Maui Travel Tips

Discover Maui

Here you will find travel tips and information to help you have an enjoyable Aloha stay on the Maui Islands, from what items you can bring into the Islands, transportation, accommodation, things to do, attractions to adventurous tours.

Explore Maui by region: West Side Maui, South Maui, Central Maui, Upcountry Maui, East Maui.

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- Haleakala National Park: A scenic national park on the island of Maui and home to Maui’s highest peak.
- Hana: Is a small, untouched town on Maui’s eastern coastline. To get here visitors must travel one of the world’s most scenic drives.
- Iao Valley State Park: Features one of Maui’s most recognizable landmarks, the 1,200-foot Iao Needle.
- Kaanapali Beach: Is the signature beach of West Maui.
- Lahaina: Is a historic whaling village and lively West Maui hot spot.
- Makawao: A rural, artistic community on the slopes of Upcountry Maui, home to the Paniolo, or Hawaiian cowboy.
- Makena Beach: Also known as “Big Beach,” is one of the largest beaches in Maui.
- Molokini: Is a small island a few miles off of Maui’s southwestern coast that’s well suited for snorkelers and divers.
- The Pools of Oheo: Located just past Hana, are beautiful pools fed by cascading waterfalls.

Getting to the Maui Islands

Kahului Airport (OGG) is the Maui’s main airport. There are two smaller commuter airports as well: Kapalua Airport (JHM) in West Maui and Hana Airport (HNM) in East Maui. Many airlines offer non-stop flights direct to Maui. You may also fly into Honolulu International Airport (HNL) on Oahu before heading to Maui on a short, 30-minute flight.

There are daily ferry services from Lahaina Harbor in Maui to both Manele Bay in Lanai and Kaunakakai Harbor in Molokai.

Staying in Maui

There are a wide range of accommodations on Maui, including high-end resorts, hotels, bed and breakfasts, and rentals. You’ll find resorts and hotels in Kapalua, Kaanapali, Lahaina, Kihei, Makena and Wailea on Maui’s sunny western coast as well as one resort in Hana in east Maui.

Anytime of year is a good time to visit Maui. The average temperature here is between 75-85 F. Summer, between April and November, is warmer and drier while winter, between December and March, is a bit cooler. Trade winds keep things comfortable year-round. It is generally drier on the western (leeward) side and wetter on the eastern (windward) side.

Traveling in Maui

You can get around Maui by shuttle, tour bus, taxi, or public transportation. But to really experience all that Maui offers you should consider reserving a rental car in advance from the Kahului or Kapalua Airport.

Explore Maui by region: West Side Maui, South Maui, Central Maui, Upcountry Maui, East Maui.

Useful Phone Numbers:
- The area code for the state of Hawaii is (808)
- Maui Visitors Bureau: (808) 525-MAUI (6284)
- Airport Visitor Information: (808) 872-3893
- Marriage License and Civil Unions: (808) 586-4545
- Maui Memorial Medical Center: (808) 244-9056
- Hana Community Health Center: (808) 248-8294