WHERE TO SEE

Maui has lots of safe ways to see sea turtles in their natural habitat without disturbing them, like snorkeling and scuba diving.

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There are five distinct species of turtles on Maui, including:

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Maluaka Beach is often called Turtle Town in Maui because it has a huge population of green sea turtles!

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At Keawakapu Beach, the water is super clear. That means you’ll see the underwater world without straining your eyes!

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Hookipa Beach

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Other Places to Spot Sea Turtles in Maui

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Things to Know About Turtles in Maui

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A lot hang out on the sand in the warmest part of the day, so you can see them from land.

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Sea turtles are an important part of Maui culture. They represent good luck, long life, stamina, and protection.

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Chasing, riding, or even touching the turtles is strictly prohibited, and harassing the sea creature any way can land you in big trouble.

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WHERE TO SEE

SEA TURTLES

SEA TURTLES

IN MAUI

Maui has lots of safe ways to see sea turtles in their natural habitat without disturbing them, like snorkeling and scuba diving.

Swimming with the turtles is a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

There are five distinct species of turtles on Maui, including:

1. Green sea turtles (honu)

2. Hawksbill sea turtles

3. Olive Ridleys

4. Leatherbacks

5. Loggerheads

Maluaka Beach is often called Turtle Town in Maui because it has a huge population of green sea turtles!

Maluaka Beach

Best Places to See Turtles in Maui

At Keawakapu Beach, the water is super clear. That means you’ll see the underwater world without straining your eyes!

Keawakapu Beach

Best Places to See Turtles in Maui

Hookipa Beach

Turtles are visible at this Paia turtle beach throughout most of the day despite the turtle season Maui has!

Best Places to See Turtles in Maui

Other Places to Spot Sea Turtles in Maui

Black Rock Beach

Ulua Beach

Polo Beach

Five Caves

Things to Know About Turtles in Maui

You can take pictures with them, on the land or in the water. Just don’t use your flash, which can bother them!

A lot hang out on the sand in the warmest part of the day, so you can see them from land.

Sea turtles are an important part of Maui culture. They represent good luck, long life, stamina, and protection.

Chasing, riding, or even touching the turtles is strictly prohibited, and harassing the sea creature any way can land you in big trouble.

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