Situated on
the island of Kauai, Hawaii, and along the Na Pali Coast, you can reach the
gorgeous Waiahuakua
Cave by kayak or zodiac raft. This remote cave is the second longest sea cave
on the planet due to its size of 350 meters or 1,155 ft. Waiahuakua Sea Cave is also called as the Double Door
cave as it has an entrance and an exit. Some people even call it a Sacred Water
Cave. It is a gorgeous site to see how a crack in the roof of the volcanic rock
enables the waterfall to drop in this beautiful cavern. During the bright
sunlight, it gets even more gorgeous when the reflection of the sun turns the
water of the ocean into hues of blues and greens.
Along the Na
Pali Coast, you can also see several other amazing caves, beaches, reefs, and
panoramic views. It is recommended that you explore the coast with a guide. One
of the advantages of studying the coast with a guide on foot makes it easy
for you to access every individual sea cave. Explore every cave as they are
just the gorgeous creations of nature.
Each cave is one of its kind and unique. However, the Waiahuakua Sea Cave is undoubtedly
going to be one of your top favourites. At times, due to weather conditions and
swell, this cave is not accessible, but then you need to make sure that you are
travelling the time when the weather conditions are favourable.
As mentioned, there are two entry points at the cave. On one
side, is a giant amphitheatre cave but as you move around, it opens up to
display an effervescent waterfall which flows from some thousand feet!
Wai’ahu’akua is a Hawaiian word which loosely renders to Gods Water Alter (Wai=
Water, Ahu = Alter, Akua= Gods). You would find the reason for it being called
as Gods Water Alter after you experience this cave for yourself.
Indeed, there are a vast number of wet and dry
caves
in Kauai. However, the spectacular ones are found along the
Nā
Pali Coast. You can only access this place by the sea. The dramatic sea arches and impressive sea
caves have moulded in the cliffs due to the pounding and relentless, Hawaiian
surf. If you are thinking how you can get to these caves, try a boat tour. It
is a great way to go.
Conclusion
Travellers
love exploring the interior of the Waihuakua
Sea Cave. A gushing waterfall offers a cooling mist for tired travellers.
