Kapalua Bay Beach Maui

Kapalua Beach

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This serene cove on the northwestern tip of Maui is known as one of the most beautiful spots in Hawaii. Sunbathe on the soft white sand and …

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Dec 28, 2024
Amazing beach! The snorkeling was incredible. Snorkeled with sea turtles and so many cool and unique fish! The kids loved it too. Full review by Suzanne D
Nov 26, 2024
This is my second favorite beach on the island. Beautiful horseshoe bay. Family friendly as well. This is a must visit on the west side. Full review by tubasteve
Oct 25, 2024
Another great beach to visit. Not crowded and good for swimming. The waves here are not as large and violent. There are a lot of fish and turtles at the lagoon of this beach for those who enjoy t… Full review by umestagramm2

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This beach looks lovely but we are planning a vow renewal (13 people total) for March 2022. I keep reading that it is busy. …
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This beach looks lovely but we are planning a vow renewal (13 people total) for March 2022. I keep reading that it is busy. Anyone know what it's usually like around 4pm? Wondering if we will be able to carve out space for our family with a pretty view for photos. Thanks!
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I should have been more clear, there is a paved trail in the area as well as the beach. There are places on the water close to the beach. But….your challenge could be “the Maui effect” …
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I should have been more clear, there is a paved trail in the area as well as the beach. There are places on the water close to the beach. But….your challenge could be “the Maui effect” ……parking. Did not visit the beach parking in late afternoon, that would be worth checking out in advance, if parking is needed.
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How is the parking?
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Get there before 9am or you will need to park on the street. It could take quite some time to find a spot.
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Can you rent snorkeling gear there? If so, how much?
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There is equipment rental in the area
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Can you rent chairs or umbrellas on this beach? Facilities?
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Yes Almost all public beaches in close vicinity of resorts have that option. We usually go to the Costco or Walmart and buy and at the end of the week give it to a new in coming …
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Yes Almost all public beaches in close vicinity of resorts have that option. We usually go to the Costco or Walmart and buy and at the end of the week give it to a new in coming family or leave it with the front desk.
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How far is the beach from the cruise port? Looking for a beach for snorkeling that can take an uber to
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Aloha Carolina! How lucky are you? Maui is like none other. May I make a suggestion? Based upon our experiences, I would contact CB Taxi and have them pick you up, ferry you …
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Aloha Carolina! How lucky are you? Maui is like none other. May I make a suggestion? Based upon our experiences, I would contact CB Taxi and have them pick you up, ferry you around, and return you on time to your cruise. Remove the anxiety. Now, as for where to go. Why Kapalua? It is nice but it is waaay up the proverbial road by a long shot. Why not hang out at Black Rock on Kaanapali Beach? You will see oodles of fish and be so enthralled by the beauty of the area. I wouldn't be surprised if you return home, put the family place up for sale and move here! And I don't live here. Oh, and rent your snorkle stuff here too! One-stop shopping right at your cruise-limited finger tips. Time-wise, travel to Kaanapali is about 45 minutes. Kaanapali has Whalers Village right there, too. Check that out. And then there is Lahaina. If I were going to Maui, I'd go there without hesitation. Not so much snorkeling going on there but it is the heart and pulse of old time Maui. We've just finished a cruise to NZ and Australia and I totally understand the time limitations of when the ship sales and all that tension. CB Taxi is an awesome service we used on our last (December 2018) trip to Maui. Ontime, dependable, and so easy to do business with. Check them out online (and no, we are not related). I do not believe you need to go that far to snorkle. Going to Kapalua is another 1/2 hour further up the road. Consider how much time you will be in dock.
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