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Tunnels Beach, Wainiha

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Views of canyons and lush green maquis sculpt the backdrop at Tunnels Beach. The crescent-shaped beach and its large reef provide an excellent spot for diving and snorkeling, as the reef creates a barrier from the strong currents arriving from the north shore. Admire the jagged canyons and deep valleys eroded over time due to heavy rainfall. The volcanic formation of the island, visible through the underwater caverns formed from lava tubes, makes the beach an ideal snorkeling spot. Surfers can also benefit from the impressive waves beyond the reef. Try scuba diving and explore the inner and outer coral reefs, home to immense marine life, including sea turtles. Plan your Tunnels Beach visit and explore what else you can see and do in Wainiha using our Wainiha tour itinerary planner.
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Tunnels Beach reviews

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943 reviews
Google
4.7
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  • WOW...just wow!!! This is one spot that looks like the pictures and is even more beautiful in person! The color of the water on this beach is aqua and super clear. The backdrop of the mountains... 
    WOW...just wow!!! This is one spot that looks like the pictures and is even more beautiful in person! The color of the water on this beach is aqua and super clear. The backdrop of the mountains...  more »
  • My favorite beach on all of Kauai. What a beautiful beach! The ocean was too rough to swim when we visited, but we enjoyed laying in the sun and watching our girls wave hop. So many beautiful rocks... 
    My favorite beach on all of Kauai. What a beautiful beach! The ocean was too rough to swim when we visited, but we enjoyed laying in the sun and watching our girls wave hop. So many beautiful rocks...  more »
  • Such a nice beach. It's long and has incredible views. Because of the shape of the beach, there are areas where the surf is strong and others where it's nice and calm and the waves lap gently... 
    Such a nice beach. It's long and has incredible views. Because of the shape of the beach, there are areas where the surf is strong and others where it's nice and calm and the waves lap gently...  more »
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  • Beautiful experience, spent a few days snorkeling, swimming and just enjoying the sea breeze. Saw sleeping monk seals, and lots of fish. Native fishermen are fascinating to watch in the distance as they have expert skills with the waves. The beach is family friendly and not overcrowded as the parking is limited. Best views in Hawaii as far as I am concerned.
  • We got here early so parking wasn't an issue. This is the best beach that we have been on, on this island, or anywhere! It was so gorgeous around this area and the views from the beach don't feel real. We brought snorkels and snorkeled around and looked at fish and other sea creatures on the rocks. You can snorkel and see fish in 5 feet of water.
  • Had a great time here. Parking was a little crowded but the beaches definitely were not. We spent all afternoon snorkeling and saw whales, sharks, lobster, and a ton of reef fish. No turtles :( Easy in and out for snorkeling, beautiful scenery, tons of fish, beautiful drive out…5 stars all the way.
  • Beautiful beach with a lot of protected beautiful natural reef areas to snorkel. Unfortunately, winter waves were beautiful but were too violent to snorkel. Great for advance surfers. Would definitely come back during summer time!
  • This is an amazing beach! It is a must, you have to drive to here is a little far, you can find a parking lot, bathrooms, and a beautiful beach with a spectacular view… to go into the water you will find rocks, if you can wear water shoes or beach shoes will be better, not a big deal but make it easy, if you have your snorkeling equipments will be great! Water is warm and beautiful , you can get a beautiful pictures!

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