Snorkel· Maui· Hawaii
Marriott Reef Day-Use Moorings (Kaanapali)
20° 54.9′ N · 156° 41.8′ W
Shallow reef off the south end of Kaanapali, in front of the Marriott, with yellow tangs, pufferfish, triggerfish, schools of whitetail unicornfish and cornetfish; dive boats use it as an alternative when south swell closes other sites.
Practical
Marriott 1 at 20 54.861 N, 156 41.850 W (32 ft, ball 15 ft); Marriott 2 at 20 54.652 N, 156 41.729 W (38 ft); Marriott 3 at 20 54.608 N, 156 41.682 W was reported missing in the 2009 guidebook but is on DOBOR's current list. Easily reached from the Mala ramp; the hotels are visible to the right after leaving the ramp. A surf break is nearby. Day-use rules: 2.5 hours if others waiting, no overnight, no anchoring within 100 yards.
Best for
Snorkel stop between Mala and Kaanapali
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