South Maui

You’ll find the sunniest, driest area of Maui on the peaceful southwestern coast. Blessed with miles of sandy beaches and clear views of the islands of Lānaʻi, Molokini and Kahoʻolawe, South Maui is a place for lazy days and romantic nights. Explore the immersive underwater aquarium at the Maui Ocean Center in the whale-friendly Māʻalaea Bay. Golf at world-class courses in Wailea. Shop and dine in some of Maui’s finest restaurants and resorts. Discover Maui’s warm hospitality on its spectacular southern coast.

South Maui Highlights

Kīhei

Kīhei is beach-combing territory on Maui’s southwest shore, the sunniest, driest end of the island.

Mākena Beach State Park

Maui's southwestern shores are home to many extraordinary beaches, including Mākena Beach, also known as "Big Beach" and considered one of the island's best.

Molokini

Molokini is a small, crescent moon-shaped islet that is a State Marine Life and Bird Conservation District.

Wailea

Known for its five beautiful, crescent-shaped beaches and stellar golf courses, Wailea is a luxurious resort community in South Maui that spans 1,500 acres of land with staggering ocean views.