Kawaihae Travel Guide

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      Lava or Lush thats your Choice!
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View Scope, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  Observe sea life from a distance or perhaps, sneak a peak at the bodies lounging at Spencer? 

Hotels  

Villa Roa Bed Breakfast

 1 Review and 0 Opinions  I did not stay at this BnB but I will describe it for you... This is not really a hotel but is more... 

Hotels  

Hale O Pueo: The House of the Owl

Hale O Pueo: The House of the Owl, Kawaihae

 Wowmoment Says:  If , like us you prefer peace tranquility and natural beauty to the hustle and bustle of modern hotels then this is the place for you too.If you like to breakfast in your nightwear watching the Pacific Ocean and the odd volcano for good measure, and if you like to relax with... 

Warnings Or Dangers  

No Excavating

No Excavating, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  Unless you have 10,000 dollars to throw away, do not attempt any kind of archeological projects. This is a protected area. 

Do not climb walls

Do not climb walls, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  Out or respect and the fact you could really hurt yourself, do not climb the stone walls. 

Sharks

Sharks, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  This bay is at times infested with black tip sharks. Traditionally, sharks do not enter shallow waters in direct light. However, do not be suprised to see a tiger shark swimming by while you stand on the docks at Kawaehai Harbor next door. It is advisable not to swim here at... 

Keawe (kay-ah-vay) Thorns

Keawe (kay-ah-vay) Thorns, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  These plants are great for firewood but will pack a punch if you fall into it or touch its thonry stems. Be very careful while walking along the trails for these plans as they grow over the path at times. The park rangers often cut away the thorns on the lower lying stems. 

Off The Beaten Path  

Braid Lau Hala

Braid Lau Hala, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  lau hala is a local craft in which one weaves dried palm leaves into mats, baskets, pillows, anything! I zoomed in on this person lounging about weaving. It also looks like hes fighting off mosquitos and sorting rocks. 

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Bring Water

Bring Water, Kawaihae

 triplehelix Says:  Don't be brave and forget it in the tour bus... bring water or a sports drink with you as the heat can really beat down on you. Wear a hat when necessary and put on lots of sunscreen. Fourth grade field trip. 

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 If you are a history buff or simply someone who appreciates human inginuity, this is the place to visit. Located in South Kohala or Kawaihae, Pu'ukohola sits right next to Spencer Beach Park. This... 

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 The Hawaiian Islands are so far away from the UK that to plan a trip there is quite a challenge, even with all the facilities of the internet. We decided to rent a private house for our time on the...... 

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