Maui Travel Guide: Day Trips

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Rose's Curated List for Maui's Famous Beaches and Ocean Activities

Day 1: Arrival in Maui 

Morning:

• Arrive at Kahului Airport
• Pick up rental car and check in to your hotel (Kaanapali, Wailea, or Kihei)

Afternoon:

• Relax at Kaanapali or Wailea Beach

Evening:

• Beachfront dinner
• Sunset walk along the shoreline

Day 2: Road to Hana 

Morning:

• Start early for the Road to Hana
• Twin Falls
• Garden of Eden

Afternoon:

• Early Lunch at Mama's Fish House
• Visit the black sand beaches of Hana Town
• Seven Sacred Pools

Evening:

• Return drive or stay overnight in Hana

Day 3: Haleakala National Park 

(2 options, drive yourself or book a tour)

Morning:

• Breakfast in Paia or Makawao Town
• Explore volcanic summit trails

Afternoon:

• Upcountry Maui botanical gardens
• Visit Hali'imaile General Store

Evening:

• Dinner near your hotel (pre-book with Rose)

Day 4: West Maui Beaches and Snorkeling 

Morning:

• Kapalua Bay (snorkeling)
• Napili Bay

Afternoon:

• Kaanapali Beach
• Whalers Village shopping and lunch

Evening:

• Sunset at Kaanapali
• Optional: Traditional luau

Day 5: Lahaina and Historic Maui 

Morning:

• Visit Lahaina town (historic district, shops, harbor)

Afternoon:

• Whale watching tour (seasonal)
• Explore local art galleries

Evening:

• Pre-book a Luau

Day 6: Snorkel at Molokini Crater and Turtle Town 

Morning:

• Snorkel boat tour or seasonal whale watch

Afternoon:

• Visit Kihei and Wailea beaches
• Discover the Maui lunch trucks

Evening:

• Dinner in Wailea
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Day 7: Relaxation and Departure 

Morning:

• Final swim at your favorite beach
• Optional stand-up paddle boarding

Afternoon:

• Last-minute shopping in Kahului
• Return rental car and depart Kahului Airport