Tours and Tickets to Experience Mākena

There are plenty of ways to experience Makena. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Molokini Crater Zodiac Adventure: Snorkel and Turtle Cove Swim
• Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour: 5 Islands (2-5 people): SEE Even MORE!
• Maui -PRIVATE- Air Tour FUN: 3 Islands (2-5 people): SEE it ALL!
• Maui Circle Island-PRIVATE-Air Tour for 2-5: Waterfalls & Lava!
• South Shore Turtle Kayak and Snorkel Experience

While visiting Makena independently is free, plenty of affordable tours can help you learn more about the area with an expert guide—and have fun along the way. Private air tours of Maui start at US$339, while snorkeling and surfing tours near Makena start at US$103.

Makena is on Maui's south side, south of Wailea. The area is known for beautiful beaches and Makena State Park, where you can hike and see the coast. Makena Beach (Big Beach) is consistently voted one of Maui's best beaches, with its 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) of sand.

Yes, there are fees for Makena State Park (including Big Beach and Little Beach). Parking is US$10, and entry is US$5 per person. These fees are waived for residents of Hawaii (with ID) and children under 3. Bring water as none is available at the park.

Yes, Makena Beach (also called Big Beach) is popular with families, as there are restrooms and picnic tables. The beach typically offers views of nearby islands. You can often find food vendors near the beach. There are lifeguard stations at the beach, but be aware of ocean conditions before swimming.

The weather in Makena is lovely most of the year, so the best time to visit depends on what you are looking for. The shoulder seasons of April-June and September-October offer the best balance between good weather and crowds. In summer and winter, you'll contend with larger crowds.