Beautiful Beaches
A signature beach to Maui is Makena Beach State Park with stunning white sands nestled between two black-lava outcroppings offering protection from the trade winds. Makena Beach has beautiful views of Molokini and Kahoolawe islands. Although undeveloped it offers lifeguard, picnic, toilet and food facilities. Divided into two beaches, Big Beach and Little Beach (no amenities or lifeguard) depending on your preference.
Beachcombing is a favourite pastime; try Keawakapu Beach for this and Kihei Beach is a series of beaches, coves and tide pools. Other popular beaches are Polo Beach and Wailea Beach which offers excellent swimming and a beach walk past Wailea’s hotels, restaurants and shops. Kaanapali Beach has been named America’s Best Beach with miles of sparkling white sand and crystal clear water, fronting Kaanapali’s hotels and resorts. One of its most famous attractions is the daily cliff diving ceremony at sunset off the beach’s most northernmost cliffs knows as Puu Kekaa (back rock). It’s also possible to zip line and soar above Kaanapali’s breathtaking coastline. Hawaii’s first planned resort; Kaanapali also features a world-class shopping complex with first rate shops and restaurants, two championship golf courses and whaling museum. Puamana Beach is an excellent location for beginning and intermediate surfers. Maui is home to miles and miles of beaches so take your pick from a long list whether it’s a quiet cove or surf central, it’s all available.
