We make it easy to split your stay by offering a 3 night minimum on Kauai condos and 5 nights on Kauai homes. Do you want to spend more time enjoying Kauai snorkeling or be adventurous and surf?
Third Tip: Kauai weather varies by side of island. Poipu is usually sunny throughout the year and North Shore weather is somewhat more variable during the winter. You can always expect warm days whenever you visit and cooler nights from November through February. Fourth Tip: Kauai activities on both shores are similar and also unique. Poipu is equally famous with its white sand beaches, snorkeling and diving.
North Shore : More rural and relaxed. Edged by miles of golden sand and nestled against lush emerald mountains. Explore sleepy Hanalei town or you may find yourself standing still just to absorb it all. Take the challenge and see who can count the most waterfall tracks on the valley walls.
South Shore : Old Koloa town offers quaint shops in historic plantation buildings while Poipu offers world class golf, tennis, walking trails, designer shops, Anara Spa and superlative dining. The Shops at Kukuiula is a mecca of upscale stores and unique dining places. We look forward to hearing from you and welcoming you to The Parrish Collection Kauai.
For additional help on where to stay, we invite you to call us at Hi I am looking for week stay with 2 kids. Wifi is a must. Aloha Meena, it sounds like Poipu may be your best choice. We have many options that can have all your requests within walking distance. Give us a call at My husband and I are thinking of spending two months in the winter of Maybe February 1 until April 1. Need advise on north or south side at that time of year.
Interested in gentle but distance hiking, golf, walking beautiful views. Any suggestions for us greatly appreciated. We certainly have plenty of options on both sides. Given the length of stay, be sure to check availability early. My I also recommend that you spend one month up North and one down South, thus you spend less time on the road and can enjoy the hikes, golf, etc.
Peak whale watching season is from December to April. If you take some time to peruse our Kauai Beach guide you'll notice many interesting beaches, particularly on Kauai's north shore. Here you'll find a beach for every taste including secluded beaches, surf breaks, and snorkel spots. But as explained below, the north's beaches are fickle in the winter. On Kauai the character of the ocean changes dramatically between seasons. Far away storms in either the northern hemisphere winter months or southern hemisphere summer months send powerful waves across the ocean where they finally make landfall on either the north or south shore.
Most northern beaches have a dual personality, often placid in the summer and very active in the winter with something in between in the spring and autumn.
The same holds true for south shore beaches in the summer months, except the shift is less dramatic. East facing shores experience more consistent conditions, but both east and west are subject to wrap-around surf from the north or south. Eastern shores are often active and choppy due to wind-waves from the trade winds.
Ocean swells typically persist for a few days at a time and result in waves that vary in size from a few feet to over 25 feet depending on the severity of the distant weather system that produced the swell. In between swells the ocean will be calmer for several days at a time, subject to mostly localized wind waves. As the season transitions from winter to summer the waves start getting smaller, and the length of time between the arrival of new swells increases. Data from Patrick Caldwell, Waimea.
So how often can one swim or snorkel on the north shore during the winter? Hanalei Bay is the north's main swimming, surfing and boogie boarding beach.
The shape of the bay and reefs protect certain sections from big surf, particularly the area near the Pier known as Black Pot Beach Park. Likewise Anini beach can offer swimming even in big surf, depending on currents, because reefs cause the waves to break far from the beach.
But other popular north beaches are more exposed to open ocean, and there swimming is only possible on small surf days. Heavy rainfall can also render many north shore beaches un-swimmable for several days.
Streams and rivers carry man made pollution into the ocean. Heavy rainfall can result in flooding which leads to sewage leaks and overflowing cesspools, creating brown water conditions that can take several days to clear up. Tunnels beach is one of the main snorkel spots on the north shore. This beach features two reef formations. Snorkeling is done at the inner reef nearby the shore.
The outer reef offers another barrier of protection against waves, so Tunnels can still offer snorkeling in modest surf conditions. The below chart will give you a rough idea of how many days are "snorkable" at Tunnels beach in the Winter.
The east coast has a few picturesque beaches but they're more suited for walking. Conditions tend to be poor for swimming due to currents, shallow reefs, and rocks. Possible swimming beaches include Lydgate Beach Park with its manmade tide pool, Kalapaki Bay which has the protection of a harbor, and Kealia beach.
The south shore doesn't have the selection of beaches that the north has but they do offer all the activities beach-goers love, from surfing and boogie boarding to snorkeling and exploring. And they're not as subject to weather and big surf. This video gives you an idea of what they look like. In conclusion, if beaches are an important factor in your decision of where to stay, consider the north shore, particularly in the summer months.
You'll find many beaches that are un-crowded, and even some that are barely visited. The south shore's offerings are smaller but more consistent and reliable.
For the surfing enthusiast interested in the north shore, consider the shoulder months of April, May and October for great conditions. There are two resort areas on Kauai: Princeville and Poipu. When we talk about staying in the north or south, we're really discussing Princeville and Poipu since the majority of visitor accommodations are in these areas due to strict zoning regulatios. As resorts, Princeville and Poipu are quite different.
Princeville is a planned community that includes newer homes, many condo complexes, two hotels and a golf course. The community occupies about 2 square miles and is situated on a small cliff with the ocean on one side and Hanalei Mountains providing the backdrop to the south.
The town of Hanalei and Hanalei Bay are a 10 minute drive west, while the town of Kilauea is 10 minutes to the east. The cliff side positioning means that no accommodations in Princeville are beachfront, except for the St. Regis hotel which terraces down to Puu Poa beach. Although there are 4 small beaches in Princeville, most beach loving vacationers prefer to spend the day at one of the many larger beaches in the region.
Princeville has an enclosed, slightly "exclusive" feeling with a welcome sign that reminds visitors that all roads are private. Fortunately the entrance post is no longer manned, but the Princeville association still patrols the streets looking for parking and other community violations. The formal, manicured atmosphere of Princeville contradicts the north shore's distinctly mellow, shoes optional, hippy type of vibe but does provide a postcard perfect look.
There are a handful of restaurants but most vacationers drive to Hanalei for dinner. Good for: All kinds of travelers. Located adjacent to the more prominent Hanalei Beach area, Princeville is an upscale neighborhood known for its upscale beachfront resorts and master-planned community of stunning houses and condos. Hideaways Beach, on the other hand, is surrounded by an enormous barrier reef which makes the location fabulous for swimming but beware!
Nonetheless, the beach is an amazing spot for professional snorkelers and has several interesting rock formations. A picturesque coastal town along the crescent-shaped bay, Hanalei is undeniably the most popular area in North Shore as well as the island of Kauai.
Expect to see an interesting diversity of crowd here — surfers, families, locals, and new-age folks — everyone seems to be loving the spot. Unlike most other areas in Kauai, Hanalei is not just a beach vacation destination. Surprisingly, the neighborhood is also home to several historic sites, fascinating art galleries, charming shops, and towering mountains with spell-binding waterfalls.
When you are done taking in the views from the Pier, visit the emerald valleys of Limahuli Garden and Preserve, an unprecedented botanical garden spread across 17 acres of immaculate landscape framed by the Pacific Ocean and back dropped by the Makana Mountain. A name given to the stimulating formation of the Nounou Mountain range that can be seen from anywhere in the neighborhood. Ironically, the beaches in this region are less crowded than those in the northern part of the island — a valid reason for that could be strong currents in the waters here which make swimming and any such water activity quite dangerous.
Flowing along the coastline of Kapaa is Kealia Beach. Made prominent due to its wicked waves, this beach is frequented mostly by boogie boarders and surfers. Despite its size, the population is half of its touristy neighborhood of Kapaa. Home of the only airport on this paradisiacal island, the neighborhood is also the county seat of Kauai and comprises several government establishments.
Popular activities in the area include body surfing, swimming, surfing, and stand-up paddle boarding. Another notable attraction in the region is the Ninini Beach and its automatic Lighthouse that has been in operation since We should also mention Alekoko Fishpond, a 1,year-old Hawaiian aquaculture reservoir which is regarded as one of the finest on the island.
Source: www. For much of the past century, it was most well-known as a center of sugar production. Though Lihue Airport is on the other side of the island, Kekaha is less than an hour away by car. Kekaha typically gets less rainfall than the rest of Kauai. Its most prominent features include long stretches of powdery white and black beaches staffed with lifeguards.
The in-house spa and wellness center offers a range of massages and treatments and can arrange for in-room and beachfront therapy sessions. Perfect for all kinds of luxury travelers.
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