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Beautiful Tunnels Beach on the North Shore of Kauai

Makua

Makua Tunnels Beach

The real name for Tunnels Beach is Makua Beach.

The nickname “Tunnels Beach” was given by divers after the many lava tunnels off Makua Beach, part of the beautiful underwater seascape that attracts so many to the beach.

Snorkeling at Makua Tunnels Beach is fun because you get to explore not only the coral reefs, but the fascinating underwater structures created by the lava flows including tunnels, caves and arches.

Planning a trip to Tunnels Beach? Be sure to check the Tunnels Beach website for all the details you need to plan!

Tunnel Beach Kauai

You may sometimes hear Makua Beach referred to as “Tunnel Beach Kauai,” but the more common nickname is Tunnels Beach, since there are many tunnels underwater!

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