12 Best Beaches on Kauai

"A favorite for surfers, divers, and snorkelers on the North Shore, this picture-postcard beach—also called Makua—is framed by lush mountains and named for the lava tubes and underwater rock formations created by ancient volcanic activity. Its striking turquoise lagoons offer excellent snorkeling where you can spot sea turtles, crabs, eels, octopuses, and other marine life." - Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins Vanessa Wilkins is a travel and lifestyle writer with an extensive background in digital journalism. Her work has been published in Travel + Leisure, Departures, The Points Guy, and more. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines