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Discover Surfing on Maui
With millions of wave-riding visitors, Maui is known as a surfer's paradise.
Learning to surf on Maui is a must do. With its gentle breaks and plethora of surf schools, our island is built for learning to surf. Both the South and West side of Maui have numerous breaks made for long boarding.
The gradual slope of the ocean contour at these spots make for a gently breaking wave perfect for getting you up and going. Most of our surf schools on hMaui guarantee you'll stand up the first time you take a lesson. Many will also rent you a board if you want to try surfing by yourself.
For those of you with experience, there are many good spots on Maui. Jaws on the north shore is pictured right. Some are more dangerous than others. These surf spots can look deceptively harmless and mushy. Know where you're going before you go out.
All of our condos offer easy access to many surf spots but our South Shore condos are closest to the North Shore and the big waves and Kihei beaches offer some great learning options.
The North Shore of Maui is where you'll find thbiggest and most consistenwaves.Hookipa is a great surf spot when winds are favorable with 3-4 main breaks. This Maui surf spot is for experienced surfers only. The current can be strong and there are only 2 entrances to the surf. The reef in front of most of the spots is exposed which makes it difficult to get to shore when the currents are blazing. The entrances are at either end of the beach and narrow. The waves here are good but crowded.
Another popular spot to surf is Honolua Bay. This is one of the best waves on the island though extremely fickle. Usually only breaking a handful of times in the winter, Honolua Bay can offer a really long barreling right hand wave. Again, only for advanced surfers, Honolua surf can be treacherous. The Cave is a section of the wave, which is notorious for sucking surfers under and keeping them there. Keiki Bowls, on the inside, is super shallow and fast. This is a fun part of the wave, but you don't want to fall here. Just kicking out can leave your knuckles scraped when paddling. There are dozens of other reef breaks around the island. The few beach breaks available are usually not very good in comparison.
If you want more local knowledge, ask the guys that help you with Maui surfboard rentals. They'll make sure you get out in the best spots in the safest ways.
Resorts closest to Surfing
Maui Kamaole
Two blocks from Wailea on Maui's sunny south shore; directly across from Kamaole III beach park & the Kihei boat ramp; Maui Kamaole offers 1 bedroom 2 bath, 2 bedroom townhouses & 1 bedroom + den ocean and garden view condos.
Maui Vista
Sitting across from one of the best beaches on Maui, enjoy pools, tennis courts, great grounds and gorgeous ocean views.
Maui Sunset
Located near Sugar Beach, the beauty & location (about as central as you can get to enjoy all the activities Maui has to offer) of Maui Sunset is hard to resist. 225 apartments with ocean views.
Nani Kai Hale
Beachfront mid-rise w amazing ocean views. Central location on Sugar Beach in Kihei
The Palms at Wailea
he lush tropical grounds of the Palms of Wailea welcome you to the large, private grounds close to Keawakapu Beach
Wailea Ekahi Village
Tucked along Keawakapu Beach, Ekahi Village is the perfect destination for a special Hawaiian vacation in an ocean front setting that truly feels like paradise. Great Wailea beach front values.
Kamaole One
Located on spectacular Charlie Young Beach (Kam 1) offering affordable luxury ocean front.
Kamaole Sands
The very popular Kamaole Sands offers 440 individually owned units in 10, four-story buildings on 15 acres of lush, tropical, Maui in a resort like setting across from Kamaole III beach park in South Maui.
Makena Surf
The lovely grounds of Makena Surf offer a putting green, 2 pools, tennis and access to 2 beaches.
Ma'alaea Kai
Immaculately maintained Resort overlooking scenic Maalaea Bay; a short walk to Maalaea Marina, Built in 1974 with 79 units, on 2.28 acres, Maalaea Kai is the largest residential property in Maalaea Village. A great central location to access all parts of the island for your Maui holiday!
Kihei Surfside
Located adjacent to the north end of sandy Keawakapu Beach in sunny, south Maui, Kihei Surfside Resort is a 6-story building with 83 apartments each with fabulous ocean views.
Kihei Akahi
Amazing ocean views, 2 pools, across from Kamaole II Beach Park. A perfect family setting
Haleakala Shores
Affordable condos with covered parking, this 4-story development is located across the street from Kamaole III Beach Park - a very popular park with a grassy area for kite flying, a small play ground, and wonderful, protected sandy beach.
Ho'olei
Located in the center of Wailea and easy walk or free shuttle (for some residences) from all the resources of the beach front Grand Wailea Resort.
Kihei Kai Nani
Affordable Condos Across from Kamaole II Beach. Relax by the pool steps from shopping.
Wailea Beach Villas
The Ocean front pool is steps from gorgeous Wailea Beach and the first class exercise facility.
Ma'alaea Banyans
One of island's best condominium values, the serenity of Maui's south coast can be found at the beach front Maalaea Banyans Resort located near Maalaea Harbor overlooking scenic Maalaea Bay.
Polo Beach Club
Ocean front living in the heart of the luxury setting of Wailea & Makena. The 8-story Polo Beach Club boasts 71 oceanfront 2 bedroom, 2 bath condominiums all with spectacular ocean views on 2.3 acres.
Hale Kamaole
Located on nearly 8 acres just a few blocks north of Wailea, on Maui's sunny south shore, Hale Kamaole is directly across from Kamaole III beach park in a quiet part of south Kihei.
Wailea Ekolu Village
These affordable luxury vacation properties offer sweeping ocean views & great values in the heart of Wailea near beaches & shopping.
