The Poipu area offers many great snorkeling spots and safe sandy swimming beaches. There are even several lovely, white sand beaches within a short walking distance from Turtle Cove Suites. (You will find a supply of pool (beach) towels in your suite upon arrival.) A short walk along the edge of Waikomo Stream will bring you to Whaler's Cove, which is also a great place for a swim or a snorkeling tour.
Beach Safety
Deciding which beach to visit might be your most challenging daily task. It is important to be aware of the daily changing ocean conditions when choosing which Kauai beach to spend your day at. When snorkeling, scuba diving, sailing, windsurfing, boogie boarding or just playing at the beach, there’s a few things you should know... Generally speaking, in the summer, the surf is larger on the South Shore and conditions are calmer on northern facing shores. Conditions are usually the opposite in the winter. Try to always swim where a lifeguard is present and consult them if you have questions.
For more ocean safety tips, daily ocean condition reports, education on currents and information and directions to beaches, check out: Kauai Vacation Beach Guide
Recommended Beaches
There are swimming beaches, shelling beaches, sunset beaches, beaches with lots of activity, and beaches where you can be totally alone. Some of the more famous beaches are Hanalei Bay, Kealia, Kalapaki, Poipu Beach, Salt Pond and Polihale.
- Po'ipu Beach Park — Po'ipu Beach Park (Brenneke’s / Waiohai) is a great place for a day at the beach and is just a few minutes drive down Poipu Rd. There is a protected, shallow area and it offers safe near-shore swimming for adults and great snorkeling. Lifeguards are on duty and there is also bathrooms, showers and ample public parking.
- Baby Beach — Baby Beach is an idyllic South Pacific beach. Located just steps away from your suite. It offers privacy and sugary white sand. The beach is reef protected which is excellent for putting your sand chair in the water and reading a good book.
- Lawai Beach — Just a short walk along the Ocean from the Suites is Lawai Beach. It offers great snorkeling and swimming. There is ample parking across the street and there are bathrooms, and showers.
More beaches can be found at the Kauai Vacation Beach Guide.
