Alula Beach - Tiger Sharks — Local services in Hawaii

My rating is subjective to the day we went and the fact we currently have a toddler. I thought I'd heard there was a park here, and restrooms, but all we found were porta potties. The beach was also pretty tricky to find from the parking area. Surf was high today so it wasn't very good for swimming or snorkeling (except for experienced people, surfers, and locals). We did see three turtles and some fish which was exciting. We found a nice secluded area for our toddler to play. It had even been blocked off with rocks which created a nice sheltered area protected from the surf. I'd definitely come to this beach again with an older child and on a calmer day, but we had a good time despite the...

Everytime we vacation on the Big Island, we love to visit this special beach. It is one of the best places to see turtles! There was a heiau (temple) on the beach, so there is lots of history. There is a sandy white beach is off the beaten path, and worth any extra effort to get there. Its seclusion means crowds are non-existent, especially during COVID times, and marine life abounds. If the water is calm there might be some good snorkeling here. The beach itself is a nice...

Beautiful shady white sand beach. Home to many green sea turtles. The turtles are to the right side of the beach among algae-covered lava rocks, so wear appropriate footwear. We were thankful to see visitors respecting the turtles' space while they were munching on the algae. Remember it's illegal to approach, touch, or harass the turtles in any way.

We were also lucky to spot a flounder moving from rock to rock. They blend in very well and can be...