- The list below includes 178 free or cheap things to do in or near Makawao, Hawaii, including 65 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Snorkeling, Hiking Trails and Ziplines.
- From Makawao Forest Reserve to Maui Hiking Safaris, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Makawao and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Wailuku, Kula, Hana and Wailea.
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16.3 Miles
The white sand and clear water of Makena Beach offers a clear view of Kaho'olawe Island. The beach has plenty of waves to surf and underwater life to explore while snorkeling or scuba diving.
16.4 Miles
Aloha Kayaks Maui provides guided kayak and snorkelling tours and scuba trips for all ages and experience levels, with an emphasis on eco-consciousness and education. Experience local wildlife including green sea turtles and whales.
16.4 Miles
With Clear Kayaks Maui, visitors can rent kayaks to take out on the water for two hours to a full day. The kayaks have clear bottoms so visitors can easily spot marine life like sea turtles while kayaking.
16.5 Miles
As a surfer's paradise, Honokohau Bay is a remote, rocky beach surrounded by cliffs. The beach is not open to swimmers, but visitors can watch surfers from the shore and enjoy coconut water from a vendor.
16.6 Miles
Watch the kids build sandcastles or float atop the salty water of the ocean at Maluaka Beach. The clean beach is a wonderful spot to catch a few rays and a few waves.
16.6 Miles
Unofficially designated a clothing-optional beach, Maui's Little Beach is part of Makena State Park. The beach offers swimming, surfing, snorkeling, and body boarding, whether or not guests choose to keep their suits on.
16.7 Miles
Beautiful Maluaka Beach is known for its unusually large sea turtle population. It is open for swimming, shell collecting, nature photography, ocean kayaking, snorkeling and a host of other enjoyable marine activities.
16.7 Miles
Snorkelers can often be found exploring around the rocky point near Palau'ea Beach. Swimmers also enjoy the sandy, gently sloping bottom of the ocean near this more secluded beach for swimming.
17.6 Miles
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Off Wailea Alanui Drive, Kihei, HI 96753
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Big Beach in Makena State Park offers soft, white sand with lots of square footage. The waves are generally big and provides an opportunity for bodyboarders to do tricks and catch waves.
17.8 Miles
Famous as an unofficial nudist haven, Little Beach is also popular among clothed beachgoers. Public nudity is technically forbidden in Hawaii, but this law is rarely enforce on Little Beach. Use discretion when travelling with children.