SURFING
Perhaps not as famous as Oahu's North Shore, Maui has its share of solid surf spots. During the winter months, Honolua Bay and Hookikpa Beach in Paia are popular big wave surf breaks.
Out to sea beyond Hookipa, is the infamous Peahi or "Jaws." Generated by winter storms swells traveling over a barrier reef, Jaws creates 40-70 foot monster waves. To produce enough speed to surf these daunting waves, pro tow-in surfers are literally towed-into the breaking waves by jet skis. Needless to say, leave these treacherous waves to the professionals.
For the beginning surfer, Maui offers surfing lessons at smaller and far-less intimidating surf spots in Lahaina and the west coast of Maui.
Learn more:
> Honolua Bay
> Lahaina
> Paia
