Dive· Maui· Hawaii
Wailea Point Dive
20° 40.8′ N · 156° 26.8′ W
The lava point between Wailea and Polo beaches drops to a reef of finger coral and boulders that is a popular boat and shore dive and snorkel, with turtles and, in winter, humpback song in the water.
Practical
Position is state day-use buoy Wailea Point 1 (20°40.811'N 156°26.799'W); Wailea Point 2 is at 20°40.842'N 156°26.832'W (DLNR list). 2.5-hour limit, no overnight, no anchoring within 100 yards. Shore entry from Wailea or Polo Beach. Best on calm mornings.
Best for
A quick morning dive off the Wailea resorts