What is Turtle Town in Hawaii?
What is Turtle Town in Hawaii? Turtle Town is an awesome snorkeling site off the southern coast of Maui, near Makena. Many sea turtles spend time here, resting and eating limu (seaweed) from the rocks. You can only reach this site by boat. On many Maui snorkeling tours, Molokini is the first stop, and Turtle Town is the second!
Can you swim with sea turtles in Hawaii?
You may see a turtle (honu) or two while snorkeling but swimming with the turtles is frowned upon. They are a protected species and by law, you need to give them distance. The best place for a beginner snorkeler on Oahu is Hanauma Bay. There are lifeguards there if you should get into trouble.
Is it safe to swim with turtles in Hawaii?
When you see a sea turtle, keep a respectful distance. The State of Hawaii's DLNR recommends a 6- to 10-foot buffer, but we recommend a larger buffer to help protect the turtles. Never touch or chase sea turtles, as it is extremely disrespectful and irresponsible.
What is Turtle Beach famous for?
Turtle Beach heralds the entrance to the North Shore, and is located near Kahuku Point, the most northerly point of Oahu. Turtle Bay Beach is also known as Kukae'ohiki (which means excrement of the ghost crabs), and is famous for the turtles of course.
What is there to do at Turtle Town?
This reef area is protected from the island's trade winds by Haleakala, making for relatively calm waters. Turtle Town is a popular add-on destination to many Molokini Crater snorkeling and diving excursions, but it's also known as an ideal sea kayaking spot.
Is Turtle Town worth it?
Absolutely! Nestled along Maui's coast, near the scenic Honolua Bay and accessible via Honoiki Street, Turtle Town is undoubtedly worth a visit, especially for those who appreciate marine life and underwater exploration.
Is turtle Arches and Turtle Town the same?
Your excursion will take you there and Turtle Arches also known as Turtle Town, a reef known to be the home of several Hawaiian Sea Turtles.