Kawela Bay is for Adventure
Hidden from the road near Turtle Bay Resort is a stunning bit of Paradise. It’s part dense jungle and part quiet, sandy beach. There is no other spot quite like it on Oahu. From the road you pass by towering banyan trees. TV lovers may recognize this dense jungle scene as the backdrop for LOST.
Spend time marveling at the dripping tree roots and play hide-and-seek among its branches. When you start to overheat, it’s time to move on. A few steps away, you will emerge onto a crescent-shaped beach. In calm weather, you can spot sea turtles as they surface for a quick breath while foraging in the shallows. On windier days, you can bring
About the Session
I first photographed Rachel’s family, at Paradise Cove in Koolina on what may be the exact opposite side of the island. With an energetic water-loving boy, the beach was a must. Still, we wanted a different feel so we traded swaying palms for
Our eager explorer was a bit intimidated by the tall trees but was happy to search for flowers, fallen coconuts














Do you Have a Family of Explorers?
Let’s hit the beach or mountains and spend a day doing what you love best. I’ll capture it all for you so you can surround yourself with beautiful memories. Find out more about my fun family photography sessions here.