The Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserves Ahihi Bay has some of the best snorkeling in Maui.

Maui snorkeling reserve. There is a little cove here thats great for all levels of snorkelers has loads of fish and even a nearby turtle cleaning station The proper name for the area is Waiala Cove and youll also hear it referred to as Ahihi Cove from time to time. Along with Big Island it is one of the best snorkeling destinations in the archipelago. This small reserve on the south-west coast of Maui covers lava flows and surrounding sea beds.

Like the marine life at popular Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve managed by Honolulu marine life of Ahihi-Kinau on Maui is protected in this Hawaii Natural Area Reserve. 1 Molokini Crater Snorkeling Molokini Crater is a popularthing to do due to the high-visibility of the protected inner waters and also for the abundance of ocean life due to it being deemed a Marine Life Conservation District. Ahihi-Kinau Natural Area Reserve - Before you visit Maui visit Tripadvisor for the latest info and advice written for travelers by travelers.

Designed to protecting Mauis marine life for future generations Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserve located on the southern coast of Maui just past Makena is another must-visit for snorkeling lovers. One of the most prized West Maui beaches is the world famous Napili Bay. Ahihi Kinau Natural Area Reserve is located on the southern coast of Maui just past Makena.

This article contains a discussion by Tripadvisor members concerning the above topic. Fishing is forbidden and the site is rich in fish. Its a marine life conservation district so no fishing of any kind is allowed.

If youre looking for a great snorkeling experience then definitely head here. You can make this area a stop on your way to La Perouse or you can easily spend a day exploring all the different snorkel spots around Ahihi-Kinau. The cove is shown in the picture above.

Youll see beautiful animals both above and below the surface as the reserve protects the fish and the birds. Theres no parking here but this is. The best Top 10 Maui snorkel spots with maps photos.