Makaiwa Bay

Makaiwa Bay, Big Island

Makaiwa Bay (view panorama) is a beautiful sandy cove located south of the Mauna Lani Bay Hotel and Mauna Lani Terrace condos. The swimming and snorkeling conditions are good when the ocean is calm. You'll be able to see quite a few fish in the nearshore waters. The beach is surrounded by luxury accommodations.

If you're not staying in the area, there is a public parking lot, but it's about a 10 to 15 minute walk on a paved path through a lava field and along the Mauna Lani fishponds (Kalahuipua'a) to get to the beach. It is a scenic trail. First you'll walk through an interesting lava landscape and then right along the ancient fishpond and along the shoreline, where you'll also see a fishtrap.

Makaiwa Bay Overview

Beautiful white-sand beach backed by palm trees
Good swimming and snorkeling conditions when the ocean is calm
Scenic trail leads from the parking lot to the beach
Boat ramp located at the north end of the bay

Vacation Rentals near Makaiwa Bay

Luxury Ocean Front Penthouse With Stunning Views- Mauna Lani Terrace D301

$ 500

Hale Aumakua - Champion Ridge #16- Ideal Hawaiian Vacation Home

$ 1200

Breathtaking Luxury Townhome

$ 325

Two Bedroom Townhome in Magical Mauna Lani, Very Private End Unit

$ 225

Spacious Ocean View Home. Steps From White Sand Beach. Pool & Home Theater.

$ 3000

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Location:

South of Pauoa Road, Puako HI 96743

Directions: Between mile markers 73 and 74 on Highway 19, turn onto Mauna Lani Drive. At the roundabout, take the second road on the right. Then turn left on Pauoa Road where you'll find the public parking lot on the right. From here, take the paved path to the beach. Don't leave any valuables in your car.

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