TASTE OF HANA PRIVATE TOUR

Take a ½ Day and See the First Part of the Road to Hana

Kahului, Maui, Hawaii

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View plenty of waterfalls, incredible rainforests, and ocean cliffs as you stop at various overlooks. Your local guide will “talk story” about the sights and history of this amazing drive. The Road to Hana is considered to be one of the most beautiful roads in America and there are so many spots to visit along the way — even though the drive only takes a few hours.

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7-8 Hour Private 1/2-Way To Hana Highway Tour From Kahului
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Taste Of Hana Private Tour Features

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The Drive Itself is Exciting

Driving the Road to Hana is one of the best things to do on Maui. The 51 miles of Hana Highway start in Kahului (where the airport is) and travel past the hippie surf town of Paia, through the rainforest, and into the town of Hana on Maui’s eastern coast. The road to Hana has over 600 hairpin turns, many of them blind corners, and many parts of the road are one lane only. This makes for an exciting drive on its own! Hana Highway winds through rainforests and along towering ocean cliffs and traverses more than 50 one-lane bridges. Along the way, there are plenty of places to stop and enjoy the scenery, swim in waterfalls, and plenty of photo ops. Driving the Road to Hana is an adventure you won’t soon forget!

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Bring Your Swimsuit

After spending time in the vehicle, you might want a cool, refreshing dip in the waterfall pool. We’ll make a stop at a waterfall in Puaʻa Kaʻa State Park. Of all Hana waterfalls, Pua’a Ka’a tops many visitors’ lists. Located roughly 40 miles from Kahului—this ultra-green park features a pair of falls that, like the island itself, are nothing short of splendid. And if you’re so inclined, bring your swimsuit and towel because there’s nothing better enjoying the waterfall spray to cool you down. This is the best, and safest spot along the road to Hana to enjoy a swim in a rainforest setting!

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From Hippies to Hip! Discover Pa’ia

The town of about 3,000 residents on Maui’s north shore — once best known for being the last stop on the way to the road to Hana — is now generally regarded as the hippest place on the Valley Isle. Pa’ia initially flourished in the late 1800s as the site of a bustling sugar cane operation. But the plantation’s days ebbed in the latter part of the 1900s. Then, in the 1970s Paia was “discovered” by the counterculture. The emergence and popularity of windsurfing began luring fans of the sport from around the globe, resulting in an exceptional level of diversity in the small and once-insular community. The result of these changes is a rather cosmopolitan village filled with eateries and specialty shops catering to both locals and visitors.

Taste Of Hana Private Tour Details

Highlights

Head To Keanae & Back
Private Hana Tour Guide
Fresh Banana Bread & Water

View Rainforests and Coastal Tide Pools
Swim Behind a Waterfall
Dramatic, Scenic Coastal Drive

Description

Like the idea of going to Hana but do not want an all day excursion? Then come with us on our Halfway to Hana tour. With four to five hours, you can still get into the thick of the rainforest, view a couple waterfalls and visit a native Hawaiian community. This route is recommended if you are limited on time.
The apex of this tour is our visit to the Keanae peninsula. We will drive down to this traditional Hawaiian village known for its taro fields which is tended to by mahi’ai (cultivators) in the same fashion as their Hawaiian ancestors. Visit an original stone missionary church built in 1856; the lone building to survive the devastating tsunami of 1946. End with a drive to Wailua, the village next door, featuring the best waterfall the road has to offer. A grand, three-tiered falls named Waikani. If you wish, we can take a short, adventurous trail to the base of the falls.

Activity & Event Itinerary

Pass through Mauiʻs Agicultural Agricultural Basin – a relic of our bygone plantation era and an emerging variety sustainability crops
Drive through Paʻia, a charming and eclectic bohemian town
Cruise by the North Shore to witness surfers and waves
Marvel at dense Bamboo thickets, Rainbow Eucalyptus trees and a great variety of other tropical flora & fauna
Stop at Kaumahina Wayside Lookout for an impressive view of the cliffs & coast
View a couple waterfalls and a great variety of streams, creeks and brooks
Visit the Ke’anae Peninsula – an isolated native Hawaiian settlement where we can appreciate the old way of life
Safely explore coastal tide pools – a nursery to our young marine life
Enjoy local sweets & treats at Aunty Sandy’s Banana Bread Stand
Swim behind a waterfall at Puaʻa Kaʻa State Park! (swimming is optional)
Be witness to a dramatic, scenic coastal drive featuring bays, bluffs & cliffs along the way

Price & Availability

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7-8 Hour Private 1/2-Way To Hana Highway Tour From Kahului

Private Excursions	$299^.00
Infants	FREE

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What’s Included

Local guide
Bottled water
Stop at local eateries
Stop at a waterfall (swim if you want!)

Departure and Return

Flexible departure time
Recommend 8am -10am
Depart from the Kahului Park & Ride
Duration from Kahului is 7-8 hours

Cancellation Policy

We offer hassle-free changes if you want to go on another day if you let us know 72 hours before your tour pickup. There will be a 10% cancellation fee on any requested refunds. There are no refunds for tours canceled within 72 hours. There are no refunds for no-shows.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Will I Get Motion Sickness On This Tour?

Your guide will do their best to drive smoothly which reduces the motion that causes upset stomach. They will also have a variety of other items like ginger which is known to help with motion symptoms.
Is It Safe To Swim In The Waterfall Pool?

Yes! This particular waterfall is very pretty, you can swim in the basin if you choose, and it is an easy hop off hop on stop for the guided tours.
Is This Family-Friendly?

Absolutely! You pick the departure time best for your group. There are fun stops and sights the kids will love. Plus, there is food along the way to keep everyone from getting cranky.