Another morning spent at the beach, only this time we brought snorkel gear that we rented. We spent half our time there snorkeling before heading back for lunch.
After lunch we drove to the Haleakalā Volcano, home of both the Haleakalā Observatory and the Haleakalā silversword. We reached the summit about 20 minutes before sunset, so our timing was just about perfect. Watching the sunset from 10,000 feet was AMAZING, and I wish we had stayed a bit longer to see the stars.
Here are some photos from the day:
Panorama of Kamole Beach Park 3, where we spent our morning snorkeling.
The view from close to the summit of Haleakalā volcano
The Haleakalā silversword plant
Haleakalā observatory, which was apparently off-limits to tourists
Okay, we were actually at 10,023 feet
Me at the summit!
My parents at the summit!
