Swimmers

HA Baldwin Beach Park - Pa’ia Kanaha Maui

Bodyboarders and bodysurfers take to the waves at HA Baldwin Beach Park about a mile west of Pa’ia, at the 6-mile marker. The wide sandy beach drops off quickly and when the shore break is big unsuspecting swimmers can get slammed soundly. A favorite with local families, HA Beach Park is not surprisingly one of [...]

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Maracajaú Beach Natal Brazil

The beaches are pristine and the water is warm and clear and the presence of underwater reefs just offshore makes snorkeling and diving two of the most popular activities among tourists. Others include kicking back in the sun, drinking cold beverages, and eating the local fish and shrimp. Although not one of the most elegant [...]

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Wahikuli State Park, Lahaina, Maui

Snorkeling is good around the north end at the foot of Puu Olai, a 360-foot cinder cone. During storms, however, big waves lash the shore and a strong rip current sweeps the sharp drop-off, posing a danger for inexperienced open-ocean swimmers. Snorkeling is good on both sides of the bay. Parking is difficult unless you’re [...]

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