Maui beach wedding locations
We primarily offer weddings on two sides of Maui – the South side and the West side, with the exceptions of Adventurous Waterfall Weddings and the occasional “Arctic” Haleakala Volcano Weddings. The South side of Maui is the dryer side of Maui year-round and with more opportunities for seclusion/weather, it is the side we most recommend . The West side typically is lusher but that comes due to the notorious “West Maui mist”.
The South side of Maui includes many spectacular beaches. Some are large enough to get away from tourists, some are virtually private and others still retain their magic, no matter how many guests are on the beach at any given time. Some beaches provide Tahiti-like aqua blue water at certain times of day while others offer breath-taking views of surrounding areas.
Some areas require State Permits, others require County Permits. All public property will require some type of permit and mandatory insurance.
Incredible Maui beach wedding locations
South Maui Beach Wedding Locations
Makena Cove, aka Secret Cove
One of the most popular Maui beach wedding locations is this one.
Pros: With it’s folklore history of being blessed, it offers couple not only beautiful scenery but also incredible blessings for their future.
Cons: With its popularity comes an over-population. Not only are there multiple weddings there daily, but also tourists and fisherman swarm to this point daily. There are certain times/day to use this beach and feel almost alone. Ask us.
Paluaea Beach, aka White Rock Beach
This beach offers 1/2 mile of sand and plenty of space to move away from beach goers. There is a porta potty and the terrain is relatively flat to accommodate guests with mobility issues.
There are 2 entrances to this beach and plenty of shade. Photographers and Planners alike consider it a Maui beach wedding dream with all the background potential.
Ulua Beach
This beach offers 1/4 mile of sand and plenty of parking. There is a true restroom and a fairly flat cement walkway down the beach edge to accommodate guests with stair issues. It is a 3-to-5 minute walk from the parking lot.
The beautiful greenery entrance way allows a bride to enter with style.
Po’olenalena Beach
A spectacular view of the Makena Hill and 2 other islands in the distance.
This amazing 1/2 mile of beach offers a magical amount of space to spread out and enjoy privacy.
Enjoy a variety of incredible photo opportunities – from palm trees to lava rocks – find just the right place for your intimate or large wedding.
This beach offers a large parking lot and porta-potty.
Polo Beach
A beautiful beach located just south of the Fairmont KeaLani Resort in South Maui.
This beach offers a large parking lot and a brick-and-mortar restroom.
Charlie Young Beach, Kihei
A spectacular view of the Makena Hill and 2 other islands in the distance.
This amazing 1/2 mile of beach offers a magical amount of space to spread out and enjoy privacy.
Enjoy a variety of incredible photo opportunities – from palm trees to lava rocks – find just the right place for your intimate or large wedding.
This beach offers a large parking lot and porta-potty.
Maluaka Beach Varieties
This beach offers a variety of backgrounds as well as accessibility options. There’s a long cement Maluaka Beachwalkway leading down to the beach for mobility challenged folks; whereas for the adventurous, there’s a secret beach with beautiful views of Makena Hill. This is as close to Black Rock Beach as the State of Hawaii permits for weddings.
Views of neighbor islands, trees and Makena Hill. There is a parking lot and real restrooms at this beach.
Change’s Beach
This beach s secluded and offers a different look at Maui. It’s great for small wedding parties that have a sense of adventure. You must traverse a trail and climb over lave rock to get to this beach. No mobility issues…
This beach is less used by tourists and more by locals. The occasional nude sunbather can be found at the far end of this beach. Enjoying virtual privacy on a beach this size is truly magical.
Keawakapu Beach
This beach offers dining along the north end and private homes along the south end. It can get windy but offers many opportunities to separate ourselves from other people.
There isn’t a lot of parking; however there are 3 entrances to this beach. We will plan specifically the best of the 3 entrances depending on your ceremony start time.
Our Beach
This beach is completely secluded and offers privacy unlike any other beach on Maui. There is parking for 2 cars and no restroom facilities.
This beach can disappear in high tide so our Wedding Planners are always tuned in to the environment.
A gorgeous alternative with dozens of palm trees – good for very small, intimate wedding parties.
This beach is completely secluded and offers privacy unlike any other beach on Maui. There is parking for 2 cars and no restroom facilities.
This beach can disappear in high tide so our Wedding Planners are always tuned in to the environment.
A gorgeous alternative with dozens of palm trees – good for very small, intimate wedding parties.
Wailea Beach
Wanting to be married within walking distance of your resort?
Wailea Beach offers a larger length of sand allowing you to walk south away from the normal tourism and still stay within walking distance of all the resorts and luaus.
Secluded South Maui Cove
Nestled in the heart of Wailea leis a hidden gem with a miniature blow hole.
This beach is a hit-and-miss. Some times of the year it is covered in small river rocks.
Tide must be monitored as it swallows up the beach at high tide. Be prepared for a long walk from the car.
Maui Church Weddings
We work with beautiful churches here on Maui not only to offer you gorgeous scenery for your Wedding Photos but also to offer you an elegant place to worship and celebrate your bond.
Kahili Private Wedding Venue
Kahili offers beautiful views and tempered climates.
Incredible opportunity for photography with backgrounds ranging from rolling grass, flowers and the Pacific Ocean in the background.
Stay and enjoy a fully catered reception on property outside on the veranda.
South Side Private Venues and Semi-Private Venues
We’ve create weddings & receptions at Kukahiko Estate, Sugarman Estate, Olowalu Estate, Kahili Country Club, King Kamehameha Country Club, Sugar Beach Events, Haiku Mill, Mill House and Tropical Plantation to offer you the best in South Side private venues.
We have numerous options that are considered semi-private venues including the Fairmont Kea Lani, Gannon’s of Wailea, the Andaz, the Four Seasons Duo and Kono’s on The Green.
Remote Maui Wedding Locations
Waterfall & Rainforest Weddings
Have an adventurer in you? Ready to trek to magical places for the ultimate wedding pictures?
Follow us to one of 2 gorgeous waterfalls – one surrounded by walls of rocks, magical roots and a canopy of trees… easy hike
The other along a lush hiking path, surrounded by the lush Maui Rainforest… moderate hike
Enjoy photography in both locations before you picnic and swim.
Haleakala Volcano Weddings
Want to enjoy a wedding on the highest place on Maui? Ready to watch the milky way magically appear?
Enjoy a daylight ceremony surrounded by the most beautiful panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean and surrounding islands, then stay for the night show of colors and stars
Altitude is a real issue here. If you have any problems adjusting over 10,000 feet then this wedding location is not for you.
Beautiful ceremonies can be created with picturesque Islands & Ocean Views as your backdrop while your personal chefs create a wedding feast for your party just steps away.
Hawaiian Tropical Botanical Gardens Weddings
Tropical Gardens Weddings
Surrounded by the lush beauty of the Hawaiian Islands, enjoy a wedding ceremony on the lawn, in a gazebo or pond-side.
Easy journey around the gardens to take pictures in many magical locations. Enjoy your time with up to 30 guests in breathtaking surroundings.
West Maui Beach Wedding Locations
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Private Venue – Olowalu Plantation House
One of the most popular private venues on Maui.
Pros: Beautiful, private area that can accommodate very large groups or can be created into a magical,intimate and romantic setting for 25.
Cons: Venue Property is your largest price tag. Location is at least 20 minutes from all resorts so DD alternatives need to be put in place so everyone remains safe.
Kapalua Bay
One of the most popular West Maui beach wedding locations is this one.
Pros: There are many beautiful backgrounds for your photographer to work with. There is a public parking lot and real restrooms. Merriman’s is located adjacent to the beach.
Cons: This is one of the most used beaches by tourists during the day, emptying out a bit at sunset. Parking is limited due to its popularity so arrive early.
Launiupoko Beach Park
An easily accessible beach park from both Lahaina and Kiehi with a variety of photographic backgrounds
Pros: There are many beautiful backgrounds for your photographer to work with. There is a public parking lot and real restrooms.
Cons: This is a popular surfing beach so your Coordinator will stay aware of both the tide and surf reports.
Ironwood Beach
Ironwood Beach is gorgeous for a Maui Beach Wedding; however, please keep in mind the climb back up, the afternoon trade winds and the limited parking. This is a great beach for small morning weddings.
This beach offers 1/2 mile of beautiful white sand and is surrounded by gorgeous rock cliffs.
This beach is ideal for a morning wedding but not sunset as there is limited parking. When the surf is up, be prepared to be overrun with surfers as this is a popular local surf spot.
There is a long walk down to the beach. Watch the video below for the scoop.
DT Fleming Beach
This beach is ideal for large parties or couples staying at the Ritz Carlton Hotel as it is adjacent to the Ritz.
Although this is typically more of a locals beach on the weekends, this beach is one of the largest beaches on the West Side.
It can easily accommodate wedding parties up to 30 people. and is very convenient from the Ritz Carlton and Ka’anapali Resorts.
Napili Bay
This bay offers either a sandy beach or a lava rock beach for your Maui beach wedding.
This beach is nearby many condos and is a popular tourist beach. There is roadside parking and no restroom facilities. Most days, the bay creates a tranquil, calming background.
Beach 5
The West Side offers a very different type of beach wedding and reception combo. For weddings in Hawaii on the West Side, this is one of our favorites.: Get married on the beach as the sun sets behind you… walk up to your waiting reception without any hassle or need to get in cars. Enjoy a beautiful wedding and reception with this amazing Maui Wedding Package – Beach 5.
Maui Beach Weddings
should be fun, romantic & gorgeous!
should be fun, romantic & gorgeous!
We are State Licensed and Insured so we have the ability to obtain permits for you.
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A Reminder About Maui
MAUI: Maui was voted best island to visit in 2016 and those of us that call Maui home have to agree! There are many beautiful beaches on Maui to be married – some are more overused than others. Each beach is unique and offers its own special nuances – like more privacy, more shade, an opportunity for a grand entrance with many guests, etc… We create beautiful weddings in Makena at Secret Cove as well as a few more hidden gems… Ask about some of our favorite locations, such as these:
Private Venues
We work with many venues on Maui that offer the best views and the most affordable rates such as
Kukahiko Estate, Olowalu Plantation House and Sugar Beach Events.
We invite in award winning caterers, photographers, musicians and DJs
to keep you and your guests fed and entertained all day and night.
You’ll work with wedding designers that can help you create your Maui Dream Wedding!
There are 3 condo properties that allow clients to rent their lawn areas for weddings. These are
Papakea Resort, Lahaina
Hono Kai, Maalaea
Royal Kahana, North Lahaina
There are gorgeous luxury homes for rent in Maui with a minimum of 3 nights booked that will allow weddings and receptions on the property – some sleep up to 10 people with prices starting at $1900/night. It’s like enjoying the finest luxury accommodations and having your venue fees comp’d!
For your weddings in Hawaii, we work with many local private venues to host weddings and receptions. These fantastic venues offer privacy, beachfront access or amazing high cliff views of Maui.
Venue Fees range from $600 – $5,000.
Remote Helicopter Locations
Private accommodations can be made with our prefered helicopter charter service so that you and your wedding party are whisked away by private helicopter to a remote, epic waterfall – making magical memories to last a lifetime!
Hawaiian Culture
Invite Hawaiian Culture to your ceremony with fire dancers & hula dancers
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