Manele Harbor

Lanai Attraction Guide

Manele Harbor

Manele Harbor is Lanai's public boat harbor and Maui-Lanai ferry arrival point, with tour boats, parking, south shore access and nearby Hulopoe Bay.

Harbor Sign
Harbor Sign

Manele Harbor, Lanai

Manele Harbor, located on Lanai’s south shore, has the only public boat harbor on the island. Visitors who take the ferry from Lahaina on neighboring Maui arrive here (five times daily), as well as a few fishing and snorkeling tour boats. Manele Harbor’s activity is limited to traffic from excursions and charters, while the other harbor on the island, Kaumalapau, handles commercial shipping.

There is a small pebble beach at the east corner of Manele Bay, which is a popular diving and snorkeling spot. But the swimming and sunbathing, there are better beaches on Lanai, such as neighboring Hulopoe Bay.

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Location, Parking and Directions

Manele Harbor is located on Lanai's south shore at the end of Manele Road / Highway 440. The map point is kept at the current page coordinates for the harbor area. Visitors arrive by ferry, boat, shuttle, taxi, rental vehicle or tour transportation, with parking and traffic changing around ferry arrival and departure times.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Manele Harbor located?

Manele Harbor is located on Lanai's south shore at the end of Manele Road / Highway 440.

Is Manele Harbor Lanai's public boat harbor?

Yes. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers identifies Manele Small Boat Harbor as the only public boat harbor on Lanai.

Does the Maui-Lanai ferry arrive at Manele Harbor?

Yes. Current Expeditions ferry service runs between Maalaea Harbor on Maui and Manele Harbor on Lanai.

How long is the Maui-Lanai ferry ride?

Current ferry information lists the crossing at about 1 hour and 10 minutes, depending on ocean conditions and operations.

Can visitors swim at Manele Harbor?

Manele Harbor is a working harbor, so it is not the best place for swimming. Beachgoers usually continue to nearby Hulopoe Bay.