What time is the cliff dive ceremony at Sheraton Maui?
The ceremony starts just before sunset, typically between 5:30pm and 6:30pm. It only lasts for around 10 to 20 minutes, so it is best to get there early.
Is there cliff diving in Maui?
The island of Maui is a very popular destination for cliff jumping. Maui visitors are sure to find a variety of cliff jumping destinations with stunning views and dives well-suited for every skill level. The appropriately-named black rock is a chunk of lava that juts out from a beautiful section of white-sand beach.
What time is black rock cliff diving?
Late each afternoon (the sunset time doesn’t vary much throughout the year in Hawaii), people gather along the beach and at the hotel’s Cliff Dive Grill to watch a young man dash across the black lava, torch in hand, before tossing his flowing lei into the ocean and making the 30-foot dive.
What time do they light the torches at Black Rock?
sunset
It happens at sunset every night and is best seen right on the beach. We stood at the water’s edge and watched as the diver climbed the rocks and lit the torches along the summit of the rocks.
How high is the jump off Black Rock Maui?
12 to 18 feet
Located at the Sheraton Hotel beachfront towards the northern end of Ka’anapali Beach in Lahaina, it remains a popular place for cliff jumping in Maui. You can choose the most comfortable spot to dive off of because Black Rock has more than one jump-off spot. The heights range from 12 to 18 feet.
Can you park at the Sheraton Maui?
Monthly Parking is available at the SHERATON MAUI RESORT location. Get convenient monthly parking at a competitive rate.
Is it safe to jump off Black Rock Maui?
Lots of people jump off Black Rock! It is lava rock, which can be a bit sand papery, so if people are not used to climbing slightly rough rocks barefoot, I recommend some water shoes. Also recommend watching people do it for a bit. That way you can see where to climb up and where to jump in.
Where can I watch cliff divers in Maui?
Each night, The Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kaanapali shares a treasured piece of Hawaiian history with the island—a traditional cliff dive or lele kawa. Each night, The Sheraton Maui Resort & Spa in Kaanapali shares a treasured piece of Hawaiian history with the island—a traditional cliff dive or lele kawa.
Can you jump off Black Rock Maui?
Nowadays Black Rock is used by the younger generation as a leaping-off point for fun in the ocean. There is also a resort-sponsored sunset torch lighting (that also ends with a jump.) Snorkeling and diving are also excellent all around this point.
How high is the jump from Black Rock Kaanapali?
Located at the Sheraton Hotel beachfront towards the northern end of Ka’anapali Beach in Lahaina, it remains a popular place for cliff jumping in Maui. You can choose the most comfortable spot to dive off of because Black Rock has more than one jump-off spot. What is this? The heights range from 12 to 18 feet.
Can anyone go to Kaanapali Beach?
Like all Maui beaches, this beach is open to the public. But public parking is woefully inadequate. There are five small partially-public lots scattered between the Ka’anapali Parkway and the beach. Look for the (sometimes hidden) “Beach Access” signs to discover them.