Volcano, Lookout

Upon arrival on Maui, you will notice the huge mass of land that rises gracefully and symmetrically from the seabed to a height of over 3,056 metres above the surface. This is the Haleakala volcano, the landmark and one of Maui's main attractions. Dozens of craters, a lunar landscape, absolute silence and views for hundreds of miles are bound to leave a deep impression on you. [btn "Kahului Airport car rental prices" https://www.booking.com…

Sandy beach

One of America's most famous beaches, the 3-mile-long sandy Kaanapali in the town of the same name, is located on the west coast of the island. Although it's surrounded by the most expensive hotel resorts, it's open to the public for free. But the fact is, it's far from quiet. It is under siege by hundreds of visitors practically all day long and especially in the evening, when it is easy to watch the sunset from here. [btn "Top 10 beach…

Valley, Lookout

A beautiful valley straight out of a Hawaii travel guide, where you can admire tropical flora, birds and divine scenery, awaits you just minutes from Kahului Airport. [btn "Book your Maui hotel in advance" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-iao-valley] Hiking Routes Iao Valley is very easy to get to, a 10-minute drive from Wailuku and a short walk from there. It's up to you how far you go. You can…

Road

Scenic Highway 360, known as the Road to Hana or Hana Highway, is the undisputed top attraction on Maui. The winding road meanders along the wild and sparsely populated north shore of the island between the largest city of Kahului and the town of Hana in the far west of Maui, but continues on even further. [btn "Book a car at Kahului Airport" https://www.booking.com/cars/airport/us/ogg.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-road-to-hana] The Road…

Tourist town

Kahului is the largest city on the island of Maui and, along with neighboring Wailuku, with which it forms one built-up agglomeration, has a population of nearly 40,000. With its central location, Maui ' s main airport, and relatively inexpensive lodging (by Maui standards), Kahului serves as a base for many tourists to stay on the island. [btn "The cheapest accommodation on Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid…

Resort, Sandy beach

The town of Kapalua on Maui's west coast is a popular resort town with the most beautiful beaches, romantic sunsets, and luxury resorts. That's why Kapalua is one of the most popular resorts in the US for honeymooners. [btn "Top romantic resorts in Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-kapalua] As such, Kapalua consists almost entirely of vacation villas, hotels, and a few restaurants. Classic…

The Cove

The best freely accessible snorkeling spot on the west coast can be found in the northern town of Kapalua. Honolua Bay is great for easy beginner snorkeling, protected and without big waves, plus a beautiful beach so you won't be disturbed by other bathing visitors. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-honolula-bay] Snorkeling Honolua Bay is a wonderful place to…

Coast

The area of the lava peninsula with sharp cliffs falling into the sea is popular for several reasons. Perhaps the most famous of these is the Nakalele Blowhole, a "geyser" of gushing water which, on surf, enters a cave under the cliff and then, under the pressure of the waves, gushes out of a narrow hole in the rock about 10 metres from the shore. [btn "The cheapest accommodation on Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html…

Coast

Natural lava pools created at the edge of the ocean with calm waters and dramatic scenery entice travelers to take a short break. The water will feel like a natural hot tub. Bring sturdy shoes! The path from the road is short but dangerous and unwalkable in flip-flops. If the waves reach over the rock wall to the pools, do not enter them, it is life threatening. [btn "The 10 best hotels on Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs…

Hiking trail

One of Maui's most beautiful hiking trails takes you through dense rainforest and deep valleys from the coastal road to the top of the mountain, above the clouds, above the fog, into absolute silence. [btn "The cheapest accommodation on Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-waihee-trail] Difficulty and length of trip The Waihee Ridge Trail is a well-trodden and relatively comfortable trail with…

Sandy beach

One of Maui's most beautiful beaches is Makena Beach (sometimes called Big Beach) at the very south end of Wailea-Makena. The beach is adjacent to a pleasant grove of trees that extend down to the beach, providing nice shade and cooling. Makena Beach is spacious and a bit off the beaten track of the larger resorts, so you can enjoy the peace and quiet here. The sea is calm and shallow ideal for swimming and the rugged edges of the beach also…

Sandy beach

The area of the coast south of Kihei is one of Maui's most popular beach destinations. Here you'll find up to a dozen smaller sandy beaches separated by small rocky peninsulas, the most notable of which is Maluaka Beach, which, in addition to its beautiful setting, is famous for having the best snorkeling on Maui without having to pay for expensive boat tours. The area around Maluaka Beach is also known as Turtle Town. [btn "Book a Maui beach…

Resort, Sandy beach

Kihei is located on Maui's popular South Shore, one of the best beach destinations in the Hawaiian Islands. More specifically, the most beautiful beaches lie further south in Wailea-Makena, but Kihei is more of a classic town with full tourist facilities and the usual shops, supermarkets and services that Wailea lacks. [btn "View top beach resorts" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-kihei] Tourist…

Resort, Sandy beach

If you're heading to Maui for a swim, you shouldn't miss the famous and luxurious Wailea-Makena resort on the south coast. Its coastline is one of Maui's most beautiful, photogenically rugged yet safe for swimming, and very accessible by car and even bus. [btn "View top beach resorts" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-wailea-makena] Beaches and swimming The beaches in Wailee are just like you'd…

Waterfall

A pleasant stop on the "Road to Hana", the famous road from Kahului along the northern wild coast. Twin Falls are smaller waterfalls in a densely wooded area, from which a river flows with lots of pools ideal for swimming. From the road, walk just a few hundred yards along a pleasant path lined with ever-blooming tropical flora. [btn "The cheapest accommodation on Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p…

Forest

Another small stop of a few minutes on the "Road to Hana" takes you to a eucalyptus grove. The bark of the trees is incredibly colourful and really resembles a real rainbow, playing with all the colours and even quite distinctly, so you really can't miss the trees. [btn "Show rental prices - Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-rainbow-trees] And how do these colourful games actually happen? …

Waterfall

Maui's tallest waterfall, Waimoku Falls, 400 feet (122 meters) high, which plunges perpendicularly down a cliff face and is located right in the middle of the jungle, is the last stop on the Road to Hana for most travelers. [btn "View accommodation on the Road to Hana" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-waimoku-falls] Waimoku Falls is located in West Maui, far from civilization, yet relatively easy…

Aquarium

Visit the huge aquarium and oceanarium even in bad weather. On a huge area you can admire large aquariums, coral reefs with thousands of colourful fish, sharks, dolphins and sea turtles. The Maui Ocean Center will keep you and your children engrossed for hours. [btn "Top family hotels in Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-ocean-center] Largest in the Western Hemisphere Maui Ocean Center…

Village

The small peninsula on the road from Kahului to Hana can be considered a typical Hawaiian village. Small garden houses, farms, a wooden church, palm trees and a dramatic rocky coastline won't make you want to leave. The serenity and tranquility radiate from here, stay here ideally for lunch. [btn "Cheapest accommodation on the Road to Hana" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-ke-anae] Ke'Anae doesn't…

Pebble beach

The popularity of Red Sand Beach aka Kaihalulu Beach is evident at first glance. The beach is covered with a very exotic red coloured sand, which is unique in the world. Beaches with black or golden sand are more common, but there are not many beaches with red sand in the world ( Kokkkini Beach in Santorini, Greece, for example). [btn "Top 10 hotels in Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-red…

Black sand beach

The Waiʻānapanapa Nature Preserve is a popular stop on the scenic road to Hana on East Maui. The jagged shoreline of lava rocks, against which the mass of ocean water crashes with a roar, is covered with dense green vegetation creating such stunning scenery. [btn "The cheapest accommodation on Maui" https://www.booking.com/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p-maui-wanapanapa] Black Sand Beach The main attraction, however, is…

Waterfall

At the start of the Pipiwai Trail to the popular Waimoku Falls, be sure to visit a place called ʻOheʻo Gulch or the Seven Sacred Pools. The flow of the Palikea River at its mouth from the ocean creates an incredible cascade of waterfalls and natural pools that are just a short distance from the parking lot, making them very accessible. [btn "Maui car rental prices" https://www.booking.com/cars/region/us/maui-hawaii.cs.html?aid=2380460;label=p…

Island, Cliff

Molokini is a small island, originally the top of a crater of a volcano active over 230 000 years ago. It has a crescent shape and a total area of less than 10 hectares, and is of particular interest to lovers of the underwater world. With the rocky reef protecting part of the sea from the waves and the crystal clear water, it offers the best conditions for snorkelling and diving in all of Hawaii. [btn "Book a beachfront hotel" https://www…