Dive-site story
Extending off the southern edge of Wailea on Maui's leeward coast, this site features shallow basalt lava fingers and patch reefs interspersed with white sand channels. Divers commonly encounter green sea turtles resting along the ledges, alongside endemic reef fish navigating the finger coral formations. The sheltered aspect makes it a popular shore entry during calm morning conditions before trade winds pick up.
Basalt lava ridges with undercut ledges sheltering resting marine life
High concentration of Hawaiian green sea turtles feeding along the reef
Sheltered shore access with gentle slopes over sand and patch reef
Location
Use the map to plan with your operator and confirm the exact entry point on the day.
Seasonality
Summer months typically offer calmer ocean swells on South Maui shores, though winter brings whale song audible underwater.
Marine life
| Species | Likelihood | J | F | M | A | M | J | J | A | S | O | N | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green sea turtleChelonia mydas | Common | ||||||||||||
| Hawaiian white-spotted tobyCanthigaster jactator | Common | ||||||||||||
| Whitetip reef sharkTriaenodon obesus | Seasonal | ||||||||||||
| Yellowmargin morayGymnothorax flavimarginatus | Common | ||||||||||||
| Reef triggerfishRhinecanthus rectangulus | Common |
Marine forecast
