Chinaman's Hat!

There's a tiny island resting on Koaloa Beach called Chinaman's hat! Also formerly known as Mokolii ("little lizard"). A cone shaped pop of lava resembling the quintessential peasant's chapeau worn by rural folk in China.

At low tide, you can make it out to the island; but the trek requires some sort of footwear to protect the feet from sharp coral.

The island faces the great big Koaloa mountains which is simply incredible and yet calming.

Tide was high therefore sitting or walking by the beach and admiring the tiny island was the next best thing to do.. winds blowing and waves smashing on the beach was enough to enjoy the moment.

ps: there were no sighting of any Chinaman on this beach :)