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Trip Planner:   USA  /  Hawaii  /  Maui  /  Wailea  /  Makena Beach

Makena Beach, Wailea

4.6
#2 of 16 in Parks in Wailea
Beach · Hidden Gem · Nature / Park
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You won't have to worry whether there's enough room for your umbrella at Makena Beach. Also known as Big Beach, it's nearly 1.5 km (1 mi) long and the largest beach in Maui. You can enjoy shade from the large volcanic cliffs, which also offer protection from tradewinds. Book a snorkeling or kayak tour to get an up-close look at some of the sea life. It's a good idea to go out with a guide, because the water can get rough Remember to bring drinking water and sunscreen. A visit to Makena Beach represents just the start of the adventure when you use our Wailea visit planning app to plot your vacation.
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FROM $179 BOOK WITH VIATOR Molokini Crater Zodiak Adventure Snorkel and Turtle Cove Swim Molokini Crater Zodiak Adventure Snorkel and Turtle Cove Swim
4.9
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $106 BOOK WITH VIATOR Turtle Reef Kayak Tour of Makena, Maui Turtle Reef Kayak Tour of Makena, Maui
4.8
Duration: 3 hours
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FROM $106 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kayak and Snorkel - South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel - South Shore Turtle
4.9
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $139 BOOK WITH VIATOR Maui South Shore Premier Kayak and Snorkel Tour from Makena Beach Maui South Shore Premier Kayak and Snorkel Tour from Makena Beach
4.9
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes
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FROM $135 BOOK WITH VIATOR 4 Hour Makena Whale Watch Tour 4 Hour Makena Whale Watch Tour
5.0
Duration: 4 hours
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FROM $15 BOOK WITH VIATOR Maui: Audio Driving Tour Maui: Audio Driving Tour
5.0
Duration: 8 to 16 hours
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FROM $822 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private Tropics of Maui & Rainforest Valley: Kahului, Wailea, Kihei pick up Private Tropics of Maui & Rainforest Valley: Kahului, Wailea, Kihei pick up
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
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FROM $800 BOOK WITH VIATOR Kahului Shore Excursion: Tropics of Maui & Rainforest Valley Kahului Shore Excursion: Tropics of Maui & Rainforest Valley
Duration: 5 to 6 hours
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FROM $0 BOOK WITH VIATOR Private South & West Maui Beaches Tour Private South & West Maui Beaches Tour
Duration: 8 hours
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Makena Beach reviews

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TripAdvisor traveler rating 4.5
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Google
4.7
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  • By genevievecP8483JJ
    long sand beach easy access by the road bring your chair and towel and be ready to spend the day! can be windy 
    long sand beach easy access by the road bring your chair and towel and be ready to spend the day! can be windy  more »
  • By FukuBonsaiPlant
    Hawaii is beautiful, but they charge tourists huge taxes and user fees ( Here is another new user fee) Makena beach at the south end of Maui is a lovely huge beach ( not the best for casual swimming.....  more
    Hawaii is beautiful, but they charge tourists huge taxes and user fees ( Here is another new user fee) Makena beach at the south end of Maui is a lovely huge beach ( not the best for casual swimming.....  more »
  • By chubby_wanderer
    Overview: This long sandy beach is picturesque and has easy parking but dangerous waves. Not a family beach if you're getting in the water. Lifeguards are on duty. The waves can break where it is... 
    Overview: This long sandy beach is picturesque and has easy parking but dangerous waves. Not a family beach if you're getting in the water. Lifeguards are on duty. The waves can break where it is...  more »
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  • By Aman Kesarwani
    I am surprised to see few reviews for this beach. The best thing about this beach is that you can fly the drones here. I see people getting professional photo shoots here as well. The beach is nice and clean and there is cool spot on the right side of the beach to get amazing shots
  • By David Borger Germann
    Gorgeous beach with lots of shaded sitting areas near the parking lot.
  • By Tawny Studwell
    A beautiful beach with lots of soft sand and some shade. Parking lot has a port-o-potty, but that’s it. The resort on the south side has showers. Love how quiet and secluded this beach felt! Lots of turtles cruising around, too! Great for snorkeling.
  • By Devon Greer
    See pictures. Free parking semi-paved. 1Bathroom, No foot wash station, not wheelchair accessible. Small beach semi -clear water.
  • By Carson Keller
    Wonderful beach. Plenty of parking, and it is typically less busy than many of the other beaches in the area. Lots of shade, great snorkelling! Definitely recommend this beach. Only downside, no washrooms and there is one small outhouse near the parkade. Take the small path over to the right near the parking lot and you will find yourself in a beautiful cove!
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