Laniakea Beach

Laniakea Beach (also known as "Turtle Beach") is the place on the island of O`ahu for all turtle lovers have to go because that is where the Honu (or Hawaiian Green Sea Turtles) can be seen up close. It is definitely worth the long drive from the south to the North Shore to see and observe turtles. It is an amazing experience.

You can see the turtles basking on shore, but it probably depends what time of day they are usually basking. I believe typically during midday and early afternoon you will see them basking. When it is high tide, it is most likely the turtles will be in the sea, near the shore eating algae. Also, if you want to see the turtles under the sea, bring your snorkeling equipment. It is said that there are about 20 green sea turtles that regularly swim in Laniakea Beach, but I do not know how many turtles on average are at Laniakea Beach everyday. Keep in mind that it is against the law to touch the Green Sea Turtles. When snorkeling, keep distance from the turtles. When the turtles are basking, most of the time there are red ropes bordering the turtles with a little sign that says to not touch the turtles.

There are no facilities at Turtle Beach.

You can check out my blog to see more photos of Laniakea Beach and turtles basking.