Can you swim with turtles in Kauai?

Lawai — Swim with Kauai sea turtles in the turquoise waters off Lawai Beach just next to the Beach House restaurant. Mahaulepu — This remote, more sparsely populated beach at the end of the Heritage hike offers twinkling blue waters ideal for snorkeling with sea turtles.



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Where is the Best Place to see Turtles in Kauai?
  • South Shore.
  • Brennecke's Beach.
  • Lawai Beach.
  • Poipu Beach.
  • Koloa Landing.
  • Mahaulepu Beach.
  • Whalers Cove.
  • North Shore.


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Swimming with Turtles in Hawaii Wrap Up The islands of Oahu and Maui provide plenty of opportunities to not only spot but even swim with sea turtles. It's an unforgettable experience that you'll be able to share with your family and friends back home.

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Nesting season for sea turtles happens between May and September each year, so the chances of seeing turtles on the beaches are much higher.

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A local tipped us off that the area sea turtles come out of the water at night and rest on Poipu beach.

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Below, you'll find a list of 13 amazing places in the world to dive and swim with sea turtles in their natural habitats.
  1. Galapagos Islands, Ecuador. ...
  2. The Great Barrier Reef, Australia. ...
  3. Ari Atoll, Maldives. ...
  4. Maui Island, Hawaii. ...
  5. Marsa Alam, Egypt. ...
  6. Sipadan, Malaysia. ...
  7. Cook Island Marine Reserve, Australia.


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The best time of year to visit Kauai is during off-peak seasons, between September and December or between April and June. During these times you can avoid the crowds and enjoy lower prices on accommodations and excursions. Either way, be sure to book everything far in advance!

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The island has only two seasons: dry from April to October and wet or rainy from November to March, with December and January experiencing the most rainfall.

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Finding the Best Kauai Snorkeling Locations In the winter months, Kauai's North Shore gets hit by ocean swells that make snorkeling difficult, but the South Shore is protected by the bulk of the island so it's completely safe to snorkel there in winter.

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Hawaii (Big) Island – The Kohala Coast might be one of the most abundant areas for Hawaiian green sea turtles. We've seen many both above and below the water.

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When you see a turtle coming up the beach, keep your distance, turn off any lights you are using and crouch down low. Do NOT walk closer! Always approach turtles from the side. This gives them a clear view of you and a clear path ahead of them if they want to swim away.

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The largest green turtle nesting population is found at Tortuguero, on the coast of Costa Rica where about 22,500 green turtle females nest annually. Raine Island, on Australia's Great Barrier Reef, has the second largest nesting population of about 18,000 females per season.

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Do not enter the water too close to a sea turtle. Maintain a distance of at least 10 metres. Approach slowly and keep your distance. Back off if they start to show signs of distress like swimming away quickly, and do not chase them.

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To get there, head northwest from Napali Coast State Wilderness Park. Take Hwy 560 E from Ha?ena State Park about 8 minutes down the road. Park your car after mile marker 10 and travel by foot to walk to the third cave you see.

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Located on the north shore of the island, Turtle Cove is a pristine beach that is perfect for swimming, sunbathing, and simply taking in the stunning views. The water is crystal clear and the sand is soft and white. And best of all, there are almost always turtles swimming just offshore.

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