Consistently ranked as one of the best beaches in the world, Lanikai Beach attracts photographers for the view over two islands called the na mokulua, or mokes. In fact, the coast is often populated with photographers and models working on photo shoots for magazines. The beach is accessible by public paths through a nearby residential neighborhood. Bring water, snacks, and sunscreen; the beach has no facilities. Take a look at our Kailua trip itinerary site to schedule your visit to Lanikai Beach and learn about what else to see and do during your holiday.
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Spiaggia fantastica e paradisiaca, anche essendoci stati il 4 luglio, la spiaggia non era poi così affollata. Unica pecca di una fantastica spiaggia è l'assenza di parcheggio. more »
Fantastic beach and paradise, even having been on 4 July, the beach wasn't all that crowded. The only flaw of a great beach is the lack of parking.View original -
綺麗なビーチとのことなので、見るだけ見ようと近くに駐車できる場所を探して20分近く。もう、周りの住宅の周りにびっしりと車が停まっていて無理そう。 結局、丘の手前の駐車場に停める。徒歩8分位でビーチへの入り口へ。 確かに綺麗なビーチでしたが、16:30では遅過ぎた…潮が満ちて来てビーチが狭くなってしまってる…滞在時間10分… ブーツ&キモズで待たされて、来る時間が遅くなってしまった。 来るならきっと... more »
Looking for a place you can park nearby with beautiful beaches, so just look at nearly 20 minutes. Again, remain around the around the House and car, so impossible. After all, the Park at the parking lot in front of the Hill. 8 minutes walk to the beach entrance. Was certainly a beautiful beach, but too late in the 16:30. Come, tide Beach had narrowed. Stay time: 10 minutes. Time comes, wait at the boots & KIMoS was slow. Come the early good right?!. And, do not drive. I think there's bus or bicycle. I called beautiful beaches and numerous road car to become popular, eventually around the dirty end and I felt a little sad.View original -
Lanikai beach is hands down one of the best beaches on Oahu. It is fairly away from all the tourists at Waikiki Beach so you will be free to relax and have a great deal of space in. If you want to get... more »
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Less crowded than other beaches in Oahu, really good to have more space on the beach. Water was warm and calm, and the sand is very fine. Parking is a little tricky, we parked on Mokulua Dr, and keep in mind nearby streets are one-way. Just a short walk to the beach from there. No restrooms.
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This beach is less crowded than others due to its distance from decent parking. However, once you get there it is a pleasant location with great snorkeling. The water is a bit cloudy, but the quantity and variety of marine life was impressive.
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Really good place for families as the water is calm and there is plenty of coral to do snorkeling around. Also there is a canoe hire which means you can go over to one of the remote islands across the water. Good romantic activity for couples.
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Gorgeous place to relax with with friends and talk and have fun! Lots of swimmers sunbathers and kayaking going on. Windsurfing and snorkeling too. And if you're feeling adventurous walk up the mountain and take in that view! Great view!!!! Omg and a good workout. Parking at the beach can be annoying but its rarely impossible to find a spot. I mean... if u can't find parking easily then just don't go cuz its gonna be crowded. But yeah super nice and relatively clean!
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Lanikai Beach is truly one of the most beautiful beaches I've visited. The coconut palm trees grow close to the surf, providing restful shade if desired. Prevailing winds along with crustal blue and turquoise water offer a completely delightful Hawaiian beach experience.
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