Dive-site story
Located along the rugged South Maui coastline, this dive follows a series of volcanic lava tubes, arches, and undercut ledges extending from Makena Landing. Divers navigate between distinct cavern structures where resident whitetip reef sharks rest on sand patches and Hawaiian green sea turtles frequent cleaning stations. The surrounding reef slopes across basalt formations and finger coral fields, with sandy channels separating the major finger-like lava ridges.
Volcanic lava tubes and underwater caverns serving as daylight resting areas for whitetip reef sharks
Active turtle cleaning stations where surgeonfish graze on green sea turtle shells
Complex basalt topography with arches, swim-throughs, and collapsed lava ceilings
Occasional eagle rays gliding across the outer sandy flats
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Summer and shoulder months offer calmer ocean conditions, though winter dives often include audible humpback whale song.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip reef sharkTriaenodon obesus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Yellowmargin morayGymnothorax flavimarginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Commerson's frogfishAntennarius commerson | Rare | ||||||||||||
| Whitespotted eagle rayAetobatus ocellatus | Seasonal |
Marine forecast
