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Activities on Maui
People often ask us about things to do once on the
island. Here is a small, but helpful list of activities people
enjoy. For more specifics - there are brochures and maps at your
condo just outside the elevators on the ground floor.
Comments and suggestions are welcome. Aloha!
Need a baby sitter while you
take an excursion? Try MauiPlayCare in Kihei (808-891-2273)
Note: when using a
local phone on Maui you do not dial the area code (808).
Sightseeing -
scenic drives
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Iao Valley (near
Wailuku)
Haleakala volcano
summit
Haleakala volcano
upcountry (Kula to Keokea to Ulupalakua)
Road to Hana and
the many water falls (fill up on gas, leave early, pack snacks and drinks)
Northwest shore
(from Kapalua to Wailuku / Kahului)
Old lava flow (at
LaPerouse Bay)
The island in
general ! Beautiful fields of sugar cane and pineapple, exotic
trees & flowers.
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Windsurfers at
Ho'okipa Beach (north side just east of Kahalui), at Kanaha Beach Park
(north side by Kahalui airport), or up and down the beaches in Kihei.
Surfers near
Ho'okipa Beach.
Brilliant sunsets
from your lanai (patio), from the rooftop sundeck (7th floor) or from
the beach in front of your condo.
Sunrise over Haleakala volcano -
you have to be up very early to get to the top in time! (Do
this when you first get to Maui). Wear
something warm, it's over 10,000 feet in elevation and gets cold!.
The crater and visitor center on
top of Haleakala volcano.
From the summit of Haleakala
view the Big Island, and the islands of Molokai, Lanai, Molokini and
Kaho'olawe.
Fantastic ocean water geyser and spray
at Nakalele Point (on northwest shore).
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Maui Swap Meet in
Kahului on Saturday morning. You'll love it! Locals sell
trinkets, souvenirs, island clothes, fruits/vegetables, local musicians
selling their CD's, local artists selling their paintings, and the list
goes on . . .
Enjoy the Maui
Ocean Center in Ma'alea. Incredible sea creatures.
Take a scenic hike
on the Waihe'e Ridge Trail (just north of Iao Valley on the north side).
A very scenic hike, you'll be climbing about 1500 feet into the West
Maui Mountains, to an altitude of about 2600 feet. Leave early
morning to try to avoid cloud cover. The trail opens at 7am.
Go to Kahului and take highway 340 north (towards northwest Maui).
Just under four miles after mile marker 3 take a left on the road that
says to Maluhia Boys Scout Camp. About a mile later you'll be at
the trailhead on your left. The trail starts with a steep climb on
a cement road, then a dirt path on the left leads you up a fairly easy
hike into forests
and ridges. It's a
leisurely walk in some areas, but steep terrain in others. Views looking down on Maui and the
north shore are breath-taking . The trail goes about 2.5 miles if
you go all the way. About a half mile from the beginning of the
trail you'll see two huge water falls, the Makamaka'ole Falls. The
water falls, the sights, walking on top of mountain ridges, the valleys
and ocean below will reward your efforts many times over. Wear
hiking boots and take plenty water to drink. Be careful since the
terrain can get slippery when wet. This trail will be a
two or three hour hike round trip if you take your time and go all the
way. You could go part the way and turn around if you prefer.
It's well worth it! We can't wait to go again!
Sunbath and swim
on the beach right in front of you condo (Kamaole Beach I), or at the
other beaches in walking distance (Kamaole Beach II & Kamaole Beach
III), or a short drive away (Makena Beach).
Snorkel or scuba
dive from the beach in front of your condo, or take an excursion with a
guide and meet people from all over the world. There are boats
that take you to Molokini for snorkeling and fun. Two local
snorkel shops are a short walk from your condo for gear rental and
lessons.
Go sailing or take
sailing excursions.
Take a sunset
cruise.
Go deep sea
fishing (the Kihei Boat Ramp is just a couple minutes drive south).
Go surfing or
windsurfing - take lessons from island experts.
Whale watch
(winter months), be entertained and amazed by the spinner dolphins, or
just enjoy the boat ride with the Pacific Whale Foundation.
It supports a great cause as well. This is one of our favorites.
Enjoy a Hawaiian
luau! We really like the luau at the Wailea Mariott Hotel (about 5
minute drive from your condo).
Get tickets in advance and show up early for the best seating. (808-874-7831)
Star Gazers Maui - after
enjoying a Haleakala sunset, view the heavens through a computerized
telescope from 10,000 feet! (808-281-9158)
Take the sunrise
excursion & bicycle ride down Haleakala (leaves very early and dress
to stay warm).
Wine tasting at
Tedeschi Winery (Haleakala upcountry in Ulupalakua). Have you ever heard
of pineapple wine?
Take a plantation
tour.
Go horseback
riding.
Play tennis or
golf in any of several nearby facilities.
Go shopping in
many nearby stores. Shop till you drop, then crawl, in historic
Lahaina (West Maui).
Taste wonderful
cuisines from many nearby restaurants.
Enjoy a relaxing
stroll on the beach in front of your condo.
But most of all
- relax on your
lanai while you watch waves cut patterns in the sand on the beach - hear the rhythm of
the waves pounding the shoreline - take in a deep breath of warm Pacific air
- and dream you could stay here forever . . .
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