Best Adventures By Sea |
Your trip to Hawaii won’t be complete without a day on the beach or time in the water: Hawaii has 750 mi. of coastline, waters that contain 70% of the reefs in the US, and perfect conditions for a slew of watersports.
1. Maui: Snorkel in the Aquarium (p. 299), a large natural cove in the Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve located on a lava cape away from the crowds.
2. Oahu: Kiteboard—or learn how to—on the gorgeous and windy Kailua Bay
3. The Big Island: Bodysurf at the often overlooked Papalokea Green Sands Beach
4. Maui: Windsurf off Paia at Hookipa Beach
5. Maui: Sail from Kihei out to Molokini Crater for unparalleled snorkeling.
6. Oahu: Surf on world-class waves at one of several North Shore beaches
7. Kauai: Spelunk through the frigid water of the wet caves in Haena State Park
8. Oahu: Swim or snorkel next to hundreds of brightly colored fish in Hanauma Bay
9. Molokai: Kayak along the North Shore Sea Cliffs, and view untouched valleys and the longest ocean-terminating waterfall in the world.
10. Kauai: Marvel at the fiery sunset from blissfully remote Polihale Beach
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