Kawela Bay is located in the western
part of the Turtle Bay Resort just about an hour's walk from the
Turtle Bay Resort. The area is very secluded, the water is very clear
crystal blue and quite calm. The surrounding landscape is lush with
distinctive banyan trees. The beautiful reef in the bay also
contributes to the serenity of the area. The bay is inhabited by
green sea turtles and endangered monk seal.
Kawela Bay is a
nice area for walking along the beach. The bay is curved such that
the reef diffuses waves during the winter months, therefore the water
in the bay is always very calm. Kawela Bay and most of the coastal
features are mostly hidden from travelers along Kamehameha Highway.
The beach can be accessed from across the street through the Kahuku
land, farm and walking for just a few minutes through some forest.
Kawela Bay provides the perfect environment for beginner paddle
boarders.
The bay also provides a nice environment for swimming. Its curved shape and the reef surrounding it protects it from strong waves even during the winter season. Swimming is not all that fantastic all along the bay, in some area the ocean bottom is rocky and the water murky. Outside of the bay on the outer reef, a few surf sites can be found, but there, the current can sometimes be very strong. The southern side of the bay provides much better conditions for swimming and snorkeling.
When walking along the bay, you will pass an area where there is a pillbox. The right of the pillbox is a small grassy area that provides the perfect place to relax. In the forest can often be heard the sound of parrots which is worth keeping a lookout for
Kawela Bay has a nice beach perfect for beach-combing and sunbathing. There used to be homes built all along the bay, but in 1986 many of the residents were evicted. The plan was to build a resort in the location, but that had never happened. A few homes can still be seen along the west side of the bay. Generally, Kawela is a very secluded beach with very calm waters offering residents and visitors much to enjoy the beach. There are no facilities or lifeguards on the beach.