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End of Makena Alanui Road
Wailea, HI 96753
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+1 808 973 2255
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Neighborhood :
South Maui
The French explorer La Perouse discovered this historical landmark after Haleakala's last eruption in 1788. The eruption had recently destroyed the settlement of Keoneoio. Parts of the village remain intact today, and a strip of lava running through the bay has changed the shoreline permanently. The lava rock and desolate surroundings make for an eerie atmosphere. The bay is at the end of Makena Alanui. The terrain is really only appropriate for a four-wheel drive, and the beach is made up mostly of lava rock. It offers prime scuba and snorkel conditions, and can be a good surf spot as well, but it is not a great spot for picnics or suntanning.
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Yahoo Travel Reviews
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Great snorkeling
This is one of those hidden gems for snorkeling. We saw a blue-fin tuna here and the tropical fish are abundant. Don't make the mistake that ...
Interesting--
This is one of the places the locals go to snorkle and scuba. Be sure to wear sturdy shoes as you will be walking over lava rocks that are hot...
TravelMuse Reviews ( 1 Review ) Top
Come early morning for some great snorkeling!
This beautiful area is really unique being entirely covered with Lava rocks everywhere. La Perouse Bay has very attractive shallow and calm pools which are great for snorkeling in the morning. Make sure to bring sturdy shoes to visit the area as the ground is very uneven and the Lava rocks very sharp.