Bring your own for best fit, or rent from the Sheraton beach concession right at Black Rock (~$15–25/set). A well-fitting mask makes a big difference — rental masks can leak.

Black Rock is one of Maui's best snorkel spots — sea turtles, reef fish, and the dramatic lava drop-off. Waterproof housing or a GoPro is well worth it for this one.

Extended time in the water at Black Rock — the lava rock reflects a lot of sun. A rash guard provides full-day UV protection without relying on sunscreen reapplication while swimming.

For taking your phone into shallow water or keeping it dry on the beach. Alternatively, leave valuables in your beach bag while snorkeling.

Keeps the mask clear at Black Rock — turtle and reef-fish viewing is the highlight here.

Bring at least one per person — you'll use them at Black Rock after snorkeling, then again at the Westin Nanea pool in the afternoon. The resort may have pool towels, but beach towels are yours to keep dry.

The whole day runs out of one bag — towels, sunscreen, snacks, water, camera. A tote or backpack that can get a little sandy and wet.

Legally required in Hawaii — no oxybenzone or octinoxate. Full day of beach, snorkeling, and pool. Apply before leaving the villa and reapply every 2 hours. Bring enough for the full group.

Full day on the beach and boardwalk with minimal shade. The afternoon pool time and evening boardwalk walk both benefit from a hat during daylight hours.

All-day sun on the water and boardwalk. Essential for the sunset ceremony walk — you'll be looking west directly into the sun as it drops.

The boardwalk, beach, and Whalers Village are all sandal-friendly. You'll be on your feet a lot — bring comfortable sandals you can walk in.

Pack before you leave — fruit, granola bars, coconut water. You'll be at the beach from mid-morning through early afternoon. Easier than buying food on the boardwalk mid-morning.

Full day in tropical heat — between snorkeling, walking the boardwalk, and the pool, you'll drink more than you expect. Fill up at the villa before leaving.

To throw over swimwear for the walk from Black Rock to lunch at Whalers Village.

UFO Parasail on Ka'anapali Beach — ~$80–100/person, ~1.5 hours total. Check-in is on the beach, no driving needed. Have booking confirmation on your phone.

Teralani or Trilogy sail departs Ka'anapali Beach ~5:00–7:00 PM (~$100–130/person). If booked, this replaces the boardwalk sunset walk. Bring the confirmation on your phone.

Snorkel gear at the Sheraton (~$15–25/set), any activity upgrades, Whalers Village shopping. Most vendors on the beach accept card.

Tips for parasail or catamaran crew, shave ice at Island Vintage Coffee in Whalers Village, small vendor purchases along the boardwalk.

Roy's is a proper sit-down restaurant — don't arrive in beach clothes. Pack a dinner outfit you can change into at the villa before heading over. A nice shirt and shorts or a sundress is fine.

(808) 669-6999 · 2290 Ka'anapali Pkwy · Closes 8:00 PM — arrive by 7:00 PM. Remember: order the chocolate soufflé first. It takes 20 minutes.

Restaurants in Ka'anapali are often over-air-conditioned. A light cardigan or linen shirt over your dinner outfit is worth packing.

Ka'anapali Trolley times, restaurant reservations, activity confirmations. Charge overnight.

Full day out with no car to plug into. Between photos, maps, and the trolley schedule, you'll use more battery than expected.

For restaurant reservations, any activity check-ins, and Whalers Village shopping.

Black Rock snorkel and all-day beach. Pack a spare.

Full sun day on the water and boardwalk.

Beach and pool day → change at the villa before the 7 PM Roy's dinner.

Full day of sun exposure — soothing relief back at the villa in the evening.