Links & Information
Maui Top Attractions/Activities
Road to Hana
Maui Hana Coast Day Trip:
www.viator.com
www.adventuremaui.com
Self Guided Tours by car – Download APP Gypsy
Volcano Haleakala Crater
Haleakala Sunrise Bike Tour – www.viator.com
Haleakala Bike Company – www.bikemaui.com
www.adventuremaui.com
Scuba Diving
Surfing/Surf Lessons/Windsurfing/Kite Surfing
Whale Watching: November through April
Zip Line and Aerial Adventures
Skyline Eco-Adventures Zipline Tours: www.zipline.com
Kapalua Ziplines: www.kapaluaziplines.com
Kayaking & Canoeing
Maui Paddle Sports – www.mauipaddlesports.com
Golf Courses
Fishing Charters and Tours
West Maui Sport and Fishing Supply tours – www.westmauisports.com
Top Shot Spear Fishing – www.topshotspearfishing.com
Maui Shore Fishing Guide – www.mauishorefishingguide.com
Flying Adventure, Pilot a single-engine plane (no experience required)
Maui Flight Academy – http://www.mauiflightacademy.com
Exploring the Island of Maui By Car
Road to Hana
Paia
Paia is a charming laid back town with interesting shops, boutiques and restaurants. Originally established in 1896 with the founding of a company store for plantation workers, it is situated between the beaches that attract windsurfers and the sugar cane fields. If you are craving fresh fish to eat in a casual atmosphere… look no further than the “Original” Paia Fish Market located on the corner of Baldwin Ave. and Hana Hwy. Order from a wide array of items on the menu at the counter and enjoy the cozy seating at the picnic tables as you make conversation with other guests about your adventures in Maui. Paia Fish Market – www.paiafishmarket.com
Upcountry
Makawao
From the town of Paia head up Baldwin Ave. towards the intersection of Baldwin Ave. and Haleakala HWY. this is the heart of the artisitic small town with shops and galleries to explore.
Maui Pineapple Tour (Makawao) – www.mauipineappletour.com
Kula
Continue past Makawao up to Kula, known for the farms where much of the organic produce from Maui grows.
Ali’I Lavender Farms – www.aliikulalavender.com
Surfing Goat Dairy – www.surfinggoatdairy.com
Ocean Vodka Organic Farm and Distillery– www.oceanvodka.com
Maui Wine – www.mauiwine.com
Southwest Maui
Kihei
Wailea
Just south of Kihei, Wailea is home to lush golf courses, luxury 5 star hotels/resorts and The Shops at Wailea.- www.theshopsatwailea.com
Makena Beach
The southern most beach in Maui on the west side. The waters at Makena can often be rough, so warning signs indicate a propensity for rip tides! BE CAREFUL!
Lava Fields
Continue to drive south and you will experience the aftermath of lava spill from the eruption of Haleakala
Northwest Maui
Historic Town of Lahaina
A significant tourist attraction, the heart of this town runs along the water on Front Street. Lahaina was the Capital of the Kingdom of Hawaii from 1820-1845 before moving to Honolulu. It’s history is rich as it was the center of the Whaling industry and Lahaina’s harbor became an important port for fishing. Today you will find an array of restaurants, shops and galleries that line this lively street. Do not forget to visit the old Banyan Tree and the various historic museums sprinkled throughout the town to get a flavor of life when King Kamehameha reigned: www.lahaina.com
Kaanapali
Just a few minutes north of the town of Lahaina, Ka’anapaliIs the central location for the many hotels, resorts and condominiums visited by thousands of tourists each year. Whaler’s Village is adjacent to some of the luxury resorts and offers a lovely outdoor shopping experience with it’s many boutiques and restaurants. The center offers a variety of events that incorporate Hawaiian culture. Learn to hula, make lei’s and even how to play the Ukelele. www.whalersvillage.com