Scientists believe that Haleakalas last eruption created the rocky points that you see lining this picturesque bay.

Maui snorkeling la perouse bay. When guide books talk about the snorkeling at La Perouse Bay they are actually referring to the side of the Bay that is part of the reserve. It is located at mile marker 7 at the very end of Makena Alanui Road. Turn Right onto Wailea Ike Rd.

This is worth the trip just for the scenery and hiking. After the lava field you will come to a small. Due to the closure this is a drive-through experience as the road to La Perouse bisects the mauka and makai sections of the reserve.

Kanahena Beach aka the dumps see Ahihi Kinau natural area reserve. La Perouse is the end of the road literally in south Maui. La Perouse Bay is known for being a great snorkeling location but not the bay itself which has poor visibility but the small coves along the northern end of the bay in the nature reserve.

However the majority of the Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserve is currently closed to the public until July 31 2018 see map of closed area. From Kihei take Piilani Hwy south to Wailea. Located at the end of Makena Alanui Road La Perouse Bay is the southeast beach in Maui boasting a lava coastline and beautiful waters perfect for snorkeling.

Piilani Hwy Dead ends here. The best Top 10 Maui snorkel spots with maps photos. The bay itself has poor visibility.

La Perouse Bay Images. Jean-Francois sailed to the Sandwich Islands which are now known as the Hawaiian Islands. This spot is located in the Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserve and as such is protected by state law.