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Wailea is a luxurious resort community in south Maui known for its five beautiful, crescent shaped beaches. Polo Beach is one of these pristine stretches of sand, forming a double crested beach. It is conveniently located directly behind the Fairmont Resort with ample...

The convenient location and excess of turtles makes this unassuming roadside park one of the best places to snorkel on Maui!

On the west side of Maui, not far from downtown Lahaina, is a pristine beach with calm waves and a long stretch of stunning coral reef. This beach’s name explains it all! Baby Beach is renowned as one of the best snorkel spots on Maui where parents can take their young children for their first experiences in the sea.

This beach is popular thanks to its long, picturesque stretch of sand- about two-thirds of a mile in length- that provides ample space for beach games, fishing, lounging, and body boarding. Below the ocean surface, this beach is touted for the bustling lava reefs at both the north and south end. Green sea turtles and plenty of local Hawaiian fish frequent these flourishing coral formations that are easy to explore with a good snorkel, mask and set of fins. 

Snorkeling at Kapalua Bay is amazing, thanks in part to the crescent shape of the bay, a white sand beach protected by lava flow headlands.

After a few stormy winter weeks here on Maui, the sun finally made its return! This long awaited sunny weather had me craving a snorkeling adventure. But not just any snorkeling… I wanted to experience some of the very best snorkeling on Maui! Luckily I knew where to...

Ahihi-Kinau Bay is a protected marine reserve known for clear water and an abundance of tropical fish and marine life.

Located just off the highway on the way to Lahaina, is one of the best snorkeling locations on Maui. Here you’ll find over 100 acres of beautiful white sand beaches, stunning coral reefs, and abundant marine life. Olowalu is known as Maui’s biggest and most thriving coral reef system. It is home to a plethora of different marine animals, including fish, green sea turtles, manta rays, eels, and even (friendly) black-tip reef sharks.

Located at the end of Ka’anapali Beach lies one of the best beginner snorkeling spots on Maui. The snorkel area is incredibly easy to access, teeming with marine life and is also known as one of the best places to cliff jump on Maui. The convenient location in...

Keawakapu Beach is one of the best places to snorkel with sea turtles on Maui and to watch the spectacular sunset

It was a gorgeous mid-October day in Hawaii, and I wanted to go snorkeling at a good location on Maui that wasn’t too crowded. I originally planned to go to the west side of the island  (Lahaina) to snorkel, but due to the high surf (winter swells of 6ft +) snorkeling...

Slaughterhouse, otherwise known as Mokule’ia Beach, is one of the best places to snorkel on Maui because it is a protected reef with thriving aquatic life.

Paddleboarding, also known as SUP (stand up paddle) is a fantastic ocean activity and a fun way to explore Maui. View marine life from the standup position allows for a clearer view below the surface that you would get from a kayak. Paddleboarding is also much easier...

The crystal clear clarity, warm temperature and vast array of exotic creatures make Hawaii one of the best places to snorkel, snuba or scuba dive. Before you descend, take a look at our list of the top ten most dangerous marine life.

Renting beach and snorkeling gear is a great way to save money and inspire vacation adventures. By carrying your own gear, you are free to explore at your own pace, plan a snorkeling induced beach hop at some of Maui’s best beaches or jump in somewhere unexpected along the way. Concerned about germs? You’re not alone! Nobody wants to swap spit with the last or the next vacationer.

From November through May, over ten thousand humpback whales migrate to the waters off Hawaii. They are here to mate and to birth their young, but they seem to be having a lot of fun while they’re at it. There is an electricity around the ocean during the peak season...

Whether you’re celebrating a honeymoon, anniversary, Valentines Day or just life in general, we’ve compiled the top 10 most romantic things to do on Maui together. 

The sweet strum of the ukulele has become synonymous with Hawaii and the spirit of Aloha. The sound alone can induce the sort of relaxation associated with a long awaited tropical vacation to paradise. Like many elements of Hawaii's melting pot culture, the instrument...

The valley isle is well known for its climate diversity, incredible scenery and huge variety of vacation activities on, off and in the ocean. Where you choose to stay can determine the ease at which you accomplished your vacation goals. Here are some important considerations to help decide where to stay on Maui.

For all that I thought I knew, I actually had no idea. My quest to go 'Coconuts in Hawaii' unveiled the legacy of this precious and most versatile plant. A Little History of Coconuts in Hawaii If I were stranded on a desert island with only one plant, I now know...

Hawaii is consistently ranked as the happiest AND the healthiest state in America, for good reason. Fueled by the freshest local ingredients and natural vitamins, the most secluded island chain in the world is overflowing with ways to achieve those resolutions for...

Hawaiian pineapples are an iconic symbol of the islands and it seems like they’ve gotten even more trendy as of late, the image or illustration being representative of a laid back tropical lifestyle and inducing some serious vacation vibes. There’s nothing...