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Turtle Town Maui

Turtle Town, just off Makena Beach, is exactly what it sounds like. We’ve done plenty of dives in Hawaii where you might see a turtle or two, but this is the real deal. It’s a cleaning station, so expect green sea turtles everywhere you look, patiently waiting their turn with the surgeonfish. Seriously, you’ll be ducking to avoid them. It’s a shallow dive, topping out at 14 metres, making it perfect for newer divers or those looking for a relaxed second dive. Visibility averages a solid 19 metres, so you’ll get clear views of the busy activity. Beyond the endless parade of turtles, which are undoubtedly the main event, you’ll spot a good collection of reef fish – clown tangs zipping around, latticed butterflyfish, and the occasional sleek unicornfish. If you’re lucky, a hawksbill might even cruise through. Our advice? Go early. It gets busy, and you want to be there when the turtles are just starting their day. This site is pure, unadulterated turtle joy.