Top Attractions on Maui

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Living on Oahu, Grace Towle knows all the best places where locals go.

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Maui, also known as “The Valley Isle,” is the second largest of the islands and home to some of Hawaii’s most famous locations. On Maui, you get a little bit of everything — from small surf towns in the tropics of Hana, to luxury living at the resorts in Wailea, to white sand beaches and lively harbors at Kaanapali and Lahaina. Here are a few of our suggestions for the top attractions on Maui.

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Kai Kanani Exclusive Catamaran Tours

Location: Maluaka Beach in Makena

Beach-loading off of Maluaka Beach in Makena, South Maui, Kai Kanani offers many appealing tours. Go for an early morning snorkel and have Molokini all to yourself. Or sleep in and enjoy the deep blue ocean while the sun is high. And if sunset is your mood-maker, come aboard for appetizers and an open bar and leave the crowds behind.

Spectacular Haleakala Summit Sunrise Tour

Pick-up: Select Maui hotels, including Kaanapali Beach and Lahaina
Stand 10,000 feet above sea level on the crater summit of the dormant volcano Haleakala! This spectacular Maui sunrise tour of the Haleakala National Park lets you see a beautiful sunrise from above the clouds before having a delicious breakfast.

Sea Maui Kaanapali Sunset Cocktail Sail with Open Bar Campaign

Check-in: Sea Maui kiosk at Whaler's Village Kaanapali Beach
Set sail from Kaanapali beach on the best sunset booze cruise in Maui. Enjoy an open bar and appetizers on the original booze cruise aboard Sea Maui II or for a small upgrade hop on the newly renovated Sea Maui III and enjoy a premium experience.

Hike Maui Rainforest Trails & Waterfall Swim — Best Hana Hiking Tours

Check-in: Kahului Park n' Ride Commuter Parking Lot
Explore the best Maui waterfall hikes and rainforest trails. Embark on a sightseeing tour of the Road to Hana with stops to hike with expert guides through lush tropical forests and a famous bamboo grove. You can even swim in one of the waterfalls.

Aqua Adventures Maui Molokini Crater Snorkeling Tour & Snuba Dive

Check-in: Maalaea Harbor
Join Aqua Adventures on a snorkeling tour to Molokini, Maui’s most popular snorkeling destination. Visit Molokini Crater and the Turtle arches on this 5.5 hour cruise. Upgrade to SNUBA diving package for the most unforgettable underwater adventure.

7 Sacred Pools & Bamboo Forest Hike

Check-in: Select Maui Hotels
This all-day road trip adventure has it all; hiking through a bamboo forest, up-close views of a waterfall, a visit to the Black Sand Beach and more.  

Unique Road to Hana

Check-in: Select Maui Hotels
Most people will say that a day traveling the Road to Hana is a must while on Maui, and this unique take on a tour of the famous journey will help you make the most of it. It’s a private tour, so it can be customized to your needs and desires, and is full of experience opportunity.

8 Line Zipline Tour

Check-in: Haiku
From families with little ones to honeymooners, this zipline tour is a great way to get an adrenaline rush while also seeing views of Maui. 
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