Maui Beach
Maui, Hawaii, is a destination that is a paradise in every sense of the word. From the rain forests to the beaches to the volcanic craters to the wildlife, there is a beautiful abundance available to tourists visiting Maui. Plan to spend as much time as possible on this verdant Pacific island.
Haleakala National Park
Haleakala National Park is at the top of a 10,000-feet high volcano. A popular tourist activity is to drive up to the summit early in the morning before the sun rises and watch the sunrise from the summit. Once in the park, there are many opportunities for hiking, camping, swimming, picnicking and nature-watching. There are also guided hiking tours available for tourists. Rare and native plants can be found within the park. There are also biking excursions available that transport tourist groups up to the summit and provide them bikes for biking down the volcano.
Road to Hana
The Hana Highway is a 52-mile-highway that lies between the cities of Kahului and Hana. It is a popular, scenic, curvy drive that includes waterfalls, gardens, bamboo forests, one-lane bridges, breath-taking views and roadside stands. The drive typically takes at least 3 hours each way due to the winding nature of the highway. At the end of the highway is the town of Hana. In Hana, you can hike, visit a black or red beach, splash in waterfalls or find a quiet place to picnic. Many people choose to drive to Hana on one day, spend the night in Hana and drive back to Kahului the next day.
Beaches
There are many beautiful beaches along every shore of Maui. On the south shore, find family beaches in the towns of Kihei, Wailea and Makena. In central Maui, tourists can visit Kahana Beach Park in Kahului. West Maui boasts some of the best beaches on Maui, including numerous beaches in the towns of Lahaina, Ka'anapali and Kapalua. Surfers will find waves of their dreams along the north shore in Pa'ia and Ha'iku. The beaches of Hana on the east shore feature caves and waterfalls as well.
The beaches vary in features and styles. Some are more family oriented than others. Some have lifeguards and some do not. Some are known for being better windsurfing and body surfing spots. Some have white sand, some have black sand and some have red sand.
Whale Watching
Between the months of December and April, humpback whales winter off the shores of Maui. These beautiful creatures can be seen both from shore and from excursion cruises that leave the harbors daily. Often, female humpback whales will give birth in the Hawaiian waters and they can be seen with their young.
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