Can you snorkel at Big Beach Maui?
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Can you snorkel at Big Beach Maui?
The best snorkeling was on the north side (or to the right when you are on the beach). The shore is very sandy and shallow when you enter, but just a little ways out, the bottom drops far (40-50 feet!).
Is there snorkeling at Big Beach?
The best thing to do is to park in the first entrance to Big Beach and turn right when you hit the sand. This will bring you to the far northern end of the beach where you can enter the water to snorkel around the point.
Where is best snorkeling in Maui?
The best Top 10 Maui snorkel spots with maps & photos.
- #1 Molokini Crater.
- #2 Black Rock.
- #3 La Perouse.
- #4 Honolua Bay.
- #5 Coral Gardens.
- #6 Ahihi Bay.
- #7 Kapalua & Napili Bays.
- #8 “Turtle Town”
Where are the most shark attacks in Maui?
Makena Point
Makena Point has the highest number of sharks sightings, followed by Kalama, according to local scientists who have been tracking and documenting shark movement and behavior for decades. Next, is Palauea followed by Olowalu.
How big are the waves at Big Beach Maui?
How big are the waves at Big Beach today?
| Time (HST) & Date | Wave Height | Wave Period |
|---|---|---|
| Morning (01 Jul) | 1.5ft (0.5m) | 13s |
| Afternoon (01 Jul) | 1.5ft (0.4m) | 13s |
| Evening (01 Jul) | 1.5ft (0.4m) | 13s |
Is snorkeling better in Maui or Big island?
Maui is not as crowded as Oahu and has more beaches and snorkeling spots than the Big Island and Kauai. You won’t find a crowd when you snorkel in Maui. Maui is known as being a laid back and less developed island, all the better for snorkeling.
Are there great white sharks in Maui?
Great white sharks are not native to the waters of Maui, but there is always a chance that there may be one lurking just offshore in the deep waters of the Pacific Ocean. Don’t let that fact turn you off of scuba diving or snorkeling while vacationing in Mau.
Is Big Beach Safe?
Big Beach has a significant on-shore break that can be downright brutal when there is a large south swell. This is never a beach that is safe for small children or inexperienced swimmers. Adults might want to think twice during high surf, as well. Lifeguards!
What’s the worst month to go to Hawaii?
December
December is the worst month to visit Hawaii. Hawaii experiences a spike in visitors from mid-December to New Year, resulting in high accommodation, plane tickets, and rental car costs. December is also the wettest month of the year as temperatures cool across the Hawaiian islands.
