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Townhouse in Koloa
4.82 out of 5 average rating, 277 reviewsTropical beach get away...See Special offer below!
Condo in Koloa
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 121 reviewsKiahuna Plantation at Poipu Beach - Ocean View
Vacation home in Lihue
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviewsAmazing Views from this Oceanfront Home
Condo in Koloa
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviewsHawaiian Treehouse 1Br Condo in Poipu with A/C
Condo in Koloa
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviewsPoipu Stunning Oceanview - Steps from the Beach!
Condo in Koloa
4.91 out of 5 average rating, 102 reviewsOceanfront Ground Floor Steps To The Beach {A/C}
Condo in Koloa
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 251 reviewsSlice of Kiahuna Paradise-A/C-BEACHFRONT-POOL
Condo in Lihue
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 125 reviewsOceanfront, Private Lanai, Steps to Beach
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Cottage in Koloa
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviewsOcean View Cottage Wlk To Poipu & Brenneckes Beach
Cottage in Kapaa
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 149 reviewsOCEANFRONT Rhythm -2 Bd/1 bth Beachfront TVNC 4288
Cottage in Lihue
4.92 out of 5 average rating, 75 reviewsOceanfront Retreat on Kalapaki Bay Kauai Sleeps 4
Cottage in Koloa
4.93 out of 5 average rating, 45 reviewsHawaiian-art themed Cottage 300 ft from the Ocean
Cottage in Koloa
4.86 out of 5 average rating, 111 reviewsPoipu Beach Cottage with a pool
Cottage in Kalaheo
4.94 out of 5 average rating, 31 reviews* Entire Cottage * Ocean View / TVNC #1242
Cottage in Kapaa
4.87 out of 5 average rating, 46 reviewsGo Paddling & Biking from Charming Riverside Garden Cottage
Cottage in Koloa
4.89 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviewsBeautiful Private Cottage w/ AC in Sunny Poipu
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Bungalow in Kalaheo
5 out of 5 average rating, 107 reviewsEco Luxe Villa, Infinity Pool
Townhouse in Koloa
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviewsKa Nohona Pili Kai (living by the sea) Poipu Beach
Home in Koloa
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviewsPoipu Custom Home, Central AC & Pool/Gym
Home in Koloa
4.95 out of 5 average rating, 186 reviewsPrivate beach home, A/C , Sleeps 8, walk to beach
Guest suite in Koloa
4.96 out of 5 average rating, 235 reviewsThe Mauka Suite. Charming Poipu getaway!
Condo in Koloa
4.9 out of 5 average rating, 286 reviewsGarden Isle Condo
Guesthouse in Koloa
4.99 out of 5 average rating, 158 reviewsPoipu Tropical Retreat with AC & Pool/Gym Access
Condo in Koloa
4.79 out of 5 average rating, 156 reviewsBamboo Retreat
Your guide to Poipu Beach
All About Poipu Beach
The Hawaiian island of Kauai is known for its stunning seaside cliffs, dense tropical rainforests, and velvety soft beaches with clear waters and abundant ocean life. Few places exemplify this image of picturesque island paradise like Poipu Beach. Located on the island's South Shore, Poipu Beach Park is one of the more popular attractions in the area. Turtles and Hawaiian monk seals live in the surrounding waters and vibrant and colorful tropical fish populations swim among the submerged reefs and lava rock formations.
People flock to this crescent beach for its waters that provide excellent surfing, snorkeling, swimming, and bodyboarding. Beyond the water activities, picnic areas and open grassy fields for gatherings are available next to the ocean. On the edge of the small town of Poipu and a short drive from the larger village of Koloa, Poipu Beach is easily accessible for an afternoon swim or day trip.
The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Poipu Beach
The Hawaiian islands reside in the middle of the Pacific Oceans' warm southern bounds, creating a stable tropical climate for the majority of the year. While it is important to remember that Hawaii's unique ecology is home to dozens of microclimates, sometimes just a few miles apart, seasonal trends will generally remain consistent throughout the island chain. The summer months stay hot, with only moderate amounts of rain showing up between May and September, while June through August are the warmest and driest months of the year.
Kauai is one of the wettest places on earth, and during the winter the island experiences a minor drop in average temperatures with an uptick in the overall amount of rain. November through March is also when whale watching season takes place, with migratory bands of humpback whales birthing their young in the warm tropical waters. The rain and temperature drops don't impede people from enjoying the beaches, as the climate of Kauai is pleasant year-round, making searching for Poipu vacation rentals an excellent idea for any season.
Top things to do in Poipu Beach
Snorkeling
The shallow water reefs and protected swimming coves make Poipu Beach one of the more popular snorkeling destinations on the island. You can find green sea turtles, endangered monk seals, and colorful bands of parrotfish throughout the surrounding waters on any given day among dozens of other species of marine life. Getting into the water earlier in the day is recommended if you’d like to snorkel around fewer people in this popular destination.
Whale Watching
January and February mark the high points for whale watching on the islands. But herds of humpback begin to arrive in November and tend to linger through March. Sitting on the beach watching the whales breach the surface of the ocean and spray water into the sky is great, but viewing the seasonal activity is even more magical from a boat where the action can happen so close you may even get wet.
Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail
This 3.7-mile coastal walking trail is just outside of Poipu and extends from Punahoa Point to Shipwreck Beach. Skirting pristine coastlines, rocky coves, and tropical dunes, the Maha'ulepu Heritage Trail is an easy hike that stretches gently from clifftop scenic outlooks to secluded beaches and hidden inlets. Providing views of everything from whales to migratory birds, dense tropical jungles, and sunset vistas over the Pacific ocean, this hiking trail is accessible for most fitness levels.
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