Maluaka Beach Tours and Activities

Maluaka Beach which includes rocky coastline, mountains and a pebble beach
Maluaka Beach which includes landscape views
Maluaka Beach
Maluaka Beach showing signage, a church or cathedral and a garden
Maluaka Beach which includes tropical scenes, swimming and a sandy beach


Packed with native marine life, Maluaka Beach is a prime spot for catching sight of Hawaiian green turtles and majestic hump-backed whales.

For an impromptu introduction to the local sea life, pack your snorkelling gear and head for the sheltered Maluaka Beach on Maui’s southwest coast. This protected bay provides a calm refuge from the Pacific winds and is home to some of Hawaii’s most beautiful native wildlife, including an array of tropical fish and the thick-shelled Hawaiian green turtles. It is these large native residents who have earned the beach its nickname of ‘Turtle Town’.Come face to face with the turtles at the southern end of the beach, where a coral reef provides abundant feeding opportunities. Clamber on to the rocks and be prepared to hang out for a while before you spot one. The turtles’ brown-tinged shells blend in with the surrounding rocks meaning you may need to acclimatise your eyes before you can see them. They aren’t shy, so a little patience is likely to be rewarded with a personal encounter.The reef provides a perfect spot for snorkelling - just dive in to the crystal clear waters to admire the kaleidoscopic scales of the tropical fish. You’ll find octopus and any number of shellfish here too, as well as more turtles making their way along the seabed. Back on the beach, keep an eye out for hump-backed whales as they swim past the island on their annual migrations.When you start to feel peckish, head back up the beach to grab a bite from the hotel snack bar which is located right on the beachfront. Sit back at the picnic tables on the manicured patch of grass and enjoy the sweeping ocean views from the shade of the kiawe trees. Alternatively, clean up at one of the beach’s public showers and head to the formal surroundings of the hotel restaurant for a sit-down dinner showcasing some of the best of local seafood.Located in Makena Bay on the southwest coast, Maluaka Beach can be a little difficult to find as it is relatively secluded compared to the more well-known parts of the shoreline. You can get here by driving to the end of Makena Road and parking in the nearby car park, which is free of charge.

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