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About Maui
Maui, nicknamed the Valley Island, is formed by two volcanoes and offers a rich blend of natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and Native Hawaiian culture. It is famed for spectacular sites ranging from the 10,000-foot summit of Haleakalā to the lush Road to Hana. Travelers visit for world-class water activities, such as snorkeling at the volcanic crater of Molokini and spotting humpback whales off the coast between December and April. The destination is also renowned for its golden beaches, such as Oneloa Beach in Makena, and a thriving local food scene.
When to go
Maui is at its best in spring or autumn for beaches, food and road trips.
Maui features warm, idyllic weather year-round, with visitor traffic peaking in the winter and summer months. The period from December–March offers prime conditions for whale watching and surfing, though winter sees increased rainfall. Summer from June–August brings warm, sunny days averaging 87°F and clear ocean waters ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling. To avoid the heaviest crowds and find lower room prices, visit during April–May or September–November when tourist numbers dip and island events like the East Maui Taro Festival take place.
Pick a neighbourhood.
Maui offers a variety of distinct regions to suit every traveler, ranging from sun-drenched resort areas to quiet mountain and coastal escapes.
Located on Maui's sunny leeward side, Kīhei is a practical, budget-friendly option for families with condo rentals, long beaches, and easy access to local shops.
Situated south of Kīhei, Wailea features luxury resorts, excellent shopping opportunities, world-class dining, and a well-regarded golf course.
This classic West Maui base offers beachfront resorts, restaurants, and shopping along a walkable oceanfront coast ideal for ocean activities.
Featuring pale sand and turquoise waters, Nāpili provides a quiet, family-friendly beach stay with condos and easy access to great snorkeling spots.
Located on the northern tip of West Maui, Kapalua offers a secluded, quiet luxury setting with protected bays, coastal walks, and golf courses.
Set on East Maui's lush, rain-drenched coast, Hāna is a quiet retreat for travelers looking to slow down near tropical waterfalls and ocean scenery.
This historic North Shore surf town features boutique accommodation, seafood spots, windsurfing spots, and a distinct bohemian character.
Trading the coast for cooler mountain temperatures, Upcountry offers open pasture land, farms, and ranch town culture.
The things worth planning around.
Maui offers first-time visitors an ideal mix of volcanic summit views, scenic ocean drives, cultural traditions, and rich marine life.
Rising to 10,023 feet, the summit offers panoramic crater views and is Maui's top spot for watching the sunrise or sunset.
This legendary 64-mile winding drive along East Maui passes dramatic sea cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and lush rainforest valleys.
Attending a traditional lūʻau features a Hawaiian-inspired feast paired with live music and cultural storytelling.
Boat tours head out to this partially submerged volcanic caldera, known for its exceptional ocean visibility and abundant marine life.
This popular oceanfront area features long golden sands and host nightly cliff-diving ceremonies at Puʻu Kekaʻa (Black Rock).
Hawaii's largest aquarium houses living Pacific coral collections and a 750,000-gallon Open Ocean tank filled with sharks and rays.
Humpback whales migrate to the shallow waters between Maui, Moloka’i, and Lana’i during their peak season from January through March.
This historic Upcountry paniolo town features century-old buildings that now house local art galleries, cafes, and boutiques.
Come hungry.
Discover Maui's diverse culinary landscape, ranging from casual local plate lunch spots and poke counters to oceanfront fine dining establishments.
This humble convenience and grocery store serves fresh poke by the pound, including chili pepper poke and lipoa poke made with a local seaweed that tastes like cucumber.
Located in Kahului, chef Joey Macadangdang offers traditional Filipino flavors including pork belly tocino, sigang sour stew, and a halo-halo dessert served in a hollowed coconut.
Founded by Top Chef alum Sheldon Simeon, this takeout spot in a strip mall serves Hawaiian rice bowls featuring Mochiko double-fried chicken thighs and pork belly.
Operating since 1973 in Paia, this iconic beachfront restaurant features a daily changing seafood menu detailing the specific fisherman and catch location for each item.
An oceanfront fine-dining spot overlooking Kapalua Bay where 90 percent of the ingredients are locally sourced for regional meat, seafood, and vegetable dishes.
An intimate sushi spot located in the Fairway Shops where chef Eima Yamada holds weekend omakase dinners featuring up to 17 dishes for $160.
An oceanfront restaurant serving dishes like 'ahi avo, fiddlehead fern salad with local pohole ferns, and hapa ramen made with broth from pigs roasted in a traditional Hawaiian īmu.
A long-standing local lunch spot offering plantation-era plate lunches with options like chicken katsu, tempura shrimp, and sauteed opakapaka.
Climate
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