The uninhabited Molokini island sits just off the shore of Maui and is actually one of the old vents from the main volcano on Maui itself. Read more: Our first 24 hours in Maui (and where we stayed) 4.) Molokini Island Preserve Just be sure to stand a safe distance from the blowhole, it’s very dangerous to stand close as you can be sucked in. That being said, once you’re here it’s lovely to see and one of the things to do in Maui when you’re on this side of the island. This means it can be a little precarious if you’re wearing sandals or flip-flops. Now, I say scramble as you will be going down the mountainside and the route isn’t paved. On the easterly edge of Maui, beyond the Kapalua, you’ll come across the Nakalele Blowhole that’s around a 15-minute scramble from the road itself. Plus, it’s not always covered by your rental car policy. One thing to note is that the road does become a gravel trail at some stages after Hana and can be much slower. Oh, and don’t forget to stop off at Wailua Falls (mentioned below) and the Bamboo Forest! Along the way, make sure to stop off at Twin Falls (see here on Google Maps), and have a Braddah Hutts BBQ and some yummy banana bread. Now, there’s a whole heap of things to do in Maui and particularly on the road to Hana. That being said, if you’re used to more straight and wide roads, you might find this a little more challenging. To be honest, after living in Scotland and Wales, the road is pretty much the same as some of the Highland roads and quite easily navigated if you’re used to winding routes. Read more: The best hikes in Hawaii 2.) Road to Hanaīefore we visited, we were warned about the road to Hana being quite narrow and long. It’s incredible and they will even pick you up directly from your hotel.įor this, it’s essential to book these tickets beforehand and make sure to be prepped for a 2-3 am wake-up call. One of the best ways to do this is by booking this Haleakala National Park tour for the sunrise views. Now, you can also head to the summit for sunrise too. Oh, and make sure to take a warm coat… trust me, it gets proper chilly up here! You will need to pay the entrance fee to the park itself, but this can be done at the gate when entering. I guarantee you’ll stop multiple times on the way up… especially when you start to rise above the clouds. Now, you can either hike (if you’re feeling fit) or drive (which takes around 1 hour from the base), either way, give yourself plenty of time. So, one of the best things to do in Maui is to watch the sunset from Haleakalā National Park. You’re going to have an amazing trip! 1.) Sunset (or sunrise) at Haleakalā Observatory Take a look at some of the very best things to do in Maui. Some things will take a few hours or even a day. This is why I wanted to share some of my very favourite things to do in Maui from all across the island.
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