2. Each is different and special. Hi Cecilia - in June you are likely to have very calm swimming and amazing snorkeling at Makua. A hole in the wall. 1) per Google Earth it doesn\'t look like that far of a walk to Makua from Kepuhi - can you confirm? However, I can say that late October is the beginning of the North Shore surf season. The other home is Camp Alealea 1.This beachfront property is just steps from Tunnels Beach, with great swimming and snorkeling directly in … Also are there many shark spottings inside the reef? I've been on several sights that say that there is not lifeguard. Is this true? We suggest our friends visit lifeguarded beaches and would love to add Ke'e to the list. Makua Beach on Oahu A photo posted by nohea (baldy) lileikis (@no.hea.hea) on Aug 7, 2015 at 12:54pm PDT You might think it's impossible to find a beach that feels secluded on the heavily populated island of Oahu, but if you drive down to the west side, Makua Beach will prove you wrong. And if not, where is the cheapest, closest place to do so? I am so glad I did! Waipouli Beach Will snorkeling be OK then? Dear Kauai Explorer Staff, It's all about knowing your ability, fitness, understanding currents, reefs, waves, reefs and channels. thanks for the input - this is a really great resource! This beachfront property is just steps from Tunnels Beach, with great swimming and snorkeling directly in … The great thing about an island is that there is almost always somewhere you can go that is facing AWAY from the current wind and swell. Having never been to Kauai, we are having a difficult time deciding what beach to choose. We will be visting in June and have never been to this island. Is is a nice beach to swim at in the summer weather and tides permitting of course. can you tell me about places on the south shore. However, Tunnels will be less crowded and offer great snorkeling as well. Great site, by the way! Remember that this is Hawaii - some small islands in a big ocean with no continental shelf and a reputation for the most powerful waves in the world! This helps our cause and helps you too. Tomorrow night 30 Dec. - 31 Dec. Shelly - both places are so amazing it's hard to name one as better. Is there a particular day of the week where the crowds are lowest around Tunnels and Ke'e? If not, what is the beach closest to Princeville that you'd recommend? Can you validate this for me or offer any advice? W. Eh, howzit! To get to Tunnels Beach, make your way to Highway 560 until you reach the 8 mile marker for beach … Surf lessons have become quite popular over the past couple of years and a search online will point you towards several different schools. We would like to a bit of boogie boarding snorkeling, where is the best place to go? Mahalo! Hello! To get there from Lihu’e first take route 56, then 560 (Kuhio Highway) north. I\'d like to hike and see as much of the island as I can in two weeks without having to rent a car. Dear KES: I apologize in advance if this question was already answered in another string. Julie D. Wirtz, Kauai Officiant and Celebrant Lydgate Beach Mahalo. The trip is for the dates of April 10th to 15th and at it seems like Tunnels is a must-do. @ Linda: In May, the surf will generally be smaller and better for snorkeling on the North Shore, but it's all dependent on the current ocean conditions for that day. Can you tell me something abouit Kepuhi though? My son, wife & baby are planning a trip in mid-July. Do sharks make there way up this river? I'm not gonna predict the rain - but the general mix of rain and sun is quite nice here (keeps things beautiful). - Check out Tripadvisor members' 10,764 candid photos and videos. Is there any other way to find out about the surf/weather reports early in the morning, before one heads out for the day? Parking for this beach is best at Haena Beach Park. Just wondering and wanting to understand better... Is entering such surf really safer than it looks for those who know what they are doing (not that these folks seemed to, but they might have lucked out)? What will the temps be during the day and evenings if we are renting an ocean front house? I am planing a trip to Kauai in March for surfing. The waves can be big on the North Shore during these months, but there should be some beginner surfing zones in Hanalei Bay near the pier. I'll be visiting from Dec 25 - Jan. 5th and wondered about the snorkeling during this time at Tunnels :). I was bitten so much from Sea Lice on Friday May 28 at Tunnels past the first set of coral. Talk to the lifeguards and locals. If you didn't put the time in on this site I defintely would have missed out on my vacation. Thank you Raymond - we have removed Wailua as lifeguarded. The station is located a ways down from Tunnels at the beach park. Need to determine what wet suits to bring. Detailed forecast tide charts and tables with past and future low and high tide times . LOVED IT and LOVE YOUR SITE!! However, on any given day, the ocean conditions can be different for the norm on that given month. We\'ll be staying at the Hanalei Colony Resort for 10 days in May. they have the best equipment & training available and are very experienced with the extreme conditions of this coastal area. Good advice Kolekona - mahalos for sharing! Malu'aka Beach is located behind the Maui Prince Hotel. i will be visiting kauai, in june 2012. i would love to take my 3 children, ages 7, 12, 13 snorkelilng for the first time... can you recommend somewhere? I have no board. The consistency of surf swells on the North Shore should be subsiding during your stay, but there could be some swells during this time, so check with a lifeguard or our daily ocean report. Since 2010 I have seen a steady increase in turtle and Monk seal sightings in Tunnels as well as Annie. I tried to tell them to stop following the little guys but they didn't listen until it was to late! To get there you drive down Wailea Alanui Road. Are there a couple different surf breaks at Tunnels? I will be there the 1st of Sept. Actually we like it. Camp Alealea 2 on Naue Beach TVNC-1201: is one of two identical beachfront, luxury rental homes located at the Makua Kai property on Naue Cove in Haena on the Garden Isle of Kauai. Hi John - the surf will not be 10-15' in June. Andy's and Holoholo. Hi Polly - living in Haena I don't see a major difference in crowds between weekdays and weekends. Secret beach is between Kalihiwai Bay and Kilauea Point and is accessed by a steep trail which is of course, not marked. Plan on snorkeling and fishing on the South side in the winter and stay tuned with our ocean report and the lifeguards. Would the water be too cold around this time of the year would snorkelling be difficult around this time? Yesterday (March 8) was really nice at Makua. Thanks in advance! Travelers love the area for its beautiful beaches. W. My girlfriend and I are visiting Kauai in August and would like to snorkel at the Tunnels. Mahalo. We're staying on the north shore near Princeville. We plan to leave Kekaha very early, around 5-5:30am, how long would it take to reach Ke'e to start the hike? Going through the comments on each beach has really helped with planning of our vaction to Kauai in May. 5th trip planned in Sept. 2010. Cancel free on most hotels. Also about the weather-how much rain does the area typically get the first of March?? W, Hi Loise - I think if you read through this site some more you'll find answers to your questions. We have found some wonderful pictures from Makua Beach with Bali Hai in the background. Mahalo for the comments. The golden sand beach has a backdrop of lush jungle and mountains making this a picture perfect beach. When we come to visit in mid or late summer (July or September) we like to swim at Poli Hale, Poipu, Tunnels and at Hanalei Bay. Carol - I don't know of any public beach in Hawaii that let's you reserve tables. J. I\'m going to be on Kauai from September 7th through the 21st. We plan to stay at the north end of kauai mid to late June. We will stay in Poipu beach area. Thanks for all the useful information I found it very helpful. Winter is a different matter. Each of these beaches have unique qualities. This weekend 1 Jan. - 3 Jan. J. The beautiful waters & unbelievable backdrop made it a no brainer for us to decide to have out wedding there. Thanks! 1. Whatever you do, the North Shore offers some amazing scenery and exploring. For Queens Bath in February I recommend extreme caution. W. my family is planning on going to kauai during the middle of april, next month. We're considering renting a house in Haena that backs up to the YMCA campsite. Thanks for visiting and posting. what are the conditions like in april? Colin, Hi: Cara. Can't count how many people I've recommended this site already. Would like to drive to the north shore one day to enjoy Tunnels and Queen's Bath. I love to swim in relatively calm waters, I prefer sunshine and less crowding. My wife and I will be spending five weeks on Kauai in September-October. The summer sees surf lessening on the North shore, Makua included. Thanks for the answers. Be smart and wear protection! 320 Papaloa Rd, Kapaʻa, HI 96746 (808) 652-9443; Julie@KauaiOfficiant.com; One of the best snorkeling spots on the island. will there be waves to surf then? It may be that tunnels is better for snorkeling then Poipu and vice-versa. Concept is that you 'll have to drive to the North shore surf. Do toward the end of the island to get there hoping you can decide if you are the. 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