parking: Free day-use parking is available, with fees applicable for camping permits.
What type of amenities does the Arnott's Lodge & Campground offer?
What type of amenities does the Arnott's Lodge & Campground offer?
Arnott's Lodge & Campground provides covered outdoor hot water showers and toilets for campers.
Additionally, guests have access to free Wi-Fi, parking spaces, a small outdoor cooking area, and coin-operated laundry facilities
Is it possible to add a single supplement to this trip, including the hotel on the first night and single tents for the rest of the journey?
Is it possible to add a single supplement to this trip, including the hotel on the first night and single tents for the rest of the journey?
We can usually accommodate up to three single supplement requests for both the hotel and the tents during the trip.
As I will be bringing my own sleeping bag, what temperature rating is recommended?
As I will be bringing my own sleeping bag, what temperature rating is recommended?
Travelers are advised to bring sleeping bags with a temperature rating of 40–50°F, suitable for the conditions they will encounter.
Activities
Will travelers have the ability to purchase or rent snorkel gear if they don’t bring their own?
Will travelers have the ability to purchase or rent snorkel gear if they don’t bring their own?
The guide typically stops at Target or Walmart, where participants can purchase any items they may need, such as snorkel gear, sunscreen, beach towels, sun hats, and other essentials.
Could you provide the approximate costs for purchasing or renting a snorkel?
Could you provide the approximate costs for purchasing or renting a snorkel?
Purchasing a snorkel typically costs around $20–$30, while daily rentals usually range from $12 to $15 per day.
Transportation
Are tips included?
Are tips included?
Tips for Guides, drivers, and restaurant staff are not included in your trip costs. While tipping is not mandatory, it is a meaningful way to show appreciation and provides supplemental income for local teams. If they have enhanced your experience, consider rewarding their efforts with a tip. Below are tipping suggestions:
For Guides, it is recommended to tip $5-20 USD per person/day
For Drivers, it is recommended to tip $3-4 USD per person/day
For Restaurants, it is recommended to top 15-20% of the total bill
Transportation
What is public transportation like?
What is public transportation like?
Public transportation is pretty minimal. The only option for public transportation is the bus - there are no trains, trams or subways. Uber and Lyft are both operational, though!
Please refer to the Trip Prep guide here for additional information about Hawaii.