THE 30 BEST Things to Do in Wailea, HI (2025)
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Wailea Beach, Little Beach, Nature and Wildlife Tours, Beaches. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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On the Waterfromper adult₹16,657
On the Waterfromper adult₹7,416
Dinner and Show Ticketsfromper adult₹24,501- fromper adult₹11,017
Day Tripsfromper adult₹24,676
On the Waterfromper adult₹13,132
Photography Toursfromper adult₹8,725
Sightseeing Cruisesfromper adult₹18,539- fromper group (up to 4)₹61,691
- fromper adult₹23,355
Beaches
Luxurious beach enclave with clear waters and fine black sand, ideal for snorkeling and boogieboarding. Features high-end shopping and serene ambience, despite occasional crowds.
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Beaches
Beaches
Pristine beach with dramatic waves for snorkeling and boogie boarding, lifeguard presence, and scenic views. Not recommended for young swimmers due to strong currents.
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Shopping Malls
Outdoor mall with a blend of upscale and local Hawaiian shops, varied dining from breweries to ice cream, and a focus on supporting the local economy. Some storefronts are vacant.
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What travellers are saying
- JFWhiteMoncton, Canada8,334 contributionsVery beautiful beach in Maui. Highly recommended. Seems like its very clean and well maintained by local resorts in the area.Written 31 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- maui2usSan Diego, CA54 contributionsJust go. Get naked. Prettiest water, softest sand. Just go. Nothing better than swimming naked in the ocean. Don't worry about what you look like.Written 10 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- DPHouQuesta, NM234 contributionsThankfully the January storms that ravaged some Maui beaches has had no adverse effects on beautiful Keawakapu beach! It us in perhaps the best shape we have ever seen. Full of sand and life and more beautiful than ever!Written 23 February 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Mike MVirginia Beach, VA62 contributionsA long stretch of beautiful sand with views of islands and beautiful blue water. Waves are not rough either. Not a busy place which makes it all the better. Favorite beach in Maui.Written 30 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Garry G8 contributionsFirst trip to Maui with family including grandchildren. We found Ulua to be a wonderful beach for our wants. My first time snorkeling ,enjoyed it. To be honest we enjoyed all the beaches in Kihei and Wailea.Written 2 March 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- BruinDanFullerton, CA3,367 contributionsLocated not far from the resorts and condominiums of Wailea and Makena, Maluaka Beach is a public beach popular with both tourists and locals. My wife and I visited here during mid-October 2024.
To drive to the beach from the Makena, Wailea or Kihei area, go south on Makena Alanui Drive, past the Makena Beach & Golf Resort. In about a quarter mile, follow the signs and turn right onto Makena Keononio Road and you'll see a small public parking lot on your right. From there walk through the resort parking area and you will eventually see a walkway down to the beach.
The beach is wide with soft sand. There are public restrooms, showers and a grassy picnic area. The surf was gentle, making it suitable for children. We saw people wading, swimming, boogie boarding, snorkeling and surf fishing. It’s the sort of beach you imagine when you think of Maui, and we’re glad we spent the better part of a day there.Written 30 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Cathy GRostraver, PA71 contributionsOur first full day on Maui, we stumbled upon this wonderful gem for our morning walk. Wow! It exceeded all of our expectations! Beautiful scenery of the ocean and mountains. Gorgeous flowers along the way. What a wonderful way to start your day invigorating all of your senses. We will definitely be back!!Written 8 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Matt MillsLondon, Canada433 contributionsWas recommended to us for boogie boarding and it was GREAT! Awesome swells on the afternoon we visited.
Lots of free parking and only a small walk to the beach. Would recommend!Written 7 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - pglejmSanta Cruz, CA4,458 contributionsIt's located very close to the Marriot, Wailea Beach Resort and Grand Wailea Hotel. The Ritz Carlton and many other large hotels and condos are just a little further walk. There are several restaurants located including a very good brewery, Waikiki Brewing Co, that has a varied selection of food items including a kids menu. There are many higher end stores but there are also some classic Hawaiian apparel shops. There is an ABC store as well as the Island Market which is great for meals to go and some grocery items. At dinner, the ice cream shop, Lappert's, can have an extra long line so either go during the day or if you see no line or a short one....go!!Written 5 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- kbailey1088Columbia, SC142 contributionsAmazing private beach right by turtle cove. We snorkels every day with a dozen or more sea turtles. The water was a bit stirred up due to the current but still amazing to see the turtles close. They would swim right up to us and float by as we took picturesWritten 4 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- ron cFinksburg, MD1,033 contributionsHad an awesome beach dive and a bucket list item checked off when seeing a white tipped reef shark in a cave not far off the beach.Written 26 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Edwin GNewcastle, WA5 contributionsThis is probably our favorite beach in South Maui though the access is a little harder now due to home construction activities. Also, at this time, the sand is at a rather slanted angle, making it a bit more challenging to stroll down the beach. However, the snorkeling is good on clearer water days and there are usually several turtles swimming by. Boogie boarding is often very good here, though this year the water was comparatively calm when we were there.Written 10 January 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
When to Visit
- January22 ºCColdest month7 days of rainWettest monthVery busyBusiest month
- February22 ºC6 days of rainVery busy
- March23 ºC6 days of rainVery busy
- April23 ºC5 days of rainModerately busy
- May24 ºC3 days of rainModerately busy
- June26 ºC2 days of rainModerately busy
- July26 ºCHottest month3 days of rainVery busy
- August26 ºC3 days of rainModerately busy
- September26 ºC4 days of rainLess busy
- October26 ºC4 days of rainLess busy
- November24 ºC5 days of rainLess busyLeast busy month
- December23 ºC6 days of rainLess busy
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