A warm wind blows through the exotic palm trees that skirt the stunning Punaluu Black Sand Beach. The sand on this beach is literally black in colour and is created when lava flows down into the ocean and is cooled.

Punaluu Black Sand Beach, also known as Punaluu Beach, is one of the many black sand beaches on the Hawaii Islands. Punaluu is one of the top black sand Beaches in Hawaii and is easiest to access.

Punaluu Black Sand Beach is a stunning stretch of black shoreline that would take your breath away. Located on Hawaii’s Big Island, the black sand and beautiful blue ocean is surrounded by tall exotic coconut palm trees.

This beach is a resting place for some pretty cool creatures, endangered Hawksbill and Green Sea Turtles. These turtles can often be found lazing around on the beach, soaking up the sun. Though the turtles are neat to see, don’t get to close to them. They have no immune system, and bacteria from our skin could kill them. So remember to keep your distance.

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Access to the beach is free and visitors can enjoy a variety of leisure activities:

• Have fun exploring the shore
• Enjoy the scenery and relax in the sun.
• Punaluu Black Sand Beach is also a great place to snorkel and swim.

When swimming, remember to stay close to the beach to avoid some of the more dangerous currents.

Though you may want to take some of the unique black sand home with you… you can’t, as it is actually illegal to take any of the black sand or rocks from the surrounding area.

Punaluu Black Sand Beach Hawaii is a gorgeous spot and is one of the many beaches you’ll want to see for yourself when visiting the Big Island.

Enjoy a gorgeous sunset from the shores of Hapuna Beach Hawaii. Said to be one of the best beaches on the island, Hapuna Beach is everything you would expect, from the white sand and stunning blue water, to the beautiful scenery all around.

Hawaii’s Big Island, continues to grow from the generous supply of lava. Seeing as much of the island consists of lava rock, Hapuna Beach HI is surprisingly, one of the few white sand beaches. The beautiful blue of the ocean is a wonderful sight, as is the rest of the beach. The white sand flows up from the water to be surrounded by lush greenery, captivating the viewers attention.

Just off the shore is the Hapuna Beach Prince Hotel. Situated on the bluffs above the beach tourists staying at the hotel have a stunning view of the ocean.  The whole beach, including the beachfront at the hotel, is a public area, welcoming tourists and locals.

Hapuna in the Hawaiian language means “Spring of Life”.  It was named this because, in ancient times, during seasons of heavy rainfall; underground springs would bubble to the surface to create natural fountains. These natural springs would provide clean water for travelers passing by.

In the summer the waves are fairly calm and mornings at the beach are warm and lovely, by late afternoon the sand can get quite hot. Unlike the summer months, the winter’s can be dangerous as the waves are huge and the current is stronger than most other times. When conditions are too dangerous to swim there is usually a sign posted in warning.

Hapuna Beach Hawaii is a part of a state park, which is why the beach has facilities for visitors
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• picnic areas
• showers
• restrooms
• a snack bar.

At Hapuna Beach, visitors can enjoy lazy days in the sun, swimming, body surfing, and boogie boarding. When visiting the Big Island, Hapuna Beach is definitely something you won’t want to miss.

Picture this…
The ocean’s vibrant blue water, rushing upon warm white sand, a gentle breeze rustles through the nearby palm trees and the hot sun warms your back as you dig your toes into the sand.

Welcome to the beautiful shores of famous Waikiki

Beach. Lined with palm trees and city buildings it is a perfect blend of historic and urban lifestyles.

A beautiful 2 mile stretch of white sand, Waikiki Beach follows along Kalakaua Ave. on the beautiful island of Oahu Hawaii.

Overlooking the beach is the magnificent Diamond Head crater. This state monument’s hiking trail takes visitors on a walk through under ground tunnels and old military bunkers. Then at the top of Diamond Head, visitors are greeted by a breath taking view of Honolulu.

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Waikiki was once the home of Hawaiian royalty, and famed surfer, Duke Kahanamoku,

the “father of modern surfing”, who’s bronze statue stands ready to welcome you onto the beach. Duke Kahanamoku was born on August 24, 1890. He was an amazing swimmer and broke the world record in 100 yard freestyle swimming in 1911. In 1912, 1920 and 1924 he competed in the Olympics, never leaving empty handed. All together Duke won 3 gold medals and 2 silver. Later he began his acting career in Hollywood. The Hawaiian hero died on January 22, 1968.

Where Waikiki once housed royalty, it is now a place built to attract tourists. The beach is lined by a wide variety of hotels, restaurants and shops. Entertainment can be found around every corner.

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At the beach you can do a variety of activities such as, swimming, surfing, snorkeling, or just soaking up the sun. You can also enjoy “Sunset on the Beach”, a free event, where a 30 foot screen is set up, turning the beach into an outdoor movie theater for all.

There’s never an end to the things you can see and do at Waikiki Beach.