Self-Guided Audio Driving Tour in Maui

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Itinerary

1. As the audio guides play commentary based on your gps location, you can create your own itinerary along the tour route(s) to match your interests and schedule. Or you can use our trip planners for our suggestions on half, full or multi day itineraries. Some of the many highlights are listed below;

   30 min

2. Keʻanae Peninsula is a breathtaking coastal stop known for its dramatic lava rock shoreline, crashing waves, and lush green scenery. This peaceful village area offers unforgettable ocean views and a glimpse of old Hawaiʻi charm. It’s a scenic photo stop and a beautiful place to feel the wild beauty of Maui’s coastline.

   15 min

3. Wai'anapanapa State Park is home to Maui's most famous black sand beach and a park that includes several excellent examples of Maui's volcanic coast. Follow the signs to explore along the beach to spot the sea arch off shore and find the blowhole. This is also a place steeped in Hawaiian legend. It's a must-stop on the tour, with reservations required for entry.

   30 min

4. Yes, you have your choice of beaches on the Road to Hana, but this little crescent shaped sandy beach is timed perfectly on the drive to stretch your legs and cool off or rest under a tree. While there are public bathrooms and showers, there are no lifeguards. When conditions are calm, it's family friendly, but always keep a close eye on the younger members of your party.

   30 min

5. There are almost countless waterfalls along the Road to Hana drive, as it winds its way through gulches and ravines along the side of the Haleakala Volcano. Beauty can be arbitrary, but for many, Wailua Falls is the most picturesque. Located between Hana and the Oheo Pools, be sure to stop and capture some classic pictures at this beautiful location.

   20 min

6. Hoʻokipa Beach is a scenic North Shore favorite known for powerful waves, ocean views, and world-class windsurfing. With its dramatic shoreline, fresh sea air, and frequent sea turtle sightings, it’s an unforgettable stop for photos, beach views, and watching Maui’s coastal energy up close.

   10 min

7. The Arboretum at Keanae is an easy, no-cost location where you can see a collection of tropical plants and trees. It takes less than 30 minutes to see and get pictures of the golden-stemmed bamboo, ginger, papaya and hibiscus. Continuing along the trail the follows the Piinaau Stream, leads walkers to to terraces that were created by ancient Hawaiians for taro cultivation. Perhaps the star of the show at the Arboretum is that you can get up close to the Rainbow Eucalyptus trees with its brightly colored bark, that looks too good to be true.

   1 h

8. On the same turnoff that takes us to Hamoa Beach, we can stop and enjoy the view to the ex-cindercone that created the quirky-looking Alau Island, that sits about a quarter mile off Koki Beach. Not just a fun photo, this location is also steeped in Ancient Hawaiian legends about Pele - the Goddess of Volcanoes, and the demigod Maui.

   20 min

9. The Hana Lava Tube is a location where you can enter Maui's most accessible lava tube. You don't have to go all the way inside if you find caves claustrophobic - but if you are comfortable with it, its lots of fun to explore.

   30 min

10. Located at Kahanu Garden, Pi'ilanihale Heiau is a type of Ancient Hawaiian temple and a registered National Historic Landmark.

    20 min

11. The Rainbow Eucalyptus Trees are a colorful and unforgettable natural highlight, known for their smooth bark streaked with green, orange, red, and purple tones. Surrounded by lush tropical scenery, these striking trees create a magical photo stop and a beautiful reminder of Maui’s vibrant rainforest beauty.

    10 min

12. Twin Falls is usually the first location along the Road to Hana drive where you will want to get out of the car and enjoy a short hike. The falls are picturesque, you can cross the stream in many places and bamboo forest is seen along the 1.5 mile trail. There are choices about how far you want to go and what to see. Trail is frequently muddy so wear appropriate footwear. The farmstand is a great place to grab a morning tropical fruit smoothie.

    30 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

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How it compares in Maui

• Its from-price is 92% below the median of the 131 day trips we list in Maui.
• It is longer than most of them.
• By number of reviews it ranks 55 of 131.
• The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Maui

Maui is the Hawaiian island of golden beaches, the Haleakalā volcano and the winding Road to Hana, with humpback whales offshore in winter.

Maui is the second-largest Hawaiian island, formed by two volcanic mountains joined by a low isthmus. Haleakalā, a vast dormant volcano rising over 3,000 metres, has a crater of coloured cinder and is famed for its sunrises and starry skies. The beaches of Kāʻanapali and Kapalua on the west face the sunset, and Wailea and Makena on the south coast have calm golden bays.

Top-ranked sights in Maui: Road to Hana (Hana Highway), Molokini Crater, Waiʻanapanapa State Park.

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